Competition time! The chapters are well-paced and structured just right to build tension as the rivals take their turn on stage. You'd swear you were watching a high-stakes sports event instead of teens telling stories. That might just be me though, as this triggers memories of my high school speech competitions.

FOR REFERENCE:

Contents: Story 17. The Karaku Cup Prelims -- Story 18. Shut It -- Story 19. The Karaku Cup Finals -- Story 20. BM -- Story 21. Hikaru's Rakugo -- Story 22. As a Performer -- Story 23. Lull -- Story 24. Infinite Blessings -- Story 25.The Disappearing Stage ( )