Super God: If I punch you, you will die

That's a sword.

A rapier with a silvery texture that has a crystal-like transparency; it's even a bit luxurious for a one-handed longsword, and the blade is very thin.

It is also thinner than a typical one-handed sword.

The variety of weapons in SAO is enormous. It's generally believed that if all the unique names of each type of weapon were listed, there would be no fewer than several thousand.

Unlike typical RPGs, the higher the weapon's level, the more diverse its unique names become. Low-level weapons, such as one-handed straight swords, exist in this world with countless swords bearing mundane names like "Bronze Sword" or "Iron Blade."

Whether player-crafted or monster-dropped, there exist rapiers with similar performance levels, but differing in name and appearance. This is why high-level weapons attract users, who treat them as companions sharing their souls.

Because the name and appearance of the weapon are determined by the system, even we, as the creators, have no way of knowing before it is completed.

Asuna glanced at Lin Yan and nodded in response.

She stared nervously at the sword.

Asuna, with a determined look in her eyes, extended her right hand, which was supporting the base of the sword, and gently tapped it, looking at the automatic window that appeared.

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"The name is 'Shimmering Light'."

"Wow, what a beautiful sword."

Argo was also quite surprised.

"Give it a try, this 'Shining Light' is yours, Asuna," Lin Yan said to Asuna with a smile.

"Ah."

Asuna extended her right hand and grasped the sword hilt.

He waved his left hand to bring up the main menu and manipulated the equipment puppet with the white sword as the target.

In this way, Asuna can see the numerical stats of her abilities.

She was even more surprised, "Is it really okay for me to accept such a high-level weapon?"

"I've already said this belongs to you. This 'Shining Light' can only belong to you, not to anyone else in the world."

Lin Yan said firmly.

Asuna nodded, seemingly understanding. Lin Yan, however, knew that this "Shining Light" was the most popular sword among all of Asuna's weapons. In the original story, it was forged by Asuna's friend Lisbeth and was one of the highest-grade masterpieces she crafted.

Close the menu.

Asuna waved it a few times without waiting.

She stared at the sword, a sense of familiarity washing over her, as if the sword had always belonged to her.

After a long while, Asuna finally revealed a bright smile.

"This sword... is my favorite..."

Lin Yan looked at Asuna's bright smile and read her thoughts from her eyes—to become stronger.

Argo, meanwhile, was looking at Lin Yan.

"The subsequent strategies will likely be even more difficult, but now that we have such good weapons, we must go all out."

"Asuna got such a great weapon, shouldn't we celebrate? I'm going to find some delicious food to celebrate."

"it is good."

Argo left quickly. Although he intended to create an opportunity for Asuna and Lin Yan to be alone, Lin Yan received a communication from Xing shortly after Argo left.

"Happy New Year."

Xing's voice was still as gentle as ever.

"Happy New Year."

Lin Yan also said.

Sachi was an absolutely competent employee, and her voice only began to change after I finished reporting my work to her.

"Boss, when will you be back?"

"Yes, I'll go back in a while."

Lin Yan had been calculating for over a month since he'd last returned. This game had only been running for two months; he really was an incompetent boss. However, with the system's assistance, he didn't need to be in the shop all the time.

The income was not less than expected.

What's more, I'm fortunate to have such a capable assistant.

"Really? That's great."

Xing's voice sounded excited, "Boss, did you know? I've reached level ten too! You have to take me with you on the next adventure!"

"it is good."

Lin Yan readily agreed.

Finally, Yuki reluctantly hung up the call, while Asuna smiled ambiguously at Lin Yan and said, "Miss Yuki really cares about you. She contacts you almost every other day and reports on everything in detail."

"It's time to give her a bonus."

Lin Yan said in a very serious tone.

At that moment, Asuna muttered to herself, "Why hasn't Miss Argo returned yet? Even though this is within the safe zone,... I still feel a little uneasy. I should go check on her."

