Don't Be Cruel

This collection of romantic stories explores the complicated, often humorous dynamics between young men navigating desire and affection. In the opening tales, a studious bookworm named Nemugasa is caught attempting to cheat on an exam by Maya, a notorious playboy. Instead of reporting him, Maya demands a highly compromising favor in exchange for his silence, sparking a turbulent relationship fueled by impatience, hidden perversions, and unexpectedly pure-hearted love. As their story progresses into university life, they face new challenges together, while Maya’s cousin Jutta navigates a separate romance with his teacher. Meanwhile, Shiba Keisuke struggles to focus in class because he cannot stop daydreaming about his friend Aki; eager to advance their bond, the two must hilariously resort to rock-paper-scissors to decide who takes the lead in their intimacy. Other narratives delve into the friction of mismatched personalities and personal insecurities. Daijuu, a popular student, finds himself constantly clashing with his moody and selfish boyfriend, Kan, as both stubbornly fight for control over their relationship. Elsewhere, Soramoto experiences intense embarrassment during an intimate encounter with his casual partner, Hoshina, terrified that his choice of underwear will invite the exact same teasing he once directed at Hoshina.