57th Floor, Iron, Grant.

Martin.

Sumo Tavern.

Kirito was taking a sip of wine from a wine glass.

Japanese law prohibits drinking alcohol under the age of 18, but in the virtual world of SAO, which can face death at any time, who cares about this?

After a sip, the sake here is really unexpectedly delicious.

Sumo is the god of wine in ancient Indian mythology, and the tavern opened by this NPC should be derived from this.

The price is already super high, and since the updated version of SAO, this price is even more frighteningly high.

However, at this moment, Kirito felt a heavy knock on his shoulder.

"Yo, Kiritoro-sama is because he lost the challenge, so he can only be sad and drunk here?"

The voice Kirito is very familiar, and as for the figure, it is even more familiar.

Because this guy wears a wide black cloak all year round, the identity is simply not too strong.

She is not SAO, and who is Argo, the most famous intelligence monger?

Kirito smiled, "yes, it's a miserable loss!" ”

Seeing Kirito's appearance, Argo couldn't help but look into Kirito's eyes and looked at it seriously.

This little gaze even made Kirito feel goosebumps all over his body.

"You...... What are you going to do? ”

Argo gave Kirito a blank look, "What...... Are you afraid that I will eat you? ”

Kirito is speechless.

Argo couldn't help but laugh.

Kirito, this guy, is obviously the strongest guild in the strategy group, an important cadre of the Wings of Freedom.

In the minds of lower-middle-class players, it even resembles a leader.

However, it is unexpectedly innocent!

Argo: "Alright, I won't tease you. I just took a serious look, you guy lost miserably not long ago, but he really didn't seem to take it too seriously! ”

Argo didn't lie, not long ago Kirito and Makino fought and lost really badly.

To make matters worse, the battle was quickly published in the newspapers because it was fought in public.

In SAO, where entertainment information is scarce, this is very sensational.

Especially when the guy who took the picture also used the recording crystal to capture the embarrassed figure of Kirito falling in front of Makino, it looked like Kirito was kneeling and begging for mercy.

The miserable index is even more swishing!

There are even some headlines that exaggerate and write shocking titles such as "The brave man of the second knife stream was defeated and knelt down to beg for mercy" and "Kayaba Jinghiko miscalculated again".

Kirito has become famous lately!

Facing the ridicule of his friend Argo, Kirito calmly took a sip of wine and said, "Isn't it normal for me to lose to Makino?" ”

Argo staggered.

It's the first time I've seen someone lose, and it's so justifiable!

Argo: "Don't you have a little ...... Even a little unwillingness? ”

Kirito said calmly, "Of course there is, there will definitely be unhappiness if you lose, and I'm not an NPC!" ”

Argo was even more puzzled.

"What about you...... How do you feel like you're fine? ”

Kirito put down his glass and said with emotion, "Because I really feel the hope of clearing the customs in Makino!" ”

Speaking of this, Kirito's mind couldn't help but think of the sword in Makino's hand.

It was an incredibly "heavy" sword, and it was at what time Kirito first knew that the "core" injected into Makino's sword truly understood the true root of Makino's strength.

Argo was shocked, "Hope of clearing the customs? Kirito, what do you feel? ”

Kirito shook his head, "Don't say it, maybe it won't work if you say it." ”

Argo glanced at Kirito and after confirming that Kirito was not playing tricks, he immediately stopped asking.

No one understands the power of intelligence better than an intelligence monger like Argo.

Some information, that's enough to change the tide of the war.

"I really don't understand you men......"

"Maybe this is the romance of men!"

"It's romantic...... Cut...... Kirito, we've known each other for a long time, right? ”

“？？？”

Kirito recalled, he and Argo are also "old acquaintances", strictly speaking, the two had a brief intersection during the closed beta period.

After SAO couldn't log out, he was a regular visitor to Argo's.

In many cases, he even buys intelligence from Argo on behalf of the Wings of Freedom.

By the way, what does Argo mean by that?

