Steven discusses Mave-chan and seems more pleased than I was. Although, partially the difference with my dissatisfaction was based on different perceptions. I thought that Rei did have enough time to escape in the end, and made a conscious decision to stay, which is completely different from heroically throwing away a chance to return for the sake of the girls (it was there only before, when they did not know if he'd make it). Anyway, he's got screencaps and spoilers for those who're interested.