Super God: If I punch you, you will die

Ruihui's voice was childish, and she spoke each word slowly and deliberately, with great seriousness.

It seems you practiced many times before.

"Thank you... Sister Shino... for saving Mizue and Mom."

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In that instant, Asada Shino's vision blurred.

It took her a while to realize that Asada Shino was already in tears, her tears seemingly unstoppable.

It dripped down, drop by drop.

She couldn't even hold back her tears.

How much grievance, confusion, expectation, and resentment are contained in these tears?

At that moment, a small hand grasped Asada Shino's trembling hand.

Her little hands are very soft.

But it was very warm.

Perhaps, deep down, Shino Asada had always longed for such an opportunity, a chance to redeem herself, and a person to redeem her.

This little hand grasped Asada Shino's hand, and perhaps it really could pull Asada Shino out of the shadows of the past.

At least there is hope.

"Thank you, sister. Goodbye."

Asada Shino saw the mother and daughter off. She may not be able to find salvation immediately, but a glimmer of hope has appeared in her heart.

Inside the cafe.

Asada Shino was extremely grateful.

"Thank you so much for everything you've done for me. I will always remember it."

She smiled.

It was a genuine smile.

Asada Shino looked at Asuna, Lin Yan, and Lisbeth.

She finally made friends.

No one has ever gone to such lengths and effort for her since she was a child, just so that she could emerge from the shadows of her past.

"We're all friends, no need to be so polite."

Lisbeth smiled brightly.

Asuna smiled gently as well.

"By the way, Lin Yan, where do you live? I've never been to your house before," Lisbeth suddenly asked.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have been granted one chance to win a prize.]

Lin Yan was startled.

[Do you want to enter the prize draw immediately?]

"Yes."

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained a Time Travel Card*1. You can use this card to choose a world to travel to. You can only use it once. 24 hours remaining.]

[Use immediately?]

Is the Sword Art Online arc finally coming to an end? Although there are still Mother's Hymn, Alicization, and other arcs to come, now that it's over, and Lin Yan seems to have discovered something, this time he can choose any world.

So, is it possible to return to the original world?

My memories of that world are becoming increasingly hazy.

Sometimes Lin Yan even doubted whether he could go back.

However, since there is an opportunity...

Lin Yan will consider it carefully.

"Lin Yan, what are you thinking about?"

"nothing."

Lin Yan smiled and looked at Asuna.

"There's still a long road ahead, and you might encounter more difficulties." Lin Yan knew that Asuna would meet Yuki again, but Alicization probably wouldn't happen, so Asuna's biggest crisis had been resolved.

As for Yuki, that was Asuna's destiny.

It should not be cut off.

"I want to go home."

Lin Yan said.

His tone was very calm.

"You want to leave?"

Asuna's eyes were filled with astonishment. She had thought that once that hellish experience was over, she could be with Lin Yan forever, but she never expected this. Lin Yan had previously revealed that he didn't actually belong here, and that he also wanted to go home.

"Is it far? You and Asuna..."

Lisbeth wanted to speak, but Asuna stopped her.

She smiled, a relieved smile.

"Lin Yan, whatever decision you make, I will support you."

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"Whether you choose to leave or stay, I will support you."

Asuna looked at Lin Yan.

From the moment Kayaba Akihiko declared SAO a death game, requiring everyone to conquer 100 floors of Aincrad to escape, plunging everyone into despair... until they met Lin Yan. The two accompanied each other through level after level.

It's no exaggeration to say that Lin Yan was the one who saved Asuna.

Even in the initial despair.

Or every step we take from now on.

Lin Yan was always by their side.

Asuna's feelings for Lin Yan included gratitude as well as admiration. It wasn't the kind of admiration a fan has for an idol, but rather a mixture of a young girl's tender feelings.

Springtime feelings are stirring within me.

He secretly harbored feelings for her.

At that time, she was with Lin Yan.

She was mostly taken care of by Lin Yan, and felt incredibly sweet inside. Even if they ultimately failed to conquer the hundredth floor of Aincrad, Asuna would never regret it.

but--

Asuna sometimes feels lost.

If they actually manage to conquer the 100th floor of Aincrad, then they will have to return to the real world.

Then.

Does this mean that her relationship with Lin Yan is coming to an end?

Although Lin Yan also said that they would meet again if they were destined to.

She remained uneasy.

Now, Lin Yan has stated that he wants to leave, since he mentioned that his home is far away. Perhaps he's here for tourism, work assignments, or some other reason.

Regardless, he was leaving.

Asuna didn't ask whether it was leaving for a while or leaving forever.

Even if I never come back?

Lin Yan said.

Asuna was slightly taken aback, and then her eyes became a little moist.

Yet she stubbornly refused to shed a tear.

Tears welled up in her clear eyes, yet Asuna wore a radiant smile that tugged at the heartstrings.

Even if you never come back, I will still wish you well.

Asuna said.

Tears streamed down her face.

Lin Yan originally thought this was a virtual world, at least not a world worth staying in for him. But now, seeing Asuna's tears, he had the first thought of giving up on the time travel.

Perhaps he wanted to stay too...

"Thank you, Asuna."

Lin Yan and Asuna locked eyes.

They stared at each other.

Lisbeth gestured, and everyone else left, leaving only Asuna and Lin Yan, who needed some time alone.

They were also reluctant to part with Lin Yan.

But everyone knew very well that Asuna was the one who would miss Lin Yan the most.

"You don't need to thank me. If it weren't for you, I don't think I would have been able to get out of that game at all. The initial despair was enough to kill me."

"So you don't owe me anything."

"Actually, I selfishly thought that I could keep you here. But I thought about it, I have my life, and you have yours. Maybe we are just people who are destined to meet but not to be together."

"I can't be too selfish. I can't only think about myself. I also have to put myself in your shoes and think about you."

"Don't worry, Lin Yan."

Asuna gazed tenderly at Lin Yan, every word she spoke uttered with utmost sincerity.

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"Thank you for your understanding, Asuna."

Lin Yan said with a smile.

In Asuna's eyes, this was the gentlest smile, the warmest and purest smile in the world, and the most precious.

Asuna will never forget this moment.

It will forever be etched in the deepest part of my heart.

"When are you leaving?"

"At this time tomorrow... there are less than 24 hours left..."

Lin Yan told him the truth.

"I'll go deliver it..."

"no need."

Lin Yan refused.

Asuna didn't press Lin Yan any further. Instead, she nodded and said with a smile through her tears, "Since you're leaving, let's cherish these last moments. Besides, even if we cross borders, it's not that far. I can always come find you."

"And we can also connect online."

"Could I have your email address?"

Asuna was even somewhat incoherent.