suggesting a release in early 2026, but no official date has been confirmed by the publisher. Predicted Themes for Chapter 80
"I’m sorry for yesterday. I shouldn’t have said that. I know you and Akari-san have something real."
The romantic comedy and drama manga series More Than a Married Couple, But Not Lovers ( Fuufu Ijou, Koibito Miman ) has kept fans on the edge of their seats, particularly with the suspense surrounding the release of . Following a significant hiatus, anticipation for this chapter is at an all-time high, with readers eager to see how the complex relationships, particularly between Jirou and Akari, will evolve as the story enters its final stages. The Hiatus and Return Context fuufu ijou%2C koibito miman. chapter 80
and resolving to give his absolute best to Akari, moving past his old insecurities. With the Marriage Practical officially over
As always, Akari Watanabe is the emotional core of the chapter. On the surface, she’s back to her usual teasing self, prodding Jiro to go talk to Shiori now that the festival is over. But the art tells a different story. suggesting a release in early 2026, but no
Earning enough performance points to switch partners and join their actual crushes, Shiori Sakurazaka and Minami Tenjin.
For the first time in the series, Jirou’s narration is not uncertain. He thinks: "I spent two years trying to figure out who I was supposed to love. I measured compatibility scores, looked at childhood promises, and listened to everyone’s advice. But when I saw Akari crying—when I realized I was the reason she was hurting—none of that mattered. The answer was never about logic." I know you and Akari-san have something real
After nearly a year-long hiatus that began in May 2025, creator has confirmed that the wait is ending. The series paused following Chapter 79 to allow the author time to "reconsider the development up to the end" and ensure a high-quality conclusion for Jiro and Akari's story. In April 2026, Kanamaru announced that the work is officially complete and moving into production. What to Expect in Chapter 80
As of today, . The manga entered a long-term hiatus starting with the May 2025 issue of Young Ace magazine, which was released on April 4, 2025.