KONAYUKI MASHIRO

Manae works as a companion, and has done for some time. Her younger coworkers call her "Mana the Devil" because of her strict, haughty, domineering attitude at work. But the truth is, she's still not over being told, "You're strong, so you don't really need me, right?" by her ex-boyfriend. Since then, Manae has stayed away from love and been committed to work, but one evening she meets Rinya Shinozaki, secretary to a congressman, at a party. He's quite taken with her, and while acting like a gentleman, Rinya beautifully and cunningly tries to steal a kiss from her lips. Although it feels dangerous, Manae thinks that giving herself over to this man and the pleasure he has to offer could finally release her from her fears...