Warning! This is a collection of seriously scary tales! A mysterious day in a certain town. The price of a promise. The desire to accelerate the progress of mankind. This collection of tales explores the strange possibilities of our reality. Warns against overambitious desires, and reminds us why horror opens our eyes to the wider world. It’s sure to send a chill down your spine! (Source: Shogakukan Asia) Included Stories: 1. **Seguchi-san** (セキグチさん, Mr. Sekiguchi by Isao Sakamoto) 2. **Luna-chan to Yubikiri** (ルナちゃんとユビキリ, A Pinky Promise with Luna by Rei Nanase) 3. **Kindan no Hyakumonogatari** (禁断の百物語, A Hundred Forbidden Stories by Eiko Komuro) 4. **Utsuro no Shoumen** (虚ろの正面, In The Face of Emptiness by Mayumi Yokoyama) 5. **Sakana no Namida** (魚の涙, Tears of Fish by Junko Nose) 6. **Jigoku no Bishounen** (地獄の美少年, The Handsome Young Man from Hell by Ryouko Mizoguchi) 7. **Shiroi Hako** (白い箱, The White Box by Kyuuko Morooka) 8. **Mushi ni Negai wo** (虫に願いを･･･, Wish Upon an Insect by Wakana Makihara) 9. **Sangeki no Yakata** (惨劇の館, The House of Tragedy by Kirara Himekawa)

A true genius, Beethoven stands as one of the greatest musical minds the world has ever seen with such famous works as his Symphony No. 9 ("Ode to Joy") and the classic "Fur Elise." The onset of deafness was only one of many hardships he had to face, but his strength and desire to do battle with his turbulent life led him to create the many musical masterpieces we cherish today. Celebrate Beethoven's amazing life with Astro Boy at your side! Astro Boy is ready to show you how Beethoven created some of the most beautiful music in history while struggling with his own personal highs and lows. Watch the story behind this genius and his amazing musical work come to life right before your eyes.

The knight from a noble family suddenly made a marriage proposal to me! He probably wants to get rid of me as soon as possible, so I'll have to work hard to make a baby! A love story between a common magic healer and an awkward noble knight. (Source: MangaPlaza)

I know I shouldn’t be falling in love, but I just can’t help it. Chikako, who had dreamt of going on a luxurious world cruise since she was a child, finally makes her dream come true. During her trip she is rescued from an accident by Masato, the CEO of the cruise company. She ends up staying in his suite and getting taken care of. Masato is the perfect gentleman, teaching her how to dance and showing her kindness, and Chikako’s heart can’t help but be drawn to him. However, out of the blue, he says, “I’d like to make a business transaction with you.” *Source: MangaPlaza*

In modern Japan, strange things are happening to a high school student named Kanon. A recent incident has left her traumatized, and now she hears voices. Next thing she knows, she's in a strange world, with an odd man as her only guide. (Source: Mangamo)

ROBBER BRIDE Our story takes place in medieval England, where Simon, second son of the de Burgh family, has grown tired of peaceful days. "At least let me take on some robbers...." And just as he wishes, he is assailed by a band of thieves during his journey. In an unexpected attack, he and his men are taken prisoner! Even more surprising, the leader of the thieves is revealed to be a woman! Having never suffered such humiliation in his life, Simon trembles with fury. But at the same time, he slowly falls for her charm.... [English publication via Renta!](https://www.ebookrenta.com/renta/sc/frm/item/58196/)

MY LORD BE BURGH Stephen, the drunkest, most womanizing member of the de Burgh family, has everything he could ever ask for. But his father orders him to leave during a blizzard to escort Mistress Brighid to see her inheritance. The job is annoying enough, but to make it worse, the lady in question hides her hair in a wimple and wears a perpetual scowl. The two can't possibly understand each other, and yet a passion akin to destiny constantly burns between them.

==Volume 01== The sixth brother of the de Burgh family, Reynold, is determined to leave the Campion castle. Seeing all his brothers get married one after another is growing painful. He knows it is impossible for him to be happy like them. The ones who come to see him off are the L'Estrange sisters, who are rumored to be witches. Their prophecy states, “Reynold will slay the dragon and then save the damsel in distress.” While he thinks the statement is ridiculous, the village he reaches happens to have a dragon that protects a treasure, and the beautiful daughter of the manor, Sabina, has started looking for help! ==Volume 02== In the middle of a journey, Reynold de Burgh, a knight, happens upon a village that's being attacked by a dragon. When the head woman of the village, Lady Sabina, begs him to help, he swears on his honor to exterminate the dragon. But is the real danger to Sabina the earnest knight himself, who sets her heart aflame? She can't allow herself to be drawn to him... He's a wolf much more dangerous than the dragon. After all, at some point he must leave and marry a woman suitable to the nobility. And what of the dragon, whose cries they hear and whose fiery breath they can see, but whose true form is a mystery? Will the dragon ever show its face to them...?

Kayla can't believe she is sitting next to the gorgeous Matt on this airplane. In high school she was a geek, while Matt was very popular with girls. One fateful day long ago, he told her that she'd be very beautiful when she grew up and kissed her. But then Matt got married to another woman. Yet they are now heading to the Bahamas together to retrieve her grandmother and Matt's father, who have suddenly run off. Kayla's heart has been fluttering ever since she saw Matt, who has grown up and become even more attractive. What will become of them now that they are on a trip to an island known for romance? (Source: Renta!)

Shi-chan grew up surrounded by her parents' love and the warm care of the neighbors around her. Her dining table is always full of wonderful meals— curry rice, scorched rice, monkfish hotpot, yakitori, and more. It all tastes even better when it's shared with family. Come enjoy this warm, comforting book at your own table. (Source: emaqi)

Bullied and persecuted by her step-sister, she woke up from an accident to find everything had changed. The plot to kill her backfired, which caused her step-sister to lie unconscious in a coma. Now she is forced to take her sister's place to marry the man who had once loved her, but now angrily scorns her. (Source: Bilibili, translated)