Rikyu is annoying and I wish he can be MORE annoying in the sense actually have visual gags that makes him funny. And after half of the season, Aoi's "discerning eyes" finally play a role in the narrative that makes her shine instead of simply an observer to Holmes. The appraising method sounds more like a vibe check than anything. But it is one of the most emotional episode and explore the different dynamics Holmes have with the people around him.