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0213 Lin Yan vs. Heathcliff [Please Subscribe]

His face was thin, but he looked somewhat like a scholar.

Her iron-gray hair hung down on her elegant forehead.

He was wearing a bright red robe, which made him look nothing like a swordsman; rather, it gave off an inexplicable sense of incongruity.

Especially those eyes.

Those brass-colored pupils were different from ordinary people's.

It truly possesses a commanding presence.

The person who was most surprised was Kayaba Akihiko himself. The moment he made eye contact with Lin Yan, he felt a sense of shock.

It was an overwhelming and awe-inspiring force.

This feeling was completely different from when he encountered danger in the past, after all, the biggest boss behind this SAO was Kayaba Akihiko.

But at this moment—

Goosebumps instantly rose all over his body.

"I don't know why the guild leader is so insistent on inviting me. I've already said that I have no interest in any guild."

"You are Asuna, just as the rumors say."

Heathcliff did not show the slightest smile.

The voice, however, was very flat.

"I invited you because the Knights of the Blood Oath have always valued talent. Only by bringing talent together can we maximize their potential."

"Could it be that Asuna, who has been so busy with the strategy guide, has become less enthusiastic about it?"

Heathcliff was much more eloquent than the person Lin Yan remembered.

Perhaps this was originally one aspect of Heathcliff, or Kayaba Akihiko, who was simply unable to intervene in the original story.

But they were unwilling to just watch the game unfold.

And therefore unable to participate.

"Don't jump to conclusions so quickly. Isn't that Mr. Lin over there?"

Heathcliff looked at Lin Yan, the chill he had felt earlier gone. However, his suspicions had deepened. What kind of terrifying person could control their power so perfectly?

"Yes, I am Lin Yan."

“I am not only Lin Yan, I am also the Man in Black and Deadsword.”

Lin Yan told Asuna everything, which surprised her greatly. Why would he do that?

Asuna, however, was somewhat confused.

"So you are Deadsword, the man in black, hahahahaha."

Heathcliff burst out laughing.

"I spent so much time, energy, manpower and resources but still couldn't find out his true identity. I never expected it to be you, Boss Lin."

"Boss Lin is truly powerful and all-powerful, able to control everything with one hand."

"All-powerful, able to cover up the sky? I dare not accept such praise. It should be said that someone is like that, manipulating everyone with ease."

Lin Yan's eyes may seem ordinary, but beneath that ordinariness lies a sharp edge that only those with exceptional insight can perceive.

Even Asuna couldn't.

She was blinded by her own involvement.

None of the others present could see it, except for Heathcliff, also known as Kayaba Akihiko.

Heathcliff gave those men a look.

"Then let's go take care of other matters first, Commander."

"They left first."

"I just remembered I have something to do too."

……

Those people really understood perfectly...

0214 Declined invitation [Please subscribe]

After Heathcliff's hint, they all left. These were core members of the Knights of the Blood Oath, but none of them knew that Heathcliff's true identity was actually the man they so deeply hated—

Kayaba Akihiko!!!

That's why they were so obedient and devoted to him.

Although Kayaba Akihiko couldn't be sure if Lin Yan knew his secret, he felt uneasy.

"Mr. Lin Yan, you flatter me."

Heathcliff smiled faintly and tapped his fingers lightly on the table a few times.

"If Mr. Lin Yan hadn't been absent, KOB wouldn't have been able to take down the upper level. That time was truly dangerous, and someone almost lost their life here. Everyone says our Blood Oath Knights are very strong, but... I know even more that some people can single-handedly fight against a million soldiers..."

"I invited Asuna to join us only to consolidate our strength and to prevent more casualties in the future."

"Asuna's strength is undeniable, but I never expected Mr. Lin Yan to come to our Blood Oath Knights, nor did I expect that the black-clad swordsman would actually be Mr. Lin Yan..."

"Thank you for the compliment."

Lin Yan didn't care about these details.

He didn't care about Kayaba Akihiko or anyone else; the only thing he cared about was a game.

In 2022, human technological capabilities finally enabled the actual creation of a fully virtual cyberspace. Major electronics manufacturer ARGUS developed a new generation of consumer-grade terminal called NERvGear, which enabled the full virtual cyberspace stealth to be utilized in general online games. Sword Art Online (SAO) was the first large-scale VRMMO to utilize this advanced technology.

