Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Yan cooks a meal for Tohka, Kotori, and Itsuka Shiori, who are amazed by his culinary skills.
• Itsuka Shiori suggests that Wu Yan should be responsible for cooking the meals at home, to which Tohka and Kotori eagerly agree.
• Wu Yan agrees to cook lunch, dinner, and late-night snacks but declines to cook breakfast due to his preference for sleeping in.
• Kotori tries to trick Wu Yan into taking a bath first, but he suspects her intentions and declines, suggesting Kotori go first instead.

Character Developments

• Tohka: Shows her gluttonous side and is content with Wu Yan's cooking.
• Kotori: Demonstrates her scheming nature and tries to trick Wu Yan, revealing her 'Little Sister Mode' personality.
• Itsuka Shiori: Shows concern for Wu Yan's well-being and suggests he cook for the household.

Significant Themes

• Food and cooking: Wu Yan's cooking brings the characters together and highlights his skills.
• Trust and deception: Kotori tries to deceive Wu Yan, but he sees through her plan, showing a lack of trust between them.
• Gender roles: The suggestion that Wu Yan should be responsible for cooking highlights traditional gender roles in the household.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Tohka: Tohka is delighted with Wu Yan's cooking and wants him to cook for them regularly.
• Wu Yan and Kotori: Kotori tries to trick Wu Yan, but he outsmarts her, showing their competitive and playful relationship.
• Tohka, Kotori, and Itsuka Shiori: The three sisters bond over their shared love for Wu Yan's cooking and their desire for him to cook for them regularly.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kotori emerges from her bath to find Wu Yan standing outside the bathroom door, having seen her naked.
• Kotori is shocked and embarrassed, initially trying to scream but stops when Wu Yan mentions their 'sibling' relationship.
• Wu Yan teases Kotori about her figure and implies he wants to 'have' her in the future.
• Kotori tries to use 'Commander Mode' to escape but Wu Yan has taken her ribbons.
• Wu Yan blackmails Kotori into saying she will marry him in the future, then leaves.
• Kotori, now in 'Commander Mode', vows revenge on Wu Yan.

Character Developments

• Kotori: Becomes embarrassed and upset due to Wu Yan's actions, but also shows determination and anger when she vows revenge.
• Wu Yan: Shows his shameless and teasing side, taking advantage of Kotori's situation to make her say she will marry him.

Significant Themes

• Embarrassment and shame, especially regarding nudity and intimate situations.
• Power dynamics and manipulation, as Wu Yan uses Kotori's situation to his advantage.
• The complex 'sibling' relationship between Kotori and Wu Yan, which is tested and strained in this chapter.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Kotori: Their interaction is tense and uncomfortable, with Wu Yan teasing and manipulating Kotori, and Kotori becoming increasingly angry and embarrassed.
• Kotori and 'Commander Mode': Kotori's switch to 'Commander Mode' shows her determination and anger, contrasting with her earlier embarrassment and helplessness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Yan, underestimating Kotori, leaves her behind after a playful encounter.
• Kotori, enraged, attacks Wu Yan with a kitchen knife in the Itsuka household.
• Wu Yan, fearing for his life, flees from Kotori, triggering a game of hide-and-seek.

Character Developments

• Kotori: Her yandere tendencies are fully revealed. She's serious, violent, and dangerous when provoked.
• Wu Yan: He underestimates Kotori, leading to his predicament. He's afraid of Kotori's kitchen knife, showing a vulnerable side.

Significant Themes

• The danger of underestimating others, especially those with hidden depths like Kotori.
• The consequences of one's actions and the importance of considering future reactions.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Kotori: Their interaction is tense and dangerous, with Kotori actively trying to harm Wu Yan, and Wu Yan trying to evade her.
• Wu Yan and Itsuka Shiori/Tohka: Neither is aware of the situation, as Shiori is bathing and Tohka is in her room.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Yan hides in Tohka's room to escape Kotori.
• Kotori searches for Wu Yan, suspecting he's in Tohka's room.
• Wu Yan uses Tohka's voice to fool Kotori, who then storms in but doesn't find Wu Yan.
• Wu Yan asks Tohka to help him cause a Spacequake for an important task.

