: After struggling with her growing feelings, Shizuku honestly confesses to Haru that she has fallen in love with him.
: Critics often highlight the refreshing lack of "will-they-won't-they" games, as both leads are unusually blunt about their feelings compared to other shoujo protagonists. Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun Episode 3
: Many viewers appreciated Haru’s shift from a simple "goofball" to a more perceptive and complicated character in this episode. : After struggling with her growing feelings, Shizuku
: 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 Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun Episode 3