Argo said quietly, "Kirito, they're all old friends, don't you want me to have a drink?" ”

Kirito was a little speechless, feeling that he couldn't understand Argo's brain circuit, and the topic was changing too quickly.

However, he still called the NPC waiter directly and ordered Argo a large glass of cold beer.

Goo goo goo goo coo

After taking a sip, Argo was so relieved that his eyes were closed, and the whole person looked unusually ecstatic.

"Ahh

Kirito was speechless.

"Argo, you're about to take control of the entire SAO news and entertainment industry, do you still lack this money for beer?"

Argo nodded, "Not lacking at all, but is it better to drink free of charge!" ”

Kirito: "......"

Seeing Kirito's appearance, Argo suddenly smiled.

"Okay, I'm not going to tease you. However, after the recent SAO update, the Keer in his pocket has really shrunk a lot! ”

Speaking of this, Kirito also empathizes.

After the SAO update, the production players suffered a "heavy blow".

The cost of producing various items has skyrocketed, and players have almost lost the source of various cheap items.

As for the various props provided by NPCs, the price is naturally rising.

The only thing that is fortunate is that the goods provided by the NPC shop are of guaranteed quality.

At the mention of this, Argo couldn't help but complain.

"Ahh Production players have all felt the strong malice from Kayaba Akihiko! ”

Kirito couldn't help but look worried.

"Yes, with the lack of equipment and props, the progress of the strategy has slowed down significantly...... I don't know what happened to our real-world bodies! ”

Kirito's worries are not top secrets.

One of the important motivations for the players in the strategy group to work hard is this.

How long can you stay in bed for a long time and live on nutrient solutions?

SAO is never a game that can be played forever!

Argo: "Kirito, why did you do this when you said this new version?" Is it just slowing us down? ”

Kirito shook his head.

He was also surprised!

Because of this approach, it is actually seriously inconsistent with the Kayaba Jinghiko he knows.

It doesn't seem like Akihiko Kayaba's handiwork!

However, when he thought of this Kirito himself, he couldn't help but laugh at himself.

He seems to know Akihiko Kayaba very well!

Kirito: "Don't talk about this, did you bring the information I wanted?" ”

Argo's face grimaced.

"Kirito, I don't have the power to interfere with your decision-making, but ...... Be careful! ”

"Thank you."

Kirito nodded and thanked Argo.

After all, it was a business dealing, and it was rare for Argo to be able to do it to this extent.

After exchanging information, he chatted with Argo a few more words, and Kirito chose to leave.

Looking at Kirito's back, Argo couldn't help but shout, "Kirito ......"

Kirito paused and turned back.

Argo: "Don't die! ”

Kirito said solemnly, "We will survive, we will all return to the real world alive!" ”

After leaving the tavern, a cool breeze hit, and Kirito felt that his head suddenly cleared up a lot.

[And the war of the smiling coffin...... Is it finally going to start? ]

That's right, the main reason why Kirito came to trade with Argo this time is because the high-level leaders of the Wings of Freedom and the Holy Dragon have decided to crusade against the Coffin of Smiles.

Because, since the SAO update version, the lives of players have become much more difficult, and people's hearts are fluctuating.

And at this critical moment, the smiling coffin came out again to fan the flames.

These actions have made the players of Freedom Wings and the Holy Dragon United endure to the extreme.

Although only a few cores now know the decision of the crusade, this bitter battle is inevitable.

......

48th Floor, Ayn Grant.

Lindath.

It is a town crisscrossed by waterways and waterwheels everywhere.

The scenery of the town is very beautiful, although it does not give the feeling of a developed steel city like the 55th floor of Grandsam, but the rural atmosphere here has a taste of being away from the hustle and bustle of the world.

Thanks to the waterwheels erected everywhere, the player's hut is able to get enough hydro energy to power their work.

This has also caused Linda to become a production base for many production players.

