Heika Watashi wo Wasurete Kudasai [Season 1 Episodes 1-10]

Forget That Night, Your Majesty: A Cursed Romance Stuck in Fast-Forward

Let’s cut to the chase: Heika Watashi wo Wasurete Kudasai (or Forget That Night, Your Majesty if you prefer subtitles) is the kind of anime that feels like it’s sprinting through a story that deserves to saunter. Produced by Imagica Infos Imageworks Studio and PRISMstudio, this fantasy romance dropped its first 10 episodes as bite-sized 5-minute chunks—yes, five minutes—and fans are split faster than a noble family fighting over inheritance. If you’re into isekai-adjacent noble drama with a side of cursed dukes, you might want to lean in… but don’t expect to get cozy.

First, let’s set the scene. Our lead is Lunia, the daughter of Count Persephone, who’s basically the family’s red-headed stepchild (minus the red hair). Her dad treats her like a paperweight, her half-brother is a misogynistic tool who’d probably trip her to steal her lunch money, and her only “escape” is a marriage to Hades—yes, that name—head of the Duke of Khronoa family, who’s got a curse hanging over him like a bad mood. The setup screams “otome game plot,” and honestly? That’s not a bad thing. Fans love a good “outcast noble finds love with the ‘scary’ guy” arc—think Ikenai Kyo or Shinigami Hime no Saikon, as one MyAnimeList user pointed out. But here’s the catch: the episodes are so short, you barely have time to learn their names before the credits roll.

Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: the runtime. “Five minutes is really short at 12 episodes,” one fan groaned, and they’re not wrong. Last season, the same studio did a 14-minute-per-episode series—this is a downgrade. Imagine binging a show where each episode ends right when the plot starts to simmer. You’re left going, “Wait, that’s it?” like a kid whose ice cream cone just melted. Another viewer joked, “The length of this episode is so short, I might forget it instead 😅” (relatable). Even the animation feels rushed: static frames, minimal movement, like they’re cutting corners to fit the clock. One fan compared it to “gacha animations,” and… yeah, that stings.

But hey, it’s not all bad. The story has potential. Lunia’s family is so toxic, you’ll want to reach through the screen and hand her a self-help book (and maybe a sword). Hades, the “cursed” duke, is actually a softie—think “gruff on the outside, will rescue you from your terrible family on the inside.” Fans are already shipping them hard: “HADES IS HERE TO SAVE THE DAY AND STEAL HEARTS,” one user gushed. The ending song, Melting White by Kodai Matsuura, is a bop too—catchy enough to make you stick around for the credits (even if they’re longer than the episode).

The big question: is it worth watching? If you’re a fan of the source material (yes, it’s based on a manga), you might enjoy the quick hits. But if you’re new? You’ll probably feel like you’re missing half the story. The studio’s last series had more room to breathe, but this one feels like it’s in a hurry to get to the next plot point. As one reviewer put it: “The story could be interesting but it’s all about the execution.” Right now, the execution is like a microwaved meal—fast, but lacking flavor.

Here’s the tea: Heika Watashi wo Wasurete Kudasai is a mixed bag. The characters are likable, the romance has spark, and the drama is juicy. But the short episodes and cheap animation hold it back. If you’re 20 or under, you might dig the snackable format (perfect for TikTok attention spans), but don’t expect a deep dive. My advice? Watch a few episodes, but keep the manga handy—you’ll get the full story there.

In the end, this anime is like a sample at the mall: it tastes good, but you’ll want the whole sandwich. Here’s hoping Season 2 (if it happens) gives us more time with Lunia and Hades—because five minutes just isn’t enough to fall in love.

Final Verdict: 3/5 stars. Fun, but far too short.

P.S. If you do watch, keep an eye out for the Snow White-esque animal scenes—they’re cute, even if they feel random.