Description
I LOVED HIM FIRST!
⚠️ ATTENTION: PREORDER — Estimated release date: January 19, 2027. Order by Monday, November 23, 2026 to guarantee your copy. Your book ships (or goes into your HOLDBOX) when it arrives.
A charming and funny friends-to-lovers BL one-shot manga about an ex-yakuza member who won’t let anything stand in the way of winning over his best friend’s heart—including that best friend’s boyfriend!Makoto, an ex-yazuka, has harbored feelings for his best friend Ayato since high school but has always been afraid to confess his love and risk ruining their friendship. Instead, he resigns himself to the role of best friend to the bitter end…that is, until Ayato tells him he's dating—a guy. Makoto does a total 180 and vows to win over Ayato’s heart by any means necessary—after all, he thinks, "I loved him first!"A sweet and turbulent BL comedy—complete in one volume—perfect for fans of My Instructor Won't Yield and Honey Bee & Lemon Balm.
SHIPPING POLICY
Each book is carefully packed in sturdy materials. Orders with pre-sale items will ship when all items are released and processed.
COMBINED SHIPPING POLICY
Combined shipping available, calculated at checkout.
CONDITION POLICY
Books are brand new from the distributor. Minor shelf wear or manufacturing defects may be present.
RELEASE DATES
Release dates are set by the publisher and may change. We keep every listing updated.
DAMAGES
Damaged books from supplier will be replaced if possible. If replacement is unavailable, a full refund will be offered.
Please ask questions before purchase, as returns are not accepted.
⚠️ ATTENTION: PREORDER — Estimated release date: January 19, 2027. Order by Monday, November 23, 2026 to guarantee your copy. Your book ships (or goes into your HOLDBOX) when it arrives.
A charming and funny friends-to-lovers BL one-shot manga about an ex-yakuza member who won’t let anything stand in the way of winning over his best friend’s heart—including that best friend’s boyfriend!Makoto, an ex-yazuka, has harbored feelings for his best friend Ayato since high school but has always been afraid to confess his love and risk ruining their friendship. Instead, he resigns himself to the role of best friend to the bitter end…that is, until Ayato tells him he's dating—a guy. Makoto does a total 180 and vows to win over Ayato’s heart by any means necessary—after all, he thinks, "I loved him first!"A sweet and turbulent BL comedy—complete in one volume—perfect for fans of My Instructor Won't Yield and Honey Bee & Lemon Balm.
SHIPPING POLICY
Each book is carefully packed in sturdy materials. Orders with pre-sale items will ship when all items are released and processed.
COMBINED SHIPPING POLICY
Combined shipping available, calculated at checkout.
CONDITION POLICY
Books are brand new from the distributor. Minor shelf wear or manufacturing defects may be present.
RELEASE DATES
Release dates are set by the publisher and may change. We keep every listing updated.
DAMAGES
Damaged books from supplier will be replaced if possible. If replacement is unavailable, a full refund will be offered.
Please ask questions before purchase, as returns are not accepted.
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