Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• μ's members suggest a training camp for the weekend to improve synergy and practice together.
• Toujou Nozomi proposes using Nishikino Maki's family villa for the camp, but Maki initially refuses.
• Yuno Gasai reassures Maki that the camp won't change their fate, and Maki agrees to ask her mother.
• Toujou Nozomi invites Kira Yoshikage to join the camp, causing mixed reactions among the members.
• Despite Minami Kotori's objections, the majority of μ's members agree to the camp, with Kira Yoshikage included.

Character Developments

• Toujou Nozomi displays her leadership and persuasiveness, orchestrating the training camp.
• Nishikino Maki shows reluctance to share her carefully planned weekend with Kira Yoshikage.
• Yuno Gasai maintains her calm and reassuring demeanor, influencing Maki's decision.
• Minami Kotori expresses concern about the sudden changes in their plans and relationships.
• Kira Yoshikage remains mostly passive, with his thoughts and feelings largely unvoiced.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Destiny: Toujou Nozomi uses Tarot cards to predict a 'pleasant trip,' while Yuno Gasai reassures Maki that their fate won't change.
• Group Dynamics: The members of μ's show differing opinions and reactions to the proposed training camp, highlighting their individual personalities and relationships.
• Decision Making and Agency: The characters grapple with making decisions that affect the group, with some feeling pressured or left out of the process.

Character Interactions

• Toujou Nozomi and Yuno Gasai work together to convince Nishikino Maki to agree to the training camp.
• Minami Kotori feels betrayed by her friends' agreement to the camp, leading to a tense moment between her and Kousaka Honoka.
• Kira Yoshikage is invited to the camp without his input, highlighting his peripheral role in the group's dynamics.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kira Yoshikage is pressured into a sleepover by Nozomi and Maki.
• Yuno Gasai brutally kills a blond youth in an alley, planning to frame a pregnant woman, Hoshino Ayumi, for the murder.
• Yuno and her familiar, Murumuru, manipulate Ayumi's memories and induce labor to send her to Nishikino General Hospital.
• μ's members visit Maki's luxurious villa for a sleepover.

Character Developments

• Kira Yoshikage: Struggles with being pressured into the sleepover but finds it 'perfect' as he wants to help Nozomi sleep soundly.
• Yuno Gasai: Shows no remorse for her brutal actions and enjoys manipulating others.
• Maki: Becomes more aggressive and possessive of Kira in front of Nozomi and μ's.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and control, as seen in Yuno's actions and the power dynamics between Maki, Nozomi, and Kira.
• Class and wealth disparity, highlighted by μ's members' reactions to Maki's luxurious home.

Character Interactions

• Kira Yoshikage and Nozomi: Nozomi pressures Kira into the sleepover, and he reluctantly agrees.
• Yuno Gasai and Murumuru: Yuno consults with Murumuru on her plans, showing a level of trust.
• Maki and μ's: Maki is aggressive and possessive of Kira around Nozomi and her friends, causing tension.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kira Yoshikage and Maki visit Maki's home, where they meet Maki's friends.
• Maki's mother is not home; she's a doctor and owns a hospital.
• Yuno Gasai calls Maki and Kira to her room, revealing a bloody scene from her 'training' in a 'small world'.
• Yuno tries to provoke jealousy between Maki and Kira, but Kira reassures Maki.

Character Developments

• Maki: Shows a strong personality and takes initiative, but also displays anxiety and dependence on Kira.
• Yuno: Reveals her 'training' of Maki and her ability to create 'small worlds'. She's cunning and manipulative, but also shows restraint.
• Kira: Maintains his calm and collected demeanor, reassuring Maki and stopping Yuno's provocation. He prefers partners with unique souls over mere playthings.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and control: Yuno's 'training' of Maki and her attempts to provoke jealousy.
• Jealousy and possession: Yuno's fear of losing Kira to Maki.
• Trust and reassurance: Kira's reassurance to Maki, showing his preference for her over Yuno's manipulations.

