MANNEQUIN Manhua

Title: MANNEQUIN Genre: Anthology Comic In the heart of bustling Neo-Tokyo, a mysterious pop-up shop materialized overnight, beckoning passersby with its alluring display of lifelike mannequins adorned in extravagant couture. Among the intrigued spectators stood Yumi, a gifted fashion designer haunted by the memory of her missing sister, Ai. As Yumi ventured into the shop, her eyes were drawn to a mannequin bearing an uncanny resemblance to Ai. Ignoring the shopkeeper's foreboding warnings, she reached out to touch it, only to be engulfed by a blinding flash of light. When the radiance dissipated, Yumi found herself trapped within the mannequin's rigid form, her spirit tethered to its inanimate shell. Days turned into a disorienting blur as Yumi grappled with her newfound existence, an observer in a world that moved on without her. Hope flickered when a young girl named Hana, with ancient psychic gifts, sensed Yumi's presence and vowed to free her from this ethereal prison. Together, Yumi and Hana embarked on a perilous journey through the mystical realms, confronting malevolent spirits and dark forces intent on keeping Yumi entombed forever. With Hana's unwavering determination and Yumi's unwavering will, they faced insurmountable odds, each challenge forging their bond stronger. In a climactic battle against the malevolent spirit, Yumi and Hana emerged victorious, shattering the curse and freeing Yumi from her stony captivity. As the mannequin crumbled around her, Yumi felt a surge of warmth, signaling her return to the realm of the living. With tears of gratitude and joy, Yumi embraced Hana, knowing that their shared ordeal had bound them in an unbreakable bond. As they stepped out of the shop into the golden light of dawn, Yumi knew that their tale would be an enduring testament to the power of friendship, love, and resilience.