Best of
Manga

2004

Fruits Basket: The Complete Collection


Natsuki Takaya - 2004
    Fruits Basket -- The Complete Series Box and More!

Death Note, Vol. 1: Boredom


Tsugumi Ohba - 2004
    But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami, a death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track down the killer. With L hot on his heels, will Light lose sight of his noble goal... or his life?BoredomLight tests the boundaries of the Death Note's powers as L and the police begin to close in. Luckily, Light's father is the head of the Japanese National Police Agency and leaves vital information about the case lying around the house. With access to his father's files, Light can keep one step ahead of the authorities. But who is the strange man following him, and how can Light guard against enemies whose names he doesn't know?

InuYasha Ani-Manga, Vol. 1


Rumiko Takahashi - 2004
    High-school coed Kagome lives with legends - a legendary tree, a legendary well, and a legendary fortune-teller grandfather. When her little brother goes into the shrine that houses the well, Kagome goes in to stop him from playing in dangerous places. Suddenly a demon appears and drags her into the well and out the other side into ... a legend. Rumiko Takahasi's vibrant tableaux of feudal Japan is filled with magic, demons, and a half dog-demon boy who is thrown together with the spirited, modern girl, Kagome, on an epic quest. This is where legends begin.

Fullmetal Alchemist Anime Profiles


Hiromu Arakawa - 2004
    Devoted exclusively to the splashy, kinetic cartoon series, this anime profile collection features actual cel artwork along with extensive character biographies and an episode guide. There's even a cool poster included for your wall. You've seen the cartoon show on TV. Now it's time to get your hands on this comprehensive anime profile guide!

Soul Eater, Vol. 1


Atsushi Ohkubo - 2004
    But themeisters' own personal quirks may prove a bigger obstacle than anysultry enchantress!

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Part 4—Diamond Is Unbreakable, Vol. 1


Hirohiko Araki - 2004
    Upon finding him, Jotaro is surprised to learn that Josuke also possesses a Stand. After their strange meeting, the pair team up to investigate the town’s proliferation of unusual Stands!

1/2 王子 1


Yu Wo - 2004
    where humans have developed highly realistic virtual reality games. The protagonist, 19 year-old female college student Feng Lan, is challenged by her twin brother Feng Yang Ming to play the newest popular virtual reality game - Second Life - without using the advantages of being a female character in the game. She decides to play as a male character and prove her skills as a swordsman. In the game, she makes many friends and her adventures begin.

種村有菜collection―満月をさがしてイラスト集


Arina Tanemura - 2004
    A collection of Arina Tanemura's art for the hit series Full Moon wo Sagoshite, as well as art from Kamikaze Kaito Jeanne, Short-Tempered Melancholic, and I-O-N.

Planetes Omnibus, Volume 2


Makoto Yukimura - 2004
    The award-winning hard science-fiction saga concludes in this definitive omnibus! Hachimaki makes the cut for the Von Braun Jupiter mission, but what awaits him past the farthest frontier? Back home, his compatriots Fee, Yuri, and Tanabe become embroiled in a war that threatens to trap Earth forever behind a wall of deadly space debris!

Reborn! Vol. 01: Reborn Arrives!


Akira Amano - 2004
    He only attends school so he can stare at his beautiful classmate Kyoko from afar. But Tsuna's life takes a dramatic turn when Reborn, a suit-wearing, gun-toting baby who claims to be an Italian hit man, shows up at his house. Reborn was sent to Japan to groom Tsuna for his future life as a big Mafia boss. Tsuna doesn't believe this absurd story, so Reborn shoots Tsuna in the head with his gun. As Tsuna faces his own death, he's filled with regret that he never confessed his feelings to Kyoko...and suddenly he's overcome with supernatural powers that allow him to run off screaming to tell Kyoko how much he loves her. After five minutes, Tsuna goes back to normal. Reborn explains how his gun works: when he shoots a person in the head, if that person has regrets about her life, then she will die and be reborn, temporarily endowed with special powers that enable her to fix or solve whatever is the source of her regret. (If Reborn shoots someone who is free of regret, she would die.)Tsuna becomes Reborn's disciple, and because Reborn shoots Tsuna in the head all the time, he is constantly being reborn and growing into a stronger and better person, gradually impressing those around him and making friends.---Taken from back cover:HERE COMES REBORN!Junior high student Tsuna is a failure at school, sports, and social life. He needs a Mafia hit man tutor like he needs a hole in the head...and he's about to get both!When Reborn, a fedora-wearing, gun-toting toddler, arrives and says he's come to groom Tsuna for his future as boss of an Italian organized crime family, Tsuna is more than a little skeptical. But Reborn may have the "magic bullet" necessary to turn Tsuna's life around!

