Matsuri Akino

Beyond the mist-filled alleyways of Chinatown hides a mysterious pet shop, home to many bizarre creatures. The store's proprietor is a man who goes by the name of Count D. Count D welcomes those who feel lonely and wounded, claiming to sell "love, dreams, and hope" in the form of the fantastic beasts. However, he warns customers that he cannot be held accountable for any consequences of breaking the rules. Short-tempered detective Leon Orcot traces...

Four stories about purchases made at Count D's Pet Shop in Chinatown, where buyers can buy love and dreams in the form of exotic magical pets, but each buyer must sign a contract at the time of purchase, the details of which must be followed to the letter or the Count will not be held responsible for the results.

"Welcome to Chinatown! During your visit, be sure to stop by Count D's pet shop, where love and dreams are sold in the form of mythical creatures-- but not without a catch. The buyer must adhere to a set of rules, which if broken, may result in death ... or worse"--Page 4 of cover.