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Kraft Lawrence and Holo the Wisewolf’s epic romance continues in this special collector’s edition! All seems lost as Lawence desperately searches for the funds he needs to dodge financial ruin. But just how far is this merchant willing to go to protect his livelihood and his life?

Previously, Lawrence and Holo traveled to the town of Svernel in order to meet with the Myuri Mercenary Company and find out more about Holo's past companions and her home. But now Lawrence has gotten completely caught up in the political strife of the Debau Trading Company. It all surrounds the Debau Company's desire to issue a new currency, with which they have apparent plans to unite the surrounding northern region. For their aim, the Debau Company needs to acquire raw ore and materials but this has caused their opponents to increase their own efforts to foil this plan. In the middle of all this, Lawrence is trusted with delivering a forbidden text detailing the necessary mining techniques to the trading company's executive, Hilde Schnau but will it really go so smoothly?!

The Debau Company is headed to a point of no return. The radicals within the company have made their move and deposed the conservative faction, all the while steering the northlands closer to the brink of open battle. A certain wolf rushes South as fast as her paws can carry her, but can Lawrence and the Myuri Mercenary Company hold back the flames of war long enough for a chance at lasting peace?

The journey of the wisewolf and the traveling merchant comes to a riveting conclusion! Lawrence and Holo have thrown in their lot with Hilde and those loyal to the original mission of the Debau Company. Will they be able to wrest back control of the territory from the radical contingent?

As Krai’s dynamic with the high-level hunter from abroad worsens, his interest is diverted toward the relic auction starting up in the capital. He has his eye on winning the Reversible Face, and is planning to do just that when a girl named Éclair, the daughter of a nobleman, starts to compete with him for the same prize!

When Monica is invited by Caroline, the girl who caused her to fall down the stairs, to a tea party, she has her doubts but can’t find it in her to refuse. Sure enough, Caroline reveals her true motives at the tea party, demanding that Monica tell Cyril that the incident the other day was an accident! Monica stands firm, but when she drinks the tea Caroline offers her, she starts to feel something strange…and the person who rushes to her rescue is none other than—Claudia?!

The Fiancée Chosen by the Ring is a shojo (young girls) manga adaptation based on a hit web novel.

With the kidnapping incident behind her, Aurora and the others head back to the royal capital. Later, she’s summoned by Felix's mother and sister back to the Clavis estate, where she’s offered the opportunity to serve the crown princess as her lady-in-waiting...!?

Alicia was always proud of her wicked tongue, until she accidentally unleashed it on Duke. She may not be sure of her own feelings for him, but there’s no doubt she screwed up trying to explain them. Curiously, as Duke and Alicia’s relationship begins to change— Liz is never far behind...

Connie learns from San and Eularia the shocking truth behind Prince Ulysses’s kidnapping—that it’s all an excuse for Faris to wage war against Adelbide. What’s more, the same plan had been carried out ten years ago, and it was foiled only due to Scarlett Castiel’s execution. But how? Randolph, who comes to the same conclusion, makes his way to the Castiel estate to question the duke. Will the truth behind Scarlett’s demise be revealed at last…?

Two months prior, hordes of zombies took over the world and ended it all in the blink of an eye. In the face of such despair, high schooler Maiko Inui and her peers are determined to survive. Armed only with scavenged supplies and the clothes on their back, they wage war against the zombies who have taken everything from them. But an even greater danger stands before them—not the zombies, but the cruel humans shaped by this new world! Will Maiko and her friends ever reclaim their happy adolescent lives?

It's the day of the fireworks display, and Chihiro's come down with a fever! At Saki's recommendation, a worried Sakuya decides to visit him at home. But when the ill Chihiro opens up to her about his painful past, will Sakuya be able to accept the real, more vulnerable Chihiro, or will the two drift apart in the aftermath of his shocking confession?

The second semester of school is starting, and Chihiro's kinder attitude toward Sakuya is making her heart race! When he recommends her a book to read, she's positively overjoyed. But on the way home from a night of stargazing with the Star Appreciation Club, Chihiro suddenly approaches her! What does he want to talk about...?

After receiving a notice that a certain trading company has come to deliver materials, Monica goes to confirm with Elliot, but a small mistake in the company emblem tips her off to the fact that these men are up to no good. Sensing their suspicion, the intruders attack—and just when things start going out of control, an unexpected new face comes to their rescue?!

House Nuir has unleashed a monster spreading a foul miasma! To rescue her sister, Yui immediately sets out. And to help Yui, Kayana the Chief Palace Clerk reveals her true form!

