Chapter 36

## Chapter Chronology

**"FATED ONE"** (運命の人, *Unmei no Hito*) is the 36th chapter of You Chiba's manga series, *Kindergarten WARS*.

## Summary

Silvia and Luke reached Asakusa's entrance and were taken aback by the chaotic result from the earlier altercation involving Rita, Doug, and Hana with the attacking Asakusa assassins. People and bystanders were given different explanations: some were informed that a meteorite had landed, causing widespread damage to the shops, while others were told that it was part of an action film being shot earlier. Luke then made the decision to head to the Minejima Shop alone, leaving Silvia behind.

Doug found it surprising and hard to believe that the dogs in front of him and Rita were going to assist them at the Kindergarten Noir, while Rita seemed somewhat enthusiastic about their presence. The old woman explained that these dogs were not ordinary; they could sniff out wrongdoers by tracking the scent of blood, possess razor-sharp fangs to catch them, and surprisingly, they could understand human language. Initially, these dogs were supposed to stay within the Minejima shop due to some kids' fear of dogs, only being sent out for special occasions. However, the old woman was informed that the dogs would now permanently reside within the Kindergarten Noir's premises, signaling a significant crisis for the Kindergarten.

Intrigued by the connection between the old woman and Erina, the Kindergarten's Principal, Doug asked about their relationship. The old woman downplayed it, attributing it to just old connections among elderly people, and then asked if Erina was still as awkward as before, puzzling Doug and Rita momentarily. Quickly shifting the topic due to the urgency of the teachers, the old woman requested Doug and Rita to pack the guns in the armory while she took care of putting the dogs back in their cages.

While they packed the guns, Doug brought up the looming situation: not only were prominent parents visiting for Parents' Day at the school, but they were also dealing with a crisis involving the New World Order group aiming to attack. Seeing the array of weapons, Doug feared a fierce battle. Rita reassured him with a smile, expressing her determination to take down any strong enemies and protect everyone. Doug, however, expressed concern, noting Rita's tendency to get roughed up despite her confident promises, fearing the possibility of her sudden disappearance one day.

Before Rita could respond, a loud slam locked them inside the room. For Rita, getting locked in was her top scenario from her list of classic situations she wanted to experience alone with a handsome guy. While Doug remained calm about the situation, Rita visibly panicked, conflicted about being in the number one scenario from her list with a guy she shouldn't fall for. She started perceiving Doug as exceptionally cool, though she tried convincing herself he was a swindler, while Doug, unaware of her thoughts, asked her what her issue was.

She decides to distract herself from the overwhelming emotions she's experiencing by asking Doug some questions. Starting with an inquiry about what he usually does when movie credits begin, Doug, confused by the question, answered that he usually stays to watch them, mentioning that some movies have post-credits scenes. This surprise Rita, and she tried convincing herself that his response was just the bare minimum expected from anyone.

Her next question was about the playback speed Doug uses when watching movies at home. Doug replied that he plays them at normal speed and asked why she was asking such random questions. Each correct answer from Doug made Rita's heart beat faster. Her third question was about what Doug eats first when having ramen, and once again, Doug correctly answered that he starts with the soup. Rita was completely taken aback as Doug seemed to be answering perfectly, leading her to believe he might be the ideal match for her.

Doug, taking advantage of their alone time, wanted to share something he had been meaning to tell Rita for a while. He asked her to listen carefully, and as they locked eyes, both blushing, Rita thought he was teasing her again and lightly pushed him away. But Doug, gently holding Rita's hands, assured her he wasn't teasing and looked earnestly into her eyes. He conveyed that ever since she saved him, there's something important he wanted to say to her. Before he could finish, Luke, on the other side of the door, was about to slam a 500-ton huge hammer to unlock it, interrupting the moment between Rita and Doug.

## Chapter Trivia

* The dogs go by the names Shoyu, Miso, Salt, Chili, Creamy, Pork, Fish, Fatty, Hearty, and Chicken, each named after ingredients used in making a ramen broth.

## Characters in Order of Appearance

**Luke Smith**
**Silvia**
**Doug**
**Rita**
**Minejima Shop Owner**
**Erina Winkler**Mentioned