Touch Within the Abyss Deluxe Edition

by Moyori Mori

A special deluxe edition of the hit manga featuring exciting extras.

“If you knew the real me… you’d be disappointed.”

Hitman Chinatsu once failed to pull the trigger on his target and it cost him his brother’s life. That day, the sole witness who took Chinatsu’s trembling hand had clear eyes that stared right through him… straight into the abyss within.

Five years later, a purse-snatching reunites Chinatsu with his savior: Kasumi, a young blind man searching for a way out of his own lonely world. Chinatsu knows better than to get involved with a potential witness, but he can’t help but be drawn to Kasumi’s radiant smile. If Kasumi knew the truth of their provenance, could he ever forgive the sins of Chinatsu’s past?

Genres: Manga, Romance, LGBT, Queer, Yaoi, Boys Love, Contemporary

244 pages, Hardcover

First published October 7, 2022

Reviews

[grayi ♡ · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can't believe this is a debut work.

The murderer incapable of killing and the dreamer incapable of seeing.

The quality. Honestly, the art alone is good enough to give it five stars right off the bat. The way Kasumi and Chinatsu are presented as polar opposites, not only in personalities, but with their portrayal, with one full of light, the most delicate strokes and the other being a walking shadow, full of gloom. What stands out for me is how we get to know them, how we get to see how they bled into each other: they're not as pure, not as corrupted.

They're just endearing. The gentleness which with they communicate has me in shambles.

100000/5, I can't believe how short it's, I would gladly read a 600-page book of these two.

[Youssra {very busy-review slumping} · Rating 4 out of 5]

NO WHAT DO YOU MEAN THIS IS A STANDALONE😭😭😭😭😭

This was not nearly enough please they are so cute MY SHAYLASSSSSS😭😭😭😭😭








pre-read

already finished chapter one and OMG THE ART IS BEAUTIFUL😭😭

[. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this for the concept of a blind boy and assassin who can't kill, ended up crying due to the explorations of how trauma can impact your self worth to the point where you don't believe you deserve goodness, but once you find happiness and safety, you can begin to hope and break free.

[Rain · Rating 4 out of 5]

Absolutely gorgeous artwork in this story!

Chinatsu is a hitman haunted by a mistake that cost him dearly.

Kasumi is a blind man quietly navigating his own isolation.

Their reunion weaves these characters together in a way that feels both meant to be, yet very fragile.

"When you look at me, I want to become the version of me you see".

Tropes:
Gay romance/Yaoi
Hitman with a conscience
Found family
Blind H
Fated reunion
Sunshine x broody
Secrets and hidden identity
Forbidden romance
Redemption arc
Steamy, but not overly graphic
HEA

Touching, tragic and heartfelt. Looking forward to seeing what else this author creates.

[lauren · Rating 5 out of 5]

“stay where my voice can reach. stay where my hands can touch.”

I’M IN TEARS OVER THEM WHAT DO YOU MEAN THIS IS ONLY A ONE SHOT I NEED FIFTY MORE VOLUMES OF THEM PLEASE!!

the art is so beautiful, the hurt to comfort had me sobbing, the angst made my chest hurt, the ‘character a is blind and character b is always catching things so they don’t fall or trip over them’ made me want to kick my feet and giggle.

i wish i had a memory wiper so i could endlessly be able to read this for the first time it’s soo good 🥺😭💗

[Phu · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

Nếu biết con người thật của tôi... hẳn em sẽ thất vọng lắm.

Sát thủ Chinatsu đã gặp lại định mệnh của anh ta, Kasumi. Năm đó, Kasumi đã chìa tay ra để Chinatsu nắm lấy trong lúc tuyệt vọng nhất. Giờ đây vô tình gặp lại nhau, Chinatsu biết được Kasumi bị mù và không khỏi không muốn giúp đỡ Kasumi, mặc cho Chinatsu biết rằng nếu tiếp xúc với anh ta, Kasumi có thể gặp nguy hiểm...



Chinatsu đã mang nỗi dằn vặt vì bản thân đã khiến anh trai chết. Là một sát thủ nhưng Chinatsu quá mong manh, yếu đuối trong cái thế giới phức tạp và đen tối đó. Tiếp xúc và sống trong thế giới như thế không khỏi khiến Chinatsu nhìn cuộc sống một cách u ám, cô đơn. Kasumi, người luôn thấy bản thân vô dụng vì đã bị mù, và để trọng trách gia đình đè nặng lên vai em trai. Kasumi dần quên đi dáng vẻ của cuộc sống, phải làm quen với một thế giới chỉ có màu đen, nhưng Kasumi khác với Chinatsu vì cậu lúc nào cũng cười, cũng cố gắng nhìn và tìm kiếm ánh sáng của cuộc sống.



