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A collection of short stories by Kyoko Okazaki published in the 1990s. The title story, 'Chiwawa-chan,' follows the friends of Chiwawa, a girl found dead in Tokyo Bay, who come to realize they do not know anything about her such as her real name or her background.These stories were published irregularly from the June 1994 issue to the May 1995 issue of 'Monthly YOUNG ROSE,' and some were also featured in the October 1994 special issue of 'FEEL.' Furthermore, this collection includes material that were drawn specifically for the Young Rose Comics Deluxe edition of 'Chiwawa-chan.'

When life throws Linden Taylor another gut-wrenching punch, she decides to recover on a beach. She books herself a cruise and it’s full speed ahead to an adventure in paradise. Her assumptions are not far off, but what’s an adventure without a little kidnapping? To add insult to injury, her captor is none other than the roguishly handsome, albeit infuriating, Steven Dare. Now confined to this remote little island with a handsome devil, Linden’s moral compass spins with reckless abandon. How will she find her way to happiness now?

I can't be attracted to the man who thinks I am his father's mistress. After Juliet’s beloved boss passes away, management of his company is left to her, his personal assistant, and Edward Carlyle, his eldest son. But Edward was not at the funeral, and she has no way of reaching him. When she finally finds and meets Edward, she’s horrified to discover he is the attractive man she had shared a passionate kiss with the day before! And now he is convinced she was his father’s mistress!

This is brought to you by the same author of "My Wife Is From a Thousand Years Ago". "If you could go back in time, what would you do?" "I would go to the school entrance and wait for you every day to pursue you shamelessly until you're my girlfriend. What about you?" "Hmm... I will definitely carefully wait until I'm twenty-four to get to know you again, then gradually fall in love, then get married, and then ask you this question. I live cautiously because I'm afraid that the butterfly effect will make me lose you."

Ikuko, an Arasa girl, has someone she is dating. But he is a so-called useless man who freeloads at Ikuko's house and doesn't get a regular job. Ikuko tries to break up with him because she doesn't have a bright future with him, but she always ends up bonding with him for some reason! Just then, a high-spec handsome guy appears, aiming for her Ikuko...! ? A loopy love between a useless man and an around 30-year-old girl! The charm of a useless man explodes!

The only human empress in the Human Beast Empire, Sephia continues her dry marriage with the Emperor, Demios. However, a woman named Titi appears one day, claiming she has the Emperor's name engraved to her! as Sephia watched the emperor fall for titi, she fell into despair. Then Roxanne, a war hero appeared. A love triangle romance filled with the scent of two wolves competing for Sephia!

A young puppy-eyed boy (very carnivorous) x an office lady hurt by love. Reuniting with her ex-boyfriend when he said "I'm glad I realized this before I fell in love with you." Tsuzumi, dumped by her fiancé just before she crosses the finish line, looking to heal her wounds finds Yudai, a handsome man who pampered her. They had a relationship like lovers, but that sweet time didn't last long...?

My fate is to be the substitute bride of this cruel lord… After her cousin elopes, Elizabeth is chosen to take her place as a bride for Lord Raymond. Elizabeth lived miserably in a convent for the last thirteen years, and she feels marriage will be her chance to finally have a happy family. Though Raymond frightens her at times, with his cold and cruel eyes, Elizabeth begins to see glimpses of his sincerity and kindness, and she settles into life with him. Until she hears a rumor in the castle that Raymond’s previous wife was killed…by him!

At the behest of the organization, Celeste becomes the bodyguard of Edward, the crown prince of Midland. While spending time together, she comes into contact with Edward's strength and vulnerability, and decides to protect him of her own volition. Edward also trains his mind and body so that he can protect Celeste. ``I love only you.'' Two people who overcome many difficulties and are attracted to each other. However, the difference in social status between the Crown Prince and his personal guard stands in the way... A story of growth, battle, and love between two people who shoulder heavy roles and pasts.

