Super God: If I punch you, you will die

[Ding! Your acquired ability—Misaki Shokuhou's full abilities—has been activated, and some of the memories of the designated character have been erased.]

Misaki Shokuhou's abilities include mind reading, brainwashing, memory erasure, hallucination, telepathy, making the other party confess, and losing their composure.

The only difference is that Lin Yan doesn't need to use a TV remote.

Asuna tilted her head slightly. "You're right. What you did was right. Those people were the ones who were wrong."

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"what is this?"

Asuna asked curiously.

A gust of wind blew, and Asuna's hood was blown open. Her long chestnut hair fell down, reflecting the afterglow of the setting sun.

That moment was absolutely beautiful.

It was an octagonal prism-shaped crystal that shone with a deep blue light.

In this world where almost all elements of "magic" have been excluded, the few remaining magical items are all these gems.

It's categorized by color—blue for teleportation, pink for HP recovery, and green for poison removal.

Both are convenient items that take effect immediately, but because they are quite expensive, people usually use cheaper potions to heal themselves after moving away from enemies.

"Transfer equipment."

Before Lin Yan could answer, Asuna exclaimed in surprise.

In the nearly one month that followed, Asuna gained a deeper understanding of this world.

She was momentarily surprised by Lin Yan's generosity, but after a moment's thought, she realized that he owned a shop that, while seemingly unremarkable, was overflowing with treasures.

"Transfer! The Starting Street."

A beautiful sound, like a wind chime in the wind, rang out, and the crystal shattered.

At the same time, a blue light burst forth, and the surrounding forest scenery seemed to melt away and disappear. Then the light became even more dazzling.

The light dissipated.

The transfer is complete.

then.

The sounds of falling leaves and rustling in nature have disappeared, replaced by the hustle and bustle of the streets.

The familiar scene of the starting town appeared before my eyes.

On the familiar streets, you can see all sorts of people.

They looked either tired, or excited, or forced a smile, or remained bewildered and waiting.

Those who are waiting make up half of the total number of players.

They refused to believe the facts and continued to wait for outside help.

"No, I don't believe it."

A sob caught Asuna's attention. She glanced at it and saw a petite girl.

She was with several other children who looked to be of similarly young age.

"Dad and Mom will never give up on us, they will definitely come to save us."

"But we've already waited a month."

"Moreover, we don't have enough money for accommodation or food."

"So hungry."

"Hunger is just a feeling. In reality, we won't starve to death in this world. Stepping out of your 'safe zone' is what it truly means to want to die."

"Those strategy guide groups are just asking for trouble!"

"Yes, we can just 'standby' and absolutely won't leave the street."

Asuna sighed softly.

This is one of the four groups that SAO has divided into now, accounting for about half of the population. Fortunately, the "Town of Beginnings" has enough space to accommodate them.

The second group makes up about 30%. Their goal is survival, and their leader is the administrator of the country's largest online game intelligence website.

They systematically manage the acquired items and gather intelligence to conquer the dungeon.

This was actually the prototype of an "army".

Although it's more ironic.

The third group consisted of about a thousand people who were unambitious, squandered their lives, and were living a disastrous existence.

The fourth group, which aims to conquer, consists of "guilds".

Of course, there are other professionals, such as merchants or blacksmiths, who earn the coulombs they need to make a living.

And the last type of people...

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The last category, the fourth group, is the smallest in number – the "lone wolf".

They do not belong to any group and rely on their own efforts to strengthen themselves, which involves high risks but also yields the highest profits.

"Let's go."

Lin Yan noticed Asuna's emotional fluctuations; she had always been a soft-hearted girl. Asuna took one last look at the boys and girls a few years younger than her, most of them around twelve years old.

Turning around, Asuna's eyes became even more resolute.

She glanced at the distant sky. This virtual, gigantic floating castle with a hundred floors had transformed into a real-life hell on earth.

