Just as Izumi Kotomi realized her overly excited behavior, she quickly put down the graphics card, cleared her throat to feign seriousness, and then, imitating Kamen Rider Ex-Aid's line, said:
"Surgery level LV50, commencing the installation surgery of the 3090Ti."
Sitting nearby, Izumi Aimi tilted her head in confusion. Why was her sister acting so silly today?
Could it be that she had overdone it the other night, and now her cute little head had some problems?
But if...
2024-08-29 10:35:11 +0000 UTC
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A Few Kilometers Away, a Few Minutes Earlier.
The once dense primeval forest had been completely cleared, replaced by vast artillery positions.
"Commence bombardment!"
Hundreds of large-caliber cannons were raised high, their barrels flashing as they unleashed a rain of cast-iron shells upon the southwestern barbarian settlement illuminated by signal flares.
In an instant, the entire artillery position was engulfed in the sharp whistling of shells cutt...
2024-08-28 11:04:16 +0000 UTC
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"Report: Lieutenant Pallet has completed the sweep of the southwestern barbarians within a 50-mile radius of Yueshan Pass. Requesting further orders from the General."
"Oh? The sweep is already complete... how efficient."
After listening to the report from the kneeling messenger, Selene immediately issued new orders. "Order: Have the vanguard return to camp for rest. Bring all captured barbarians back to the encampment."
"Remember! Only those prisoners who are physically fit...
2024-08-28 11:03:35 +0000 UTC
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"Well then... let's set up camp here." Selene ordered as she swung herself onto her horse.
After issuing the command, Selene turned her gaze to the garrison officer, who was still in shock, seemingly questioning his existence. "Hey, time to snap out of it."
"Huh? ...Yes, General!" The cold tone of Selene's voice instantly jolted the garrison officer out of his stupor. He quickly stood up, but in his haste, he almost tripped. After steadying himself, he respectfully saluted.
...
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The middle-aged man continued running without looking back, his face still etched with fear, as if some horrifying presence was chasing him. His clothes were drenched with sweat, which dripped steadily as he pushed forward.
After running for over half an hour, they finally managed to escape the battlefield and reach a forest. Exhausted, they collapsed, panting heavily. Their energy was completely spent, some so much so that they couldn't even stand back up after sitting down.
But ...
2024-08-28 11:01:37 +0000 UTC
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Kaguya's intense gaze locked onto Leone's, and Leone didn't back down, meeting her eyes with equal determination. The tension in the air was palpable, as if time had frozen for a moment.
"Alright, alright," Kaguya sighed, sounding a bit resigned. "Women are so troublesome."
As she spoke, the chilling aura around her gradually dissipated, and she returned to the gentle demeanor that Leone was familiar with.
Noticing the change in Kaguya's aura, Leone also let out a sigh of re...
2024-08-28 11:01:12 +0000 UTC
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Suddenly, the ground began to tremble violently, as if the earth itself was tearing apart. The earth collapsed and sank, soil churned, rocks shattered into fragments, and debris flew in all directions. The air was thick with dust and chaos.
From the upheaved earth, countless vines sprouted, growing rapidly as they were caught by the wind. In the blink of an eye, they transformed into towering trees, and the once chaotic battlefield was transformed into a lush, dense forest.
At the...
2024-08-28 11:00:19 +0000 UTC
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Just as Izumi Kotomi exclaimed a phrase that sounded like she was about to unleash a Noble Phantasm, the doorbell rang from the street below.
"Hello, this is Amazon delivery. Is Ms. Izumi home? You have a package that requires your signature, and there are a lot of items."
Kotomi instantly sprang up from her bed, feeling as if she were miraculously cured from an illness. Her 3090Ti had finally arrived!
Not wanting to waste a second, she rushed downstairs as if the 3090Ti mig...
2024-08-28 10:59:01 +0000 UTC
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As the bell for the final period of the day rang, Friday's classes came to an end, marking the start of the much-anticipated weekend!
"Woohoo! I've been watching the clock all day, and now I can finally enjoy my first weekend as a high school student. Hooray!"
"School's out, and the weekend is here. Two wonderful things coming together—hooray!"
Izumi Kotomi and Yui Yuigahama both raised their arms and cheered simultaneously.
A double hooray.
Megumi Kato, who wa...
2024-08-28 10:58:37 +0000 UTC
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In the world of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba," Kanae Kocho, clad in the Demon Slayer Corps uniform with a butterfly-patterned haori draped over her shoulders, was walking along a rural dirt road.
She had received information about a Twelve Kizuki demon yesterday and was now en route to the location.
Chatting in the group while traveling had become routine for her. Seeing the message Arifureta posted in the chat group, Kanae couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy.
She c...
