Sono Mono. Nochi Ni... (Shinichirou Nariie) Manhua

Title: The Mountain Recluse In the quaint town of Eldoria, whispers of a mysterious recluse dwelling atop the forbidding Mountain of Echoes captivated the locals. Veiled in secrecy, Wazu had retreated from the world following a string of tragedies, shrouding himself in enigma. Rumors swirled through the wind, morphing into fantastical tales of pacts with mountain spirits and unfathomable powers. Amongst the townsfolk, a spark of curiosity ignited in a young girl named Lina, driving her to unravel the enigma shrouding the recluse. Ascending the treacherous slopes, Lina braved the perilous journey, guided by determination and an insatiable thirst for the truth. At the mountain's peak, she encountered Wazu, a figure cloaked in tattered robes exuding an aura of silent strength and untold sorrow. Their initial meeting was marked by awkwardness and linguistic barriers, yet as Lina persisted in her visits, a bond blossomed. Through shared meals and heartfelt conversations, Wazu's walls began to crumble, unveiling the raw pain and isolation that had driven him to seek refuge on the mountain. As their connection deepened, intertwining their fates, Wazu and Lina found themselves entangled in a web of unforeseen adventures. Together, they navigated trials that tested their courage, fortitude, and burgeoning love, defying the constraints of rumor and prejudice. Amidst the looming mountains and echoing whispers, Wazu and Lina discovered that true strength lay not in solitude, but in the unspoken bonds that forged between kindred spirits. And so, amidst the mysteries of the mountain, they embarked on a transformative journey that led them to a profound truth: that the greatest magic of all was found in the embrace of a heart laid bare.