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I'm glad saeki was able to redeem himself properly. He finally rejected the girl upfront and confessed his feelings while acknowledging his shitty actions and apologizing for them. In a way, they both grew up throughout the story. :)
Yes, it has misunderstanding and miscommunication that we're all so tired of, but I wouldn't say they're unnecessary at all. It's given from how the author portrayed their individual disposition and experiences, so it's not surprising that they're awkward and can't express their feelings (at first).