ROMANCE

1842. Thaddeus murdered Estelle's brother, but only Estelle knows. When he convinces her family that they should be wed, Estelle goes through with the wedding only to steal Thaddeus' coveted map of the Oregon Trail, his horse-drawn carriage, and his stable boy. She then embarks on a nation-wide adventure with a growing band of criminals. Their destination? The West--where she can be free of the oppressive aristocracy she left behind. The only problem is that Thaddeus will do everything in his power to bring her back.

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A manhwa one-shot about a girl who is unsure if she should continue the relationship with her longtime lover with a flirtatious past. Should she trust him this time or not? Could he ever change his ways?

"Do you want me to stick my fingers in and make you come? Here in this crowded place...?" Just hearing that sexy voice of his... I start to ache inside... I can't stand up straight! Ichiko loves sex. Ever since her ex-boyfriend thought she was only interested in sex, she's searched for someone who would accept her as she truly is. At a wedding matchmaking party, she met Shuto Houoin, a man who wrote that what he values most is sex. "I want to give you what you desire." That's way too good to be true... But Shuto's thick fingers are slipping into my warm insides. Oh my god... I'm gonna come just from his fingers...! Sometimes at the office, sometimes outdoors... The married life of these two who are honest about their sex drives is one intense day after another...

"I can't hold back anymore... You better be prepared." The gangster next-door gasps, all the while holding me tightly and kissing me breathlessly. True to his word, his clever tongue and deft fingers drive me over the edge again and again, with no sign of stopping... Lee Imabayashi, a young office worker, finally found her dream apartment. The only problem is her playboy of a neighbor, Naoichi... Though she vows to avoid him, when he saves her during a break-in, she decides to give him a chance. Many drinks later, when Naoichi leans in to kiss her, lee can't find it in herself to turn him away... Especially when she finds herself soaking wet with his talented fingers plucking at her nipples and driving her wild!!! But as things continue to get hot and heated, she notices what appears to be a giant tattoo spanning Naoichi's back...

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Manga Research Club member Yuki has one constant complaint - why are there a lot of comics that make two guys fall in love? Can't two guys just share the kind of deep, meaningful friendship Yuki wishes he could have for himself? If only every other guy in school didn't think he was a super-perfect unapproachable prince! When Yuki bumps into a guy who looks like one half of his favorite TV drama bromance, it looks like he's finally gotten his chance to make his dreams come true - but how long can they stay "just friends"?

This is a short story collection anchored with the tale of a young woman who is trying to ignore the reality that her husband is a serial killer, including "The Record of Peter Kürten", "Sensual Nights", "Lord Iechika Mogami", "The Lady of the Rhine", and "The Thief Akikazu Inoue". --- **Volume 265 of the Osamu Tezuka Complete Works**

Kouhei is a doctor at the local university hospital who has lost touch with his high school friend Tadashi. While Kouhei grew up to become a successful young doctor, Tadashi became a jobless, poor-as-dirt, flaming gay writer. But one lonely night, at his wits end, Tadashi sends Kouhei a text message and receives a reply. Of course Tadashi has secretly harbored feelings for Kouhei for a long time. But when he finds out Kouhei is getting set-up for an arranged marriage… (this is for the first chapter only; the other 4 chapters are unrelated) The only thing keeping Tadashi, a struggling song lyricist, alive is food handouts from Kouhei, a successful doctor. In fact, Tadashi has been leeching off of Kouhei for practically their entire professional lives. Before they arrived at this queer living arrangement, they once enjoyed a little fling back when they were in high school. Though the affair ended briefly afterwards, they've remained fast friends still. But Kouhei's parents want nothing more than to see their son settling down. As Kouhei is pushed ever more forcefully into an arranged marriage, will he finally admit that he sees Tadashi as something more than just a friend?

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Nitori is dead. Or at least he should be, except, he was sent by mistake to the Bird Afterlife instead of the human one. Chief Karasuma, a raven deity and also a salaried afterlife manager, is unamused at first, but then concedes to give Nitori a chance to work for him. Nitori loves birds, and even more so, he loves chief Karasuma, with his glossy feathers and powerful beak. How will he manage this strange new... afterlife?

