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Izumi is a girl with a strange disease that causes her to bleed from all over her body. Even without any malicious intent, she turns the classroom bloody red. Her classmates nicknamed her "Blood Girl" and teased her every day. However, the mysterious power that resides in her hides an unexpected way of revenge....... Seven short-stories based on the themes of inferiority, disgust, and discomfort associated with the body. All of them are accompanied by raw intensity and rage until the dramatic ending! The book contains elements of romance, science fiction, suspense, and more, but each story is unique in its own way. A masterpiece of horror short stories by the genius Jun Nishikawa! (Source: Office Man, translated)
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Hanako Nakamura, apprentice chef who worked at the famous restaurant in Yokohama's Chinatown, Manten restaurant, aspires to be number one chef in her village. One day he meets the ghost of a concubine, concubine of Emperor Xuanzong's favorite, who taught her to make delicious fried rice. How is the taste of the fried rice that was created by a concubine who knew her tastes and girl that are always full of spirit?
When I woke up I was in France from a 150 years ago... Asahi, a second high school year student with a bit of a mother complex, suddenly finds himself in the late 19th century? Despite his doubts, he embarks on a journey that could change the history of art!
Kotobuki has been asked to handle a meeting with her company's business partner. But their sales agent, who is extremely handsome by the way, turns out to be none other than Tsuzuki, Kotobuki's high school classmate from 8 years ago! Back then, everyone knew him as the heir to a large corporation, and he was incredibly popular, always surrounded by girls. By comparison, Kotobuki was modest and unassuming. She absolutely dreaded dealing with Tsuzuki, who would often pick on her. Though terrified at first, as Kotobuki continues working with Tsuzuki, she realizes that he's changed. Could this be the budding of an unexpected romance? (Source: MangaPlaza)
The world is filled with supernatural objects that house distortions of the world called “Vanits.” Shin Karamori wields one such artifact—an azure sword that granted his wish to live and gave him incredible combat abilities yet curses all those around him. Karamori throws himself body and soul into fighting bloody battles involving Vanits, accompanied by an artificial young girl named Archive, whose fate is dictated by a certain book. Karamori fights to save an important figure from his past, and he'll do anything to make it happen, even if that means Archive losing her life. When the tragic pair meets a high school girl, the wheels of fate rapidly start to spin. But is the future awaiting them one of annihilation...or something else? (Source: Yen Press) *Note: Winner of the Gold Prize in the 30th Dengeki Novel Taisho.*
Contains the following stories: \- Itsuka Konna Hi Ga (いつかこんな日が) \- Hitori de Kurasu Riyuu 一人で暮らす理由 \- Kugatsu -September- (9月-September-) The volume comprises 3 short stories. The first one has a slight supernatural element to it, but is primarily centered on the relationship between a father and son. I feel obligated to add (as a just-in-case) that there are absolutely no incestuous undertones in this story. Next, we have a story that's kind of philosophical at points when it touches upon the interrelations between humans and existence. The last story is on friendship, growth and love. It delves lightly into the background of the previous story's protagonist, Karino Yoshihito, as well. Karino Yoshihito is a character who also appears in "Mizu ga Kooru ni Naru Toki" and "The Another Ocean".
Holy maidens protect the world from "Impurities," monsters born from negative emotions in people. Rena Retalie trains hard every day to become a holy maiden, but her powers are weak. She feels like a failure, and now that her training is completed, she's been dispatched to the boonies. Her family is so disappointed in her, they don't even care about her anymore... Rena feels all alone until one day, she meets the knight-to-be Yulie who's also at the bottom of his class. He volunteers to be her personal knight, saving her from having to team up with a total stranger. Both nervous and excited, the two head off on their journey, but things are harder than they thought they'd be...!! Keep reading for a fantasy that will show you that a tight bond between people might even change the fate of the world!! (Source: Renta)
*"I want you to be my wife and the mother of this child."* One day, Sapphire comes across David, a little boy with amnesia, and she takes him into her care. Despite not being a real family, they live happily together until Duke Krist Galbraith, the police chief, appears on her doorstep, claiming to be David's father. Upon seeing David's reluctance to leave Sapphire, Krist proposes marriage to her. However, Sapphire harbors a secret she cannot share with anyone. If it is revealed, not only will Krist divorce her, but she could also face immediate execution! (Source: POCKET COMICS) *Note: Includes one extra chapters.*
A collection of 5 stories: **Story 1:** Magical Scramble: Ninomiya Sora and her boyfriend, Hinase Hoshi, go to a fortune teller, and the fortune teller tells Sora that she will lose the one she loves. Soon after, a mysterious stranger snatches Sora away in a midst of playing cards! **Story 3:** High School Scramble + Bonus: Sora and her friends are finally graduating, but the day before the graduation ceremony her grandfather and Hoshi's mother tell her she has to pass a special test. If she fails, she will repeat junior high school. **Story 4:** Sassy Boy: China and her friends go to the beach for vacation. While there, they attempt to hook up with boys. Will they succeed?