Ep. 8: Bōbo's feelings for Iena intensify after Zakuri captures her.

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Following a narrow escape from Zakuri's trap, Creek expresses anger that the mice's actions resulted in the deaths of two squirrels. Meanwhile, Bōbo has developed romantic feelings for Iena. When Zakuri takes Iena away, the mice and squirrels unite with a shared determination to permanently deal with Zakuri. This event shifts the group's focus toward confronting their common enemy directly, driven by both grief and Bōbo's personal motivation to rescue Iena. The narrative highlights the escalating conflict between the small animals and Zakuri, emphasizing the stakes involved in their ongoing struggle for survival and justice against their captor.