Inuyasha: The Movie, Volume 1


Rumiko Takahashi - 2004
    

MegaMan NT Warrior, Vol. 4


Ryo Takamisaki - 2004
    But living in cyberspace isn't always fun and games. High-tech crimes and pesky viruses are always a big problem for the authorities. Thank gookness for MegaMan and his NetOperator, Lan Hikari. Together, they do their best to keep their hometown safe from being permanently deleted.Welcome to the year 200X. With a Personal Terminal (PET) and a NetNavi (NetNavigator) at their disposal, citizens of DenTech City are plugged into the Internet in a big way.But living life in Cyberspace can be tricky. Computer hacking, virulent viruses and high-tech crimes run rampant in the future.To the rescue comes a hyperactive little kid named Lan Hikari. When he teams up with MegaMan (his specially programmed NetNavi), he's DenTech City's top boy hero. With each new NetBattle, Lan and MegaMan get stronger and stronger. But when the pair achieves PerfectSynchro, the pint-sized NetNavi flips out. Now the NetPolice must do the unthinkable; they must destroy MegaMan before he destroys the world!

MegaMan NT Warrior, Vol. 3


Ryo Takamisaki - 2004
    But living in cyberspace isn't always fun and games. High-tech crimes and pesky viruses are always a big problem for the authorities. Thank gookness for MegaMan and his NetOperator, Lan Hikari. Together, they do their best to keep their hometown safe from being permanently deleted.Venturing deeper and deeper into the murky UnderNet, MegaMan and Lan Hikari come face to face with PharaohMan - a 20,000-year-old relic from a long-forgotten civilization.At his command, PharaohMan possesses the four holy warriors...each one as powerful as MegaMan himself!Quickly, the cobalt-colored NetNavi figures out the score. If he can defeat each of these warriors, he'll be able to wrestle their collective strength away from PharaohMan. With his pal GutsMan at his side, MegaMan is ready for a full-tilt fight. If he can defeat the fearsome foursome, he will be the strongest NetNavi in DenTech City!

Peach Girl: Limited Collector's Edition Volume 2: Boxed Set


Miwa Ueda - 2004
    ANIME NOVEL BOXED SET

Dance in the Vampire Bund Omnibus 5


Nozomu Tamaki - 2004
    As Mina searches for a cure in the ancient vampire capital known as Necropolis, Rozenmann's army lies in wait. Meanwhile, relations between the Vampire Bund and the Japanese government are starting to crumble and may lead to all-out war!

MegaMan NT Warrior, Vol. 2


Ryo Takamisaki - 2004
    What is it? MegaMan himself! Transformed by the mysterious "Beast" program, MegaMan has developed the unwelcome power to turn into a rampaging monster. While Lan's scientist dad searches for a solution, MegaMan and Lan try to deal with MegaMan's beastly new condition...while fighting the world's most powerful NetNavis!

Peach Girl: Limited Collector's Edition Volume 1: Boxed Set


Miwa Ueda - 2004
    Appeals to fans of "Mars" Winner of Kodansha Manga Award for "Best shojo" Teenage Soap Opera, appealing to the female teenage audience. 100% Authentic Manga Format.

Chi's Sweet Home, Volume 1


Kanata Konami - 2004
    When we found Chi it was clear to us she was completely distraught as she longed for the warmth and protection of her mother. Feeling sympathy for the little furball, we quietly whisked her away inviting her into our small apartment home... where pets are strictly not permitted. While we dread parting with her, there is no way she can stay.Little Chi is a happy and healthy litter-box trained kitten. And while she can be a little bit of a handful, she has been a great source of joy in our lives and a wonderful companion to our young son. Living with Chi has completely changed our lives, and we are sure she will have the same impact with whomever gives her a good home.

