Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiu Ming is introduced to the Evening Primrose members, who are generally cold and indifferent towards him.
• Maki, a white teenage boy with heterochromatic eyes, shows hostility towards Jiu Ming.
• Amber reveals she has a task for Jiu Ming: to find more of his kind to join them.
• Jiu Ming encounters a Contractor dumping a body into a river and has a peculiar interaction with him.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming: Shows curiosity and adaptability in this new world. He demonstrates his immortality and ability to transfer matter, revealing his unique powers.
• Maki: Shows initial hostility towards Jiu Ming, but extends a handshake, hinting at a complex personality.
• Amber: Remains cheerful and mysterious, revealing little about her plans.

Significant Themes

• The strangeness and danger of Contractors and their abilities.
• The suppression of emotions among Contractors.
• The exploration of Jiu Ming's powers and his role in this world.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming and Evening Primrose members: The members show indifference and coldness towards Jiu Ming, while he finds them strange and hostile.
• Jiu Ming and Maki: Maki initially shows hostility, but they shake hands, with Maki brushing against Jiu Ming's sleeve, triggering an explosion.
• Jiu Ming and the white Contractor: They have a peculiar interaction where the Contractor's ability to transfer matter is demonstrated, and Jiu Ming helps the deceased woman.

Additional Details

• Jiu Ming learns that the solar sunspot peak will occur this year, and he decides to head to Japan, where the event will take place.
• He encounters a massive quarantine zone, which is the "Gate" Amber mentioned.
• The chapter ends with Jiu Ming deciding to go investigate the quarantine zone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiu Ming infiltrates a mysterious city within a wall, finding it abandoned and filled with strange plants and anomalies.
• He encounters ghost-like entities on power lines and decides to ask around for information about Amber's location.
• He meets a black-haired man and his companion, who seem to be searching for someone, and later discovers they live in Sea Moon Manor.
• Jiu Ming finally finds Sea Moon Manor, an ordinary apartment building, and learns there's a vacant room available.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming: Shows curiosity and determination in exploring the mysterious city and finding Amber. He also demonstrates calm and composure when dealing with potential threats.
• The Black-Haired Man: Initially seems tense and secretive but later shows willingness to help Jiu Ming find Sea Moon Manor.

Significant Themes

• The mystery surrounding the abandoned city and its strange phenomena.
• The presence of Contractors and their abilities, as indicated by the flickering stars.
• The contrast between the ordinary world and the extraordinary world of Contractors.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming interacts with various people, including the black-haired man and his companion, seeking information about Amber's location.
• The black-haired man and his companion are searching for someone, possibly related to the mysterious woman Jiu Ming encountered earlier.
• Jiu Ming and the black-haired man eventually meet again, leading to Jiu Ming finding Sea Moon Manor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiu Ming arrives at the Mysterious Shop and meets Kaguya and C.C.
• Jiu Ming moves into a new apartment and meets Li Shunsheng, an international student from China.
• Jiu Ming encounters a black cat outside his window, which is later revealed to be a Contractor.
• Jiu Ming goes out for a walk and follows Li Shunsheng, who is heading to work.
• Jiu Ming sees a Three-No Girl in a cigarette shop, hinting at the presence of newly awakened Contractors.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming shows curiosity and adaptability in his new environment.
• Li Shunsheng is revealed to be a Contractor working for an organization.
• The black cat is revealed to be a Contractor, possibly working against Li Shunsheng's organization.

Significant Themes

• The struggle of Contractors to adapt to human life and find their place in the world.
• The tension between different organizations seeking to recruit newly awakened Contractors.
• The theme of surveillance and the loss of privacy in a world where Contractors exist.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming interacts with Li Shunsheng, showing curiosity and a desire to connect with others.
• Jiu Ming encounters the black cat, showing kindness and concern for its well-being.
• Jiu Ming observes the Three-No Girl in the cigarette shop, hinting at a potential connection between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiu Ming discovers high-tech, surveillance-like "ghosts" in Akihabara and captures one for investigation.
• He receives a phone from Amber with a cryptic message about finding companions in the news.
• A mysterious explosion occurs in the city, which Jiu Ming observes from his window.
• Jiu Ming discovers Contractors, including a talking cat and a silver-haired girl, and observes Li Shunsheng and a potential new Contractor at the explosion site.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming demonstrates curiosity and a desire to understand the world around him, showing a proactive side.
• The black cat shows concern for Hei and decides to investigate the explosion.

