You tell me, this is called daily youth?

After saying goodbye to the children, the three continued their walk.

At this time, the last sunlight had already set. There was no moonlight, no stars, and it was pitch black all around. Only the sound of the tide could be heard.

No one asked when they would go home, and no one knew where their destination was. The lighthouse in the distance looked like a firefly, and as they walked, they heard someone talking in front.

It was a man and a woman, who seemed to be whispering something, and immediately shut up when they heard someone approaching.

Yuuki could only see a silhouette and asked tentatively, "Kitahara Iori?"

"Sky Island Yuki? What a coincidence, you're here for a walk too?" The young man glanced around, his eyes seemingly able to see through the night. "Oh, this is your friend from Tokyo. Did you bring him to Izu specifically to see the sea?"

player! ?

Kaguya tensed her muscles instantly, and Mai also became a little alert. They could feel that the gaze was not simple, but they deliberately looked away when it passed over their faces.

"You and Chisa are out for a walk too?" Yuki didn't answer directly. He could see the short-haired girl nodding to him, then looking at the two people behind her curiously.

"No, I just came out to get some fresh air after getting drunk. Speaking of which, Tokita-senpai is right up ahead. You'd better turn back. A girl from Tokyo may not understand the customs of Izu."

Damn, is baseball boxing a custom in Izu?

Yuki turned around decisively, but he knew that Kitahara Iori was not just venturing out, he must have a lot to say to Chisa, and he did have some insight.

"Hey, is it fun for you to be so busy all day long?"

After taking a few steps, the young man's voice came from afar. It was obvious that he had guessed what happened in Tokyo.

"It's boring, but there are always times when it's extremely meaningful." Yuuki didn't explain, just waved his hand casually, "By the way, my female friend in Tokyo is someone else."

The night was silent for a few seconds, and as the night wind carried the curse of "You beast deserve to die", Yuki just smiled and pretended nothing happened.

After a brief contact, they each left. Kaguya couldn't hold it in any longer and was about to ask who this dangerous player was, but the crisp sound of "ding-ling-ling" interrupted her and she had to shut her mouth.

"You finally called me. I thought you were seriously injured and had passed away." Yuki answered the phone and greeted him like an old friend.

"I'm not physically injured, and you've already guessed the outcome, so there's no need for me to report this specifically." Ayanokouji Kiyotaka had no sense of humor and didn't intend to beat around the bush. He simply asked, "When can we meet?"

"Okay, no problem for me." Yuki answered decisively, obviously guessing this step.

"Then how do you see it?"

"Someone will contact you later. The time is set for tomorrow."

"no problem."

The call ended without a single word. Yuki put the phone back into his trouser pocket and turned around helplessly.

"I just took a day off and now I'm back to work."

"Do you want me to accompany you?" Mai asked immediately.

"With Hiyori here, go do your thing, senior. You finally get back together, try to relax." Yuuki cares about other people's feelings and looks at Kaguya: "As for you, you can stay in my room. Hayasaka should be back tomorrow."

Is Hayasaka finally coming?

Kaguya felt faintly happy, but also distressed, not knowing what expression to use to say goodbye.

She suppressed her emotions and asked coldly, "Are you going alone? Aren't you afraid of danger?"

"I like to work with smart people. This way, there will be fewer tricks and we won't insult each other's intelligence." Yuki answered the question irrelevantly, raised his head, and slowly disappeared into the darkness. Some things don't need to be said out loud.

Saving you is just a matter of convenience, this is the greatest significance of participating in the war.

Chapter 21 Game Secrets

There are many things Yuki wants to know. After going through three copies, he has deeper questions every time.

The reincarnation game seemed to be an extremely patient narrator. As the qualifications increased, the permissions were gradually opened up. Normal players called it "growth". Yuki found out more things and realized that it was not that simple.

But even if Kaguya Shinomiya is included, there are only five people in the team, and none of them have much experience. It will take forever for me to find out by myself.

He had neither the mind nor the time to waste on real-life interpersonal relationships. Coincidentally, there happened to be someone around him who had interest and resources in this area, so it was only natural for him to do a little favor in exchange for information.

The next day, Yuki arrived in Fukuoka after many twists and turns, and then took a boat out to sea to Aosu Island.

The island is very small, located dozens of kilometers north of Fukuoka. It was once inhabited by hundreds of fishermen, but now young people are flocking to the city and the island is deserted.

What Yuki wants is a place with few people. That’s the good thing about Neon. Even though Tokyo is so crowded, there’s not even a ghost to be seen in the countryside.

