: Following the release of Volume 14, the series went on a planned hiatus starting with the February 2026 issue of Kodansha's Return Plans

The Japanese forums (2channel and Shōnen Jump discussion boards) have exploded with theories following Volume 3’s finale. The most popular theory is that Yuki, the protagonist, is not a victim but the next Yama Hime . The final seed she holds is frequently interpreted as her "coronation" object. Reddit users note the foreshadowing: Her name, Yuki (snow), is the only thing that melts into water, which is the tree’s only weakness.