Significant Themes

• The exploration of the supernatural and unknown, with Jiu Ming encountering various strange phenomena.
• The theme of observation and investigation, as Jiu Ming and the black cat both observe and gather information about the events unfolding.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming interacts with the black cat, though briefly, and shows curiosity about it.
• The black cat interacts with the silver-haired girl, Yin, to discuss the explosion.
• Jiu Ming observes Li Shunsheng and the potential new Contractor from afar, with no direct interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mao and Yin locate Hei, but Mao stays behind to keep watch for Jiu Ming.
• Hei reveals that Tian Yuan's daughter is involved in the recent events.
• The girl's condition causes fires to erupt around her, which she cannot control.
• Jiu Ming observes the girl and sees her being taken away by police, but she escapes.
• Mao receives a message from Yin that Jiu Ming has reappeared, causing him to rush back to her.

Character Developments

• Mao: Shows concern for Yin's safety and is protective of her.
• Yin: Remains calm and composed, relaying information without emotion.
• Jiu Ming: Shows curiosity about the girl's condition and gives Yin a lollipop.
• The Girl: Struggles with her uncontrollable condition, causing fires and endangering herself and others.

Significant Themes

• Uncontrollable Power: The girl's inability to control her power leads to chaos and danger.
• Observation and Surveillance: Mao and Yin's surveillance of Hei and Jiu Ming, and Jiu Ming's awareness of Yin's observation spirit.
• Trust and Protection: Mao's trust in Yin and his desire to protect her.

Character Interactions

• Mao and Yin: Mao is worried about Yin's safety and gives her instructions.
• Jiu Ming and Yin: Jiu Ming interacts with Yin, giving her a lollipop and possibly noticing her observation spirit.
• The Girl and others: The girl interacts with her classmate and police, causing danger and fleeing from them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yin, a doll-like girl, has a lollipop left behind by someone who stole something from her.
• Mao, a masked man, advises Yin to discard the lollipop due to its unknown origin.
• Jiu Ming, hidden, observes the scene and learns about Yin's past as a test subject and her father's experiments.
• Yin's father is injured, and she experiences emotional fluctuations.
• Mao receives news that Yin has been taken away by an unknown opponent who defeated Hei.
• Yin's father recovers from his injuries, suggesting a healing-type Contractor ability.

Character Developments

• Yin: She regains her composure and shows signs of self-awareness, unlike her previous doll-like state. She expresses worry about her father.
• Yin's Father: He is revealed to be conducting experiments on Yin and is willing to kill her to prevent her from becoming something. He recovers from severe injuries.
• Mao: He shows concern for Yin's safety and is intrigued by the healing-type Contractor ability.
• Hei: He is defeated by the unknown opponent and provides information about their gender and fighting style.
• Jiu Ming: He takes an interest in Yin and brings her to a temporary safe house. He reveals his true appearance to her.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of experimentation on humans, as seen through Yin's transformation and her father's actions.
• The power dynamics and profit-driven nature of the Contractor world, as seen through the Organization's actions and Jiu Ming's explanation of his group.

Character Interactions

• Yin and Mao: Mao advises Yin to discard the lollipop, showing concern for her safety.
• Yin and Jiu Ming: Jiu Ming brings Yin to a safe house and reveals his true appearance to her. He shows interest in her well-being and her father's condition.
• Mao and Hei: Mao and Hei discuss the unknown opponent who took Yin and defeated Hei. They share information and strategize.
• Yin and her Father: Yin is worried about her father's condition, and her father is willing to kill her to prevent her from becoming something. Their relationship is strained due to his experiments on her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Shunsheng, a fellow Contractor known as "Black," visits Jiu Ming to borrow his stove and ends up cooking a meal for him.
• Jiu Ming learns about Li Shunsheng's cooking skills and his concern for Jiu Ming's health.
• Jiu Ming discovers an invisible barrier surrounding Earth, preventing him from leaving or approaching the stars.
• Mai Kashiwagi, a middle school girl living with Jiu Ming, expresses her intention to leave due to feeling overlooked by him.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming: Shows curiosity about the world's barrier and concern for Mai's feelings. His eating habits and lack of rest are noted.
• Li Shunsheng (Black): Reveals his kind and considerate nature through cooking for Jiu Ming, showing concern for his health.
• Mai Kashiwagi: Expresses her feelings honestly to Jiu Ming, showing maturity beyond her age.