Yuki, dressed like a student in light-colored jeans and a white short-sleeved shirt, stood at the bow of the ship. The Fool's Mask transformed him into a teenager of fifteen or sixteen. Not long after, a long island appeared in his sight.

There is a small pier on the island. Some old two-story houses are built against the mountain, but most of them have their doors and windows closed. There are also a few old men who can't even open their eyes fishing on the pier. They raise their heads slightly when they see someone coming.

What day is it today? There are actually quite a few young people here. Apart from the doctor who occasionally comes to the island, they haven’t seen anyone of this age for a long time.

Yuki jumped off the boat and looked at the figures standing not far from the dock. He never thought that his first face-to-face encounter with Ayanokouji Kiyotaka would be under the watchful eyes of a group of dying old men.

The young man was standing on the shore, with Shiina Hiyori and Sakayanagi Arisu beside him. He also saw Yuki, looked him up and down, and walked onto the covered bridge in silence.

The two young men of "similar age" walked towards each other without shaking hands or any formalities, and stopped about one meter apart.

You looked at me, I looked at you, no one spoke, but a huge amount of information flashed through our minds.

Unlike my impression, Lu Ge seems more ruthless and mature. Yeah, after all, he's the type who can adapt to different situations. The reincarnation game is much more interesting than the middle school students' brawl.

I can't smell blood. Does this person have a split personality or something? No wonder he gives me the impression of a combination of a strategist and a reckless man. That's fine. I don't like talking to brainless people.

They each formed their first impression, and in the end it was Ayanokouji Kiyotaka who broke the silence.

"The place you chose for the meeting is strange. I've never heard of a private conversation being the center of attention."

"But this is the safest way. If anyone wants to deal with us, they will be discovered as soon as they get on the island."

"Well, thinking backwards, you expected me to erase the memories of the people on the island?"

"What else? I've disguised myself, but you're not prepared at all?" Yuuki spread his hands and saw that Ayanokouji Kiyotaka, who had been tricked by him, showed no emotion at all. He nodded in satisfaction.

"You're quite broad-minded. No wonder you didn't spend time looking for Hiyori."

"Because you are worthy of my caution." Ayanokouji didn't say much. It would be easy for him to dig out Shiina Hiyori, and there was no surprise when the latter revealed her identity.

Shiina Hiyori cannot be considered a hostage, but she is still in the academy, which gives me peace of mind. As for this person's disguise, it is not a big deal.

His identity concerns the lives of many people. As long as he can hide in the dark, no one dares to touch Shiina Hiwa.

"Thank you."

Yuki accepted the respect calmly, then raised his head to look at the two people walking onto the pier.

Sakayanagi Arisu, who was leaning on a crutch and looked frail, felt like she could be blown down by the wind, but Yuki felt a sense of oppression and immediately realized that this woman was not simple.

Her eyes were filled with curiosity, and she didn't bother to hide it at all. Those fox-like eyes had looked at him dozens of times.

Shiina Hiyori still looks like the girl next door. Even when she greets someone with a faint smile, it makes people want to pinch her little face.

The two men approached each other, then separated clearly, standing behind their own commander like counselors, still equally matched.

"I didn't expect that Shiina from Class C is your teammate. This makes me determined to meet you." Ayanokouji said lightly. Ordinary people really don't understand the meaning of his words.

"A person's value isn't determined by their ability to kill, especially in the Samsara game." Yuuki didn't hide it. Hiyori looked harmless. "Please, let's talk while we walk. It's uncomfortable to be stared at by a group of dying people."

There is an abandoned shrine on the mountain in the center of the island, which offers a panoramic view of the surrounding area and is safer to talk there.

Stepping onto the moss-covered stone steps and going deep into the forest, Yuki nodded from time to time and learned the details of the battle from Ayanokouji.

This is a backhand punch, digging a hole and waiting for the enemy to jump in. As for the "black hole", it is also reasonable. Without some trump cards, how can you dare to fight the strong with the weak?

'Zhou' also knew that there must be a trump card, so he took a very cautious approach. He even found out that the academy was divided into two factions. He only needed to contact the other faction and let them serve as cannon fodder to break it.

"But I took action and broke the standoff. As a large player organization, we can't just turn a blind eye. The damage caused by doing so would be greater than war."

Yuki laughed. He had thought about being a lone ranger, but never intended to form a large organization. As the saying goes, it's lonely at the top. On the surface, it satisfied his desire for power, and he felt extremely safe with hundreds of younger brothers.

