Athena Nibley Boeken

As the school year approaches, the gang returns from an eventful summer break.

As rumors swirl about Machi trying to kill her little brother, Kakeru figures that the only person who can get the truth out of her is Yuki. But when the two of them visit her, they learn a shocking secret. Later, Motoko wants to tell Yuki her feelings before she graduates and leaves the school--and him--forever. But will their parting be such sweet sorrow?

Now that the gang has escaped from No. 6’s boundary, Kou has found renewed resolve to become an exorcist like his big brother. But he doesn’t expect to come face-to-face with the supernatural who disappeared not so long ago—Mitsuba! The two head off on an impromptu adventure to enjoy the city nightlife, heedless of the danger awaiting them in the dark…and in the midst of it all, Mitsuba comes out with a shocking request!