Significant Themes

• Isolation: The invisible barrier around Earth represents physical isolation, while Mai's feelings of being overlooked signify emotional isolation.
• Concern for Others: Both Li Shunsheng and Mai show concern for Jiu Ming's well-being, highlighting the importance of empathy and understanding.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming and Li Shunsheng: They interact casually, with Li Shunsheng cooking for Jiu Ming and expressing concern for his health. Jiu Ming is surprised by Li Shunsheng's cooking skills.
• Jiu Ming and Mai Kashiwagi: Mai expresses her feelings honestly to Jiu Ming, leading to a candid conversation between them. Jiu Ming shows concern for Mai's feelings but also seems surprised by her maturity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mai Kashiwagi is being kept by Jiu Ming and Li Shunsheng.
• Jiu Ming discovers strange cracks on Mai's body, resembling wounds.
• Jiu Ming and Li Shunsheng visit a ramen shop and a cigarette shop.
• Mao, the cat, discovers a lollipop left by Jiu Ming and decides to buy candy for Yin in the future.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming shows concern for Mai's well-being, indicating his growing empathy.
• Li Shunsheng displays his kind nature by supporting the visually impaired girl at the cigarette shop.
• Mao shows a hint of guilt and concern for Yin, suggesting he cares for his teammates.

Significant Themes

• The theme of outsiders and insiders is explored through Mao's reluctance to let an outsider (Jiu Ming) do something for Yin.
• The theme of caring and concern is highlighted through Jiu Ming's actions towards Mai and Mao's decision to buy candy for Yin.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming and Li Shunsheng's friendship deepens as they share a meal together.
• Mao and Yin's relationship is explored as Mao feels guilty for snatching the lollipop meant for Yin.
• Jiu Ming and the visually impaired girl at the cigarette shop have a brief interaction, with Jiu Ming leaving a lollipop for her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiu Ming decides to leave his residence, knowing that the Organization will attack that night.
• Mai Kashiwagi, Tianyuan's daughter, is with Jiu Ming and uses her Contract ability to attack the Organization's Contractor, Hei.
• Jiu Ming reveals that he poisoned the lollipop he left at Sea Moon Manor, putting Yin (a Doll) in danger.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming shows his awareness of the Organization's surveillance and his intention to provoke them.
• Mai Kashiwagi demonstrates her Contract ability, which involves controlling fire.
• Hei, the Organization's Contractor, shows concern for Yin's safety and intense killing intent toward Jiu Ming.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between Contractors and the dangers they pose to each other.
• The Organization's methods of handling threats and their lack of patience.
• The consequences of underestimating Jiu Ming and the importance of vigilance.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming interacts with the elderly landlady, showing no concern for her well-being.
• Mai Kashiwagi and Hei have a brief confrontation, with Mai Kashiwagi showing no fear despite her young age.
• Jiu Ming and Hei engage in a tense standoff, with Jiu Ming provoking Hei and revealing that he poisoned Yin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiu Ming poisons Yin and gives Hei a seven-minute time limit to save her.
• Hei chooses to return to Yin, confirming Jiu Ming's scheme.
• Jiu Ming leaves a box of lollipops and a thank-you note for Hei and Yin.
• Cat and Hei receive a scolding from Huang for their failure.
• Jiu Ming discovers that objects from his world can pass through the barrier, but not objects from the impenetrable domain.
• Yin reports that Jiu Ming can catch her observation spirit with his hands.

Character Developments

• Hei demonstrates his loyalty and concern for Yin by choosing to save her, even if it means failing the mission.
• Cat feels responsible for the mission's failure and receives a scolding from Huang.
• Jiu Ming shows his cunning and manipulative nature, outsmarting Hei and Cat.
• Yin shows her ability to track Jiu Ming but also reveals her vulnerability to him.