The clue to the missing persons case is hidden behind a child who is both beautiful and sinister.

Get ready for a steamy tryst between party members in another world in this Mature-rated isekai manga series! Getting hit by a truck and sent to another world to face off against the Demon Lord was the best thing that ever happened to Yuuta. He attained unmatched powers, saved the world, and even married the princess. But now that the adventure’s over, he finds himself in a boring, sexless marriage with no battles left to fight. The only excitement he can find comes from sneaking out for intimate nights with his former party member. Can the powers he once used to save the realm keep him from getting busted by his royal family?

National archer Hwang JungHo was forced to retire after suffering a serious injury — one that somehow turned his shoulder into a highly sensitive erogenous zone. Since then, Junho has worked as a delivery driver, doing his best to avoid physical contact with others. By chance, he ends up making a delivery to Kang Jun-hyuk’s home, a current rising star on the national archery team... Suddenly, Jun-hyuk calls out Junho’s name and grabs his shoulder — leaving JungHo completely helpless in front of him?! Before he can even process what’s happening, the broad-shouldered man throws a fastball of bold words that fluster JungHo even more.

I used to have better grades than this fool! 3 years ago... Ruu Kurokiya, a Kuro Gyaru, is on her way to flunking high school. Her childhood friend, Straight-A student Tadao Tadashi volunteers as private tutor to avert her reckless path—but Ruu's more focused on seducing him than learning, and their study sessions soon go wildly astray! When a "Gyaru's Pride" clashes with Tadao's "Take-it-Serious" attitude, who knows what will happen next! An unexpected rom-com so pure you can't help but cheer it on!

"On the contrary, I'm curious about my seniors" Shifuji Shido, who is good-looking and literary and martial arts, is a "king of the school" that is recognized by both himself and others. When I looked at the popular junior, Atsouto Okawa, for some reason he liked it!? I'm swayed by younger handsome guys!

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Ametani, who lives in the end of his life hoping to die, is called by a beautiful girl and is invited to "destroy the world together" ...!? 死ぬことを願いながら、終わった人生を生きている雨谷はとある美少女に呼び出され、「一緒に世界を滅ぼそう」と誘いを受けることになるのだが…!?

A sudden encounter at a college welcome party ignites an instant spark in Yori when he's disarmed by the gentle smile of the diligent Rei. What starts as a simple crush quickly consumes Yori, his desire to be close to Rei intensifying with every passing day, even into his subconscious as vivid, tactile dreams. Then, after a night of revelry, Yori returns to an unbelievable sight: Rei, slumbering peacefully in his bed. This must be the ultimate dream, a chance to finally explore every forbidden sensation. The warmth of Rei's skin, the soft rhythm of his breath, it's all so incredibly real. The line between fantasy and truth shatters in Yori's mind, only to be utterly obliterated by Rei's invitation. Prepare for a passionate college romance charting the unexpected twists between a popular student and his seemingly pure-hearted object of affection.

The ocean covers about 70 percent of the earth’s surface—a whole world, yet unknown to humanity…and in its depths a nation, thousands of meters beneath the waves. There, the mermaid Jo has been whiling away her days in peace. But that tranquility is shattered when her friend Ryuu is imprisoned for breaking the gravest of undersea laws: Their existence must be kept hidden from the people above. But why would Ryuu let the secret slip? And who did she tell? The curtain rises on Jo’s adventure to save her friend—and on a story of love…?!

Gustav Bauer, a renowned painter of the world of 12, is called upon by Queen Ephedra to paint her royal portrait. However, the Queen's plans go far beyond what she could have imagined. Involved unwillingly in a dark plan, the artist will realize that fate is cruel and that his destiny will lead him to enter history in a way he had never imagined.

A love between two people who don't know each others faces. A short story full of excitement!

