Some critics from Moe Sucks and Reddit argue the episode is "textbook emotional abuse," finding Erika's persistent devotion to Kyouya after such cruelty to be "pathetic" or "misogynistic".
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. Ookami Shoujo to Kuro Ouji Episode 5
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. Some critics from Moe Sucks and Reddit argue
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 Erika’s rare moment of standing up for herself—throwing
Watch this breakdown to see how the reconciliation at the end of the episode leaves a lasting impression on viewers: