: Sasaki remains completely oblivious that Tayama and Yamada are the same person. He views them as two different women who provide him comfort in different ways.

: The chapter solidifies their "smoking buddy" relationship, showing that they are becoming a vital emotional outlet for each other without the pressure of romantic expectations. Series Information

: Sasaki continues to find relief from his grueling corporate job by visiting his favorite supermarket, only to find his "ideal" cashier, Yamada, is once again not there.

: He meets Tayama behind the store again. She continues her playful, slightly punkish persona, which is a stark contrast to the polite, professional Yamada (who is actually Tayama in disguise).

In this chapter, the central dynamic between the overworked salaryman Sasaki and the "mysterious" Tayama continues to build around their shared smoking spot.