Ch. 61Let’s See Who Didn’t Get Invited to the Party
Key Plot Points and Events
- Columbia's camp is destroyed, and they retreat due to an unknown force.
- Emperor returns to find Penguin Logistics abandoned and a letter from Exusiai announcing their move to Rhodes Island with Mizuki.
- Mizuki and his friends move into their new dorm at Rhodes Island.
- Mizuki spends time with Skadi, reassuring her of his feelings, but stands firm on his relationship with Exusiai.
- Mizuki meets with Emperor, who is upset about his employees leaving and threatens to dock their pay.
Character Developments
- Magellan: She respects Tin Man and is confused by his cryptic words about the north and Mizuki.
- Tin Man: He understands the hardships of expeditions and is grateful to Magellan for her assistance. He believes the events in the north are connected to Mizuki.
- Emperor: He is furious about his employees leaving and threatens to dock their pay. He is also upset about not being able to reach the brakes in the car.
- Mizuki: He reassures Skadi of his feelings but maintains his relationship with Exusiai. He also meets Emperor for the first time.
- Exusiai: She teases Emperor about his height and lack of reach, and stands up to him about her year-end bonus.
- Skadi: She is jealous of Exusiai and wants Mizuki to herself. She asks Mizuki to spend the night with her and move in together.
Significant Themes
- Relationships: The chapter explores the dynamics of Mizuki's relationships with Exusiai, Skadi, and his friends. It also touches on the strained relationship between Emperor and his former employees.
- Change: The move to Rhodes Island signifies a significant change in Mizuki's life, as does Emperor's return to an empty base.
- Communication: The lack of communication between Emperor and his employees leads to misunderstandings and conflict.
Character Interactions
- Mizuki and Skadi: Mizuki reassures Skadi of his feelings but maintains his relationship with Exusiai. Skadi asks Mizuki to spend the night with her and move in together.
- Emperor and Exusiai: Emperor is furious about his employees leaving and threatens to dock their pay. Exusiai teases him about his height and lack of reach, and stands up to him about her year-end bonus.
- Mizuki and Emperor: Mizuki meets Emperor for the first time and witnesses his anger about his employees leaving.