: Seeing Ritsuka's growing jealousy and confusion, Akihiko confronts him, forcing Ritsuka to acknowledge his romantic feelings for Mafuyu.
: The episode emphasizes Mafuyu's gradual process of opening up, showing him sleeping in the studio and holding hands with Ritsuka in a vulnerable moment. Thematic Elements Given Episode 7
: Haruki Nakayama acts as the band's emotional anchor, stepping in to calm Ritsuka when he lashes out at Mafuyu during practice. : Seeing Ritsuka's growing jealousy and confusion, Akihiko