Bless Vol. 2 (Kodansha, 2024)

Now that Aia is committed to pursuing his dream of becoming a makeup artist, he'll have to step outside of his comfort zone in order to upskill. His friend and muse, Jun, is also on the road to her goal of becoming a model. Sky's the limit as they shoot for the stars. In the cutthroat world of the beauty industry, Aia knows he can't rest on his laurels. When he is summoned to MIRROR, an exclusive school for aspiring makeup artists, it's a revelation to be surrounded by peers-and rivals. Meanwhile, Jun drums up the courage to enter the ultra-competitive modeling casting circuit, thanks to a new portfolio created with Aia's help. The two are determined to succeed while staying true to their visions. Can the dynamic duo thrive in a world where success often seems preordained?