Long Live Money in Anime Crossover

Momo knew perfectly well what had happened between Argo and Asuna, given their hesitation and silence.

This is even something that Momo hoped would happen.

If the game had continued, Momo might have had plenty of time to resolve the conflict between the two and understand Argo's feelings. But now, Momo doesn't have much time left.

Kayaba Akihiko has decided to strike at the root of the problem, using all available resources to devise a plan that, even if it doesn't force Mo Mo to leave the scene, will at least prevent Mo Mo from causing any more trouble.

Mo Mo had to admit that he had been careless. He had underestimated Kayaba Akihiko, as well as his determination and ability to act.

Therefore, Mo Mo decided to show utmost sincerity and teach Kayaba Akihiko a lesson, so that he would understand that his plans and his schemes were still very naive.

This is the first real head-on confrontation between the two, but it will also be the last, because the methods they intend to use are devastating to the entire Aincrad, to all players, and to the current player system.

"Hey, Momo, who gave you the guts to hold two girls at the same time? Aren't you afraid they'll explode now? They already did just now," Reimu Hakurei asked curiously.

"It's precisely because of that one outburst that they've calmed down a bit now. People aren't geysers; where do all those outbursts come from? I'm afraid both of them regretted that conflict just now, so how could they possibly back down now? Especially..."

As she spoke, Momo smiled gently, looked at Argo, and said, "Come with us."

"...especially since I didn't know when the two of them had their conflict."

"Sigh, how could you not know? We both clearly heard them arguing."

"But I really didn't know! I was walking through the fog, only paying attention to those yellow and red names. I didn't hear what those two were saying behind my back at all!"

"Tch, how shameless! So that's how it is."

Reimu Hakurei understood Momo's little scheme: to pretend she didn't know about the conflict between them. That way, unless the two truly decided to completely break up, why would they argue again in front of Momo?

"Argo..."

At this moment, Asuna spoke up, saying, "Momo is right. It's not safe here right now. Let's go back first. Nothing is more important than our safety."

Argo frowned, not wanting to meet Asuna's gaze, and said, "I understand. But you said it yourself, so don't blame me!"

After saying that, Argo took Momo's hand in return, their fingers intertwined, and he led Momo out first.

Asuna raised an eyebrow, a hint of sadness in her eyes, but she said nothing and followed Momo away from the misty forest.

"Yui, how's the mission going?"

At this moment, Momo suddenly asked a question, and Yui, who was being held by Argo on the other side, immediately understood and said the lines she had prepared in advance: "It shouldn't be here. Yui, think carefully when you get back and figure out where it is."

"Mom, Yui is so tired and scared, can we talk about it tomorrow?"

Argo, unsuspecting, glanced at Asuna, whose face looked pale, sighed, released Momo's hand, hugged Yui, and smiled, "Okay, of course it's good! Even if Yui does nothing and just stays with Mommy, Mommy still loves Yui!"

"Mom, I love you the most!"

Seeing this, Asuna felt relieved. However, looking at Argo and Yui's playful antics, she knew one thing clearly: Argo had not given up.

But she no longer had the chance.

Why does this happen?

Asuna looked at Momo with a hint of resentment. She knew that it wasn't Momo's fault, because Momo hadn't done anything; he had just handled everything normally.

Unfortunately, feelings are such an unpredictable thing.

"Mo Mo... what you said... is it true? Just now, what you said just now..."

Just then, Argo's voice came from behind, causing Asuna to look up sharply and see Argo's downcast face, listening to his pleading tone.

"Mo Mo!"

Asuna exclaimed, trying to stop Momo, because she knew exactly what Momo was going to say.

“Yes, Argo. I originally bought this house to propose to Asuna. Now that it’s all over, it’s just a matter of getting things back on track.”

Argo shuddered, and Asuna felt her heart clench. She felt Argo suddenly drifting further and further away from her.

In a sense, Argo was not only her first friend in the game, but also her first true friend in life. After all, Asuna used to only focus on her grades, and the people in school were just her classmates.

"Argo..."

"No need to say anything more, there's no need to say anything at all. Isn't this something that's already perfectly clear?"

Argo looked up, forced a smile, and said, "Well, congratulations, Asuna. Don't look so sad. Shouldn't you be happy?"

"Argo, even if you don't give me your blessing... that's fine too..."

"How could that be, Asuna? You're my best friend!"

Asuna was taken aback, staring at Argo in surprise, only to find that Argo's smile was becoming more and more natural. Then Argo waved to Momo and said, "Go away, men, go away. Girls need to whisper!"

Momo shrugged and walked forward, saying, "We're not too far from the Misty Forest yet, so be careful, Asuna, don't turn off your target acquisition skill."

"Stop nagging! Does Asuna think she can't do anything without you?!"

Argo waved his fist, as if he were standing up for Asuna. Asuna smiled slightly; this was definitely the usual Argo.

“Argo…I’m sorry…if only I had known…”

"If you had known you could leave Momo, would you have? That's impossible."

Argo's smile faded slightly, but it was as if he had truly resolved his inner conflict. He said, "Well, it's really just unrequited love on my part anyway. To tell you the truth, that guy has always loved you. Even when I tried to seduce him, he wouldn't fall for it. It really makes me, Argo, doubt my own charm."