Trigun: Deep Space Planet Future Gun Action (Book 2) (Deep Space Planet Future Gun Action, 2)


Yasuhiro Nightow - 2004
    Everyone is after Vash the Stampede, but no one can put a bullet in him. Adding to the comedy is the pair of ladies working for an insurance company who must put a stop to Vash's destruction, though they certainly don't believe this amiable prankster is the vicious destroyer. It's a fun read, and super thick, packed full of silliness and action.

Gundam: The Origin, No. 9


Yoshikazu Yasuhiko - 2004
    

Five Star Stories #18


Mamoru Nagano - 2004
    Knights, known as "Headliners," control giant robots called Mortar Heads to protect the sanctity of each kingdom. Bound to the knights are the fatimas, fabricated humanoids who possess expanded mental abilities that make it possible for Headliners to control their robotic armor. The ground war between the forces of Di Barrow in search of the dragon nymph's "Water of Life" and the AKD in search of Suezhou's traveling companion, Ladios Sopp, continues with neither side knowing exactly why the other is in Kastenpo. The volume opens with the AKD capturing an enemy officer who informs them that Sopp and his pals are hiding out a marshland just off the battlefield. The AKD decides to deploy its mortar heads to cut Barrow off from the marsh and wait for Aisha to pinpoint Sopp's exact location.

苺ましまろ 3


ばらスィー - 2004
    Follows the lives of Nobue, her younger sister Chika, and Chika's friends Miu, Matsuri, and Ana as these cute girls try to solve problems and help each other out in the most adorable ways.

Dragon Knights, Volume 16


Mineko Ohkami - 2004
    They've sworn allegiance to the Dragon Lord Lykouleon, and whenever evil shows up in the kingdom, it's up to the three Dragon Knights to save the day.

Planetes, Book 4.2


Makoto Yukimura - 2004
    recommended for all collections and especially for teen and adult fans of Alita and Cowboy Bebop." -Library Journal *"As hard science fiction, and as human drama, Planetes is a manga at the peak." -Scott Green, Aint-It-Cool-News.com *"Planetes Vol. 1...got me first interested in science-fiction at a young age. Planetes is not one that you want to miss. I absolutely cannot wait for the next volumes of Yukimura's masterpiece." -Greg McElhatton, iCOMICS.com Fee decides to spend more time with her family and questions whether she'll ever return to space. 500 million miles away, Hachimaki is at the threshold of a new era for mankind as the crew of the Von Braun finally reach Jupiter. Back on Earth, the engineer of the Jupiter Mission, Weiner Locksmith, becomes haunted by the deaths of all those who lost their lives in pursuit of his vision.

Gundam: The Origin: Volume 10


Yoshikazu Yasuhiko - 2004
    Ranba Ral himself sets out in his Mobile Suit, the Gouf, to battle the White Base and the Gundam. Have Amuro and the Gundam finally met their match? One of the Gundam's legs is blown off at the knee joint. Disturbed by all that he is forced to go through, Amuro leaves the White Base with the Gundam.

ヒストリエ 1 [Historie, Vol. 1]


Hitoshi Iwaaki - 2004
    Historie takes place in ancient Greece and follows the life of Eumenes and his childhood, who would later in his life grow up to be the secretary and general to Alexander the Great.Historie has won the (14th) Media Arts Awards 2010 "Grand Prize" in Manga Division, and was also a finalist for the 10th Osamu Tezuka Culture Award.

Galaxy Angel: Volume 4


Kanan - 2004
    As they head toward Planet Lome, home of the anti-Eonia headquarters, the danger is growing. With Prince Shiva threatened, the Angel Troupe must focus on the mission at hand. Now if only Milfeulle can manage to think straight! So what if Ranpha and Takuto kiss? Why should it matter to her? For some reason, it keeps eating at her, but the enemy waits for no woman. Eonia and the Hell Hounds are on the move and the Elle Ciel is for the fight of its life!

Dragon Knights, Volume 14


Mineko Ohkami - 2004
    As the Demon Hordes threaten the peace of Dusis, only the Dragon Lord and his clan can stop them, but they will need help from the magical dragon swords, each of which comes with it own master.

Dragon Knights, Volume 13


Mineko Ohkami - 2004
    Accompanied by three small Faeries, Nohiro follows a call to the Eastern continent of Arinas, where he discovers Kharl's castle.

