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"Mushoku Tensei II" Episode 18 Preview: "Turning Point 3"

May 11 (News On Japan) - In this heartwarming chapter of "Mushoku Tensei II", Rudeus Greyrat is experiencing a high point in his life, filled with happiness and contentment. School has become a place of joy where he has succeeded in forming meaningful friendships and strengthening the bond with his sisters, while his romantic relationship with Sylphy flourishes.

However, not everything is perfect. The protagonist carries a lingering concern for Paul, whose whereabouts had been uncertain. Relief comes with the news that Jeannette, a key figure in their lives, has been found, which sparks hope that Paul will soon rejoin them. The prospect of reuniting with Paul promises to restore the serene and simple days they once enjoyed back in their village.

Motivated by anticipation and gratitude, the protagonist decides to begin preparations for Paul's expected return. Determined to make Paul's homecoming memorable and heartfelt, he plans to create a welcoming banner with the words "Welcome Lord Paul" as a symbol of the warm and open arms waiting for him. This preparation not only marks a significant reunion but also symbolizes the protagonist's readiness to embrace the past and merge it with the joy of the present.

Related: Mushoku Tensei II: Episode 17 'Big Brother's Feelings'

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A special heavy rain warning was issued for Hachijo Town on October 9 as Typhoon No. 22, classified as a very strong system, brought record-breaking rainfall and violent winds to the Izu Islands. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has also issued special warnings for storm-force winds and high waves across the region, urging residents to remain on maximum alert. Footage captured shortly before 6:30 a.m. by a camera installed in Hachijo Town showed a utility pole tilting and eventually collapsing under the severe conditions. Authorities said a linear rainband has been repeatedly forming over the area since early morning.

As of 9 a.m. on October 9, Typhoon No. 23 (Nakri) was moving quickly northwest over waters south of Japan and is expected to influence weather conditions over the upcoming three-day holiday weekend. The typhoon is forecast to strengthen slightly as it approaches the Okinawa and Amami regions between October 10 and 11. Afterward, it is expected to curve northward, moving off the coast of Kyushu on October 12 and reaching waters south of Japan’s main islands by October 13.

Elementary and junior high school teachers in Japan still work the longest hours among their peers worldwide, according to an OECD report released on Tuesday. While the 2024 results by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development showed working hours had fallen by around four hours per week compared with the previous survey in 2018, Japan’s teachers still far exceeded their global counterparts.

Beer deliveries from Asahi Group Holdings have been disrupted following a ransomware cyberattack, causing shortages that have already begun to affect izakaya and other establishments across Japan. Some bars have reported their beer stock falling to “only one left” as supply chain delays ripple through the industry.

A magnitude 4.9 earthquake occurred off the coast of Fukushima Prefecture around 9:30 a.m. on October 7th, registering a maximum intensity of 4 on the Japanese seismic scale. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, there is no risk of a tsunami caused by this tremor.

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