Episode 6 successfully humanizes the "Childhood Friend" archetype. It forces the audience (and Anzu) to realize that these "targets" are actual people with histories and feelings, not just pawns in Riri’s game.
The childhood friend finally gets some solo time with Anzu at a family restaurant. Romantic Killer - Episode 6
We see a glimpse of Junta’s past—from a chubby kid to the "hot" baseball star he is now. Romantic Killer - Episode 6