cliff's notes: after the Another Ending movies, Kuroto has Yet Another Fucking Resurrection Plan in the form of a visual novel about Emu's backstory, Emu tries to clear it but fucks up due to trauma so the others have to piece it together to save him
like they're all pretty good, I really enjoyed each character POV, Taiga's especially is unexpectedly hilarious because my god the inside of that man's head is ridiculous actually
so Hiiro and Taiga both witness scenes that are like, really deeply concerning in terms of what they say about the relationship Emu has with his dad (or, tbqh, doesn't have)
it's really funny because like. the early parts of the novel feel like they're REALLY pushing Emu/Poppy, and the opening chapter even kind of tries to straightwash Kiriya
When I think about it, Emu has been that way since the first time we met.
[...]
But I was attracted to his straightforward purity. I thought that Emu was the only one who would be suitable as a partner to ride Lazer Level 2 in motorcycle form.
it does not stop him.When I think about it, Emu has been that way since the first time we met.
[...]
But I was attracted to his straightforward purity. I thought that Emu was the only one who would be suitable as a partner to ride Lazer Level 2 in motorcycle form.
…It had to be you.
It’s the last corner of the race.
The checkered flag is almost here.
Emu, wait for me. We’ll treat you with our own hands.
I’m going to save you.