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"How do you know how I'll handle you?" After her father's business goes bankrupt, Seohui is left with an unbearable debt. The days that once seemed like they would shine forever vanish, and she’s left floundering in despair and hopelessness. Then one rainy day, Seo Gwangmu appears. "How do you know how I'll handle you?" "You're someone I shouldn’t trust, right?" "No, you can trust me." She knew from the start that he was dangerous. But the tenderness and pleasure he gave— she couldn’t resist. "Do you like it? Your man would never let you down." "W-wait. Slow down. Mmph." "No matter whose arms you're in, don’t forget what you look like right now." Because he might also be the only way out of this hell.

Includes six short stories.Story 1, Forest of the Ice Needles: a middle school student just wants a normal life, but his cultish mother is determined to raise him as she sees fit. Throw in a mysterious boy and some soccer, and you have this enigmatic tale.

A oneshot (promo) adaption of Saadat Hasan Manto's short story "Vo Larki". During the time of partition, when riots in the country are at its peak, a girl catch's Sarindar's interest but she has more to her than she let's on. Will Sarindar be able to catch her true intentions before its too late?

The love between the stiff captain of the Kingsguard and Her Majesty the Queen has many hurdles...? She never thought she would be a queen! Born and raised in the United States, Kelly is suddenly asked by her grandmother's home kingdom to ascend the throne as queen in three weeks. During her studies and lessons in politics to become queen, Devon, the captain of the Kingsguard, was always by Kelly's side as a guard. Tall and handsome, Devon looks like something out of a fairy tale, and the shy Kelly, who is not immune to romance, falls in love with him surprisingly easily. Then, Devon decides to teach Kelly how to dance...?

"I am Soseo. I've come to marry the serpent." Yeonryeo, the serpent was intrigued by the audacious proposal from the rabbit that had wandered into his lair. The boldness of Soseo's declaration amused him, and as he observed the rabbit's playful hops, a thrill of curiosity ignited within him. "Ain't I your destined husband? You should embrace all of me." "The mating of serpents can last from four days to an entire month." With a sly smile, Yeonryeo leaned in, reminding Soseo of the reality that awaited her—a journey filled with both passion and peril. Would the rabbit dare to enter the serpent's world?

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Go Jiwon has been with her loving boyfriend for five years, but there's just one problem with their relationship: their sex life is horrible! Not only is Jiwon terrified to tell him the truth, she's also very shy about sex. Her friend, Park Hanna, is a famous sex blogger who enjoys one-night stands but doesn't let herself get emotionally attached to any man... until she runs into a very special guy. Both girls want to be loved, but will they be able to find the relationships they actually want? A Good Relationship ?kim in-jeong/KAKAO WEBTOON Studio Published by TAPAS ENTERTAINMENT 2023

Minah is struggling with her weight and Yoon is struggling with his feelings for her. (this is part of the 2022 secret romance anthology/short stories/collection)

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I heard about that child's death on the news. Severe bullying from mother-in-law, husband's affair, and friend's betrayal I was abandoned when I was in a miserable state, and I lost my son. Oh please, if only I could go back in time If God gives me another chance to try again, I won't make any mistakes this time. a wife, who was robbed of everything, vows to return to the past and take revenge! "Everystar" is a long-awaited comic story based on the popular work of the novel submission site

Fangs and Favors In the cutthroat world of corporate Japan, Ito Yuka lands a coveted position as executive secretary to the enigmatic President Kawakita. But her dream job quickly turns into a nightmare of impossible demands and late nights. As Yuka struggles to keep up with her ruthless boss, she stumbles upon a chilling secret: President Kawakita is no ordinary man, but a centuries-old vampire! Will Yuka embrace her newfound authority, or will the seductive pull of her vampire boss prove too strong to resist?

As always, a night together solely out of “duty.” This time too, it was supposed to be a cold and emotionless encounter. But because of the scented sachet a concerned maid had sewn into Queen Soyeong’s undergarments, the situation takes an unexpected turn. King Sihyeon, always as cold and rational as a blade of frost, begins to draw closer to the center of the flower like a thirsty beast, like a male intoxicated by a sweet scent. —“Truly, I didn’t expect Her Majesty the Queen to put in so much effort.” —“In return for that effort, tonight I shall play along with you.”