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"I go."

Lin Yan said.

Asuna nodded.

Just as he was about to reach the main staircase door, he saw a figure flash by. At the same time, he saw that the person was holding a gleaming dagger, pressed against someone's back.

That person was—

Argo.

The man's voice was cold, and his smile was cunning.

"It's showtiii~me."

His voice was hoarse, deep, and cold, even carrying a hint of mockery.

"Who?"

Argo asked, sensing that the other party was up to no good and that it was best not to make any rash moves at this moment.

"Don't move, or I can't guarantee my hand won't tremble, and then blood will flow everywhere..."

Lin Yan couldn't see the person's face, but he felt that the voice and tone were very similar to PKer Morty.

"It cannot cause harm within the circle."

Argo said calmly.

"The circle only extends to the city's forecourt; the city itself is considered a labyrinth, Miss Information Broker. You've been getting quite close to Mr. Blacky lately."

"you……"

Argo felt a chill run through his body.

There is no [OuterField] indicator for this ancient city ruin.

However, the boundary between the inside and outside of the circle is indeed unclear in this area.

"What exactly do you want to do?"

Argo asked again.

Argo had actually done a good job. If an ordinary girl were threatened like that, she would probably be sobbing uncontrollably, trembling, and pale-faced. But Argo kept thinking about how to escape from this villain's clutches.

"Purpose? No, I just found it interesting."

"interesting?"

"This is a grand festival. Wouldn't it be better if one or two murders occurred during such a lively festival?"

That's crazy.

Only that man could say that.

It's simply insane.

Completely inhuman.

Lin Yan immediately thought of the man who had tried to incite a fight between ALS and DKB—[the man in the black raincoat]!

Argo may have just instinctively sensed the man's threat, but Lin Yan knew that this [man in the black raincoat] could use level 5 paralyzing poison.

Lin Yan kicked him away without hesitation.

The man in the black raincoat seemed completely unaware of Lin Yan, and the most inexplicable anti-crime code was not activated.

"Shi...!"

[The man in the black raincoat] cursed.

"Oh...whoa!!"

By now, the man in the black raincoat was clearly visible; he was burly and wore a black hooded short raincoat. The hood covered his entire face, and the only thing visible was his black curly hair, which had drooped to his shoulders.

[The man in the black raincoat] jumps backward repeatedly.

"Mr. Blacky!"

Mr. Blacky threw out a small sphere, which exploded instantly—it was a smokescreen!?

When the smoke cleared, the man in the black raincoat had disappeared, and Lin Yan only saw a medium-sized knife.

It is completely black.

Its design is simple and unadorned.

Lin Yan weighed it in his hand; it did have some weight to it.

"Lin Yan."

Asuna also saw the figure of the [man in the black raincoat] leaving. Her slender body rushed into Lin Yan's arms without saying a word.

That warm feeling wafted over.

Asuna felt a little relieved.

Argo, standing to the side, blushed slightly at the sight.

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Argo thought to himself, "Those otaku probably never imagined their goddess would be so proactive!" The subtle smile on Asuna's face made her blush even more, and her eyes flickered.

He changed the subject.

"Who attacked you? Argo."

Argo shook his head in confusion.

Lin Yan's gaze followed the direction the man had fled, and he said in a low voice, "Just a little mouse. You should know him, [the man in the black raincoat]..."

"[The man in the black raincoat]?"

Asuna's eyes showed surprise. She had previously come into contact with the [Black Raincoat Man] and was quite wary of him. She had also been trying to figure out what kind of conspiracy the [Black Raincoat Man] was behind.

Her gaze shifted from doubt to determination.

"So it was the [man in the black raincoat]. So that explains his reason for attacking Argo..."

"It's probably because she's been getting too close to us."

Lin Yan said those words.

It was something Asuna couldn't say.

Asuna looked at Argo with a serious expression. She did not deny Lin Yan's conclusion; great minds think alike.