He immediately reveals it was all a lie to mock her gullibility, referring to her feelings as a "monkey show".
Other fans on RABUJOI highlight the episode's speed, noting that the show reaches significant romantic milestones much faster than typical shoujo anime. The Conclusion: A "Wolfish" Apology Ookami Shoujo to Kuro Ouji Episode 5
In a public cafe, Kyouya tells Erika everything she wants to hear—that he has actually liked her all along but was too shy to say it. He immediately reveals it was all a lie
Episode 5 of Ookami Shoujo to Kuro Ouji (Wolf Girl and Black Prince) is a high-stakes emotional turning point that many viewers found simultaneously sweet and frustratingly toxic. Episode 5 of Ookami Shoujo to Kuro Ouji
Erika’s rare moment of standing up for herself—throwing water in Kyouya's face and storming out—is often cited by reviewers as a necessary and satisfying high point. Mixed Critical Reception
Reviewers and fans are polarized on how this episode handles the central relationship.
The episode centers on Erika's desire to spend a romantic Christmas with Kyouya, which leads to a devastating fake confession.