[Mesnick]

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Originally Posted by DreadBringer

Regarding you liking Reika's antics here while not for ep. 48, are you viewing her idolizing Ryoga separately as her irritating jealousy to others who interact with him? Because I do think that the infuritation comes from how much she adores him, she'd keep the most precious thing to her away from others. Unless you're thinking that only the adoring part can be done without that jealousy (but Reika's a jerk so, not a decent person like Juka Tendou, the irritating jealousy is expected).

The reason for Reika's disgusting behavior is not her jealousy of her brother (it is rather a consequence), but that she idolizes him and tries to be him. Hence the sudden outbursts of emotions, both negative (with Sophia) and positive (with Magine). Ryoga is not emotional by nature, while Reika tries to be like him, crushing her true nature. Well, the consequences have to be reaped by those who were unsuccessfully nearby.