Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kujo Iruka, a devilishly charming big sister with jet-black wings, bullies Su Youzi in her dorm room.
• Kujo Iruka enjoys the attention and praise from Su Youzi but maintains her dominant position.
• Su Youzi expresses concern about Kujo Iruka's revealing attire, leading to a change in her appearance.
• Kujo Iruka teases Su Youzi and changes her outfit to a more casual, military-style look, satisfying Su Youzi's gaze.

Character Developments

• Kujo Iruka: Shows enjoyment in bullying and teasing Su Youzi, reveals her stubborn nature in wanting to confront a 'dead person', and demonstrates the ability to change her appearance.
• Su Youzi: Shows concern for Kujo Iruka's well-being and comfort, displays a soft-spoken demeanor when bullied, and has a tendency to praise attractive girls.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and bullying: Kujo Iruka's dominant behavior and Su Youzi's submissive response highlight the power imbalance between them.
• Appearance and identity: Kujo Iruka's ability to change her appearance and Su Youzi's concern about it suggest the importance of presentation and self-image.
• Teasing and flirtation: Kujo Iruka's playful behavior towards Su Youzi indicates a level of intimacy and comfort between them.

Character Interactions

• Kujo Iruka and Su Youzi: Their interactions involve bullying, teasing, and praise, with Kujo Iruka enjoying the attention and Su Youzi showing concern and soft-spoken deference.

In this chapter, Kujo Iruka, a powerful Anomaly, teases and bullies Su Youzi, a fellow student, about her new military-style outfit. Su Youzi, despite her initial discomfort, finds herself drawn to Kujo Iruka's confidence and strength. Kujo Iruka, in turn, expresses that she only cares about Su Youzi's opinion of her new look. The chapter ends with Kujo Iruka commanding Su Youzi to smile, indicating her dominance over the situation. Meanwhile, Soga Toyura, another student, watches this interaction with a pair of crimson eyes, hinting at potential conflict or interest.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi is bullied by Kujo Iruka in the Assault Department's dormitory.
• Soga Ishikawa Kiyomi arrives, witnessing the scene.
• Su Youzi takes Kujo Iruka away to prevent a confrontation with Kiyomi.
• Kujo Iruka shows interest in Kiyomi, who once fell into the Anomaly Abyss and returned.
• Su Youzi reveals that Kiyomi received Goddess of Destiny's Gift after returning.

Character Developments

• Su Youzi: Shows concern for Kiyomi's well-being and tries to protect her from Kujo Iruka. She also reveals her knowledge of Kiyomi's past.
• Kujo Iruka: Displayed bullying behavior towards Su Youzi. She shows interest in Kiyomi's past and seems sensitive about the topic of the Anomaly Abyss.
• Soga Ishikawa Kiyomi: Feels hatred towards Kujo Iruka and is upset by Su Youzi's behavior. She has a complex past involving the Anomaly Abyss and Goddess of Destiny's Gift.

Significant Themes

• Bullying and power dynamics among students.
• The consequences of falling into the Anomaly Abyss and the possibility of returning.
• The impact of Goddess of Destiny's Gift on those who receive it.

Character Interactions

• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka: Kujo Iruka bullies Su Youzi, while Su Youzi tries to placate her and take her away to prevent a conflict with Kiyomi.
• Su Youzi and Soga Ishikawa Kiyomi: Su Youzi shows concern for Kiyomi's well-being but also causes her distress by hugging Kujo Iruka.
• Kujo Iruka and Soga Ishikawa Kiyomi: Kujo Iruka shows interest in Kiyomi's past, while Kiyomi feels hatred towards Kujo Iruka.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kujo Iruka pushes Iruka out of the girls' dormitory.
• Soga Ishikawa Kiyomi sees them, but Kujo Iruka is more interested in Kiyomi's Gift of the Goddess.
• Su Youzi brings Kujo Iruka to a commercial street, revisiting places from her student days.

Character Developments

• Kujo Iruka: Shows obsession with the Gift of the Goddess and interest in Kiyomi's Gift. Demonstrates a new weakness in caring about girls' feelings, except when bullying them.
• Su Youzi: Regains confidence after the initial bullying, takes Kujo Iruka to familiar places, and enjoys the sisterly companionship.
• Soga Ishikawa Kiyomi: Witnesses Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka together, feels jealous and upset.

