Not a summary, just something I think interesting.
Spoilers under cut.
Very interesting chapter cover image. Natori, Natsume, Matoba are both wearing masks, and Taruma is the only exception.
This is similar to many of the illustrations previously drawn in the afterword.
I didn't expect that the character introduction panel would actually be the character relationship diagram for this entire arc (for now).
It's that same phrase again: "the smell of lavender bath oil when taking a lavender bath LOL
Cool...
It's truly rare to see these four together in the same panel.
The four people and one cat arrived at Kashima's house. When they mentioned wanting to see the box, Natsume, Tanuma and Natori were surprised by the warm welcome they received. There was even a sign outside the room where the box was kept that read, "Hako-sama is over here →".
The expressions on everyone's faces after they found out the Kashima family had so openly displayed the box LOL
Natori was angry that the Kashima family had so casually displayed the box, but Motoba gently and tactfully advised Kashima to protect themselves from people they shouldn't trust, even praising them for their efforts in fulfilling their duty to guard the box, in exchange for information from her.
I don't know why, but I find this quite interesting.
Before leaving, Matoba extended an invitation to Natori, indicating that he might need his help in the future and also hoping that Natsume and Sensei would be present.
Tanuma could only silently watch Matoba's (and Nanase's) retreating figure.
In the past, Tanuma might have felt uneasy and powerless because he couldn't see the same scenery as Natsume or help him properly... But this time, I don't think he is like that. Maybe because he did manage to help out a little here, or Matoba's words about the responsibilities of a temple person had made Tanuma realize something?
The expressions on everyone's faces when Natsume questioned Natori LOL
Not a summary, just something I think interesting.
Spoilers under cut.
When Natori probed Tanuma with a hostile attitude, Tanuma was initially thinking, and then became very serious. This perhaps contrasted with the helpless anger he felt when he first faced Natori.
In the past, Tanuma could only be protected, and his impulsiveness resulted in him being knocked unconscious; but Natori's affirmation this time that Tanuma could be of help must have been a great encouragement to him.
It's kind of funny that Natsume is afraid the box is burned, maybe because he's encountered too many traditional destroyers lately? LOL
After being affirmed of his abilities, Tanuma also volunteered to go find Kashima.
Natsume had always been overprotective of Tanuma, but now he could only watch his retreating figure.
One only wanted to protect a friend he cared about but also understood that he couldn't always hide people away; the other hoped to help a friend he cared about and was finally starting to build confidence. The explanation of the distance between these two friends is truly wonderful, Midorikawa-sensei.
Somehow I think the situation of Shiori and Sumire also seem like a reflection of Natsume and Tanuma's current situation... Sumire is also trying to do something for her friend, while Shiori is afraid of bringing some kind of danger to her friend...
"I guessed wrong. I thought you guys would come as a team." (It seems he thought Natsume and even Natori would come together?)
"Besides, just my opinion, the 'real box(hako)' actually exists, doesn't it? It's because it actually exists that you took action, right?"
"That's right, the 'real Hako-sama' does exist."
For Tanuma, the focus is on the box.
For Matoba, the focus is on what's inside the box.
"No problem, Kugi-san. Those two are the heir and apprentice of the prestigious Natori family. As the person in charge, the Matoba family has agreed to this investigation. If they engage in any suspicious behavior during the investigation, the Matoba family will take disciplinary action. Please cooperate without worry."
Matoba still holds a superior position when facing Natori, after all, the host's role is different from that of a regular companion.
But it is true that Matoba did Natori a favor, which is why Natori truthfully revealed the information.
Kugi: What's that Munchkin.
Natsume: I'm sorry, he's following me... should I call him a guardian cat... or a sacred beast...?
"It's like when you're taking a lavender bath, and someone gives you lavender bath salts and asks if it smells like lavender. Would you understand at all?"
"Sensei, I don't understand at all what you're saying."
Sensei, I believe your existence in this chapter is to provide comedic relief LOL
I recently discovered the fanfic you wrote on AO3, and oh my god, it's gorgeous! I read all 21 chapters in two days, and the emptiness left by the last update was terrible because I had nothing else to read that excited me as much as your fanfic, so I had to ask you: where do you get your inspiration? Or is it all pure imagination?
❤️❤️❤️ Sorry for the late reply but thank you so much! It warms my heart to know that you've enjoyed it!
To answer your question, inspiration comes from the soup I have in my head. The media I consume, the mangas I read, stories and plots... more specifically for cinders, the idea of Kaito being a guard was influenced by the manga [Snow White with the Red Hair.] There was more chemistry between the fl and the guard than the fl and ml, since the ml was chained down to princely duties.
Most of the time though, I'm just tossing ideas around with my partner. Ideas flow easier when you're in good company 😆!! Hope that answers the question!
KSKB Prompt: I don't know if this is too dead dove for you, but I always love it when Kaito is willing until Conan is 18/19 again (aka legal) but Conan is not. He's like "We're the same age, despite my diminutive size and if we don't figure out how I can take your cock anyways, I will be mad."
it's not too dead-dove, but alas, I must hide it behind a pw. ;3
I forgot these arrived and are available now-- sorry I have no good pictures for these since the weather has been dreary, but anyways, here ye go~ Happy Holidays!!!
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