Significant Themes

• The theme of loyalty and personal values versus mission objectives is explored through Hei's decision to save Yin.
• The theme of trust and deception is highlighted through Jiu Ming's schemes and the team's failure to anticipate his actions.
• The theme of power and its limits is shown through Jiu Ming's ability to catch observation spirits, challenging the team's understanding of their own abilities.

Character Interactions

• Hei and Yin's bond is strengthened as Hei prioritizes Yin's safety over the mission.
• Cat and Hei's partnership is strained due to the mission's failure and Cat's feeling of responsibility.
• Jiu Ming interacts with the team remotely, manipulating them and leaving a mocking message.
• Yin interacts with Jiu Ming through her observation spirit, relaying his message and revealing her vulnerability to him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mao decides not to leak information about the observer spirit and the Contractor for fear of repercussions.
• Jiu Ming opens a bar called "Lost Bar" with Mai Kashiwagi as a waitress.
• Kono Yutaka, an undercover police officer, visits the bar to investigate its illegal activities.
• Misaki Kirihara, a high-ranking police officer, also visits the bar and questions Jiu Ming about BK201.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming remains calm and collected, even when confronted by police officers, and continues to maintain his secretive nature.
• Mai Kashiwagi shows no signs of distress or resistance to working at the bar, accepting her situation without complaint.
• Kono Yutaka is portrayed as inexperienced and easily flustered, while Misaki Kirihara is more composed and determined.

Significant Themes

• The theme of truth versus lies is explored, with Jiu Ming claiming that telling the truth is more useful than telling lies, yet he continues to withhold information.
• The power dynamics between Contractors, dolls, and humans are shown, with Jiu Ming holding a clear advantage over the police officers.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming and Mai Kashiwagi have a business-like relationship, with Jiu Ming treating her fairly but not showing any particular affection or concern.
• Jiu Ming's interactions with the police officers are tense, with him refusing to cooperate and maintaining a calm, collected demeanor despite their threats.
• Kono Yutaka and Misaki Kirihara work together but have different approaches to their investigation, with Kono Yutaka being more naive and Misaki Kirihara being more determined and calculating.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiu Ming decides to remain neutral and not reveal Contractor identities, despite Misaki Kirihara's pressure.
• Mai Kashiwagi joins Jiu Ming, and they go out together at night.
• Multiple Contractors from different factions surround and attack Jiu Ming and Mai Kashiwagi.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming shows no fear and maintains his calm demeanor even when surrounded by enemies.
• Mai Kashiwagi remains composed but shows concern about their passive position.
• Misaki Kirihara is determined to find out if Jiu Ming is a Contractor.

Significant Themes

• Neutrality and its consequences in the Contractor world.
• The danger of revealing one's identity as a Contractor.
• The ruthless nature of Contractor battles and alliances.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming and Mai Kashiwagi work together, with Mai choosing to accompany Jiu Ming despite the risks.
• Jiu Ming shows no fear when facing multiple Contractors, indicating his confidence in his abilities.
• Misaki Kirihara and Jiu Ming maintain a tense relationship, with Misaki threatening him and Jiu Ming remaining noncommittal.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiu Ming confronts three Contractors and uses a method to strip them of their abilities, turning them into ordinary humans.
• Black and the cat find the three Contractors in a dazed state and bring them back for study.
• The cat and Hei suspect that Jiu Ming's method might be connected to Tian Yuan's research.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming: Shows confidence and nonchalance in his ability to strip Contractors of their powers. He exploits a loophole to do so without using much effort.
• The three Contractors: Initially defiant, they agree to Jiu Ming's terms and lose their Contract abilities, becoming ordinary humans. They react with shock and disbelief upon realizing their transformation.
• Mai Kashiwagi: Remains skeptical about Jiu Ming's ability to turn Contractors into humans but does not press the issue.
• Black and the cat: Investigate the aftermath of Jiu Ming's actions and decide to study the affected Contractors to understand the process better.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of becoming a Contractor and the desire to return to normal life.
• The price paid by Contractors for using their abilities and the psychological impact of those prices.
• The potential connection between Jiu Ming's method and Tian Yuan's research.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming and the three Contractors: Jiu Ming uses his persuasive skills and dominance to convince the Contractors to give up their abilities.
• Black and the cat: They work together to investigate the aftermath of Jiu Ming's actions and decide on a course of action.
• The cat and Hei: They discuss the potential connection between Jiu Ming's method and Tian Yuan's research, with the cat expressing unease about Jiu Ming's actions.

