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The spin-off of 86's narrative takes place in an alternate universe where war traumas and conflicts are absent. Instead, the story plays out against the familiar backdrop of a Japanese teenage life. Shin, Lena, and their peers embrace the pleasures of a standard high school experience.
Unlike most girls who crave popularity among boys, Futaba Yoshioka wants the complete opposite – to avoid it altogether. In middle school, her popularity with boys caused her female classmates to shun her, leading her to take the opportunity in high school to reinvent herself by acting indifferent and unfeminine towards boys, allowing her to make some acquaintances along the way. However, things take a dramatic turn when her first love, Kou Mabuchi, suddenly reappears after disappearing years ago. Though she still cherishes the fond memories they shared together, she soon learns that the sweet and gentle boy she knew has disappeared, replaced by a cold and pessimistic version of himself. Although he acknowledges that their past feelings for each other were mutual, he warns her that they can never return to the past, as everything, including himself, has changed. Throughout Ao Haru Ride, Futaba navigates the complexities of searching for true love and friendship while staying true to herself.
Nico Nanase harbors a confidential truth - she attends a prestigious private high school as a first-year student while constantly taking up part-time work to support herself and her two younger sisters. However, Nico's peaceful life takes a surprising turn when Leon, a charming heartthrob from her school and a celebrated TV actor, discovers her secret. Nico is left feeling hopeless until Leon comes up with an unconventional solution to her financial troubles - he offers to hire her as his personal housekeeper!
At 17 years old, Yuzuhara Kohane had no interest in skincare or cosmetics despite her appearance being a source of ridicule for Iori. Iori was the heiress of a world-famous cosmetics brand and renowned for her exceptional makeup skills. However, fate took a turn when Yuzuhara asked Iori for help in enhancing her looks. The outcome of the transformation was nothing short of miraculous. This event sparked a newfound interest in Yuzuhara and led to a budding romance between the two, resulting in a story just as enchanting as Cinderella's transformation.
As a result of her father being in debt by six million yen, Fumi Oono, a sixteen-year-old high school student, and her father are rendered homeless. In urgent need of a roof over their heads and a means to earn a livelihood, Fumi accepts a job as a live-in cleaner for Akatsuki Kibikino - a young author. Their first meeting didn't go as planned; Akatsuki belittled Fumi's abilities and treated her childishly. Determined to pay off her father's debt, Fumi toils hard to prove herself. As Akatsuki's obscure and abrasive demeanor begins to unravel, Fumi discovers a passionate and caring person she didn't envisage. The manga also features two one-shot stories- "Hirunaka no Ryuusei Bangai-hen: Blue" in volume seven and "Hirunaka no Ryuusei Bangai-hen: Red" in volume eight.
Sakura Shishigaya's passion for rugby burned bright, despite his lack of experience and small stature. The game captured his heart after watching Onotora "The Beast" Itsuki, a renowned rugby player whom he idolized. Unfortunately, Sakura could not pursue his interest during middle school due to lack of participation. But fate intervened when he met Yukito, Onotora's son. Though skeptical of Sakura's rugby skills at first, Yukito was astonished by his talent. Yukito provided Sakura with the opportunity to join Hyakkengawa's rugby team, a school he hoped to attend. Yet, Sakura was disheartened by Yukito's absence on his arrival at the school. Nevertheless, Sakura believed Yukito had a reason for bringing him there. Lucky enough to have Onotora as their coach, Hyakkengawa's rugby team formed a tight-knit group that Sakura enthusiastically embraced, despite being the newest member.
Chouko Manaka is the presumed heir of the prestigious Manaka family. However, her overbearing bodyguards keep a watchful eye on her every move, preventing her from experiencing a normal life with friends and independence. In an effort to appease her father, she enrolls in Mizonoo High School, a hub for aspiring shinobi, and commits to finding a trustworthy ally by graduation. Chouko's journey takes an unexpected turn when the head butler's son unexpectedly declares himself as her loyal servant. Will this arrangement provide Chouko with the meaningful companionship she craves, or will it lead her down a precarious path? Only fate can decide.
"I have loved you, my dear brother, even before I was born!" declared Rina Yukimura. She was once a corporate slave in her previous life but now finds herself reincarnated as the villainess, Ekaterina, in an otome game. Finally, her fantasies about Alexei, the villainess's brother from her past life, are coming true as she meets him in person. However, seeing the pitiful circumstances of his upbringing brings tears to her eyes whenever she reflects on it. Ekaterina is determined to save her country from destruction and change the catastrophic events that will ultimately lead to her demise. Utilizing her knowledge of history and experience from her past life, she forges on with her quick wit and common sense. Her ultimate goal is to save her brother and ensure a happy ending for all. As time passes, Ekaterina realizes that her brother has developed an unusual affection, making him more like a siscon. But she is ecstatic to adopt a brocon and siscon persona in return and spends more time with him. Despite her best efforts to evade the death flags that constantly appear for the protagonist and prince, things become increasingly complicated as the game's setting conflicts with reality. Nevertheless, Ekaterina perseveres in her mission to save her brother and succeeds, ultimately proving herself as the game's true heroine in the end.
Azuma Yuki's anthology of unpublished stories.
"Yana" is an infamous playboy who dumps people left and right. But his true identity is one with a pure heart pining for "Metsuki", the area's worst delinquent. He saved Yana at the entrance ceremony and the latter fell for him immediately! Yana never stops yapping about his love day in and day out for Metsuki, who's tired of all this crap. So he asked Yana if he could kiss him like they do in shoujo manga. And...?!Emeichi's newest, love story between two clumsy high school boys starts here!!!
Asuka Masamune is a young man whose love for all things cute, fluffy, sweet, and sparkly brings nothing but disappointment and horror to his mother. Following a family incident that led to his father leaving, Asuka was pressured to give up his hobbies and focus on sports like kendo, judo, and karate to embody masculinity. He eventually became the highly ranked captain of his high school's kendo team, accepting a life of manliness, but his interest in feminine things is rekindled when he meets transfer student Ryo Miyakozuka and falls in love. Unlike Asuka, Ryo has zero interest in traditionally feminine activities like cooking and sewing. She's tough, with a fierce kick and an equally strong personality. Asuka's friend, Juta Tachibana, encourages him to befriend Ryo to use her as inspiration for the shoujo manga he secretly publishes. As their relationship develops, Asuka begins to embrace his true nature as an "otomen." Additional stories include Glass no Otomen, where Otomen Sen no Kamen wo Motsu discovers his love for glassblowing, and Love-Tic in Volume 11.
