Lyra, a consort later spoken of in legend, was originally a princess of the Wa Kingdom. Captured through a conspiracy, she was forced into the harem of the Daryl Empire. However, in this harem, there was a path to release if she refrained from bearing children for several years! She found hope and resolved to avoid getting close to the Sultan, aiming for her term of service to end. But she was immediately tested by the Empress and provoked by arrogant consort candidates. Lyra overcame numerous predicaments, demonstrating the intelligence and innate cheerfulness cultivated by her parents. Gradually, she became beloved by those around her, even showing glimpses of her potential as a wise ruler… But as a result—why did she end up rising to the top and being treated as a favorite concubine?! (Source: Kadokawa, translated)

1. **Uchuu no Koji: Star Child** (宇宙の孤児 スターチャイルド) 2. **Ai ni Jikan wo** (愛に時間を) 3. **Tooi Yobigoe** (遠い呼び声) 4. **Sabre Tiger** (サーベル・タイガー) 5. **Seibutsusai** (生物祭) 6. **Merry Stella-gou no Nazo** (メリー・ステラ号の謎) 7. **Seikaiju** (世界樹) 8. **Acchuuma no 50 Nen** (刹那の50年)

A kakioroshi one-shot included in *Hoshino Yukinobu -Debut 45 Shuunen Kinen-* (星野之宣 ―デビュー45周年記念―). In celebration of Yukinobu Hoshino's 45th anniversary since debuting as a mangaka, he and his friend Daijiro Morohoshi collaborated to have their most famous characters finally meet!

Momoka is a capable worker who loves her job. But at home, she's completely devoid of glamour! Convenience store food is fine, and tracksuits are her everyday attire. In this state, she fatefully reunites with her childhood friend, who has grown into a handsome young man. He's opening a restaurant where he can make delicious, healthy, and beautiful dishes using his knowledge of medicinal cuisine. In fact, he's head over heels in love with Momoka, and he forcefully selects her to be his taste tester... Momoka's confused feelings, fatigue, and pre-illnesses are all resolved at once by the exquisite food and the effects of medicinal cuisine! A radiant smile blossoms within her. (Source: Kadokawa, translated)