Presents

For as long as she can remember, a young girl named Kurumi has never received a single birthday present. Strangely, the passing years have left no mark on her; she remains perpetually youthful, convinced that her unnatural longevity is directly tied to the fact that she has never unwrapped a gift. Bound by this mysterious condition, Kurumi assumes a solemn duty: she travels across the globe, seeking out individuals to whom she bestows presents of her own. However, these offerings are far from benevolent. No matter what the recipients believe they desire, the gifts Kurumi delivers never align with their true wishes. Each present conceals a sinister underbelly, demanding a devastating price from those who accept it. What appears to be an act of generosity inevitably spirals into tragedy, transforming every exchange into a harrowing ordeal where the cost of receiving always outweighs the reward. This chilling exploration of cursed generosity comes from Inuki, a creator widely celebrated throughout Japan as "The Queen of Horror." Her signature ability to weave dread into seemingly innocent concepts defines the unsettling atmosphere of the story, ensuring that every gift Kurumi leaves behind carries an inescapable darkness.