While I consider Vol. 1 and 2 classics in the yuri genre, I can't say the same about this volume. The reason is that the narrative took such a weird turn after the conclusion of the event. Kei just disappears without telling Emi or their friends where she's gone. The later part of this volume has Emi searching for Kei.

Now, I know very little about Japanese culture, but surely it is ok to tell your girlfriend that a relative has died? . I did not understand why Kei had to keep that a secret.

The ending was very unsatisfactory for me. I have the feeling that the later parts of the story were originally meant as a sequel or even a 4th volume, but it was cancelled and the author had to wrap things up to fit in this volume. It would explain the rather sudden ending with things unresolved.

Still, Emi's journey from a lost soul to someone with goal in life is still a great story.