@NotLazy Well I bet there is a big reason why the characters are developed so heavily.
I think the boxer dude was long overdue for some context cuz we haven't seen him in like 7 chapters? I'm happy we got to see him, so please do think about the bigger picture here
Hasegi's losing streak has been ended as well which was an important part of her character development and she's one of my favorite characters so I'm happy to have seen her fight.
This arc is kind of characteristic of shounens. You have side characters fighting and then you have the big boss. Think of pretty much every arc of One Piece x)
It would be terribly anti-climactic if we didn't see any fights and just rushed through towards the chairman fight. I think the pacing as of now is just fine.
I understand not everyone loves mysteries but the hype must be maintained 3
have faith in the author. I'm sure you'll love what is to come.