Thank God! After so long, we're finally back to the main storyline, LOL! Kidding aside, I have mixed feelings about this development. It's pretty good and feels very natural, but to be honest, I prefer Shinomiya or Sasaki over Aika at this point. From the earlier episodes until now, all she's done is reject him. Their development has been pretty mediocre too. They do talk, yes, but that's about it!