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-“I’ll treasure you like no other, my bride.” The Hinowa Empire is protected by the dragon god. Since ancient times, the Shiryu Family has served as the empire’s protectors, offering a “bride” to appease the dragon god every one hundred years. Although she is called the dragon god’s bride, she is, in truth, an offering; a sacrifice. Chiyo, taken in by the Shiryu Family to fulfill this role, endures constant abuse from her family, clinging to the hope of escaping through the sweet release of being devoured by the dragon god. But when the dragon god finally appears, he doesn’t devour her. Instead, he embraces her and vows to cherish her. Follow Chiyo’s journey as she transforms from a sacrificial offering to the beloved wife of the dragon god in this sweet romantic fantasy. *Source: MangaPlaza*
I was so successful that my jealous fiance called off our engagement. But who is this handsome man I met at my new office…? *Source: MangaPlaza*
Jill and Aiden Morse are having a rough relationship, but when Aiden forgets his daughter's first birthday, can you blame her for getting upset? Aiden's been on autopilot since his daughter was born, but things begin to look up for the family after Aiden has a near-death experience. Thanks to a plane crash—or train crash, depending on when you ask him—Aiden's lost his memory…but has been given a new start. Is the new Aiden man enough to save his marriage, or will Jill's divorced friend Eric Lindstorm offer up a better alternative?
Phelix was forced to get married at the age of 18 because of her tyrant father. She met her husband-to-be, Nathan Mallory, for the first time at the registrar. He was 10 years older than her, tall and sophisticated, and she soon fell in love. But what awaited them after getting married was a cruel betrayal by her father, and she still remembers the stormy night when her father raped her mother! The man’s cruel acts continue to haunt her, threatening to destroy her own marriage…
Town favorite Gabe isn't exactly thrilled when college student Elizabeth accosts him for an interview about his "heroic deeds" after she reads about one of them in the local newspaper. But her stunning red hair catches Gabe's interest, and how he longs to see her pale skin flushed from his touch! So he proposes a tantalizing deal: he'll answer one question... for each kiss she gives him!
Kathy met handsome Italian Sandro when she was 22. He succeeded in passionately encouraging the naturally shy Kathy to sleep with him. That one sultry night, when they each abandoned their inhibitions, ended up in Kathy becoming pregnant. When she told Sandro about it, all she got was his cold, irresponsible reply. Fast-forward six years: an unexpected encounter with Sandro at a party unsettles Kathy, especially when he invites her to sleep with him again as if nothing had ever happened! Once his warm hands touch hers, though, she repeats the same mistake as if put under a spell…
Collection of One-Shots: This anthology features works from several of our star mangaka; works are summarized as follows: "Kokoro wa Kimi ni Yorishimono wo ~ My Heart Returns to You" by TOUEN Momo Plagued by a strange illness of the heart, the lord Naritsune is saved by the divinator Yuzuki. Naritsune is so impressed by his supernatural abilities that he asks Yuzuki to work for him. Unfortunately, word of those powers spreads to the imperial palace… "Kanariya ~ Canary" by TOUEN Momo Sakuya cannot forget his now deceased lover so he drowns himself in pleasure at the hands of others. His favorite distraction is Taichi, but things get complicated as Taichi continues to question Sakuya’s wandering attention. "I Give Up!" by UTSUNOMIYA Hiyoko Will this desperate student council president finally be able to get his best friend to understand the feelings he’s held for him since middle school? Or is he going to get caught up in the snare of those who would wish him harm first…? (WARNING: This piece contains scenes of attempted rape)
One dance When Paige Donald buttons up her silk bridesmaid dress she feels beautiful for the first time in years -- giving her the courage to take deliciously dangerous Valentino Lombardi's hand on the dance floor. One kiss Paige spends one incredible night with Valentino. Until the cold light of dawn reminds her she's a single mom with a daughter who really needs her care. As the sun rises she creeps away. One baby! Then Valentino arrives as the new surgeon at her hospital, with his playboy reputation in tow! But the bombshells don't stop here -- now Paige must tell Valentino she's expecting his baby....