Sent by the angelic administration, Karasu is tasked to capture a demon who has been living among humans. However, he is surprised to find out that Shirasagi wishes to renounce his demonic heritage and powers so he can live as a respectable human. Shirasagi is a kind-hearted individual who serves as a priest at a local tavern and teaches children. Despite this, both heavenly and hellish beings desire him, which could result in a brutal clash.
Arisawa Riku was a firm father at a mere 30 years old. However, his strict upbringing may have led his son, Tomoki, to pursue homosexuality during his high school years. Despite Riku's disapproval, Tomoki and his companion, Naoya-sempai, will defend their love. This dramatic romantic story unravels within the boisterous living quarters of the Arisawa family home.
1. Kingyo Sukui 2-4. Derashine no Hana 5. Komukai-ke no Jijou (The Komukai Household's Circumstances)
Takeyoshi and his father divide their household tasks among themselves. Lately, Takeyoshi's father has been praising his colleague Nishida-kun, going as far as comparing him to a woman due to his exceptional looks. This comment may have bothered Takeyoshi a bit, but he finds Nishida-kun interesting because of his outspoken and upfront personality despite his physical appearance. Therefore, he extends an invitation to Nishida-kun for dinner the next day, driven by his curiosity.
Once upon a time, a demon named Blood was trapped in ice for many decades within a cave. His only hope for breaking the curse that bound him was to find the "tear jewel". One day, a kind-hearted youth named Ishuca stumbled upon the cave while seeking refuge in his illness. Blood began to feel a strange connection to Ishuca, but sadly, death ultimately took the young man. Overcome with sadness, Blood wept - and his tears transformed into the very jewel he had sought. With the jewel in their possession, Blood and Ishuca embarked on a journey together. Along the way, Blood was reunited with old acquaintances, but his former companions' intentions to make him return to his old demonic ways conflicted with his desire to continue traveling with Ishuca. After opening up about his past, Blood promised never to harm humans again. Their travels eventually ushered them towards the Toei Cliffs, where they hoped to find the jewel that was requested by the dealer known as Wild.
The story of Kijima Rio, which unravels his history and the incidents that led to his meeting with his editor, Kido Shirou.
Takamura is an underling of the Kusamochi crime group who is on an undercover commission: to collect intel from the enemy crime group Koshiki, by seducing the enemy boss' whore, Renge Mibu. Takamura then poses as a prep student who's head-over-heels for Renge and frequents the bar the latter works at. Just when Takamura thought he has Renge at the palm of his hand, it turns out that Renge already knew everything about him and played Takamura instead. Takamura promises to claim revenge and Renge is amused enough to humor Takamura. Meanwhile, to everyone else, it's no secret that the two of them are circling around each other. With yakuza and past memories at play, will the two of them be able to admit the feelings they have for each other?
Tsubaki Mochizuki, an omega and captain of the school's judo team, regularly clashes with alpha karate captain, Ruuji Ishio, in their shared gym. However, a heated argument leads to a joint punishment and a warning from Ishio. He cautions Mochizuki to be wary of his omega pheromones and confesses his attraction towards him as an alpha. Despite protesting, Mochizuki wants nothing to do with Ishio after feeling belittled by him. Mochizuki plots revenge and chooses to sexually harass Ishio, unaware of his true feelings. However, danger lurks around the corner, and there are greater threats to Mochizuki beyond Ishio's attraction.
1-4) A group of university colleagues put Shirashi, a doctor at a hospital, through an "examination" that later became a notorious video titled "Midnight at the Doctor's Office." Now, Shirashi lives in constant dread of the video being made public, especially to his fellow neurosurgeon and student doctor, Tsuda. Is Shirashi's apprehension warranted? 5) Teraoka Kimihiko, a stern but kind individual, exposes surgical intern Nakahara Aoi's secret, causing Aoi to feel ashamed. However, when Teraoka uses this secret to coerce Aoi into a sexual relationship, things take a sadistic turn. Can Aoi escape, and does he even want to? 6) Sakuya, the son of a CEO in high school, has trust issues and has never been able to rely on anyone to be honest with him. However, when his father leaves secretary Kagami in charge during a business trip, Sakuya begins to develop feelings for the older man's benevolence. 7) Despite Hibiki's fate to lead a tea school, no one seems to acknowledge his skills beyond being an inheritor, even Tateyama. While Tateyama displays benevolence towards him, there are underlying shades of darkness. 8) Another tale featuring Aoi and Teraoka-sensei.
"The love displayed is uncomplicated yet agonizing." During Genta's solo trip to Paris, he encounters the alluring Kamisaka, an older gentleman. As they spend time together, Genta finds himself captivated by Kamisaka. On their final night, Kamisaka invites Genta to embrace him passionately. However, Kamisaka interprets it as a casual fling, leaving Genta disheartened. To his shock, they reunite after enlisting in the same university. Genta boldly admits his feelings, but Kamisaka surprises him by suggesting a purely physical relationship. Subsequently, Kamisaka takes Genta by surprise and kisses him. Thus, a fresh form of love emerges, one that originates from the body.
An author who only finds inspiration after sex and the easygoing friend who's always willing to help alleviate his writer's block.