In view of this, Lindath can often hear the sound of the hammer of the forge house on the street during the day, which is one of the characteristics and selling points of this place.

And Lizzebert, the famous smith of Ayn Grant, also opened her weapons shop here.

After a busy day, Lizzebell had back pain and felt unusually tired.

SAO does not have real pain, but the fatigue value is set.

It's like a feeling of hunger and sleepiness, it's obviously a game, but it feels real.

Compared to the previous time when you could forge a weapon with two hammers, now if you want to forge a weapon, the efficiency is really touching and makes the forge cry.

It's like going back to the pre-liberation period!

Even after so long of updating the version, Lizbet still hasn't adjusted her mentality.

She really couldn't figure out what the point of the game suddenly becoming so hardcore!

At this moment, Lizbet suddenly heard a doorbell ring outside the door.

Lizbet wondered, who would come over at this time?

Since the version update, the quality of the products provided by the production players is really not guaranteed.

In addition, players have limited money in their pockets, so they usually choose to go to the shops opened by NPCs to buy weapons and armor.

Today's shops can only provide some repair services at best.

However, the more this time comes, the more precious the guests become.

Lizbet immediately showed the best service attitude, "Welcome to Lizbet's weapons shop!" ”

However, when she said this, Lizbet was a little stunned.

Because the face that appeared in front of her was very familiar, who was it if it wasn't Makino?

Although Lizbet and Makino only met in Pingshui, Makino gave Lizbet a very deep impression.

Because, Lizbet's debut as a full-fledged blacksmith was completed with the help of Makino.

She has been working hard to improve the level of blacksmithing, and one of the important reasons is that she hopes to be able to forge and repair equipment for the Raiders team, and provide a force for the damn game of Raiders.

Lizbet had actually done it, but the arrival of the new version poured cold water on her head.

However, what Liz Bate didn't expect was that when she was a little disheartened, Makino, the first person in the strategy group, actually came back to the door.

"Makino, why are you here?"

Lizbet couldn't help but be a little surprised.

"What? Not welcome? ”

Seeing Lizbet, Makino's heart was also very happy.

This point has to be said to be a bit dreamy, SAO has never been associated with backwardness and isolation.

But because of the high risk, the relationship between people does not seem very close.

This makes true friendship very precious!

Even though Makino and Lizbet didn't have a deep friendship, the joy of goodbye still surrounded the two.

"How so? Welcome, very welcome......"

Lizzebet's face was full of smiles, and her heart was a little jubilant.

However, at this moment, Lizbet saw Asuna behind Makino.

In an instant, Lizzebet's heart couldn't help but feel cold, and her smile couldn't help but be a little stiff.

However, Asuna is also a regular customer of Lizbet, and the relationship is also very close, and Lizbet has collected her mood in a blink of an eye, and a smile has resurfaced on her face.

"It's Asuna, long time no see."

Asuna was also very familiar with it, and easily untied the flickering light pinned to her waist, "Liz, long time no see, the care will be handed over to you." ”

Lizbet took the flickering light, pulled Asuna aside, and gossiped, "Repair aside, you two...... Hey...... When were they together, talk about it! ”

Asuna glanced back at Makino with a sweet smile on her face.

"That's a long story, Liz will talk about it later when she has time. The sword, which has been worn out quite badly recently, in addition to the flickering light, as well as Makino's Dark Holy Sword, all need to be cared for. ”

"Besides, Makino wants to ask you to help him forge a new sword!"

Seeing the smile on Asuna's face, Lizbet didn't know what it was like.

However, she was also relieved to see Asuna so happy.

"Asuna has found the most important person in her life, congratulations!"

Asuna smiled, "Thank you." Leeds should hurry up, you're so pretty and cute. ”

Lizbet waved her hand and grinned, "I...... Forget it, now let's help Asuna take a look at the flickering light! ”

Lizbet slowly pulled out a flickering light, and a cold light reflected on the blade.

After skillfully clicking on the data menu of the flickering light, Lizzebet suddenly had a headache.

