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The first volume, titled "Winter's Tale," transports readers to England during the late 19th century. Here, we meet Grace King, the daughter of a declining Marquis and the mistress of Count Arthur Roland. After her untimely and mysterious death, her sons Linus and Lawrence are placed in the custody of their father, Earl Roland, who has a sick wife, Anna, and other children. Despite his father's care, Linus is deeply suspicious of the Roland family's involvement in his mother's death and embarks on a solitary investigation. The second volume, "Spring's Paean," introduces readers to Rachel Brennan, who is hired by the Roland family as the governess for their children. Over time, the children begin to warm up to Rachel, except for the second son, William. Will Rachel's efforts be enough to win over William as well? The subsequent volumes in the series continue the story, taking readers on a journey through the seasons and the twists and turns of the family's secrets.
During her darkest period, Chrissy, also known as Chrysanthemum, encountered the individual who would later become her soulmate. The catalyst for this was her former partner's trysts with a stunning woman who not only paid off his debts but also caused him to stray. Chrissy found herself smitten with the new beau. Can they overcome the odds and make their love last, or will Chrissy find herself alone once more, left like all those before?
Tomoe ponders the possibility of taking his brother's place when his closest companion Ichita takes an interest in a new student who is transferring. He is perplexed by how Ichita's infatuation is affecting him, which leaves him in a state of ambiguity. As time goes by, Tomoe becomes closer to Ichita's younger sibling, Kenji, and they spend more time together. One day, Kenji opens up and shares that he is aware of Tomoe's affection for Ichita and admits his own feelings. This story is a bittersweet portrayal of the intense emotions and turmoil that accompany adolescence.
The Northern warlords were in the midst of a war, where different foreign powers conspired to seize the Chinese cultural wealth. This resulted in the loss of several cultural relics and heritage artifacts at sea. In a bid to safeguard the national treasure, Cao Nanwu, the last member of the Cao family's tomb masters, took charge. He coordinated with his trusted fellows Xia Kuxue, Wengzhong, and Ami, to fend off threats. They engaged in fierce battles with enigmatic groups such as the Never Night Lights, the Hall of Longevity, and the Black Cicada Society...
Ochou, a shinobi, assumes the identity of Kochou, a courtesan, to track down other shinobi who have deviated from their path.
After the Mazon invaders kill Tadashi Daiba's father, he grows frustrated by the Earth government's dismissive approach. Tadashi's imprisonment takes a sharp turn when he receives an invitation to board the Arcadia, captained by the renowned Captain Herlock. Tadashi joins the crew on a voyage to face the Mazon and other dangerous entities across the galaxy endangering humanity's survival, shaping his path far into the future.
Momo, a high school student, is devastated by the sudden death of her best friend Sayo, who had been by her side since elementary school. Seeking solace, she reconnects with Sayo's younger brother Keichiro at the funeral, after eight long years of separation. Together, they revisit their favorite childhood spots - the secret base in the neighborhood, the twilight-drenched Ferris wheel, and the candy shop where they often hung out. They chase these memories in a bid to recapture the joy of their youth and search for the sights they had planned to share with Sayo during the summer that slipped away. As they go, they leave behind a bittersweet summer story, painted in blue by the hearts of the bereaved boys and girls.
Male nurse, Hotaka, rekindles his childhood friendships with a group of guys, among them Masato who's currently wed and residing on his own. While touring their friend Yuuji's apartment building, Chika stumbles upon Miyabi's yaoi manga loaned to Hotaka. Chika proposes that he and Hotaka should date until they find suitable partners, despite Hotaka's belief that he will eventually lose interest. Nevertheless, this plan unsettles their friends, particularly Masato.
Although Naoki had grown used to being teased for his flamboyance, everything changed when he met Yada. Yugi Yamada's collection of ten expertly crafted short stories explores the complex emotions of coming out and discovering one's true self, encompassing everything from poignancy and bewilderment to passion and humor. This beautifully illustrated assortment of adolescent love stories seamlessly blends forbidden desire, secret longing, envy, and acceptance.
While paying a routine visit to the nurse's office, Yuzuru accidentally discovers the school nurse, Kokuyo, engaging in an intimate moment with one of Yuzuru's classmates. Although Yuzuru is aware of the potential risks associated with Kokuyo's charm, he can't help but be mesmerized by him. Consequently, Yuzuru finds himself ensnared within the confines of the infirmary, unable to resist the tempting pleasures Kokuyo offers. As Yuzuru confronts Kokuyo's enigmatic character, will he surrender to his apprehension or strive to conquer and liberate himself from this mysterious individual?
