Nekokuro's Sweet and Frustrating Adult Rom-Com Begins! GCN Bunko's 'My Student's Guardian is My Ex-Girlfriend' Releases May 20th!
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- Nekokuro's Sweet and Frustrating Adult Rom-Com Begins! GCN Bunko's 'My Student's Guardian is My Ex-Girlfriend' Releases May 20th!
- On May 20th, Micro Magazine Co. will release Nekokuro's new light novel, 'My Student's Guardian is My Ex-Girlfriend,' under its GCN Bunko imprint. It's a sweet and frustrating romantic comedy for adults about a high school teacher who reunites with his ex-girlfriend, who is now the guardian of his student.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: April 4, 2026
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On May 20th, Micro Magazine Co. will release Nekokuro's new light novel, 'My Student's Guardian is My Ex-Girlfriend,' under its GCN Bunko imprint. It's a sweet and frustrating romantic comedy for adults about a high school teacher who reunites with his ex-girlfriend, who is now the guardian of his student.
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- April 4, 2026
On May 20th, Micro Magazine Co. will release Nekokuro's new light novel, 'My Student's Guardian is My Ex-Girlfriend,' under its GCN Bunko imprint. It's a sweet and frustrating romantic comedy for adults about a high school teacher who reunites with his ex-girlfriend, who is now the guardian of his student.
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## 'My Student's Guardian is My Ex-Girlfriend' (GCN Bunko)
Micro Magazine Co. (Chuo-ku, Tokyo) will release 'My Student's Guardian is My Ex-Girlfriend' (Novel: Nekokuro, Illustration: Shino) on May 20, 2026, from GCN Bunko.
This is the book adaptation of a new romantic comedy from the popular light novel author Nekokuro, known for works such as "The Case Where I Saved a Lost Little Girl and a Beautiful Exchange Student from the UK Started Coming to My House" (Dash X Bunko) and "The Aloof Beauty, a British Girl, Became My Stepsister and Awkwardly Showed Her Affection" (Overlap Bunko), now realized through GCN Bunko!
This work is a "sweet and frustrating adult rom-com" that begins when a couple who dated in high school reunites as adults.
Furthermore, the illustrations are by Shino. From adorable little girls to a heroine with adult charm, she depicts them with a warm and cute touch.
Please look forward to many other attractive illustrations included in addition to the cover illustration revealed this time!
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### Book Information
My Student's Guardian is My Ex-Girlfriend
Novel: Nekokuro | Illustration: Shino
ISBN: 9784867169674
Price: 880 yen (800 yen base price + 10% tax)
Release Date: May 20, 2026
https://gcnovels.jp/book/2103
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### Synopsis
In high school—Yuto Shirasaki was dating the school's madonna, Misuzu Kamijo.
However, first loves don't last long.
"So, I guess this is the end for us..."
Ten years after breaking up with Misuzu, Yuto is appointed as a teacher at the private Sakuramorigaoka High School.
The girl he meets there is a student in his class—and Misuzu's adopted daughter whom she is raising.
Despite trying to maintain an appropriate distance as a teacher and a guardian, for some reason, Misuzu keeps closing the gap...?
The frustrating distance—doesn't end even after a broken heart!
A sweet and frustrating adult rom-com spun by a once-separated couple standing side-by-side!
## Find New Encounters Here: 'GCN Bunko' - https://gcnovels.jp/gcnb/
We are continuously publishing notable light novels such as the super popular series 'The Witch and the Mercenary,' which has had multiple reprints, and 'The Case of Ascending to the Throne by Eating Monster Meat'!
New volumes are released around the 20th of every month.
- GC Novels Official Website: https://gcnovels.jp/
- GC Novels Official X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/gcnovels
- Micro Magazine Co. Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@micromagazineinc.9547
On the [Micro Magazine Co. Official YouTube Channel], we are releasing book introduction videos for various genres!
**Contact:** mm_koukoku@microgroup.co.jp
Micro Magazine Co. (Chuo-ku, Tokyo) will release 'My Student's Guardian is My Ex-Girlfriend' (Novel: Nekokuro, Illustration: Shino) on May 20, 2026, from GCN Bunko.
This is the book adaptation of a new romantic comedy from the popular light novel author Nekokuro, known for works such as "The Case Where I Saved a Lost Little Girl and a Beautiful Exchange Student from the UK Started Coming to My House" (Dash X Bunko) and "The Aloof Beauty, a British Girl, Became My Stepsister and Awkwardly Showed Her Affection" (Overlap Bunko), now realized through GCN Bunko!
This work is a "sweet and frustrating adult rom-com" that begins when a couple who dated in high school reunites as adults.
Furthermore, the illustrations are by Shino. From adorable little girls to a heroine with adult charm, she depicts them with a warm and cute touch.
Please look forward to many other attractive illustrations included in addition to the cover illustration revealed this time!
---
### Book Information
My Student's Guardian is My Ex-Girlfriend
Novel: Nekokuro | Illustration: Shino
ISBN: 9784867169674
Price: 880 yen (800 yen base price + 10% tax)
Release Date: May 20, 2026
https://gcnovels.jp/book/2103
---
### Synopsis
In high school—Yuto Shirasaki was dating the school's madonna, Misuzu Kamijo.
However, first loves don't last long.
"So, I guess this is the end for us..."
Ten years after breaking up with Misuzu, Yuto is appointed as a teacher at the private Sakuramorigaoka High School.
The girl he meets there is a student in his class—and Misuzu's adopted daughter whom she is raising.
Despite trying to maintain an appropriate distance as a teacher and a guardian, for some reason, Misuzu keeps closing the gap...?
The frustrating distance—doesn't end even after a broken heart!
A sweet and frustrating adult rom-com spun by a once-separated couple standing side-by-side!
## Find New Encounters Here: 'GCN Bunko' - https://gcnovels.jp/gcnb/
We are continuously publishing notable light novels such as the super popular series 'The Witch and the Mercenary,' which has had multiple reprints, and 'The Case of Ascending to the Throne by Eating Monster Meat'!
New volumes are released around the 20th of every month.
- GC Novels Official Website: https://gcnovels.jp/
- GC Novels Official X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/gcnovels
- Micro Magazine Co. Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@micromagazineinc.9547
On the [Micro Magazine Co. Official YouTube Channel], we are releasing book introduction videos for various genres!
**Contact:** mm_koukoku@microgroup.co.jp
FAQ
What is 'My Student's Guardian is My Ex-Girlfriend' about?
It's a frustratingly sweet adult romantic comedy where a high school teacher reunites with his ex-girlfriend from 10 years ago, who is now the guardian of his student, and they start to close the distance again.
When is the release date and what is the price?
The release date is May 20, 2026, and the price is 880 yen (tax included). Pre-orders have started at bookstores and online shops nationwide.
Who is the author? What are their other works?
The author is Nekokuro, who is also known for other popular rom-coms like 'The Case Where I Saved a Lost Little Girl...'