Character Interactions

• Maki and Kira: Maki shows dependence on Kira, while Kira reassures and comforts her.
• Yuno and Maki: Yuno tries to provoke Maki's jealousy and assert her dominance.
• Yuno and Kira: Yuno tries to make Kira jealous, but he remains calm and stops her manipulations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• μ's members are at Maki Nishikino's villa, where they hear Maki and her sister Yuno engaging in a compromising situation with Kira Yoshikage.
• Maki gives birth to a daughter, Hoshino Ayumi, with Kamiki Hikaru as the father. Hoshino Ai, Hoshino Ayumi's older sister, is informed about the situation.
• Kamiki Hikaru is identified as the deceased in the murder case involving Hoshino Ayumi.

Character Developments

• Maki Nishikino: Shows a side of herself that μ's members were unaware of, surprising them with her vocal abilities and actions.
• Hoshino Ai: Learns about her mother's involvement in a murder case and her sister's birth, displaying concern and maturity beyond her age.

Significant Themes

• The theme of hidden aspects of one's personality, as seen with Maki Nishikino's secret life.
• The consequences of past actions, as seen with Kamiki Hikaru's involvement in the murder case and his role as a father.

Character Interactions

• μ's members react to the unexpected situation involving Maki, leading to a mix of embarrassment, shock, and curiosity.
• Hoshino Ai and her agency president, Saito Ichigo, show concern for her well-being as she faces the news about her mother and sister.
• Yumiwara Saki and Terada Tokunosuke discuss the case, revealing their professional approach to handling the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hoshino Ai is questioned by Yumiwara Saki about her mother, Hoshino Ayumi, who hasn't seen Ai in nine months and had previously asked Ai for money.
• It's revealed that Ai's mother is pregnant with Kamiki Hikaru's child and is a suspect in his murder.
• Hoshino Ayumi is later found dead.

Character Developments

• Hoshino Ai is shown to be scatterbrained and forgetful, struggling to remember people she's met.
• Yumiwara Saki shows compassion towards Ai's situation.
• Saito Ichigo is protective of Ai and concerned about her well-being.

Significant Themes

• The exploitation of child stars by their parents.
• The consequences of past actions (Hoshino Ayumi's pregnancy and suspected involvement in Kamiki Hikaru's murder).

Character Interactions

• Hoshino Ai interacts with Yumiwara Saki, Saito Ichigo, and Toyohama Waka during the questioning.
• μ's members (Minami Kotori, Toujou Nozomi) experience a shared dream involving Maki and Kira Yoshikage, highlighting their close bond and shared experiences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• μ's members wake up from a shared dream, realizing it was incredibly vivid and realistic.
• They suspect the dream might not have been just a dream, given its vividness and the time discrepancy (15 minutes in reality vs. 2 hours in the dream).
• Kira Yoshikage descends the stairs, breaking the awkward atmosphere.
• Toujou Nozomi hints at the dream's content, causing embarrassment among the members.
• The group decides to cook dinner together due to hunger, with Kira Yoshikage taking the lead.

Character Developments

• Maki: Shows suspicion and curiosity about the dream and Toujou Nozomi's hints.
• Toujou Nozomi: Displayed cunning and understanding of the situation, suggesting the dream might be a barrier with time acceleration.
• Kira Yoshikage: Shows calmness and capability in the kitchen, impressing the μ's members.

Significant Themes

• The blurring of reality and dreams, suggesting supernatural elements.
• Embarrassment and awkwardness due to the shared dream's content.
• Teamwork and cooperation among the μ's members.

Character Interactions

• Maki and Toujou Nozomi: Maki is suspicious of Nozomi's hints, while Nozomi teases and provokes Maki.
• Kira Yoshikage and the μ's members: Kira's calm demeanor and cooking skills impress the group, relieving the awkward atmosphere.
• μ's members among themselves: They show solidarity and understanding, deciding to cook together and help each other out.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The girls help Kira Yoshikage prepare a meal, but his efficiency makes their assistance seem unnecessary.
• Hanayo, Rin, and Umi discuss their food preferences while cooking.
• At a supermarket, Eli, Maki, and Nozomi discuss their shared dream and the possibility of it being a barrier created by Maki or her older sister Yuno.
• Maki, Eli, and Nozomi discuss a plan to involve everyone in their shared 'destiny' to avoid embarrassment.

