How have I not commented already?
I have told you this before. The humor in this is sublime -- so many moments where I genuinely laughed out loud! -- and your character work is so so good. I feel so seen by Lulu in particular. The queen of pickles on pizza.
And because I'm me I also got to crafting many little theories on what is going on. I love when stories invite the reader to really dig deep into the material, and think about it. You manage to do this every time! I am waiting patiently for the second Volume and will support all your other endeavors as well.
When it's your writing, it's so verily yummy every time.