My Childhood Friend Who Is My Girlfriend Is Not Looking at Me

My childhood friend and lover, Kana. She no longer has any interest in me. Even though she is very friendly and cheerful to her other friends in class, but when I talk to her, she only responds me with a single word, ‘Hmm.’ While I feel I’m just being used by Kana as a convenient partner, Setsuna, my senior who is the student council president, urges me to break up with Kana. I refuse her offer at first, but Setsuna tells me that I should make Kana feel threatened of losing me by going out with her.

Original Publisher

kakuyomu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on *My Childhood Friend Who Is My Girlfriend Is Not Looking at Me* This web novel... well, it's certainly a ride. *My Childhood Friend Who Is My Girlfriend Is Not Looking at Me* dives headfirst into drama, romance, and some decidedly *ecchi* territory, leaving a tangled mess in its wake. Honestly, I'm still trying to process everything I just read. ### First Impressions From the get-go, I was intrigued by the premise of childhood friends navigating the complexities of a relationship. The early romance tag hinted at a sweet and heartwarming story, but that quickly devolved into something far darker. The initial chapters set up a seemingly idyllic scenario, only to shatter it spectacularly. ### What Works Well Honestly, finding positives in this one is a challenge. The early chapters do a decent job of establishing the initial relationship between the protagonist and his girlfriend, Kana. There's a sense of familiarity and comfort that's believable. I can see how the author tried to create a believable foundation before tearing it all down. ### Areas of Concern Where do I even begin? The plot is, to put it mildly, chaotic. The characters' motivations often feel flimsy and rushed, leading to jarring and unbelievable actions. The heavy-handed use of netorare elements feels gratuitous and poorly integrated into the overall narrative. The constant betrayals and shifting relationships left me feeling emotionally exhausted and, frankly, a bit disgusted. The pacing is also a major issue; the story rushes through significant events without allowing the reader to fully process the emotional impact. This makes it difficult to connect with the characters or invest in their journeys. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, buckle up, because this is where things get messy. Kana's infidelity is just the tip of the iceberg. The student council president, Setsuna, becomes involved, leading to even more questionable decisions and ultimately, a truly disturbing scene in the student council room. And just when you think it can't get any worse, the story throws in a time skip, an overweight ex-girlfriend, and rumors of erectile dysfunction. It's a lot to take in, and not in a good way. ### Final Verdict Ultimately, *My Childhood Friend Who Is My Girlfriend Is Not Looking at Me* is a novel I cannot recommend. While it may offer a certain shock value for those seeking extreme drama, the poorly developed characters, rushed plot, and gratuitous NTR elements make it a deeply unsatisfying read. The story lacks emotional depth and coherence, leaving me feeling more frustrated than entertained. Approach with extreme caution, or perhaps, avoid it altogether.