"Mommy, Mommy is the most beautiful!"

"No, Yui, my darling daughter Yui is the prettiest!"

Asuna finally breathed a sigh of relief and smiled. She was indeed a little envious of this silly mother and daughter.

However, if I really marry Momo... then...

Thinking of this, Asuna's heart started pounding.

"So, Asuna. At this point, I've actually given up hope. I've resigned myself to it. Therefore, Asuna, love Momo well. You know, he's actually under a lot of pressure. Although I don't know the specifics of your plans, but..."

"No matter what, we can't let anything happen to Momo!"

Argo's voice deepened, and Asuna bowed her head heavily.

"Well, everyone talks about male chauvinism, but how could men possibly function without us women? So, Asuna, support Momo wholeheartedly, and don't let anything happen to him..."

"...If something really happens to Momo...maybe we won't even be able to be friends anymore..."

Argo's voice became ethereal, causing Asuna to pause slightly. Argo still had that familiar smiling face, but this time, Asuna was finally certain: many things had ultimately changed, and it was impossible to go back to the past.

“I will…I will be a good wife and support Momo.”

"Hmm, not bad!"

Argo nodded, patted Asuna on the shoulder, and said, "This is the Asuna I know. You are the captain of the Rose Garden Knights, so show some spirit!"

"Come on, you're getting married. Heh heh, this is the perfect opportunity for me, Argo the Rat, to shine. Don't worry, I'll make sure everyone, the entire Aincrad, knows about your wedding!"

Argo flashed a peace sign and a victorious smile, saying, "So, you two will definitely fulfill your vows and enter the hall of fame under the spotlight, making all the players who secretly admire you envious and jealous. This time, I'll go all out!"

Asuna looked at Argo gratefully and said, "Thank you."

However, Argo turned around with Yui in his arms and said, "No need to thank me, there's nothing to be thanked for..."

"...Because this is also a test for you...Don't let me down, don't give me an opportunity...otherwise...I will definitely harden my heart and never let go again..."

The ethereal, low voice reached Asuna's ears, like an illusion, yet it captivated her, leaving her rooted to the spot, unable to move for a long time.

Asuna pursed her lips, her eyes wide with astonishment... because she remembered Momo's plan...

"That can't be... If it really is like that... What should I do..."

Asuna's body began to tremble; this time, she was truly panicked. And this time, she couldn't ask Momo for help, because Momo had already made his plans, and Argo… Argo had already stated her conditions.

This is a test for Asuna. If Asuna succeeds, she will selfishly abandon Momo completely...

Otherwise...

"what do I do……"

Asuna murmured to herself, but this time, no one could help her. Argo had made his choice; now, it was Asuna's turn.

……

Time flies, and seven days have passed in the blink of an eye.

In the seven days since Argo, the rat merchant, spread a message seven days ago, the entire Aincrad has gradually fallen into a state of excitement.

Yes, excitement, and only the word "excitement" can properly describe all of this.

Because so many people, so many emotions, so many eyes were drawn to the 22nd floor of Aincrad, and to two people.

Momo, Asuna.

They are getting married.

Author's Note:

P.S.: Thank you to Harem King of Gensokyo 100 for the donation, meow~ 100*3 donations! I kept posting chapters too quickly yesterday and forgot to thank people, my bad...

PS2: I checked the rankings, and our recommendation votes are absolutely terrible. No matter which ranking we're on, counting five digits forward and five digits backward, our recommendation votes are the lowest! (/TДT)/ !!

Therefore, JKing has decided to ask for votes. There will be an extra chapter each time the number of recommendation votes reaches 250, 500, 750, and 1000. True to my word, there will be an extra chapter on top of the guaranteed three chapters! Four chapters in total! o(*￣▽￣*)ブ

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082 Wedding in Progress

Everyone knows Momo; on the first day, every player stared at Momo's harmless, handsome face for more than ten seconds. Now, no one is unaware of the Watchers Knights or the Rose Garden.

Mo Mo's name was engraved on the record of clearing the first level of the Black Iron Monument, but his name disappeared after that. Everyone knew it wasn't because his strength had declined, but because he had given the stage to his subordinates.

As the bosses were defeated one by one, the players spent four months reaching the 22nd floor. Although the 22nd floor was still a long way from clearing the 100th floor, with such a powerful strategy team as the Watchers Knights, and with no one losing a member in battle so far, what was there to worry about?

Even if you really have to conquer 100 floors to leave this game, as long as you have the Knights of the Watch, you'll definitely be able to do it!

This is the same thought shared by everyone, all players, even those in other guilds. The Watchers Knights, as an elite group, have achieved the greatest merit, surpassing even the SAO Liberation Army of the King of Fang.

Another one is Asuna, and naturally, no one is unaware of Asuna's existence.

After all, Asuna led twenty female players, a group of girls, to conquer the boss on the ninth floor. For a whole week, Asuna, those girls, and the rose garden behind them were the talk of the town.

Players praised the girls' beauty and admired their strength, and were also made more proactive by this strategy.

After all, if even girls can do it, then we, these proud and strong men, certainly can't do it any worse!

As a result, more and more players began to actively fight monsters and level up. The Rose Garden became an organization that every male player hated to the bone, and inside the Rose Garden, it became a paradise that every male player dreamed of.