Ep 8. Tea and Distance

Inu X Boku Secret Service season 1 episode 8, "Tea and Distance," follows the daily routine of the residents of the Maison de Ayakashi as they continue to go about their lives. Ririchiyo and Soushi prepare to share tea, but while she is distracted, he takes the opportunity to make an important request. Meanwhile, the others go about their duties. Zange and Kagerou fulfill their duties as guardians, but the former must confront the challenges of her past. Meanwhile, Nobara is eager to find an opportunity to confess her feelings to Banri, but she struggles to find the right moment.

As the day progresses, Ririchiyo and Soushi continue their conversation, discussing his past and the distance that separates them. The two continue to struggle to communicate their emotions with one another, and tensions begin to rise. Meanwhile, Kagerou finds himself embroiled in a dangerous battle with a powerful ayakashi, and he must call on all of his strength to prevail. However, as the dust clears, secrets are revealed that threaten to upend the existing order of the Maison de Ayakashi.

As the sun sets over the Maison, the residents gather in the garden for dinner. Ririchiyo and Soushi share a conversation, and the two take tentative steps towards admitting their feelings for one another. Meanwhile, the others reflect on the events of the day. Kagerou, humbled by his battle, begins to re-evaluate his place in the Maison, and Nobara ponders the nature of her feelings for Banri. As the night wears on, the residents come to realize that the challenges of the Maison de Ayakashi are far from over – and that their relationships with one another will be critical to their success in the challenges to come.

Inu X Boku Secret Service season 1 episode 8 is a character-driven episode that explores the inner lives of the show's diverse cast of characters. While there is action and drama to be found, the episode is primarily focused on character development, exploring the personalities and motivations of the show's various protagonists. As a result, the episode is a rewarding watch for fans who are invested in the characters and their struggles. "Tea and Distance" is a strong entry in the series overall, offering a compelling mix of humor, emotion, and action that will keep viewers engaged from start to finish.