English Dub Review:The Dangers in My Heart: “Karte 21: We Made a Promise”

Overview

Kyotaro discovers an obsessed fan is spreading rumors online that Anna has a boyfriend. Knowing what that means for both her safety and career, he cannot help but worry…

Our Take

In this episode, Anna’s growing fame as a model and actress brings with it the dark side of celebrity life, particularly the dangers posed by social media and obsessive fans. The storyline takes a tense turn as Kyotaro becomes increasingly concerned about Anna’s safety after a creepy fan, dubbed “Pig Man,” begins posting suspicious updates online. His anxiety peaks when Anna abruptly ends a video call, leaving Kyotaro fearing the worst. His concern drives him to visit Anna’s home, where he discovers some surprises that even threw me off as a viewer.

The episode skillfully balances tension with humor as Kyotaro confesses his feelings for Anna to her parents, winning over her intimidating father, who even shares his Switch friend code to play Monster Hunter together. The reveal that “Pig Man” is someone even I didn’t expect with was a welcomed twist, turning a potentially dangerous situation into a moment of levity. Despite the scare, Anna and Kyotaro’s relationship deepens as they both confide in her parents, signaling a new level of trust and affection between them.

Overall, this episode highlights the challenges of navigating fame and the perils of online scrutiny, while also showcasing the growing bond between the two leads. I had to turn on subtitles during the social media scenes just to read the conversations which were all essential to the plot. But the mix of suspense, comedy, and heartfelt moments makes for a captivating watch, with Kyotaro’s protective instincts and the couple’s mutual confessions standing out as particularly endearing, while also reminding people of the dangers that come with celebrity status. But with 4 episodes left, I’m curious to see where this goes next!