"It's been a long time since I've taken care of it, and my durability and sharpness have seriously decreased. Oops, you're busy today! ”

Lizbet couldn't help but cover her face and felt unusually headache.

The better the sword, the more difficult it is to care.

For example, the best of the flickering light is more careful and careful when it comes to care.

What's more, now that the version is updated, all these details need to be controlled by her personally, which is even more difficult.

Sensing Lizzebet's embarrassment, Asuna apologized, "Liz, I'm sorry for causing you trouble again." ”

Lizbet waved her hand hurriedly, "No trouble, no trouble, after all, I run a weapons shop, if there is no business at all, it will be a real headache." ”

"That's right. The flickering light and the maintenance of the Dark Sword are all up to you! ”

As she spoke, Asuna took the Dark Sword from Makino's hand and handed it to Lizbet.

Lizbet habitually clicked on the data menu of the Dark Holy Sword, and the next second, Lizbet was suddenly startled.

The data of the Dark Holy Sword is really terrifying, not to mention the basic value, Makino actually brutally raised the Holy Sword to the level of "+30".

How many precious resources does this consume?

It's too trenched!

Seeing Lizbet's surprised appearance, Mu Ye was inevitably a little happy in his heart.

Raising the Dark Sword to a level of +30, Makino was terrified for a while.

SAO's weapon lifting system is really a knife to life and death, like a roller coaster.

The process of caring for the sword is actually quite boring, but for the swordsman, taking care of the sword is actually part of the essential work.

Therefore, neither Makino nor Asuna had any impatience.

What's more, watching Lizbet take care of the sword is also a pleasure in itself.

Especially after the cancellation of the streamlining system, Lizbet takes care of the sword, and everything needs to be done physically.

Oiling, wiping, sanding......

If you look at it carefully, it's like taking care of a work of art.

Later, even Lizzebell had a smile on her face.

Obviously, Lizbet, the forger, is not as annoying about this tedious work as she says.

Nearly an hour later, Lizbet had finally finished maintaining a complete set of swords.

When she returned the flickering light to Asuna, Lizbet was relieved and a little exhausted.

"I'm really tired, before the update, it took me five minutes to do it, but now it takes an hour. Maochang, this is sincerely trying to embarrass my fat tiger! ”

Hearing Liz's complaint, Asuna immediately pursed her lips and smiled, she completely got the meme that Liz said.

Actually, don't say it's Asuna, even Makino is happy.

"Leeds isn't entirely hated by the streamlining cancellation...... The process of Leeds nursing the sword just now, super handsome! ”

"Yes, it's not without fun, it's very ritualistic and fulfilling. But is it difficult for people to always make money from luxury? ”

"I understand, I understand what Liz said. When I first started cooking, I felt that the program was too streamlined and lacked a lot of fun. Now, it feels too cumbersome and a waste of time......"

Asuna and Lizzebet are both "victims of the new version", not to mention how speculative they are, and laughter can be heard from time to time.

Half a day later.

Asuna and Lizbet are reluctant to separate!

Looking at Makino and Asuna, who had already walked away hand in hand, Lizzebeth couldn't help but darken her eyes.

Both Asuna and Makino have found the important person in their lives, will she be able to find it?

Seeing the various precious materials left by Makino in the store, Lizbet didn't know what to do for a while.

"Makino is really, he suddenly threw so many precious materials at me...... I'm scared too, okay! ”

The materials left to her by Makino are really good and good, even as SAO's current leading blacksmith, Lizbet still has a feeling that she has no idea where to start.

Syllable!

Lizbet slapped her face heavily with both hands.

"No, Liz can do it, you will definitely be able to forge a good sword!"

Thinking about it, Liz immediately pulled out a few blank sheets of paper and began to write and draw on them.

After the new version, forging a sword, the appearance and shape of the sword, which need to be finalized by the designer himself.

