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The Duke's Son Claims He Won't Love Me Yet Showers Me with Adoration

The Duke's Son Claims He Won't Love Me Yet Showers Me with Adoration
★ 7.6/10•2026•12•Animation•Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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An arranged marriage. Two complete strangers. One adorable romance! When cheerful noblewoman Elsa is suddenly wed to the reserved duke-to-be Julius, neither expects their political marriage to spark something more. As awkward misunderstandings, sweet gestures, and growing feelings pile up, these newlyweds discover that falling in love might be the easiest—and hardest—part of married life.

StatusEnded
LanguageJA
First Air DateJul 5, 2026

Episodes

Episode 1 - A Marriage Just for ShowE123m

A Marriage Just for Show

Elsa, sethe daughter of an impoverished noble family, receives a letter of marriage proposal from Julius, the eldest son of the ducal house of Royas. Though she is bewildered by the offer, she accepts for the sake of her family. However, after meeting the handsome Julius for the first time on their wedding day, he coldly declares to her, "I have absolutely no intention of ever loving you."

Jul 5, 2026

Episode 2 - ...Thank YouE223m

...Thank You

Even after hearing that her marriage is in name only, Elsa interacts cheerfully with Julius and the household staff, devoting herself to her vegetable patch and sewing. Julius, who has only known a cold home life, is baffled by her actions. One day, Julius's friend Rebeka invites Elsa to a tea party. There, she learns that Julius's birthday is near, and she starts to plan a surprise party.

Jul 12, 2026

Episode 3 - Cufflinks and a Music BoxE323m

Cufflinks and a Music Box

After the official Sun Festival ceremony, Elsa heads out to join in the festivities at the invitation of her younger brother, Hannes. Julius is unaware of this, so when Serafina tells him that Elsa has headed into town with a man, he instinctively chases after her. Though he thought that theirs was marriage in name only, he realizes that at some point, he has begun to want to trust Elsa.

Jul 19, 2026

Episode 4 - Behind a SmileE423m

Behind a Smile

Elsa hosts a tea party where Serafina says, "Julius forgot this," and hands her one of the cufflinks she’d gifted him. Julius is happy to have it back, but uneasy about the fact that Elsa didn't seem concerned about it. As Julius considers the idea that Elsa doesn't see him as a romantic interest, she's visiting the castle, where Serafina's older brother Jarmo tosses some suggestive words her way.

Jul 26, 2026

Episode 5 - The Sound of Distant RainE523m

The Sound of Distant Rain

Julius and Elsa visit a botanical garden. Julius considers himself adept with women, but for some reason, he struggles to find his footing with Elsa. Though their outing is filled with unfortunate events such as an encounter with Jarmo and getting rained on, Julius feels saved by Elsa's words: "I like listening to the sound of rain." But getting pelted by the rain leaves Julius with a high fever.

Aug 2, 2026

Episode 6 - The Trap Hidden at the SoiréeE623m

The Trap Hidden at the Soirée

Julius is ordered to infiltrate a soirée hosted by Count Parnilla's family. He asks Elsa to accompany him as his wife. Elsa is nervous about attending her first soirée, but with Rebeka and Hannes's help, she fulfills her role as the wife of a ducal house. Then a very drunk man approaches her, seemingly targeting her the moment she's alone. The truth is that all it's part of Jarmo's scheme.

Aug 9, 2026

Episode 7 - An Unexpected GiftE723m

An Unexpected Gift

By chance, Julius learns about Elsa' birthday. He says, "I hope you'll let me celebrate it for you," and works desperately to clear his work so he can take Elsa to the opera. The splendid production and Julius's kindness combine to make Elsa's day a very special one. On a different day, while in town, Elsa comes across a rundown church with a children's home that is struggling to make ends meet.

Aug 16, 2026

Episode 8 - Misunderstandings and FalsehoodsE823m

Misunderstandings and Falsehoods

Elsa has begun teaching at the children's home, but she hasn't been able to tell Julius because he's been busy. Julius manages to finish work early, and when he learns that Elsa is in town, he goes out looking for her, but what he finds is Jarmo chatting happily with Elsa. It is a mere chance meeting between the two, but when Julius sees them, he misunderstands the nature of their relationship.

Aug 23, 2026

Episode 9 - Jarmo's VowE923m

Jarmo's Vow

Jarmo dreams of the past, of his wretched life in a children's home, and of his desperate, diligent hard work after being taken in by his adoptive father. However, in spite of that, Julius was always ahead of him. Before long, Jarmo's sense of admiration for Julius began to change... Meanwhile, Elsa hosts a fund-raising bazaar at the children's home.

Aug 30, 2026

Episode 10 - Julius's WishE1023m

Julius's Wish

Elsa accompanies Julius on his business trip. She enjoys her time at the local lord’s estate, but at the same time, she's troubled by Julius's words—"I have no intention of loving you." That night, only a single room is prepared for the two of them. Julius spends a sleepless night. While they are both considerate of each other, their feelings fail to connect. The next day, Jarmo arrives.

Sep 6, 2026

Episode 11 - Trapped...E1123m

Trapped...

Julius and Elsa go to inspect a spinning mill. For some reason, Jarmo joins them. While Julius speaks with the mill chief, Elsa goes to the storehouse to pick out threads for decorative cords with Jarmo. Suddenly, they find themselves locked inside—a scheme orchestrated by Jarmo. Jarmo's cunning question, "Isn't Julius just using you?" strikes Elsa's heart and...

Sep 13, 2026

Episode 12 - A Promise on the Night of Falling StarsE1223m

A Promise on the Night of Falling Stars

Elsa has realized that she's in love with Julius and now she's unable to smile at him the way she did before. Seeing Elsa behave this way makes Julius uneasy. Amidst their awkward, strained interactions, Rebeka comes to visit and she tells Elsa just how much Julius has changed. Meanwhile, Julius confronts Jarmo, saying, "Don't involve Elsa."

Sep 20, 2026

Actors

Soma Saito

Soma Saito

Julius Royus (voice)

Yui Ishikawa

Yui Ishikawa

Elsa Eukrainen (voice)

Mariko Kouda

Mariko Kouda

Sophia Eukrainen (voice)

Daisuke Namikawa

Daisuke Namikawa

Lucas Eukrainen (voice)

Maaya Uchida

Maaya Uchida

Tanja (voice)

Makoto Tamura

Makoto Tamura

Stim (voice)

Ryohei Kimura

Ryohei Kimura

Josef Aleksis Ralt (voice)

Chika Anzai

Chika Anzai

Serafiina Parnilla (voice)

Hibiku Yamamura

Hibiku Yamamura

Rebeka Rikkonen (voice)

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