Noa Kiritani, secretary to the president of a major corporation, finds every day working under her gentle and kind boss fulfilling. One day, however, the company president collapses from a sudden but mild stroke. As a result, he steps down as president and assumes the role of company chairman. In his stead, Wataru, his son, takes on the position as company president. Much to Noa's dismay, Wataru is the complete opposite of his father -- he is hardheaded, pompous... a complete monster! On top of that, Wataru pummels Noa with unreasonable request after unreasonable request... can Noa, now secretary to both the company president and the chairman, catch a break?!

In historic Hanyang, Kang Hansu turns to the law to make a living. An unconventional attorney in a land where convention rules all, Hansu is unafraid to take on seemingly unwinnable cases from clients…as long as they have the coin. But as he becomes embroiled in a scandal involving powerful forces that rule the land, the Joseon Attorney will have to band together with a unique cast of characters to ensure that his job - and his life - are safe from harm.

Kate, a building contractor, is surveying an old, remote castle with her wealthy client Sean when a blizzard strikes and they are forced to take shelter. What starts out as desperation to keep warm during the unforgiving storm quickly turns to passion as they give in to their desires. Afterward, they agree that it was a moment of weakness, but neither of them is able to erase what happened from their memory. Even though they promised themselves they would never fall in love…a few months later, Kate discovers she’s pregnant. Should she tell Sean or raise the baby alone?

“I want to live on the wild side for once!” On her thirtieth birthday, Gwen turns to rum to drown her sorrows. Her husband has left her, and though her life revolves around raising her two children, it feels empty lately. What has she accomplished in her life? Her neighbor Spense happens to overhear her drunken mumbling and gives her another birthday present—a hot birthday kiss that awakens a storm in Gwen’s heart! But hunky Spense is a successful entrepreneur, and Gwen’s a plain Jane. She knows the kiss was only a joke, yet she's starting to have feelings for him...

In a noble society where proposals based on family lineage and status are the norm, Grace Shellgrave is determined to pursue a marriage based on love, free from the constraints of family background and social standing. One day, at a masquerade party she attends, she meets Alan, a man who shares her values. The two hit it off and spend a romantic night together, resulting in Grace becoming pregnant with his child. However, it turns out that Alan is actually the son of the Ward family, the long-time rivals of the Shellgrave family. Alan, who cannot allow the child to be used as a pa**, begins to actively pursue Grace. Is his intention solely to secure an heir? Or is it love...? This is the story of two awkward individuals navigating their way through a tentative, budding romance.

When Misty Malone, self-described tomboy who is as stubborn as she is beautiful, goes to small-town Kentucky to attend her sister’s wedding, she meets Morgan Hudson, one of the five famous and handsome “Buckhorn brothers.” Despite the physical chemistry between the two, Misty is determined to never let another man get close to her. But as she spends more time with him, Morgan’s kind and reassuring demeanor has her questioning her resolve. Can the two overcome the secret Misty harbors about her past and admit their feelings to each other?

Okazaki Shimako is an office worker for a fashion company who believes her boyfriend is going to propose to her on Christmas Eve, and is planning on quitting her job. Instead he dumps her by phone right before their date. As she's home trying to understand what has happened her younger sister whom she hasn't seen in 18 years shows upMinori couldn't be more different from her older sister. Shimako is straight-laced while she is wild and a free spirit who sleeps around and lives life fairly full. But Minori needs a place to live, and moves into Shimako's apartment. Just what effect will Minori's appearance have on Shimako's love life? Or is it the other way around?

Mina's an office worker dying to find someone to marry, yet, every time she feels she's met "The One," she gets dumped and called overbearing! One day, her ex-boyfriend Togo, with whom she's had a traumatic past, joins her company. On top of that, he goes around telling everyone they're engaged, as a way to repel the other women at work. Fearful that her marriage potential is dwindling, Mina goes to a mixer party, but a man tries to force her into a hotel against her will. That's when Togo, just passing by, rescues her! He helps her into the hotel so she can rest... and kissing ensues! A rekindling romance between a frisky, bossy guy and a troubled girl desperate to get married!

