I think the like “getting Claire to open up” angle would work better if it weren’t paired with clear sexual harassment from Rei. Like the staring at her while she dresses and bathed and stuff doesn’t read playful it reads inappropriate
I like that Ayaka knows something doesn’t feel right, that’s much more aware than a lot of MCs. And sora is clearly not satisfied with the artificial distance she’s creating, she just needs to make the last big push into the unknown of being honest about her feelings.
I love HIBIKI but she’s doing the classic “I think I know better than you what you need so I’m pushing you toward it” thing which is never a great behavior. Stopping and listening will save everyone hurt in the long run