It’s like watching a coin land on its edge instead of heads or tails—never thought The Duke of Death and His Maid would pull off that twist with Alice’s confession. The way she finally took charge flipped the whole “untouchable love” thing on its head, and it actually made the Duke’s reaction even more intense. Meanwhile, Rob’s failed attempt at baking a cake in the background was hilarious, especially with Viola teasing him. If romance anime start embracing this kind of emotional duality—mixing heavy longing with playful moments—it could really shake up the genre. Maybe the curse is more than just magic. maybe it’s a metaphor for emotional barriers in relationships. I’m hyped to see if the next episodes keep balancing heartbreak and comedy like a tightrope walker with a bouquet. What do you all think—could this change how romance stories are told?