When they lose their reason to fight, what is left?Relations between Primavera and the Chinese are quickly crumbling as Richard struggles with grief and guilt over the loss of precious Primavera members.Emotions run hot, especially with the US garrison major Gabriel stoking the fire. What will become of the American garrison, the Golden Dragons, and Primavera when the time for real change rushes in with the flames...?

The goddess Urd is in danger, and only Kirito and his friends can save her! The evil frost giants have invaded her homeland of Jotunheim, bringing death and destruction in their wake. The linchpin of it all is the frost giant king's sword-the legendary weapon Excalibur! If Kirito's crew can make it to the end of the dungeon and pull the sword from the stone, peace will be brought to the land once more!

Azusa just can’t catch a break! Between planning mushroom parties and visiting the World Tree, she’s busy, busy, busy…But a little adventure never hurt anyone-right?

Party at the rock fest! Will the new Kuku be a hit after tweaking her music a bit…?! Meanwhile, sparks fly when Halkara meets a serious business rival…And what’s this about a fighting contest in Flatorte’s hometown?

Aurora el la Porta is a noblewoman with one love -- the art of embroidery. While she attends the lavish evening parties her peers so adore, she’s not looking for a dance but inspiration for a new design! On one such night, distracted by the many beautiful dresses on display, she’s struck in the face by a mysterious wedding ring. When she picks it up, one of the finest knights in the kingdom approaches, declaring her his new fiancée! Aurora has no idea what’s going on, but one thing’s for sure -- she’s got a big decision to make...

In an unexpected twist, Aurora and Felix have been invited to a party hosted by the Lumis family—Felix’s bitter rivals! While he’s more than a little suspicious of Yule’s intentions, one thing is clear—his fiancée will need a new dress, and she’s got the perfect design in mind! At an event like this, standing out is a must, and Aurora’s determined to steal the show—even if she has to raise a few eyebrows along the way…

Aurora’s dignity hangs in the balance as Felix and his rival, Yule, brawl over her engagement with the heir of the Clavis family. But when their fight comes to a head, they are interrupted by none other than the Princess Royal herself! As more parties grow entangled in her affairs, Aurora begins to rethink her future and her feelings toward Felix—maybe there’s some truth to her so-called fake engagement after all?

With the music fest over and done with, it seems like the slow, laid-back life Azusa’s always wanted is just around the corner! Or that was the plan at least…After all, what could possibly go wrong during celestial banquets or vacations with Beelzebub’s family?

The Grail family has a single guiding principle in their lives—Thou Shalt Be Sincere. However, sincerity alone can only get a lady so far in the twisted world of high society...as meek Constance Grail soon learns after she is framed for petty theft and loses her fiancé and reputation in a matter of minutes. But one gaze on her isn’t quite as chilling as the others, though the woman’s uncanny resemblance to Scarlett Castiel must be a coincidence. After all, Scarlett isn’t just extremely wicked…she’s also very much dead.

Thanks to aid from the ghost of Scarlett Castiel, Constance escaped the incident at the Grand Merillian as the triumphant victim. Good deeds don’t come for free however, and the price for Scarlett’s help is vengeance! Although she was unabashedly wicked, the villainess is adamant that she was framed for poisoning the crown princess—but with no evidence, Constance has her work cut out for her. Perhaps the strange circumstances behind the apparent suicide of Lady Lily Orlamunde might provide some clues…

Shintaro Tokumitsu is a high schooler living all alone, but things take an unexpected turn when a girl named Towa shows up on his balcony! Not only is she incredibly pure and sweet, but there’s something different about her-something...divine. Just who is Shintaro’s new roommate, and what adorable high jinks lie in store?!

At this point, Azusa’s just about given up on her slow, laid-back life. After all, with a house full of elves, dragons, spirits, and now plants, every day is a new adventure. So it’s time for Azusa to enjoy each wild escapade to the fullest!

Shintaro never expected he’d get a roommate, or that this Towa girl would be a real-life angel. He’s been trying to keep her existence under wraps, but now his childhood friend Tsumugi has seen Towa in all her winged glory! And if a heavenly visitor wasn’t enough, Shintaro’s new coworker is a snow lady—a phantom whose moods can bring blizzards! What’s a guy to do…?

It’s been a week since Aurora was offered a place at The Tower where she can dedicate each day to her embroidery without interruption. That has always been Aurora’s dream, so why is she hesitating when given that exact opportunity? Felix, on the other hand, isn’t quite as divided on the issue, and he’s pulling out all the stops to convince her to stay with him instead. One night, after an unexpected encounter, Aurora finally sorts out her conflicting feelings, but can she tell Felix before her resolve fades?