Captain Isuzu Ichinose of the People of Metus has personally infiltrated the Tiramisu in order to build trust between himself and his estranged brother. However, he soon learns that Subaru has become very high maintenance during their time apart.
The showers onboard the Tiramisu are out of order, so the crew makes a trip to Cosmo Bathhouse. Trapped in this nightmarish scenario of "letting it all hang out," Subaru finds solace in a miraculous reunion with Pube. But is this the same Pube he knew?
It's Setsubun, Space Age 0157. Subaru sits with a sushi roll in his mouth, searching for this year's lucky direction: "south-southeast and a bit to the right." Assailed by a series of unforeseen crises, can he finish his sushi before it's too late?
September 2nd is Subaru Ichinose's birthday. The birthday song resounds through space; the applause goes on and on. But before the day is out, Subaru learns the bleakness of adulthood.
We live in a convenient age. Words and photos can be sent between phones in real time. Sometimes we even have a lively conversation with family. Caution: Always check your messages before sending.
There is a magical incantation in that restaurant that everyone wants a chance to chant. The god Beyond proves as unable to resist this temptation as any mortal.
Koenig, who is currently winning at life, introduces Subaru to various magnificent products. Subaru is eager to tell everyone else about their magnificence, but he is missing an important part of the NETWORK FRIENDS system.