Boys Love - Page 22

Kim Jiho's source of income involves pickpocketing on the streets. Following a physical assault by the proprietor of his living quarters, he finds himself wandering aimlessly with no destination in mind. Hopelessness seizes him, and he sits in front of a car while a fleeting thought crosses his mind: "If I were to perish here, it would be best if the car were valuable." His particular musings result in an expensive car halting precisely in front of him, and the driver asks him if he'd like to come along if he has nowhere else to go. Kim Jiho, believing that even kindness has a price, agrees and accompanies the driver. However, the driver never requests anything from Kim Jiho after giving him a ride.

After his mother sets off on her honeymoon, Mura, a rebellious high school student, has to deal with his new stepbrother Subaru's irritating company. Balancing the school's rumors is already a challenge, but Mura's life takes a surprising turn when he shares a forbidden kiss with another person in the locker room. The kiss is recorded by shounen-ai fans and distributed, transforming Mura's life dramatically. This is Takaguchi Satosumi's maiden venture into BL narration.

"The kind of play I prefer is a little too hardcore for newbies." Seo-ha, a university lecturer, is a natural submissive with deeply ingrained masochistic tendencies. Yet, fear of being outed has kept him from ever pursuing a real partner, leaving him to indulge only in fantasies. When the fellow professor he has been secretly admiring announces their engagement, Seo-ha is devastated. In a moment of impulsive rebellion, he turns to a BDSM community to find a one-night play partner, hoping to finally experience the domination he's always craved. But this leap into the unknown may lead him down a path far more intense—and dangerous—than he ever imagined.

For weeks, a mysterious man has been setting Gyeol’s dreams on fire. By day, Gyeol lives a quiet life as a construction worker. But after locking eyes with a stranger at a job site, his nights are consumed by vivid, erotic dreams that leave him shaken - and wanting more. When he unexpectedly runs into the man again, reality begins to feel just as charged as his fantasies. The stranger introduces himself as Yesung: handsome, magnetic, and impossible to read. His smile is too perfect, his gaze too knowing. He crosses lines without hesitation, drawing Gyeol into a game with no clear rules. As tension smolders between them, Gyeol finds himself spiraling deeper into Yesung’s world, unable to tell where desire ends and danger begins. But play with fire too long, and one is bound to get burned.

Single father Nanjou is raising his son, Chiharu, on his own. Aiba, one of Chiharu's teachers at the daycare center, often stays late at the Nanjou household to care for the child, gradually taking on a maternal role. What will happen in the relationship between Nanjou and Aiba? As time passes, Chiharu forms a friendship with Satoshi, another child from the daycare. However, their friendship is put to the test when Chiharu's feelings for Satoshi remain unrequited. How will this affect their relationship? Bonus one-shot story: "Otome Danshi no Houkago Lesson" (Girlish Boys' After School Lesson)

Makoto is as average and ordinary as an omega gets. He’s nothing like Rio, the model du jour he’s been assigned to manage. Rio is charismatic, popular, drop-dead gorgeous, and most importantly, an alpha—everything Makoto can’t stand! Makoto is determined to keep their relationship strictly business, even though Rio seems fixated on winning over his prickly new manager with sweet talk and claims of love at first sight. But when a sudden heat has Makoto riled up on his talent’s bed…how long can he keep saying “no comment” to destiny?!

Fact: College upperclassman Aimi is, like, the hottest guy on campus. And word is that for those who dare to date him, he has just one rule—he can do whoever he wants whenever he wants without having to answer for it. Which is all fine and good in theory…but in practice, his partners can’t leave fast enough when reality sinks in! At least, that’s how it always went until his underclassman, Kaede, came along. Even kissing his side piece doesn’t seem to faze his supposed boyfriend—which makes Aimi wonder if Kaede even likes him! And what is this strange feeling that keeps bubbling up when he watches Kaede chatting with some cute girls…? Source: Yen Press

1. Zenbu, Ω na Ore no Sei: Hamerareta Houkago 2. Danshiryou no Kedamono, Kegasareta Inu. 3. Ore no Osananajimi ga Hatsujou shichattara, Ireru shika Nai Yaro? 4. Ore no Osananajimi ga Meccha Erokawaikute Tsuide ni Kyuuketsuki Datta Ken 5. Pantsu no Kazu dake Ai ga Aru! Onee Designer ni Horaremashita! 6. Zenbu, Nyanko na Ore no Sei. Note: This entry is for the print volume published by Magazine Magazine in 2017. The 8 chapter ebook release of the title story sold by Bevy does not meet the Manga Database Guidelines because it is an unpublished digital comic, and will not receive its own entry.

After a traumatic coming-out experience, Riku has steered clear of love. But that changes when self-assured Yoshimi enters the picture. Yoshimi zeroes in on Riku's vulnerabilities, but what does he really want? This is a tale of both physical and emotional growth for Yoshimi and the gentle Riku, who are both in need of discipline, guidance, and tenderness. Also features a one-shot: "Before Trembling Hands."

Gay men who develop feelings for straight men may struggle to find happiness. I was content simply being near him, but then... Sakisaka, a member of the Sales Division, harbors feelings for Toujou, his senior director. He never planned to reveal his crush, but Toujou's recent affectionate behavior is causing confusion. Where will these complicated emotions lead them?

I want to be the reason you, whose name I don\'t even know, choose to live one more day tomorrow.

1. Aru Hi, Bokura ga Koi ni Ochitara 2. Soshite, Bokura no Koi ga Tsuzuite 3. Kirai ni Naranaide 4-5. Kirai ni Narenakute 6. Desktop Lover 7. Koko ni, Futari de Kagi wo Kaketara