Is this the darkness of our time? Or is this the true nature of people? SNS" is a fun and convenient service that allows people to easily connect with others. Adults are aware of the dangers, but children who have just started using SNS...a junior high school girl started a social networking service under the name of Koharu, and was contacted by a middle school teacher with a smile. But he pretends to be an entertainment producer...? There are vile adults who target innocent children on social networking sites. These people are monsters. This is a nauseating and shocking "behind-the-scenes" drama depicting the truth and reality of "social networking monsters" who are more innocent than children, but filled with a dark, black darkness!

I want to support him as he faces his destiny...even if he doesn’t love me. Cassiopeia’s greedy stepmother and stepsisters have taken the hotel her father left her, and she is forced to work there like a servant. One day, Prince Rhys of Verina, who is rumored to be looking for a bride, arrives at the hotel. If her stepsisters are chosen as the bride and leaves with their mother, she can take back the hotel. Cassiopeia has faint hopes. However, Rhys told her that he had bought the hotel, and then he said something even more unbelievable. “I came here for you, Cassiopeia, as my wife.” Why...why did the prince choose me as his bride?

Matsubara is just one of many ladies in the Planning Division feeling rather annoyed by fellow coworker, Miwa Iida. Every move Miwa makes manages to drag the entire office down, and the men surrounding her in the office only make it worse. After finally reaching her limit, Matsubara heads to HR where she meets a woman with a stern gaze who spits facts like a machine gun... Asari Kuga, the Office Detective!

Wanxiang, a nine-tailed fox demon who was subdued by a Taoist priest five hundred years ago, was sent to the human world by the immortal world to perform the "Da Ji" mission, with the goal of accelerating the demise of the licentious emperor of Beijing. Just when Wanxiang thought she could become a first-class evil queen who brought disaster to the country, she found out that the emperor of Beijing liked male beauty, and all the officials in the court were weak and beautiful men. The most favored male official was the charming Lord Bai. So Wanxiang decided to pretend to be the Wu brothers and sisters and enter the court and the harem, and began to compete for favor with Lord Bai. The comedy plot of the two fighting and loving each other is about to begin.

Izumi, an office worker who lost her mother at a young age, spends her days off helping at her family's bento shop. One day, she discovers that her father has been swindled by some shady contractors during the shop's renovation. Just as her frustration peaks, her unexpected savior, Kiriyama, appears. He's a yakuza prince, and he's determined to make her his...! A spicy tale of dangerous love, now in manga format!

Mio Sakurai, an 18-year-old aspiring actress. A few days ago, Mio was involved in an on-set accident and lost her memory. Even though her memory is gone, she’s determined to start fresh. Mio switches to a new talent agency. She works hard to fulfill her dream of becoming a great actress, confronting her past and the challenge of amnesia to reach stardom.

Tokyo, the 10th year of the Taisho period (1921). Fuki, a 24-year-old maid working at the manor house of the distinguished Tachibana family, is reunited with their son Yugo, who has returned home to enroll at The First Imperial University. With Fuki’s engagement having been dissolved and Yugo having been charged with finding himself a suitable wife, she accepts his proposal of marriage. In an era when parents’ consent is necessary for marriage, and despite the gap between the two in both age and social standing, the admirable maid and elite student’s married life is about to begin.

After taking some time away from relationships and love, it's been 10 years... "How can I find a girlfriend?" Mukai is a man in his 30's living at home with his family. He realized it's been 10 years since he's had a girlfriend. He told his last girlfriend, Miwako, that he wanted to "protect her". He was then told "what does that even mean?" and their relationship eventually fell apart. Ever since then, Mukai has felt things like "love" and "marriage" were distant concepts. However, he starts to find interest in the new person in the office, Nakatani...? Now begins Mukai's new search for love, stuck between new encounters and memories of his past!

Olivia, the Empress of Rhone Empire, died because of her husband's scheme, then she had a chance to live again in the body of an unknown woman who lived in a slum. After that, Olivia met her ex-fiance, who was the real heir to the throne, and hid her real identity from him. She made a suggestion to form a marriage alliance for each other's revenge. Will their revenge succeed without any obstacle? (summary by liliannaclaris, don't repost without permission) TW // BLOOD

Rachel is nearly attacked by a hoodlum on a dark street at night, but she’s saved by a man with an air of danger about him. He leaves Rachel, shaken from the sudden incident, without even giving her his name. The next day she learns that he’s Cullen Logan, a man everyone in the village has heard an unpleasant rumor about. But Rachel can’t believe that the man who saved her could be a bad person. He didn’t seem like such a scary person; he seemed reliable and honest. But maybe Rachel will get the chance to sort out the discrepancy when she is approached by Cullen himself!