Chinatsu và Kasumi đều chạm vào "màn đêm" của nhau, giải thoát sự cô đơn của đối phương. Chinatsu dẫn bước cho Kasumi, khiến cậu dần trở nên hạnh phúc dù Chinatsu hiểu rằng điều này không ổn. Kasumi giúp cho Chinatsu nhìn ra vẻ đẹp và niềm vui của cuộc sống mà anh đã mất đi. Cùng dẫn dắt nhau trong màn đêm tối tăm vẫn ẩn chứa một vẻ đẹp, dù thế Chinatsu vẫn không khỏi lo lắng, tự trách mình về sự nguy hiểm mà anh ta có thể đem đến cho Kasumi.



Bản thân mình thích nét vẽ của tác giả, nó đẹp. Nét vẽ và truyện dễ thương, nhiều khoảnh khắc Chinatsu và Kasumi trông đáng yêu và ngọt ngào, đẹp cũng có nhiều tiếng cười nhưng truyện vẫn luôn phản phất một màu đen. Mình nhìn Chinatsu mà cứ nghĩ tới Sangwoo trong Killing Stalking: Deluxe Edition Vol. 1 =))
Mình thấy mối quan hệ của Chinatsu và Kasumi bắt đầu hơi gượng, bù lại diễn biến truyện lại đẹp và hay. Mình thích cái cách Kasumi nhìn và cảm nhận Chinatsu, dù bị mù nhưng Kasumi nhận biết được vẻ đẹp bên trong con người Chinatsu bằng chính tâm hồn. Mình thích câu chuyện "Cá heo và rắn biển", Cá heo biết Rắn biển có độc nhưng vẫn để cho Rắn biển dẫn đường cho mình. Khoảnh khắc bình minh ở bãi biển là thứ ánh sáng soi chiếu cuộc đời mới của Chinatsu và Kasumi.

Mình vẫn muốn tác giả dành thời gian cho câu chuyện về sự phức tạp trong cuộc sống của Chinatsu nhiều hơn cơ, lúc nhìn thấy quyển này mình tưởng nó sẽ máu me, bạo lực hơn thế; mình cũng thắc liệu việc sát thủ có dễ từ bỏ muốn đi là đi thế không? Sau nhiều ngày mình quyết định còn 3.5 vì truyện thiếu thực tế. Quyển này là debut nên còn thiếu sót cũng phải, nhưng nó kiểu như dành cho mấy tâm hồn mơ mộng, HE các kiểu =)) không thực tế!

[Teru · Rating 5 out of 5]

Angry axolotl, I just might need you to be my manga dealer - that was incredible for a standalone! And the art, MY GOD 😩😳😍❤️🔥
Mafia killer boy who's actually a soft, sad boy (and fuck me, so handsome!), and a sweet, gentle, blind boy who completely wins him over with just his eyes and smile 😩❤️❤️

[Readergirl {hiatus} · Rating 4 out of 5]

"the world you do not know is full of things you'd rather look away from."

A murderer who couldn't kill, and a witness who couldn't see.

It was a pretty good manga, and although a lot of people would argue that this deserves a sequel, i ....actually don't think so. It feels perfect where it ended. There were a lot of sweet moments, and themes which couldve been better explored, imo, but i do acknowledge that this was a debut work and I feel like the author can do a great job after this!

The art style is soul shatteringly pretty tho 🥹

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was surprisingly wholesome despite the dark premise.

[the fool · Rating 3 out of 5]

a standalone manga to me is similar to a short story. Both are hard to rate since we don’t have a ton of substance to go off. The artwork was absolutely beautiful and while I wish the characters and story were developed more, the story we did get between them was sweet.

[Анастасія ꒰⁠⑅⁠ᵕ⁠༚⁠ᵕ⁠꒱⁠˖⁠♡ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ну тут був «батько року», звинуватити дитину в тому, що той бачьте не стежив за своїм старшим братом і того вбили🗿 і ще як же він не посмів помститися, та взагалі не може нікого вбити...

[juls ˚⊹♡ · Rating 5 out of 5]

₊⊹♡ 5 stars ⋆˙⟡

it’s only 6 chapters, but it comes with a gorgeous art style, a really good plot, and a sweet and cute romance 🫶🏻

[yel ᰔ · Rating 5 out of 5]

➺ 4.5/5🌟

First of all, the art of this manga is absolutely gorgeous. The interplay of light and shadow, softness and darkness, every stroke is breathtaking and purposeful. The visuals and characterizations made the longing and deep affection between the characters even more distinct. In such a short, one-shot manga, it successfully evoked so many beautiful emotions. I'm so captivated by Chinatsu and Kasumi's character designs. The author drew them with so much detail, and I loved how visually expressive the characters were.

The plot itself is simple but emotional. Such a comforting story in the midst of angst, so healing and so warm. This could easily have gone in a tragic direction, but I'm actually glad it has a happy ending. They both deserved the love and warmth they found in each other.

