TOP MANGA OF THE WEEK

"Maybe I've been waiting for such a moment for a long time!" While being estranged by his daughter and being blamed by his wife, middle-aged office worker Iwashita lived modestly in his own way. This was his norm at least until he met a girl, Shiina, who suddenly appeared one day in front of him. She approached Iwashita as a 'customer' for "a meal for 20,000 yen". A story of a small escape begins with a painful and dazzling 15-year-old girl seeking her own value and a 40-year-old middle-aged man struggling between reason and desire.

I became an evil.. and I decided to find and kill the people who made me who I am today.

A troubled half-demon finds it difficult to overcome her past, but with the help of those she least wanted around, perhaps she will change her destiny.

After a long flight, Reese finally arrives in Thailand to work as Orca's personal manager. But instead of jumping straight into work, Orca drags him around for sightseeing and family visits! For a total workaholic like Reese, how is he supposed to deal with all this? And waitOrca has another man in Thailand?! From the hit GagaOOLala series First Note of Love comes the exclusive comic adaptation A Tune for Two. The melodies they haven't finished composingstart right here.

Wilfred, known as the "Martial Tyrant," is a king feared by his subjects. Alicia, a princess from a humble background, is married to King Wilfred in a political arrangement. Alicia is afraid of the intimidating Wilfred at first, but over time, she begins to notice his hidden, more gentle side. In return, Alicia's kind and innocent personality also touches Wilfred's heart… This is a story of a marriage of opposites, where a solitary king discovers love with a sunny princess and become the happiest couple in the world!

You won't believe the secret I carry about my marriage... Natasha was at the funeral of her husband who was killed in a sudden accident, when she spotted the plastic surgeon, Matteo, among the attendants. Natasha was understandably upset because they were lovers up until the night that she and Pieta were wed. On the night of the funeral, Natasha allowed the angry Matteo to visit her. Overwhelmed by desire, she found herself devoted to him... and soon after, discovered signs that she may be pregnant! Natasha makes a swift decision — ro reveal everything to him, including the hidden secrets of her marriage.

If the legend is true, who will be my husband? Vacation in Hawaii! Jill looks out the window of her luxurious hotel and her eyes meet the man in the room facing hers. He’s the workaholic she sat next to during her flight! Then Jill receives a package containing a wedding dress from her friend. There’s a legend that states whoever receives this dress will marry the next man she meets. As long as it’s not the neighbor across from her!

I'm being toyed with by a billionaire who knows my secret… While she's working as a maid for a wealthy old woman, Wilda’s peaceful life is shattered by an unexpected reunion. Damian Demonides is a billionaire who knows her secret. Two years ago, Wilda, then a singer, was involved in a messy scandal that tarnished her reputation. But to think that Damian would be her employer's son… If her past is found out, she might lose her job. Then Damian comes forward with an offer to Wilda…to pretend to be his girlfriend and accompany him to a business dinner!

Having formed a party and found companions he can explore the world with, Arihito is finally settling into his new normal as a Seeker in the Labyrinth Country. But when a girl goes missing, he's soon plunged deeper into the dungeon than his party is prepared to handle...Despite joining up with "Death Sword" Elitia and Shrine Maiden Suzuna, Arihito and his team may be in way over their heads!

This is my feelings for my unrequited love

Romano is the owner of a cake factory with amazing sweets, and also a spy after a mafia. One of his most loyal clients, Sasha, is actually a drug lord and Romano's investigation target. As feelings start to get in the way of their very different occupations, hijinks ensue.

Hinata Asahi is a high school student who lives alone with only her teddy bears to keep her company. Her life becomes much more exciting when the handsome Shirou Asou, moves in next door -- not only is he really cute (even if much older), but he's also her new teacher! Hina has a bit of a crush on Asou-sensei, but when the older man seems to take an interest in her as well, is it a forbidden love or something else? (Source: Tokyopop)

From Tokyopop: Drawing on CLAMP’s own personal experiences, The One I Love provides insight both into the creators’ own lives, and into the oft-elusive concept of Love itself. This intimate collection of short stories and essays doesn’t skirt issues at the heart of the matter such as insecurity, honesty, distance, independence, age, and - of course - marriage. This one-volume anthology comprises 12 individual stories, each of which consists of seven pages of manga and two pages of prose. This unique and romantic 12-story anthology dives into the heart of the matter of insecurity and honesty, marriage and independence, and, of course, the single subject CLAMP seems to know best: love.

