The finale of I’m Getting Married to the Girl I Hate in My Class, episode 12, aired on March 21, 2025. This climactic installment showcased Himari courageously expressing her feelings for Saito with a heartfelt kiss, while also revealing the depth of Akane’s feelings for him, suggesting she may have harbored a crush since their childhood.
Notably, an image capturing the moment of Himari and Saito’s kiss quickly surfaced online, prompting Akane to confront Himari about her emotions. Both friends, however, expressed their reluctance to jeopardize their friendship over Saito, leading to a fierce rivalry as they both vied for his affection in the series’ dramatic conclusion.
Disclaimer: This article includes potential spoilers from the anime series.
Episode 12 Recap: Unraveling Backstories as Love Triangles Emerge
Episode 12, titled “I’m Getting Married to the Guy I Hate in My Class,” opened in Saito’s bedroom, where Akane playfully observed him, though he sought an explanation for her behavior that she refused to give. Their day off led them to watch a movie together, but the situation escalated when Himari texted Saito, teasing the already charged atmosphere as Akane couldn’t help but mock Saito’s connection with her.
As the episode progressed, a flashback revealed a childhood connection between Akane and Saito during a Hojo clan event, highlighting Akane’s anticipation of their reunion. However, Saito’s failure to remember her in high school left Akane feeling neglected and frustrated.
The scene then transitioned to Himari, waiting outside a mall where she was approached by a group of boys. Just in time, Saito arrived to fend them off, which elated Himari, prompting her to kiss him unexpectedly. Saito was taken aback by the sudden surge of affection from her.
The following day depicted Saito in a daze while seated on a bench, which caught the attention of his friends Maho and Shisei. Himari soon approached him to apologize, reiterating her commitment to express her feelings boldly in the future.
Amidst the brewing tension, the viral photo of Saito kissing Himari came to Akane’s attention, prompting her to confront Himari post-school. This confrontation led to an emotional exchange, where Himari sought clarity on why Akane felt possessive over Saito.
When they met later in the park, a heartfelt confession from Akane laid bare her feelings for Saito, asking Himari to step back. In turn, Himari voiced her frustrations about how Akane’s grandmother had influenced their fateful connections to Saito.
As both girls calmed down, they recognized their friendship’s value over their feelings for Saito. Nevertheless, Akane insisted that it wouldn’t be easy for Himari to win his heart, resulting in a declared rivalry. The next day, as their friends gathered, Shisei alluded to Saito’s prior romantic experiences, stirring curiosity but leading to an ambiguous reveal as Shisei cleverly avoided disclosing the details of Saito’s first kiss.