Laika, Pavlov, Pochihachikou

A compilation of six short stories by Yotsuhara Furiko, each exploring relationships between different girls. In the first, a high-maintenance girl named Yuriko is accompanied by her devoted, puppy-like friend Koroku. After hearing hurtful rumors during lunch, Yuriko’s mood turns sour, and she takes Koroku to a hotel, telling her to do as she pleases. The other stories include: *A Person Who Draws Love*, *Lip-service Girl and Iron-Walled Maiden*, *That Which Shines on the Soaked Crow Feathers*, *Insufficient Love-letter*, and *Chopsticks*. Each story focuses on the dynamics and emotions between the characters, with no further details provided.