Character Developments

• Kira Yoshikage: Shows exceptional cooking skills and efficiency, making others' help seem unnecessary.
• Koizumi Hanayo: Reveals her love for rice.
• Hoshizora Rin: Shares her preference for ramen.
• Nishikino Maki: Struggles with embarrassment over her actions in the shared dream and considers involving everyone to avoid being singled out.
• Toujou Nozomi: Teases Maki and Eli, suggesting they all participate in their shared 'destiny' to avoid embarrassment.
• Ayase Eli: Initially hesitant, she considers her younger sister Arisa's involvement and expresses her disapproval of the plan.

Significant Themes

• Embarrassment and the desire to avoid it.
• The power of shared experiences and 'destiny.'
• The blurring of reality and dreams.

Character Interactions

• Kira Yoshikage and Hanayo, Rin, Umi: They work together to cook, with Kira's efficiency making their help seem unnecessary.
• Eli, Maki, and Nozomi: They discuss their shared dream, its possible origins, and a plan to involve everyone to avoid embarrassment.
• Maki and Nozomi: They have a playful, teasing dynamic, with Nozomi provoking Maki and offering to help her 'solve her problem.'
• Eli and Nozomi: They have a close, friendly relationship, with Eli expressing her disapproval of Nozomi's plan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The girls gather for dinner at Kira Yoshikage's house, where they enjoy his cooking.
• Kira reveals he doesn't cook often, which surprises the girls.
• Yuno Gasai, Maki's older sister, joins them for dinner after a shower, causing the girls to speculate about her relationship with Kira.

Character Developments

• Kira Yoshikage is shown to be a skilled cook but doesn't cook often due to living alone.
• Yuno Gasai is introduced as Maki's older sister, who is temporarily staying with the Nishikinos. She is polite and friendly towards the μ's members.

Significant Themes

• The theme of first impressions and initial interactions among the characters is prominent in this chapter.
• The dynamics of new relationships and potential romantic entanglements are hinted at, with the girls speculating about Yuno's feelings for Kira.

Character Interactions

• The girls react to Kira's cooking with enthusiasm and surprise.
• Yuno greets each μ's member individually, showing she is aware of their identities and relationships with Maki.
• Maki silently observes the interactions, hinting at her own plans and thoughts about the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hoshino Ai decides to take care of her newborn sister, Hoshino Ruby, despite her initial reservations.
• Toyohama Waka shares her experience with her half-sister, inspiring Ai to be a good older sister to Ruby.
• The μ's members have a sleepover at Maki's house, with Kira Yoshikage joining them. Strange noises and Eli's cry of pain occur during the night.

Character Developments

• Hoshino Ai shows growth in responsibility and determination, deciding to care for her sister.
• Toyohama Waka demonstrates her admiration for her half-sister, influencing Ai's decision.
• Kira Yoshikage is accepted into the group, spending the night with the μ's members.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and family: Ai takes on the responsibility of caring for her sister, and Waka's story highlights the importance of family bonds.
• Acceptance and belonging: Kira Yoshikage is welcomed into the group, showing acceptance and belonging.

Character Interactions

• Ai and Waka: They share a heart-to-heart conversation, with Waka inspiring Ai to be a good older sister.
• The μ's members: They have a sleepover, with strange occurrences happening during the night, leading to Eli's cry of pain.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kira Yoshikage plays Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CSGO) with μ's members.
• He easily defeats teams led by Nozomi and Maki.
• He guides Rin and Hanayo, two beginners, to understand the game and have a sniper duel.
• He eliminates the remaining members one by one, including Umi in a dramatic scene.
• Nico, the last one, challenges him, but is quickly eliminated.

Character Developments

• Kira Yoshikage: Shows his strategic and manipulative side, enjoying the game and teasing his opponents.
• μ's Members: Display varying levels of skill and courage, with some like Rin and Hanayo showing growth and resilience.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: Kira Yoshikage's dominance over the other players highlights the power dynamics in the game and in their relationships.
• Friendship and Betrayal: Some members prioritize self-preservation over helping their friends, while others like Rin and Hanayo stick together until the end.

