Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5: Yuki's teasing and Alya's worry affect Masachika's life

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5, titled Different People, Common Undercurrent, was released on July 31, 2024, on Tokyo MX and other channels in Japan. The episode saw Masachika Kuze tell Yuki Suou his intentions to make Alya the next student council president.

The boy was surprised as Yuki didn't react the way he expected. Besides that, Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5 saw Alya worried about Masachika, who didn't behave the way he usually does. Overall, the episode focused more on fan service and character development than plot progression.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5: Masachika reveals to Yuki his decision to make Alya the president

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Picking up the events from the previous installment, Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5 begins with Masachika Kuze returning home while mulling over the conversation he had with Alya. He feels embarrassed while recalling that he promised Alya to stay by her side.

At the same time, he remembers Alya confessing to him in Russian. He wonders whether she was serious. Consequently, Masachika questions himself, whether Alya has been flirting with him in Russian all this while.

However, he quickly brushes off the thought, thinking she may have gotten caught up in that moment and blurted those words out. The boy then remembers his parents fighting, and feels that he shouldn't dabble much in something as flimsy as "love."

Masachika and Yuki (Image via Doga Kobo)

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5 then cuts to Masachika returning home. He opens the door and confronts his sister, Yuki Suou clad in a bathing towel. Masachika figures out that Yuki set it up to play out a typical "walking in on her changing" scene from anime and manga.

However, the girl's plan fails, as Masachika feels it's meaningless. Later in Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian, Yuki Suou dries her wet hair in Masachika's room. She asks him whether he has joined the student council.

Yuki throws tantrums in episode 5 (Image via Doga Kobo)

Masachika Kuze then confesses to Yuki that although he has joined the student council as a member, he plans to push for Alya to become the next student council president. To Masachika's bewilderment, Yuki acts like a child rather than being depressed.

She feels Alya has taken his brother away from her with her bewitching looks and appearance. The narrative for Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5 then shows Yuki Suou teasing Masachika, reminding him about an embarrassing and bold moment she shared with him in childhood.

Yuki looks at Masachika (Image via Doga Kobo)

She also asks her brother to brush her hair. Yuki is slightly intrigued by the "Sibling rivalry" she will have with the boy in the student council. While brushing her hair, Masachika assures Yuki that it's not like he hates her. Yuki Suou knows that her brother deeply loves her.

After exiting his room, Yuki reveals her actual emotions. While she is glad that Masachika has found someone who could motivate him, she's slightly depressed that it's not her. That said, she refuses to lose.

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5: Alya becomes worried about Masachika's unusual behavior

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The narrative for Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5 switches the location to Seirei High School, where Alya tries her best to act normal in front of Masachika. However, she discovers that the boy isn't like his usual self.

Not only did he not forget to do his homework, but he also didn't appear sleep-deprived. Alya finds it slightly appealing and wonders whether Masachika is truly putting efforts into changing his lifestyle for her.

Alya, as seen worried in the episode (Image via Doga Kobo)

The scene changes to the school's playing area, where Masachika passes out after getting hit by a volleyball. Later, Alya meets him outside and asks him about his condition.

She checks the boy's temperature to see whether he has a fever. On the other hand, Masachika becomes slightly embarrassed to see Alya up close. To make matters worse, he suddenly recalls Yuki commenting on Alya's bodily appearance.

Alya, as seen drinking water (Image via Doga Kobo)

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5 then shows Alya fixing her hair, the sight of which leaves Masachika in a tough spot. He is overwhelmed by the silver-haired girl's beauty.

Masachika also finds Alya's way of drinking water from a tap appealing. He then splashes water on his head to cool off his embarrassing thoughts. Following that, Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5 shows Maria greeting Masachika.

Masha, as seen in the episode (Image via Doga Kobo)

Seeing the boy soaked, she uses her towel to dry off the boy's hair. Masachika likens the experience to being a "dog." Maria catches on to his thoughts and says that a naughty dog may have its own charms.

Later, Alya asks Masachika whether he is hurt. She finally confesses that she thinks the boy hasn't been his usual self the whole day. Masachika then tells Alya that it's because he skipped his breakfast. Undoubtedly, the revelation irks Alya and she becomes angry at Masachika.

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5: Chisaki Sarashina is introduced

Sarashina, as seen in Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5 (Image via Doga Kobo)

In the classroom, Masachika Kuze asks Alya whether she would like to go to the Student Council together. However, the girl doesn't answer her and goes off alone. Masachiak feels he has crossed his line. Suddenly, they notice the members of the baseball and football club apologizing to someone in the Student Council.

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5 then shows Chisaki Sarashina, the vice president of Seirei High's Student Council. It is revealed that people used to call her the "boss" due to her rowdy nature.

Kenzaki and Sarashina in the episode (Image via Doga Kobo)

Moreover, she's known for resorting to "mild violence" to fix matters. The episode shows a lovely moment between Kenzaki and Sarashina, as they exude the vibe of a couple.

After a while, Yuki Suou appears. Kenzaki then commences the Student Council meeting. Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian episode 5 ends with Masachika Kuze formally introducing himself and stating his purpose, which is to be the running mate of Alya in the presidential election.