My Lovely, Pitiful Husband Nominated for Renta! Manga Award 2026

The adult fantasy romance manga My Lovely, Pitiful Husband has been nominated for the Renta! Manga Award 2026 in the Isekai Department. The series, created by artist Inuta and original author Mamehikotai, follows a devoted countess who dotes on her pitiful husband. This nomination marks a significant milestone for the work, which is currently published by Breeze Comics.

To celebrate this achievement, the digital platform Kimicomi is offering the entire series for free reading until September 30. Kimicomi is a website known for aggregating various isekai, romance, and fantasy manga titles. This campaign allows new readers to experience the complete story without cost, highlighting the popularity of the series within the adult manga market. The announcement emphasizes the strategic partnership between the publisher and the digital distributor to maximize visibility during the award season.

The narrative centers on Chocola, a young countess who falls in love with Alan Chaussette at a ball. Despite their marriage, Alan believes he is unloved and hindered in his career, prompting Chocola to actively care for him. The promotional materials highlight the emotional depth and romantic tension that define the plot. Additionally, the original light novel from Pinano Velles continues to receive positive reception, featuring an exclusive afterstory titled A Rose Dedicated to You. The combination of critical recognition and free digital access aims to broaden the audience base for this specific title.