However, I've got to say!
All because of that bonus chapter cataloging the members of Miss Kiana's harem, the topic has blown up completely.
What's more, the sheer amount of information and explosive reveals packed within it is almost too much to take in at once.
And that led to...
Whether online or offline, after meals or during meetings—you name it—everyone's attention seemed overwhelmingly focused on the bonus chapter.
As for the earlier commentary video about Aponia that was released, it's almost as if nobody showed much interest.
But that's not really the case.
Interest was still there.
But because her video came out at such an awkward time, the big splash it should've made ended up completely overshadowed by the harem recap in the bonus chapter. It really did come off as pretty plain.
The attention it deserved was buried.
If you looked closely, though, you'd notice—
There was still discussion.
Related topics were still around.
But most were brought up alongside the bonus chapter.
Even the earlier commentary videos saw a resurgence because of it.
Maybe… none of that is such a bad thing.
Think about it.
Every single video was carefully produced by Kiana before being released.
Whether the information in them is true or not is one thing—but regardless, whether it's meant to mislead or to actually tell you something, it's only because Miss Kiana wants you to know that you get to know it at all.
If you don't analyze it, she'd be unhappy.
But seeing how proactive you all are now—filling in gaps, making guesses, refining theories…
It actually makes her a little happier.
Go figure!
Kiana isn't always holed up in her own world, you know.
She also listens to what Elysia and the others think, and values the opinions of those around her about the content of the Sky-Screen videos.
Heck, she goes online every time to see what everyone's saying.
It's not just about being a creator who wants feedback or to share a bit of joy—it's also because there are always those who can inspire her, intentionally or not, and help her refine the virtual future lines.
Sure, she'll keep observing the future, adjusting and correcting as she goes.
But often, it's those subjective opinions that push the future toward a better direction.
And that's one of her goals, after all!
So, what counts as more subjective?
Well, obviously, "what I think."
If I think you've got a good point, then—next step—it's mine now.
Maybe those who put forward these ideas, who speculate and piece things together, only to have the sky-screen confirm them, feel thrilled thinking they've guessed the truth.
But isn't that just a nice little positive cycle?
Because when people are happy, they're more motivated to discuss and analyze.
It's like with creative works—whether it's anime, comics, or novels, sometimes the comment section is even more interesting than the work itself.
These days, Kiana's either curled up in Aponia's arms playing on her phone, or hanging out at the bar Eden opened inside the MOTH base, chatting and relaxing there all day long.
That's right.
Even though Eden has joined MOTH now, she doesn't have much to do.
So she went ahead and opened a bar, giving everyone a place to unwind, hang out, and chat when they have time.
Although MOTH doesn't forbid alcohol, drinking during work hours generally isn't allowed.
Because of that, the soldiers, staff, and even Elysia, Kiana, and the others rarely actually drink when they go.
Plus, thanks to Eden's taste, the whole bar feels more like a quiet lounge—elegant atmosphere, classical background music—the vibe is great, but if you're looking for a party or somewhere to dance, that's not happening.
Not that Kiana minds.
But too much noise and commotion can give anyone a headache.
Oh, and by the way!
Before, everyone thought the cat girl was just named "Pardo."
They didn't know what she looked like either, so they searched blindly.
Later, they found out—turns out her full name is Pardofelis.
They even had an official illustration to go by.
So it didn't take long at all before Miss Pardo was brought back to MOTH.
Along with her came the family she kept by her side.
When asked for their names, every single one of her cats was called "Can." It's not that she's dumb or can't tell them apart—it's just that whenever she yells "Can!" all the cats respond. Over time, she just got used to it.
Kiana finally got to meet the cat girl without her tail and ears.
She seemed less lively than expected, and when quiet, almost a bit more reserved.
Probably because of her cute bob cut—everyone knows that a bob screams "well-behaved girl."
Seele's like that.
Too bad… Pardo isn't.
"Pardo!"
"Miss Kiana?!"
"Why are you so scared of me?"
"Wh-who, me? No way…"
When Kiana found Pardo, the latter looked visibly tense.
Hmm, no surprise there!
"You were the one who took the gem from my room, right?!" Kiana said with absolute certainty.
Pardo grew even more awkward. "Th-this gem… is it really important?"
Although Pardo has a bit of a light-fingered habit, it's kinda like a hamster's hoarding instinct.
She usually only takes things others don't want anymore—their value varies, but she treasures them all.
And running her little shop is more about satisfying her urge to play boss.
If someone actually comes looking for something, she'll return it.
This time, seeing Kiana smiling at her, she understood immediately.
She carefully took out the ice-blue crystal she'd been safeguarding and obediently handed it back to Kiana.
Honestly though, the chestnut-haired kitten's pouty, wronged expression right now? Somehow even cuter.
Since it's still early days and Pardo's pretty young, her already modest chest has even less going on.
She's so undernourished she's all skin and bones—only after arriving at MOTH did she start looking a bit better.
Now, she's slowly filling out.
"Alright, don't look so down! Here~ take this."
Kiana gently patted Pardo's head, then cheerfully placed a piece of candy into her hand without any room for refusal—like an older sister soothing a child.
"Anything else at my place, you can take. But remember—this? Don't touch it again."
"Okay, got it… Oh, Miss Kiana, what is this, anyway?" Pardo carefully tucked the candy away, then looked at Kiana curiously.
Kiana raised a slender finger to her cheek, glanced up casually, and said offhandedly,
"This? Oh… it's a Herrscher Core."
"Huh?!" Pardo definitely knows what a Herrscher Core is.
After joining MOTH, the folks here made sure she learned plenty—even forced her to attend classes.
Suddenly, as if some terrifying realization hit her, she stared in horror at the crystal Kiana was casually twirling between her fingers, stumbling back several steps.
"Miss Kiana! Y-you said this is a Herrscher Core?! …Why would you leave something so dangerous lying around?!"
She was shaken, on the verge of tears.
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