Character Developments

• Wu Yan: Shows cunning and quick thinking in evading Kotori. He also shows genuine care and happiness in spending time with Tohka.
• Tohka: Initially confused, she later shows understanding and willingness to help Wu Yan. She also expresses gratitude and happiness for Wu Yan's presence in her life.
• Kotori: Determined to find Wu Yan, she shows persistence and forcefulness in her search.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and trust between Wu Yan and Tohka.
• Wu Yan's protective nature towards Tohka.
• Kotori's determination and persistence.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Tohka: They share a heartfelt moment, expressing their happiness in each other's company. Wu Yan asks for Tohka's help, and she agrees without hesitation.
• Wu Yan and Kotori: Kotori chases Wu Yan, trying to confront him about his actions. Wu Yan evades her, using Tohka's voice to deceive her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kotori wakes Wu Yan up in the morning, struggling with her 'Little Sister Mode' and her desire to use her 'Commander Mode'.
• Wu Yan, startled by Kotori's sudden appearance, asks her not to use a chainsaw on him again, referring to a previous incident.
• At school, Wu Yan, Shiori, and Tohka encounter Tobiichi Origami, who suspects Tohka of causing Spacequakes and questions her.

Character Developments

• Kotori: Struggles with her dual personas, 'Little Sister Mode' and 'Commander Mode', showing embarrassment and hesitation when interacting with Wu Yan.
• Wu Yan: Shows a flattering expression when asking Kotori not to use a chainsaw on him, indicating his fear of her 'Commander Mode'.
• Tohka: Shows annoyance and unwillingness to cooperate with Tobiichi Origami, revealing her negative impression of the 'robot squad'.
• Tobiichi Origami: Shows signs of fatigue and resentment, likely due to being mobilized multiple times by Wu Yan's use of Tohka's power.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between Kotori's 'Little Sister Mode' and 'Commander Mode' personas.
• The fear and unease that Wu Yan feels towards Kotori's 'Commander Mode'.
• The conflict and tension between Tohka and Tobiichi Origami, stemming from their opposing roles in the story.

Character Interactions

• Kotori and Wu Yan: Kotori struggles with her feelings and hesitation when waking Wu Yan up, while Wu Yan shows fear of her 'Commander Mode'.
• Wu Yan, Shiori, Tohka, and Tobiichi Origami: Tohka and Tobiichi Origami have a tense interaction, with Tohka showing annoyance and unwillingness to cooperate, while Wu Yan and Shiori look on.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Yan is tasked by Shiori to buy groceries and women's clothes, including lingerie, for Tohka.
• Wu Yan completes Instance Task 1 and unlocks Task 2, which involves sealing the Spirit powers of four characters, including Kotori.
• Wu Yan suspects that Kotori's powers aren't sealed by the Ring of Sealing and plans to investigate further.
• Wu Yan is attacked by a sniper using a powerful weapon, likely a Spirit weapon, while walking on the street.
• The attacker is revealed to be a member of 'AST', a male, suggesting a special unit under their high-ups.

Character Developments

• Wu Yan: Shows discomfort and embarrassment when buying women's clothes, especially lingerie. He also displays analytical skills and determination to uncover the truth about Kotori's powers.
• Shiori: Not directly present but influences the plot by asking Wu Yan to buy clothes for Tohka.
• Kotori: Her Spirit powers' sealing status is called into question, hinting at a deeper mystery.

Significant Themes

• The power of Spirits and the 'AST' organization's involvement.
• The mystery surrounding Kotori's Spirit powers and the Ring of Sealing.
• Wu Yan's determination to uncover the truth and protect those he cares about.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Shiori: Their interaction is implied through Wu Yan's thoughts about Shiori's task.
• Wu Yan and the 'AST' sniper: Their interaction is limited to the sniper attack, with Wu Yan vowing not to let the sniper escape.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Yan, a Spirit, is targeted by a sniper team from the 'AST' (Anti-Spirit Taskforce).
• Wu Yan discovers and dodges the sniper's bullet, then takes down four snipers simultaneously using Crimson Lotus Flames.
• The sniper team captain's radio communication reveals mission failure and his frustration.
• Wu Yan confronts the sniper team captain, revealing his identity as a Spirit.