Asuna is right, as a forger, she is not as annoyed by the cumbersome forging process of the new version as she imagined.

What's more, there are also legendary materials left by Makino here.

She might just be able to forge an epic piece of equipment!

......

Makino and Asuna are not in a hurry to return to the front line, but slowly investigate the survival of players under the new version.

Honestly, pretty bad!

Players who can live on a level like Lindath are actually not too low.

It can even be regarded as a player in the second echelon of SAO, but the feeling of giving Makino this time is generally ...... Diligent!

Under the new version, due to the overall difficulty of production players, all players have less Kell at their disposal.

And because of the cancellation of the stiff time, the difficulty of fighting monsters has also increased a lot, and the speed of earning Keer will inevitably decrease.

Players collectively live a life of "poverty" in the game!

In the past, this was really unimaginable.

I have to say that life is inevitably full of ups and downs....... It doesn't stop.

Just like Thor, the god of thunder, after Infinity War, everyone always thought that he had nothing to lose.

As a result, Marvel told everyone that he still had a toned body to lose!

After walking all the way, Asuna couldn't help but ask, "Makino, what is the point of you saying that the new version cancels the streamer?" ”

Asuna's question, in fact, Makino has thought about it a long time ago.

Compared with ordinary players who are embarrassed, Makino prefers to believe that the cancellation of this streamlined program is more like targeting him.

Or rather, it's more like a puzzle for Makino from the examiner!

It is easy to go from thrift to luxury, and it is difficult to go from luxury to thrift.

Did the Protoss want to tell Makino that the Protoss had also encountered the dilemma of making it difficult to make money from luxury, and this was the reason why the tree planters were needed.

In other words, the Protoss wanted to "abandon the overly streamlined process and regain something important"...... And that's why they plant trees?!

Makino felt that he was only one step away from the truth.

Even if you don't win, it's not far off.

And this kick is the key to the key.

Because, Makino knows too little about the Singer Protoss, and the Singer Protoss is too powerful.

Therefore, with Makino's limited knowledge, it is difficult to imagine that the Singer Protoss lacks anything that can only be obtained by giving up all advantages and re-taking the path of hardship and hardship.

Is it a state of mind?

Makino couldn't help but think of those people in the real world who gave up the prosperity of the city and chose to go to a place like Junnan Mountain to retreat.

The realm pursued by these people, Makino really doesn't understand!

Seeing that Makino was lost in thought, Asuna stood quietly aside, quietly waiting for Makino to think about the result.

However, at this moment, there was a commotion not far away.

The noise grew louder and louder, and Makino and Asuna were both attracted at the same time.

From a distance, I saw a large bison galloping from a distance, followed by several players.

In the distance, you can even see the dust and smoke caused by the violent running.

"Buffalo."

Asuna's beautiful eyes were raised, and she directly grasped the flickering light in her hand, and planned to directly defeat this bison.

However, at the moment when Asuna held the sword, the players chasing the bison behind were in a hurry, and several people shouted at the same time.

"Don't kill it!"

"Don't kill it!"

Makino and Asuna couldn't help but be stunned.

Don't kill cows...... What do you mean?

However, the big bison didn't give the two of them much time to think, and soon ran to the front of the two.

Seeing how hard everyone was chasing, Makino didn't watch the play anymore, and immediately began to see the right time, planning to subdue the bison.

Seeing Makino standing in front of the bison in a daze, the guys chasing the bison behind were shocked.

This big bison doesn't have a good temper!

However, before everyone could be reminded, they directly saw Makino with one hand on the top of the big bison's head.

Then, the wild wild bull was directly stopped by Makino.

Perhaps because the collision was so violent, there were even a large number of small stars on the head of the bison.

Fainted directly!

Several players were dumbfounded, how much is this strength value?

It's also amazing!

I have to say that these players who chased the bison successfully attracted Makino's attention.

"What? Are you going to domesticate bison and use it to cultivate the land? ”

Makino was shocked.

