Ep 20. I Love You, Ranma! Please Don't Say Goodbye

I Love You, Ranma! Please Don't Say Goodbye is the twentieth episode of the first season of the anime series Ranma 1/2. The episode begins with Ranma's female form, Ranma-chan, receiving a love letter from a mystery person. Ranma-chan is flattered by the letter, but soon discovers it was written by Ukyo, a girl who has a crush on his male form, Ranma.

When Ranma confronts Ukyo about the letter, she reveals her feelings for him and tries to convince him to go out with her instead of his fiancée, Akane. However, Ranma is not interested in Ukyo and only has eyes for Akane.

Meanwhile, the scheming Tatewaki Kuno, who is also in love with Akane, overhears Ukyo's confession to Ranma and decides to use it to his advantage. He tricks Ukyo into fighting Akane for Ranma's affection, leading to a showdown between the two girls.

As the battle begins, Ranma tries to stop them and explains that he loves Akane, but Ukyo refuses to back down. Ranma is left to watch as the two girls fight over him, unsure of what to do.

In the end, Ranma's words finally reach Ukyo, and she realizes that she has been foolish to chase after someone who does not return her affections. She gracefully bows out of the competition for Ranma's love, accepting that he only has eyes for Akane.

The episode ends with a touching moment between Ranma and Akane as they reaffirm their love for each other. Ranma realizes how lucky he is to have Akane in his life and promises to always be there for her.

Overall, I Love You, Ranma! Please Don't Say Goodbye is a heartwarming episode that explores the themes of unrequited love and self-discovery. The relationship between Ranma and Akane continues to be a focal point of the show, and the addition of Ukyo's character creates an interesting dynamic that adds to the drama. The episode also features some great fight scenes and comedic moments, making it a well-rounded and enjoyable watch.