Character Developments

• Wu Yan demonstrates powerful abilities and composure under pressure, showing no distress in facing multiple snipers.
• The sniper team captain shows initial confidence but later displays fear and frustration when facing Wu Yan.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamic between Spirits and the 'AST'.
• The psychological impact of facing powerful opponents.
• The 'AST's' reliance on female members for Spirit combat.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and the sniper team exhibit a clear power imbalance, with Wu Yan dominating the encounter.
• The sniper team captain's relationship with his subordinates is one of command and dependence, with no apparent concern for their well-being when they fail.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Yan encounters a sniper team from 'AST' who attempt to kill him.
• Wu Yan learns that 'AST' is aware of his presence and wants him dead, despite him not having Spirit energy.
• Wu Yan kills the sniper team leader and his subordinates after they attempt to attack him again.

Character Developments

• Wu Yan demonstrates his combat prowess and lack of mercy, showing he's not to be underestimated.
• The sniper team leader and his subordinates show cowardice and ineptitude, reflecting poorly on 'AST'.

Significant Themes

• The fear and mistrust humans have towards Spirits, even without Spirit energy.
• The conflict between 'AST' and Ratatoskr, with 'AST' being more aggressive towards Spirits.
• The power dynamics between 'AST' higher-ups and their subordinates.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan displays contempt and boredom towards the sniper team leader's emotional display.
• The sniper team leader fears Wu Yan but tries to maintain his composure.
• Wu Yan shows no hesitation in killing the sniper team after they attempt to attack him again.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Yan, a vampire, kills a sniper team in self-defense, leaving five corpses.
• Kurumi Tokisaki, a Spirit known as 'Nightmare', appears, showing no fear of the bloodshed.
• Kurumi is intrigued by Wu Yan's scent and expresses interest in him.

Character Developments

• Wu Yan: Shows his vampire abilities and struggles with his bloodlust. He's astonished and cautious upon meeting Kurumi.
• Kurumi Tokisaki: Reveals her evil nature and fascination with blood. She's drawn to Wu Yan's scent and shows predatory behavior towards him.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between one's nature (vampire bloodlust) and self-control.
• The duality of beauty and danger (Kurumi's elegant appearance vs. her evil actions).

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Kurumi: Their initial meeting is tense. Kurumi is intrigued by Wu Yan, while he's cautious and concerned about her evil nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kurumi Tokisaki, a Spirit, is introduced with her Spirit Dress (Elohim Yahweh) and Angel (Zafkiel), which allows her to control time.
• Zafkiel's power comes at a cost, consuming Kurumi's lifespan. She replenishes this by devouring others' lives.
• Kurumi's ultimate goal is to use the Twelfth Bullet to erase Spirits' existence, preventing them from causing harm to humanity.
• In this altered world, Kurumi lacks her original target (Itsuka Shido) to quickly achieve her goal.
• Wu Yan's presence intrigues Kurumi as he possesses an immense amount of time (as a True Ancestor), making him an attractive target.

Character Developments

• Kurumi's obsession with her goal and her willingness to consume lives to achieve it is further emphasized.
• Wu Yan's understanding of Spirits as essentially kind beings is reinforced, influencing his reluctance to confront Kurumi.

Significant Themes

• The cost of power and the consequences of using it.
• The struggle between Spirits and humanity, and Kurumi's desire to prevent further conflict.
• The potential kindness within Kurumi, despite her actions.

Character Interactions

• Kurumi's excitement and eagerness to confront Wu Yan, driven by his immense life force.
• Wu Yan's reluctance to fight Kurumi, due to his belief in the inherent kindness of Spirits and his desire to avoid conflict.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kurumi Tokisaki transforms into a more revealing, gothic attire, revealing her left eye, a golden clock, representing her time.
• Kurumi expresses intense fascination and desire to "become one" with Wu Yan, hinting at possession or assimilation.
• Wu Yan uses spatial ripples to defend against Kurumi's attacks, showing his power.
• Kurumi equips an antique rifle and pistol, preparing for combat.

