MとNの肖像 [M to N no Shouzou] #1

Published under the Hana to Yume Comics imprint by Hakusensha, this first volume of M to N no Shouzou sets an intimate, romantic tone right from the cover. The framed portrait-style illustration shows two young figures — identified by the lettering as Mitsuru and Natsuhiko — drawn close together, their hands nearly touching amid a soft golden background adorned with blooming roses. It's a tender, carefully composed image that speaks to the character-focused drama fans of shojo manga will find immediately appealing.