Ep 2. I'm here for that warmth

Scum's Wish season 1 episode 2, "I'm Here for That Warmth," delves deeper into the complex relationships between the show's main characters. The episode opens with Hanabi trying to navigate her feelings for Mugi, her childhood friend and unrequited love, and Narumi, her teacher who she's agreed to use as a physical replacement for Mugi.

As Hanabi spends more time with Narumi, she finds herself struggling to truly connect with him. She realizes that the physical relationship they have is only a surface level comfort, and not the true warmth and intimacy she craves. Meanwhile, Mugi struggles with his own feelings towards Hanabi and his guilt for using Akane, a popular girl at school who he's been using as a physical replacement for Hanabi.

As the episode goes on, Hanabi and Narumi's relationship becomes more strained as they both attempt to pursue their own selfish desires. Hanabi begins to feel more isolated and alone than ever before, despite having Narumi and Mugi in her life.

The episode is a meditation on the complexities of desire, and the lengths that people will go to in order to be close to someone, even if that closeness is only a shallow approximation of what they truly want. It's a powerful and emotionally charged episode that establishes Scum's Wish as a show that is willing to explore dark and taboo themes with nuance and empathy.

Overall, "I'm Here for That Warmth" is a fantastic continuation of the story that began in the show's first episode. It delves deeper into the psychology of its characters, and explores the complex ways in which desire can manifest itself. It's a great watch for anyone who enjoys shows that are willing to take risks and explore themes that are often considered taboo.