They are the ones who have endured the trials. Only those who persevere with unwavering resolve can conquer the hundred-floor boss and find the exit.

One hundred floors.

When Kayaba Akihiko announced, "There's only one condition that can free everyone from this game. It's what I just mentioned: reach the highest floor of Aincrad, the 100th floor, and defeat the final boss waiting there. I guarantee that at that moment, all surviving players will be able to safely log out of the game"—

Asuna was also on the verge of collapse.

After all, during the two-month closed beta test of SAO, which involved a thousand participants, they only managed to conquer six floors.

Conquering all 100 floors is practically impossible.

However, Asuna knew in her heart that they had no way out.

Only by forging ahead can we succeed!

"Boss, you're finally back."

A voice sounded.

A petite figure emerged from the shop, wearing a light blue short skirt, exuding a playful yet youthful innocence and cuteness.

Fortunately, I heard a familiar voice and rushed out of the shop without waiting.

A moment.

I thought I had seen an angel.

Her flowing chestnut hair, delicate features, resolute gaze, and undeniable elegance made her seem like a beauty who had stepped out of a painting.

Tall and slender figure.

She exuded a breathtaking aura, which particularly captivated Xing.

How's business today?

Lin Yan asked.

The number of customers in the store already proves the point; these are all players who came because of its reputation.

"Finally, I met the big boss."

“Seeing is worth hearing a hundred times.”

"Can you recommend some good equipment, boss?"

"Why doesn't this young man join the strategy team and become a professional instead?"

……

The customers were all very enthusiastic, especially some little girls who had come specifically because they were captivated by Lin Yan's face.

I was instantly captivated by his good looks.

"Don't rush, everyone, take it one at a time."

Fortunately, she greeted every customer with enthusiasm and skill, and even when she encountered difficult people, she seemed to be able to handle them.

She's both a diligent and hardworking shop assistant and a virtuous and considerate young woman; she's equally adept in social situations and domestic duties—it's an absolute steal!

Lin Yan also learned to enjoy life more and more.

The expanded back garden.

The area is shaded by flowers, grass, and trees.

A rustic and elegant tea table, paired with a tea set and a rocking chair, creates an idyllic and secluded atmosphere.

"Ten days left..."

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"Ten days left."

Lin Yan's lips curled into a wicked smile.

As he had anticipated, they successfully conquered the first level of the maze within a month, and would then break through to the second level in just ten days.

The death toll will then decrease significantly.

At that time, various intelligence brokers will also become active.

In stark contrast to this gloom, Lin Yan will not interfere too much in SAO, and everything will proceed as originally planned.

Once the balance is disrupted.

Maybe--

Kayaba Akihiko would notice his presence in advance.

Games, especially hunting games, are more fun when played slowly. It's like a cat chasing a mouse; the ending is important, but the process is even more important.

It's all about having fun!

Before he knew it, Lin Yan had fallen asleep.

While still half asleep, he felt someone approaching, and then a blanket was gently placed over Lin Yan's body. He slowly opened his eyes.

"Boss, I'm sorry, did I wake you up?"

"It's okay, I've had enough sleep."

Lin Yan was grateful.

He gazed tenderly at Xing. She wasn't a stunning beauty at first glance; her looks were rather ordinary. But every time Lin Yan spent with Xing, he could sense the soft, fragile, and kind heart deep within this girl.

In the original series, Warhammer user Tetsuo wanted to go to a higher level, but on his return, he discovered that the treasure chest was a trap and he couldn't use any teleportation items.

Fortunately, he and his teammates perished here.

Lin Yan's appearance changed Xing's fate. It remains to be seen whether the members of the Moonlit Black Cat Gang will be able to escape their destined deaths.

"Dinner is ready."

Fortunately, she smiled gently.

This smile brought Lin Yan a feeling of warmth and peace to his heart.

One smile is enough; a girl like this deserves to be protected.

Who could bear to see such a lovely life wither away?