I Was The One Who Saved You That Day
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あの日、キミを助けたのはオレでした
Original Japanese Title
Also known as: あの日、キミを助けたのはオレでした
By shinon yururi, 心音ゆるり
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- Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
- Status
- Ongoing
- Chapters
- 124 chapters
- Original Publisher
- kakuyomu
124 chapters
2023
Description
Arima Yuusuke saved the girl who fell down the stairs on the opening day of his second year of high school. However, Arima used the fact that the girl she helped was unconscious and that he had a good-looking friend on the spot to tell a lie and said, “This is the one who saved her.” Arima had been bullied for his figure and appearance in the past, and from the experience of being cried by the girl he saved at that time, he thought it would be better to choose that his friend helped her instead of himself. But another girl was there―Atami Michika says. “Tell the truth.” She persistently pressed Arima to receive his thanks correctly. Atami Michika has been harboring feelings for someone for seven years. Someone who had saved her life in the past, but she could not thank him—she didn’t even know the name, face, or voice—a one-sided love.
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- Original Publisher
- kakuyomu
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
I Was The One Who Saved You That Day Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on I Was The One Who Saved You That Day
I stumbled upon "I Was The One Who Saved You That Day" looking for a lighthearted romance, and while the ratings were a bit mixed, the premise intrigued me. After diving in, I've got some thoughts to share.
First Impressions
The initial chapters pulled me in quickly. The story sets up a classic "friends to lovers" dynamic within an academy setting, which is a trope I often enjoy. The female protagonist is well-written, and the story wastes no time in getting the plot moving. I especially appreciated that the characters weren't bogged down by excessive exposition, allowing the narrative to flow at a pleasant pace.
What Works Well
One of the strongest aspects of this novel is the development of the relationship between the main characters. It feels organic and believable, which is crucial for a romance story. The slice-of-life elements add a layer of charm, making the world feel more lived-in. I also liked that the male lead has a solid group of friends, avoiding the tired trope of the isolated protagonist. His interactions with his friends add depth to his character and make him more relatable. The author should be commended for creating a male lead with a life beyond the female lead.
Areas of Concern
While I generally enjoyed the story, I did notice some instances of convenient plot developments. Coincidences sometimes felt a bit too forced, which detracted slightly from the overall immersion. While these moments didn't completely derail the story for me, reducing their frequency would definitely enhance the narrative's credibility and potentially lead to more creatively driven scenes.
Final Verdict
Overall, "I Was The One Who Saved You That Day" is an enjoyable read if you're looking for a cute and relatively fast-paced romance. Despite a few minor flaws, the strengths of the story, particularly the well-developed characters and their evolving relationship, outweigh the weaknesses. I'm interested to see where the story goes and will be following along as it continues.
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