An excellent Miki-focused episode. Miki reinvented herself in high school essentially to protect herself. As she very much reacts without thinking. While it is good to be considerate of others, changing how she did it isn’t healthy. Unlike Koyun, who is fine with being isolated, we can tell that Miki wants to be around and socialize with others. Which creates a conflict.
In truth, it is impossible for her to stick with this new image all the time. As the girls see how she acts with the guys, they can only wonder if they really know Miki. Many times if people think you aren’t true to them, they can think, Does she truly consider us a friend? This is one example where Minato butting in really helped the situation. As it makes sense why they thought Miki was talking behind her back.
At the same time, Miki’s concerns are valid. Given the past, her being outspoken hurt Koyun as an example. But being yourself and willing to listen is important. As this silly Miki is something the girls didn’t know about, they finally feel like they see the real her. You can tell those girls are good friends to Miki.
Between Youta and Miki comments of I love you. Where you can tell that Miki means more than just a friend, and we know Youta’s feelings from what he told Koyun. Though I feel bad for Youta, his feelings for Miki feel like an uphill battle.
We didn’t get much focus on the Minato and Koyun side. Minato still thinks she is into Youta, but in reality, she is trying to support Youta as a wingman. Curious how these two proceed going forward.
