After leaving a night party, Arisa Tanaka suddenly falls into a world she’s never seen before. In this world, anyone without magical power, especially people from another world,has only one fate: to live as a slave. Before she can even protest this cruel reality, Arisa is sold off and handed over to Prince Diethardt, the cold and battle-hardened second prince, as his personal plaything. “If it’s you I’m dealing with… I don’t need to hold back.” Caught in the twisted affection of a man who has never known love, Arisa’s destiny begins to spiral into darkness… https://ebookjapan.yahoo.co.jp/books/881758/A006543558/

A mother struggling with the education of her second child. A mother unable to stop her husband's abuse of their child. A mother raising a child while suffering from a memory disorder. A mother who has a child who is deaf. A mother who gave birth at the age of 15. A heartwarming and moving collection of short stories about mothers and their children facing various worries and hardships. (Source: Kodansha, translated)

Apparently, one in four couples getting married in Japan now have a "shotgun wedding"! A baby arrives unexpectedly, bringing joy but also a lot of anxiety. But there's also an extraordinary joy and emotion unique to "shotgun weddings"! This omnibus collection compiles the tear-jerking stories of these girls. It also includes a hilarious real-life birth story from a manga artist! (Source: Kodansha, translated)

Based on reader submissions to the Dessert magazine editorial department, this collection features five miraculous, true-to-life love stories. From a three-month-only romance to a seven-year-long first love, this is a collection of masterpieces guaranteed to bring you to tears. (Source: Kodansha, translated) 1. **92 Pon no Bara : 3-kagetsu no Koibito** (92本のバラ～3か月の恋人～) \[Yukari Kawachi\] 2. **Watayuki Letter** (綿雪レター) 3. **Sensei** (先生) 4. **Ayamachi** (あやまち) 5. **Ten no Anata e** (天のあなたへ)

1. **Kusuri Yubi no Uso** (くすり指の嘘) 2. **Yasashii Kareshi no Tsukuri kata** (やさしい彼氏のつくりかた) 3. **Kimi wo Wasurenai** (君を忘れない) 4. **Waka tte Hoshii: 10-dai de Mama ni Natta Onnanoko** (わかってほしい～１０代でママになった女の子) 5. **Anata ni Aeta** (あなたに逢えた)

Terry and Ririka's romance begins with a prank! Terry, who came all the way from Hawaii, intended to meet Makiko, but Makiko was impersonating Ririka, so Ririka ended up being Terry's partner. What will become of this love? (Source: Kodansha, translated)

Meeting your baby, becoming a mother—it's a miracle. A life you longed for, a life you received unexpectedly. The 280 days with your unborn child are a precious time to deepen the bond between mother and child. This moving anthology supports mothers who want to share the joy and anticipation of pregnancy, and those who want the courage to face the fear of childbirth. It includes five stories on themes such as childbirth while battling cancer and infertility treatment. It also includes stories about sexual concerns during pregnancy. (Source: Kodansha, translated)

"How should I interact with my child?" First-time mothers are always full of anxiety and worries. But don't worry. You're not alone in your struggles... This is an anthology of masterpieces supporting mothers who are working hard for their children's smiles. You'll surely find yourself in the stories of these six mothers who are working hard at raising their children. (Source: Kodansha, translated)

Pairing: Alucard x Integra Story 1 - Alucard changes his form to that of a child to suit his master's appearance. Story 2 - Integra encounters her first vampire. Story 3 - Integra has doubts about her position as the head of Hellsing on her 16th birthday.

KC Dessert Best Selection 2 An anthology of love stories from 6 different authors.