Ep. 1: Ushio encounters Asako and argues with her before the decisive battle with Hakumen

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Ushio feels anxious about the upcoming decisive battle against Hakumen. While walking home from school, he runs into Asako. As usual, the two end up arguing with each other during this encounter. The interaction highlights Ushio's tension regarding the conflict ahead, while his relationship with Asako remains fraught with their typical disagreements. This scene occurs on his daily commute, serving as a moment of personal friction amidst the looming threat. The narrative focuses on these immediate interpersonal dynamics rather than the battle itself, capturing the character's internal state through his interactions with Asako on the way home.