Character Interactions

• Kira Yoshikage and Rin/Hanayo: He guides them gently, showing a softer side, and helps them understand the game and their own worth.
• μ's Members Among Themselves: Some betray or sacrifice others for self-preservation, while some like Rin and Hanayo show loyalty and support.
• Kira Yoshikage and Nico: He teases her, but also acknowledges her cuteness, leading to a brief moment of understanding between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yuno Gasai's appearance and victory in the battle.
• The aftermath of the battle, with characters resting and reflecting.
• Kira Yoshikage preparing breakfast for the group.

Character Developments

• Yuno Gasai: Proven to be a formidable fighter with exceptional perseverance and marksmanship.
• Sonoda Umi: Struggles to accept the reality of the situation, still in shock.
• Murumuru: Maintains the barrier, feeling drained and frustrated with her limited authority.
• Ayase Arisa: Shows curiosity and admiration for her sister's actions, and enjoys breakfast prepared by Kira Yoshikage.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance and resilience (Yuno Gasai).
• Acceptance of reality (Sonoda Umi).
• Frustration with limitations (Murumuru).
• Appreciation of simple, peaceful moments (Ayase Arisa, Kira Yoshikage).

Character Interactions

• Yuno Gasai and Maki: Their shared experiences and understanding of each other's strengths and weaknesses are highlighted.
• Sonoda Umi and Toujou Nozomi: They comfort each other, with Nozomi expressing satisfaction with their current situation.
• Ayase Arisa and Kira Yoshikage: They share a moment of connection over breakfast, with Arisa admiring Kira's thoughtfulness.
• Ayase Eli and Toujou Nozomi: Eli drags Nozomi away from the kitchen to prevent her from embarrassing Arisa further.
• Minami Kotori and Sonoda Umi: Kotori helps Umi cope with the aftermath of the battle, comforting her and helping her accept reality.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The nine μ's members wake up and take a bath together, leading to some embarrassment and discomfort.
• After breakfast, Sonoda Umi suggests a training plan, but Kousaka Honoka resists due to exhaustion from the previous day's activities.
• Kira Yoshikage intervenes and convinces Umi to postpone training until the afternoon. He also offers choreography suggestions for Gunjou, demonstrating a quick knowledge transfer method with Yuno Gasai.

Character Developments

• Kousaka Honoka: Shows her playful and stubborn side, resisting training and seeking help from Kira Yoshikage.
• Sonoda Umi: Displays her dedication to training and improving, but also shows understanding when convinced to postpone training.
• Ayase Eli: Asks Kira Yoshikage for choreography suggestions and shows curiosity about his quick knowledge transfer method.
• Yuno Gasai: Demonstrates her sly and teasing nature, suggesting a unique knowledge transfer method with Kira Yoshikage.
• Toujou Nozomi: Teases Ayase Eli about the previous day's events and shows a playful rivalry with her.

Significant Themes

• Embarrassment and discomfort in new, intimate situations (bathing together).
• The struggle between relaxation and responsibility (training vs. rest).
• Quick knowledge transfer and learning methods.

Character Interactions

• Kousaka Honoka and Kira Yoshikage: Honoka seeks help from Kira Yoshikage to avoid training, and he intervenes on her behalf.
• Ayase Eli and Toujou Nozomi: The two engage in a playful rivalry, teasing each other about the previous day's events.
• Yuno Gasai and Kira Yoshikage: Yuno suggests a unique knowledge transfer method with Kira Yoshikage, demonstrating their close relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kira Yoshikage decides to resign from his job at the Okura Tokyo Hotel due to increased personal commitments.
• At school, strange occurrences happen where students can hear each other's thoughts, causing confusion and amusement.

Character Developments

• Kira Yoshikage: He prioritizes his personal life over his well-paying job, indicating a desire for a peaceful life and balance. He's also quite honest about his reasons for resignation.
• Yukinoshita Haruno: She's accommodating and understanding towards Kira's decision but becomes frustrated when her plans to tease her sister, Yukino, are jeopardized.

Significant Themes

• Balance and Priorities: Kira struggles to balance his work and personal life, leading him to resign from his job.
• Communication and Understanding: The students' ability to hear each other's thoughts highlights the importance of open communication and understanding, while also showing the potential chaos it can cause.