A 29-year-old single woman! Become Hyangdan in Chunhyangjeon of the Joseon Dynasty! The ordinary protagonist, Mo-rae Lee, wondered if she should be in a relationship, but the uncomfortable gazes around her bothered her, and her friends also got married one by one. On a gloomy night, while reading her mobile novel, 'Gwanghallu Romance', which is said to make her love come true, she opened her eyes to the Joseon Dynasty! Lee Mong-ryong? Everyone knows Lee Mo-rae not as Chun-hyang, but as her maid, Hyang-dan... A story that seems to flow differently from the existing Chunhyangjeon. The strange relationship between the two families and the secrets of Mongryong and Bangja are unknown. In the Joseon Dynasty, the only smartphone to rely on is a strange choice like a dating simulation game. What kind of romance can she, who was her mother's solo mother, find in the Joseon Dynasty?

Masato works as a chef at a local restaurant. During one of his breaks, he had a chance encounter with one of his schoolmates, Mitsukuni, who accidentally spills coffee on his lap. In a rush, Mitsukuni immediately leaves, passively giving Masato a cleaning fee and an irritable temper. Worse, Masato's wallet gets in Mitsukuni's briefcase, which had all of his money and keys. As fate would have it, the two meet again later on at the restaurant Masato works at. While Masato perfectly remembers Mitsukuni during their high school days, Mitsukuni barely remembers the former. When Masato's home ends up catching fire, Mitsukuni is nagged by Masato's co-workers to take him in. Now that the two are living together, certain things come to light and unfold between them.

The cunning and lovely transfer student, Satou-kun’s secret ends up being found out by the studious girl, Suzuki…?

A oneshot guide on how to make a losing heroine win.

"Aren't you enjoying your punishment too much?" "Ha-euk! Ah! Good, good...! There, too, hngh, feels so good! Ungh!" Expecting the pleasure to come, the word she uttered was "good." That word ignited Sungbaek even more. He had been holding back a little, but seeing her enjoy it so much... He realized how foolish his gentle lovemaking had been, thinking he was being considerate of her. "You should've said something sooner."

Surely a Happy Ending / 반드시 해피엔딩 This is the story of a late budding romance, faced with danger and a life at stake. Yeon-Woo and Seon-Jae have a marriage agreement that lasts 100 days. On the day that marriage ended, Seon-Jae suddenly passed away. At that time, their ‘real’ marriage has only just begun. Yeon-Woo, who is swept in sorrow, is given a chance to return 100 days back in time and she decided to prevent the death of her husband.

Ayuta, a ronin with hopes of attending Geidai, fell in love on a packed train. Depicting his tempestuous and heartbreaking love with Haruhi, a psychiatrist eight years his senior, is this manga adaptation of the Naoki Award winning Murayama Yuka's best seller!

"Beside a view like this, who would you want to share the aroma of coffee with...?"

There was a young lady from an influential family that was famous for being a sloth. It was said that if she could lay down, she would not sit; and if she could sit, she would not stand. There was a young master from an influential family who was educated, talented, and had unparalleled good looks. However, the best-among-men young master was rumored to have an unmentionable disease?! Yang Zhaojun only wished to become a chamber's sloth, but unfortunately for her, the Gods had other plans. With a smile, she captivated the young master's heart. Would Zhaojun be willing to spend the rest of her life with him?

Thief Jin Tonic seeks the mysterious treasures known as "The Three Hearts". One night a mysterious woman falls from the sky claiming to be an escaped Princess from a sacked castle. As fate would have it, she has one of The Hearts. But is she really who she says she is? And will Jin Tonic let her live to fulfill her mission?

What do you spend the time left of your life when it's measured in heartbeats? This is the story of Hato Iijima and Hatsu Takagi, connected to each other by a rare disease called "Tempocardy".

In an office full of complicated romances, Lee Jaehee's work life has been hell. It doesn't help when her good-looking best friend, the former pro gamer Shin Seonjae, starts working on her team and earns a lot of unwanted attention. As rumors about him abound, ghosts from Seonjae's past come back to haunt him, and Jaehee is eager to help him. But there's only so much she can do against stalkers and gossip! Besides, she already has her hands full dealing with her growing feelings for Seonjae.

Amane, a high school boy with a high pitch voice, is part of a radio club. In this, he is forced by his dear senpai, Watanabe, to read erotic scripts in order to please her fantasies.