"Outside the reserved timeframe, we're nothing to each other!" I rented out my ideal prince...but his true self was a sadistic, self-centered jerk?!

With my 'minus 530,000' femininity power, somehow, I got an older boyfriend…!! Fumino, who’s completely lacking in femininity, is 24 years old. Her boyfriend, Asada, whom she met at a group date, is 36 years old—12 years older! Her first boyfriend, her first date. Step by step, bit by bit, they become 'boyfriend and girlfriend.' Non-stop blushing and heart-throbbing cuteness!! A heart-pounding romance story for beginners.

What do I do? I came here to sort out my feelings, but now I’m in love! Caron, a spoiled young lady who is a lawyer, is having her wedding in one week. Her fiancé cheated on her, but she can’t call off her wedding just because of that. She uses her work as an excuse to visit Canada. Unexpectedly, her client, Ewan, attracts her attention, his deep blue eyes wanting to know the truth…

42-year-old Kyoko Otsuka has spent the last 13 years living life as "mom" for her rebellious daughter and soft-spoken husband. Kyoko thought her average and hectic life would continue this way until one day she is told that she only has a year left to live! Shocked by this news, Kyoko decides she wants to spend the remainder of her life "living for herself." She declares to her family, who have been spoiled and taken her for granted, that she is done being their "mom" and is going to take back her life as "Kyoko"!

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Mitsuka, nicknamed the "Resources Department's Bookworm," has no interest in romance and is content with her trusty books by her side. That is, until she has an unexpected and passionate encounter with Naruse, the popular future CEO of her company! Since that day, Naruse continually asks her out and even makes moves on her at the company. "Let's go out, Mitsuka." "Uh... No thanks. I'll pass." Sparks fly in this intense romance between a crafty future CEO, who tries to win her over with his body, and a bookworm vulnerable to pleasure. How will this unlikely romance unfold?!

Xolia makes the deal with the devil in order to obtain her desires. But she soon finds that this deal is shrouded in more mystery than she could have imagined.

Kokuryuu Kaguya was only a little boy when he witnessed his father murdered by demons. He spent years trying to convince people about what he witnessed, but was dismissed as a traumatized child with an over-active imagination. Now a teenager, Kaguya still remembers what happened. One day, Kaguya is struck by a mysterious light and meets a young woman named Mao—a skillful warrior wearing bunny ears—who rescues him from a demons’ attack, then demands to know what planet he’s from! Kaguya finds himself inducted into a secret organization of other-worldly individuals whose goal is to defend Earth from monstrous invaders. Reborn as a Battle Rabbit, strange powers awaken within Kaguya which allow him to fight these creatures and seek vengeance for his father’s death.

[R15 Version] At the edge of a brutal winter, can Roel, who ran away, find her paradise? Roel never imagined her desperate escape would lead her to a place like this. After enduring a miserable life as a guest in her relatives' home, Roel's world shattered the night her younger cousin attacked her. In a moment of terror and desperation, she killed him. Panicked and overwhelmed by guilt, she fled the village choosing the icy wilderness over facing the truth. Her path led her to a remote, solitary cabin hidden deep in the winter woods. But peace was not waiting for her there. Instead, she met Kaiden—a towering, intimidating man who seemed just as wild as the storm outside. “If you don’t want to freeze, you’ll do as I say.” “Don’t you know that excitement keeps the cold away? Better than catching a fever.” Now, trapped by an unforgiving blizzard and Kaiden's cryptic demands, Roel must decide whether this cabin will be her salvation or her doom. Is this isolated haven the paradise she longed for, or a new kind of hell that will destroy her completely?