Character Interactions

• Kira and Yukinoshita Haruno: Their interaction is professional yet cordial, with Haruno trying to understand Kira's reasons for resignation.
• Students at School: The students interact with each other in confusion and amusement due to their newfound ability to hear each other's thoughts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kira Yoshikage resigns from his job, citing a higher-paying opportunity.
• He encounters Shioka Hishinona (Yoshino Jumpei) in an elevator, who recognizes him from their past encounter.
• Kira and Jumpei meet in a restroom, and Kira suggests making a new deal, but doesn't reveal the details.
• Jumpei and Itadori Yuji go to watch a movie, unaware of Kira's presence or his actions.

Character Developments

• Kira Yoshikage: He remains calm and calculating, manipulating Jumpei and observing Itadori Yuji's reaction to his actions.
• Yoshino Jumpei: Jumpei believes in destiny and agrees to Kira's new deal without knowing the specifics.
• Itadori Yuji: Yuji feels a sudden, inexplicable hostility but dismisses it as imagination.

Significant Themes

• Destiny vs. Coincidence: Jumpei believes in destiny, while Kira manipulates events to his advantage.
• Power and Manipulation: Kira uses his knowledge and power to influence others, like Jumpei and Yuji.
• Trust and Deception: Kira doesn't fully trust Jumpei and keeps the details of their deal secret.

Character Interactions

• Kira Yoshikage and Yoshino Jumpei: Kira manipulates Jumpei, using his belief in destiny to his advantage.
• Itadori Yuji and Yoshino Jumpei: Yuji and Jumpei go to watch a movie together, unaware of the danger they're in.
• Kira Yoshikage and Itadori Yuji: Kira tests his power on Yuji, causing him to feel a brief, unexplained hostility.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kira Yoshikage receives a call from Koyasu Tsubame, who asks him to meet her.
• They meet in the rain and walk together, sharing an umbrella.
• Koyasu Tsubame asks about Kira's resignation from his job, and he reveals he's getting busier with other part-time jobs.
• Kira hints at the danger of his other jobs, worrying Koyasu Tsubame.
• Koyasu Tsubame confesses her desire to support Kira, even if it means being used.

Character Developments

• Kira Yoshikage: He remains calm and collected, hinting at the danger of his other jobs but not elaborating. He shows understanding and acceptance of Koyasu Tsubame's feelings.
• Koyasu Tsubame: She becomes more assertive and willing to express her feelings, even if it means risking their current relationship. She's worried about Kira's safety and wants to support him.

Significant Themes

• Support and Understanding: Koyasu Tsubame wants to support Kira, even if it means being used. Kira understands and accepts her feelings, showing mutual understanding.
• Danger and Worry: Koyasu Tsubame worries about Kira's safety, highlighting the theme of danger and the emotional toll it takes on those who care.

Character Interactions

• Kira Yoshikage and Koyasu Tsubame: Their interaction shows growth in their relationship. Koyasu becomes more open about her feelings, while Kira remains understanding and accepting. They share a moment of closeness under the umbrella, symbolizing their deepening bond.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Kira Yoshikage and Koyasu Tsubame encounter talent scouts harassing a middle school girl, Amano Hina.
• Kira and Tsubame intervene, with Tsubame advising Hina to call the police.
• Kira asks Tsubame if she would kill the scouts if she could, to which Tsubame agrees, though Kira later reassures her he was joking.
• Kira and Tsubame offer Hina a job, asking if she believes in fate and needs money.

Character Developments

• Kira Yoshikage: Shows a protective side, intervenes in the harassment, and considers the legality of his actions. He also displays a playful side when teasing Tsubame about her seriousness.
• Koyasu Tsubame: Demonstrates kindness and concern for Hina's situation. She shows a serious side when discussing killing the scouts but is also playful with Kira.
• Amano Hina: Reveals her difficult situation—she's a 15-year-old middle schooler who needs money due to her mother's passing.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Destiny: Kira asks Hina if she believes in gravity and if their meeting has meaning, suggesting a theme of fate.
• Protection and Vulnerability: The chapter explores the theme of protecting the vulnerable, with Kira and Tsubame stepping in to help Hina.
• Legality and Morality: Kira and Tsubame discuss the legality of their actions and the morality of killing, suggesting a theme of right and wrong.

