The episode picks up after the "accident" where Anzu was nearly hit by Hijiri’s luxury car. Hijiri, convinced that Anzu orchestrated the incident to get his attention, attempts to "compensate" her with a date.
: She continues to reject Riri's forced romantic scenarios. Her refusal to be swayed by Hijiri's wealth establishes her as a different kind of protagonist—one who values personal boundaries over a "prince charming". Romantic Killer Episode 7
: The episode ends on a cliffhanger when Anzu sees a text message from a girl named Arisa on Tsukasa’s phone, leading her to believe he has a secret girlfriend. (Note: It is later revealed in Episode 8 that Arisa is actually Tsukasa's older sister). Analysis: Subverting the "Prince" Trope The episode picks up after the "accident" where