Character Developments

• Kurumi: Exhibits obsessive, yandere-like behavior towards Wu Yan, showing intense desire and possessiveness. Her power and transformation are revealed.
• Wu Yan: Shows vigilance and power, defending against Kurumi's attacks. He expresses dislike for Kurumi's possessive gaze and considers fleeing.

Significant Themes

• Possession and obsession: Kurumi's intense desire to possess Wu Yan drives the chapter's events.
• Power and defense: Wu Yan's use of spatial ripples to defend against Kurumi's attacks highlights their power dynamics.

Character Interactions

• Kurumi and Wu Yan: Kurumi's obsessive advances are met with Wu Yan's dislike and consideration of escape, creating tension and conflict.
• Kurumi's dialogue and actions reveal her intense fascination with Wu Yan, while Wu Yan's responses show his discomfort and desire to flee.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kurumi Tokisaki, a powerful Time Spirit, attacks Wu Yan with bullets enhanced by her 'Angel' power, grazing his cheek.
• Wu Yan's rapid healing ability impresses Kurumi, intensifying her desire to 'become one' with him.
• Kurumi uses her 'Angel,' Zafkiel, and fires 'Fourth Bullet' to reverse time, reattaching her severed hand.
• Kurumi fires 'First Bullet' at herself, teleporting beside Wu Yan.

Character Developments

• Wu Yan: Demonstrates his quick healing ability and maintains composure under Kurumi's assault.
• Kurumi Tokisaki: Shows her infatuation with Wu Yan, using her powers to their maximum extent to pursue him.

Significant Themes

• Power and desire: Kurumi's obsession with Wu Yan leads her to use her powers recklessly.
• Time manipulation: Kurumi's 'Angel' allows her to reverse time, showcasing the theme of time's fluidity.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Kurumi Tokisaki: Their interaction is tense and dangerous, with Kurumi pursuing Wu Yan relentlessly, and Wu Yan trying to evade her.
• Kurumi's 'Angel' and bullets: Kurumi's 'Angel' enhances her bullets, demonstrating her power and willingness to use it freely.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kurumi Tokisaki, an Angel with time-based abilities, uses 'Fourth Bullet' to heal herself and 'First Bullet' to accelerate her time, allowing her to move faster than Wu Yan.
• Kurumi Tokisaki attempts to capture Wu Yan, using her 'City of Devouring Time' ability and various time bullets, including 'Eighth Bullet' to create clones of herself, and 'Seventh Bullet' to stop Wu Yan's time.
• Wu Yan uses his lightning abilities to evade Kurumi's attacks and attempts to understand her time abilities.

Character Developments

• Kurumi Tokisaki: Exhibits her time-based powers, showcasing her strength and determination to capture Wu Yan.
• Wu Yan: Demonstrates his lightning abilities and strategic thinking, trying to outmaneuver Kurumi.

Significant Themes

• Time manipulation: Kurumi's powers revolve around controlling and manipulating time, creating a unique challenge for Wu Yan.
• Pursuit and capture: Kurumi's relentless pursuit of Wu Yan highlights her obsession and the danger he faces.

Character Interactions

• Kurumi Tokisaki and Wu Yan: Kurumi's aggressive advances are met with Wu Yan's evasive maneuvers and strategic planning, creating a tense cat-and-mouse dynamic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Yan faces Kurumi Tokisaki, who attempts to kill him with her 'Seventh Bullet'.
• Wu Yan uses his 'Black Iron Sand' ability to block the bullet and counterattacks with an electric shock, injuring Kurumi.
• Kurumi's past re-manifestations attack Wu Yan, riddling him with bullets.
• Wu Yan uses his 'Crimson Lotus Flames' to incinerate the re-manifestations in a pit.
• Kurumi survives and uses her 'Fourth Bullet' to heal herself.
• Kurumi threatens to drag Wu Yan into the 'City of Devouring Time'.
• Wu Yan prepares to fight Kurumi using all his skills.