Key Plot Points

• The Organization issues orders to abduct a Contractor named Havoc, who has lost her abilities.
• Jiu Ming's bar receives many job applicants, including Li Shunsheng.
• Misaki Kirihara visits Jiu Ming, hoping to gather information about bk201.
• A black cat (representing Hei) visits Jiu Ming, warning him about potential threats.

Character Developments

• Mao is surprised by the Organization's orders and Hei's strange behavior after seeing Havoc's photo.
• Jiu Ming remains indifferent to the threats against him and is looking forward to the conflict.
• Misaki Kirihara is frustrated by Jiu Ming's evasiveness but still hopes to learn more about bk201.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception: Jiu Ming's true intentions remain unclear, and no one believes his claims of innocence.
• Patience and provocation: Both sides are waiting for the other to make a move, leading to a tense standoff.

Character Interactions

• Mao and Hei have a strained interaction due to Hei's secretive behavior.
• Jiu Ming and Misaki Kirihara engage in a cat-and-mouse game, with Misaki trying to extract information and Jiu Ming refusing to cooperate.
• Jiu Ming and the black cat (Hei) have a conversation about the impending conflict and Jiu Ming's lack of concern.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiu Ming hires Li Shunsheng (disguised as Hei) as a waiter.
• Li Shunsheng's organization assigns him to investigate Jiu Ming.
• Jiu Ming teases Li Shunsheng about starting an information brokerage organization.
• Li Shunsheng shows a flicker of interest in Jiu Ming's proposal.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming: Shows indifference to Li Shunsheng's investigation, teases him about starting an organization, and displays his eccentric personality.
• Li Shunsheng: Struggles to find any useful information about Jiu Ming, shows a rare moment of interest in Jiu Ming's proposal.

Significant Themes

• Investigation vs. Indifference: Li Shunsheng's investigation is met with Jiu Ming's indifference, highlighting the power imbalance between them.
• Information Control: The idea of an information brokerage organization reflects Jiu Ming's control over information and knowledge.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming and Li Shunsheng: Their interactions are marked by Jiu Ming's teasing and Li Shunsheng's indifference, with a brief moment of Li Shunsheng's interest.
• Jiu Ming and Cat: Though not present in this chapter, their relationship is one of familiarity and mutual understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiu Ming is called away from his current task to handle a new mission for the organization.
• The organization's target is a five-star hotel run by the underworld, where a valuable item from the Gate is being kept.
• Jiu Ming summons Kaguya from his world to keep him company, as he's bored from dealing with Contractors daily.

Character Developments

• Jiu Ming: He shows concern for Kaguya's well-being and is bored with his current situation, seeking companionship.
• Kaguya: She's curious about Jiu Ming's world and is initially upset about being summoned but quickly adapts.

Significant Themes

• Isolation: Jiu Ming feels isolated due to the lack of normalcy in his life, surrounded by Contractors and their peculiarities.
• Curiosity: Kaguya's curiosity drives her to explore Jiu Ming's world despite the risks.
• Power and Control: The organization's power is evident in their ability to order Jiu Ming around, while Jiu Ming's power is seen in his ability to summon Kaguya.

Character Interactions

• Jiu Ming and Kaguya: They have a playful, teasing dynamic, with Kaguya initially upset but quickly adapting to her new environment. They share a moment of connection over their mutual boredom and isolation.
• Jiu Ming and Huang: Huang gives Jiu Ming a new mission, showing the organization's control over him. They have a casual, almost mocking relationship, with Huang showing little regard for Jiu Ming's well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A new presence, Kaguya, arrives at the bar, drawing attention due to her beauty and carefree demeanor.
• MI6 agents, including Contractors November 11 (Jack Simon), April, and July, enter the bar.
• Jack notices the unusual emotional richness displayed by the Contractors present.
• Jiu Ming serves fresh, unbranded milk to July, who acts independently for the first time.
• Kaguya deletes Jiu Ming's game save, causing him to express displeasure.
• Jack decides to leave, commenting that it's time to go.