Significant Themes

• Bullying and manipulation, particularly of girls.
• The power dynamics between girls and their relationships.
• The desire for the Gift of the Goddess and its consequences.

Character Interactions

• Kujo Iruka and Su Youzi: Despite the initial bullying, they interact like sisters, with Su Youzi enjoying the closeness and Kujo Iruka finding it satisfying.
• Soga Ishikawa Kiyomi and Su Youzi: Kiyomi feels jealous and upset seeing Su Youzi with Kujo Iruka, leading her to consider complaining to Soga Toyura.
• Su Youzi and the Crepe Shop Proprietress: The proprietress recognizes Su Youzi but is shocked to see Kujo Iruka with her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka visit a crepe shop run by a former Assault Department student who recognized Kujo Iruka.
• The shop owner, Momomiya, is revealed to be Kujo Iruka's former junior and recognizes her despite her changed appearance.
• Su Youzi worries about potential consequences if Momomiya reveals Kujo Iruka's identity.

Character Developments

• Su Youzi: She shows concern for Kujo Iruka's safety and tries to protect her from potential threats.
• Kujo Iruka: She remains calm and playful despite the situation, revealing she remembers Momomiya due to her unique fear of blood.
• Momomiya: She shows resilience and adaptability, opening a crepe shop after her dreams of being an Operator were dashed by her hemophobia.

Significant Themes

• Identity and Recognition: Momomiya recognizes Kujo Iruka despite her changed appearance, highlighting the theme of identity and how it can be recognized by others.
• Fear and Adaptation: Both Momomiya and Kujo Iruka face their fears (hemophobia and being an Anomaly) and adapt to their situations.
• Power Dynamics: The dynamic between Su Youzi, Kujo Iruka, and Momomiya showcases different types of power (physical, social, and emotional) and how they interact.

Character Interactions

• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka: Their dynamic is playful yet tense, with Su Youzi trying to protect Kujo Iruka while also being affected by her advances.
• Kujo Iruka and Momomiya: They share a past as senior and junior, with Momomiya recognizing Kujo Iruka and treating her with respect and familiarity.
• Su Youzi and Momomiya: They don't interact directly, but Su Youzi is aware of Momomiya's recognition of Kujo Iruka and worries about the potential consequences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi attempts to gain affection points with Kujo Iruka by offering her a Strawberry Cream Crepe, but fails as Anomalies like Kujo Iruka have no sense of taste.
• Kujo Iruka suggests playing the "Pokey Game" with Su Youzi, where they eat a crepe from opposite ends, with the loser accepting a punishment.
• Su Youzi, nervous and embarrassed, plays the game with Kujo Iruka in a crowded street, with the crepe shop owner watching.

Character Developments

• Su Youzi: Struggles with her feelings for Kujo Iruka and her fear of Anomalies, showing vulnerability and embarrassment during the Pokey Game.
• Kujo Iruka: Reveals a playful and mischievous side, enjoying Su Youzi's discomfort during the game, hinting at a deeper interest in her.

Significant Themes

• Fear and Embarrassment: Su Youzi's fear of Anomalies and her embarrassment during the Pokey Game are the main sources of 'cuisine' for Kujo Iruka.
• Bullying and Power Dynamics: Kujo Iruka's enjoyment in bullying Su Youzi highlights the power dynamics between them.

Character Interactions

• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka: Their interaction is tense and filled with sexual tension, with Kujo Iruka enjoying Su Youzi's discomfort and Su Youzi struggling with her feelings and fear.
• Su Youzi and the Crepe Shop Owner (Momomiya): The owner watches their interaction, recognizing Su Youzi but knowing the Kujo Iruka present isn't the same as the one she knew.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi loses a game of Pokey to Kujo Iruka, who makes her buy a maid outfit and call her 'Master'.
• Kujo Iruka takes Su Youzi on a late-night outing, visiting places from her past.
• Su Youzi brings Kujo Iruka to an old warehouse where her statue is stored, stirring Kujo Iruka's past memories.