Emilone's Temptation Labyrinth at Emilone was a well-known actress before she got transported to another world and became a saint.She got a plausible name of the Holy Lady Who Moved Dimensions', but she didn't receive any attention. This happened because all the Empire's attention was on Princess Ronella.As a result, Emilone, who was devoted to her work as a saint, accidentally discovered the secret of Princess Ronella. The innocent and kind facades of the princess were all acting!This can be pretty fun. Wouldn't I be able to break my boring routine when I got closer to Princess Ronella?Emilone made a dangerous decision for fun. manhuascan is a website dedicated to fans of anime, , , , video games, and cosplay. Where you may find all of your anime-related memes, recommendations, reviews, manga recommendations, character fanfiction, favorite quotations, and simply those ordinary anime things that you enjoy, particularly memes.You can , online for free at manhuascan. Chapters are updated hourly with high-quality graphics and a full English translation. Find free translations of your favorite , and . The latest updated content on manhuascan is now available.

Chapter 16 in Naver's 2023 Rookie Short Story Collection (2023 루키 단편선).

My (emotional) lifespan has only one year left! Before it’s over, I’ll create… the ultimate “Yuri Sketchbook”! Kokoro is set for an arranged marriage after graduating high school. To her, such a marriage feels no different from “death.” For the sake of healing in her afterlife, she indulges in all kinds of yuri fantasies… This is a story about a girl who works hard for the girls she loves ♥

In 21st century Japan. to protect superior genes present among its population and secure the creation of geniuses for Japan's next generation. the government has a peculiar plan in effect at a center for child prodigies. All of the young men and women raised at the center demonstrate their talents in specific fields and go on to contribute to the development of Japanese society - all but Kurumi. who shows little promise as a genius. With valuable tax yen on the line. the center decides to make Kurumi demonstrate her talents in other ways...

Hanako Kikuchi, who was about to get married, was enviable for her beauty and career, and was at the peak of happiness. However, even though she hadn't made any particular changes to her lifestyle, she began to gain weight, and people around her started making fun of her for it Hanako's only allies are her best friend from college, Natsumi, and her grandmother, who raised her after her parents died in an accident. However, these women also turn into people who push Hanako to the depths of misery... This mystery depicts the horror of a woman who was revered as a "winner" and then gets caught up in a spiral of misfortune as she grows bigger!!

Dissolving Classroom is told through a series of connected short stories that follow Yuuma and Chizumi Azawa. Each story revolves around the tragedies Yuuma and Chizumi cause, mainly through Yuuma's apologies, which he is actually using to connect with the Devil.[5] Due to the "evil electromagnetic waves between him and the Devil,"[6] Yuuma's apologies, which are usually a result of Chizumi's behavior, make people's brains melt and his compliments cause people to become permanently and horrifically disfigured. Drawn in a Baphomet-esque style, the Devil is repeatedly brought up and is the main source of evil and horror in the manga.[7

A struggling manga artist who's given up finds her passion rekindled by India and the women she meets there.

"They say you can see your future husband in a dream on Saint Agnes' Day!"After finishing her internship at an adult toy company, Woo Cheonhye is teased by her sculpture classmates asking if she got fired because she couldn't even sculpt an adult toy.Having never seen or touched "one" herself, Cheonhye swallows her frustration in silence.Then, she stumbles upon a video about Saint Agnes' Day.Desperate for a lifeline, she tries the Saint Agnes' Day ritual.To her surprise, Cheonhye actually meets a handsome man in her dream and falls head over heels...But as he leans in for a sweet kiss, the dream man suddenly starts taking off Cheonhye's dress?!

The story is about a girl who has the ability to see others’ emotion and handle them. She comes across a boy who seems to have no emotion at all and turns out he has the same ability as hers.

A love that could change the world. And yet, their hearts are torn apart... That summer is a special sparkle in her life. An 18th birthday party. The first time she is allowed to wear a grown-up dress… And Beth meest him, Lyon Cantrell, that day. He is the only son of a prestigious family with the same name as the town they live in. They spend an entire summer being together and making love, but when Beth becomes pregnant, Lyon suddenly disappears. Although she is gutted by the cruel treatment, Beth gives birth to his child and raised him. --Nine years have passed since then. Lyon suddenlys returns and see Beth again, this time with anger and distrust...

