This volume begins with everyone vacationing at the lake. I'm not really sure what purpose the lake has in the plot, but our characters resolve some personal issues and we see the Mabudachi Trio supporting one another and offering advice.

Once again, Ayame is trying to bond with his younger brother, without any success because Ayame is a self-centered idiot. But he's so funny that I like him anyway!

I DO get tired of Tohru apologizing to everyone all the time. Why does she always assume that everything is her own fault?

Kisa makes her first appearance and the cuteness level jumps up to super nova! That child is so adorable it makes my eyes hurt! The way that Kisa's emotional pain and fear is mirrored in Yuki's experiences is wonderful writing, and it's so perfect that Yuki is the one who encourages Kisa to show bravery. Even Momiji's fears regarding his mother are brought into the emotional mix with Kisa, and I loved how Tohru is an inspiration to all of them as these characters become closer.

The storyline with Motoko, the president of the Yuki Fan Club, was hilarious, and I loved seeing Hana at home. She's so mysterious and weird and I love it!

I love how any time that Tohru is in trouble, there are more and more people who rally around her, to fight for her, to take care of her, or maybe just to study for exams together.