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Shinmai Maou no Testament

2012, Light novel, 13 vol, 74%

Female Harem, Male Protagonist, Heterosexual

When his oddball father suddenly decides to remarry, high school student Toujo Basara is about to acquire some very peculiar new family members. Enter his new seductive step-sisters, Mio and Maria. When Basara discovers that one of his step-sisters is a succubus and his other a…

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About The Dreaming Boy Is a Realist

2020, Light novel, ongoing, 76%

Wataru Sajou, deeply infatuated with his beautiful classmate Aika Natsukawa, approaches her with unwavering determination, fueled by dreams of their shared love. However, one day he wakes up questioning his worthiness of being with someone as wonderful as her. Fearing he's not good enough, Wataru begins to create distance, leaving Aika puzzled. She starts to believe he now despises her. Will they ever find the courage to bridge the gap between them?

(Source: Monogatari Novels)

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