Respawn

Chapter 25: The Conference

When we arrive at the dining hall, all of the food is served at the table. The food is too much for us, so it doesn't matter if Lyka joins us for meal. "I'll just go to the washroom," I excused myself. I went to the bathroom to wash my hands and fix my hair when I noticed Saki standing behind me. She slapped me across the face despite the fact that I was just recovering from injuries. "What was it for?" I inquired. "Do you enjoy playing with a girl's emotions? You're close to Aiko, and you try to care for me at times, but now you're flirting with the new girl you just met, "she stated. She is enraged at me, but it is none of her business if I am flirting with someone else, and I am not flirting at all. "What exactly do you mean? I'm not flirting, and I believe you misinterpreted what I did. "I said. She looked me in the eyes with a deep gaze. "You're not telling the truth. I noticed your expression on her. You like her. How can you like someone you've only met? Is it possible that you've gone insane? She is the daughter of our friend, "she explained. I suppose I should be honest with her. "You are correct, in fact. I like her, but not in the way you suspect. Lyka accidentally activated Aiko's love potion on me, and she was unaware of it. "

"What else did that girl do to you? I swear I'll kill her several times, "she stated. She appeared enraged, regardless of the fact that I was still standing and enduring the ache in my cheeks as a result of her slap. "I didn't tell you because I knew you'd act that way," I explained. She appeared to be offended by me. While I try to step back away from her, she gets closer to me. "So, it's my problem that I'm behaving this way? I'm acting this way because I'm worried about you, "she stated. When did she start to become concerned about me? She doesn't seem to care if something bad happens to me, and she despises me as a whole person, as far as I know. "You're never concerned about me in the first place," I explained. She's choking my neck, and I'm having difficulties breathing.

I can try to withdraw her hands because she is smaller than me. I grasped her wrist, but I was powerless to stop her. "Are you going to murder me?" While still gasping for air, I said. She tightens her grip on me. In comparison to other ladies, this one is far too strong. She let go of my throat, and I collapsed to the ground, gasping for air. She is certainly a ruthless individual. Did she forget that I'd been hurt and was still recovering? "Do you need some air?" she asked, her foot hovering above my head. "Of course, I badly need air right now. What were you thinking when you choked me like that? Do you intend to murder me? " I coughed and said something. "I don't mind killing you because you'll respawn anyway," she added, with a dreadful expression on her face.

"I'm pleading with you, Saki. Please don't make this an even bigger issue. I'd already forgiven Aiko, and she promised to help me remove the love potion's effects. I don't want to add to your family's problems, "I stated. I'm hoping Saki will agree because I don't want this to turn into a major issue. I still have a huge problem to tackle, which is to undo the effects of this love potion and be free to pursue my life goals." What's the update on her? Did she tell you that after you acquire the cure, you can eliminate the effect of that potion? ", she enquired. "I'm sorry Saki, but she said there isn't a way to eradicate the effect right now, but she said she'll figure it out," I said.

She sighs and moves her gaze away. "Let's go back to the dining hall," she said. We returned to the dining hall by walking together. They'd all taken their seats and were getting ready to dine. Lyka had already reserved a seat for me, so I sat next to her. I suppose she just wants to be closer to me because she considers me to be her uncle. I had never thought I could be both pleased and thrilled while doing something that makes me uncomfortable. I'm not fond of the fact that she makes me like her more, but I appreciate her thoughtfulness and concern for me. I know I'm acting this way because of the potion, but if I didn't have it, everything she does would definitely be considered as a simple courtesy and an act of kindness.

Aiko POV

I need to get rid of the potion I gave him. I need to get moving, especially since it's being activated by someone he doesn't even know. If he ever sees that girl again, it will be dangerous for him. I have to think about it! I need to come up with a plan to clean up this mess. I'm starting to think too much. This is not how I want things to turn out. "Madam," said my assistant. I can't seem to think clearly. "Madam," remarked a man's voice. I'm starting to think I'm going insane. For the third time, my assistant said, "Madam." "Can you tell me why you keep calling me?!" I screamed. I believe I am becoming increasingly paranoid about everything. "I apologize for interrupting you, but your request has been approved, and you may proceed to the castle at this time."

I requested permission from the higher knights and the monarch to witness Takahashi's first combat. Legends from all games will be present at the gathering to see and judge whether or not it is a true lightning arrow. They want me to go to the castle now that I need to handle my situation with Yuu, which irritates me. I don't have an option but to go to the castle right now and go over everything. In my hand, I manifested a pearl. It is a magical pearl that allows you to travel quickly by teleporting you to your desired location. It is an extremely rare pearl because it can only be obtained by those who have defeated the monster in the deep sea. I said, "Let's go."

I was transferred to the castle's front entrance. To ensure the safety of the king and other members of the royal family, teleportation is not permitted inside the castle. The royal guards opened the entrance and extended a cordial greeting. My assistant was behind me as I walked down the red carpet. To protect my safety, I must bring my assistant with me wherever I go. I arrived at their conference room to find that everyone was already there. The king and other male members of the royal family have already arrived and are ready to provide their verdict. We will soon see Takahashi's footage, and I can't wait to expose and disgrace the head of Watanabe for having a daughter she has always kept hidden from us.

"Explain your concern to everyone present, lady Aiko," the king ordered. I take a deep breath and explain the problem. "There's a new guy around 19 years old. He has only recently respawned here, and he is utterly unaware of our world. I met this individual in the game Arrow Void, where I am regarded as a legend and the game's most proficient and well-known player. This individual approached me and declared that he was a huge fan of mine. Many things happened at that time, and we had a furious disagreement, but then his friends arrived to defend him, and you won't believe it when I tell you that one of his friends is the one and only child of one of our participants in this conference. " I said.