It is also the only one.

The world Lin Yan lives in still uses PC online games or mobile games.

While some technologies can create an immersive experience, they are on a completely different level from fully immersive virtual space exploration.

"However, the invitation from the commander's subordinate is quite unusual. He has been persistently pestering me, completely disregarding my feelings and wishes."

Lin Yan was quite outspoken.

His temperament is actually quite unpredictable; sometimes he's aloof, sometimes he's straightforward, and sometimes...

"Kladier's actions were indeed wrong, and I have already made him reflect on them. Mr. Lin Yan is magnanimous enough not to hold it against him, is he?"

"If Asuna joins, I will immediately make her the vice-captain."

Kayaba Akihiko's gaze wasn't fixed on Asuna, but on Lin Yan. He knew even more clearly that Asuna herself wasn't the one who made the decision.

Although this seems to be Asuna's problem.

However, Kayaba Akihiko had also heard some news: Asuna and Boss Lin were getting close. Since Lin Yan was also the black-clad swordsman, then the previous strategy made sense.

Moreover, whether or not he could persuade Asuna to join the Knights of the Blood Oath was no longer the most important thing; it was Lin Yan.

Lin Yan is the most important thing, and that has become Kayaba Akihiko's target.

"You may refuse my invitation, but I have one more request."

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"what?"

Before Asuna could speak, Lin Yan spoke first.

Asuna, understanding the unspoken message, didn't continue.

"Challenge me."

Kayaba Akihiko, also known as Heathcliff, said.

Asuna truly didn't understand Heathcliff's thinking. Hadn't he invited her to join the Knights of the Blood Oath? Why was he going to fight Lin Yan?

But upon closer reflection, it seems I can begin to understand the mysterious man's thoughts.

Whether in front of others or in his other identity, Lin Yan is a person of exceptional strength, which is evident to all.

So, as the leader of the Knights of the Blood Oath, this equally powerful man...

He was quite confident in his abilities, which is why he wanted to have a one-on-one PK battle with Lin Yan.

This is probably the desire for victory of the strong.

To defeat others.

Is it really that important?

Asuna didn't understand.

"I wonder if Mr. Lin Yan will accept?" Heathcliff said casually, but in reality, it was the biggest provocation.

If Lin Yan refuses, it means that Lin Yan is afraid to accept Heathcliff's challenge.

Therefore, he had no choice but to accept it.

Of course, this was just Heathcliff's opinion; he would never know that Lin Yan's acceptance of his challenge was merely a spur-of-the-moment decision.

G.

"Since you're so eager to see who's the better fighter, then let's settle this with a duel."

The date was agreed upon.

Lin Yan and Asuna returned to Lin Yan's shop. Fortunately, he was already asleep, but Asuna was rather sullen.

"I'm hungry."

Lin Yan said this.

In truth, Asuna was very happy when he said that. Her favorite and happiest thing was preparing delicious food and cooking for Lin Yan. This was an impulsive decision made when facing someone she liked, though her face didn't reflect it.

"Hmph, so you do know how to eat?"

"Yes, I'm really hungry."

"If you're really hungry, then just stay hungry."

"Are you really going to let me go hungry? I feel a bit of a stomachache. It's really strange that I can have a stomachache in this virtual world."

This is indeed strange.

Asuna didn't bother to refute, and she couldn't help but smile.

"I just can't do anything with you, you're such a little rascal, you know that..."

"What do I know?"

A voice inside Asuna's head said, "You know I can't refuse your request, yet you treat me like this."

Asuna prepared a meal for Lin Yan with great care.

Delicious food always brought Lin Yan warmth, and he knew that the only person in this world who could bring him warmth was Asuna.

Of course, Sachi will too.

However, if Sachi were still awake at this moment, she would definitely prepare a meal for Lin Yan. Besides Asuna, Sachi is the one who treats Lin Yan the best.

But fortune is different.

Unlike Asuna.

"Why do you insist on accepting his challenge? That Heathcliff is no ordinary person... You must be careful, I've also heard about his strength..."

"Okay, I understand. I just did it on a whim."

"Actually, I believe you."

Seeing Lin Yan's smile, Asuna's anger vanished instantly. In truth, she wasn't really angry, and she would never be angry at Lin Yan.

She was just worried about Lin Yan.