rare ship alert. I'm on board with nico/kotori, why the heck not.
Also in the context of this story i suppose i'm fine with a guy being involved because it fits the narrative without forcing readers to witness the actual relationship with a faceless male. Especially in a series known for having one (1) somewhat notable male character (being honoka's father, whose face we never even see, and who supports his daughter and her (girl)friends and dreams and he was great ok).