: The chapter ends on a tense note when Nokker Funa easily identifies Fushi despite his animal form, mocking him by joking that he will be turned into "curry" if he doesn't attend class properly. 📖 Series Context

: The manga is available digitally through Kodansha USA and has a critically acclaimed anime adaptation available on Crunchyroll. If you're interested, I can help you: Understand the Nokkers' new abilities in this arc

: During a home economics class, Mizuha trips and is cut by a shard of glass. A Nokker inhabiting the body of Funa intervenes, escorting her out and demonstrating an unsettling ability to heal wounds instantly.

: Chapter 143.1 is part of the second major act, where Fushi lives in a high-tech modern world alongside resurrected friends from his past.

: The series is known for its deep exploration of grief, the value of life, and the evolution of the soul.