A New Beginning of Youth with My Former Student Starting from Divorce

Ariga Shintaro, who works at a cram school, was cheated on by his wife, whom he had been dating since college and married. He stopped at a convenience store to drown his sorrows and met a woman there. When he complained to her, she suggested “revenge to become happy. It was “to become happier than her. After listening to the woman’s advice, they parted ways that day… At that time, he thought he would never see that woman again. But he didn’t know. The person he had complained to was a college student working part-time at his workplace. “Hey, tutor! Hurry up, hurry up~” “Will you come back today?” “Of course! You don’t have a wife anymore, right? So you’re free now! I’m going to cook dinner, so take a bath first! Oh, or shall we take a bath together?” “Are you crazy!!” The college student who came over after the divorce. He was gradually drained and then healed. This is a romantic comedy where a divorced man gets involved with a college student and starts his youth all over again.

Original Publisher

kakuyomu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on A New Beginning of Youth with My Former Student Starting from Divorce ### First Impressions Okay, the title is a mouthful, right? "A New Beginning of Youth with My Former Student Starting from Divorce" definitely grabbed my attention, though I wasn't entirely sure what to expect. The tags – adult, drama, mature, romance, school life, and *netorare* – painted a somewhat conflicting picture. Going in, I was prepared for a potentially messy, perhaps even uncomfortable, read. ### What Works Well Despite my initial hesitations, I found myself surprisingly invested in the protagonist's journey. The story centers around a man reeling from a painful betrayal and divorce, and his unexpected connection with a former student. The core of the story seems to be about healing and finding happiness again after having his life turned upside down. I appreciate that the relationship between the protagonist and the former student isn't portrayed as a simple, lust-driven affair. Instead, it's depicted as a more spiritual journey, a process of rebuilding and finding solace in an unexpected place. The slow burn romance is a definite plus for me. The female lead having feelings first is also a trope I enjoy. ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed the overall narrative, I do have a few reservations. The pacing can feel a bit disjointed at times. Also, the excerpts focusing on the ex-wife's lover felt somewhat disconnected from the main plot. While I understand the intention – to explore the dangers of online dating and adultery – their inclusion felt a bit jarring. Hopefully, a smoother translation can clarify the purpose and impact of these sections. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, here's where things get a little spoilery, so proceed with caution! The initial setup involves the protagonist impulsively inviting his former student over after seeing his ex-wife with another man. While this might seem like a revenge tactic, it's portrayed as more of a rebellious act against his past, a step towards reclaiming his own life. Importantly, the protagonist doesn't exploit the student's feelings or use her as a tool against his ex-wife. ### Final Verdict Overall, "A New Beginning of Youth with My Former Student Starting from Divorce" is a surprisingly thoughtful and engaging story about healing, finding love, and starting over. While it has some flaws, the emotional depth and the focus on character development make it a worthwhile read. I'd give it a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars.