What's wrong with a rival to make MC move his ass? This is clearly the "manga is going well so let's add lots of characters to extend the runtine" phase. Might as well make it characters that push the plot forward.
Also big ouch for Hiura on that change comment.
YOU ARE AN ABSOLUTE TREASURE
This was my most anticipated series since chapter 1 was translated and you deliver daily chapters. Thank you so much.
Just remember to not burn yourself out, I need this in my life.