I got really pissed with how his friends behaved. They selfishly held expectations, then selfishly reacted in such a way that they knew would hurt Oreki. Oreki never wanted to be considered special (even if he is), but they made him out to be, then when their expectations are not met, they all act as if he let them down.

While I am not a fan of the manipulative bitch, I am more disgusted at the other characters right now. I particularly disliked how they tried to be sensitive and approached him one by one with disappointment written all over their face (a testament to the amazing art in this show). One can argue that it is because they are friends that they are honest with him, but honesty can be expressed much better. They don't have to speak and look like they are blaming and patronizing him for making a mistake.

The "If you really think so, then I can tolerate it" parts of the dialog made me want to punch each of them in the face. The only thing that hurts more than criticism is pity.