Mangaka: Jyun Hayase, Yue Matsuyuki Publisher: Yen Press Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Humor Tropes/Tags: Marriage of Convenience, magic, grumpy-sunshine **** I’ve had this series sitting on my shelf f…
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