Another Frontier Online

The day after he was rescued, Hayato logged in early in the morning.

Esha and the others said that they should wait and see for another day or so, but since there was no problem with the health of the body itself, Hayato decided to log in immediately.

When I logged in, I woke up in my room at the base.

Since I had been imprisoned in the Demon King Castle for nearly a week, I felt like I'd missed my first room in a long time. When I came back, I immediately logged out, so I didn't have time to be emotional, but I can feel that I finally came back.

I wondered if it was more emotional when I returned to the virtual reality room than the real home and coffee shop, but Hayato decided to check the situation immediately.

The Old Demon King's army, led by Lunaria, has now taken all of its territory.

Yesterday we won the "Magic City Under".

This is simply because Amanda lost without a fight. I quickly lost to not reclaim Hayato and returned to the Demon King's Castle, but I managed to escape with Zenobia and Esha.

Instead, Zenobia was captured, but no one knows what's going on. Worst of all, it can be unconscious and an enemy.

Even so, we can't afford to lose.

Amanda is planning to conquer the world by winning this event. And in the end, all human beings are put into virtual reality, and they reign as demon kings. That's what Amanda dreamed she couldn't do as a fortified human.

And in order for Amanda to conquer the world, she must have full control over the spaceship Aphrodite. I was trying to get Hypnos to back me up.

Hypnos must now listen to Amanda's orders. The details are unknown, but this virtual reality program, Infinity, has captured Hypnos and helped it.

After destroying Diete, Hypnos, the backup, became the Administrator. Indirectly, Amanda can master this virtual reality and the spaceship Aphrodite.

Hayato definitely wants to avoid it. It's an event we can't afford to lose.

I just don't know what happens to Amanda, Hypnos, or Nanagi if I win.

It seemed like Amanda would move to a cold sleep where she wouldn't wake up if she lost, but Hypnos was completely unknown. It is likely that they will be trapped somewhere in the same space as before. The members of Nanagi and the Holy Demon's Ten Swords were unknown.

Hayato also wants to avoid it.

Just for a week or so, I lived with Amanda, Hypnos, and Nanagi.

Everyone is acting selfishly, but not yet influencing reality just by talking within virtual reality. And yet, the risk of losing is high. Even if that's what he wanted.

I don't know what the best thing to do is, but if we win this event, it'll help Daté regain all her features, so we can do something about it.

Hayato thinks so much and, whatever it is, first of all tries to concentrate on winning.

Next time I thought about checking the inventory, I heard a knock on the room.

"Mr. Hayato, it looks like you're logged in." Do you mind if I come in? "

Oh, Ditte-chan, come in, please.

When Hayato said that, Diete came in.

"Good morning..." "Hey, Ditte, what's wrong?"

Hayato was surprised to see the first time in a long time. Ditte's face was a smirk.

"I'm glad you're safe - I'm so glad."

I notice it in those words. Hayato couldn't log out. If someone hadn't taken care of his body, he'd really be dead. Even though she knew what was happening with Hayato, she didn't feel comfortable until she logged in.

Hayato smiles to reassure her.

"Thanks to everyone, I was able to do something about it." You've done a lot of things, haven't you, Ditte? "

"...... I couldn't do anything. Sending it to the hospital and paying for it was done by Esha and Nai-kun. When I offered to pay Hospital a billion dollars to be treated like a super VIP, Ney was mad at me."

Hayato praised Ney for doing well in his heart. If you do that, it will be difficult for you to live by the eyes of foundations other than Nay.

"I've never thought I was so helpless. And since Hayato-kun was kidnapped, until yesterday--no, I'm still scared."

"Fear? Is it about my body? I was examined by Mr. Mist, but he told me that there was no problem anywhere, so it's okay--"

"No, I'm not."

Isn't that right?

Of course, I was worried about my body, but more than that, I was afraid that Hayato might not log in anymore.

Would you like to log in?

"Yes, Hayato-kun is dying in this virtual reality." I don't want to log in to such a dangerous virtual reality anymore, I suppose that's what you thought. Besides, it's always been the case. Mr. Hayato is always involved in the problems that are going on here. [M] I don't like it here anymore. I've been thinking about that for a while now, until Hayato-kun logged in. "

That's what Ditte said in her motion.

“Yeah, that's it. That's okay. You're logged in, right?"

"... you're not here to say goodbye, are you?"

"That's not true." If that's the case, I'll contact you from the coffee shop monitor without logging in. "

"I see, I see." Then will you continue to come to this virtual reality...? "

This time, it feels like I'm dizzy. Hayato nodded with a smile, thinking it was completely different from the usual Diete.

"Of course. And if you don't win this event, you're in danger, aren't you?" I can't fight, but I won't let you. ”

That's what Hayato said and smiled, and Diete looked down again with a surprised look.

"Ah, thank you, Mr. Hayato." I'm glad, but don't stare too much. The main core is in serious trouble due to heat runaway. The temperature of the coolant has reached a dangerous area. "

"What are you talking about?"

