Wolf Girl & Black Prince

In this shojo manga from Kazé Manga, a high school girl's white lie about having a boyfriend spirals out of control when she enlists a cold, handsome classmate to play the part. What begins as a transactional deal quickly becomes a complicated dynamic of manipulation and reluctant affection, as the "black prince" proves to be far more demanding than she bargained for. Running for 16 issues between 2015 and 2017, this series by Ayuko Hatta explores the push-and-pull of a relationship built on false pretenses, offering a sharp, emotionally charged take on the classic fake-dating trope.