[Peppa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I actually don’t get the hype about this … i mean yes it was a bit emotional and cute and idk but have I felt anything here? Not really. I have read far better mangas than this.

[tig :3 · Rating 4 out of 5]

“in the deepest darkest pits of the night, i rely on the light as i walk to stop me from being swallowed by the abyss…
relying on… your light.” ( ;´ - `;)

[sil ♡ the book voyagers · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was AMAZING. I can't believe I hadn't read it until now oh my god. It had beautiful art, the characters were so intriguing and very charming - I loved everything about it. I had thought it had more volumes, but it's only one volume!

What can you find inside?
♡ A sad assassin who is grieving the death of his brother
♡ A blind boy who just wants to be free
♡ A beautiful reunion
♡ So caring, so soft, so warm!!!

[Julie]

Where to Read: MangaPlaza

I loved this so much. I was planning to wait for it to get added to futekiya, but I read the free chapter and I had to continue immediately because I'm impatient.

This is such a sweet story about Chinatsu, who comes from a family of hitmen, but can't find it in himself to kill and a blind man named Kasumi. The two have a fated encounter of sorts and end up spending a lot of time together. Chinatsu knows he shouldn't get close to Kasumi, but he feels drawn to him and Kasumi is able to explore a world he's been sheltered from through Chinatsu.

I want to read more soft and angsty stories like this. That's what I felt after finishing this. I just loved their relationship. I loved the time they spent together and the way they both cared for each other. It was an incredibly sweet and touching story. I need more of this. The art style was beautiful and I loved the story and the writing. Definitely hoping this author puts out more works.

[anita · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m absolutely obsessed with these two—and the artwork? Completely stunning.
Kasumi and Chinatsu first meet under difficult circumstances, but fate has other plans. Years later, they’re given a second chance, and now they have an opportunity to make it right.

It’s such an easy, smooth read, and their dialogue is so gentle it absolutely melted my heart.

[Agnese Rosengren · Rating 4 out of 5]

Delicatissimo. Non riesco a descrivere questo Manga in altro modo.

[Alba · Rating 3 out of 5]

3⭐️
que historia mas triste y bonita, lo leí por recomendación y fue precioso

[autumn ⋆˙⟡ · Rating 4 out of 5]

the killer who cannot kill, and the stargazer who cannot see .✦ ݁˖

the gentleness of it all, the quiet beauty 🥺 it was so tender, so wholesome, and so deeply heartbreaking. it left me feeling soft in the best way - I truly loved it.

[Sparkling Lemonade · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chinese title: 觸摸你的夜晚

This one has 神率 of 61.5% on Chil-Chil.
5⭐️

I’ve read it online a few months ago, coming back to update the review after I’ve bought the Chinese paperback special edition with 20p booklet. Very impressed by Mori Moyori sensei’s debut BL manga and look forward to her new serialization.

This artist’s drawing style is very beautiful and delicate, every page is like a standalone illustration. The frame layout is well designed like an art house film. There’s so much emotion in her art, the eyebrows, eyelashes, pupil (reflection), hand gesture, hair strand… A large part of the story happens at night, she has good handle of light vs. dark, using gradient screentone and shading.

One of the story book (analogy) inside the manga talked about a dolphin (uke) who’s trapped inside a water tank meets a sea snake (seme) who’s poisonous and could eat the dolphin, instead he brought the dolphin to see the outside world and finally swim in the great sea.

This manga is about two young men with sad lives, they’ve actually met under unfortunate circumstances in their early teens, the uke’s a bit older than the seme because he was taller back then. The seme’s older brother 冬樹 (18) got shot by another guy because the seme hesitated to kill, the uke (wasn’t fully blind) stumbled upon the scene after hearing the loud gunshot and found the seme trembling and crying. The uke stepped on a knife and cut his hand when picking it up, the seme reached out to help and wrapped it.

The seme 榊千夏 was forced to become a professional killer by his dad, he’s been living in guilt since his brother’s death 5 years ago. The dad went nuts and killed his mom too and the seme lost his loving family. Now the seme still cannot use gun or knife therefore can only punch people with his fist.

The uke 御縁佳澄 became completely blind since 5 years ago and then been isolated by his parents, living in a hidden small room in their 200 year old large family ryokan. His younger brother 聰 will be taking over the family business as heir, so there’s no space for him in this household.

The two men meet again after 5 years, when seme caught a thief running away with uke’s bag. The seme recognized the uke right away and worried about whether the uke still remembered the murder scene, if so he would have to eliminate the threat as required… The uke naively brought the seme back home because he wanted to become friends, while the seme kept close watch on the uke’s behaviors to assess the risk.

