My Childhood Friend Called Me a Man of Convenience Behind My Back, I want To Reset My Favor and Live a Normal Youth

Born with a unique upbringing, Tsuyoshi Toudo, a boy who cannot understand the hearts of others. Betrayed by his friends, Tsuyoshi decides to protect himself with his special power. That power—’Reset’—allows him to erase all emotions towards those girls. However, Hanazono Hana, a childhood friend who realizes she was ‘reset’ by Tsuyoshi due to a lie she told to hide her embarrassment, reflects on her inability to be honest, and starts approaching Tsuyoshi to rebuild their relationship from scratch. It’s a story of an awkward boy aspiring for ‘normalcy,’ regaining his youth by ‘starting over’ with the girls.

Original Publisher

hj bunko

Original Language

japanese

Type

Light Novel

## My Thoughts on *My Childhood Friend Called Me a Man of Convenience Behind My Back, I want To Reset My Favor and Live a Normal Youth* This title is a mouthful, but the story inside is surprisingly engaging. It takes familiar harem and romance tropes and twists them with a protagonist who isn't afraid to protect his own emotional well-being. The premise alone piqued my interest, and after diving in, I found myself hooked. ### First Impressions Initially, I found the beginning a bit jarring. It felt like the story was throwing a lot of misunderstandings and character introductions at me all at once. The constant barrage of characters who couldn't communicate effectively was a bit annoying. However, I'm glad I stuck with it because around chapter 4, things started to click. The MC began to develop, and the narrative gained momentum. ### What Works Well What sets this novel apart is its protagonist. Unlike the typical doormat MC found in many harem stories, this one has the ability to reset his memories and emotions related to people who hurt him. This isn't just a gimmick; it's a coping mechanism, and it leads to some fascinating character dynamics. I particularly enjoyed how the author explores the consequences of this power, especially for the childhood friend who initially treated him poorly. Watching her grapple with the impact of his "reset" and genuinely try to earn back his affection is compelling. The author also does a fantastic job portraying the characters' emotions. The female leads aren't just cardboard cutouts; they have their own motivations and flaws, making their relationships with the MC feel more authentic. I appreciate that the story doesn't rely on cheap ecchi moments to create attraction; instead, it focuses on the characters' personalities and their evolving connections. ### Areas of Concern While I mostly enjoyed the novel, there are a few aspects that gave me pause. Some plot developments felt a bit contrived, seemingly introduced to artificially prolong the love triangle. Specifically, the "truck-kun" incident and the subsequent memory reset felt unnecessary. The OP nature of the MC in later parts felt a little unrealistically written. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some reviews mention a plot point involving the MC resetting his memories to save one of the female leads from a truck accident. This leads to further complications, as he then resets his feelings for her to prove something, which some readers found frustrating and repetitive. ### Final Verdict Despite some minor flaws, I found *My Childhood Friend Called Me a Man of Convenience Behind My Back, I want To Reset My Favor and Live a Normal Youth* to be a refreshing take on the harem romance genre. The MC's unique ability and the exploration of its consequences make for a compelling and thought-provoking read. If you're looking for a romance novel with a protagonist who isn't afraid to stand up for himself and a story that explores the complexities of relationships, I recommend giving this one a try.