Since the manga's story is different from the anime's plot, it's unfair to compare them. What I will say is that, despite my affection for the concept of the series, I really was not a fan of the "thirsty lesbian gets sexually assaulted by the antagonist" trope that popped up in this volume. The story really could have done without that and... the cat.

The director of the anime really said that Mr. Cat was a vital character in the series and I don't know how to feel about that when he keeps harassing little girls with threats of marriage. The contrast between that testimonial and the lighthearted one from Mytho's voice actor at the end of the volume is so stark, but I really love Naoki Yanagi's humor and thoughtfulness regarding the series.

Also, the little gag comics made me smile, so those were a treat to see.