This one is on Renpy (the engine), I'm afraid. As far as I know, it only happens if you skip during the popup and keep skipping. Rolling back to the point when you got the notification and waiting for a little (2 seconds in Star Periphery) should generally clear it up.
About the captain, you'll see in the future! And thank you for the feedback; I really appreciate it!
Hey, thank you!
Not all of them, but some girls will get one (optional, of course).
Oh, she will ask you for neighborly help at some point, don't worry!
Here is a bit more of the old concept Ginny!