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Volume 4

Official contents: 17 chapters

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Pajama Parties Green practices the song and movements alone while imagining Pajama Parties Purple, Pajama Parties Pink, and Pajama Parties White in line. Uncertain footwork and hand shapes show practice in progress toward standing together as Pajama Parties, not a completed stage.

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A single illustration shows Chiikawa, Hachiware, and Usagi standing side by side, holding small microphones that fit in the palm of their hands. The microphone colors are blue for Hachiware, pink for Chiikawa, and yellow for Usagi, and all three have their mouths open, stretching out their voices. At the top of the screen, written characters and musical notes representing long, drawn-out voices are placed, indicating that they are singing at the same timing. Usagi opens their mouth wide, while Chiikawa and Hachiware have their mouths slightly open, and lines representing swaying are added to the sides of their bodies. No dialogue exchange is depicted; the scene of the three matching their voices is captured just as it is.

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The Yoroi-san (Armor Knight) call out to one another about going on a picnic, declare their departure, and set off walking. However, raindrops begin to fall almost immediately and turn into heavy rain, so they run carrying their baggage, searching for a place to take shelter. Ducking into what looks like the shelter of a rocky overhang, the Yoroi-san (Armor Knight) are confused when they see boxes and a lantern placed there, wondering if it is someone's home. Deeper inside, Hachiware holds a steaming vessel and eats soft udon, and the scene ends just as one of the Yoroi-san (Armor Knight) lets out a cry of surprise.

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Hachiware tells Chiikawa and Usagi about being praised for a blue ribbon and keeps returning to the happiness of that moment. The ribbon appears among Hachiware's belongings, and Hachiware handles it carefully as if trying to hold on to the feeling of being praised. Usagi also wears a small blue decoration while Chiikawa watches the two nearby. This opening is not about acquiring something, but about an object tied to praise becoming special to the person who received it.

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As Shisa sits on a tree stump taking out round snacks from a bag and eating them, Chiikawa and Hachiware pass by and stop. Noticing the brown snack with purple filling peeking out, Hachiware mutters, wondering what it is, and asks Shisa what that is. Chiikawa lets out a short sound and observes the situation from nearby. After swallowing what is in their mouth, Shisa tells them the name "Satapanbin" and then offers the bag, saying "Here you go." Chiikawa and Hachiware cannot say the name well, letting out sounds like "pa" and "bi" one by one as they accept it. The story ends when they take a bite and say it is an addictive taste.

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In a dark, cave-like place, Chiikawa faces two black, horned opponents with a sasumata in hand. Keeping their distance, Chiikawa holds the tool out toward them, and a bag-like reward appears after the confrontation. This single image does not need to settle whether it is a real Subjugation or an event in a dream that will continue. What is clear is the simple adventure shape of small Chiikawa facing dangerous opponents with a weapon and receiving a reward, made more vivid by the dark background and black silhouettes.

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At night, small black figures approach Ano-ko on the ground and move as if surrounding them. Ano-ko swings their long tail to drive away those that come close, while small food-like items and shapes are scattered at their feet and Ano-ko also brings something to their mouth. The image does not explain who these figures are or why they have gathered. The number of black shadows and Ano-ko's large tail create tension in the dark setting. Ano-ko may look calm, but the use of their tail shows this is not simply a moment of rest.

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Rakko, looking tired, asks someone nearby for something to help them recover their energy. They are offered a pale food or drink with a sweet seasoning, and Rakko looks a little surprised by the suggested combination. The exchange around the bowl is concerned with their tired body, showing a break from the image of Rakko carrying a sword. It does not explain exactly how effective it is; the focus is the familiar suggestion to add something sweet and Rakko's response to it.

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A large, round dough-like object appears before Chiikawa, Hachiware, and Usagi and casts a shadow on the ground. Usagi jumps at it energetically and seems to body-slam its surface, causing the round object to flatten and spread toward the form of food. Chiikawa and Hachiware watch the change, taking it as something that might become pizza. Rather than a finished dish being served from the start, the fun is in seeing its shape change when touched, with Usagi's sudden action and the other two's observation beginning a search for what is happening.

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Shisa sits at the eatery with a French-toast-like plate made from spiral-shaped bread. Soft bread and side items fill the dish, and Shisa takes it in one forkful at a time. Other diners and food are present, but the focus is Shisa quietly enjoying this sweet-looking plate. There is no hurried order or explanation of how it was made; Shisa looks at the dish, brings it to their mouth, and receives it with satisfaction. The spiral bread adds a small pleasure, showing Shisa on a break rather than at work in a gentle moment where eating itself is an everyday delight.

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At night indoors, Hachiware lies awake near Chiikawa and Usagi, worried about the darkness outside. A small creature-like figure is also near the bedding, and Hachiware calls to it or checks on it because it catches their attention. Chiikawa appears to be resting, and Usagi does not react strongly at once. A window, the darkness outdoors, and moon-like light create the stillness of sleepless time. Nothing is yet clear, but Hachiware's eyes turn toward a small unease in the night, beginning a restless scene near sleeping companions.

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Walking with their head down, Hachiware notices something at their feet, picks up the fallen blue ribbon, and calls out that it was here. Chiikawa comes running over, and Hachiware lets them know the ribbon was found. Chiikawa cries out in delight, and Hachiware also breathes a sigh of relief. Afterward, Hachiware says they will attach it here once more and reties the blue ribbon around the neck of a small vase holding a flower. While Chiikawa watches from the side, Hachiware hums while adjusting the knot, mentions that it feels like their memories are overlapping, and gives a shy smile. Beside them, Chiikawa lets out an "Ah," presses a white paper against their face, rubs vigorously, and wipes their eyes, which is where the story ends.

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This standalone illustration places Hachiware and Usagi side by side against a yellow background. They face forward and show the outlines of their small bodies, with no specific setting, belongings, speech bubbles, walking, eating, or fighting. Hachiware's blue ears and Usagi's long ears stand out clearly in the low-color composition. The yellow does not establish a time or place, but decorates the image by setting off their white bodies and ear colors. It is a quiet break that presents their familiar appearance together without adding an incident to the story.

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While seated before food, Chiikawa and Hachiware spot a group in pajamas on a screen or sign. Hachiware notices that the figures are being shown, their eyes light up with happiness, and Chiikawa looks in the same direction. An ordinary meal is interrupted by the large display of people they saw before, shifting both of their attention from the food to the screen. The image does not make clear what program or event it is, but the pajama-clad group on the screen and Hachiware's delight are clear.

End matterBook exclusiveNewly drawn book-exclusive episodes were not posted on X, so they cannot be read on this site. Please enjoy them in the book.
  • No.14Book exclusive (newly drawn)Chapter 14
  • No.15Book exclusive (newly drawn)Chapter 15
  • No.16Book exclusive (newly drawn)Chapter 16