2024-08-28 10:57:50 +0000 UTC
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After Eriri left, Arifureta and the others got into the car and started driving back to the Sawamura family villa under Aoi Kujo's control.
A few minutes into the drive, Arifureta, who was sitting across from Megumi Kato and the others, began discussing Eriri's sudden departure to another world. As she explained the situation to Megumi and the others, Arifureta kept part of her attention on the chat group.
Noticing the exchange between Eriri and Erica, Arifureta could sense Erica'...
2024-08-28 10:57:24 +0000 UTC
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"Mm-hmm, I got it," Eriri replied softly.
Turning back to the car, she reached out and patted Reina's small head, giving her fox ears a gentle squeeze.
"Aoi, take them home for now," Eriri said as she pulled her hand back, glancing at Megumi, Aoi Kujo, and Shea. "If you have any questions, feel free to ask Yue-chan. She'll be happy to help. I'll head out now."
With that, Eriri quickly accessed Gabriel's location through the chat group and opened a world portal, stepping into...
2024-08-28 10:56:57 +0000 UTC
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A few minutes earlier, at Yueshan Pass, the southwestern border of the empire.
Most of the barbarian soldiers in the fortress were still indulging in leisure activities, while only a few unlucky patrol squads were on duty, having drawn the short straw. With the weather outside the pass shrouded in swirling yellow sand, they figured that the pampered imperial soldiers wouldn't dare attack in such conditions.
Even if the pass was left unguarded, the towering height ...
2024-08-27 11:20:02 +0000 UTC
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"Come on, you imperial dogs! I'm not afraid of you!"
"The empire's dogs! You won't be jumping around for much longer. We will achieve final victory!"
"Cheer for our great cause!"
...
Standing on the city wall and listening to the prisoners below shout their defiance, Selene felt a bit disgusted. They were so full of spirit, it almost made her feel like she was the one who had lost. She then turned to Esdeath and asked, "Are you sure these are all the infiltrators? No o...
2024-08-27 11:19:23 +0000 UTC
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"No one else seems to be around, so it must be him."
Originally, Selene had worried that the rebel leader within Patrypol might have chickened out and fled, but here he was, brazenly showing up to pay his respects.
Patiently waiting for a while longer from the tall building in the marketplace, Selene saw no other suspicious figures appearing. Once she was certain he was the only one who had come, Selene decided to act.
"Something's wrong—it's a trap!"
Just as Selene'...
2024-08-27 11:18:46 +0000 UTC
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Facing the overwhelming tide of enemies, Kaguya remained calm and composed. Her expression showed no trace of panic, and her clear eyes were devoid of any emotion, as if she were not standing on a battlefield but rather in a serene, elegant garden.
Suddenly, Kaguya raised her delicate, jade-like arm, and a flash of cold light flickered in her eyes. A massive surge of power erupted from within her, causing the rocks around her to shatter into pieces. Waves of energy roared and surged, wh...
2024-08-27 11:16:39 +0000 UTC
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As winter gave way to early spring, the harsh cold began to recede, and most of the snow had already melted. The melting snow gathered into small streams, flowing over smooth rocks, creating a pleasant tinkling sound.
Kurome gazed out the window and sighed softly. She didn't know why, but she had been feeling restless and depressed lately. Ever since Kaguya left, she felt uneasy, as if she had lost something. The image of that figure would occasionally float before her eyes.
She w...
2024-08-27 11:16:13 +0000 UTC
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Just as the black sack was about to be thrown over Kaguya's head, she suddenly turned around, giving her assailants a gentle smile as she said, "It seems I've been underestimated."
The attackers were momentarily stunned, not expecting Kaguya to notice them. They then lunged at her even faster, thinking she was just a girl—a pretty girl at most.
However, they had no idea what they were really up against.
With a dull "thud," Kaguya casually swung her snow-white arm, and they...
2024-08-27 11:15:45 +0000 UTC
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Gabriel casually tossed her school bag onto the bed, then took a moment to look around her room. The sight of the bento box on her desk, the empty drink cans, and the various items strewn across the floor made her pause. After a moment of silence, she rolled up her sleeves and, for the first time in a while, began to clean up her room.
[Chika Fujiwara: Ah… Full Dive games. I want to play them too.]
[Fallen Angel Black Cat: Does Asuna's world really have Full Dive games? Isn't th...
2024-08-27 11:14:30 +0000 UTC
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Erica's face took on a determined expression. The Prometheus' Grimoire could steal the powers of gods, giving a mortal a chance to slay a god. She would never back down; she would bet everything she had to defeat a Heretic God.
Arianna, her maid, couldn't help but feel curious about what had caused such a shift in her mistress's expressions in such a short time.
