Exciting news for fans of ‘There’s No Freaking Way I’ll Be Your Lover! Unless…’! A brand-new trailer has just dropped for the anime sequel, giving us a tantalizing peek at the romantic comedy adventures awaiting Renako. Prepare for a delightful mix of chaotic trials, including charming maid dress-up scenarios and even some auditory hypnosis, as Renako finds herself in a whirlwind of complicated feelings.
This eagerly awaited continuation will span five episodes, faithfully adapting the fourth volume of the original light novel series. Japanese fans can mark their calendars for November 21st, as a special theatrical edition, subtitled ‘~Next Shine~,’ will premiere in cinemas. Details regarding the broadcast release date are still to be announced.
Behind the scenes, Natsumi Uchinuma, known for her work as an episode director on ‘More than a Married Couple, but Not Lovers.,’ is at the helm, directing the sequel at studio MOTHER. The creative team also includes Naruhisa Arakawa (‘This Art Club Has a Problem!’) handling series composition, kojikoji crafting the character designs, and Yoshiaki Fujisawa (‘Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation’) composing the music. The beloved original light novels were penned by Teren Mikami and Eku Takeshima, with a manga adaptation by Musshu.
For those new to the story, ‘There’s No Freaking Way I’ll Be Your Lover! Unless…’ is a high school yuri comedy that delves into the complexities of fake dating, real dating, and even competitive dating. The plot centers on Amaori Renako, an awkward, introverted girl determined to transform into a popular high schooler. Her world is turned upside down when she meets Oduka Mai, a glamorous, confident, and wealthy fashion model who is her complete opposite. Despite their differences, an instant connection forms. Renako initially believes she’s found her dream best friend, but Mai’s unexpected love confession throws her emotions into disarray. Renako is determined to prove that being best friends is superior to being girlfriends, while Mai is equally set on convincing Renako that they are destined to be lovers. This sequel promises to explore even more of their charming and humorous journey.