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As the crowd dispersed, I was mopping near the pillar closest to her table. I shouldn’t have spoken. But my mouth opened before my fear could stop it.

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Over the years, scholars have proposed various theories regarding the purpose and meaning of the Jade Venus. Some of the most popular interpretations include: As the crowd dispersed, I was mopping near

However, Ichikawa’s writing is rarely one-dimensional, and Jade Venus is not merely a stoic bureaucrat. Her character explores the subtle tragedy of competence. Because she is so reliable, she is often overlooked. She is the one who organizes the others, maintains the records, and watches over the affairs of the school with a quiet intensity. Unlike Phosphophyllite, who gains attention through failure and transformation, Jade Venus’s value lies in her lack of change. She is the atmosphere of the school—heavy, encompassing, and essential, yet difficult to perceive directly. This creates a poignant undertone to her existence: she is the pillar that supports everyone else, but because pillars do not move, they are often taken for granted. Her character explores the subtle tragedy of competence

Mrs. Wei didn’t look up from her jasmine tea. The steam curled around her face like a veil. “And if you lose?”