Tenshin Ranmanki Origami Volume 1


Aqua Mizuto - 2004
    Ever since she was little, she has had unbeatable luck. All the girls in her class even come to her to ask for luck with the boys they like! Although an orphan, Yuna is not sad. She still has her older brother, and together they fight through everything. But one day, Yuna meets this strange attractive boy who demands that she gives the only momento she has of her mother to him…

The New Generation of Manga Artists: The Kao Yung & Kuan-Liang Portfolio


Graphic-Sha Publishing - 2004
    Their drawing style has been influenced by Japanese manga and anime. However, their artwork shows their own originality. For example, their characters have the look of Chinese heroes and heroines. Those exotic characters should attract many manga fans. The book contains 64 color illustrations in the first half; one third of the artwork has never been published before and was especially drawn for this book. The second half of the book features from the artists tips on creating artwork. These black and white pages present not only the completed designs, but also rough sketches, thoughts at the creation stage, and comments from the artist, as well as the artist's sources of inspiration.

卵の日 [Tamago no Hi]


直野儚羅 - 2004
    Contains elements of fantasy, horror, comedy, romance, action, adventure and drama. Centers around 4 supernatural male characters and 1 female who joins them.After the erosion of the atmosphere (dimensional barrier), the world itself is about to cease (disappear). What's left of mankind has used up every bit of technology that remained. To defend the world they built artificial bodies.

How to Draw Manga Getting Started Kit


Manga Artists - 2004
    Also in the set is 5 sheets of double sided 8 1/2 x 11 3/4 paper, black ink illustrations pen, 8" ruler, 2 pencils, eraser, and plastic curve template. The set is packaged in a hard plastic case, good for storage or travel. (****Additional Text****) A Previews Exclusive! Imported from Japan! You've read the books. You've got your ideas ready to run down your arm to the waiting paper... but how do you get started? Graphic Sha and Previews have the answer with the official How to Draw Manga "Getting Started" Illustration Kit! This indispensable kit is perfect for any budding manga-ka to launch their first project, and includes: a copy of the 128-page English-language book, How To Draw Manga: Getting Started featuring informative chapters on "the basics," Characters, Tone, Storytelling, and even backgrounds! PLUS: 10 sheets of 8 ?" x 11 ?" (A4-size) authentic Deleter brand Manga Illustration Paper, One Deleter Black Ink Illustration Pen, One Deleter brand "Neo-Piko" Color Marker (one pen, TWO tips, thick and thin!), One Plastic Curve Template, an 8" Plastic Ruler, Two Pencils, and an Eraser... all packaged in a durable, hard plastic case, perfect for storage or travel!

Dragon Knights, Vol. 17


Mineko Ohkami - 2004
    They've sworn allegiance to the Dragon Lord Lykouleon, and whenever evil shows up in the kingdom, it's up to the three Dragon Knights to save the day.

Sky Blade: Sword of the Heavens, Vol. 2


Hyun Kang-Suk - 2004
    The Divine Goddesses instead stage a kidnapping of Il-Geum, dropping him off in front of the cave of the Twin Devils of North and South. He lends a hand to the Twin Devils by reading the book Art of Spiritual Heaven aloud to them. Whoever masters this art has the power to conquer the land Il-Geum falls asleep and never finishes reading the book, but unaware of that fact, the Twin Devils fly off in haste. Ji-Ro discovers Il-Geum and realizes that Il-Geum has acquired immense power-and now is his only chance to get rid of Il-Geum for good...

Galaxy Angel: Volume 2


Kanan - 2004
    Ranpha has an ulterior motive for going to the planet - to find the Secret Hot Spring that will foresee her future lover. However, things don't always go as planned. Ranpha and Milfeulle fall into Lulu's trap and are captured. Lulu tells Takuto to hand over Prince Shiva for their safe return. What will Takuto do?

Zippy Ziggy Volume 2 (V. 2)


Eun-Jeong Kim - 2004
    With the exception of having a screwed up cross-dressing devil for a dad, Shinghi's life is absolute perfection until one day, Sung-Hae - a complete martial artist freak who also likes to fib - transfers to his school. Fate has brought these two masters of lies together, and the two must battle it out to see who will be crowned the undefeated heavy-weight champion of fakeness!