[Chika Fujiwara: Such resolve! No wonder you're known as the 'Red Devil'—that's seriously impressive.]
[Fallen A...
2024-08-27 11:14:01 +0000 UTC
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As Erica read through the messages in the chat group, seeing everyone's interpretations and reassurances, she felt her anxiety gradually ease. She was grateful to have joined this chat group. Even though she hadn't met the members in person and had only known them for less than an hour, she already considered them friends.
Looking at her maid Arianna, who was gazing at her with concern, Erica smiled brightly.
"It's nothing, Arianna."
She then focused her attention back on th...
2024-08-27 11:13:31 +0000 UTC
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After learning that Izumi Kotomi had been thinking about her painting for the competition during class, Shizuka Hiratsuka nodded in understanding.
"It seems I was right. However, even if you're preparing for the Tokyo University National Youth Painting Competition, you should still pay attention to what's expected during class. From the podium, I can tell whether you're actually studying or just daydreaming. If you don't believe me, come up to the podium and see for yourself—it's quit...
2024-08-27 11:12:48 +0000 UTC
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After class started, the first period on Friday was Shizuka Hiratsuka's Japanese class.
As usual, ten minutes into the class, Izumi Kotomi took out her notebook and continued sketching, occasionally pondering how to write the next part of Volume 2.
Izumi Kotomi's work on Sword Art Online wasn't just a direct copy of the original from her previous life; she had added her own modifications.
Her goal was to make the less appealing parts better and the good parts e...
2024-08-27 11:12:20 +0000 UTC
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To increase the success rate of her "fishing" operation, rookie fisher Selene specifically stationed the bulk of the Eighth Imperial Guard Corps at key transportation points throughout Patrypol City, leaving only five hundred imperial soldiers in the marketplace area.
"I don't know," the Governor of Patrypol Province replied, lowering his head.
"If they do show up, it'll just be an 'extra course' for us. I'm sure Esdeath will have ways to make any captured prisoners talk. But it d...
2024-08-26 12:55:48 +0000 UTC
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"...Alright, you take over then." The officer, seeing that Esdeath wanted to handle the interrogation, readily stepped aside. After all, he was from a field army background and wasn't particularly skilled in interrogation. Aside from whipping and branding, he had no other methods.
"Watch closely—this is what interrogation is all about!" Esdeath's excitement was palpable as she approached the captured rebels, a faint smile playing on her lips. Her boots made a rhythmic tap, tap
2024-08-26 12:55:08 +0000 UTC
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Bang!
Just as the atmosphere at the banquet was reaching its peak, a group of elite soldiers suddenly burst through the banquet hall doors.
The Governor of Patrypol Province, seeing these soldiers filing in one after another, lowered his head even further and cautiously asked Selene, "General Selene? Is there something you wish to command?"
Selene didn't respond immediately. Instead, the soldiers behind her dragged in several bloodied young men and women dre...
2024-08-26 12:54:37 +0000 UTC
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The golden-haired girl in front of Kaguya was none other than Leone.
"What are you doing here?" Leone asked, her face full of surprise as she looked at the silver-haired girl before her. She had intervened because she saw a girl in trouble, but she hadn't expected it to be Kaguya.
"I'm just traveling," Kaguya lied casually.
"Oh, I see," Leone nodded.
Hey, I was just making that up, and you actually believe it?
"Seriously, you believe that?" Kaguya said, exasperat...
2024-08-26 12:53:37 +0000 UTC
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Although the northwestern border of the Empire is a desert, finding a cactus in the cold winter is not an easy task. After all, just like no one cultivates weeds, very few people keep potted cacti here.
Just as the young man was growing impatient, a knight came rushing over on horseback, the sound of hooves clattering as he approached. In his hands, he held a potted green cactus.
The knight dismounted and respectfully handed the cactus to the young man.
"Beautiful lady, this...
2024-08-26 12:52:52 +0000 UTC
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Path of Peace is a religious sect located in the northwest. While it may not have many followers in the central regions of the Empire, it commands the faith of about half of the population in the Empire's northwestern borders—a staggering number large enough to worry the Imperial Army. This concern prompted Minister Honest to personally dispatch Berlick there, placing him within Path of Peace to control this massive sect.
After all, this region is far from the Empire's heartland, maki...
2024-08-26 12:52:25 +0000 UTC
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"Are there really other universes besides ours? That's incredible."
After listening to Lala's description of the chat group, Nana's face was filled with shock. She had always believed that there was only one universe, where their planet Deviluke was the strongest ruler, and their father, Gid Lucione Deviluke, was the most powerful being in the universe.
But now she had learned that there were countless universes, and their father wasn't the strongest among them all. It was a conce...
2024-08-26 12:51:06 +0000 UTC
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