Reviewers generally describe the episode as a slice-of-life entry compared to the rest of the series. While it is praised for its humorous character beats and Ririchiyo's development, some found the singular focus on "asking for tea" to be too thin on plot for a late-season episode. inu x boku ss episode 8 review - xanaanimereview
: She repeatedly chickens out, leading to several comedic scenes where she prepares coffee perfectly but fails to actually ask him to join her. Inu x Boku SS Episode 8
: The episode offers a brief, cryptic glimpse into Soushi's past, suggesting a complicated or perhaps "bad" relationship with a former client, hinting at darker plot elements to come. Critical Reception Reviewers generally describe the episode as a slice-of-life