The inaugural season of the highly anticipated anime series, “May I Ask for One Final Thing?” (最後にひとつだけお願いしてもよろしいでしょうか), officially concluded its 13-episode run on December 20, 2025, delivering a “punch-first, character-driven conclusion” that left viewers with a mix of satisfaction and anticipation for what’s next. The anime, produced by LIDENFILMS Kyoto Studio, premiered on October 3, 2025, and has been streamed globally by Crunchyroll.
Scarlet’s Ultimate Showdown: Unmasking Terenezza and a Goddess’s Plot
The season finale, Episode 13, plunged protagonist Scarlet El Vandimion into her most significant confrontation yet, as she and her allies finally reached Terenezza’s hidden base. The episode escalated the series’ core conflict, revealing Terenezza not just as a manipulative rival but as a reincarnated individual from Earth, empowered and controlled by the goddess Palmia.
The climactic battle saw Scarlet facing significant emotional and physical challenges, including overcoming a mind-controlled Prince Julius. True to the series’ action-packed nature, Scarlet ultimately defeated Terenezza with her signature fisticuffs, delivering a decisive blow that sent her adversary soaring into the sky. The resolution highlighted Scarlet’s evolution beyond her initial quest for revenge, emphasizing her choice to fight and her growth in navigating complex emotional landscapes and alliances.
Character Development and Thematic Undertones in the Finale
While the finale brought the immediate conflict with Terenezza to a head, reviewers noted that the episode primarily served to confirm Scarlet’s solidified identity and her role beyond mere retribution. Her journey, which began with her fiancé Prince Kyle’s cruel public annulment of their engagement and false accusations, saw Scarlet unleash a repressed, powerful personality, leading her to violently confront corrupt nobles. The finale underscored that Scarlet now fights on her own terms, rather than solely to clear her name or regain status.
The episode also explored the theme that power reveals, rather than changes, one’s true character, exemplified by Julius’s actions even under influence. The ending maintained the show’s characteristic blend of chaotic action, aggressive comedy, and moments of genuine emotional payoff, with the English dub particularly praised for its impactful dialogue and Scarlet’s memorable lines.
Looking Ahead: Prospects for a Second Season
Despite providing a definitive conclusion to the season’s primary arc, the finale of “May I Ask for One Final Thing?” left the world open, hinting at potential future conflicts and broader narratives for Scarlet. The series’ overarching plot, which often balanced its comedic elements with attempts at a thrilling fantasy story, garnered mixed feedback, with some critics suggesting that while characters remained entertaining, the larger intrigue could have been more developed.
Nevertheless, the strong character-driven conclusion and the enduring popularity of the light novel and manga series, upon which the anime is based, fuel speculation for a second season. Fans are eager to see if Scarlet’s adventures against corrupt forces will continue, building on the foundation laid by this impactful first season.
