Kon'yaku Haki o Neratte Kioku Soushitsu no Furi o Shitara, Sokkenai Taido datta Kon'yakusha ga "Kioku o Ushinau Mae no Kimi wa, Ore ni Betabore datta" to Iu, Tondemonai Uso o Tsuki Hajimeta

This light novel, written by Kotoko and featuring illustrations by the artist Parika, emerged from the highly competitive Japanese web novel scene before being serialized as a printed volume. It follows a popular trend in contemporary fantasy romance where a protagonist attempts to escape an engagement by feigning memory loss, only to find the dynamic with their aloof fiancé shifted by his unexpected, manipulative response. The narrative structure reflects the tropes of the 'villainess' or 'misunderstanding' subgenres that have dominated light novel markets, focusing on internal monologue and romantic tension.

The work was published as part of the broader wave of light novels targeting female readers who enjoy character-driven dramas with lighthearted, comedic twists. The design and character illustrations are tailored to standard light novel aesthetics, emphasizing the stark contrast between the protagonist’s calculated ruse and the fiancé’s suddenly devoted—and questionable—behavior. Since its publication, it has been received as a staple of its niche, appealing to fans of romantic fantasy who appreciate complex power dynamics and the specific pacing of serialized web-to-print storytelling.