Opening Volume 2, the seventh chapter brings Arisa and Saki to the Sohma house to check on Tohru's living situation. Between minor clashes with Kyo and a revelation about Shigure's profession, the visit ends with the friends satisfied that Tohru is in good hands.
Summary
Once Arisa and Saki learn that Tohru has moved in with the Sohmas, the pair decide to see the place for themselves. The visit unfolds smoothly enough, though not without a few sparks between Kyo and Arisa. Along the way Tohru is caught off guard to learn that Shigure earns his living as a novelist. The two friends stay the night, and Saki asks Tohru about a cap she keeps in her room. Tohru recalls getting lost as a child and being guided home by a kind boy. Come morning, Arisa and Saki agree the household suits her well.
Key Events
Arisa and Saki arrive at the Sohma home to inspect Tohru's new surroundings. Kyo and Arisa trade a handful of arguments. Shigure's career as a writer comes to light, surprising Tohru. During the overnight stay, the story of the cap and the boy who once helped a lost Tohru is shared. By the next day her friends give the arrangement their approval.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in Fruits Basket Chapter 7?
In Fruits Basket Chapter 7, Arisa Uotani and Saki Hanajima visit the Sohma house to check on Tohru Honda's new living situation, sparking a few clashes between Kyo Sohma and Arisa along the way.
What does Tohru's friends learn about Shigure in Chapter 7?
Tohru is caught off guard when her friends learn that Shigure Sohma earns his living as a novelist during their visit in Chapter 7.
What story does Tohru tell about the cap in Chapter 7?
When Saki asks about a cap Tohru keeps in her room, Tohru recalls getting lost as a child and being guided home by a kind boy.
Do Arisa and Saki approve of Tohru living with the Sohmas in Chapter 7?
Yes, by the next morning Arisa and Saki agree that the Sohma household suits Tohru well.
What volume does Fruits Basket Chapter 7 open?
Chapter 7 opens Volume 2 of Fruits Basket and is the seventh chapter of the series overall, featuring Tohru Honda on the cover.
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