Things Not Going According to Plan

Editorial Review

Things Not Going According to Plan

This is a straightforward romantic comedy doujinshi centered on the relationship dynamics between a character named Miyo and her teacher—a pairing that sits squarely within the established school-romance subgenre that remains a stalwart of doujin manga. The premise itself isn’t novel, but the execution and tonal approach determine whether this lands as a worthwhile entry or merely serviceable filler.

At nineteen pages, this work operates at the sweet spot for doujinshi format: long enough to develop a coherent comedic narrative arc without overstaying its welcome. The comedy hinges on the central conceit suggested by the title itself—situations spiraling beyond expectation, which typically translates to physical comedy, misunderstandings, or escalating awkwardness between the two leads. This approach to humor through circumstance rather than witty dialogue is a reliable framework for short-form manga, and when executed with clear panel flow and expressive character work, it can feel genuinely engaging even within familiar territory.

What remains unclear from the minimal synopsis is whether this skews toward romantic tension, comedic misadventure, or a blend of both. The teacher-student dynamic carries inherent narrative friction regardless, which the title’s emphasis on plans derailing suggests the creator leans into deliberately. The JPEG format indicates this is a digital release optimized for screen reading, standard for DLsite doujin.

This works best for readers comfortable with school-romance scenarios who appreciate economical storytelling—those seeking a quick, character-driven romantic beat rather than elaborate world-building or experimental narrative structure. The brevity and familiar premise make this a low-risk pick for fans of traditional doujinshi comedy.

A modest but competent execution of a well-worn formula.