I've just switched to Shingen's route, and it's only chapter 2 but I've already feared that this route will do Shingen dirty. I liked Shingen from Kenshin's route; dude was sexy, wise, understanding, and overally a good man. His route, on the other hand, is tiring to read. Side characters did not contribute to the plot; dialogues were lengthy; Shingen barely made appearance (in his own route?); thus making their attraction awkward and illogical. The beginning chapters usually described as the sparks of love, but I don't see any spark. But I've only read a few first chapters; I hope that the plot will be improved eventually.