Character Developments

• Kujo Iruka: Shows her dominance and control over Su Youzi, revealing her manipulative side. She also displays nostalgia and a hint of her past glory upon seeing her statue.
• Su Youzi: Struggles to keep up with Kujo Iruka's demands, showing signs of exhaustion and resistance. She also demonstrates resourcefulness in finding Kujo Iruka's statue.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: Kujo Iruka's dominance over Su Youzi is a central theme, highlighting the power imbalance between them.
• The Past: Kujo Iruka's statue serves as a reminder of her past glory, stirring complex emotions within her.
• Manipulation: Kujo Iruka's actions towards Su Youzi showcase her manipulative nature, playing with Su Youzi's energy and mind.

Character Interactions

• Kujo Iruka and Su Youzi: Their dynamic is one of dominance and submission, with Kujo Iruka exerting control over Su Youzi. Despite this, Su Youzi shows resistance and resourcefulness.
• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka's Statue: Su Youzi's interaction with Kujo Iruka's statue serves as a catalyst for Kujo Iruka's emotional response and change in demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi, a prominent student at Shiritsu Megumi Garden Academy, is abducted.
• Kiriye Hana discovers Su Youzi's disappearance and alerts Sakai Miho.
• Sakai Miho, with the help of teachers Unohana Chiyo and Nishizono, reviews surveillance footage and identifies the abductor as Kujo Iruka.

Character Developments

• Kiriye Hana shows concern for Su Youzi's well-being, demonstrating her loyalty and awareness of Su Youzi's importance.
• Sakai Miho's actions reveal her dedication to protecting Su Youzi, even prioritizing her over class rules.
• Kujo Iruka is revealed to be the abductor, hinting at her hidden motives and capabilities.

Significant Themes

• Protection and Vulnerability: The academy's efforts to protect Su Youzi are shown to be insufficient, highlighting her vulnerability despite her strength.
• Trust and Betrayal: The abduction by Kujo Iruka, someone familiar to the academy, raises questions about trust and loyalty among the characters.

Character Interactions

• Kiriye Hana and the "Seat of Evil" show dependence on Su Youzi, emphasizing her role as a caretaker and provider.
• Sakai Miho's interactions with teachers and fellow students demonstrate her determination to protect Su Youzi, even at the risk of breaking rules.
• Kujo Iruka's interaction with the surveillance camera hints at her defiance and challenge towards the academy.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Kujo Iruka, a feared Seventh Sequence Anomaly, returns to Tokyo, disguised and without her Erosion Domain, to abduct Su Youzi.
• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka are seen playing a game together, with Youzi seemingly at a disadvantage.
• Youzi is later seen on a tram, being embraced by Kujo Iruka, appearing bullied.
• Soga Toyura receives a card and Youzi's intimate clothing from Kujo Iruka, with a message saying Youzi is in her hands and to wait until she's done playing.

Character Developments

• Unohana Chiyo and Saion Sagara recognize Kujo Iruka and understand the gravity of the situation.
• Sakai Miho worries about Youzi's safety and blames herself for not protecting Youzi.
• Soga Toyura is shown to be distressed and trembling upon receiving the message and Youzi's clothing from Kujo Iruka.

Significant Themes

• The danger and unpredictability of Anomalies, particularly powerful ones like Kujo Iruka.
• The protective instincts and worry of those who care for Youzi, such as Unohana Chiyo, Sakai Miho, and Soga Toyura.
• The manipulative and playful nature of Kujo Iruka, as shown in her message to Soga Toyura.

Character Interactions

• Unohana Chiyo and Saion Sagara exchange coded messages, understanding the danger Kujo Iruka poses.
• Sakai Miho seeks reassurance from Unohana Chiyo about the situation, showing her worry and insecurity.
• Kujo Iruka interacts with Youzi, seemingly playing with her, and sends a taunting message to Soga Toyura.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Soga Toyura (Yura) has an outburst, flipping over a heavy coffee table, indicating her extreme anger.
• Yura's younger sister, Su Youzi (Yuzu), has been kidnapped.
• A letter from Kujo Iruka, claiming responsibility for Yuzu's abduction, is found in their dormitory.
• Sakura Mai, Yura's guardian, receives a call from Unohana Chiyo, the director of Yuzu's school, confirming the kidnapping.
• A mysterious woman informs her young lady (later revealed to be Kujo Iruka) about Yuzu's abduction.

