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Ikebukuro, Tokyo—a neighborhood where twisted love prowls!! A series of street slashings in Ikebukuro begins to connect total strangers: A teenage girl with no personality of her own; a beat writer for a third-rate tabloid; a teacher suspected of harassment; an informant based in Shinjuku…and a headless rider straddling a pitch-black motorcycle!! Meanwhile, the slasher continues to terrorize the night, all in search of…“him”!?
This mildly innocent oneshot depicts the story of 2 different high-school girls as they crash into each other at the school's corridor; the result and the afterword of each other's relationship with their fated ones as it takes a turn from the bed of the infirmary which they woke up from...
Younger + Pure Love + Stalker = Intensely Sweet Love
Shizuka, a genius inventor ( known as walking national treasure ) fell in love with Hajime, the Prime minister's son when she was awarded at the Prime Minister's house. Shizuka still pursuits and tries to invent something to make Hajime fall in love with her. But then when she invented a love potion she accidentally drank it and fell in love with some other guy....of course this made Hajime mad because the reason why Shizuka's experiment is not working at Hajime is because...He's already in-love with her. From Manga Abyss: Super genius inventor Shizuka, a.k.a. the walking National Treasure, fell in love at first sight with Hajime-kun when she was 10 years old. She hasn't stopped pursuing him for 6 years! Every day, she worked hard to invent something that will get Hajime-kun to fall in love with her. Will she ever be able to win Hajime-kun's heart?
Toko is a third year high school student who's been active in the ping pong club. One day, the teacher she likes, Katakura-sensei, quit being the ping pong club advisor and went to head the history club. Going to check out the people who 'stole' her precious teacher, Toko finds herself applying to join the history club! The three other members, Ren, Maria, and Naho, might be suspicious of her intentions, but at least she'll be near Katakura-sensei once again!
Tetsuo is a quiet and uncharismatic boy that completely loves one of his classamates, but she rejects him as a boyfriend. However, his feelings lead him to do anything for her, even becoming her puppet... and what are the real feelings of the girl?
Once there was a military power called "Amamikado" which invaded other countries and expanded its domain. There were two princes in Amamikado. The younger prince was named Oguna. His father, the Emperor of Amamikado, trained him as an assassin. Oguna was hungry for power to help his father. This is a tale of an assassin before he meets Izumo.
From Chibi Manga: Aira's high school classmate, Kojika Ichita is violent, scary and hard to get close to. but, under a circumstances, aira and ichita is now staying under the same roof!! furthermore, when ichita's switch is turned on, he will transformed into a wolf...!?
36-year-old Yasano Mamoru woke up one morning and realized that he has lost his memory. Not only that, he learns that he has a 16-year-old wife who still goes to high school. Mamoru can’t believe that Hana is really his wife or that he is a famous erotic manga author. His representative at the manga publisher, the beautiful Shirabe Hoko, even comes to try to help him regain his memory but nothing helps. However, as Mamoru gets closer to Hana, he slowly starts getting bits and pieces of his past back. Little does he know, something may have happened between Hoko and him the night before he lost his memory that could affect his marriage with Hana...
Having been dumped ruthlessly by the girl of his dream, Okita Haruto decides that he has had his share of women now. Throwing away his fantasy of going to the same high-school with his (future) girlfriend, he enrolls into an all-boys dormitary high-school. He thought by going to an all-boys school he could have all the time and peace of mind to focus on his study. He's tremendously, horribly, pathetically.......wrong.
From Chinatown KM: One day Sa, a person who refuses to believe in fantasy, sees a pretty girl floating down from the sky. His peace is quickly shattered and he is brought into the world of "Christ" and "Apostles". However, the twist is these "Apostles" are fighting for their lives (and they're girls, not to mention). Who are these "Apostles" and what are they fighting for? Notes ~ First published in 2010, so dates may be outdated. Also, this manhua is read from left to right (opposite direction of normal manga).
• Short-Tempered Melancholic Kajika Yamano is a female ninja whose job is to protect her family's legendary weapon. But when a boy she has a crush on tells her she should be more ladylike, she vows to give up all ninja related deeds. • This Love is Nonfiction Yuri sends her pen pal Ryo a picture of herself--but it's really of her best friend Karin, who is prettier than she is. Now Ryo wants to meet her, so she has no choice but to send Karin instead! • Romance in the Afternoon Rain Minori falls in love with Takato, a boy who shared his umbrella with her one rainy afternoon. Now she "forgets" her umbrella every time it rains in hopes of becoming closer to him. • Second Time in Love Mana secretly likes her friend's boyfriend, but Nakamura, a younger boy, is determined to win Mana's heart.
Working at a restaurant, Hayato harbors a crush on his fellow part-timer, Shouko. However, he finds it challenging to confess his feelings, particularly after discovering that Shouko's former partner passed away in an accident. Soon after, Kai, a magician who also works in construction, stumbles into the eatery and befriends Hayato. But why does Shouko seem shocked upon seeing him? This collaboration project involves mangaka Fujimura Mari and popular J-pop band WaT, featuring Wentz Eiji and Koike Teppei.
Kaede loses her memory so Rin and friends must help her recover them! Phoenix Wright style! Rin and Kaede's childhood friend, Sakura returns and a new love triangle begins.
Priest Genjo Sanzo and companions Cho Hakkai, Sha Gojyo, and Son Goku maintain their westward journey to stop the resurrection of the demon Gyoumao. As the reputation of the Sanzo Ikkou precedes them, they continue to fight demon assassins at every turn, but they must also deal with increasing tensions within their group in order to defeat a powerful enemy.
Delivery Cupid is a collection of six short stories. The title story is a romantic comedy about Tsubasa, who is half-human and half-cupid. In order to become a full cupid, he must successfully unite a couple. However, the target is an evil man named Norimasa who shows no love for anyone. When Tsubasa accidentally ends up as Norimasa's match, the trouble begins. Are Tsubasa and Norimasa attracted because of cupid magic, or is it true love? Contents: 1) Delivery Cupid (Takuhai Cupid) 2) Love♥Beam!- a student is given a magical gift that will make anyone fall in love with him. Should he use it on his handsome classmate? 3) Cinderfella: A Fairy Tale- poor paper delivery boy has always had a crush on the young master of the house. When he gets one night to be with his beloved will it be enough? 4) With You Forever (Forever With You)- a young boy in a hospital begins a friendship/romance with a death angel. 5) Ai Scream (Ice Scream)-A hot, hot summer has an ice cream vendor fantasizing about his cute customer. 6) Under the Star Light (Ooki na Yozora no Shita de) - A waiter is fired from his job in a fancy restaurant, and ends up spending an evening with a bum on the streets. 7) Delivery Cupid, Afterward- Does Tsubasa deserve a second chance? 8) Afterword *As listed in the American publication released in July 2007 by Boysenberry Books.* **The ones in bold have been scanlated!**
Rewritten: 1-5 • The Wrathful Educator Known for his severe attitude towards failing students, Tsujimoto-sensei compels Nishihara to attend his supplementary classes to improve his grades. However, what really occurs in these secluded sessions? Will Nishihara successfully pass or will Sensei face repercussions? 6 • The Unusual Paramour An enthusiastic author named Risa expresses his fervor for physical intimacy with his bespectacled editor, Sakaki. But their amusement takes a risky turn. Will Risa emerge unharmed? And what happens to Sakaki once he removes his glasses? 7 • Reunion and Revenge Childhood companions Kensuke and Naoki reunite after thirteen years. Is this a rekindling of their companionship or a brewing retaliation?
