Chapter 717: Boss Supervision: Checking the [SAO] Stand

Chapter 717: Boss Supervision: Checking the [SAO] Stand



From afar, Theo and Aurora could already see the excitement building as they approached the Kizuna Hall, where PrimCon was in full swing. Crowds bustled around, many dressed in elaborate cosplays, creating a vibrant scene of color, creativity, and fandom. It was their first time at an anime and manga convention, and the atmosphere was buzzing with energy, excitement, and anticipation.

"Do we have to wait in line to enter?" Aurora asked when she saw the huge crowd.

Theo shook his head with a slight smile. "No, we can bypass all of that. We'll enter by the staff entrance. I just need to call Rio." He pulled out his phone, scrolling for Rio's number, and dialed.

Rio told him to call her when he arrived that she would come to pick him up.

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"Yeah, but can you provide an extra pass?"

"My sister came with me."

"Really? Thank you, we'll be waiting then."

"See you."

He hung up the phone before smiling at Aurora, "Everything's arranged, we just have to wait and someone will come get us."

"Great! I can't wait!" Aurora exclaimed as she started looking at the people in cosplays around them.

Aurora was practically bouncing with excitement, her eyes sparkling as she scanned the crowd. She spotted a girl dressed as one of her favorite characters from a show she loved. "Look, Theo! That girl's dressed as Ruin! Do you think she'd let me take a picture with her?"

"Go for it," Theo laughed. "I'm sure she'd love the attention."

Aurora rushed over to the cosplayer, while Theo watched her with an amused expression. Even though they were here on business, it felt good to take in the joy of the event. He could feel the energy of the crowd, and it felt contagious.

They spent the next few minutes waiting, taking pictures with cosplayers, and marveling at the intricate costumes. It was as if they were stepping into an alternate world, filled with the characters they had seen only on screens or in the pages of manga.

It was only when there were only 5 minutes left to 9 AM, the time that gates would open for the public, that the staff member found Theo and Aurora.

the right path.

They moved closer to the VR demo area, watching fans as they strapped on headsets and dived into the virtual world. Some gasped in awe as they swung virtual swords or dodged incoming attacks, while others grinned with excitement at the immersive experience.

"That could be us," Aurora said with a laugh, watching the players with envy.

Theo chuckled. "Maybe later. For now, let's enjoy the show."

As they continued to explore the stand, Rio reappeared, holding a pair of exclusive Sword Art

Online posters. "Here, a little something for you both."

"Thanks!" Aurora exclaimed, carefully taking the poster from Rio's hands.

"These are limited-edition, by the way," Rio added with a wink. "You can't get them

anywhere else."

Theo nodded in appreciation. "You've outdone yourself with this setup, Rio. It's impressive."

"Well, we couldn't have done it without you," she replied, modestly. "It's been an exciting project, and we're just as eager to see how people react when the show finally airs."

Theo and Aurora spent a little more time exploring the various elements of the Tokyo Studios' booth, talking with staff and even taking a few more pictures with the life-sized characters. The atmosphere was electric, filled with the unmistakable energy that comes with the anticipation of something great.

"Ready to head to the next stand?" Theo asked, glancing at his watch.

Aurora nodded, tucking the limited-edition poster carefully into her bag. "Let's check out Fuji Jump's stand next. I heard they've got some cool new stuff too."

With one last look at the Tokyo Studios booth and the growing crowd of excited fans, Theo

and Aurora made their way toward the Fuji Jump Co. stand, their adventure at PrimCon just

beginning.