Arc 1The Hongke Reunion

Nicole and the Cunning Hares recovered the strongbox and became entangled in her father Huojin’s intervention at Dead End Hollow. The crisis ended with Nekomata welcomed into the group, while Huojin received a challenge from Hoshimi Miyabi.

Chapters 1–2525 summaries

Arc 2Family Secrets and Hollow Rescue

Huojin enlisted Wise and Belle to help him reconnect with Nicole, while his experiments and TOPS machinery projects set several dangerous events in motion. The arc ended with Belle rescued from a Hollow and Wise preparing to continue Shepherd’s commission to clear out-of-control mechs.

Chapters 26–5025 summaries