Rising against adversity, teach bad guys good lessons, and revenge. This is a loser's magnificent transformation! In her previous life, she was a genius well-versed in both medicine and poison before a plane crash ended her life. In this life, she became a first daughter, whose younger sister just snatched her fiancé. Right after entering this world, she found herself drenched in stench and mocked by sisters. Not long ago, her fiancé slapped her in the face, and she died from knocking into a fence. Now that she's here, she won't let those bad guys have their way. Why is the stern-faced lord, AKA, Warlord Yama different from the rumors? Anyway, whoever bullies her shall die! Whoever frames her shall perish! Whoever assassinates her shall face total annihilation!

In the apocalyptic world, Miki Kurebayashi, a female warrior goddess, is reincarnated into the body of a 21st century, unlucky third-rate actress with the same name. On the day of her reincarnation, she uses her supernatural powers to save the number one actor, Sota Hikawa, from a serious accident. Sota, who is cool with everyone, is her savior, and is attracted to the somewhat mysterious Miki, falling in love for the first time in his life. Miki uses her supernatural powers to make this world a better place, becoming an invincible action actress and catching the limelight, while Sota is in love with her. Will their love come to fruition?

The story occurs in a past setting of Korea during the Goryeo or Joseon eras where Hanyang the capital of the Joseon kingdom (Seoul's former name) exists. It concerns a noble, Yoon Seungho wanting Baek Nakyum to continue creating erotic paintings despite his reluctance to do so.

Top 1 is always Lee Suhyeok. Seoha hated that phrase. Because it meant that no matter how hard she struggled, she could never beat Lee Suhyeok. "Just wait and see. This time, I’ll be top of the class." But no matter how many all-nighters she pulled, no matter how desperately she tried, she couldn’t surpass Lee Suhyeok. Pushed to the edge, Seoha came up with a drastic plan... "I like you." "……." "Want to date me?" If ability wasn’t enough, then she’d use other means. She didn’t care if it was underhanded. "I told you—I’d get one problem wrong every time we do it." "No, stop… I want to stop…!" "Really? Then say goodbye to being top again this time." "Ah…" At Suhyeok’s words—saying she’d lose the top rank again—Seoha’s hand, which had been pushing him away, froze midair. Seeing her reaction, Suhyeok brushed his hair back and smirked slightly. "Our Seoha’s going to have to work hard if she wants to be top this time."

Chiharu Yukihira and Sara Hasumi are like family. When Sara's parents died, Chiharu was the one who took her in and helped her achieve anything she wanted. To the young Sara, Chiharu was like a big brother but now all grown up, Sara wanted to be Chiharu's wife. To do that, Sara wanted to be more mature. And it seems like Chiharu is all willing to teach her about it.

Yuki, the visual of a famous dance group channel with over a million subscribers, has a problem. That is, his relationships with girlfriends don’t last long! He was immediately labeled as a playboy and an alleged cheater (not that he ever did), leading to a breakup! The cycle repeats… Even though he dates them because he likes them…! Meanwhile, Yuki recently became interested in a girl named Yurino, who had left a drinking party early and decided to follow her. That, however, was only the beginning of a love swamp where he will keep on losing.

Asaki wanders into a mysterious museum. Much to her surprise, it's empty! Or is it?

A collaboration between horror radio show host personality Inagawa Junji and horror mangaka Itou Junji. Published in the September 2007 issue of "Real Horror Stories.

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Kim Hayeon was just covering for a friend at their day job when she unexpectedly ends up inside cellist Ji Sehun’s private waiting room. Despite his immense musical talent, Sehun is aloof and cold-hearted, and doesn’t take kindly to Hayeon’s intrusion. Though he accuses her of attempted theft, he cannot get her out of his mind, and attempts to court her. But while Hayeon may be timid, she is not easily won over. If this cellist isn’t careful, he may end up being the one getting played.

Master of the Haunted Inn introduces us to a young man sometime in middle Meiji-- the late 1880s or early 1890s. He owns an inn where people are said to be able to see the ghosts of their loved ones. To this place comes a young woman who was married to a man she'd never seen before, an invalid whose dying wish was to wed her. He died on the same day as they met. Even with this history, she feels herself his wife and desires earnestly to see him again. In other stories we have lovers yearning for a last meeting, a little girl out looking for her father, and a young temple servant, dead many centuries, who cannot rest in peace.

