>>2822049I never said she was in love with Kaji. I think she had a crush on him, though. You can find people attractive without being in love, or even loving them. I do think you're right, it made her feel more adult - more in control of her own life.
I just like the idea of her being happy and Mari is so upbeat, so it makes me smile a bit to imagine that.
I agree that she (nor any of the pilots) will ever be officially paired because the fans would lose their fuckin' heads over it!