holy shit, what a finale, Miku is amazed by how Nino is so quick to go all out with Futaro and thinks she doesn't stand a chance with Ichika being all social and popular. This is actually Miku's chance, Ichika is out of this war because she did Miku dirty and Futaro ended up losing trust in Ichika. Miku deserves to slap Ichika for what she did, ruining Miku's plans and self confidence. Its mostly Ichika's fault, although Miku tried to delay her confession by trying to score highest on an exam or bake very good bread for Futaro. At least Nino believes in a fair rivalry in this quintuplet war, and gives her some tough love while reminding Miku that she is cute too. A flashback to Miku cutting Nino's hair and calling her cute was nice to see.
The moment I've been waiting for, Futaro sees through Ichika's disguise, and confirms his suspicions of Ichika being disguised as Miku back in the school hallway. Get owned Ichika, shame on you. Ichika got what she deserved. Futaro taking the W. All the quintuplets decide to leave things to luck when picking the elective course for the school trip, where one of them will be lucky to meet with Futaro. Turns out Ichika overheard which course Futaro was going to take, but swapped places with Miku as a way to make things right. I can at least respect that, but Ichika's foolish game of disguise was still terrible and unfair, which is why she is now worst girl. Futaro's memory of playing cards with one of the girls was really Ichika, she was really there, but doubts Futaro would believe her because of her lies and her unfair plan to get in Miku's way.
Now, Miku can finally spend time with Futaro, she was shy at first but they eventually had a great time. The other quintuplets followed the two to look out for them and make sure things are alright. Miku is so nice in her kimono. Nino came out with a surprise hug to Futaro to remind him she isn't going to easily give Miku to him, then moves away. Futaro falls to his knees, which led Miku to fall into the fountain, leaving Miku happy.
Funny how that sexy underwear Itsuki bought is coming in clutch for Miku after falling into the water lol. The quintuplets also brought the bread Miku made and Ichika sneakily puts it next to her on the bench, leaving Miku surprised thinking she forgot to bring it, but Futaro wastes no time trying it. He actually likes it and appreciates how Miku worked hard on it, which is so sweet of him. Miku W!!! Futaro talks about how his mom baked bread everyday until she died but didn't want to talk that much until Miku begged him to tell her more and wanted to learn more about him while wanting him to learn about her. Miku pointing at Futaro after pointing at the historical buildings she loves was so cute.
Ichika and the other quintuplets realize how dragging each other down and fighting isn't getting them anywhere and they shouldn't be acting like enemies to each other. Miku messing with Futaro and pointing to the hiding quintuplets that she loved was quite funny. Finally, after Ichika apologzied to the other sisters, she finally apologizes to Miku and reconcile. Ichika wasn't quite done with Futaro, she not only apologized but went in to kiss his cheek. I think that was the first kiss Futaro got from one of the quintuplets, or maybe it was Nino first, who blew a kiss from afar while she was starting work at the cake shop Futaro worked at. However, we get closure for episode 8's ending, OH MY GOD. Itsuki jumped at Futaro trying to lean in for a kiss, with Futaro falling and grabbing the rope, ringing the bell as Itsuki fell on top of him and presumably connecting that kiss. SURELY MY THEORY WILL BE TRUE, ITSUKI X FUTARO FOR THE WIN?
Rating for the series is a 9/10. Ranking for each girl (Itsuki and Miku best girls, with Itsuki being my main):
1. Itsuki
1. Miku
3. Yotsuba
4. Nino
5. Ichika |