And there's Sakura, the neighborhood meringue. A quick development but diving into her own memories should indeed result in finding Sakura's core if it was within her all along.
Being text we don't hear a voice but I guess the one who guided Shamiko to the whatever staff was Sakura.
I can't wait for the next chapter now... But don't mind me, gaphoc & co, the pace that fits you is the best, thanks for the chapter!
BTW, mangas sure love their stealth boxes... not that it isn't a fun reference. Snake and the Hinatsuki family would approve indeed.