I Was Told That If I Confessed My Love For Her 100 Times, I Would Go Out With Her, So I Confessed 99 Times and Stopped

“If you confess to me 100 times, I’ll go out with you.” That’s what she told me. I must say that I did not confess to her. This crazy girl said that to me out of the blue. Then, I’ll stand up to her, too. The only way to compete with a crazy person is to step into the same ring. So I decided to confess 99 times.

Original Publisher

kakuyomu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on I Was Told That If I Confessed My Love For Her 100 Times, I Would Go Out With Her, So I Confessed 99 Times and Stopped This title definitely grabbed my attention, and the premise had me intrigued! "I Was Told That If I Confessed My Love For Her 100 Times, I Would Go Out With Her, So I Confessed 99 Times and Stopped" promises a comedic and perhaps angsty exploration of unrequited love. As a oneshot, I went in expecting a quick, light read, and that's largely what I got. ### First Impressions The initial hook is strong. The whole "confess 99 times and stop" part is inherently funny and sets up a potentially interesting dynamic. I was curious to see where the story would go and what reason our protagonist had for stopping so close to his goal. The short length made it an easy commitment. ### What Works Well The story definitely delivers on the fluff and sweetness. The bickering couple dynamic is present, and the short format keeps it from becoming tiresome. It's a charming and quick read if you're looking for something lighthearted. The childhood promise trope is utilized, and the focus on a "tsundere" lead adds to the comedic tension. I found it to be a perfect little bite-sized story to enjoy. ### Areas of Concern Honestly, the biggest issue I had was the reliance on the "forgotten childhood friend" trope. It felt a little predictable and overused. While the short length prevents the protagonist's denseness from becoming too irritating, I can see how a longer story with the same level of obliviousness could become frustrating. The plot felt a bit rushed, likely due to the oneshot format, and I would have liked to see some more character development and a more unique plot twist. ### Final Verdict "I Was Told That If I Confessed My Love For Her 100 Times, I Would Go Out With Her, So I Confessed 99 Times and Stopped" is a decent, fluffy oneshot. It's not groundbreaking, but it's a sweet and quick read if you're in the mood for some light romance and don't mind familiar tropes. I'd recommend it for a quick palate cleanser between longer novels. It's a solid 3/5 stars from me.