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7 Years apart, the artist and the athlete.
The sixth official Ascendance of a Bookworm fanbook is here, perfect for readers who’ve finished Part 5 Volume 6. Inside, you’ll find character design sheets, manga, stunning artwork, and coverage of not one but two drama CDs. This installment also offers an exclusive look at how author Miya Kazuki plans her short stories, along with the longest Q&A yet—surpassing even that of the previous fanbook!
Here is the fifth official Ascendance of a Bookworm fanbook, intended to be read after finishing Part 5 Volume 3. As always, this volume contains plenty of art, character design sheets, manga, and a short story not found in the light novels. Also included are the end cards from the first two seasons of the anime and the longest translated Q&A with author Miya Kazuki to date!
Although Vivielle Andante had suffered tragic consequences in her past lives, she was still hesitant about her third existence. Thankfully, she was reborn as the wealthy daughter of a duke in her new life. However, there was a major issue plaguing the kingdom - an acute shortage of architects. Despite being just a child, Vivielle possessed exceptional architectural knowledge acquired from her past lives. With determination and hard work, could she help rebuild the kingdom and instill hope for the future?
"Don’t worry. Even if you’re about to die, I’ll kill you before that happens." The “assassin” smiled warmly at me as he said those words— Ever since I became the 5-year-old villainous princess Lucienne in an otome game world, I’ve endured endless violence from the queens and constant hunger. One day, I met him—Lefèvre, a hidden capture target. He treated my wounds with medicinal herbs and tucked me into bed, brought me water and biscuits when I couldn’t move. In the warmth I felt for the very first time in my life, I made my decision: "If it’s by you, big brother, I don’t mind being killed." A meeting between two lonely souls—one not in the original scenario—sets out to change the game’s very foundations! A newly told fantasy of an innocent princess and a cunning assassin, bound by an age gap and an obsessive love! Original Web Serialization Original Web Novel https://www.cmoa.jp/title/323335/
Since childhood, they have shared a strong bond, which they have preserved even as they grappled with their romantic sentiments towards each other. As a result, they have refrained from voicing their mutual affection, apprehensive of the potential fallout in case of rejection or the risk of compromising their cherished friendship. Concealing one's attraction can be a daunting emotional ordeal, fraught with complex sentiments and solitary musings. The fear of being mocked, compounded by the idea that a confession could irreparably damage their rapport, has deterred them from exploring their romantic connection. Their initial infatuation was naive and superficial, yet a magical and enchanting experience regardless.
Facing challenges from a young age, 18-year-old Manami Katagiri had to leave middle school and worked in a factory to support his younger sister. He resolved to improve his situation by returning to high school. However, on his first day, he crosses paths with a self-proclaimed "princess" who appears to have never worked a day in her life. Is it love at first sight or the start of a rivalry?
Due to his scary appearance, Qi Shi has trouble finding a job. One day, at a school reunion, he meets popular fellow alumnus Nan Jue, who calls himself an image consultant. Claiming that he can help Qi Shi look more approachable, Nan Jue moves in with Qi Shi. But the gradually changing Qi Shi begins to realise Nan Jue’s secret, and their feelings slowly evolve…
Raised as the perfect assassin for her captor's revenge, Ayla finally learns the truth of her kidnapping as she takes her dying breath. When she wakes up again years in the past, she vows then and there to turn his own plan for vengeance against him. But as she begins to unravel his plot, she discovers that she was just a small pawn in an even greater scheme. With so much at stake, will Ayla succeed in her revenge? Or will she be dragged further into something she never wanted to be a part of? Original Webtoon: KakaoPage, Daum Official Translations: English, Japanese, French, B.Portuguese, S.Chinese
Mable Ra Robin, a former duchess of house Quintrell, vanished inexplicably. After 5 years, she turned up unannounced at her family's residence in the dead of night. However, she no longer goes by Duchess Quintrell but Lady Robin, having parted ways with her spouse. Mable's arrival bore another revelation- she had a son named Patrick, fathered by the ruthless Duke and her ex-husband, Percival De Quintrell.
Qin Yuefang was reborn following a fatal car crash but was shocked to discover that he was now trapped inside the body of Fang Yeyin. Further complicating matters, he found himself taken captive by his younger self. As Fang Yeyin tries to unravel the mystery of his reincarnation, he is also forced to confront the twisted advances of Qin Yuefang. Will Fang Yeyin break free from Qin Yuefang's possession or be forever under his control?
Following the death of Nie Xiaoxiao's mother, who sacrificed herself to save Chairman Han, the young girl was left without parents and was eventually taken in by the Han family. However, she was dismayed when she faced mistreatment from Han Yiyang upon her arrival. Struggling to understand why fate had bestowed upon her both the loss of her loved ones and the emergence of an adversary such as him, she found solace in a voice that suggested that her nemesis might just turn out to be the source of her happiness.
