Super God: If I punch you, you will die

Asuna felt very fortunate.

After confirming that her HP had decreased by less than 10%, Asuna looked around warily to avoid being caught off guard by a sudden attack.

That would be a truly unjust death.

Asuna cautiously surveyed her surroundings, filled with regret. She had been so focused on fighting the undead that she had forgotten to observe her environment, leading her into a trap. This was something a seasoned player should never do.

This time, we've learned our lesson.

Asuna's rapier had already left her hand and lay quietly not far away. However, an object flashed in Asuna's peripheral vision.

Suddenly startled.

It was a humanoid creature, short in stature, only about half a meter tall, with dark blue skin. It had a sharp nose and large, gleaming eyes.

A sudden glance from the side can truly terrify someone.

The little monster glanced at Asuna and then did something that left Asuna speechless: it picked up Asuna's rapier and turned to flee.

"Hahahaha."

The little monster let out a laugh.

"stop!"

Asuna never expected such a small monster to appear in the corner, let alone that it would snatch her rapier. She quickly gave chase. However, the little monster was agile, and all she could see in her vision was the pointer to the little monster's name, [SlyShrewman].

If even the pointer disappears, tracking it will become incredibly difficult. Asuna couldn't help but feel anxious; being outside the circle without a weapon is practically...

die!!!.

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"Oops."

Asuna frowned, inwardly groaning. Not only had she inexplicably fallen through a hidden door in the floor, but her only weapon had also been inexplicably taken from her.

Outside the circle, losing your weapon is tantamount to losing your life.

Or it might be less fortunate than to die an accidental death, or even have to endure a period of torment and struggle before finally passing away.

Asuna gritted her teeth, her feet barely touching the ground, and sprinted away.

There was one more thing Asuna constantly reminded herself of: the more complex the environment, the more careful she needed to be about safety.

She glanced around.

Be vigilant at all times.

The surrounding area appears to be a natural cave.

The surface of the rock emitted a faint glow; it was a type of moss that could emit a dim light, called luminous moss. It generally grows in dark, damp places, which is similar to what moss is commonly known, but it can only emit a faint glow, and the range of illumination is quite limited.

Everything in front of me was blurry.

"If we take out the torch, it will be much more difficult to catch up with the little monster, and we might even definitely catch up with it." The thought flashed through Asuna's mind.

Asuna's brows furrowed even more.

If Lin Yan were here right now, he could kill even a big boss in a matter of minutes, let alone a small monster.

shook his head.

Asuna shook off these unrealistic thoughts. She had already received enough help from Lin Yan along the way. She had always relied on him but had never brought him any value. This was a part of Asuna's heart that she could not let go of.

"Go for it, Asuna!"

My vision is blurred.

The ground was uneven, full of potholes, and one wrong step could result in a terrible fall. Asuna could only concentrate on feeling the path beneath her feet. Once bitten, twice shy, Asuna was still worried that another [hidden door] might suddenly appear under her feet, leaving her utterly helpless.

Afterwards, Asuna remained grateful to Lin Yan.

It was Lin Yan who reminded Asuna to improve her [Sprint] ability and focus on speed. Not long after, Asuna saw that small figure again, faintly visible in the dim light of the moss.

"whee."

A chilling sound came from afar.

That was the voice of that little monster—the cunning mole-man. Asuna could even see the cunning mole-man's shifty eyes. The laughter seemed to mock Asuna's disheveled state, and hearing that malicious laughter only increased Asuna's anxiety.

"Stop!"

Asuna raised her voice and shouted loudly.

Nearly.

closer.

Asuna was almost able to catch the cunning mole-man. She stretched out her arm, trying to grab the sly thief's little tail. She tried several times but missed, the cunning mole-man's wagging little tail seeming to mock Asuna.

puff--

"not good."

Asuna cried out in surprise as she stepped into a puddle. Losing her balance, Asuna tumbled forward.

She tried her best, stumbling and staggering forward a few steps, but still fell into the puddle, helplessly watching the cunning ratman that was within her reach escape into the distance.

"Halt! Give me back my weapon!"

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"give me back!"

Asuna shouted helplessly.

