In the intricately mannered world of an Osaka brothel in Meiji-era Japan, Misao, a beautiful male servant, can only dream of a time when he can earn enough money to pay his debt to the brothel and escape his servitude.Into his small, stifling world comes Masaomi Towa, the handsome and wealthy heir to a corporation and a newcomer to the rules of the pleasure district. Masaomis sincerity and kindness penetrate through Misaos practiced cynicism, and Misao finds his heart captured by love for the first time. But Masaomi has come calling to meet with Ukigumo, the brothels beautiful head courtesan. Will Misaos deepest desire come true, or will the cruel reality of the brothel destroy his dream of love? **ePub updated with new features that are optimized for the Kobo Vox and compatible with all Kobo devices.