But in reality, we have no choice. We have to jump into the trap even though we know it is a trap, otherwise all the order established before will be lost.

Moreover, organizations based on money and security guarantees are more troublesome because they lack identity recognition such as classmates or comrades-in-arms, and a new sociological system needs to be rebuilt.

"You've certainly helped me a lot. If it weren't for your perfect timing, the outcome of this battle would have been unpredictable." Ayanokouji walked past the tilted torii gate and turned around, his eyes filled with gratitude. "Also, I'm curious how you found such a perfect target like Nijimasa Shinomiya, and how you were surrounded by so many players."

Because it was a coincidence, no, to be more precise, it was my quick reaction.

Yuki's mouth twitched slightly. He had connected two things that were originally unrelated. However, he did not explain, but simply said:

"Destiny is so unpredictable, but it can be interfered with by human will."

Destiny-related items or features?

Ayanokouji nodded slightly, indicating that he understood. The question that had puzzled him for several days finally had an answer.

Passing through the decayed and faded torii gate, the four of them had already reached the last stone step. The shrine in front of them was deserted, and the sound of cicadas could be heard from the dense trees.

This place has been abandoned for a long time. Looking back, you can see the small pier and the vast ocean, which gives you a unique sense of openness.

The two found a bench and sat down. Arisu Sakayanagi and Hiyori Shiina stood behind them naturally, obviously knowing that the real show was about to begin.

"Before that, I have a question." Yuki pondered for a moment, then asked curiously, "Aren't you afraid of death when the weak face the strong?"

Without the variable of Yuki, Ayanokouji's chances of winning are actually slim, and a smart man like him will not act rashly.

"You might as well broaden your horizons and not limit yourself to Japan. Players of the reincarnation game come from all over the world." Ayanokouji had been waiting for him to ask this and answered without hesitation.

"The world? Who's the big boss behind you?" Yuki immediately became interested. This relationship is quite complicated.

This is normal, as he has worked with tyrants and others.

"I can only say that they are friends I met during missions." The boy paused and said in a voice that was slightly admiring, "Have you heard of the 'Fighting God'?"

"The one from Shenzhou?" Yuki knew him, of course. He had heard of him from the forum. "Then why not ask him for a favor? He's more reliable than a variable like me, right?"

"Because he feels that time is running out and he has no time."

"What time?"

"I'm sorry, I can't tell you, or I'll be obliterated."

Yuki shut up immediately. This was the reason why he made this special trip, to get more information from Ayanokouji Kiyotaka so that he could make preparations in advance.

He has discovered many suspicious points. Take this battle for example, both sides seem very anxious. Otherwise, as long as the core is not dead, they can continue to kill people and there is no need to fight desperately.

Obliteration is indeed related to the reincarnation game. He can't say it, but I can guess.

Yuki stroked his chin and asked coldly, "Is this related to the 'evolution' information you gave me last time?"

"Yes." The young man nodded decisively. He certainly knew what Yuki wanted. This desire to explore was the basis of cooperation.

"Time is specific to players?"

"of course."

"This piece of information requires seniority and authority to unlock, and it's vague?"

“It’s not just about qualifications, it’s also about evaluation.”

"Is it because of this that Sigong Huangguang didn't consider expanding the organization indefinitely? Is he more concerned about making plans for the future?"

"should be."

"The role of the organization is to assist and find helpers?"

"That's for sure. The power of an individual and a team is completely different."

“Is this an isolated case or a common occurrence?”

"It's only true for us, but previous players didn't know."

Yuuki paused for a moment, then leaned forward nervously. "So, will the player be eliminated directly?"

"It's dangerous, but not that exaggerated."

That's good. I thought he would die immediately after reaching a certain level. This contradicts the clues I found before.

A series of quick questions and answers. Looking at each one individually, Ayanokouji said nothing, and even if they were combined, it would be difficult to get an answer. But if you add what Yuuki has found out himself and add some imagination, you can arrange the contents into different combinations.

Yuki leaned back against the wet chair, rubbed his eyebrows with his fingers, and looked at Shiina Hiyori who was concentrating beside him.

"I see."

Chapter 5 Perhaps He is Extraordinary (K)

Inductive, recollective, imaginative, and concluding.

Yuki connected the known information with the questions just asked, including his guesses about the selection mechanism and what he saw and heard in "Those in the know are confused".

The erased information from the player forums, Zhou's acceptance of his false identity, his inability to improve his physical fitness, the origin of the Hunter's musket, the evil god that transcended the dungeon, the invitation he extended to me...