It was none other than Uncle Toya, a close friend of his late father who loved food. But Daichi couldn't figure out if his father knew about all this or not. Suddenly, Toya hugged Daichi.
"It's a relief to see you're doing well, Dai," Toya said, using the same approach he had when Daichi was a kid.
"I'm also relieved to see you, Uncle."
"Are you hungry?" Toya asked, pulling Daichi's cheeks.
"No, I'm okay. By the way, what's that thing?" Daichi asked, pointing at the mutant zombie.
"Don't worry about it. First, you should get some rest."
NP-58 told Daichi that he would show him the way to his new residence. Seizing the opportunity, Daichi broke free from his uncle's neck-breaking hug. Toya instructed NP-58 to meet him after dropping Daichi off. NP-58 agreed and drove Daichi away. Suddenly, Daichi asked, "Hey, am I supposed to be your master now?"
"Certainly."
"Then, can I name you?"
"Fine by me."
"Alrighty! I'll think of something."
NP-58 dropped Daichi off at his new apartment. To Daichi's surprise, it was far more luxurious than the one he used to live in. NP-58 left without another word. After meeting with Toya, NP-58 asked what Toya might want from him. Then Toya told him to...