Hitomi, now 33, is an averagely diligent office worker who has tiptoed her way through life avoiding anything that would make her stand out. She has also been dating her younger coworker Takuma for two years. Sure he hasn't popped the question yet and she's getting a little anxious, but otherwise, Hitomi's content with life. Then, one day, news breaks that Takuma is getting married to the young receptionist at work...! Wanting to forget her heartbreak, Hitomi wastes no time and finds a new job with a publisher in their comics division. Problem is, she has to work with explicit romance comics. Oh, and the fact that she's often at the mercy of her passionate editor-in-chief Mr. Adachi, in more ways than one! ...But before she gets used to the rhythm of things (and the butterflies), a married Takuma suddenly shows up, suggesting that they continue meeting discretely...! (Source: MangaPlaza)
Since she was just a child, Lydia was determined as the daughter of a Marquis to do everything in her power to support the royal family. However, everything seems to be changing before her very eyes as her fiance Rogerio begins showing romantic interest in a lowly noble aide to the princess. While ignoring their duties, the two seem to be getting awfully familiar… and yet Lydia seems to only be treated as an antagonist when confronting the situation. Feeling betrayed, her manners and patience have reached their limit…! *Source: MangaPlaza*
Aliche and Orland's engagement contract stipulated that he could have no more than two lovers... Aliche is the heir to the Briator Marquisate, and is engaged to the third prince, Orland. Aliche is disgusted with Orland's philandering nature, so she arranges a meeting to discuss changing his behavior. However, the prince has some unbelievable words for Aliche! (Source: MangaPlaza)
"This time, I'll take my life into my own hands." Maricia, the daughter of a marquis, is shunned by her family because she can't use magic. Her fiancé, Heinrich, was her sole source of support, but she discovers he's having an affair with her stepsister, Cannolina! The shock causes her memories of her previous life in another world as "The Shrouded Black Saintess" to resurface. Manipulated and discarded in this and her previous world, she tries to run away to a life for herself. However, Theodore, a mysterious, handsome man, suddenly appears before her. In dire straights, Maricia can't help but reach out and save him... What will happen to Maricia, who wants to live her life alone in peace, and Theodore, the man who wants to have her under a contractual engagement?! (Source: MangaPlaza)
"Ms. Momoko, just like you promised. Please marry me." Momoko Tetsumiya is a 30-year-old cram school teacher with no time for romance, focusing solely on work. "I'm fine all by myself!" Momoko refuses to let anyone or anything interfere with her carefully laid plans for the future. One day, a hot new teacher straight out of the University of Tokyo throws her off her game. Little does she know, he's a former student of hers from 10 years ago. How did her sweet, innocent student transform into this devilishly handsome man? Now an adult and her equal, he's determined to get her to sign a marriage agreement. Can Momoko navigate this unexpected twist in her life?" (Source: MangaPlaza)
*"Both my career and my love life were going so well...but it all fell apart on my 25th birthday, the day of that fateful incident."* Aiko Miyata may have lost her parents at a young age, but she still grew up with plenty of love in her life from her kind older sister Sae and her doting doctor boyfriend Yuuma Yoshimura. Her happy life seems to be headed toward pure bliss, with Yuuma poised to ask her a very big question at her birthday dinner, when out of nowhere she gets stabbed by a hooded figure. From that day onward, Aiko finds herself mired in a tragedy of epic proportions...! This psychological thriller blurs the lines between love and hate as Aiko struggles to stay afloat. Hard to watch, but even harder to look away... How much can you handle? (Source: MangaPlaza)
The beautiful Shizuku Makita turns heads wherever she goes. However, she harbors a secret she must absolutely keep hidden. Every night, she sleeps next to the rising star and heartthrob, Yuto Itsumi! Shizuku has spent countless nights wrapped in his arms, yet remains uncertain about their relationship. For the sake of Yuto's future, she tries to put an end to these sleepovers, but he refuses! "It has to be you, or...?" A pure yet scandalous love story begins! (Source: MangaPlaza)
“Princess Caroline… you are my destined mate.” Royalty in the Acasia Kingdom is discerned by their gold and silver hair, and elegantly blue eyes. However, the third princess Caroline, born with amber hair and black eyes, is considered a shame for the royal family. She has been locked away in a small villa, being made to do petty work that the maids normally do. One day, her father calls for her… and suddenly Caroline finds herself in the audience of Prince Lienhart, prince of the beastfolk of Toscarna. With his bright white ears and waving tail, he calls to her in excitement. It seems she is to be betrothed to him as his mate?! *Source: MangaPlaza*
*"Would you agree to a lover's contract with me?"* Hikari Nakasawa works in the sales department of her company... and has secretly been infatuated with her boss Mr. Irie, a married man. One day, Hikari finds him looking troubled on the phone... and after taking advantage of the situation, the two sleep together. However, upon leaving the hotel, they happen to be spotted by Suguru Aoyama... a coworker of Hikari's! To keep his mouth shut, Aoyama proposes that Hikari becomes his "fake lover"... what choice does she have? At the same time, Aoyama seems to have some love life matters of his own going on...?! (Source: MangaPlaza)
"Oh no... if he moves his hand like that, I'll...!" Rio Kasugai, an office worker with a knack for fortune-telling, reluctantly does a love fortune for her boss, Shinya Fukamachi, whom she really can't stand. That night, she has a startling dream of her...having sex with him?! This dream makes her hyper-aware of him, and she finds it hard to contain the heat of arousal building within her. Then, one evening after work, the two find themselves getting close, leading to...?! Buckle up for a wild ride of romance, mystery, and suspense with a headstrong office worker and her snide boss! (Source: MangaPlaza)
At 32, Yurika is devastated after discovering that her nearly five-year relationship was, in fact, an affair. Forced to transfer, her new coworker drags her to a welcome party where she catches the eye of a college student sitting across them. Feeling distraught, the calm and cool, Aoi, whisks her away. Despite being ten years younger than her, she gives in to a night of passion with him. Several months later, who walks in but the very man she thought she'd never meet again, Aoi. Will their relationship blossom or will it remain purely friends with benefits? (Source: MangaPlaza)
"Even rational people have their limits." I want him to wrap me in those big, strong arms... Do I really deserve this though? Kotoe and Itsuki are both 36 and met at a matchmaking party. With both thinking seriously about marriage, they agree on some rules for marriage in the form of a "prenup". But there's even a section about "Nightly Affairs"...?! To ensure there will be no problems, they decide to move in together and do a trial run. A love comedy following two adults who want to look before they leap (into marriage)! (Source: MangaPlaza)