Ascendance of a Bookworm: Short Story Collection

Six years have elapsed since Urano was reborn into a new existence as Myne, and her journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. What began as the humble life of a commoner swiftly evolved when she became an apprentice shrine maiden, ultimately thrusting her into the intricate world of nobility as Rozemyne, the adopted daughter of an archduke. Yet, her dramatic rise has not only transformed her own fate—it has sent ripples through the lives of everyone around her, often in ways she barely realizes. This inaugural volume of the Short Story Collection gathers previously unpublished chapters spanning Parts 1 through 4, offering readers a comprehensive look at the events unfolding just beyond the protagonist's line of sight. Across twenty-one distinct stories, familiar settings such as the lower city, the orphanage, the temple, and the Royal Academy are explored through a wide array of unique perspectives. Rather than following Rozemyne’s direct point of view, this collection delves into the thoughts and experiences of those within her ever-expanding circle. It reveals how friends, allies, and bystanders truly perceive her relentless actions, while illuminating the hidden events occurring in the places she cannot see. The result is a richly layered expansion of the beloved narrative, proving that the consequences of one book-obsessed girl's ambitions reach far wider than she ever imagined.