People in the conference began to whisper, and I could tell they were beginning to wonder who I was referring to. "One of his friends is the one and only loving daughter of Watanabe, the strong and skilled legend of hide and seek." The king's eyes widen as he looks at Watanabe. People begin to whisper and express surprise when they learn that he has only one child, and it is a girl. "I had no idea you had a daughter, Watanabe. You must confirm this with us and tell us if it is true. "The king issued the order. I have a feeling Watanabe is just putting on a brave face while deep down he is ashamed that his secrets have been revealed. "Yes, king, it is true," he said.

People's faces begin to smirk as they learn, that the reason he doesn't tell others about his child is because it is a girl, and he is ashamed of it. "Right now, my daughter is in the care of her mother, and I haven't seen her in 50 years, and I haven't talked or made contact with her either," he stated. I assume he doesn't want to talk to his family because he thinks having that child would be a failure for him. "Takahashi's other friend is just a simple man, but he has great power beyond that of a normal player," I explained. When I think of Yuu and describe him in front of all these people, I find myself flushing.

"Watanabe's daughter, Saki, urged me not to underestimate his friend Takahashi, since the boy had produced a lightning arrow," I explained. People's reactions are a mix of emotions. Some people are taken aback by the news and are eager to believe it if it is genuine. Some people are laughing and assuming it's simply a joke from Saki. Some folks are absolutely unconvinced by what I've said. A man stands up, and I assume he is a representative of the upper knights with knowledge of our world's documented history. "I apologize to everyone, especially you, Aiko, and the other meeting participants who are present. I don't want to shatter your hopes of seeing a lightning arrow and believing that someone has the power to manufacture it. I have a thorough understanding of our world's history, as well as information on what has been happening on our globe for thousands of years, and there is no such thing as a lightning arrow. No one in our world has seen it, and only the lightning God is believed to be capable of creating such a weapon. Even the lightning God's existence is debatable. People are unsure whether Gods exist or are only mentioned in folklore and stories. ", he said.

"The purpose of this gathering is nothing more than a result of Watanabe's joking daughter. We don't need to see the entire video of the man's fight because such things clearly do not exist nowadays. " He made the suggestion. He sat down once more. I know it seems silly, but I obeyed Saki's command to witness the battle with my own two eyes. I despise it because now that this man has explained why it is impossible, I just sound stupid. Yuu confirmed that it is true, and that if it isn't a lightning arrow, it is very close enough to it. I should take his statements seriously and urge the king to keep the meeting going. "I implore you, king! Please let us watch the footage, and if it turns out to be a mistake, I'll accept my punishment. " I said.

"I don't want to discontinue our events prematurely, and Aiko has stated that she is willing to face any punishment if it is simply a mistake. As we watch the footage of this individual named Takahashi, I hope everyone will remain seated, "said the king. The battle is clearly seen in the large hologram as the footage flashes. Saki is quite remarkable, and her movements are identical to those of her father. Everyone's gaze is drawn to Saki, who dazzles them with her speed and ability to go across an island by jumping extremely high, something that would be difficult for a normal human to do. "That's Watanabe's daughter, right? Look at how good she is at jumping, running, and assassinating. She has a lot of potential to become a legend in the future. "

When I look at Watanabe, he, too, appears as if he can't believe his daughter's ability. I think he doesn't give a damn about his child just because she's a girl. I keep an eye on Yuu and Takahashi, who, unlike Saki, don't do much. Takahashi appears apprehensive, and he is new to gaming, as far as I can tell. The crowd exclaimed, "How come a coward like him produces a lightning arrow?" This makes no sense; I assume Saki said those things to cheer up his friend's spirits so I would stop making fun of him. Their team has an advantage solely due to Saki, but it appears that the tables have turned and Saki has returned to Yuu and Takahashi.

Since the weak players have already fallen, it appears that they will face a formidable opponent in this game. Saki appears to be injured and fatigued, as she appears to be doing practically all of their team's jobs. Will they be able to win now that Saki is hurt and unable to fight? The other legend said, "Incredible strength!" When I watched the footage, I was struck by Yuu's remarkable strength. Even in close combat, he is incredibly powerful. He began ridiculing his opponent and then gave him an opportunity, which resulted in his guts being cut open. He's such a moron that if he hadn't talked so much, he could have finished the fight. Takahashi is now the only one who hasn't been hurt by them. It's now or never to see if it's the lightning arrow.

When Takahashi saw his friend getting hurt by his opponent, he screamed. He seemed to be growing braver and more confident in his ability to protect his companions. We're all now silently watching and waiting for him to launch his attack. He manifested a bow in his hand and is now attempting to hit his opponent. Show us whether it's the real lightning arrow now. Everyone is flabbergasted as they notice that his body begins to glow with lightning. The arrows move at lightning-like speeds and are engulfed in lightning. They resemble the lightning arrows summoned by the lightning God. Their enemy's lifeless body falls to the ground as he is about to pass out. We're all silent, and we're still curious about the power that covers his arrows. It's very similar to the lightning arrow. We are all awestruck by his might, but we are also terrified and concerned about seeing such power. "Now tell us, is that a real lightning arrow?" enquired one of the upper knights. His power is starting to make them feel panicked and alarmed. The king issued a command to the representative of the upper knights "You know a lot about the history of our realm and have been gathering data for thousands of years. If it's the lightning arrow, please let us know"... The man rose to his feet, his hands trembling with panic. "This is a disaster! Yes, it is real! It's the lightning arrow! "