Normally I would throw a fit about the slow down in progression. But given that she herself kinda put him in an emotional stand off previously, I like that he's trying to adjust to be considerate of her.
I do however, want to see her take the next step. Because she's interested, no doubt, and she knows she has not helped the situation previously.
I do feel bad for the other girl, but that's how it plays out sometimes. I don't see MC going out with her without some major interventions and a major fuck up on Yoriko's part. Oh who am I kidding, that's totally going to happen 🤣