Techno and Zak's mom's have always been close. They hung out a lot, and talked to each other often. Techno's mom had realized that he was kind of lonely. He didn't have a lot of friends, so she told Zak that if he attempted to befriend her son, she'd pay him. So, long story short, Zak ends up falling for the person that he's being paid to be friends with.

Weeks after the whole dark world incident, Susie and Kris are still suffering from minor symptoms due to the traumatic experiences they went through together along with Ralsei and Lancer. Although they do their best to keep it hidden, Susie is on the breaking point with nightmares she's experiencing and decided to get the help she needs. Help from a special friend.