Our mysterious monacled official, Lakan, is a good listener. He also learns she was a Verdigris courtesan Jinshi bought out. Now Maomao is on his radar, and that makes me … uneasy. “MYYYY PRRRRRECIOUSSSS…” Gaoshun has his subordinate Basen, escort Maomao to inspect the kitchen of the poisoning victim. I imagine Basen is theofficialinvestigator, while Maomao is simply tagging along in an unofficial capacity. She attempts to test another sample soaked in regular water, but Jinshi makes her vomit it up immediately....

The bliss is interrupted by the arrival to two of Itsuomis old friends, Shin and Emma. Oushi should really mind his business. He draws her into a hug, he says youre sweet in German. She makes clear why shes there, so he makes it just as clear hes not interested. When its just Yuki and Itsuomi, it truly feels like time stops. There may be drama afoot, so well see how Yuki weathers it....

Eisens hands would shake and he never denied his fear, something his student Stark inherited. Fern, who was partnered with fellow third-class Ubel and second-class Land, have already successfully captured a Stille. Those others dont include Frierens party. She intends to nab one fair and square, but all previous attempts failed miserably. That means the Stilles will seek out other, smaller bodies of water to drink from. This narrows the sources of the birds water, but also the opportunities for other parties to catch birds....

Jade is a serious siscon, and even if he didnt feel she was too young (54! ), he insists that Nefritis doesnt have to inherit the Wind Ring. As long as the Tempest Wall is in place, their people are safe. The Elder takes Haruto and Nef to a secure location and bids him good luck in winning her over. She even expresses an earnest desire to visit his world with him someday....

Valentines Day has arrived, and the girls want to get together to make chocolates. Yamada suggests her place, and invites Ichikawa too. Thinking fast, Moeko takes Ichikawas arm and says hes her bae. Mom seems appeased, but Yamada is understandably less enthused. The ensuing chocolate making progresses with not-great-to-bad vibes, not just because Yamadas mom is loitering around. Finally, its Serina who shouts that this just isnt right, obviously referring to Moekos ruse....

She wont rest until shes found it and taken it out, properly avenging her village. Its a great smile, and Im glad that we get to see this more joyful version of Kyouko. Unfortunately an alarm from the 7ths barracks cuts their day off short. Further, when she gets a good look at Yuukis beast form, she reacts as ifsherecognizeshim. Kyouko slashes through her prehensile hair and arm, causing her and Unihorn to begin to withdraw....

Not long after Ken crash-lands in the forest, he encounters his quarry: a ferocious white grand grizzly. He even starts to find them cute. He also encounters something far more lethal than the bears: a bus-sized white snake. The blue baby bear is still alive, and Ken vows to avenge its parents. He contemplates his death until the revived snake is finished off … by Rose. Turns out shes been watching the whole time, and the black bunny is her pet....

The warm and caring interaction makes Ryuunosuke yearn to learn more about the mom she never knew. This proves extremely difficult. Its only the next day that her mom isnt even dead, but simply left him. The next morning Ataru says he mightve gotten confused because Ryuunosuke resembles her mom. Turns out after her mom left, hed ask woman customers to play with his baby daughter.

Sakayanagi Arisu is on the move. She informs President Nagumo that shes mounting an attack against Class Bs Ichinose Honami. Wang is surprised how approachable and easy to talk to Kiytaka is. I have to think Wang will serve a meatier purpose down the road. Kiyotaka advises no action; theyll see how this plays out. Suzune is less patient, and invites Honami over to strategize. While Honami appreciates their concern, shes decided to remain silent about the rumors and simply weather the storm....

For now, he suggests the obvious tactic: not arguing with Konno for a bit. In their next meeting, Tomozaki tells Aoi that Tama has made clear shewantsto change, for Mimimis sake. But Aoi thinks if she changes none of this matters. I have a feeling this doesnt simply refer to the current Konno conflict. Tama also ignores Konno when she shoves her desk. Thats the first clue to Mizusawa that something is up....

No matter the situation, Naomi and Rouge have an MCU-like playful bonhomie about their banter. Meanwhile, the kids granny shows off her skills as a retired driver. Unfortunately in the process Emily accidentally activates a Cylinderhead giant alien killbot from the war.Whoops! Instead, it targets the truck full of civilians. No matter, she picks one up and throws it at the other, blowing them both up. While the truck looks awfully close to the gigantic blast, it doesnt seem to suffer any damage....

Wondering if it might be weakness, Kiwi tests Utena by initiating a battle as Magia Leoparde. Utena is able to dodge Kiwis giant gun fusillade attack and encase her in a light bulb monster. Shes insanely jealous everyone thinks Tres Magia are so cute. Utena is her first friend, and she is Utenas. Kiwi meets up with her on the weekend on what she deems to be a first date....

Launching a rocket aint cheap, but Maria waits untilafterthe failed test to ask why theyre conducting one. As for why an effigy of Kanata is tied to the rocket, well, thats justSyndualityspatented goofiness. So she begins an intense training regimen, insisting that he push himself to his physical and mental limits. But during drinks at the bar, Ellie notices something off about Noir. Ciel sneaks back to Kanatas to find Mystere awake....