Chapter 35: Someone Precious

Karin now realizes that her jealousy was so, so silly, and Karii/Minami did nothing wrong or hurtful.

## Features of this Chapter

### Transition Milestones

Minami/Karii still does all their homework as a girl.

### Relationship Evolution

Male Minami feels comfortable enough to go out on what appears to be a date with Chiyoko.

### Lessons Learned

Karin learns a very important lesson about not jumping to conclusions, as well as the pain of unfounded jealousy. She also learns to trust her Mom as a source of wisdom and encouragement.

SOMEONE PRECIOUS

CHAPTER 35 OF THE MANGA

(Part 3 and the Conclusion of the Karin Becomes Suspicious Story Arc)

## Previously

Quite by accident, Karin observes male Minami and Chiyoko supposedly on a date together. Dating Minami/Karii has always been something dear to Karin, as she has had a crush and unrequited love for Minami/Karii for quite some time. Karin becomes depressed thinking the worst possible outcome of her heart's desire, Minami. However, Mom steps in and offers not only encouragement, but some practical advice on how to handle the delicate situation. But will Karin follow through on that timely advice ?

## Chapter Overview

Karin sets up a homework session with Minami/Karii. But her real reason for the session is to get to the bottom of what she saw---Minami and Chiyoko supposedly on a date together. Surprisingly, Karii herself brings up the subject in an effort to have gossipy 'girl talk' with Karin. Karin finds out that none of the bad things that she though of were actually happening. This causes her to break out in laughter and tears. Karii is completely puzzled, but 'rolls with the flow'. Karii goes on to tell Karin that she, Karii, will always be there for her, and help her all along the way with anything that she needs. Karin is again brought to tears, as she realizes that her Mom was right all along about what Karin saw happening !

## This Chapter's Story

Even though it's late at night, Karin calls Minami, who is in female mode right now as Karii Maki. Karin begins by offering for the two of them to do their homework together. Fine with Karii, as she, in her typical fashion, has not even started on her homework. Karin then tries to ask the burning question that is on her mind, that is, about seeing Minami and Chiyoko at the anime café. But Karin backs out at the last second, and only says that she is ready to study tomorrow, then hangs up.

Tomorrow afternoon comes, with Karin and Karii in Karin's bedroom, all set up to study. However, Karin is miffed that she has to confront, not Minami, but their female self, Karii ! Karin now becomes apprehensive, wondering how to broach such a delicate subject. Then, while Karin fidgets and fusses with herself, Karii begins 'girl talk' by saying that they were hanging yesterday with Chiyoko *sempai.* This takes Karin by surprise, as her burning concern is now out in the open. Karii nonchalantly tells Karin that they were at an anime cafe to receive a promotional gift, and had a great time. Karin asks if it was just the two of you ? Karii answers that it was, because you said that you could not come. Karii then states that she wishes that they were not in male mode at that time. Why, inquires Karin ? Because Chiyoko accidentally tripped and fell into their chest. If they were in female mode, Chiyoko potentially would have bounced off of her 'airbag' boobs !!! Next, Karin wants to know why they were in male mode to begin with ? Kariii simply states that it was too hot to wear a bra, so they went in male mode, hence no need to wear a bra. Karin is dumbfounded ! ***Is that all it was ???***

Karin begins to giggle, ever so girly. Soon, she breaks out in a full-blown laughter. WTF ? What gives ? What was so silly about what was just said, Karii wants to know ? Karin confesses that it was *she who was being* *so silly* yesterday. She then thinks to herself that everything about the situation was exactly how Mom said it would be ! Karii then looks directly at Karin, and tells her that she is glad that Karin has apparently cheered up. Karii says that you sounded awful over the phone yesterday evening, and that had her worried. Karin is stunned by that comment, and tears begin to form in her eyes. Karii goes on to tell that when she was not able to detransition a while ago (see Chapters 10-12), Karin was right there to help her through her rough times. So it is only natural that Karii/Minami will be there for when Karin is having tough times happen to her. One can count on Karii/Minami, that's for sure !

Karin continues to silent cry, as tears continue to well up in her eyes. However, Karii either doesn't notice, or thinks that it is no big deal. Karin again thinks back to all that Mom had told her. Mom was right, after all ! Karin thanks Karii/Minami for all their concern. Of course, this goes right over her head, as she wants to know when they are going to begin the study session ? Karin thinks to herself that Karii was 'so cool' just a few seconds ago, and now she blew it all and ruined Karin's romantic mood.

## Chapter Lookback and Commentary

Karin, who has an almost flat chest for a teenage girl (a teen loli), can not comprehend the concept of a girl having big boobs and them acting like inflated 'air bags'.

Manga Fan's Commentary
pommegrrl / 11 months ago
ooof, that would smart. When I went through puberty I had more that few doors slam my breasts and it was annoying.

lil\_puddin\_cups / 11 months ago
Minami is so f\*cking trans[gender] like---

but considering how light hearted this series is, I really doubt minami's [female] gender [identity] will ever be broached in a serious way -\_-

kajarainbow / 11 months ago
Getting hit in the chest does hurt more when you have boobs. And, yes, I do have the comparative experience to know. (I went from having no boobs to having them, thanks to HRT [Hormone Replacement Therapy].)

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(Click on Chapter 36: In Pursuit of Strength to be taken to the next chapter. Click on Chapter 35.5: Omake (Extra) to be taken to the Omake (Extra) between Chapters 35 & 36.)

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