Character Developments

• Kaguya: Shows her playful and mischievous side by deleting Jiu Ming's game save.
• Jack Simon: Discovers the unusual emotional atmosphere in the bar and suspects it might be due to the drinks.
• July: Acts independently for the first time, ordering another glass of milk.

Significant Themes

• The unusual emotional atmosphere in the bar, which seems to stimulate Contractors' emotions.
• The mystery surrounding the bar and its patrons, including Jiu Ming and Kaguya.

Character Interactions

• Kaguya and Jiu Ming: They interact playfully, with Kaguya teasing Jiu Ming about his use of cheats in games.
• Jack Simon and the other Contractors: Jack observes the Contractors' unusual emotional displays and suspects the drinks might be involved.
• Jack Simon and Jiu Ming: Jack considers Jiu Ming as a potential source of information about the bar's secrets.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jack suspects the drinks at Lost Bar have been mixed with a substance affecting contractors.
• Kaguya visits Jiu Ming's bar and stays the night.
• Jiu Ming takes Kaguya to see the barrier around his bar the next day.

Character Developments

• Jack: Shows professionalism and keen observation skills by suspecting the drinks at Lost Bar.
• Kaguya: Reveals her interest in the anomalous barrier around Jiu Ming's bar.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception: Jack's suspicion about the drinks at Lost Bar highlights the theme of trust and potential deception.
• Anomalies and the unknown: The barrier around Jiu Ming's bar represents the unknown and mysterious, piquing Kaguya's interest.

Character Interactions

• Jack and April: Jack reassures April about the potential issue with the drinks at Lost Bar.
• Jiu Ming and Kaguya: Jiu Ming and Kaguya's interactions show their playful banter and mutual understanding, despite their initial reluctance to let her stay.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaguya and Jiu Ming discuss the barrier in the sky and its one-way teleportation nature.
• Kaguya explores an otaku merchandise store, and Jiu Ming buys everything for her to please her.
• They return home with the merchandise, and Kaguya decides to sleep with Jiu Ming due to lack of space.
• Jiu Ming and Kaguya go to the beach at night, and Jiu Ming projects a fake moon using a holographic projector.

Character Developments

• Kaguya shows interest in otaku merchandise and enjoys spending time with Jiu Ming.
• Jiu Ming displays his wealth and willingness to please Kaguya, but maintains a calm and indifferent demeanor.
• Kaguya reveals her longing for freedom and her relationship with Eirin Yagokoro.

Significant Themes

• The exploration of the barrier and its one-way nature.
• Kaguya's enjoyment of her newfound freedom and experiences.
• The theme of fake vs. real, as seen in the holographic moon.

Character Interactions

• Kaguya and Jiu Ming's playful banter continues, with Kaguya often teasing Jiu Ming.
• Jiu Ming shows understanding and consideration towards Kaguya's feelings and preferences.
• Kaguya and Jiu Ming's relationship deepens as they spend more time together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A full moon suddenly appears in the sky after a decade, drawing everyone's attention.
• Jiu Ming uses Boundary Power to project the moon, which changes trajectory over time.
• Misaki Kirihara learns from an astronomer friend that the moon is a fake, a holographic projection.
• Jiu Ming starts packing and cleaning his residence, causing Mai Kashiwagi to stay indoors.

Character Developments

• Kaguya shows interest in Jiu Ming's Boundary Power, but finds it unremarkable.
• Mai Kashiwagi remains calm and composed, even when Jiu Ming's behavior seems strange.
• Misaki Kirihara is curious about the fake moon but accepts its impermanence.

Significant Themes

• The power of memory and nostalgia, triggered by the reappearance of the moon.
• The distinction between reality and illusion, explored through the fake moon and Boundary Power.
• The passage of time and the inevitability of change, as seen in the moon's trajectory and Jiu Ming's cleaning.

Character Interactions

• Kaguya and Jiu Ming discuss the nature of Boundary Power and its limitations.
• Mai Kashiwagi and Jiu Ming have a silent interaction as she decides not to disturb his cleaning.
• Misaki Kirihara and her astronomer friend discuss the fake moon, sharing their excitement and curiosity.