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The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. The sexual awakening of the late-bloomer demon at work! Usui Yukio, or "Yukioni, as called by his co-workers, is known and acknowledged for his strict work ethics within the company. Ever since having a one-night stand with his colleague Hikasa Youichi, he's become a lecherous man who gets off at having bareback sex during work...?! No longer able to focus at work and wants to be spoiled over and over...

Please enjoy the Yandere lady anthology comic brought to you by a gorgeous writing team! ・Original story: Kotoko ・Artwork: Hachi Yatsuhashi ・Original story: Kotoko ・Artwork: Hiiragi MeI ・Original story: Chiyuki Yanagida ・Artwork: Kaname Hanamiya ・Original story: Konno Jun ・Illustration: Akisato Shino ・Original work: Yura Sakurabi ・Illustration: Agu Ao

Geonwoo is a bodyguard who works on the security team for the idol group Magnum. He doesn’t really have any complaints about his job, except for one person who keeps getting on his nerves: Doyoon. Throughout his career in the industry, Geonwoo has never met a more irritating idol who seems ungrateful to his fans. Doyoon is simply a brat with a pretty face, in Geonwoo’s opinion, which is why he never intended to get mixed up with Doyoon in any personal way… So how did they end up in bed together?

Former prince with the memory of previous life x former commoner without memory. “Do you still love me, now that you are reborn?” Hiroto, a college student, has memories of his “previous life”. He used to be the heir to the throne. He was deeply in love with a commoner man. Then, that day, their love was ruthlessly torn apart. Ever since he regained his memories, when he still was a child, Hiroto has been searching for his beloved Mika in this world. He vows that this time, they will find happiness together. Fate brings them together once again, but Mika’s reincarnation, Kou, has no memory of his previous life… A reincarnation BL story drowning in past sins and passion!

As a young college student, Jiwon just wants to play video games, study, and...secretly date an older woman who already has a boyfriend?! Nobody knows about the affair, until an attractive upperclassmen named Yuhyeon catches them. He asks Jiwon on a date to keep it secret but, one night becomes much more…

Caitlin and her boss, David, are not only secretary and employer, but lovers, as well. When she met him four months ago, Caitlin quickly fell under the spell of his charm. But David only wanted a sweet, temporary affair with no complications. How can there be a future for them when they want such different things?

Yuuki Hase desperately wants to be friends with Kaori Fujimiya, the girl in class who seems to always be alone. Just when he thinks they've hit it off, she tells him her secret: Every week, her memories reset. Yuuki resolves to befriend her as many times as it takes, but is he prepared for how much it will hurt to be one-week friends...?

Sumida Uta was supposed to start a new phase of her life with her husband, Kimi-kun, in their newly built house... but Kimi-kun passed away from an accident soon after. Those around her have been trying to help her move on by telling her that she's still young and that she should start moving forward with her new life. But right now, she just can't seem to imagine that happening. And that's because Kimi-kun is still in their house with her! She has lost her dearest husband but after remembering her dream of opening a restaurant, she begins to work on her new life with the help of her (ghost) husband!

Ten years ago, the frustrated Gu Zhuoyan met Zhuang Fanxin, a bright ray of sunshine. Zhuoyan was healed, and Fanxin was moved- but their mutual interest ended due to the distance between them. Ten years later, Gu Zhuoyan finds himself on a blind date with the one that got away. All the feelings he had long sealed away in the depths of his heart awake once again, but how will he win back the heart of his old flame?

In 2002, the scientific journal Nature reported that the human Y chromosome was degrading. The degradation of the Y chromosome, carried only by males, resulted in a sharp decline in the male birthrate. The year is 20XX. Today, humanity is composed of ninety percent women, and only ten percent men.

On the behalf of his twin sister, Tsuzumi, Chikage asks Issei out, a popular honor student at his school. Not wanting Issei to date his sister, he approaches him hoping to get rejected. To his shock and dismay, Issei accepts the confession! Furious, Chikage plays along and the two start going out—all while pretending to be Tsuzumi. As their relationship progresses, Chikage learns more about the unexpected sides of Issei, and little by little, he begins to let his guard down around him. Then one day, Chikage discovers the truth behind his confession...!

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A collection of Shimazu Kyouko's short stories filled with human drama.