Honestly, the mention that Ori used to take Tamon under his wing and, of course, became extremely salty after Tamon won the center position seems fitting. Of course Uta won’t ever change allegiance from Tamon. Though Ori is quite possessive, as the more Uta resists, the more he will come back. Though this volume showcased that Tamon himself really has attached himself to Uta. It is not a healthy manner. As he goes over the top to prepare for the competition to be the “Next Face”.
Although for Uta it is interesting because she has been in close contact with Uta. It is clear there is a transition for her in the manner that she isn’t simply an idol fan for Tamon. She is Tamon’s rock and probably never wanted that, but it is where we are. We see her being afraid that Tamon would lose, and that happens because she has been around him. Of course her faith in her idol is unmatched from seeing all the work Tamon did. Tamon’s behavior is a bit worrying, though. When will she realize she is not simply just a fan for her idol? How she will figure things out with Tamon will be interesting.
We are introduced to Keito who is the “New Face” and the oldest member of the group. Though his personality, much like Ori is a bit twisted. I would expect Uta will run into him given the nature of this series eventually.