"Even if no one believes in me, you must, Miss Saye. I am a man who has decided to become the Sultan because you are a woman that belongs to the Sultan." Saye, who was a young flower who had not been picked in the Sultan's harem, survives the crisis of the 9th Prince, Kainer, who is the son of the previous Sultan, starting a rebellion. Saye, who struggled to even keep herself alive, only wishes to escape the harem and step out into the world. But Kainer, who has become the Sultan, has no intention of letting her go and shocks her by telling her that she was the only reason he had become the Sultan… --- **Links**: - [Original Web Novel (kakao)](https://page.kakao.com/home/49512336) - [Original Web Novel (RidiBooks)](https://ridibooks.com/books/565002898)
In fifteenth century Rome, witches have declared war against humanity. A young man named Nikola, whose parents were cruelly murdered by a witch before his eyes, discovers that he is now the key to winning the war. Using sorcery skills acquired through years of careful study, Nikola must revive twelve witches known as the "First Witches" who will become his allies and weapons to defeat the enemy. But there is one small hitch: in order to revive the witches from their eternal slumber, Nikola must form a marriage contract with each one. Just how many witches can Nikola marry in order to save the world?
A gorgeous collection of six retellings of fairy tales and well known stories: Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, The Bamboo Princess and Carmen. However, in this case, the main characters are all men.
An omnibus collection of interconnected short stories by Douman Seiman.
Momotarou returned from his quest, having married the demon princess Ura instead of defeating the demons. The time for coexistence is here.
This story takes place during the civil war in Japan. There is a mysterious boy with a short horn on his forehead. His life turns upside down after he saves a wanted female ninja, who then tells him that she's his servant and he is an emperor! Soon a few more girls appear in his life and the adventure begins. What will happen to him and what kind of weird and wonderful stories lie in front of the small group is for you to find out.
When his love stricken brother commits suicide in his youth, the footsteps left behind lead him to a detective. Because of the unusual scent of the cigarette the neighbor smokes, a maze of suspicion and doubt are created that reach the courts. A story of a painter living in isolation on the outskirts of a town, and a young man who becomes entranced with a secret painting by his grandfather. Know at the end you cannot turn back when the enigma that is love calls. Three thrilling love stories.
America in the Roaring 20s. On the surface, it's a positive, peaceful time after the violence of the Great War. But lurking in the shadows is a dark element ready to snatch that peace away. Sister Rosette Christopher, an exorcist working as a part of the Magdala Order, has a duty to fight the demons which appear and cause destruction. But along with her companion Chrno, she usually ends up causing more destruction than the demons themselves! On one particular mission, they meet a young girl with a beautiful voice named Azmaria, who is being targeted by her own stepfather. As Rosette and Chrno work to save her, more is revealed about the relationship between them. There is more to these two than meets the eye. **Notes:** - Old cover is spelled Chrno Crusade whereas the new cover is Chrono Crusade with an 'o'.
China 2A.D.: the corrupted Han Dynasty has thrown the entire country into chaos. Peasants revolt against the government. Into such an age, the ruthless and infamous hero, Cao Cao Mengde is born. Destroying old customs and values, he tries to unite China, with a band of promising and intellectual followers, handpicked for their individual talents and potential. Generally thought a villain, Cao Cao Mengde is portrayed as a hero in this story, which focuses on what kind of person he actually was. There are two other protagonists: Liu Bei Xuande and Sun Quan Zhongmou. Liu is a man of high morals and infinite potential. His servant, Zhuge Kongming is a mysterious man, who helps Liu to become a king who is loved by millions. Sun is the third descendant of the Sun family. A young and immature king also comes into the picture, creating more chaos. This is a Tale of the Three Kingdoms ("Sanguozhi") in which these three men rage war throughout China. Note: Republished under Gokuatsu - "Beyond the Heavens" after the anime started airing. Every three volumes are combined into a single volume.
A bright-spirited young historical scholar, Iba, disappears while on a lone expedition to study the ancient Silk Road. A year later his girlfriend, Kyoko, sets out for the Silk Road in order to find clues that will help to unravel the mystery of Iba's disappearance. When she arrives, she finds the charm she gave Iba for protection and moments later she is sucked into a black vortex and loses consciousness. Kyoko awakes to find herself in a very different place and discovers that Iba is not only alive but is a warrior-slave under the reign of Genghis Khan in 13th century Mongolia! At last, when Iba and Kyoko reunite, they find that there are a series of events, crueler than the ones they have already endured, awaiting them…
The General’s childhood friend, whom he has been pining over and seeking for years, has unexpectedly become so wanton, trying all ways to seduce him at every turn! This wolf dressed in rabbit’s clothing even spends all day thinking about how to make him a bottom: “I refuse to believe that you will not ‘bloom’ for me!”
Ever since he was a child, Prince Uriel has always dreamed of searching for the lost city of Rowadis rumored to be buried somewhere deep in the desert. One day, he manages to sneak out of his country to join an excavation party in the hopes of learning more about his beloved Rowadis. However, the barren land turns out to be a dangerous place for the prince and he is captured by the savage Seldira clan. Follow the adventures of the young prince as he gets tangled up with the handsome leader of the Seldira and unlocks the mysteries of the desert.
A collection of short stories. 1. The Moonlight One midwinter night, some female prostitutes picked up a child, Kiyohito, in the red light district. He is forced to take clients at age 14; and in two years, he has become the moneymaker of the shop. Resigned to his fate Kiyohito hides his feelings of love from his physician, the object of his affections. 2. Homo Rangers Regiment 3. Hidden Sin 4. Jugurino Juguno 5. Mirage
Lady Snowblood returns after a 20 year long hiatus! Ikegami Ryoichi takes over the art while Kazuo Koike continues to deliver the same writing that made Lady Snowblood a hit originally. This volume contains three stories that take place after the original series. A politician and his wife try to lure Yuki out of retirement to exact their vengeance. A Buddhist nun tries to escape her sisters and bring the true teachings of her sect to the populace with a stolen mandala. She is rescued by Yuki but terribly wounded in the process. A police official tries to get Yuki to assassinate another assassin.
