I’m Giving the Disgraced Noble Lady I Rescued a Crash Course in Naughtiness

There's a notable distinction between a five-year-old child being naughty and adults being naughty... In this series, the naughtiness mostly falls into the former category. So if you're expecting the main characters to do anything other than gobble up sweets at ten in the evening, you're in for a surprise! The humor here tends to lean toward the childish side, but every now and then, it throws in a completely absurd joke that'll have you laughing out loud — I found myself in stitches several times. In short, there are moments when it really hits the mark and entertains. I particularly enjoyed the first few episodes, when the main duo were finding their way to each other —i t had a charmingly romantic vibe with all their "naughtiness" and the occasional comedic bombshell. But then, the main hero's sister entered the scene, and things took a turn toward a pseudo-funny farce, chock-full of predictable twists and clichés, causing my impression of the series to plummet toward mediocrity. Even the introduction of new characters failed to inject any freshness into the mix. The series had to rely on its final stretch to salvage my interest, particularly with the endearing storyline surrounding the main heroine's sister, whose conclusion was heartfelt. Even the last episode was fairly well executed, though disappointingly, the long-awaited beautiful moment between the main duo unfolded exactly as expected. So, while I enjoyed the beginning and the end, much of what transpired in between felt like your average anime. However, I'm aware of at least two people who really savored this series — Tomokazu Sugita and Saori Hayami. The voice actors portraying the main couple delivered stellar performances, showcasing not just their immense experience but also their evident enjoyment in the dubbing process. Thanks to them, I instantly connected with the main duo, viewing them as genuinely likable and entertaining characters. Because of this, I find myself invested in their future, and if there is a second season, count me in. 6/10. (12/20/2023)