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Tsubaki, who is half-incubus and half-human, cannot live without consuming human energy. He supplements his energy by getting it from Hakuomi, an exorcist who's also his childhood friend and classmate. These days, Tsubaki's incubus side seems to be getting stronger. He barely lasts two days after being with Hakuomi. Embarrassed, Tsubaki tries to hide the truth, but Hakuomi sees through him. Although Tsubaki doesn't want to burden Hakuomi, Hakuomi wants him to rely on him even more. But, Hakuomi has a secret he can't tell Tsubaki...!+
After her mother’s death, Princess Rosa endured the abuse of her stepmother, the Queen, but remained determined to become the next queen. One day, while in the royal palace forest, she was attacked by a thug and accidentally unleashed the "forbidden power" she had long kept hidden. As a result, following her younger sister Lily's suggestion, she was banished to live with the "Count of Blood" in a remote land. The Count, Lambert, though unsociable, had a kind heart, and over time, the two began to grow closer. However, her "forbidden power" and an ancient "pact with the fairies" made by the kingdom were linked to her fate. Despite the harassment from the Queen and her sister, as well as the weight of her destiny, Rosa grew into a strong and resilient woman. — "Mother, I'll find my happiness, no matter what."
From AQUA Scans: Elite Development Education Academy, Noblesse Oblige. The grandson of the academy's chairman, promised heir as the next chairman, Inaba Hakuto. The kind-hearted, younger brother who supports him, Inaba Kokuto. However, with the chairman's death, the fate of the twins begins to greatly warp. The one who holds the key is, the demon who resides in the mask... Masquerade...
By the author of Samurai Deeper Kyo... John Elegadine, a curry lover and a professional thief, encounters Lu Larue, a thief lock picker, as he was taking a stroll through a bazaar. With the two together, they are to find the legendary demon stone that is scattered into thirteen pieces around the world. Once the pieces are put back together, the demon stone is willing to grant a wish upon the user's desire. -Bakaupdates
A lone mercenary traveling in a foreign land is forced to participate in a street brawl, fighting back-to-back with a gun-toting man wearing a pelt around his shoulders. When they emerge from the attack unscathed, the man orders him to become his bodyguard. Only then does the mercenary-turned-bodyguard learn a surprising fact - this spirited fighter is the King; and between near-daily assassination attempts and His Majesty's obvious disdain for him, his life at the palace is not an easy one. But eventually, the bodyguard begins to realize that there is a reason behind the King's arrogant demeanour - one which he becomes determined to find out. Still... how can he protect a man who doesn't want to be protected?
The day of the coronation has finally arrived, but peace is nowhere in sight. The King is still under attack by a mysterious faction that is trying desperately to put an end to his life. And this time around, the trials facing them might just be too great to overcome. His Majesty and his "Right Eye" both have secrets they're keeping from each other; secrets that could tear them apart... and destroy the kingdom!
“My Lord… Please, Divorce Me.” Liz, the daughter of a poor baron family, was married off to a count’s household as payment for her father’s debts. But instead of a dignified life, she found herself in a living hell—working tirelessly like a servant, while her husband openly pampered his mistress before her very eyes. Not only did he neglect her, but he also followed his lover’s every whim, squandering the family’s fortune on her indulgences, pushing the once-noble house into steady decline. One by one, the servants left, and Liz—quietly enduring it all—began to crumble. Until one pivotal moment, when she could no longer take it. She made up her mind: To get a divorce—peacefully. With the help of Alwin, a clever and kind young advisor she met by chance, Liz begins to strategically plan her separation. But the road to freedom isn’t easy. She must: • Gather solid proof of her husband’s infidelity to persuade the High Priest to grant the divorce. • Save up enough money to start a new life on her own. Armed with experience, sharp wit, and unwavering patience, Liz prepares for her final battle—to free herself from a soul-crushing marriage and reclaim her future. This divorce isn’t an end— It’s the beginning of her fight to live again. Collect the evidence. Plan wisely. Buy back your life.
“A Contract Without Feelings… or the Start of an Unexpected Love Story?” As her noble family falls into ruin, a young woman finds herself forced to work tirelessly just to sustain their livelihood, resigning herself to a lifelong existence as a machine, working until her very last day. She never imagined her fate could change—until she receives a sudden marriage proposal from a man belonging to one of the most prestigious ducal families. Shocked at first, she quickly realizes that this marriage is not about love—it’s merely a “white marriage”, with no emotional obligations. Her future husband, known for his cold demeanor and disinterest in romance, was looking for a partner who wouldn’t grow attached or try to tie him down, and he saw her as the perfect choice for this role. But before accepting, she sets a condition—one that was completely unexpected and might just change everything between them. What began as a loveless contract may soon turn into something deeper than either of them ever anticipated…
Includes the following short stories: 1. Once Upon a Time A lost little girl wants to find her way home... 2. See You Next Time A girl calmly reminisces about her dead friend. 3. Imp in the Night A little imp wonders why he's afraid of the night. 4. Sakura Antique Store The story of an old watch sitting in the window display of the Sakura Antique Store. 5. Shiroi Kumo A beautiful and touching story about life, death, and the heartening belief that we will all arrive at the same place when our time has come. 6. Molehill The story of a young mole who decides to become human so that he can see his girlfriend's face... 7. The Lands of Dreams A girl is trapped in an endless dream... 8. Grape Picking Two teachers discuss the godliness of children. 9. Let's Go Home 10. The Story of the Flower 11. The Road Where Flowers Bloom 12. Egg Water 13. Hoppie's Bear One day, office worker Kurata encounters a strange girl in the city. The girl, who wears a bear “head mask” all the time, moonlights at her dad’s restaurant. Thus begins an unusual friendship between the lovelorn man and the mature girl… 14. "To a Certain Place"
From Lucia Rose: Shirokuma Cafe revolves around the everyday lives of a group of animals mingling with humans at a cafe run by a polar bear named Shirokuma-kun. His animal friends include Panda-kun, a lazy but well-meaning panda bear; Penguin-san, a sharp-tongued penguin; and Grizzly-san, a grizzly bear with a wild personality.
This is a recollection of original Shirokuma Café series. The series moved to Shueisha in 2014, and the Shogakukan volumes were published again by Shueisha as Shirokuma Café Bis. From Seven Seas: Polar Bear has a penchant for puns and runs a serene café frequented by humans and animals alike. Regulars include a panda who has a part-time job being a panda at the local zoo, his keeper (who has a crush on the café's waitress), and a pretentious penguin. Join the colorful clientele through the seasons in this comforting and humorous manga about daily specials, romantic complications, and quirky workplaces.
After dying in a mountain climbing accident, a 28-year-old man finds that he is reincarnated in an alternate world... AS A POLAR BEAR. After taking a PAWS to get acquainted with his new body, the MC soon learns that he can fight better than aKUMA from Street Fighter after he BEARs witness to a beast girl being hunted by the army and gets ARCTICked off. The question is: is this new life a blessing, or a cURSUS MARITIMUS?
