After Responding Seriously to a Marriage Promise, I Married my Cute Childhood Friend ~The Start of a Money Saving Life with my Wife~

By kuno maichi, 久野真一

4.3

CompletedjapaneseWeb Novel

Genres

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comedy romance school life slice of life

Chapters

74 chapters

Started

2020

Description

“After I grow older, I’ll become Mii-kun’s wife!” It was an innocent declaration by Kurashiki Kouri, the kindergartner. In response to those words, Mii-kun, or Kudou Michihisa, the recipient of those words— “Kouri-chan. Before becoming a wife, we have to be lovers, right?” Gave a serious reply. Kouri and Michihisa have been dating ever since. A couple with 15 years of dating history. With such an important promise with her, on his eighteenth birthday, Michihisa and Kouri registered together. They became a high school married couple. However, with the couple’s marriage, their parents proposed two requirements. Live independently and manage things financially on their own. With that, the two of them begin their happy fulfilling life as a married couple while worrying over their household budget. “I was happy to be able to flirt with Mii-kun every day! I thought.” “So you aren’t happy?” “I am happy, but happiness doesn’t make you full.” This story is about a newly married couple, living a life while saving money and flirting. In other words, a story about them using money saving as an excuse to flirt with each other.

Publication Information

Original Publisher: kakuyomu
Original Language: japanese
Type: Web Novel

After Responding Seriously to a Marriage Promise, I Married my Cute Childhood Friend ~The Start of a Money Saving Life with my Wife~ Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on After Responding Seriously to a Marriage Promise, I Married my Cute Childhood Friend The Start of a Money Saving Life with my Wife

Okay, let's dive into "After Responding Seriously to a Marriage Promise, I Married my Cute Childhood Friend ~~The Start of a Money Saving Life with my Wife~~". Yeah, the title is a mouthful, but don't let that scare you off! This novel seems to be a delightful slice-of-life romance with a comedic twist.

First Impressions

Right off the bat, I was intrigued by the premise. Childhood promises leading to actual marriage? It's a classic trope, but the "money saving life" aspect adds a unique and grounded element that sets it apart. I went in expecting fluff, and I wasn't disappointed.

What Works Well

What really stands out is the dynamic between the main characters. I'm told that the couple is portrayed as somewhat "idiotic", but in the best way possible. They're not necessarily dumb, but their interactions and reactions are endearingly silly and fun to read. This isn't your typical cool and collected protagonist pairing; it's a refreshing change of pace to see characters who are a little bit awkward and completely in love. The early romance is another strong point. We don't have to wait hundreds of chapters for the confession; we get to see the relationship blossom from the get-go, which allows for a deeper exploration of their dynamic as a married couple. This focus allows the story to explore the nuances of their daily lives and the challenges they face together.

Areas of Concern

Honestly, it's hard to find major faults with a novel that seems so dedicated to providing heartwarming fluff. Some readers might find the "idiot couple" dynamic a bit over the top or repetitive after a while, but as long as the author keeps the humor fresh and the characters relatable, I think it can work.

Final Verdict

Overall, "After Responding Seriously to a Marriage Promise, I Married my Cute Childhood Friend ~~The Start of a Money Saving Life with my Wife~~" appears to be a charming and enjoyable read. If you're looking for a lighthearted rom-com with a unique premise and endearing characters, this might just be the novel for you. I'm definitely adding it to my reading list!

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