Slice of Life - Page 9

Sasaki, a middle-aged man trapped in a soul-crushing job, seeks refuge in the cheerful grin of Yamada, a young cashier at a nearby 24-hour grocery store. Enduring constant berating from his boss, Sasaki finds solace in knowing he can escape his daily grind by visiting his favorite cashier. One difficult evening, Sasaki arrives at the store to find Yamada has already left for the day. Feeling dejected, he retreats to the back of the store to light a cigarette when Tayama, a bold and spunky woman, invites him over. Tayama teases Sasaki about his frequent visits and infatuation with Yamada, even revealing his interest to her colleague. Despite this, as they continue to chat, an authentic connection begins to form between them. Sasaki now looks forward to not only seeing Yamada but catching up with Tayama during his visits to the store. Although she appears playful, Tayama has a complexity that is yet to be uncovered as their unexpected friendship begins to take shape.

Out of nowhere, I found myself transported to a completely different world, likely due to a hero summoning. Unfortunately, I wasn't the hero they'd been hoping for, but someone else entirely. Despite my fears of falling victim to overused tropes, I found myself thrust into the middle of a conflict... or so I thought. As it turns out, the Demon Lord had been vanquished a millennium ago, and the supposed hero was just a theatrical figure in a festival. The nobility had taken us in with open arms, and even the demon race enjoyed amicable relations with humans. Wars hadn't been waged for 800 years, and the Guild and Order of Knights effectively dealt with any monster problems. And what of getting back home? It seemed completely safe. Given these circumstances, what else could I do but enjoy my time in this new world to the fullest? I decided to immerse myself in their culture and take in all the sights and sounds this realm had to offer. Once I'd seen the festival that only came around once a decade, I'd return home without a worry in the world.

I became an S-class adventurer with my childhood friends, using the strength that I’m proud of to attract enemies and have my friends defeat them in the meantime, continuing to play the so-called “tank” role. I was a paladin, a job specializing in protecting my companions, but perhaps because everyone was protected by me, they did not learn any defense or evasion skills, but only improved their attack skills. In such a situation, they forgot that they are protected by my skills, and they fired me …… Wait, I don’t care what happens, okay!? Even though your natural defensive power are as good as paper. But since I had been through a terrible time on my way up to become an S-class adventurer, I decided to take it easy for once and went to the Adventurers’ Guild to accept a request for a relaxing day alone. I was told that they had tried to cultivate the land in the past, but the monsters that appeared were so strong that all the farmers had run away, so the vast land would be given as a reward to anyone who succeeds. they were rewarded with a large tract of land. When I went there after being told that “Alex, an S-class adventurer, would be fine!” …… I found that there was not even a village or a house around it, and it’s beyond of what you call the countryside, because it was a land inhabited by monsters. The land was deserted, with farming tools left unattended, and there was a monster that I had never seen before, and when I managed to defeat it, I acquired the “save Release” skill. I was told that if I used this skill, it would summon one person of the opposite sx, who is ensaved somewhere in the world, to me. I thought it would be better for the world if I used this skill, and I activated it immediately, and a beautiful elf girl appeared. After that, a girl with architecture skill, a princess from a foreign country who was a prisoner …… and I kept freeing people who were ensaved, and before I knew it, a country was formed and I was treated like a king.

Problematic for Demon King Ahriman is his daughter Dou's tendency to love everyone. In light of this, Ahriman has put his plans to conquer the world on hold because he fears her kindness is unbecoming of her lineage. Dou has a penchant for making friends, aiding others, and bringing joy to all creatures, even their enemies, the humans. To address this concern, Ahriman has chosen to praise Dou for her virtuous acts rather than chastise her. In collaboration with his assistant Jahy, tasked with overseeing Dou's upbringing, the duo aims to eradicate her benevolent disposition, transforming the Demon King's daughter from a charming, lovable child into a heartless, malevolent demon.

Upon accepting a quest from his friend and local guildmaster, Zack Ciel, A-rank swordsman Alec Deer anticipates a strenuous and arduous journey. Camping outdoors for nearly a month, battling monsters, enduring inhospitable environments, and struggling to uplift the morale of his team all seem to be imminent challenges. However, Zack assures him that the task of hunting a manticore will terminate promptly and with ease, thanks to the aid of his protege, Shiori Izumi. Although Shiori's magic may be feeble, her exceptional ability to combine and master various elements renders her a rarity in their world. Referring to herself as a "housekeeping mage," Shiori manages to offer the adventurers a life of ease during their expedition. Despite her popularity amongst fellow travelers, Alec notices a hint of loneliness in her demeanor. Unbeknownst to him, the source of her seclusion is tied to a secret from her past.

A amusing story that narrates the usual habits of four adolescent males enrolled in high school.

Although it seems too good to be true given its low price, this deluxe rental property is connected to a perilous dungeon in another realm. In spite of the looming danger, Touru eagerly signs the lease with the hopes of transforming from a high school dropout to a triumphant adventurer. During his inaugural quest, he fortuitously rescues a stranded knight, Ria. Upon returning her to Earth, Ria mistakenly ascribes Touru with magical powers due to his aptitude for conjuring running water. Touru must now balance his aspirations of becoming a hero while cohabiting with an enchanting girl from another dimension.

Dahlia immerses herself completely in the craft of crafting magical goods, after her rebirth in a realm of mystique. Blending her practical know-how from a previous life with the teachings of her adoptive father, she creates avant-garde contrivances such as hair dryers and other extraordinary instruments, deriving pleasure from everyday occupations. The days of sadness and hopelessness are no more; Dahlia resolves to revel in this chance to live anew!

"How did you infiltrate these premises, human?" For ages, humans and beast people have remained segregated by an unyielding wall. However, one fateful day, Hana accidentally discovers a concealed passage and unknowingly ventures into the other side. Her exploration leads her to encounter Sana, a beast man who towers over her with his size alone. Hana quakes with fear as Sana grills her on her purpose for being there. With no opportunity for evasion, Hana is taken in by Sana, who defies the conventions of his kind in order to safeguard her from the dangers of the unfamiliar wilderness. This is an atypical, yet heartwarming account of love transcending species. Step into a realm teeming with unforeseen romanticism and unveil the wonders of affection that abides by no boundaries.

"I have nothing saved up, my qualifications are average, and my bank balance is always below ten thousand won." Can Gye Baek-soon, who is described as a 'spine breaker,' really escape being unemployed?

Kyungtae is an innocent guy with a good heart who really enjoys spending time with kids, but he’s always been bullied by the women around him. One day, Kyungtae is selected as a beta tester for a dating simulation game featuring gorgeous girls. However, his excitement doesn’t last long, because when he tries to run the game, it doesn’t even launch or install properly, so he ends up tossing it aside… But then, all of a sudden, something supernatural happens, and he starts to see the affection levels of every woman he comes across! Hmm… that includes Min Jia, the queen of the university and the girl who’s been teasing him ever since their school days…