Romance - Page 271

A RIVALRY REBORN AS ROMANCE At odds with each other since their high school days, corporate salesmen Ryo and Zen have finally become lovers. The transition has not been a smooth one, however, with each man still baiting the other into petty competitions as they struggle to navigate their new dynamic. And with their hectic work schedules cutting into their time together, it isn’t long before anxiety and jealousy begin to creep into their hearts. Yet just when it seems like progress is being made, their coworker, Futami, returns to the main office from Osaka and tries to insert himself into Ryo and Zen’s rivalry! Is some friendly competition all he’s after? Find out in this hotly anticipated sequel to the original Boys’ Love hit!

In her mind, everything Azusa Asahina does is for her idol, Chikashi "Chika" Chida of Prince 4 U. This includes getting up before sunrise to prepare for her idol's group concert by choosing the right outfit and waiting in long lines for the limited edition merchandise. Azusa's dedication ultimately pays off in the form of a lucky seat near the stage, and everything seems to be going well when a stage spotlight right above Chika crashes down. Azusa soon wakes up just outside of Heaven, and by her side is not only God but also Chika. As it turns out, they both died after Azusa's failed attempt to save Chika. As an apology for the unintentional death sequence, God promises to reverse the pair's deaths and send them back to Earth. But not even God knows how he managed to switch the bodies of the obsessive fangirl and her idol around!

The plot of the manga revolves around a romantic conflict among three childhood pals Ichika, Ritsu and Shun, forming a love triangle. Also featuring a one-shot titled "Apron".

When Hime Kino was a child, she adored the voice of Sakura Aoyama, the famous actress of "Lovely Blazers." Ever since then, Hime has been enamored with the idea of becoming a voice actress like her role model. Determined to follow in Sakura's footsteps, Hime enrolls in Hiiragi Academy, a prestigious voice acting school known for producing top-tier talent. To Hime's surprise, she is seated beside Senri Kudou, Sakura's already successful son. Wanting to prove herself worthy of her peers, Hime strives to impress. Sadly, when she attempts to introduce herself with her most adorable voice, it instead emerges as an old man's, earning her the unflattering nickname of "Gorilla Princess." To compound matters, she is also grouped with other students at risk of failing the course. Despite being faced with such adversity, Hime remains undeterred and quickly forms connections with her struggling classmates. With their support and her own unwavering optimism, Hime will do whatever it takes to achieve her dreams!

Takebe, formerly the queen bee of her high school, now experiences a strong sense of urgency as she witnesses her peers thrive in their respective careers. Eager to depart from her delinquent past, destiny takes a hand when she encounters an old foe, Soramori. Their reignited competition unexpectedly evolves into a romantic relationship, making Takebe question her capability to truly abandon her former self and graduate from her defiant ways.

Nobukuni has a crush on Sasaki, who happens to be sitting next to her in class. However, she wants to grab his attention towards her. She ends up exploring teenage magazines and taking guidance from a fashionable classmate to come up with some unique ideas. From sleeping adorably at her desk to showing off some skin and even emitting her pheromones, Nobukuni tries everything to make Sasaki notice her. However, when she sees no response, she becomes uncertain if her efforts are in vain. Little does she know that Sasaki is also hiding his true emotions for her! This is an enjoyable love story featuring the turbulent elements of youthful attraction and the challenges of seduction!

When Megumi Amatsuka was a young and spirited child, he had big dreams of becoming the ultimate epitome of masculinity - the manliest man on the planet. However, fate had other plans for him. After rescuing a sorcerer from some menacing hooligans, Megumi was gifted a magical book. Eager to make his dream a reality, he summoned a genie to grant his wish. Unfortunately, destiny had an unpleasant surprise in store for him. The genie that appeared was wicked in nature, and Megumi's wish transformed him into the most feminine woman in existence. Six years later, Megumi has become the most desirable girl in school. But beneath her stunning exterior, the same rough and tough boy still resides. She talks trash and has a passion for stomping out punk culture, maintaining her identity as a tomboy at heart.

Akari has finally convinced her brother Toru Acura to step out of his lazy comfort zone and find employment. Little does Toru know that his venture into the forest will lead him to a chance encounter with a surprising young lady named Chaika Trabant. To their dismay, they are unexpectedly ambushed by a ferocious monster. As Toru and Chaika grapple to stay alive, Toru can't help but wonder about the enigmatic girl, and why she's being hunted.

If only progressing in life were as easy as leveling up in a game. That’s what happened to James, a game developer who thought his life had hit rock bottom—until his creation began to blur the line between the game and reality

My husband got kidnapped, and I need to complete the missions to save him… Will he be okay?

After a rough day and a run-in with a missing dog, overworked office worker Umi Seo wakes up to a surreal nightmare: she’s trapped in the body of her boss’s beloved pet. By day, Umi is a dog. By night, she’s back to being human. Forced to live under one roof with the aloof CEO, Chahyeon Baek, the two begin to grow closer in the most unexpected way. But can Umi ever return to her normal life for good? Or will she be stuck living on a leash forever?

Without warning, the real world synced with the game. Towers and dungeons materialized globally—now, conquer them with Quad-Wielding! Hayate, a solo player of the ultra-popular VRMMO FWO, cherished his obscure class: Quad-Wielder. But his world shattered when he received the worst possible news: "Quad-Wielding will be removed!" Teamed up with Elena, a chaebol heiress and archer, Hayate unleashes his ultimate Quad-Wielding technique "Obscuring Moon"—all while unraveling the mysteries of the Creation Goddess. Then suddenly… the game and reality merge.