She’s been kidnapped…by the most seductive man! Lora goes to France on a business trip to sign a contract for her company president. Once there, she’s met by an elegant man named Luc. He claims that something urgent has happened and beckons her to follow him, then he proposes that she skip her business meeting and enjoy some vacation time with him instead. Her refusal brings out another side to Luc and she soon finds herself trapped by this seductive man…

Sage and Kai have been best friends since childhood— their constant bickering accompanied by their deep rooted friendship. Their friendship was completely platonic— or thats what they thought. Accompany these two idiots on a rollercoaster of comedy, drama and romace as they desperately try to battle their feelings about each other. As the demons of their past catch up to them, its up to Sage and Kai to preserve their relationship—whether they're friends or more.

Collection of stories:1) Moonlight Serenade2) Housekibako no Ningyo3) Nakanai Onna wa Inai (Original: Nagashima Yuu)4) Azami Niasamu5) Tarou6) Yozora no Mado7) Underground8) Kiteretsu na Kare no Koto (Cooperation: Fujiko Puro)9) Nesshabyou

Male protagonist: Logan Winfried - Has lived only on the battlefield since he was born. He tries to make Irina happy according to the will of his spiritual leaders, Leonid and his wife. He is drawn to Irina, despite having a deep sense of guilt and secrets. *Female protagonist: Irina Leonid - Was abandoned by her uncle and grew up in the slums. As she gradually adapts to the life that suddenly came to her as if she were lucky, she ends up giving her heart to Logan, who saves her.

Mii-chan loves Hiro-kun, who has no money, no job and he's a cheater! After all, he dated her for more than one week, he remembered the meetup times for the dates, and he remembers her name properly! Hiro-kun is bewildered and can't bring himself to be a complete scumbag to Mii-chan, whose standards for the boyfriend she wants are just way too low! He's scum, but he's kind. He's nice, but he's trash. This is a trashy romance comedy featuring Mii-chan who loves a guy like him so much! (Source: Pixiv Comic)

“O devil of my Ducommun ancestors— please stop this marriage...!” The twin sister—Giovinetta Valdemar, or Lady Devil herself, branded as such after her husband’s heart was ripped out on their wedding night. The twin brother—Johannes Valdemar, the exalted hero and shining sun of House Valdemar. Torn from Johannes by their mother as children, Giovinetta can only glimpse her unrestricted brother through the single window in the room where she’s kept under lock and key. So when Giovinetta is next betrothed to a much older nobleman, the fear of yet another cage drives her to make a desperate plea for help to the devil of Ducommun—a wish that is answered by transforming Johannes into a devil himself! Will this creature be her salvation or lead them both down a treacherous and forbidden path?

Yukimaru Hanako is leaving her family in Eniwa, Hokkaido, to go live in the big city of Sapporo and work with the HHTV news team. Hanako has bumbled her way goodnaturedly through the hiring process, which included a written test, an interview, and a presentation. One of the other new hires at HHTV, the stern, professional Yamane Hajime, has watched her in disbelief, infuriated that she seems to have so much success without taking anything seriously. After her first broadcast at HHTV, which could be seen as either very entertaining or a horrible disgrace, everyone's attention is focused on Hanako. Will she surprise everyone by succeeding in her new career or will she fail spectacularly?

Faith, Fiorenzo's secretary, is to accompany Fiorenzo to a party as his date. Fiorenzo is a five-time world-title holder in cycling and also manages a bike company. Furthermore, he is a globe-trotting playboy. In contrast, she is very plain and doesn't think that they are a good match. She also doesn't really know much about high society, or want to draw any attention to herself. with little confidence, Faith allows Fiorenzo to take her to a beauty parlor and boutique. To give her the appearance of a date worthy of him, they dress her up gorgeously. He's so taken with her transformation that he kisses her!

In recent years, it is becoming a social issue, and the question of forcing AV appearances. Girls who are deceived by the skillful appeal of adults and cast against their intentions. Based on interviews with the parties, the process of getting into the AV debut is realistic. AV victims who have been unable to open their mouth have finally begun to raise their voice! * this work is recorded in the Story Women's Black Vol.22.