Sadaki Kaoru is a respected literature professor who harbors deep feelings for someone close to him. Unfortunately, his unrequited love is exposed when troublemaker 'Shou, the informant' takes notice. To keep his secret safe, Sadaki is blackmailed into sexual acts that leave him depleted.
Underlying their bond, Hikaru Kusakabe and Rihito Sajou share an intense affection that yearns to blossom under a tender hand. While Kusakabe openly expresses his love through intimate gestures, Sajou, a studious and reserved young man, struggles to make peace with the overwhelming intensity of his feelings, leaving him feeling insecure and prone to overthinking. Despite their mutual love, the two boys harbor disparate dreams for the future. Kusakabe fantasizes about making a name for himself as a celebrated musician, while Sajou tirelessly prepares for the demands of college. This dichotomy in their goals casts a shadow of uncertainty over their relationship as graduation approaches. Yet, through the harshest of winters, their love is a warming presence that kindles a glimmer of hope that they will find a way to navigate their uncertain future together.
Faye dreads asking Prince Tariq Shadad ibn Zachir for help, as it brings back memories of their failed wedding from a year ago. Yet, with her brother being held captive in Jumar, she has no other choice but to request Tariq's assistance. Faye prepares herself for an uncomfortable reunion with her former spouse, only to be taken aback by Tariq's demand that she becomes his mistress in exchange for her brother's freedom. Despite her initial hostility towards Tariq, Faye's emotions transform as she voyages to the Middle East and evolves into more than just a passing companion to the influential Sheikh.
Experience the last moments of Okita Souji, the captain of Shinsengumi's first squadron, as the writer shares their own perspective of the tale.
Eighth Research is a large biotech company based on advanced research and development of DNA manipulation. Naoya Graphico is on the security team for the company run by his uncle. Naoya has been acknowledged for his high combat skills and is sent on top secret missions regarding Eighth Research's interests. His most recent task has Naoya infiltrating a rival company where a mysterious girl named Celcia has been kidnapped. Naoya's passion for protecting the weak always helps him accomplish missions; he just needs to make sure his libido doesn't get in the way.
Princess Mononoke, a film by Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghilbi, portrays the encroachment of human beings on sacred animal grounds. The greed for resources and land drives humans to destroy trees, provoking the resentment of animal gods who retaliate by attacking human settlements. Ashitaka, a young refugee from the Emishi people, gets embroiled in the conflict after he kills an animal god and is cursed with death. He ventures across Japan searching for a cure but ends up encountering a camp where he meets 'Monster Princess,' a girl raised by a 300-year-old female dog god who loathes humans. As the two parties clash, with Ashitaka and San in the middle, they must learn to coexist without animosity and combat. In the meantime, Irontown, a new community, gets founded near the sacred forest, and a cursed warrior and a girl raised by wolves strive to bring harmony to the area. The destiny of the land and its inhabitants hangs by a thread.
Sato was entranced by the stranger he spotted at the station, his gaze fixated on him. Acting on impulse, he trailed the mysterious individual and even snagged one of their business cards. But why did the stranger acquiesce so readily? And what would happen when Sato sought him out at his workplace the next day after their one-night stand? Bonus chapter: Relax and Unwind
1. Shou-chan 2. Yarou nanka nya Wakarumai! 3-4. Komako 5-6. Neechin 7. Itsumo Issho (Always Together) 8-13. Baka.
Mohiro Kitoh's second collection of short stories tells of the sorrowful destinies of individuals residing in a city that is partially futuristic and partially fantastical. The city's inevitable structural deterioration appears to be reflected in the hearts of its inhabitants.
In my own dark story, I was reborn as the wife of an archduke with a curse. As the writer, I took responsibility for my creation and remedied the situation by breaking the curse, which was my only way back to reality. Believing my task was complete, I attempted to depart, but the archduke questioned me, "Did you truly think I was unaware of your intentions to return to your betrothed?" Sadly, he had misunderstood. "Despite your feelings, I remain your husband, and you will never escape me." All I yearn for is his consent to let me return home.
V.1 Ureoji BL Contents: 01. Coming! by Niyama An attractive middle-aged gentleman decides to come out of the closet and make his first friend. But when he meets Rei whom he found through a dating app things don't go as planned. (Prequel to Come Over in 2nd volume.) 02. "Love" bolt from the blue (晴天の恋愛ヘキレキ) by HARUYAMA Moto 03. 夢の泡 by MATSUMOTO Yoh 04. Continuation of a Secret (秘密の続き) by ROTTA Ikumi 05. Ore no Kareshi ha "Ikeoji" Sensei (俺の彼氏はイケおじ先生) by FUJIMINE Shiki 06. Sono koi ha Cake yori Amakute (その恋はケーキより甘くて) by ORIGAMI Chiyoko 07. How to Catch a Star (ハウトウキャッチアスター) by m:m A man runs into his star over three decades later. 08. ふたりと黒い猫 by Rocky 09. Hodasareru Otoko (ほだされる男) by YOSHIMOTO Senco 10. by RIIRUU 11. 君に綴るロマンス by NERIMA zim V.2 Uke Contents: • Come Over』by Niyama: A continuation of a blossoming romance between middle-aged Koga-san and his much younger lover Rei. (Sequel to Coming! from the 1st volume) • Nayamashii Otoko by YOSHIMOTO Senco •『抱きしめないで、側にいて』by KUMOI Natsume •『ブリュッセルの恋人』by Uzui •『ヤンキーくんとマシュマロパパ』by KIJIMA Hyougo •『ないしょの準備室』by HARUYAMA Moto •『その道の名前は茨』by yoshi •『可愛くてしょうがないくせに』by NERIMA zim •『茨の道』by AGA Naomi 《novel》