But the cunning mole-man vanished from Asuna's sight in a flash, as did the pointer. Meanwhile, water droplets continued to fall from Asuna's body.

Her disheveled state and anger left her feeling somewhat lost and disoriented.

"How could...this happen..."

Asuna was deeply frustrated. She struggled to her feet, her steps heavy. Her once bright and sparkling eyes were now dull and lifeless.

"They actually lost their only weapon... lost it..."

Asuna muttered to herself in a daze, "That's her main weapon, and the Chivalric Rapier +5, which houses the soul of her first beloved sword, Wind Fleuret."

lost.

disturbed.

Hesitation.

All the emotions surged in like a tidal wave, plunging Asuna's mind into a state of chaos. It seemed as if all sensation had vanished. Her body felt as heavy as lead, and her brain was like a machine that had lost its power.

There's been a strike.

Asuna couldn't help but call out that name again in her heart—Lin Yan.

"Lin Yan."

Her cherry lips parted slightly.

Asuna murmured to herself absentmindedly, recalling every detail of Lin Yan's presence. Whenever danger lurked, whenever Asuna was lost, whenever she didn't know what to choose, Lin Yan always made accurate judgments and choices.

No.

He's not here.

This is the first time I've felt so lost and confused.

Asuna looked up blankly, then glanced around. She wanted to see Lin Yan, but she knew that even though they were only separated by a wall, she couldn't see him.

"Forest……"

Asuna's voice trembled; she wanted to scream desperately, to reach Lin Yan, but her lips trembled uncontrollably. Her entire body trembled as well—her arms, back, legs…

"what to do……"

"Lin...Lin Yan..."

Asuna's voice was as soft as a mosquito's buzz.

"This is the third underground level, the fifth level, the lowest level of the Karluin catacombs labyrinth in the main street... and also the front line..."

She desperately suppressed her emotions. Reason told Asuna that shouting would have a very low chance of finding Lin Yan, and might even attract other dangers instead.

At that point, we'll truly be at our wits' end.

Tears welled up uncontrollably and streamed down my face.

Even when Kayaba Akihiko declared SAO a death game, Asuna had never felt such fear, after all, she had met Lin Yan. Her inner turmoil instantly vanished. But at this moment—

Lin Yan's calm smile flashed through Asuna's mind.

No.

Can't admit defeat.

If she were to give up easily, her life would end here. Then she would never see Lin Yan again. This was the first time Asuna had encountered someone who so deeply haunted her dreams.

The desire to meet even outweighed everything else.

"call--"

Asuna took a deep breath, and her emotions gradually calmed down. So, what's next?

Correct.

think.

Asuna pondered and recalled. Suddenly, her conversation with Lin Yan flashed through her mind. How should she handle this situation?

"I remember Lin Yan once told a story..."

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"Lin Yan said that someone had their weapon stolen, and they eventually managed to get it back by hunting down the thieves one by one..."

Asuna racked her brains trying to remember.

“I remember now…” Asuna was both amused and exasperated. She remembered Lin Yan saying that “the [Complete Objectification] button is nothing more than reclaiming stolen weapons and equipment,” so there was only one way left: to defeat the cunning moleman.

"We must get our weapons back."

The confusion in Asuna's eyes vanished, replaced by a resolute gaze. She needed to pull herself together; only then would she be worthy of being Lin Yan's 'teammate.' Only the strong deserved to stand beside that person.

"First, the weapons..."

Clarify your thoughts.

Asuna opened her inventory.

IronRapier.

In the weapon inventory, I found a weapon whose memory had faded, a crude rapier, not even worth selling.

"Physicalization".

Asuna said softly.

A rapier appeared in his hand.

Grasp the hilt and draw the sword.

Asuna examined the rapier; its color was dull and its attributes were unbearable to look at.

But it was also the only weapon.

"This is the sword. I will use it to reclaim my weapon," Asuna said softly, as she changed her equipment.

They're even no longer stingy with the reward items from Yofil City.

Earrings [Earling of Ripples];

Boots.

"We must catch it." Asuna looked into the distance, her expression grave. She recalled a sentence Lin Yan had once said: the more dangerous the situation, the more calmly one must think; only by thinking calmly can one make the right judgment.

The right choice means the right direction and the right start.