: In a surprising twist, Haru responds that while he loves her, his feelings might be "different" from hers, creating a complex emotional gap between them.
: Haru, Asako, and Sasayan get permission to keep their rooster, Nagoya, at school. They build a chicken coop with the help of Haru’s "punk" friends, showing a rare moment of cooperation and social bonding for Haru. Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun Episode 3
: The episode ends on a tense note when Haru receives a text that Yuzan (his brother) is coming to see him. Haru’s visible fear and his request to sleep at Shizuku’s house to hide from him introduce the first real "drama" regarding his past. Critical Reception : In a surprising twist, Haru responds that
: Some retrospective reviews point out that Haru’s impulsive and sometimes aggressive behavior (seen in earlier episodes and continued here) can be a "red flag" for some viewers. My Little Monster Episode 3 - The Glorio Blog : The episode ends on a tense note
: Many viewers appreciated Haru’s shift from a simple "goofball" to a more perceptive and complicated character in this episode.