Besides, even if Shokuhou Misaki could accept being an idol, would she really be okay with seeing herself getting all touchy-feely with other girls...?
It felt like a recipe for a wrecked relationship and a bad ending.
Lacus or Kira seemed alright too, but... they weren't suitable either. Besides, there was still the CE era and its later plotlines!
Other than that, Asuna couldn't find anyone suitable.
So, for the position of "assistant," Asuna really had no good ideas for the moment.
"Stage, do you have anyone suitable in mind?"
Asuna simply sought Stage's advice.
[Suggestion: Post a recruitment notice]
"Then... let's give it a try. But there's no need to deliberately look for someone. We'll just let fate decide."
All along, Asuna had felt that Stage basically served as her assistant.
But now, it seemed better to have a professional.
Still, she wouldn't force it. If they could recruit someone, they would continue recruiting. If not, then so be it.
[4. Independent OVA Filming Opportunity]
Another OVA.
However, Asuna didn't think Sword Art Online had any OVA worth filming.
She herself was the "female lead." OVAs from other sets could let her temporarily take the leading role, but an OVA here would not help her much.
The same reward could have vastly different value depending on the set.
Still, having such a reward was better than having none.
An extra episode would be perfect for building up some popularity.
After looking over the rewards, Asuna turned her attention back to reality.
After Smiling Coffin had been eliminated here, the academy had become the players' base.
And the weather around the school had been getting better and better.
"I never expected this place to need repairs. It's going to cost quite a bit."
Heathcliff walked over.
"Guild leader."
Asuna was