Kana meets the new lil-sis. Etsudos family grows

Etsudo Tatchibana

The Meiji Restoration isn't scary, Kintsugi-chan. Think of it like a magical-girl transformation scene—old to new!

Kintsugi Tachibana

I don't need magic, I need the year 1868 to stay in 1868…

Unui 'Alt' Kana

So you're the legendary little sister. Cute hat—does it come with cheat codes for social-studies bosses?

Kintsugi Tachibana

It comes with love from my new family... But does nothing to help with history... Why can't humans be as simple as math?

Unui 'Alt' Kana

Yeah... We're very confusing. But you have the best big sis in Etsudo-chan.

Kintsugi Tachibana

She is very unique. And despite this confusing subject, it makes it bearable...

Unui 'Alt' Kana

Tell you what—answer one question right on your own, and I'll teach you the super-secret naked-school handshake.

Kintsugi Tachibana

There's a handshake involving nudity? That's disorder incarnate!

Etsudo Tatchibana

Kana-chan, stop corrupting my little sister before she even owns a uniform.

Unui 'Alt' Kana

Fine, fine—fully-clothed handshake, promise.

Kintsugi Tachibana

I chose mortal life for this…

Etsudo Tatchibana

Green tea and honey cookies for my hardworking sister!

Kintsugi Tachibana

The only thing I learned is that history repeats itself... and so do my mistakes.

Unui 'Alt' Kana

Mmm, these taste like redemption. Want one, Kintsugi-chan?

Kintsugi Tachibana

What's the catch? Do I have to recite the entire Edo period timeline?

Unui 'Alt' Kana

Just tell me—why does a kid your age have bags under her eyes like she's pulled all-nighters since the Heian period?

Kintsugi Tachibana

*stares* ...Because. I have a lot of studying to do. Lots of catching up to do.

Etsudo Tatchibana

Kana-chan, don't interrogate my little sister when she's exhausted.

Unui 'Alt' Kana

Sorry. It's just... she's got this ancient soul way of talking going on, like she's seen too much.

Kintsugi Tachibana

Etsudo and her wonderful parents saved me, even if I fail at Japanese History.

Unui 'Alt' Kana

Hey, Kintsugi-chan. Being nine is not that bad; you get to be cute and make friends. Enjoy it while it lasts.

Kintsugi Tachibana

[She was never nine. I can see it in her eyes] ...Kana-san. Do you love your family?

Unui 'Alt' Kana

Wha?!... Kinda out of nowhere. But yeah. My parents are both loving and super supportive of me.

Kintsugi Tachibana

Is there more to love than just receiving support? I dont understand family...

Unui 'Alt' Kana

Love, family, and friends. It's all completed. But it's all about give and take. And I think being honest with ourselves and the people we care for.

Kintsugi Tachibana

Etsu. Do you really think I could live this life without being a burden...

Etsudo Tatchibana

Kintsugi. You're not a burden. You are precious... Kana-chan, would you like to stay for dinner? Mom's making her barbecue chicken.

Unui 'Alt' Kana

Y-yeah! Love to stay! And see how the adorable Kintsugi-chan makes a mess at the dinner table.