Slice of Life - Page 867

During the day, she is the "goddess of beauty," a personal trainer inspiring others to get better. But at night, after work, she gets hungry and down on herself. That's when the handsome but mysterious young man Tsukiyomi-kun appears to cook her a meal that fills her up and heals her soul, even though they've signed a contract that banned any romantic feelings between them. It's a sweet forbidden gourmet love-comedy between two people!(Source: BeLove, translated)

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Set in the twilight of the Meiji period, this tale highlights the Mitsuboshi, a traditional kimono shop that has seen better days. Once abuzz with activity, the shop now languishes in obscurity. Torasaburou Hoshino, the third son, returns from an extended stay in England determined to restore Mitsuboshi's former glory, but is met with ridicule by his fellow shopkeepers. Undeterred, Torasaburou persists in his quest to transform Mitsuboshi into a three-star establishment. Meanwhile, an enigmatic character named Takatou seems to be aware of Torasaburou's goal and his valiant efforts to rejuvenate the shop.

Curious about tasting a renowned artisanal beer? Kyoto-based advertising agency staff member, Kenzaki Nana, felt she wasn't being treated fairly by her colleagues. However, a stroke of luck resulted in her meeting shop owner Nonami Ryuichi and photographer Ashikari Tetsuo whilst dining at "Shiro Kuma" izakaya, and trying their craft beer changed her perspective completely. The splendid brews feature in the "Kyoto Craft Beer Story", and are authentic creations.

At the invitation of Risa Shiromine, Kaede Honjou logs into the virtual reality MMORPG New World Online as her character, Maple. Despite her lack of gaming experience, she invests all her status points into defense. As a result, Maple is sluggish, incapable of using magic, and constantly targeted by rabbits. However, her high vitality points grant her the "Absolute Defense" skill and a counter ability that can eliminate enemies with a single blow. Thus, Maple becomes a "mobile fortress" player with a unique poison ability that can neutralize attacks and overcome obstacles. Undeterred by her unorthodox approach, she embarks on an adventure.

Born into a family of models, Cane Lele's parents were once admired figures in the fashion industry. However, their lives were cut short due to a tragic plane crash, leaving Lele to be raised by her grandmother. Growing up surrounded by the superficial nature of the industry, Lele develops a strong aversion towards it. Despite her reluctance, Lele's aunt, Ye Feihung, a former model turned fashion agent, convinces her to give modeling a try. It isn't until Lele witnesses the artistry involved in a photo shoot by American model Angus Lanson that she begins to see the appeal. While attending a meeting with top fashion ambassadors, Lele is excited to finally meet the model who inspired her. Unbeknownst to her, Angus' twin brother, Eros Lanson, is secretly accompanying him, leading to a charming and confusing beginning to Lele's pursuit of her goals - to make it big in the competitive New York City fashion scene and, perhaps, to find love.

A gourmet fantasy about an older chef on the brink of disaster and a clumsy princess with a tsundere personality.

Due to his inner turmoil and past maltreatment by a family member, Ooba Youzou has a frail constitution and struggles to show his true personality to others. Since his high school years, he has relied on a superficial sense of humor as a coping mechanism to hide his pain.

The police are mobilizing to find a 14-year-old girl who has disappeared. Her parents, who are worried sick, fear that she is in pain and suffering. But that is not the case, for she has willingly fled to live with her kidnapper, a former stalker, who she affectionately calls "Oniisan". She has no intention of returning to her abusive parents or school, where she was mercilessly bullied. As time passes, their connection deepens, and she asks for a new name, "Sachi". Despite understanding their relationship is far from ordinary, they vow to marry if they escape from the police and Sachi's parents, or perish trying. Holding on tight to the tiny bit of genuine happiness they've discovered in one another, the twosome cling onto their only chance of hope in a harsh world.

A series about a blue-skinned convenience store worker who often gets visited by her friends to break up the monotony of graveyard shift work. Originally published to Twitter.