: 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".
: Hijiri takes Anzu shopping, promising to transform her into a "better-looking girl". In a humorous subversion of the "pretty woman" trope, he becomes intimidated by her height and forces her into smaller heels to feel superior. Romantic Killer Episode 7
: Later, Hijiri visits Anzu’s house—disgusted by the presence of Junta and Riri—and presents her with artisan chocolates, a VR headset, and even a litter of kittens to win her over. Anzu, true to her "Romantic Killer" title, remains unimpressed by his attempts to buy her affection. Key Character Dynamics : She continues to reject Riri's forced romantic scenarios
: Anzu arrives at school in Hijiri’s chauffeured car, immediately drawing the ire and curiosity of her classmates. It’s revealed that Hijiri has a dedicated fan club, and his sudden interest in a "plain" girl like Anzu causes a social uproar. In a humorous subversion of the "pretty woman"
Episode 7 is a pivotal point in the series because it introduces the most "classic" otome game trope: the wealthy, arrogant heir. By having Anzu treat him like a nuisance rather than a prize, the show highlights its core theme of . While Hijiri tries to control the narrative with money, Anzu’s refusal to follow the script continues to frustrate Riri’s plans.
For more episode summaries and cast details, you can visit the Romantic Killer IMDb page or the official series page on Rotten Tomatoes .
: Introduced as the "rich male archetype," Hijiri is initially arrogant and out of touch with reality. However, his interactions with Anzu begin to force a change in his perspective.