People always hate change, and always think that their generation is better than the previous or the future generation.
It is a human thing and unavoidable, so just accept it and move on.
Have a nice day.
This is actually pretty close to real life. People tend to get closer to those who met on daily basis. Eiji is a gentlemen so he's being upfront with Rin about his college life, but on the long run? Eiji and Rin need to work hard for their future.
Really eye-opening chapter.