What kind of god operation is this?

Domesticating bison ploughing land in SAO, Akihiko Kayaba's script didn't dare to write like this, right?

Makino's shock also made those players feel a little embarrassed.

This operation is indeed somewhat ...... Disturb!

Then, Makino learned the ins and outs of the matter.

It turned out that the idea was not remembered by these young people, but by a angler named Nishida.

Nishida is a angler again......

Listening to these players, Makino suddenly remembered.

There is really an older player named Nishida in SAO, who was originally the head of security of the Dongdu Express Line Company, and was responsible for maintaining the SAO network line.

Then on the day of the launch of the server, I was trapped in this game world with ordinary players.

In the original book, Asuna and Kirito also invited Nishida to be a guest at Mori no Ya, and they are also a relatively interesting old man.

Makino didn't expect that this old man would even give advice to young players on domesticating bison...... Full of age?

Showa taste?

Makino suddenly couldn't help but want to meet the old man.

......

22nd Floor, Ayn Grant.

Goral.

When Makino and Asuna arrived, it didn't take long for them to meet the security minister named Nishida.

However, unlike Makino's impression, Nishida was hoeing with a hoe at this time.

And behind Nishida, there are a few young people who also follow Nishida.

They should all be players in the production system, and hoeing should also be planning to obtain some raw materials.

This is full of a sense of déjà vu, and the Makino who looks at it is a little jaw-dropping.

Sensing the arrival of Makino and Asuna, Nishida walked straight out of the field.

"Hello, my name is Makino, and this is my wife, Asuna......"

Makino was the first to introduce himself, and introduced Asuna by the way.

"Hello, excuse me!"

Asuna also greeted Nishida politely.

"Wife?"

Hearing Makino's introduction, Nishida was stunned for a moment.

At SAO, there aren't many players who can develop into a couple.

After glancing at Asuna, Nishida couldn't help but open his mouth wide and looked at Asuna blankly.

After blinking his eyes several times, Nishida, who had finally come back to his senses, said, "Oops, oops, what a faux pas, I was completely stunned." Mr. Makino, and Asuna, you two are really a good match. Bless you all! ”

He rubbed his head and laughed.

However, Nishida, who was scratching his head, was shocked again.

"Makino, Asuna...... You won't be ......"

Seeing Nishida's posture that he might not be able to help but exclaim, Makino hurriedly stretched out his finger to his lips and made a "shhhhh

Makino and Asuna have seen this scene too many times.

If Nishida exclaimed, the two of them would probably be surrounded soon, and it would be absolutely impossible to get clean again.

After all, Nishida is relatively old, and he can still be a company minister in the real world, and his mentality is still very good.

Nishida House.

"Rude, rude, I didn't expect to meet you two, I'm sorry I don't have anything to entertain you......"

At this moment, Asuna looked at the sky and said, "It's not too early, Mr. Nishida, can I borrow it from your kitchen?" ”

"Kitchen?"

Hearing Asuna's request, Nishida couldn't help but glance at Asuna a few times.

After the SAO update, it is not as easy as it used to be.

Asuna even borrowed the kitchen, presumably because she was very confident in cooking.

"The kitchen is there, you can use it however you want!"

"Thank you so much, Mr. Nishida!"

After Asuna finished speaking, she walked straight into the kitchen and started to get busy.

Seeing Asuna's skillful movements, Nishida couldn't help but praise, "Makino, it's really a blessing to be able to marry a wife like Asuna!" ”

Makino nodded, very much in agreement.

"Being able to marry Asuna is the happiest thing I've ever done in the game!"

Nishida sighed that he finally heard something that made him feel very relieved in this sad game.

Makino: "Mr. Nishida, I just saw a player domesticating bison on the upper floor, and I heard that it was Mr. Nishida's attention, so I came over to ask, how did you come up with such a notice!" ”

Hearing Makino's question, Nishida couldn't help but sigh.

