"You speak very highly of her," Kaya noticed. "I can tell that you admire her quite a bit too. I know that most people would probably overlook her because Negi is the one who can do magic, but Asuna is pretty amazing in her own way."

She shrugged. "Of course, Negi is dating Sasami, isn't he? So it isn't as if Asuna is WITH him in that way."

Now why would you possibly mention that, Kaya?