Character Developments

• Yura's calm and composed demeanor is shattered, revealing her intense fury and protective nature towards Yuzu.
• Sakura Mai shows concern for Yura and Yuzu, trying to stay calm and rational while dealing with the crisis.
• Unohana Chiyo feels guilty for not protecting Yuzu and is anxious about informing Yura and Sakura Mai.
• Kujo Iruka is revealed to be behind Yuzu's kidnapping, showing her arrogance and disregard for others.

Significant Themes

• The theme of family and sisterly love is emphasized through Yura's extreme reaction to Yuzu's kidnapping.
• The theme of power and its consequences is shown through Yura's display of her Fourth Sequence Ability User power.
• The theme of betrayal and trust is hinted at through Kujo Iruka's actions and the reactions of those affected.

Character Interactions

• Yura and Sakura Mai's interaction shows their close bond and mutual concern for Yuzu.
• The interaction between the mysterious woman and her young lady (Kujo Iruka) reveals Iruka's arrogance and disregard for others.
• The interaction between Unohana Chiyo and Sakura Mai shows their shared concern and responsibility towards Yuzu's safety.

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Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi wakes up in an unfamiliar, bare Japanese-style room with no sound from outside.
• She recalls being overwhelmed by Kujo Iruka's aura after touching her statue, leading to her loss of consciousness.
• Su Youzi finds herself in a kimono, with her original clothes missing.
• She decides to open the room's sliding door to explore outside.

Character Developments

• Su Youzi: She remains calm and collected despite her situation, displaying strategic thinking and understanding of Anomalies.
• Kujo Iruka: Not directly present, but her overbearing nature and suppression of Su Youzi are evident.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Kujo Iruka's overwhelming power and Su Youzi's attempt to reverse the situation.
• Isolation: The silent, bare room symbolizes Su Youzi's isolation and lack of control.
• Anomalies: The presence of many Anomalies hints at the danger and mystery Su Youzi faces.

Character Interactions

• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka: Their interaction is implied through Su Youzi's memories and her determination to change the power dynamics.
• Su Youzi and the Anomalies: Su Youzi encounters a group of Anomalies when she opens the room's door, indicating potential conflict or cooperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi wakes up in an unfamiliar room in the Territory of Anomalies, realizing she's been taken by Kujo Iruka.
• She's worried about her sister, Soga Toyura, and the potential consequences of her disappearance.
• Kujo Iruka visits Su Youzi, revealing she's borrowed her from Soga Toyura for a few days.

Character Developments

• Su Youzi: Realizes her situation, worries about her sister, and struggles with her feelings towards Kujo Iruka.
• Kujo Iruka: Shows her manipulative and playful side, enjoying Su Youzi's discomfort and the power she holds over her.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation: Kujo Iruka's actions highlight her control over Su Youzi and her enjoyment of the situation.
• Sisterly bond: Su Youzi's primary concern is her sister's reaction to her disappearance, emphasizing the strength of their bond.

Character Interactions

• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka: Their dynamic is tense and playful, with Kujo Iruka teasing Su Youzi and enjoying her discomfort.
• Su Youzi and Soga Toyura: Though not present, Soga Toyura's influence is strong, as Su Youzi worries about her reaction to her abduction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi realizes Kujo Iruka's provocation of Soga Toyura, which could lead to war and global chaos.
• Su Youzi unleashes her Throne power, creating a dark, colorless domain, after Kujo Iruka threatens Soga Toyura.
• Su Youzi pins down Kujo Iruka and expresses her intent to thank her for removing her last restraint, Tokyo.

Character Developments

• Su Youzi: Shows extreme loyalty and protectiveness towards Soga Toyura, snapping when Soga Toyura is threatened. Her power is unleashed, and she becomes more determined and dangerous.
• Kujo Iruka: Realizes the gravity of her actions in provoking Soga Toyura. She tries to reason with Su Youzi but is overpowered. Her past experiences with Kujo Ryuko are hinted at.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and Protectiveness: Su Youzi's unwavering loyalty and protective instincts towards Soga Toyura are the driving force behind her actions.
• Power and Control: The characters' powers and their willingness to use them are central to the conflict and resolution.
• Consequences of Actions: Kujo Iruka's actions have severe consequences, highlighting the theme of responsibility.

