Wakasama wa Kannou Shousetsuka

Shiina Keisuke has always dreamed of stepping into the intoxicating world of erotic literature, where passion spills across the page and forbidden desires find their voice. When he finally lands a position as an editor in the publishing industry, it feels like the culmination of every fantasy he has ever harbored. But this is no ordinary job for Keisuke—his singular ambition is to work alongside Kuroki Chihiro, a legendary author whose evocative prose has captivated his imagination like no other. However, the reality of Chihiro’s reputation is far removed from the romanticized image Keisuke holds. Among the editorial staff, she is spoken of in hushed, fearful tones—a creative force of nature with an unnerving capacity for cruelty, known as a devil in human form. Her demands are ruthless, her temper legendary, and her standards so impossibly high that she has broken the spirits of every editor assigned to her before. Yet Keisuke remains undeterred, convinced that the woman behind the masterpieces is worth any trial she may inflict. As he braces himself for an encounter that could either crown his dreams or shatter them entirely, he must prepare to face a reality far harsher than the fictions he so adores. With the future of his career hanging in the balance, the line between reverence and terror is about to blur—and Keisuke will discover exactly how far he is willing to go for the sake of the art he worships.