Comics crying Freeman part 2 books one through eight

Crying Freeman is a Japanese manga series written by Kazuo Koike and illustrated by Ryoichi Ikegami. It follows the story of Yo Hinomura, a potter who is brainwashed and turned into a deadly assassin known as "Crying Freeman" because he sheds tears after each killing.
Key aspects of Crying Freeman:
Origin:
Yo Hinomura, a potter, is kidnapped by the 108 Dragons, a Chinese crime syndicate, and transformed into an assassin through acupuncture and brainwashing.
Tears:
The "Crying" part of his name comes from the tears he sheds after each kill, a sign of his regret and longing for freedom.
Relationship:
He develops a relationship with a woman named Emu Hino, who witnesses one of his killings, and they become intertwined in a dangerous situation.
Adaptations:
The manga has been adapted into an anime series, as well as a live-action film.
Themes:
The story delves into themes of identity, regret, and the struggle for freedom, set against a backdrop of crime and violence.