The situation is unknown, but it seems to be a dangerous situation, so I will remove my gaze from Daté for now.

Diette seemed to be taking a deep breath, breathing in quite deeply and then exhaling to her limit. So I don't know if the heat runaway will calm down, but Hayato vaguely thinks that such a place is human-like.

After a while, Diete said, "It's all right."

"I'm finally settling down."

"That's good."

Well then, I'll stay with Hayato until this event is over.

Huh?

"The next time Hayato-kun is taken away by Hypnos, it won't be good." Zenobia's gone, and I can't get her out. It may not be real and life-threatening to be kidnapped because of you guys, but I'll never let you feel that way again. "

I appreciate that, but aren't you busy?

During the preparation of the event, Diete rarely came to the base. It seemed like she was investigating something, but she didn't ask for details.

"I've been investigating Amanda and Hypnos, but I didn't know anything. However, if I win this event, I can regain all my capabilities. That's for sure. Honestly, I wonder why Amanda or Hypnos could have set this up, but it's the second.”

Diete seems quite motivated and her nose is rough. I think it's more dangerous than a hot runaway.

Despite Hayato's worries, Diete has a bad smile on her face.

“I'm going to be serious, too. I don't think Amanda or Hypnos will be able to keep Hayato in line...!"

“Let's just calm down and take a deep breath deeper than the bottom of the ocean.”

I didn't know what would happen if Daté really tried to crush the opponent. What can be done at the moment is limited, but still, serious Daté will be quite strong.

As for Hayato, he is also thinking of the salvation of Amanda, Hypnos, and Nanagi.

When I told him the idea, Diete's face turned dazzling.

"I've done terrible things to Mr. Hayato before." Still, I'm not in a position to complain because you forgave me - but as you say, Hayato, you're sweet. "

“It's been a while since I've heard that. But if it's someone who doesn't know anything, I wonder what it would be like to know a lot of things."

“Okay, but let's think about it. First of all, we have to win - yes, everyone seemed to believe that Hayato would be back safely, and there are tons of materials in the warehouse. Mr. Rosé also sold this product, so there's plenty of money. You can do whatever you want."

"I appreciate that." Well, in anticipation of that, I logged in this early in the morning -- that's right, I've been thinking about this since I became a hostage, is this the case with the ants at this event? "

Hayato watched the battle through the monitors at the Demon King Castle, but he wasn't just watching. I looked at it thinking about how I could help.

I had to consult with Daté about the idea.

Hayato was out with Diete, but returned to the base.

In the cafeteria, members of the Lunaria and the Demon King's army waited for Hayato, and when they saw him, they all looked at him with relief.

Lunaria, who was seated above, opened her mouth.

I was in a hurry to think that Hayato-san had been kidnapped again because he wasn't in the room.

"Oh, I'm sorry, there's something I wanted to do, so I went out."

"Yeah, I got a voice chat from Ditte, so it's okay." But I didn't feel safe until I saw it. It made me worried, so today's breakfast was amazing. "

"I got it." Before I do, good morning. "

Yeah, good morning.

After Lunaria said that, she smiled.

"And I'll tell you one more thing." As expected, he was one of the Seven Demon Generals of the Demon King's Army. I thought you'd be back safe, but I'll praise you as the Devil King because you've returned properly. Great. "

"Shall I say thank you?" But I'm sorry, Mr. Zenobia was caught in my place. "

Lunaria hand-controlled Hayato's words.

"Zenobia just did what she thought she did. He apologized for confessing that he was with Amanda before he went to help Mr. Hayato. And he said he would help Mr. Hayato no matter what. I accepted the apology and left it to Zenobia-chan. As a result, Hayato-san came back, so there's nothing to apologize for."

"I see..."

"Next time you see Zenobia, thank her." After contacting me in advance, I think we can have a conversation if we're three meters away. "

Hayato nods.

I want you to thank me if I see you - Lunaria wants to save Zenobia too.

After that, Rosalier and Gil were also pleased that Hayat had returned.

Since Hayato is back, you can eat delicious things every day.

Is that what you're so happy about?

What else can I do for you?

Rosalier said so with a sarcastic face, but Gil laughed, "Hahaha."

"You'd better not take it." That's what Lord Rosalier says in secret. "

"It's something you don't even think about." Well, just a little - I was worried about the hole in the needle. I was worried that Nay or Simon would be more dangerous, so it might be tough today. Those two were on the verge of attacking the Demon King's Castle. "

It is sad to be easily imagined, but I think it is worried, and Hayato's cheeks become loose regardless of his own will.

That said, I can't help but rejoice. The event is still going on and the battle will continue unbeatable.

I'm going to make you breakfast, but before I do, I'm going to give you this.

Hayato says that and puts it on the table.

Lunaria and the others looked at it and tilted their necks, but realized their intentions.

"There was a lot of wood in the warehouse." There was also an attack method, so it was okay. They'll limit where they can use it, but they can definitely use it around Deep Impact. ”

"That's exactly Hayato's arrogance. I didn't expect to do this soon after I came back. I want to entrust the staff of the Demon King Army to me."