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- From 2nd Life Scans:I am a high school boy, wearing a skirt."I used to thinkThat only girls should wear skirts."One summer day a student in Class 2-D, Taichi Momoi (17), decided to wear a skirt.As an honor student with an older girlfriend, his sudden “madness” put the teachers and students in an uproar.The only one who found it amusing was an eccentric girl, Shirai."Do you want to cross-dress?""Not at all."A humorous story of youth, and a tale of the struggles and love of a skirt-wearing boy.

She, who loves sweet things, visits his patisserie every week. He, who can't keep his eyes off of her as she browses his creations, can't even ask her for her name...! An exciting love story ♥ "I fell in love with someone whose name I didn't even know.'' She comes to his shop every Friday to buy cakes, seeing her eyes light up while selecting a cake makes him interested in her. However, he is unable to approach her and ask her name due to the positions of employees and customers.

Juggling work, raising her daughter, and taking care of the house, every day is a struggle just to survive for wife and mother, Yuri. Despite this, the only thing her husband Yuto does to help out is pick their daughter up from the nursery. Although Yuri isn't entirely happy with the status quo, they live a relatively happy life together. But one day, she discovers a familiar sweet scent and a long, black hair on her husband's shirt when doing the laundry. Suspicious, she takes a peek at her husband's texts and finds an intimate conversation between him and their daughter's favorite homeroom teacher at the nursery, Miss Moe!

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Our first meeting in 10 years...... and we're hugging each other while naked!? I'm now living under the same roof with my childhood friend who went overseas and came back a very good-looking guy. On my way home from work, I got caught in the rain, so I hurried back to take a bath. That's where Yoshiki, who had been away for 10 years, was taking a shower! Despite the situation, he just said? It's been so long!" and started to hug me! Yoshiki used to be a shy cry baby who I protected as a younger brother, but now he's a totally different person. He's very friendly, quick to hug, and kisses me while saying? Let's get married."... Is this what happens to everyone who goes overseas!?

"Anything that offends my eyes, I will kill to get my revenge." Vivian, the sole daughter of the esteemed Duke Carsluen, devoted herself to her lover, Alex, the fifth prince born out of wedlock, and was instrumental in his ascension to the throne. However, Alex, who became emperor through Vivian's efforts, shamelessly betrayed her by having an affair with her cousin Stella. To add insult to injury, he framed Vivian and imprisoned her in a tower. Having finally grasped the full extent of his treachery, Vivian ended her own life by leaping from the tower. Yet, when she opened her eyes again, she found herself back on the day of her wedding to Alex. Consumed by fury, she killed Alex repeatedly, only to awaken on the same accursed day each time, with nothing changed. After countless repetitions, Vivian resolved that instead of granting them a swift death, she would make those who had betrayed her pay a far more agonizing and devastating price for their actions...

Liana and her daughter travel to El Bahar, an Arabian kingdom, after she is hired to work there as a teacher. The taxi from the airport takes them not to their new apartment but to a huge palace! Liana doesn’t understand what is happening until Malik, the crown prince of El Bahar, appears in front of them. It turns out that he saw her on the plane and she caught his attention, so he had her brought to his home. The question is...why?

At the age of eight, Liliaje was married into a neighboring duchy through a political alliance between nations. Her husband, Elksheed, and his mother, Henrietta, welcomed her warmly, and she enjoyed a happy married life. However, when she made her debut in high society at age sixteen, she overheard her husband saying to a friend: “I was forced to marry a child. It's honestly a nuisance. Even if she grows up, I could never see her as a woman.” Devastated, Liliaje—whose marriage had fortunately remained unconsummated—decides to seek a divorce with support from her mother-in-law and the crown princess. But things don’t go as smoothly as expected! What was supposed to be a clean break turns into a massive uproar involving the crown prince and even the archbishop!?

