Sweet Thorn

1-6) Te wo Tsunaide, Sora wo Haruya, a magazine article writer, is constantly frustrating his editors with his lack of inspiration. His calm, quiet life is spent in a house away from the city. However, upon meeting a shy boy undressing on the beach, their lives become linked. An unusual relationship follows that will ultimately be beneficial for the both of them. 7-9) Kiss me, Daddy/ Make Me Happy/ Walkin' on the Moon Shiba owns a small software firm. Naomi, who works there part-time as he studies at the university, is comfortable with his homosexuality. So, despite Shiba's being 36 years old, Naomi can't help but be attracted to his boss! But, does Shiba feel the same way? (Also included in Make Me Happy) 10) Fade Morikawa has arrived in his professional career, however his vindictive ex decides to spoil it by revealing that Morikawa is gay. Luckly, Higa, a coworker, is there to help Morikawa. But does Higa have more motives beyond a business relationship? 11) Closed Takashi wants Yuu, his classmate from University, to love him. Unfortunately, the only way Takashi can think to win Yuu's heart is through drugging and raping him. Will Stockholm syndrome work in his favor or will Yuu leave Takashi for good? 12) Echo Night Akito has an interesting night with his client Shirou. After multiple rounds of steamy sex Shirou promises to take Akito with him as part of their role play. However, was he only joking? 13) Secret Kei and Subaru visit Maki and Haruya again. Maki is concerned about Haruya and Kei's former relationship and Subaru tries to help him feel better.

A collection of short stories. Chapter 1, 2, & 3 - Shiba owns a small software firm. Naomi, who works there part-time as he studies at the university, is comfortable with his homosexuality. So, despite Shiba's being 36 years old, Naomi can't help but be attracted to his boss! But, does Shiba feel the same way? Chapter 4: Flower Maze – Hino-san, a disillusioned salaryman, ends his relationship with his male lover to give in to the 'safe' choices of an overseas transfer and arranged marriage. Takashi, a would-be jewelry designer, fights to reclaim their relationship, unwilling to let Hino-san go. Chapter 5 Sleepless & 6 Breathless - After turning 20, Hiroyuki discovers that he has an older step brother, Akira. When Hiroyuki begins to feel attracted to Akira, he isn't sure what to do. What will it take for Hiroyuki to win the affections of his straight and clueless step brother? Chapter 7 Snow Tale - When Hiromu picks up Kouta half frozen in the snow, he never thought it'd lead to a relationship. When a crazy ex-boyfriend shows up, ready to attack, what will happen to the new couple? (Source: Liquid Passion)