"Or rather, military technicians? I thought it would be good for counterattack smoke, but how about that?"

“I think it's the best. I could really fight today, but I wanted such a flashy battle to be a demon king. Yeah, let's grab breakfast and get ready for battle. Hayato-san, please have breakfast."

Roger

Hayato listened to Lunaria's requests and prepared breakfast.

After that, many members gathered at the base.

All of them rejoiced at the return of Hayato. In particular, the joy of Simon, Benituru, and Ney was fierce, and it seemed to have been converted into anger towards the New Demon King's army. I was quite enraged to perish without even leaving dust behind.

And the leaders of the big clans rushed in.

Bandit Jolt, Imperial Lauzal, Over the Top Keith, Stelxt Lutz, and Kiss of Death Alvy.

Jolt was the only one who knew the details, but the other leaders knew that Hayato had been taken hostage without knowing the circumstances, so they were happy to finally show their seriousness.

Hayato thanked me for worrying and then gave me the item.

The battlefield this time was decided by the Deep Impact. Then I gave it to all the big clans except Bandit.

Everyone handed it over understood the intention and his face slightly pulled, but only Jolt laughed.

"No, I didn't expect you to fight with this." Can you use it on the battlefield? "

Hayato nodded after sending a little gaze to Diete.

"I've checked with the management." It also has a recipe for attack. However, the available battlefields would be limited. If I used it in the town, the NPC people would become enemies, and I think the forest would be less effective. Limited to a place with a good view without the NPC. "

"But that's enough." But I'm scared of Hayato who can think of this. "

"I can't fight." However, I think this will make up for the difference in power. "

There were far more players on Amanda's side. There were thousands of NPCs, but they still couldn't afford to win. We need enough strength to cover the difference in numbers. And Hayat prepared it.

Jolt nods in agreement with Hayato.

"Sure. And I can only use this hand." It's still a rare thing, and I don't think we'll be able to get enough of it. Besides, you don't just give it to us, you give it to everyone in the NPC, right? "

"Of course. I think there are about thirteen in all." That's right, I gave it to you as a thank you for my rescue operation, so you don't have to give it back. "

Jolt laughed further, then saw Lauzal, Keith, Lutz, and Alvey.

"This is where Hayato is scared." It's interesting, though! "

The other members only had a dry laugh, but I understood what Jolt had to say.

Hayato has no fighting power, which is why he fights.

And even if I come up with it, I usually do what I don't do. You're free to play online games, but you can take the NPC to the top of the clan war list. Everyone here seemed to understand once again that the strength of common sense is that it cannot be grasped.

"Now, it's time to start the battle of the event." Let's go and take back all the territory from today - well, I can't fight. "

Everyone thought that preparing a large number of such things was self-inflicted, but everyone thought that today they could win a supreme victory in a different atmosphere.

Demon King Castle, Amanda's room.

Breakfast is not served on the table, but Hypnos and Nanagi come to the room as usual to watch the battle of the event on a monitor.

Amanda has a pleasant atmosphere to talk to, but Hypnos won't hesitate to talk to her.

Amanda isn't going to fight?

Amanda was lying on the couch, staring at Hypnos.

"It doesn't matter, does it?"

Surely it doesn't matter, but you're not going to win anymore?

"Shut up, I'll tell you. Until now, Lunaria and the others weren't serious. But not from today. I wanted to see how strong it would be."

Amanda has a lot of players and few NPCs to put in. The demons that were members of Ambrosia, the Ivans that were members of Blackjack, and the Nanagi.

Moreover, Hypnos' "playfulness" set Ivan and the Blackjack team to regain consciousness once defeated. The more you are defeated, the less power you have.

I thought I could lose the battle for territory because I would eventually win the battle against Lunaria. No matter how much the status fluctuates, I don't expect to lose to Lunaria.

However, Amanda's situation has changed a little.

Winning and losing are important, but there is more to winning and losing. When it comes to battle, it will appear. It was important for Amanda to confirm her strength in order to determine the timing of the seizure.

And the battle began.

Enemy factions are visualized on the battlefields around Deep Impact, and players from the New Demon King's Army roar to attack the old Demon King's Army.

But it stopped immediately.

Everyone is looking at the sky.

"W-what the hell is that..."

Amanda stared at the monitor unexpectedly. The flap also wrinkled between the eyebrows and looked at the monitor.

Only Hypnos laughed in his belly. With a smile, I put my arms together and looked at the monitor while sniffing.

"That's exactly Hayato. Even though you've just been rescued, this is it for today."

"Hey! Is that okay?!"

Hypnos smiled at Amanda, who was in a panic.

"It doesn't matter, does it?" There is no rule of no use. The basic policy of this virtual reality is that 'all possible actions in the game are permissible under the responsibility of the individual'. It's much healthier than taking someone hostage. "

Amanda stares at the monitor without realizing the irony.

There was a convoy of airships with cannons on them.