Warning: Spoilers for Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 3, Episode 3, "Expert and Girlfriend," currently available on Crunchyroll.
Kazuya's crowdfunding project started with great ambition, but it has lost its initial momentum, causing another problem for Kazuya and Chizuru. However, a surprising turn of events occurs when Rent-a-Girlfriend's entire harem comes together to ensure the success of this project. Leading the passionate efforts to revive the failing project is Mini Yaemori, but the other enchanting ladies in Kazuya's life are also eager to contribute.
Kazuya’s Dying Project
With ‘Operation 203’ now implemented, the entire harem is determined to turn Chizuru’s dream into a tangible reality. Although the movie might act as a temporary diversion, suppressing Chizuru and Kazuya’s emotions, it won’t be long before they open up and confess their true feelings for each other.Kazuya's venture into crowdfunding began with an impressive momentum as enthusiastic backers eagerly pledged their support for Chizuru's movie project. However, Kazuya's lack of experience in the realm of crowdfunding presented him with unforeseen challenges, resulting in a few setbacks along the way. These setbacks caused some backers to retract their pledges, and gradually, the visibility of the project started to decline. With the desired amount still over a million Yen away, Kazuya finds himself trapped in a tight spot.
Despite exerting his best efforts to create an appealing homepage for the project, Kazuya encountered difficulties in providing updates on the progress or introducing more enticing rewards to attract backers. With an almost non-existent number of page views, Kazuya found himself with no choice but to seek expert assistance. Kazuya's unwavering commitment to the project, fueled by his deep affection for Chizuru, eliminates any possibility of backing out, solidifying his determination to launch the venture for her sake.
An Unexpected Help
Introducing Mini Yaemori, the newest enchantress joining Rent-a-Girlfriend's captivating roster. A mysterious individual brimming with surprises, she has already mesmerized fans with her enchanting cosplay streams. However, an intriguing revelation has revealed another layer to her character. It appears that Kazuya is not the sole entrepreneur in the crowdfunding realm, as Yaemori has also delved into this fascinating domain.
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With Yaemori's successful project, Kazuya has finally found an expert to help him overcome his difficulties. While there are no guarantees at this point, Chizuru's dream of starring in a movie is one step closer to becoming a reality. However, there is still a long way to go before anything becomes concrete, as producing a movie is a complex process. Nevertheless, with Kazuya receiving assistance, it is only a matter of time before Chizuru's dream comes true.
Yaemori's involvement in the whole situation is intriguing, especially considering that she gains nothing from the crowdfunding project. Furthermore, her lack of romantic interest towards Kazuya makes her a unique character in the realm of harem-themed anime, where viewers typically expect another adorable character to fall head over heels for the protagonist. By making Yaemori a supportive character instead of a shallow harem member, it brings a breath of fresh air to this genre of formulaic stories.
Operation 203
Yaemori organized a strategic meeting among all four parties involved in the project after conducting a thorough analysis of the analytics. Anticipating conflicts, especially due to Ruka's involvement, Yaemori's determined voice prevailed over the noise, effectively devising a strategic plan of action. She successfully addressed Ruka's trivial arguments and satisfied both Chizuru and Kazuya regarding the project's next steps.
Since the entire meeting took place in Kazuya's apartment, Yaemori decided to name the plan of action after his apartment number - Operation 203. While the name may not seem significant at first glance, it carries great importance for the two main parties involved. The crowdfunding project was originally conceived in Kazuya's apartment, and naming the strategic plan after the apartment's number serves as a tribute to its origin.
Kazuya and Chizuru’s Current Feelings
The romantic connection between Kazuya and Chizuru is overshadowed by the challenges they face in the world of movie-making. Despite this, one person, Mini Yaemori, hopes to see them become a couple. Unlike other girls who pursue Kazuya, Yaemori supports Chizuru being with him. Since Kazuya and Chizuru have agreed that their relationship is purely professional, any chance for them to confess their feelings has been blocked.
Yaemori becomes the intermediary, offering Kazuya and Chizuru an opportunity to express their true emotions. Whether it is convincing Kazuya that Chizuru loves him or encouraging Chizuru to confront her true feelings, Yaemori serves as a catalyst. However, the road to confession is not that easy, as it will take more than Yaemori's influence for them to open up. This adds an extra layer of excitement to the storyline of Rent-a-Girlfriend.