Chapter 2

## Chapter Chronology

**"Failure"** (失格, *Shikkaku*) is the second chapter of Ire Yonemoto's manga series, *Wild Strawberry.* This also serves as the second chapter of the first volume of the manga series.

## Summary

The chapter begins at the Shinjuku Flower Crematorium, delving into the consequences of a human becoming infected with a Jinka but not meeting immediate death, resulting in the horrifying experience of being incinerated alive. Meanwhile, Kingo, who is alive, learns from the Researcher or researcher of the Flower Funeral Force about his sister's self-sacrifice on his behalf.

Currently, Kingo is experiencing a sense of defeat and acceptance regarding his imminent incineration, brought about by the opposition he faces from the Flower Funeral Force Chief. He has now resigned himself to his fate, citing the absence of Kayano by his side as one of the reasons for his acceptance. Suddenly, a troop member transforms into a Jinka and starts devouring nearby humans within the building. During this turbulent period, Kingo and the researcher found solace in hiding from the chaos. In their seclusion, they engaged in a deeply emotional conversation, reminiscing about their respective pasts. As the researcher recounted stories about his late brother, Kingo couldn't help but be overcome with emotion, and tears streamed down his face. Tragically, the researcher is unexpectedly devoured by the Jinka, leaving Kingo shocked who was still emotional and vulnerable.

Subsequently, Kingo also falls prey to the Jinka, getting devoured in the process. However, inside the Jinka, Kayano, Kingo's sister, appears to be alive and aids in his transformation, leading to the destruction of the Jinka from within. The chapter concludes with Kingo holding onto the scientist who had informed him that he must escape, as he could potentially be the savior of humanity.

## Quick References

### Chapter Notes

* **Shinjuku Flower Crematorium:** The chapter starts at the Shinjuku Flower Crematorium, highlighting the gruesome consequences of individuals infected with Jinka but not immediately dying, resulting in a horrifying experience of being incinerated alive.
* A troop member of the Flower Funeral Force transforms into a Jinka, causing chaos and devouring nearby humans within the building. Kingo and the researcher hide from the chaos, seeking refuge.
* **Emotional Conversation:** While in hiding, Kingo and the researcher engage in a deeply emotional conversation, reminiscing about their pasts. The researcher shares stories about his late brother, evoking strong emotions in Kingo, leading to tears. Unexpectedly, the researcher is devoured by the Jinka, leaving Kingo shocked and vulnerable.
* **Kingo's Transformation:** Kingo also falls prey to the Jinka, getting devoured. However, inside the Jinka, Kayano, Kingo's sister, appears to be alive and assists in his transformation. This leads to the destruction of the Jinka from within.
* **Kingo's Potential Role:** The chapter concludes with Kingo holding onto the scientist who had informed him that he might be the potential savior of humanity, hinting at a significant role he may play in the future events of the story.

### Characters in Order of Appearance

**Makino**s
**Kingo**
**Kayano**Mentioned
**Flower Funeral Force Chief**
**Makino's Brother**Flashback