ニジとクロ [Niji to Kuro] #2

The second volume of Eri Takenashi's Niji and Kuro presents a quietly charming cover: a dark-haired young woman sits cross-legged, gently cradling a small, round green creature adorned with a colorful rainbow-patterned belly — presumably the Kuro (and Niji) of the title. The soft two-tone background and the girl's calm, contented expression give the whole thing a tender, slice-of-life warmth that feels instantly inviting. If this volume carries the same gentle energy as its cover, it's a lovely pick for fans of character-focused manga with a touch of the fantastical.