Collection of oneshots: **1) Indecent Encouter** by Haruka Minami **2) We Will Love** by Kana Mizuki **3) Go! Conflict Management Unit** by Tsubaki Mikage **4) The Pale and Wavering Sketch** by Waka Sagami **5) The Summer and the Nostalgia** by Yukimura **6) The Proper Way to Raise a Pet** by Ruiko **7) Pretend Lovers - Secret Slave** by Aya Shouoto **8) Getting Along** by Nanao Okuda **9) We Have a Hero in Our Hearts** by Terako Tsukimoto **10) Spiteful Cooking** by Naduki Koujima A continuation of a side story included in [Our Kingdom](https://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=1111). **11) Neko Samurai - Ocean Barrier** by Danji Kyushu **12) The Troubles of Kurashina-sensei** by Natsuho Shino A chapter in the first volume of [Kurashina Sensei's Passion](https://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=1681). **13) Thief x Thief** by Homerun Ken Also published in [Clan of the Nakagamis](https://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=3097) **14) Our Relationship** by Naduki Koujima A continuation of the story of two secondary characters from [Our Kingdom](https://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=1111). **15) Loving Boys Boarding School** by Danji Kyushu **16) Here in Magic Land** by Hirono Suzuhara **17) Rabbit Ear Kindergarten** by Yogorouta Kamei A short story that was also published in [Tsuki ni Ookami ](https://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=2064). **18) Shadows of the Forest by the Quiet Lakeside** by Sakyou Yozakura

The Kozuki family was granted the Black Dragon's blessing, allowing them to heal the sick and purify impurity with their voices alone. But Ayame's life shatters after her parents' death, leaving her at the mercy of her cruel aunt and uncle, who tortured her until she lost her voice. As their daughter, Mari, rises to become the new priestess, Ayame is offered as a sacrifice to the Black Dragon. "Why do I have to die like this? Please help me!" In response to her desperate plea, the Black Dragon appears as a striking man and takes her hand, whisking her away to his realm. Chosen to be the bride of the Black Dragon Saku, Ayame finds herself in the enchanting Black Dragon Manor, suspended between the heavens and the human world. But jealousy ignites in Mari, who vows to reclaim Saku and make Ayame suffer once more. (Source: Pocket Comics)

Although he is a talented modern dancer, Regis is plowing through a creative slump for his dance troupe's Christmas performance. But, no matter what he does, Regis can't perform to his perfectionist standards. Frustrated, Regis first lashes out at his dance partner and then seeks the bodily comfort of his step-brother, fellow dancer, roommate Yuui. Intertwined with Yuui's life and body, can Regis find a release from his past and pain? This volume also includes stories about members in Regis and Yuui's dance troupe. (Source: Futekiya) *Note: Includes one extra chapter.*

In the year 2031, in which elementary school student Yuma Ashihara participates in a beta test of the world's first full-dive VRMMO-RPG called "Actual Magic (AM)", only to lose consciousness while playing and wake up in a world where the game and reality have merged. A death game then unfolds in "mixed reality." (Source: Crunchyroll)

In a world where humanity battles monsters with powerful weapons called Relics, Hinata Asahi is the ultimate underdog at Valkyria Academy, a school for training warriors. Mocked for his relic, a gimmicky suit that looks like a comic book costume, and bullied by classmates, no one knows it holds a secret. The more he is pushed down, the stronger it becomes. Driven by his father’s legacy, Hinata forges new friendships and pushes past every obstacle. With unwavering determination, can he rise to become one of the academy’s strongest? *Source: WEBTOONS*

“I will become the world’s most wonderful maid!” With her skirt fluttering in black and white, the girl shouted. Her name is Melody. A reincarnated former Japanese girl, she now pursues her dream in her new life, working as an all-purpose maid for a poor count’s family in the kingdom of Théolas. When she makes it, even cheap tea turns into a luxury brew, and a dilapidated mansion is quickly restored to new! Cleaning, serving, hunting, DIY—leave it all to her and her powerful magic. Unbeknownst to Melody, this world is actually an otome game, and she is the most powerful and invincible heroine, the saint! Yet, she remains oblivious to this fact. Romance with handsome men? Attacks by the Demon Lord? Work comes first! A fantasy of misunderstood work that unknowingly shatters destiny! (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)

Alice Kagami is an ordinary high school girl who doesn't really get her friend Tamami's obsession with idol games. There's more to life than handsome digital boys, dating sims, and mini-games, right? But then, Tamami is "chosen" as one of the top idol fangirls in the country and gets drawn into the game — and hapless Alice gets pulled in too! Between dealing with the mismatched members of her idol group to intense pressure to spend real money on gachas, how is a total idol game newbie supposed to take them to the top? (Source: TOKYOPOP)

In the Miyawaki Yukino no Kessakushuu series: 1) Kimi wa Field no Kaze 2) 1/2000-byou Dreaming (Nisenbun no Ichibyou Dreaming) 3) Heart ni Whistle!

Luke Witharia Gilbert was destined to be the arrogant villain of a fantasy tale, but he was undone by his own pride and easily defeated by the hero. But when he’s reborn with full knowledge of how the story ends, Luke decides to take his fate into his own hands. Determined to survive this time, he sets aside his hubris and dedicates himself to training in earnest. His efforts shake the future in unexpected ways—quickly enlisting his sword instructor and even captivating a brilliant young lady from a noble family. In this version of the story, the bad guy might just come out on top! (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)

*Adaptation of Laclos' "Dangerous Liaisons" by Shibata Yukihiro (Takarazuka Dance Co.)* The beautiful young nobleman, the viscount Valmont, and Lady Meltuieu, amuse themselves with a risky game of love. The two wear masks lying that they are in love but only end up hurting each other. A forbidden love story that takes place in 19th century high society Paris.

"Won't you have any regrets about breaking off our engagement?" Lady Daisy, the Marquess' daughter, is engaged to Prince Freddie and works hard to become the future queen. One day, Freddie catches an unknown disease. Aside of Daisy's desperate nursing and praying, a saint named Lula comes and saves Freddie. Freddie falls in love with the saint and starts saying that he has found "true love"! He easily dumps Daisy and becomes engaged to Lula. Once her engagement is broken, Daisy's story of fate begins...! This is a story of reclaiming one's life and destiny triggered by a broken engagement. (Source: Coolmic)