yuzuumachi

Iwasaki Yuto is an ordinary college student who views himself as nothing more than an unremarkable "NPC" in the grand scheme of life. He goes through his days quietly, blending into the background at school and keeping to himself. His world revolves around gaming, anime, and escaping the harsh reality of his social invisibility. Yet, despite his attempts to stay unnoticed, he can’t shake the feeling that something is missing—especially when it comes to love.

In his daily routine, Yuto faces the same struggles of rejection, loneliness, and self-doubt. He watches others live out their high school romance fantasies while he remains on the sidelines, quietly wishing for a chance to experience something meaningful. But when fate throws him into unexpected situations and confrontations, Yuto begins to question if he’ll always be a background character in his own life—or if, somehow, he’s destined for more than the ordinary existence he’s resigned himself to.

My Part-time Girlfriend

The summer festival hums with life around us, lanterns swaying overhead like tiny golden moons. The scent of grilled yakitori and sweet taiyaki drifts through the air, mixing with the laughter of students in colorful yukatas. Stalls line the path, their vibrant banners advertising games, fortune-telling, and food contests.

"Hey, Yuto… what are you doing?"

Kaori's voice is calm, but there's an unmistakable sharpness beneath it.

"In the line for the Couple Performance Event."

The line inches forward, and I glance up at the wooden sign propped above the booth. Large, hand-painted characters read:

"Couple Challenge: Test Your Compatibility!"

Chapter 14.1