Ep 3. 3rd Life: A Long Monochromatic Night

In Happy Sugar Life season 1 episode 3 titled "3rd Life: A Long Monochromatic Night," the story follows Satou Matsuzaka, a seemingly normal high school girl who has fallen in love with a young girl named Shio. Satou continues to go to great lengths to protect and keep Shio by her side, even if that means breaking the law.

As the episode begins, Satou is starting her new job at a popular cafe. She bonds with her co-worker, a young woman named Shouko Hida, who expresses her own love for the cafe's confections. However, Shouko becomes unsettled by Satou's intense gaze and strange behavior. At the end of their shift, Satou convinces Shouko to come to her apartment to try some homemade sweets.

Once inside, Satou reveals her true intentions for inviting Shouko over: she believes that Shouko is in love with her and demands a confession. Shouko is surprised and frightened by Satou's sudden outburst and tries to leave, but Satou locks the door. The episode takes a dark turn as Satou escalates her obsession over Shouko, leading to a disturbing and violent ending.

Meanwhile, Shio is at home alone, feeling neglected by Satou's absence. She is delighted when a friendly neighbor, Asahi, stops by to check on her. As the two bond over their shared pain and loneliness, Shio begins to confide in Asahi. However, it becomes clear that Asahi may not be the safe haven that Shio desperately needs.

Throughout the episode, there are also glimpses into Satou's past, revealing more about her troubled upbringing and how it has led to her current obsessive behavior. As her actions become increasingly erratic, it is clear that Satou's grip on reality is tenuous at best.

Overall, Happy Sugar Life season 1 episode 3 delivers a disturbing and unsettling exploration of obsession and the lengths that people will go to in order to protect those they love. The episode introduces new characters and brings deeper insight into the main character, Satou, and her troubled past. It is a must-watch for fans of psychological thrillers and those interested in exploring the darker side of human nature.