Nisekoi: False Love Vol. 17 — Manga Raw / Buy Official

Chitoge is left reeling by Tsugumi’s straightforward honesty, forcing her to realize that her feelings for Raku have long outgrown their script. She finds herself trapped in a cycle of hiding her vulnerability through lies, a charade that is becoming physically exhausting. Meanwhile, Onodera grapples with the weight of the key from her childhood, forced to confront how her past connection to Raku dictates her present silence. The tension is palpable as the facade they maintain starts to crumble. The school festival acts as a catalyst, pulling them closer to a breaking point where their true intentions can no longer be ignored. The narrative shifts from lighthearted antics to a poignant exploration of unrequited love and hidden expectations. As the people around them begin to sense the fragility of their ruse, Raku remains caught in the crossfire of affections he hasn't fully acknowledged, pushing the story toward an inevitable, heart-wrenching confrontation.