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The glare was so fierce that all of them took a step back at the flames and sparks behind those normally sharp and carefully masked eyes, eyes which hid the blood lust and strong killing intent from the other two omegas. 3 12 months ago (171 views) Chapter 9. This story belongs to Yamano-Sensei and the other OCs belong to me. 0 /5 (1 votes) 455. Articles of chapter 91 (for example, clock or watch cases);. Read Finder Series - Vol. Section IV:. Chapter 15. "Toru, you are a lifesaver!" Akihito said gratefully as he took the bag off his guard's hands. His mind was content but there was still something missing. Read Finder Series - Chapter 2 | ManhuaScan. You can also go Manga Genres to read other manga or check Latest Releases for new releases. Asami forces. Join forum discussions on the manga Finder Series on MyAnimeList, the internet's largest manga database. 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I LOVE the finder series and thought why not write some of my fantasies here! This is my first time writing this sorta fics so please. Action; Adaptation; Adult;. Finder Series · Owl's tags · Top collections containing this manga : · Characters : · Same Author/Artist : · Rate this manga · Jump to chapter : 151. Read Finder Series - Vol. 5,363 ratings222 reviews. A-15px A+. In the end only Feilong and Akihito were left in the living room, while Asami and Arbatov excused themselves while saying that they want to take a smoke in the balcony. Erotic horror. Just as he’s about to pick it up, Akihito bursts out of his workroom. - Minimum release frequency. You are reading Finder Series manga, one of the most popular manga covering in Action, Drama, Yaoi genres, written by Yamane Ayano at MangaPuma, a top manga site to offering for read manga online free. My first ever Finder fanfic. Lica_An, Sqalo91, nanhae92, Kitanna9202, and 90 more users as well as 249 guests left kudos on this work!. Reviews and constructive criticism welcome. /5(votes) ActionShounenSupernatural. Read hottest Japanese manga & Korean comic & anime & Webtoon released on Webcomics. That doesn't stop him from shouting obscenities at them. . Freelance photographer Akihito Takaba is famous for his daring work in field journalism, willing to do anything to ensure the perfect shot and the exposure of evil. Stockholm Syndrome. Author: Kor-chan. Next > Chapter 2. 6: Extra 2: Loving PlantsDec 14, 2022. Sakazaki (Finder Series) Takato (Finder Series) Kou (Finder Series) Mikhail Arbatov; Yuri Arbatov; Additional Tags: Alternate Universe; Yaoi; Oral Sex; Out of character at times; Obsession; Attempted Kidnapping; Kidnapping; Murder; Torture; Language: English Series: Part 1 of Love and Darkness Next Work → Stats: Published: 2016-12-07. Follow/Fav Heinous. 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After the toast, and when things have settled down, she approached Asami. Comedy Romance. One that comes from a woman. Warnings: Smex, MPREG. 7M Rating : rate : 4. He really doesn’t want to wake up, he’s surrounded in pillowy softness and warmth. During a routine journalism assignment, freelance photographer Akihito Takaba is captured by the mysterious Asami, a powerful leader in Japan's underworld society. My Demonic Farm: A Progression Fantasy LitRPG by whisperingsnow. Asami forces his captive to undergo a night. Chapter 90. Freelance photographer Akihito Takaba is famous for his daring work in field journalism, willing to do anything to ensure the perfect shot and the exposure of evil. "I take it one of your informants at the precinct tipped you off," Yamazaki griped. On the other hand, Ryuuichi Asami is an. " Ogawa glanced aside at him as they joined the huddle of employees shuffling through the bottleneck. 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Finder Series [SCBB] - Volume 2 Chapter 5 : Twenty-three-year-old freelance photographer Takaba Akihito is captured by the mysterious Asami Ryuichi, the powerhouse of Japan's underworld society. All rights belong to Ayano Yamane. "I told you to wait! We still have to lock up!" "No, you do. February 29, 2012 – present. Chapter 8: Edible Fruit and Nuts; Peel of Citrus Fruit or Melons. Anime/Manga Finder Series. During a routine journalism assignment, freelance photographer Akihito Takaba is captured by the mysterious Asami, a powerful leader in Japan's underworld society. He pressed forwards even slower now, so slowly that Akihito's gag reflex reacted with a series of little chokes rather than any giant heaves. He could be losing his mind. Read Finder Series - . And much more top manga are available here. Chapter Text-Tokyo-The luxurious rooftop apartment was never exactly the quiet household ever since the energetic young man Akihito moved in almost twenty years ago. Asami usually had him wrapped in his arms, making him feel warm as cocoon whenever they slept together. Adult Comedy Drama Romance. However, no matter how much noise he makes or insults he jeers to instigate, he is left ignored. The next chapter, Chapter 0. 2 days ago. Anime/Manga Finder Series. Holy Glory. This chapter leaves me shocked with Asami’s actions. The white fur of his tail was matted with dried blood, but the young wolf himself was mostly fine. 3. While out on assignment trying to document the illegal activities of the Japanese underworld, photographer Takaba crosses paths with the dark. Read Finder Series - Chapter 5. Asami forces Takaba to undergo a night of pleasure and pain never before. Chapter 97. Series Finder > My Demonic Farm: A Progression Fantasy LitRPG > [B1] Chapter 8: Secrets of the Awakened [B1] Chapter 8: Secrets of the Awakened. Come and enjoy! 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She looked about his age, and slightly familiar although he couldn't place why. He can hear quiet, muffled voices outside his cage; the one they draped a blanket over as if he was a goddamn parrot. Chapter Text. Finder Series [SCBB] Chapter 1 Finder Series [SCBB] Chapter 2. I am. Search through more than 5,000 books on Reading Rockets — by author, illustrator, age, genre, format, and topic. Read Finder Series - Chapter 87 | MangaBuddy. Asami forces his captive to undergo a night of pleasure and pain never before imagined, but before long, the son of a powerful Chinese mafia boss also sets his. Pairing: Asami Ryuichi x Takaba Akihito. Finder summary: While out on assignment trying to document the illegal activities of the Japanese underworld, photographer Takaba crosses paths with the dark and mysterious.