"What's so surprising about that? Cultivating the land with oxen is just the life of our generation. When I was a child, I used to go down with my father...... It's just that the times are developing, and your generation has seen less! ”

Makino was slightly stunned, and then knew that he had drilled the tip of the horns.

What is the unattainable thing to use oxen to plough the land?

It's just the reality of life!

The reason why the vast majority of players can't think of it is because times have changed, and everyone has seen less.

What's more, this is SAO, a world of virtual games, and everyone is even more rigid in thinking and not thinking about it.

At this moment, Makino was greatly touched.

What he has been unable to figure out, is it that he is too too delving into the horns and thinking too complicated?

The reason why the singer protoss needs to plant the world tree and the tree planter is whether it is the profession of tree planter, in the very early days of the protoss, it was actually a commonplace thing.

It's not something too incomprehensible, it's just a daily routine!

But then the times developed, and this daily life became a lost ...... Ancient black technology?

Planting Trees...... Planting Trees......

Is it not the World Tree that you want to plant at all, but the one inside the Protoss...... The Divine Tree of Destiny?

At this moment, lightning flashed and thunder in Makino's mind.

remembered the seed of the Divine Tree of Destiny given to him by the goddess sister, and it was such a seed, which was passed down from generation to generation in the goddess sister's family, but no one was able to make it germinate.

Also, every time Makino encounters difficulties and needs to risk his life to fight, the song of fate always rings in his mind.

It's all in series!

The so-called tree planters are not actually planting a world tree, but a supreme divine tree within the Protoss that can sing the song of fate!

The reason why the tree planter is humble is because there is a good chance that this profession has been eliminated and is a very old profession.

However, being eliminated does not mean that it is not important, on the contrary, it is also very important!

Because, after the entire civilization has achieved super-evolution, the interior of the Singer Divine Race may be too comfortable, and the Supreme Divine Tree may lack sufficient spiritual nourishment.

As a result, the Most High Tree began to stop growing, and even entered the stage of slow death.

So the sacred tree had a seed.

And the people of the Protoss who obtained the seeds, because the civilization is too advanced, they don't need what the ancestors did in the ancient period in the stage of overcoming obstacles and hard work.

As a result, the seeds could not germinate at all!

And that's probably the truth of everything...... Is that the case?

Just when Makino figured out this question, he suddenly felt a shock in his mind.

In an instant, it seemed that through the overlapping space, I saw an incredibly large ...... Sacred Tree!

Wisps of fairy mist hung down above the sacred tree, as if it was glowing, as if it was joyful.

And the connection between Makino and the sacred tree has been significantly improved.

At this moment, Makino suddenly had an inexhaustible strength on his body, and even the thickness of his soul increased I don't know how much.

I don't know if it's an illusion, Makino even has a feeling of spiritual pressure.

Real, or ...... Illusion?

Makino didn't know, but what he did know was what the examiner wanted to tell him through the system upgrade, and he knew!

This is an unprecedented joy, knowing the meaning of the game version upgrade, which means that the possibility of Makino successfully becoming a positive is greatly improved.

It also means that he can get through the game earlier, and then let Asuna return to reality.

Perfect!

After Makino refocused his thoughts on reality, he found that Mr. Nishida was quietly drinking tea.

Makino hurriedly apologized, "I'm sorry, Mr. Nishida, I was too involved in thinking about the problem just now, and I'm really sorry for neglecting you." ”

Nishida didn't care, and said with a smile, "Looking at your excited appearance, what you have figured out must be very important." It's great to be able to help you, and in this way, I will not be in vain in this game. ”

Nishida said optimistically, and Makino suddenly became happy.

The more the two chatted, the happier they became, and I have to say that Nishida is a very talkative person with very rich social experience.

Soon, Asuna brought the prepared dinner.

After eating the sashimi with the taste of soy sauce, Nishida was so moved that he almost didn't cry.

The whole atmosphere is even more enjoyable. (Recommended reading: Reading Files 2013)