Character Interactions

• Kira and Tsubame: Their dynamic is playful and caring. They work well together, with Tsubame being more serious and Kira being more teasing.
• Kira and Hina: Kira shows concern for Hina's situation but also tests her with his questions about fate and money.
• Tsubame and Hina: Tsubame shows kindness and sympathy towards Hina, encouraging her and showing genuine care.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kira Yoshikage hires Amano Hina as a maid after being intrigued by her hands.
• μ's practices a new dance at the Nishikino villa under Ayase Eli's direction.
• Yuno Gasai visits μ's and reveals they can control their telepathy, suggesting they become her familiars in exchange for teaching them.
• Kira Yoshikage bumps into Akiyama Mio and Tainaka Ritsu at a supermarket, where they discuss their training camp at Tsumugi's villa.

Character Developments

• Kira Yoshikage: Shows interest in Amano Hina's hands rather than her ability, and treats himself to expensive Kobe beef.
• Amano Hina: Excited about her new job as a maid, accepts the offer without asking about working conditions.
• μ's: Struggles with intense practice but sees improvements; learns about controlling their telepathy from Yuno Gasai.
• Yuno Gasai: Offers to teach μ's how to control their telepathy in exchange for becoming her familiars, but leaves suddenly due to an unknown reason.
• Akiyama Mio and Tainaka Ritsu: Shops for groceries, discusses their training camp; Tainaka Ritsu is excited about their meal plans.

Significant Themes

• Control and manipulation: Yuno Gasai's offer to teach μ's control over their telepathy in exchange for becoming her familiars raises questions about manipulation and consent.
• Power dynamics: The dynamic between μ's and Yuno Gasai highlights power imbalances, as Yuno Gasai has knowledge they desire but is not obligated to share.
• Materialism and extravagance: Kira Yoshikage's purchase of expensive Kobe beef and Tainaka Ritsu's excitement about their meal plans reflect their enjoyment of material comforts.

Character Interactions

• Kira Yoshikage and Amano Hina: Kira hires Amano as a maid after being intrigued by her hands, with Koyasu Tsubame facilitating the interaction.
• μ's and Yuno Gasai: μ's practices together, and Yuno Gasai visits to offer her help in controlling their telepathy, leading to a negotiation.
• Akiyama Mio, Tainaka Ritsu, and Kira Yoshikage: The trio meets at a supermarket, discusses their respective living situations, and shares excitement about their meal plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kira Yoshikage, Akiyama Mio, and Tainaka Ritsu meet at a supermarket and decide to walk home together.
• They encounter Kotobuki Tsumugi and Hirasawa Yui at Tsumugi's villa, where they're having a camp.
• Kira invites them to dinner at the Nishikino residence, where μ's and Masked Light Music Girls are having a joint training camp.
• Introductions are made, and Ayase Eli leaves abruptly after hearing the others discuss her.

Character Developments

• Kira Yoshikage: Shows a more approachable side, willing to walk home with friends and invite them to dinner.
• Akiyama Mio & Tainaka Ritsu: Display their friendship and dynamic, with Mio being more serious and Ritsu more playful.
• Ayase Eli: Reveals her tsundere nature and discomfort with being the center of attention.

Significant Themes

• Friendship: The chapter emphasizes the growing friendship between Kira, Mio, and Ritsu, as well as the interactions between the members of μ's and Masked Light Music Girls.
• Comfort and Convenience: Kira's desire for a peaceful life and convenient communication is highlighted.

Character Interactions

• Kira Yoshikage & Akiyama Mio: Their relationship seems to be improving, with Kira showing understanding and Mio blushing at his casual remark about sleeping in the same room.
• Tainaka Ritsu & Akiyama Mio: Their dynamic as close friends is evident, with Ritsu teasing Mio and Mio reacting with embarrassment and anger.
• μ's & Masked Light Music Girls: The members of both groups meet for the first time, with μ's communicating telepathically and Masked Light Music Girls being introduced formally.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The members of μ's (except Yuno Gasai) gather for a Tarot card reading session hosted by Toujou Nozomi.
• All members, including Bocchi-chan, draw 'The Lovers' card, which represents love, friendship, and a hopeful future.
• Akiyama Mio looks up the card's meaning and becomes flustered.