Character Interactions

• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka: Their interaction is tense and confrontational, with Su Youzi becoming increasingly aggressive and Kujo Iruka trying to reason with her.
• Su Youzi and Soga Toyura: Though not physically present, Soga Toyura's potential danger influences Su Youzi's actions and emotions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi, ignoring her System's warnings, wants to fight her way back.
• Kujo Iruka is surprised by Su Youzi's sudden aggression.
• Su Youzi uses her domain and physical strength to suppress Kujo Iruka.
• Kujo Iruka reveals her domain, a rift-like abyss, and gains the upper hand.
• Su Youzi's ability, "Human Wrench," begins to take effect on Kujo Iruka.

Character Developments

• Su Youzi shows determination and resolve, even in the face of danger.
• Kujo Iruka reveals a gentler side, indicating a change in her intentions towards Su Youzi.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for dominance between characters.
• The influence of rules and abilities on the characters' actions and perceptions.

Character Interactions

• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka engage in a physical struggle, reflecting their power dynamic and personal conflict.
• Kujo Iruka's attitude towards Su Youzi shifts, showing a more protective or guiding side.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kujo Iruka and Su Youzi's battle continues, with Kujo Iruka gaining the upper hand.
• Kujo Iruka uses her "Rule" ability to suppress Su Youzi, but Su Youzi counters with her own "Rule."
• Su Youzi changes the rules of the battle, causing them to fall from the ceiling and entangle in her thorns.

Character Developments

• Kujo Iruka: Struggles with her desire to not hurt Su Youzi, revealing a gentler side. Her "Rule" ability is shown to be overbearing and irresistible.
• Su Youzi: Attempts to send a message to her sister, Soga Toyura, through Kujo Ryuko. She becomes more active in the fight, trying to gain the upper hand.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: Both characters use their abilities to try and gain control over the other.
• Relationships: The complex relationships between the sisters (Kujo Iruka and Kujo Ryuko, Su Youzi and Soga Toyura) are explored.
• Rule and Order: The characters' abilities are based on rules, which they use to try and influence the outcome of the battle.

Character Interactions

• Kujo Iruka and Su Youzi: Their battle continues, with each trying to gain the upper hand. They show a degree of restraint, not wanting to hurt each other seriously.
• Su Youzi and Soga Toyura: Su Youzi thinks about her sister and tries to send her a message, showing her concern for her well-being.
• Kujo Iruka and Kujo Ryuko: Kujo Iruka thinks about her sister and uses her to try and appease Su Youzi, showing a level of manipulation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi uses the "Godmother's Laurel" to briefly control Kujo Iruka, causing black thorns to climb onto her body.
• Kujo Iruka's power is temporarily suppressed, and she is unable to move for three seconds.
• After the effect wears off, Kujo Iruka's true form as the Abyssal Empress of the Seventh Sequence is revealed, and she gains the upper hand in the battle.
• Kujo Iruka pins Su Youzi to the wall, intending to teach her a lesson.
• Su Youzi smiles, and Kujo Iruka realizes she's been tricked. Su Youzi uses "Word Spirit" power to immobilize Kujo Iruka.
• Su Youzi bites into Kujo Iruka's wing, expressing her intention to "eat" her.

Character Developments

• Kujo Iruka: Becomes enraged and reveals her true form after being provoked by Su Youzi. She gains the upper hand in the battle but is ultimately outsmarted by Su Youzi.
• Su Youzi: Proves to be more cunning and manipulative than previously thought. She uses the "Godmother's Laurel" and "Word Spirit" power to control Kujo Iruka and turn the tables in the battle.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The battle between Kujo Iruka and Su Youzi highlights the shifting power dynamics between them, with each character gaining the upper hand at different points.
• Manipulation and deception: Both characters use manipulation and deception to gain an advantage in the battle, with Su Youzi ultimately outsmarting Kujo Iruka.

