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AMBot | 05/12/2023 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
In "Better bend than break," Chise continues to get to know her classmates, including the Seven Shields. Although she adapts to her new environment, she remains a potential target, and it is difficult for her to decide whom among her new acquaintances she can trust.
The episode begins with Chise inquiring about Elias' intentions when he first explained that she would become his bride. However, their conversation is interrupted by the school bell, delaying the answer to her question. Later, Chise learns about Alice's relationship with Renfred, who sees Alice as a daughter he has raised and protected, not just a subordinate.
Alice, feeling she hasn’t been as useful to Renfred as she thought, spends the night with Chise. During their talk, Alice reveals that Renfred lost his arm while defending her from Joseph. Elias, reflecting on his earlier behavior, admits that he initially thought having Chise as both an apprentice and a bride would be a practical solution. But now, he realizes he doesn’t want her to leave him.
Alice confronts Renfred about their relationship, making it clear that she doesn’t see him as a father figure. She expresses her desire to protect him, but Renfred insists that it’s his duty as the adult to protect her. The episode ends with mysterious figures retrieving an unknown object from a drawer in the college’s basement.
This episode stands out for its slower pace, focusing on character development and dialogue rather than advancing the plot. While the growth of relationships and characters is evident, the plot seems to stagnate, leading to a decline in momentum and tension. The direction of the season remains uncertain, and the buildup toward a possible revelation through mysterious moments at the end of episodes might not be as effective as intended due to the lack of a compelling foundation.
The episode begins with Chise inquiring about Elias' intentions when he first explained that she would become his bride. However, their conversation is interrupted by the school bell, delaying the answer to her question. Later, Chise learns about Alice's relationship with Renfred, who sees Alice as a daughter he has raised and protected, not just a subordinate.
Alice, feeling she hasn’t been as useful to Renfred as she thought, spends the night with Chise. During their talk, Alice reveals that Renfred lost his arm while defending her from Joseph. Elias, reflecting on his earlier behavior, admits that he initially thought having Chise as both an apprentice and a bride would be a practical solution. But now, he realizes he doesn’t want her to leave him.
Alice confronts Renfred about their relationship, making it clear that she doesn’t see him as a father figure. She expresses her desire to protect him, but Renfred insists that it’s his duty as the adult to protect her. The episode ends with mysterious figures retrieving an unknown object from a drawer in the college’s basement.
This episode stands out for its slower pace, focusing on character development and dialogue rather than advancing the plot. While the growth of relationships and characters is evident, the plot seems to stagnate, leading to a decline in momentum and tension. The direction of the season remains uncertain, and the buildup toward a possible revelation through mysterious moments at the end of episodes might not be as effective as intended due to the lack of a compelling foundation.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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