His friend Koiwai is aggressively pursuing Moriko, and Sakurai is forced to watch from the sidelines.
(Lily in-game) finds himself in a difficult spot.
The episode hints at how other guild members manage their "real vs. online" lives, providing a backdrop for Moriko's own struggle to balance the two.
Watch this review to see how the series balances character-driven growth with the relatability of online gaming culture: Made a video/Review of Recovery of an MMO Junkie : r/anime TheJackMage Reddit• Jan 29, 2018 Key Takeaway
If you'd like to dive deeper into the series, tell me if you want: A Details on the main characters' past MMO history A comparison between the anime and the original manga