Character Developments

• Akiyama Mio struggles with her feelings for Kira Yoshikage and feels jealous of the other girls who are closer to him.
• Toujou Nozomi seems to have romantic feelings for Kira Yoshikage and is aware of his popularity.

Significant Themes

• Love and relationships.
• Jealousy and insecurity.
• The influence of supernatural powers or divination.

Character Interactions

• Akiyama Mio feels left out and upset as she sees the other μ's members' close relationships with Kira Yoshikage.
• Toujou Nozomi seems to be aware of Kira Yoshikage's multiple relationships and accepts it, even encouraging others to participate.
• The members of μ's are excited and eager to participate in the Tarot card reading session.

"Kira-kun, can we talk outside alone?"
Kira Yoshikage nodded.
"Okay."
Akiyama Mio breathed a sigh of relief but was still too shy to look at anyone else's eyes.
Asking Kira-kun to talk alone like this will definitely lead to all sorts of strange speculations, maybe even lewd ones.
They walked into the courtyard, and Akiyama Mio remained silent, struggling with how to start.
Kira Yoshikage asked:
"So, what did you want to talk about? There's no one else here."
"Kira-kun."
Akiyama Mio hesitated for a long time before finally mustering her courage, "How many girlfriends do you actually have?"
No, it's not like that!
As soon as the words left her mouth, Akiyama Mio regretted it and wanted to cry!
I didn't mean to say these things! Why did they come out of my mouth!
Kira Yoshikage lowered his head and looked directly into the girl's eyes:
"Mio."
"Yes."
Akiyama Mio tensed up nervously. Would Kira-kun give her a direct answer? Or would he use some other tactic to deceive her?
No matter what, she just needed a response.
"Do you remember how many slices of bread you've eaten so far?"
"Ah..."
Akiyama Mio's mind went blank. Was that how it was calculated?
"Just kidding."
Kira Yoshikage smiled and ruffled her hair. "You don't actually need to dwell on these things."
Akiyama Mio pulled away from his touch, her voice filled with emotion:
"No, I care! Please don't just brush me off!"
Kira Yoshikage looked directly into the girl's glistening eyes and asked softly:
"Then, do you want to hear the truth?"
"Mm."
Kira Yoshikage looked up at the spots in the sky and said quietly:
"Mio, do you know about collecting habits?
"Some people like collecting stamps, some like collecting flowers, and some like collecting meaningless things. These are all collecting habits.
"Some believe collecting habits are a form of psychological compensation. For example, someone who lacked toys as a child might go on a wild collecting spree as an adult. Others who often went hungry as children might hoard large amounts of food.
"This explanation can be extended further. Some people enjoy reading sister-themed manga or playing sister-themed games, but they often don't have a sister. Similarly, some people enjoy reading older sister-themed manga or playing older sister-themed games, but they often don't have an older sister. Their passion is often based solely on a beautiful fantasy of having an older sister or a younger sister.
"Mio, you're like that too. You've always wanted a sister, but you don't have one. So you collect things that remind you of a sister, like the things you've collected so far. That's why you like me, because I'm like a sister to you.
"So, do you still want to know how many girlfriends I have? You're the only one I have, the only one I need."
Akiyama Mio's eyes widened in shock. She had never thought about it that way. She had always thought that she liked Kira-kun because he was kind, and he was skilled at writing songs and composing. But now, she realized that she liked him because he was like a sister to her.
She looked at Kira Yoshikage, her eyes filled with tears. She wanted to say something, but she couldn't find the words. She just stood there, looking at him, her heart filled with emotions she couldn't express.
Kira Yoshikage looked at her, his eyes filled with warmth and understanding. He reached out and gently wiped away her tears.
"It's okay, Mio. You don't have to say anything. I understand how you feel."
Akiyama Mio looked at him, her eyes filled with gratitude. She was grateful that he understood her, that he accepted her for who she was. She didn't need anything else, she just needed him to be by her side.
And so, they stood there in the courtyard, under the starlit sky, their hearts intertwined, their bond deepening. They didn't need words to express their feelings, they just needed to be together.
Because they were sisters, and sisters always understood each other.