The atmosphere is a little dark and sad, but the plot is about mutual salvation and healing. The uke is pure and innocent, always alone and trapped, still curious about the outside world. The seme has seen all the dark and evil things in the world, feels lost and wants to run away.

The seme became the uke’s first friend and introduced him to many new experiences with his remaining senses (hearing, touching, smelling), giving him freedom and feeling alive for the first time. The uke is like a ray of light in the seme’s dark sleepless nights, cleansing his soul and forgiving his guilt, stopped him from following his dad’s path. Together they were able to escape from their controlling families and rewrite their own fate by starting a new life together.

在這⋯深不見底的⋯黑夜裡，
憑著燈火向前走去，
為了不被黑暗吞食⋯
我想倚靠⋯你的光亮⋯

The white flower in uke’s garden is Marvel-of-peru (four o’clock flower) and its meaning is very suitable for uke’s personality. 懦弱、懷疑（相信）愛情⋯

I wish the book could’ve been longer by a few chapters, it’s a really beautiful read nonetheless. In the extra booklet the seme came back home after work to find the uke tipsy because he mistakenly drank fruity alcohol and they had some sweet sexy time.

[Hugo #freepalestine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just read this in one sitting, it's cute and fragile, like the mcs are so vulnerable in a good way that they completed each other!!
I loved how the main focus are on the mcs and their relationship because lots of manga got sidetracked and turned out to be messy, here we can like engraved on the story as a whole.
The way it was set up how they already met before just perfect how chinatsu reach our to Kasumi on that dark alley and their ending vacation was so cute and romantic.

[Gloria · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dibujo 5⭐
Personajes 4⭐
Argumento 4⭐
Coherencia 4⭐
Originalidad 4⭐
Disfrute 5⭐

[AnaBells · Rating 5 out of 5]

Para leer con tranquilidad y disfrutar de unas ilustraciones maravillosas. Me ha gustado mucho la historia de Chinatsu y Kasumi, los dos son fantásticos.

[任煦涵 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Crying in the club rn

[Bibliothecat · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chinatsu is a hitman, or at least he ought to be as far as his father is concerned. During one of his early missions, things go wrong, and a blind boy takes notice of him. Years later, Chinatsu runs into this same blind boy again - the now young man Kasumi leads a lonely life and longs for friendship, which ultimately puts these two unlikely people on the same path.

Standalone manga rarely deliver for me, and I think it is also important to note that the five star rating I gave it is with consideration of this being a single volume (albeit a little thicker than most). I think, given a few more volumes, this could have been an even more impactful story. But as it is, I do think it delivers a very solid story and is one of the best standalone manga I’ve read. The art alone is stunning and worth picking this up for.

I believe any contemporary non-fantasy setting needs to be really solid when it comes to crime, and I think this story was a little too vague; has Chinatsu actually killed anyone? Could there be any legal consequences? The story doesn’t look at any of these aspects and instead purely focuses on Chinatsu’s and Kasumi’s inner demons. This, however, it does really well. And, given the length, it can be excused that less attention was paid to the wider circumstances.

If you take it as it is, it is a beautiful and quiet story full of emotion, which is only enhanced all the more thanks to the stunning artwork. This is one of the easiest standalone manga to recommend, and I can absolutely see this appealing to readers beyond fans of BL.

[Phylicia ☾♡ · Rating 2.5 out of 5]

First off, the art is gorgeous. The linework and backgrounds are beautifully drawn, especially the characters’ eyes. For a debut manga, this is a very solid effort.

I do like the idea of a blind protagonist who finds love and trust as he comes out of isolation, guided by the presence of another person. However, the story and characters didn’t quite connect with me. I’ve read a lot of angsty BL manga, and many of the story beats felt familiar to me. 😅 I also would’ve benefited from a few more chapters to grow attached to the characters, as the emotional focus on angst and grief didn’t fully land for me. Some moments felt a little forced, and I found myself zoning out at times, oops.

But I think there’s definitely potential here, so I’ll be keeping an eye on the author’s future work. ^^

[Imanewreader ✨ · Rating 5 out of 5]

tw - meurtre, sang, violence parentale, mort d'un proche
rep - personnage mal avoyant/aveugle

cette histoire est toujours aussi belle, poétique et tristement joyeuse. elle nous enveloppe de mélancolie et d'espoir. c'est une belle histoire entre deux personnages à la fois opposés dans leurs tristesse mais qui se complètent parfaitement pour créer quelque chose de beau et plein d'espoir pour futur.

foncez ! achetez et lisez ce manga <3

[Rosa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm not much of a fan of stories yakuza related, but I was lured to this one by the art. I wish this could have been longer so we could get a bit more depth about the characters, their background and stories. But the art was stunning and the story very sweet, all things considered, and that made up for the rest.

This is an author to keep an eye on, their art is truly amazing.