Ch. 1Could You Use That on Me?
Key Plot Points and Events
- Amasawa Reigetsu, an esper with the ability "Induction," meets Ayanokoji Kiyoko on a bus, who asks him to use his ability on her.
- Ayanokoji's unusual behavior and lack of emotional response remind Reigetsu of their time in the White Room.
- An elderly woman and a kind-hearted girl on the bus attempt to get the priority seat from a muscle-headed student.
Character Developments
- Amasawa Reigetsu: Reigetsu is calm and collected, but his thoughts reveal his past experiences in the White Room and his initial shock at Ayanokoji's request. He's also amused by the girl's emotional appeal to the muscle-headed student.
- Ayanokoji Kiyoko: Kiyoko is emotionless and speaks sparingly, as seen in the White Room. She asks Reigetsu to use his ability on her, but her reasons are unclear.
- The girl on the bus: She shows kindness, concern, and emotional intelligence when helping the elderly woman.
Significant Themes
- Emotion vs. Emotionlessness: Reigetsu and Kiyoko's past in the White Room highlights the contrast between emotional and emotionless individuals.
- Power and Control: Reigetsu's ability, "Induction," allows him to control others, raising questions about power dynamics and consent.
Character Interactions
- Amasawa Reigetsu and Ayanokoji Kiyoko: Their brief interaction is filled with unspoken history and tension, as Reigetsu is surprised by Kiyoko's request, and Kiyoko remains expressionless and reserved.
- The girl and the muscle-headed student: Their interaction showcases the girl's kindness and emotional appeal, contrasting with the student's initial reluctance to give up his seat.