In Feudal Japan, the people of Edo are under siege by giant insects that ravage the land. The people desperately beg the government to do something about it. Thus the Insect Magistrate Office is established, gathering strong warriors to defend against the onset of pests. Jinbee Tsukishima is a young man following the belief that a weak warrior isn't a warrior at all and strives to be a master swordsman just like his father. To atone for a horrific incident that occurred at his fault, Jinbee seeks to take his father's place as a member of the Insect Magistrate Office. On his journey there, he meets the lovely Haru, a young woman who helps manage her family's tea house, and is forced to put his sword to good use in saving her from a grisly fate. This act of bravery earns him a spot in the Insect Magistrate. Will this rookie exterminator be able to rid the land of the horde of insects swarming in?
A noble girl traveled back in time to when she was 15 years old. Her mistakes and those who have harmed her or done her injustice, she will get revenge on all of them! A super smart female lead shall turn all of her misfortune around! The misfortune of her life began with a bad affair. The first husband hated her for killing his white moonlight, and the second husband, though so fond of her, seemed to take her as a substitute? Now reborn again back to her past, she pledges to keep her fate firmly in hand!
Dr. Shouan brings home the dead body of a beautiful young man one snowy night, planning to turn it into traditional remedies. Initially dismayed when his source of income revives, Dr. Shouan soon realizes: "living bodies also have their uses…"
Onitsuka Miaki, a freshman from Fujimigahara Girls' Academy Naginata club, is going to a training camp on a remote island that is owned by her captain, Igasaki Kotone, along with 11 members. Legends say that the remote island is a place where the worst bandits live who have hidden a national treasure beneath the island. Everything is still normal until one of their members gets killed. Their life-threatening experience begins then.
Working at Kaikarou in the red-light district of Edo Yoshiwara, Ikutarou finds himself among many beautiful women. One in particular, Fuyou, seems to have been gifted with not only beauty but intelligence as well. An intelligence that people from many walks of life secretly turn to when they cannot go to the police. After discovering this secret, Ikutarou is made to be Fuyou's "feet," made to go out to observe crime scenes and evidence to report back to Fuyou so that she may solve the case even while being forbidden from leaving Kaikarou. Will this impromptu partnership work out? Will Fuyou be able to solve the case?
Although she was an intelligent agent, her first mission had failed when she traveled back in time, falling right into a tyrant's bed and hurting the man in the process. As she was under influence, she thought the tyrant was an escort, even going as far as to leave a tip after doing the deed. The woman was simply cruel. She messed with the tyrant, spent money foolishly, and used her skills and strength to bully the weak! --- **Original Manhua:** [AC.QQ](https://ac.qq.com/Comic/comicInfo/id/552839), [BiliBili Manhua](https://manga.bilibili.com/detail/mc24650), [iQiyi Manhua](https://www.iqiyi.com/manhua/detail_18yzm0iued.html), [Kuaikan Manhua](https://www.kuaikanmanhua.com/web/topic/1240/), [Mkzhan](https://www.mkzhan.com/211648/), [Zymk](https://www.zymk.cn/1824/)
Even in the nation where Strange Tales had become a myth, occurrences of the paranormal persisted. Lu Wuji, an ordinary hoodlum, inadvertently crossed paths with the young demon huntress Xiao Zhai, and a destined adventure full of freakishness commenced…
A Regent who’s cold on the outside but passionate on the inside x A Chancellor who is unable to be open about his pain and suffering. The two of them used to be lovers who promised their futures to each other, but fell victim to the schemes of an evil scoundrel. When they meet again, they are on opposing sides. The Regent is bitter about the past betrayal of the Chancellor, and the Chancellor is being threatened to keep silent about the truth. When the two of them start working together again, the Regent swears to make the Chancellor pay. But beneath the hatred and grudges are two hearts that truly love each other. Will they be able to clear up their misunderstanding and walk towards the future hand-in-hand?
The protectors of a certain fox deity shrine happen to be Unka, an overly-serious red fox with a low social status, and Aura, a delinquent, pure-bred white fox. Can Unka, who is unable to express himself honestly, and Aura, who always goes all-out to get what he wants, really fall in love!?
A collection of stories set amongst the oiran (high-rank courtesans before the time of geisha) in (mostly) the Yoshiwara district of Edo, a famous historical 'red-light district.' 1. Kagerou no Shou When Kagerou was a child, her parents sold her to be trained as an oiran in Yoshiwara. On her way there, she fell in love with the man who transported her, Ryuuji, and insisted that he be her first sexual customer when she grew up. Now, she is approaching the time when she will lose her virginity, but will Ryuuji be able to be her first? 2. Inazuma no Shou Wakana works in Yoshiwara, but she plans to one day buy her own way out. She seduces presents out of the men who buy her, in order to save money for her future. But one man, Mitsunori, is not like all the others. Will the skilled seductress Wakana be able to cope with real emotion? 3. Mizu no Tsuki no Shou Suigetsu is approaching the time when she's meant to lose her virginity. One day, she miraculously meets with a relative who knows her by her real name: Saya. Is it possible for her to be rescued from this life? 4. Nagasaki Bojou Otaki, an oiran-in-training in Nagasaki, is slated to lose her virginity. However, she's been told she's going to have a Dutch man as a partner! She's frightened of sleeping with a foreigner who may not even speak her language! However, the man in question is nothing like she feared…