Momo escapes the Cursed House by spitting hot water at the Evil Eye, but the close call strains Jiji and Okarun's bond and pushes Okarun to seek out training from Turbo Granny.
Summary
Pinned with her thermos out of reach, Momo shoves at the Evil Eye with her powers, but the spirit collapses the Cursed House inward and seizes her throat. She spits the hot water she had been sipping straight at it, forcing it down and leaving Jiji shocked at having hurt her. Okarun pushes Jiji aside to check on Momo, and Seiko, handing him a towel, assures him the incident was not his fault. That night Aira apologizes for triggering the attack and pledges more caution, but Momo holds nothing against her.
Key Events
The next day Okarun visits Mantisian at work to beg lessons in throwing a punch, only to be turned down by the violence-averse alien. Drained from helping at the job, Okarun returns home and finds he can barely face Jiji, who feels the same awkwardness. In private, Manjiro tells Seiko he intends to rehire the Hayashi, doubting the coexistence plan after the latest scare, and a disappointed Seiko reluctantly agrees.
Notes
Turbo Granny catches Okarun practicing punches and corrects him, explaining that landing a blow and gaining real strength are separate things; she offers to teach him better command of her power and leads him off, with Aira secretly tailing them. The trivia notes Momo is shown reading Kaiju No. 8. The chapter is in Volume 7, adapted into Episode 19.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Momo escape the Cursed House in Chapter 56?
In Chapter 56, with her thermos out of reach and the Evil Eye gripping her throat, Momo spits the hot water she had been sipping straight at the spirit, forcing it down and freeing herself.
Why do Jiji and Okarun feel awkward in Chapter 56?
The close call where the Evil Eye hurt Momo strains Jiji and Okarun's bond in Chapter 56. Okarun returns home and finds he can barely face Jiji, who feels the same awkwardness.
Who does Okarun seek training from in Chapter 56?
In Chapter 56, Okarun first begs Mantisian for lessons in throwing a punch but is turned down by the violence-averse alien. Turbo Granny then catches him practicing and offers to teach him better command of her power.
What does Turbo Granny tell Okarun about strength in Chapter 56?
Turbo Granny corrects Okarun in Chapter 56, explaining that landing a blow and gaining real strength are separate things. She offers to teach him better command of her power and leads him off to train.
What manga is Momo shown reading in Chapter 56?
A trivia note for Chapter 56 mentions that Momo is shown reading Kaiju No. 8. The chapter is part of Volume 7 and was adapted into Episode 19 of the anime.
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