Although Naoki had grown used to being teased for his flamboyance, everything changed when he met Yada. Yugi Yamada's collection of ten expertly crafted short stories explores the complex emotions of coming out and discovering one's true self, encompassing everything from poignancy and bewilderment to passion and humor. This beautifully illustrated assortment of adolescent love stories seamlessly blends forbidden desire, secret longing, envy, and acceptance.
After neglect leading to the loss of his daughter Chaeyoon, Cho Sunghyun takes his own life and finds himself transported back 10 years! Determined to not make the same mistakes, Sunghyun gives up his passion for music and focuses solely on being a devoted father, taking care of Chaeyoon by driving her to preschool and cooking for her. But to his surprise, Chaneyoon turns out to be a musical prodigy, playing the piano without any sheet music and possessing perfect pitch. Despite his reservations about music, Sunghyun is torn: to let her play or halt her talent altogether?
Zhang Buzheng, a jobless and idle individual, was granted an opportunity by the gods to break free from his boring life and achieve immortality. He could achieve this by scaling to the top of the tower to become the Lazy God. However, his companions on the Tower of God mission lacked intelligence. Zhang Buzheng had to become a vengeful god to confront the challenging obstacles and ensure no delays on his path to godhood.
1. Missing Ring 2-4. How to Fry an Egg Over Hard 5-7. Family Maze 8. Quicksand
All Sugara Kugami ever yearned for was a calm and uneventful school life. However, her wishes take a turn for the unexpected when the stunning and gifted Yui Shirasagi handpicks her to be her mock "sibling," resulting in a tumultuous existence. Additionally, Ui Shirasagi, Yui's poised and competent identical twin sister who doubles as the student council president, develops a fascination with Sugara, adding a new layer of intrigue to her life.
Living in a household of seven, Aoi's current status is poor, while Masafumi - who has been dubbed the Prince of School - resides in a mansion with mostly servants and his grandparents, making his current status rich. However, Aoi's anger is sparked when she witnesses Masafumi carelessly throw away 40 cents that she could have used, and she vows to never forgive him. But fate has other plans when Aoi is forced to step in for her injured mother at the Prince's estate. Will Aoi seek revenge, or will the experience teach Masafumi about the struggles of the less fortunate?
Kikuno Kei is the nickname given to Kay, a typical college-goer who also serves as a part-time assassin with abilities similar to John Wick.
A brand new store has recently commenced operation at an undesirable crossroads in the town. The location seems to be cursed, offering minimal chance for any business to thrive.
Urus, a warrior whose family was slain by demons, dwells in a world ravaged by chaos and darkness. Obsessed with revenge, he learns of Kelg's pub, a gathering place for heroes reborn in this realm who seek allies in their battle against the demon king. Hoping to join forces with one of these legendary figures, Urus journeys to the pub, but to his dismay, a peculiar summoning ritual brands him as the weakest class and assigns him the enigmatic letter, "R." Thus begins his descent into the abyss of this world's true darkness. What, exactly, is the significance of the letter "R" and this ritual, and what horrors will Urus encounter in this forbidding realm?
An amusing tale of a conceited, square-jawed prince and his timid, reticent love interest.