There’s a reason why this manga sits at a 6 rating after many years.
It’s almost now becoming a “what NOT to do” dating guide.
Opening 50 chapters, a lot of guys can empathise, but everyone understands, if you don’t jump on it quick, you’ll lose out.
Author has delusions that he is dating Mizuhara on Twitter as well. So I can see how that’s being applied in the manga.
MC has serious delusions, can’t form proper sentences with the girl, bordering creepy, lacks confidence and lets everyone down ( his fake gf, his grandma, his best buddy ), all for a lie.
Has no balls to ask the girl out, but has the balls to rent three or four different ones. Makes no sense.
Buddy, grab the toaster and jump into the tub.