Dragon Knights, Volume 15


Mineko Ohkami - 2004
    They've sworn allegiance to the Dragon Lord Lykouleon, and whenever evil shows up in the kingdom, it's up to the three Dragon Knights to save the day.

Real Bout High School, Volume 6


Sora Inoue - 2004
    

Those Who Hunt Elves Volume 4


Yu Yugami - 2004
    When the Hunters reach a town full of fortunetellers, they decide to enlist their help to locate the Elves with the remaining spell fragments. But in that town, the Hunters encounter a strange cult led by an Elf with a horribly evil agenda. Before you know it, Junpei, Airi, Ritsuko and Celcia are taking her on to save the world!

Imperfect Hero Volume 1 (Imperfect Hero)


Gureko Nankin - 2004
    G5 is a special unit trained to fight and protect Earth against the invasion of Galactic force Gurdark and composed of five members (Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, and Pink). After an intense battle with Gurdark, the queen named Mayura is injured and goes into hiding on Earth. When Yuji finds Mayura and her pet, Poyo, hungry in a park, he decides to take them in. Mayura then tells Yuji that she is tired of the Gurdark life style and wants to look for a boyfriend, but Yuji is worried that other members will find out that he is living with the archenemy...

Eien no With


Saya Miyauchi - 2004
    

Digimon Tamers, Vol. 1


A. Hondo - 2004
    The kids try to be Digimon 'Tamers,' aka Digimon caretakers, but they all seem to have different opinions on what that should entail. Rika thinks Digimon should fight, Henry thinks they should never fight, and Takato ... seems to be somewhere in the middle. Being a Tamer isn't just about believing one thing or another. It's about learning and adjusting for the good of everyone else. But they have a long way to go, and their problems are just beginning.

Those Who Hunt Elves: Volume 6


Yu Yagami - 2004
    Now the Elf Hunters' trek for the spell fragments continues. They head deep into the ocean to help an Elf being attacked by a terrifying monster-shark, and then help the townspeople in a small village full of Pizzi look-alike teddy bears. Remember when Celcia was turned into Spot the dog? This time she's turned into a panda! Read this volume to find out the how and the why!

Kaze ni Chiru Hanabira to Kiss


Himegi Mika - 2004
    He falls at first sight, only noticing later that it was a BOY

Bow Wow Wata Volume 2


Umekawa Kazumi - 2004
    How is this possible? Doctor Yashiro understands animal talk! Amazingly, this incredible gift was passed down to his son, Tasuke, who is not really excited about his newfound abilities. When he falls head over heels for Funakoshi Misato, Tasuke decides to adopt her pet dog, Wata. Unfortunately for Tasuke, Wata is a dog that will bite anyone but her master Misato.

Those Who Hunt Elves Volume 7


Yu Yagami - 2004
    For example, fat and jolly Santa Clauses (yes Virginia, there is more than one Santa Claus) bounce around the surreal countryside. Even the laws of science and nature are slightly different. Junpei, whose strength only seemed to be physical up to now, suddenly impresses his friends with his intellectual might. Junpei? Smart? Puleeeeze! In the strange world in which our heroes find themselves, wherever they go, the stalwart adventurers, Junpei, Celcia, Airi and Ritsuko are always selflessly helping those in need aid. However, to Celcia's dismay, she is still stuck in her her adorable (to everyone else, that is) panda form. The adventures of the Elf Hunters continue as they search high and low for the fragments to the magic spell that could mean their ticket home!

Special A, Vol. 1


Maki Minami - 2004
    He always comes out on top no matter what he does, and Hikari is determined to do whatever it takes to beat this guy!At age 6 Hikari lost to Kei in an impromptu wrestling match. Now, at 15, Hikari joins "Special A," a group of the top seven students at a private academy, for the opportunity to trounce the guy who made her suffer her first defeat. This opens doors to the discovery of many new things for both of them....

Mebiusu Dōmei 5


Sachi Minami - 2004
    Her mother is the board chairman of the school, and Matsuri is under a lot of pressure to be the perfect student. One day after a grueling meeting in her mother's office at school, Matsuri encounters two boys who treat her differently. One is Takemasa Andou-kun, a smart, quiet guy who is known for keeping to himself and not talking much. The other is Watanuki-kun. Kaguya Watanuki is a very cute, outgoing, athletic guy. He and Andou-kun are classmates, but they don't appear to be friends. Later Matsuri happens to find out about her favorite idol pop singer and those two's relationship... This sets up an interesting love triangle...

