Following in her mother’s footsteps, Nao became a traditional Japanese sweets maker, and at 21, she’s about to take the industry by storm. With unparalleled artistry and a bright attitude, she gets an offer to work at a world-class confectionary company. But when she meets the young, handsome owner, she recognizes his cold stare … It’s none other than Tsubaki, her childhood friend and first crush-the same boy who stood over his father’s bloodied body 15 years ago, and framed Nao’s mother for the murder. As the only witness of that fateful night, Nao is eager to chase down the truth and confirm her suspicions. Since Tsubaki has no clue who she is, she seizes her chance to get close to him, but instead of finding any answers, she begins falling deeper for Tsubaki’s allure …
 
(Source: Kodansha USA) 
 Note: Includes 4 bonus chapters

Six months after their long-anticipated wedding, Nao and Tsubaki spend their free time happily planning their honeymoon. During a wagashi delivery, Nao meets Kagami, a man who runs a poetry club and seems to know Tsubaki. Perhaps even better than she does. As Nao learns more about him and his club members, an attempt is made on Takigawa’s life! Curiously, the attack appears linked to poetry, the exact type that Kagami’s group studies. A few members are convinced it’s a curse, that one of their own is seeking revenge from beyond the grave…
 
(Source: Kodansha USA)
 
Note: Kodansha USA published this sequel's volumes under the main entry as volumes 17, 18 and 19.

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