Children of the Sea, Vol. 2

In Children of the Sea, Vol. 2, the ocean reveals a narrative intertwined with the lives of its young protagonists, Umi and Sora. These boys share a unique bond with the sea, a connection that echoes a past event involving Jim, who encountered another child with similar abilities forty years earlier. Haunted by the loss of that boy, Jim dedicates his life to finding others like him, hoping to atone for his past mistakes. The story unfolds as Sora is drawn away by Anglade, a former research partner of Jim's, who promises to unveil the secrets surrounding their powers. This separation leaves Umi in a state of despair, prompting Ruka to step in and assist her friend in locating his brother before it’s too late.

Ruka’s own journey is marked by a childhood memory of encountering a ghostly figure in the aquarium where her father works. This experience ignites a sense of curiosity and connection to the ocean, drawing her towards Umi and Sora, who were raised by dugongs and share her affinity for the mysterious calls from the sea. As Ruka becomes more involved with the boys, she begins to understand the depth of their experiences and the unique bond they share, which sets them apart from the world around them.

The adults in Ruka's life, including her father and the aquarium staff, remain largely oblivious to the profound connections and challenges the children face. As the narrative progresses, the mystery of the ocean's dwindling fish population looms large, intertwining with the children's quest for understanding and belonging. This tale explores themes of friendship, loss, and the search for identity against the backdrop of a world where the ocean's secrets are both enchanting and perilous.