Those Who Hunt Elves: Volume 5


Yu Yagami - 2004
    Her goal? To take over the world and control everything in it! Our elf hunters set out to free the people from her iron yoke, making a few friends in the process. But they could use a little extra gold as they set out on this task, so they decide to enter...a museum management contest! With a little ingenuity, they manage to come out on top, but who could've guessed that when it came time for the final showdown, our heroes would come face-to-face with the chance to return home?

Window


Yagi, Katsu - 2004
    He must yell "Ghost" from the top of his lungs and have the girl in the mansion close the window. Many years has passed since his childhood and he recalls the mystery of the girl by the mansion.

Stone Volume 1


Shin-ichi Hiromoto - 2004
    Civilization is without hope. Awesome and terrifying creatures scour the sand, searching for food and facing off against the few human survivors. Gigi is a mysterious girl with the power to see through the sand sea. Her tribe has endured against the great sand whales, but the hunt has turned dry of late and things are looking bleak. In her hardscrabble search for survival, Gigi meets a pirate Sabu on the sand sea. The future of their peoples - and the success of their quest for something to believe in - just may depend on these two ...

Suki Hajimari no Kiss


Shin Yumachi - 2004
    He won't pay special attention to anyone he's not with, at least that's what she thought until he suddenly kissed her one day. What does he really want?!

Worst 1


Hiroshi Takahashi - 2004
    The main character, Hana Tsukishima, a freshman at Suzuran, comes from a very distant countryside in Japan. Although gentle and warm hearted, Hana is a tough fighter who has no problem facing several opponents at one time. His ambition is to claim the bancho status (the head) and unify/bring order to Suzuran by defeating whomever comes in his way with the support of both his friends and upperclassmen who are drawn to his strength and character. At other times, he must fight thugs from rival schools and gangs. This series is what is traditionally called a Yankee Manga (Yankee having a different meaning and pronunciation than in English), which typically involves delinquent young men and thugs filled with action-packed fighting sequences but also presented with a lot of humor.

Suki Hani: Scandalous Honey


Shin Kawamaru - 2004
    The only difference is her boyfriend, Hiro, is an upcoming actor in the entertainment industry. Therefore their love life has to be kept in secret. But Hiro's manager wants them to break up in order to not taint Hiro's popularity....

H (Eichi) Vol. 1


Machiko Sakurai - 2004
    He smokes. He leaves class without warning. And at night, he works as a host. Will their relationship develop into something more than student and teacher? Read H and find out!

Mystical Prince Yoshida-kun!, Volume 1


Natsuki Yoshimura - 2004
    The unassuming Kaoru knows nothing of the responsibility that awaits him, and when faced with such a life-changing decision, he chooses to continue leading his normal, albeit strange, life. Kaoru is certainly a special fellow, as his knowledge of magic and special powers increase. With his trusty sidekick, Ageha, always by his side, nothing seems to change...until his identity becomes known! Those who are convinced that this Yoshida Kaoru is the one King Dark Fleet has appointed make it their decision to usurp this outsider. When Kaoru finds that he must face the elements against him from this world of mystery, he has no choice but to accept his charge and discover a world he never thought possible, fighting evil around every corner in order to fulfill his destiny.

Galaxy Angel: Volume 3


Kanan - 2004
    Meanwhile in the Elle Ciel, a mysterious man visits Milfeulle at night and leaves a rose. Ranpha thinks it is romantic, but everyone else is concerned that there is an enemy aboard the ship. With Eonia mounting his forces, Elle Ciel and Prince Shiva must be protected at all costs!

儷人蠻 1 [Li Ren Man 1]


Guixiu You - 2004
    However, the emperor already has a benevolent and loving wife, and he does not wish to take in a new wife. Already angry that her new "husband" is weak, timid, and puny, the rejected Princess Hakunamatata began to create endless trouble in the Palace! She is straightforward and fearless, and does whatever she wants! Instead of confronting Princess Hakunamatata, the empress decides to betroth her to the emperor's uncle, who absolutely finds the princess intolerable. Amidst all the hilarity and misunderstanding, a conspiracy is slowly emerging from the shadows - and all four characters' fate will change forever.