I think what i really like about this chapter is the the twisted smile mentioned in the title can reference Raiden's smile when he tried to kill Hatsuko, but also for Hatsuko's smile at the end.

No offence and im not sure if you would know this book but i read the second line as "The Disappearance of Hatsune Miku" at first.

I think its supposed to be Hatsuko speaking here

I didnt even realize its been a year already for Green Life, anyway... thanks for the azamingly unique story and for keeping it going, dont give up! がんばって! (good luck) (๑•̀ㅂ•́)و✧ʕ•̀ω•́ʔ✧

Traditional chinese instrument with seven strings and meant to be plucked, there are pictures online

Honestly, i am still amazong how people can still snear and laugh at him after so many years, both not getting bored and how after watching him completely beat everyone they still see him as the same loser from before. although with them thinking someone else is below many will bask in the sunlight despite being only a little better, moreover as a whole group.