Character Developments

• Wu Yan demonstrates his abilities and resilience, pushing back against Kurumi's powerful attacks.
• Kurumi shows her durability and healing factor, as well as her growing interest in Wu Yan.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and resilience is prominent, as both characters push each other to their limits.
• The theme of obsession is hinted at, as Kurumi's interest in Wu Yan grows.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Kurumi engage in a fierce battle, with both parties showing their unique abilities and strategies.
• Kurumi's past re-manifestations briefly interact with Wu Yan, attacking him on Kurumi's behalf.
• Wu Yan and Kurumi verbally engage, with Kurumi taunting Wu Yan and Wu Yan expressing his determination to fight back.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Yan and Kurumi Tokisaki's battle is interrupted by a mysterious pillar of light that teleports Wu Yan away.
• Kurumi Tokisaki is later confronted by another Spirit, Nightmare, who kills her, but Kurumi respawns as usual.
• Wu Yan is teleported to Fraxinus, Ratatoskr's aerial warship, by Kotori using the transfer device.
• The Ratatoskr team watches a recording of Wu Yan's battle with Kurumi, and they discuss the new Spirit, Nightmare.

Character Developments

• Wu Yan: Shows his combat prowess against Kurumi but is ultimately teleported away.
• Kurumi Tokisaki: Display's her fanaticism and bloodthirstiness, and is killed by Nightmare but respawns.
• Nightmare: Introduced as a new Spirit who kills Kurumi but doesn't 'eat' her, suggesting a different approach to dealing with Spirits.
• Kotori: Not directly present but uses the transfer device to bring Wu Yan back to Fraxinus.

Significant Themes

• The power and unpredictability of Spirits, with Kurumi's evil nature and Nightmare's different approach challenging the team's understanding.
• The struggle against Spirits and the need for new strategies, as seen in Wu Yan's battle and Nightmare's actions.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Kurumi Tokisaki: Engage in a fierce battle before Wu Yan is teleported away.
• Kurumi Tokisaki and Nightmare: Have a brief confrontation, with Nightmare killing Kurumi but not 'eating' her.
• Wu Yan and Reine Murasame: Interact briefly as Wu Yan returns to Fraxinus.
• The Ratatoskr team: Discuss the battle and the new Spirit, Nightmare, while watching the recording.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Yan enters Ratatoskr's command center, drawing everyone's attention due to his rapid healing and displayed abilities.
• Kurumi Tokisaki, a powerful Spirit, is being observed on the large screen.
• Kotori asks Wu Yan if he has a way to capture Kurumi Tokisaki.

Character Developments

• Wu Yan: Struggles with the reality of Kurumi Tokisaki's situation and the potential consequences of his actions.
• Kotori: Struggles with the challenge of dealing with Kurumi Tokisaki and the uncertainty of the situation.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between humans and Spirits, and the potential for understanding and cooperation.
• The consequences of time travel and the butterfly effect.
• The power dynamics and authority in Ratatoskr's command center.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Kotori: Their interaction is tense, with Kotori questioning Wu Yan's intentions regarding Kurumi Tokisaki.
• Wu Yan and Ratatoskr members: The members are wary and curious about Wu Yan's abilities and identity.
• Wu Yan and Kurumi Tokisaki: Wu Yan feels pity and sympathy for Kurumi Tokisaki, understanding her goal but knowing the complications it would cause.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kotori places Kurumi Tokisaki under close surveillance to prevent future encounters like the one Wu Yan had.
• Wu Yan reveals he was attacked by the AST's high-level direct unit before encountering Kurumi.
• Kotori admits that Wu Yan was not protected like Tohka because she forgot to arrange it.
• Kotori introduces Yuezuki Tatsuha as Wu Yan's new assistant, who is revealed to be a man.

Character Developments

• Wu Yan: Shows concern for Tohka's safety and expresses frustration at the unequal treatment.
• Kotori: Admits her mistake in not protecting Wu Yan and attempts to rectify it by assigning him an assistant.
• Yuezuki Tatsuha: Introduced as Wu Yan's new assistant, initially presenting as a woman but later revealed to be a man.

