Ep 12. There's No Such Thing As a Chance Encounter

There's No Such Thing as a Chance Encounter is the twelfth episode of the first season of Junjo Romantica, a popular Japanese anime series. This episode focuses on the relationship between Misaki Takahashi and Akihiko Usami, specifically how deep they've fallen for each other.

The episode begins with Misaki heading to Akihiko's apartment to return a book he lent her. When she gets there, she notices that the door is slightly open, and she peeks inside to find an unexpected sight. Akihiko is embracing a woman, and it appears as though they're kissing. Misaki is devastated and runs away, thinking that everything she believed about Akihiko and their relationship was a complete lie.

As it turns out, the woman in question is actually Akihiko's editor, whom he has known for a long time. They were working together on a project, and Misaki's misunderstanding causes quite a bit of chaos. Akihiko tries to explain to Misaki that there was nothing romantic going on between him and his editor, but she refuses to listen to him, feeling as though she can't trust him anymore.

Meanwhile, Akihiko's editor Yuri is determined to help him and Misaki get back on good terms. She realizes that Misaki is very important to Akihiko, and she thinks that their relationship has the potential to be something truly special. She encourages Misaki to give Akihiko another chance and to believe in the love that they share.

In the end, Misaki returns to Akihiko's apartment, and they have a heartfelt conversation about their feelings for each other. Akihiko apologizes for allowing her to feel hurt, and he promises to be more open and honest with her in the future. Misaki admits that she still has reservations about the situation, but she wants to work things out with him and try to rebuild their relationship.

There's No Such Thing as a Chance Encounter is a poignant episode that showcases the delicate intricacies of relationships. It highlights how easily misunderstandings can occur, but also emphasizes the importance of trust and communication. Ultimately, it's a heartwarming story about two people who are deeply in love, and are willing to do whatever it takes to make their relationship work.