English Dub Review: Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian “An Outpouring of Emotion”

Overview

Alya is sent by the student council to mediate a conflict between the soccer and baseball teams about the use of the school fields. When the conflict comes to a standstill, Kuze saves the day and makes an important promise to Alya…

Our Take

In a not-so-surprising twist, Kuze’s role in resolving the sports teams’ dispute is heavily highlighted as it displays his ability to read people and smooth things over when it comes to sorting out disputes, while Kuze’s approach was successful, it also underscored a missed opportunity for Alya to step up. Her struggles in mediation could have served as a pivotal moment for her to learn the importance of connecting with others, especially as she aspires to lead the student council.

The dynamic between Kuze and Alya is enriched by Kuze’s secret understanding of Russian, which somewhat keeps things compelling while adding a subtle layer of tension to their interactions. While Alya remains unaware that Kuze knows her true feelings, his intervention has certainly helped push their relationship forward. Even if Ayla’s reactions had mixed results…

Overall, the episode successfully blended romance, character development, and humor, while also paying homage to a classic anime in the credits music this episode. Kuze’s decision to join the student council and his promise to support Alya solidify their partnership, setting up the series for more emotionally charged and complex interactions. The show continues to be a refreshing take on the genre, balancing its lighter moments with meaningful progress in its characters’ relationships, while it feels like a waiting game at this point on whether or not Alya will know the truth about Kuze knowing everything she’s saying, yet the post-credits scene between Alya and her sister leave us wanting more.