Ayanokōji reaffirms his cold philosophy—that all people are merely tools to be used for his victory. His frustration (or lack thereof) during the fight serves as a psychological "chore" rather than a struggle.
The "true" antagonist and someone from Ayanokōji's past begins to move more overtly. YoukosoJitsuryoku2Ep12SD23:40 Min
At roughly the , the episode transitions into its final moments following the brutal rooftop confrontation between Kiyotaka Ayanokōji and Kakeru Ryūen . Key Highlights of Episode 12 showing zero emotion while doing so.
After Ryūen holds Kei Karuizawa hostage to lure out "X," Ayanokōji reveals himself. Unlike a typical shonen protagonist, he doesn't win through the "power of friendship"; he systematically breaks Ryūen physically and mentally, showing zero emotion while doing so. YoukosoJitsuryoku2Ep12SD23:40 Min