Sophia, the daughter of a marquis, was engaged to the second prince, Delm. Both of them worked at the Royal Institute of Magic Research, but Delm often pushed his work onto Sophia under the guise of their engagement. One day, Sophia invented a new type of magic, but Delm stole her research paper and registered the magic under his own name. When Sophia demanded her rights back, Delm refused and falsely accused her of lying about the theft. As a result, Delm was celebrated as a genius within the institute, while Sophia was ridiculed and labeled incompetent for failing to produce any results. Her reputation as a researcher was ruined, and her only cherished laboratory was taken away by Delm. To make matters worse, Delm declared their engagement annulled, stating, "Someone as incompetent as you isn't worthy of being my fiancée." Devastated, Sophia returned to her family estate, having lost everything. However, through a twist of fate, she became engaged to Leo Santorina, known as the "Ice Wolf Prime Minister" for his cold demeanor. Despite his reputation, Leo was kind-hearted but awkward in expressing himself. With his love and support, Sophia gradually succeeded as a researcher. Meanwhile, Delm's downfall began to unfold...

One day, Haruka-senpai's naughty secret that I saw in the nurse's office♡ Amelia, who was looking for "stimulation" for some reason, is invited by Haruka-senpai...?

Reito Harukaze, who had climbed to the highest rank of adventurers, had retired. One day, as he was thinking of living a quiet, retired life, a beautiful gal named Karen Hiiragi appeared before him. "Hey, mister, buy me a meal!" Upon hearing that Karen was in trouble with money, Reito decided to give her a basic lecture on dungeon conquering. "Thanks to you, I was able to conquer my first dungeon! Master!" He actually wanted to retire and live a slow life...

Abused in the back palace, Lusienne remembers her previous life with the shock of a blow to the head. …You're lying, right? Lusienne la Verrier is the name of the villainous princess in that otome game I liked. But wait, how old am I now? Isn't Lusienne's life too hard from the very beginning? This is a story about a young princess (who surprisingly doesn't care) who has been oppressed despite being royalty, and a (yandere) assassin who gradually begins to think that such a pitiful princess is cute, and they become friends ten years before the original story.

Iris and Rito — the ever-poised Student Council President and her mischievous Vice President — seem like polar opposites at Bell Stone Academy. She's the untouchable perfectionist; he's the carefree troublemaker. Together, they run the student council with precision and poise, never once breaking character. But behind their polished facades lie secrets neither dares to reveal. Iris becomes Ivy, a feared delinquent who lives for chaos and freedom. Rito transforms into Arto, a moody graffiti artist with fists as quick as his wit. Unknowingly, they’ve already crossed paths in the shadows of the city — always just out of reach. As their two worlds slowly intertwine, walls begin to crumble. They discover they're not so different after all — just two souls carrying the weight of sorrow, searching for meaning outside the roles they’re forced to play. Read their story as they uncover each other's truths, fall in love in the quiet in-between, and become the light that pulls one another out of the darkness.

Wei Daduo, a genius boy born in the Divine Realm, has always been a headache of the immortals because he can't control his divine power at all! In that case, the Divine Realm would be devastated by Wei Daduo's fart or sneeze one day... That's ridiculous!!! The immortals can't bear it anymore! They want Wei Daduo's power sealed! Unexpectedly, Wei Daduo seals himself millions of times because he has been dreaming about the worldly life and he also plans to start over as an ordinary cultivator in order to fully master his power... So his worldly life begins... with two runaway girls of an unknown sect!

“Seeking thieves—only those with determination and the willingness to do crime in the name of justice need apply.” Megumin’s adventures continue! She’s been living a peaceful life in Axel since forming a party with Kazuma and the others, but one night, she witnesses the wonderful work of a certain thief gang. Entranced by their coolness, she (without consulting them) decides to help them out…by starting her very own thief gang?! She’ll need to gather an elite force if she’s going to punish any corrupt nobles, but all the adventurers in Axel already know just how weird Megumin can be…

A gorgeously-illustrated, faithful manga adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ beloved classic! Set in the time just before Napoleon’s return to power, this adventurous tale follows the trials and tribulations of Edmond Dantès. After being unjustly imprisoned on the day of his wedding, Edmond devises a plan that leads to his escape, a hoard of treasure, and a new identity: the Count of Monte Cristo. A tale of courage, vengeance, romance and betrayal!

Chen Zhiliao is a modern straight-A student and a Kendo genius. He picked up gaming to woo a girl, but unexpectedly, he was struck by lightning and was transmitted into the game. Moreover, he could not log out! He tried to survive in the game, but he didn't expect to meet a powerful monster right at the beginning! Will the monster kill him, and game over? Or will he defeat the powerful monster?