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. "So, did you sleep with that guy or not?" After being cheated on by her ex-boyfriend, Yoo Byeol took a solo trip to Spain, where she met a man—Sunwoo—and spent a questionable night with him. She thought she’d never see the guy who left such a strong impression again... But then she runs into him back in Korea—at her workplace, no less?! And to make things worse, her ex is also at the same company...?!

He is blunt but kind… Is this feeling love? The steady Rhia has worked hard to take care of her free-spirited younger sister as a substitute parent. But not this time. Her sister, who is an unlicensed driver, has a car accident, and her boyfriend, who was riding with her, is in a coma. That man's uncle Jared blames the girl for that, and Rhia is forced to pretend to be her sister who has run away. Jared says his nephew, who has regained consciousness, wants to see Rhia's sister... but that's impossible, because he's blind now! However, the arrogant Jared takes Rhia away in his private jet...

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Love Song is a collection of four short stories by shoujo artist Keiko Nishi. The first story, "Love Song", is about a girl who knows only physical violence as a way of expressing her love. The second story, "Jewels of the Seaside", is about three sisters who fall for the same guy. The third story, "The Signal Goes Blink Blink", is about a young man who is often ostracized and bullied by his peers. Later, it is discovered that he possesses wondrous healing powers. The last story, "The Skin of Her Heart", is about a girl who seems to be trapped in the perpetual routine which is her life.... More... Love Song is a collection of four short stories by shoujo artist Keiko Nishi. The first story, "Love Song", is about a girl who knows only physical violence as a way of expressing her love. The second story, "Jewels of the Seaside", is about three sisters who fall for the same guy. The third story, "The Signal Goes Blink Blink", is about a young man who is often ostracized and bullied by his peers. Later, it is discovered that he possesses wondrous healing powers. The last story, "The Skin of Her Heart", is about a girl who seems to be trapped in the perpetual routine which is her life. Less...

Elementary school teacher Prudence is mountain climbing and camping with some of her students. Worried for her safety, her father sends his subordinate Sergeant Joe Wilder to look after the group, but he doesn’t seem happy to be there. Prudence doesn’t know what to make of him, but when she watches him closely, she notices that he answers every one of the children’s questions. What a mysterious man… Joe possesses both the cool side and wild side characteristic of a marine, and Prudence finds herself drawn to him. And before they’re done, both her heart and a sudden blizzard will conspire to bring them even closer together!

Wealthy socialite Jane finds herself held captive in Costa Rica after getting caught up in matters concerning secrets of national security. Former intelligence agent Grant is sent to rescue her from where she is being held deep in the jungle. But once they meet, Jane seems to have no concern for the man who has risked his life to help her escape. But slowly they find their irritation turning into burning passion…

"A Job of A Temporary Teacher (Main Story): Determined and enthusiastic university student, Takuma Inumaru, has returned to his old high school as a student teacher. Despite his efforts to get along with the students and teachers at this school, smart and aloof student, Seiya Kizaki finds Inumaru-sensei as more of an annoyance than a figure of authority. Inumaru-sensei will have to handle this troublesome student but it proves to be a bigger challenge when Kizaki's sadistic tendencies are unleashed on him.A Relationship of Absolute Service: One night, while out drinking with the Badminton club, Migamo kisses fellow club member Tanishi in front of everyone as a ""joke."" Before this, Migamo noticed his gaze was always set upon Tanishi but never really understood why. Convincing himself he holds no ulterior motives, he will use his ""good junior"" act to get closer to Tanishi."

Mei Hino is a geek who draws fan comics about her favorite dating simulation game (which revolves around King and the multiple guys who fall in love with him). After having trouble with her rent, Mei has to start living with a stranger called Seiji... who looks exactly like King from the game!! Seiji tells Mei not to fall in love with him, and she responds by saying she doesn't find him attractive at all (because she's not interested in real men). This hurts Seiji's pride, and he sets out to prove he's still desirable to women... Will the geek girl get her king!?

Airi Mamiya is a hardworker, cleaning up mess after mess of the previous section chief. She's expecting to be promoted now that the section chief is gone but the position is taken by newcomer and younger Kanata Kuzumi. While irritated at first, Airi starts to understand Kanata as they work closely together. But Kanata has a problem, his 'utamaro' to be specific. Good thing, Airi has something special of her own.