In Volume 2, Ken Kaneki begins adapting to his new life as a half-ghoul while working at Anteiku café alongside peaceful ghouls who survive without unnecessary killing. He struggles with his uncontrollable hunger and the emotional burden of knowing he must consume human flesh to live. Touka Kirishima tries to toughen him up, forcing him to confront the brutal reality of the ghoul world. Meanwhile, ghoul investigators intensify their search for dangerous predators in Tokyo, raising the stakes for everyone. Kaneki witnesses the discrimination and suffering faced by ghouls, making him question who the real monsters are. This volume deepens the emotional conflict between humanity and survival. Ishida’s artwork captures both vulnerability and violence beautifully. The tension continues to build as Kaneki steps further into darkness. Volume 2 expands the world and raises the emotional intensity significantly.