Significant Themes

• Unequal treatment: Wu Yan's frustration highlights the disparity in protection between him and Tohka.
• Mistakes and consequences: Kotori's oversight leads to Wu Yan's dangerous situation.
• Appearances can be deceiving: Yuezuki Tatsuha's initial presentation as a woman is later revealed to be incorrect.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Kotori: Their interaction reveals Kotori's oversight and Wu Yan's frustration.
• Wu Yan and Yuezuki Tatsuha: Their initial meeting is marked by surprise and disappointment on Wu Yan's part.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Yan receives a communicator from Yuezuki Tatsuha for direct communication.
• Wu Yan returns home to find Tohka hungry and weak. He cooks dinner for her and the others.
• Kotori suggests that Wu Yan take a bath, and Tohka follows suit, setting up a potential encounter.

Character Developments

• Wu Yan shows concern and care for Tohka, demonstrating his growing bond with the Spirits.
• Kotori's scheming against Wu Yan continues, revealing her desire to 'train' him and find a solution to the Kurumi Tokisaki incident.

Significant Themes

• The growing bond between Wu Yan and the Spirits, particularly Tohka.
• Kotori's manipulation and scheming, highlighting her desire to protect her brother and find a solution to the Spirit problem.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Tohka's interaction shows their growing closeness, with Wu Yan caring for Tohka's needs.
• Kotori's interaction with Wu Yan and Tohka reveals her manipulative nature and her desire to 'train' Wu Yan for a greater purpose.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kotori panics after imagining Shido and Tohka showering together.
• Wu Yan catches Kotori eavesdropping and decides to 'punish' her.
• Wu Yan kisses Kotori, and they engage in a passionate make-out session at the stairwell.

Character Developments

• Kotori's jealousy and insecurities about Shido and Tohka's relationship are evident.
• Kotori's fear of Wu Yan's 'punishment' hints at a previous incident.
• Wu Yan's enjoyment of teasing and 'punishing' Kotori shows his playful and dominant nature.

Significant Themes

• Jealousy and insecurity in relationships.
• Power dynamics and consent in intimate situations.
• The blurred line between punishment and pleasure.

Character Interactions

• Kotori and Wu Yan's sibling dynamic is tense and filled with sexual tension.
• Wu Yan's dominance and Kotori's submission are evident in their interaction.
• Kotori's fear of Wu Yan's 'punishment' contrasts with her desire for his attention.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The day starts gloomy and overcast, foreshadowing an impending rainstorm.
• Wu Yan, Kotori, Tohka, and Shiori walk to school together, with Kotori acting unusually quiet and blushing.
• Shiori notices Kotori's strange behavior and speculates that she might have had an encounter with a boy.
• At school, Tohka and Wu Yan invite Shiori to have lunch with them, but Tobiichi Origami intervenes, causing tension.
• Lunch becomes an uncomfortable affair with Tohka and Origami glaring at each other, Wu Yan feeling pressured, and Shiori being fed by Origami.

Character Developments

• Kotori is shown to be more innocent and bashful after the kissing scene with Wu Yan.
• Tobiichi Origami displays a new side, showing interest in Wu Yan and being affectionate towards Shiori, hinting at potential romantic feelings.

Significant Themes

• The theme of love and relationships is emphasized, with Kotori's behavior hinting at her growing feelings for Wu Yan, and Origami's actions suggesting her interest in him as well.
• The theme of tension and conflict is present, with Tohka and Origami's hostile interaction and the awkward lunch scene.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yan and Shiori have a friendly, sibling-like relationship, with Shiori showing concern for Kotori's behavior.
• Kotori and Wu Yan share a growing connection, with Kotori acting differently due to her feelings for him.
• Tohka and Origami have a tense, adversarial relationship, with Tohka showing clear dislike for Origami.
• Origami shows a softer side with Shiori, feeding her lunch and being affectionate, hinting at a possible change in her character.