I do think this shouldn't be in the "Sad truth about Gensokyo Pool" because despite the connotations, Rinnosuke showing some fondness, more so than the other girls seen. Also he was interrupted before he could get the root of the matter.
...Eh?Why are you so surprised? We get along so well! I think it's perfectly reasonable to call us friends at this point.I'll get some more tea. You want some too, right, Satori?Rinnosuke!!Didn't I tell you to close the store and take the day off today?You are a dear friend of mine.I insist. After all...Yes, but... Um... By "friends", do you mean...