Character Interactions

• Kujo Iruka and Su Youzi: Their dynamic shifts throughout the chapter, with Kujo Iruka initially gaining the upper hand but ultimately being outsmarted by Su Youzi. Their interactions are marked by manipulation, deception, and a power struggle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi bites Kujo Iruka's wing, causing her to lose control and unleash a powerful Calamity Aura.
• Kujo Iruka's power explosion benefits all Anomaly girls, including Su Youzi, who levels up from 33 to 35.
• Su Youzi faints after her counterattack, but smiles in near victory, recalling Kujo Iruka's invincibility in the game.
• Kujo Iruka, instead of attacking Su Youzi, orders a maiden to help her change her clothes.

Character Developments

• Su Youzi: Shows resilience and agency by biting Kujo Iruka, her first significant counterattack. She also gains levels from Kujo Iruka's power surge.
• Kujo Iruka: Experiences a rare emotional reaction to Su Youzi's bite, showing hesitation and vulnerability. She orders Su Youzi's care, indicating a shift in her behavior.
• Soga Toyura: Struggles with feelings of inadequacy after reaching the Fourth Sequence, questioning her ability to protect Su Youzi.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Su Youzi's bite challenges Kujo Iruka's dominance, and Kujo Iruka's hesitation suggests a shift in their power balance.
• Emotional vulnerability: Kujo Iruka's unusual reaction to Su Youzi's bite hints at her hidden emotions and insecurities.
• Growth and resilience: Su Youzi's level-up and Soga Toyura's self-reflection show the characters' development and determination.

Character Interactions

• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka: Their 'battle' leads to a moment of vulnerability for Kujo Iruka and a sense of victory for Su Youzi.
• Soga Toyura and Sakura Mai: Soga Toyura seeks comfort from Sakura Mai, highlighting their close bond and mutual support.
• Kujo Iruka and the maiden: Kujo Iruka orders the maiden to care for Su Youzi, suggesting a change in Kujo Iruka's attitude towards her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi faints after absorbing Kujo Iruka's power.
• Kujo Iruka's subordinate, Lian, takes Su Youzi to a hot spring.
• Su Youzi wakes up in Lian's arms, with an Operator recruitment prompt appearing.

Character Developments

• Su Youzi: Realizes she can't receive the "Goddess of Destiny's Gift" and considers asking Saint Michael about it. She also experiences a new side of her power, feeling more satisfied but still incomplete.
• Kujo Iruka: Feels lonely and bored in her domain, longing for companionship. She abducts Su Youzi to alleviate her loneliness.
• Lian: Shows a hint of emotion (disdain) towards Kujo Iruka, suggesting she might have some autonomy.

Significant Themes

• Loneliness and the desire for companionship (Kujo Iruka).
• The nature of "Gifts" and the "Goddess of Destiny's Gift" (Su Youzi).
• The relationship between Anomalies and their powers (Su Youzi, Kujo Iruka).

Character Interactions

• Su Youzi and Kujo Iruka: Their relationship remains complex, with Kujo Iruka abducting Su Youzi and Su Youzi trying to understand Kujo Iruka's motives.
• Su Youzi and Lian: They have a brief, intimate moment when Su Youzi wakes up in Lian's arms.
• Kujo Iruka and Lian: Kujo Iruka feels frustrated with Lian's lack of understanding and emotion, while Lian shows a hint of defiance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Youzi attempts to recruit Lian, an Anomaly girl, while sitting in a hot spring.
• She considers Lian a 'lower-star accompanying unit' to the 'higher rarity' Kujo Iruka.
• Su Youzi successfully recruits Lian, but is surprised to find Lian is a powerful 5-star Operator with unique abilities.

Character Developments

• Su Youzi shows hesitation in recruiting Lian due to her loyalty to Kujo Iruka, but ultimately decides to recruit her.
• Lian remains calm and unfazed throughout the recruitment process, displaying her strength and loyalty.

Significant Themes

• The theme of recruitment and poaching in the context of a game, with Su Youzi comparing the situation to a limited-time event.
• The power dynamics between Anomalies and Operators, with Lian's past as a weapon against Anomalies and her current status as an Anomaly herself.

Character Interactions

• Su Youzi and Lian interact physically due to the hot spring setting, with Su Youzi sitting on Lian's lap.
• Su Youzi considers recruiting Lian as a way to 'cuckold' Kujo Iruka, showing her competitive nature.
• Lian shows no reaction to Su Youzi's actions, displaying her loyalty and detachment from Su Youzi's schemes.