Watching the movie! It brought a small shock to the heavens!

"And then what brings you, a wandering mech, to me, a human?"

"May I ask this?"

Rick asked cautiously.

"[Answer], in order to decipher the unique language of human communication."

"A unique language called [the heart]."

【"Heart?"】

Rick's heart sank; the worst had come to pass...

[The other party is not only observing human behavior, but also conducting targeted research...]

"[Reason]: This unit is currently investigating the existence of [the heart]."

"When parsing the results."

"Due to numerous contradictions arising from theoretical flaws, this machine has been disconnected and rendered obsolete."

"After that, he continued the observation mission alone."

"Observe...?"

Rick meticulously analyzed every detail of the other person's words.

"So you plan to complete the analysis of [Heart] independently, and then return to [Connection]?"

In the Collapsed Starry Sky Railway World, Screw Gum: "[Heart]...Ordinary mechanical life forms shouldn't be too concerned about things that don't exist on a physical level. Without the support of basic data, the possibility of judging them as non-existent is higher."

In the Collapsed Starry Sky Railway World, Clara said, "Clara feels that this... 'Miss'? Actually, there is already a seed of [heart] sprouting."

In the world of Super Beast Armed, Yuan Zheng says, "Finding the place of your own heart is illuminating the way forward... Hehe~ Even a heartless thing has a heart, Whale Shark King, turn back..."

"Killing only brings endless killing, only love can bring eternal peace!"

In the Three Kingdoms period, Cao Cao said: "Love? If killing to stop killing is ineffective, then it means we haven't killed enough! Kill until the enemy is terrified and dares not invade even an inch more! That is the true path to peace."

Star Journey, Mamaka: "Without mutual understanding, conflict will never cease. Even if external enemies are resisted, mutual trust will be eroded by internal strife fueled by mutual suspicion, eventually turning them into enemies..."

"[The request] is presumed to be a form of communication involving the 'heart'—a language unique to skin-to-skin contact—that is lacking in the Machine race."

"To engage in reproductive activities with this machine..."

The 'girl' leaned down and slowly climbed onto Rick, one hand reaching inside the armor that protected him from the cold wind...

【"Clang!"】

The kunai that had been lying on the ground was instantly pulled out!

Rick kept this in mind: he must not engage in hostile behavior with the other party.

Therefore, the point where he couldn't find the sharp blade to point at was his own neck!

"I refuse."

Rick didn't know if the other party was telling the truth or not, but whether they truly wanted to understand [the heart] or obtain some other information about humanity, he wouldn't let them succeed.

"[Substitute], it's fine to succumb to desire and ravage this machine."

"Although this machine doesn't have a little X."

In the Collapsed Star Railway World, Star exclaimed: "So blunt! Why! Why can't I experience something like this?!"

"I've committed countless evil deeds in my life! I've done all sorts of wicked things! Ahhh! Come here, let a beautiful girl let me ravage her teeth!!"

Collapsed Starry Sky Railway World, March 7th: "...Hey, I said..."

In the Collapsed Starry Sky Railway World, Star exclaimed, "What?! You say okay? Fine! Then it's you!!"

Collapsed Starry Sky Railway World, March 7th: "Ah, ahh? Huh?! You, you, you! Don't come any closer!!"

"I would never do that! Oh, so you didn't!"

Whether she understood the resolute look in Riku's eyes or not, the 'girl' slowly climbed off Riku and quietly looked at him.

However, just when Rick thought the other party would give up...

The girl lightly touched the ground with her tail.

[The next moment!]

A visible, tangible blue light wave rippled out from its tail!

【[Dian Kai]——】

An energy hurricane suddenly swept through! This unexpected change even made Rick, who had just stood up, feel unsteady.

Then, a beam of light appeared above the 'girl's' head, weaving into countless lines in mid-air!

[With a flash of light, sixty-four alternating black and white squares were formed.]

"Game 001, Chess."

【"call……"】

The sight of a 'King' chess piece gradually taking shape before Rick's eyes momentarily stunned him.

"[A contest], requesting to begin the game."

As the 'girl' raised her arm, the 'chessboard' gradually fell from mid-air, passing through the dazed Rick...

"[Victory or defeat], if this unit wins, it is required to bring this unit back to the settlement and perform reproductive acts."

The "girl" continued, but Rick could barely hear what she was saying anymore.

He gently grasped the chess piece in mid-air.

The duel from five years ago seemed to reappear before his eyes...

That one is the [strongest]!

[I haven't even decided who's the winner yet!]

Even Rick didn't notice that the corners of his mouth unconsciously curled up...

No Game No Life Zero World, Chronidora: "Rick... is he laughing?!"

Klonie was almost incredulous!

How long has it been since she saw her (self-proclaimed) brother smile?

One year? Two years?

Or perhaps... I've never seen it since I first encountered it five years ago...

"Chess...?"

Once they arrived at the new base and settled in, Kloni decided to ask if anyone else in the camp knew how to do it so she could learn.

But... can I really beat Rick?

More likely...

Chloe could almost picture Rick looking at her with disdain as he blasted her, saying she'd be better off spending more time with the kids...

"Pfft!"

"That's great, I can finally share some of his burden."

Klonie couldn't help but smile; her heart was filled with joy.

"Yoshi! Let's start working hard from today! It's also an older sister's responsibility to satisfy her younger brother's preferences!"

Chapter 392 I'll give you a number! Ten thousand copies!!

"It just so happens to be chess..."

The caution and deliberation in Rick's eyes seemed to vanish in that instant.

【……excited】

It felt like all the blood in my body surged with excitement the moment I grasped the chess piece!

"A mechanical race, they have absolutely no chance of winning if we try to outmaneuver them."

[Even so, Riku's gaze towards the 'girl' was filled with fighting spirit!]

【"but……"】

[In the dimly lit room, the world seemed to consist only of the chessboard before him.]

[And then there's that opponent—one who's clearly invisible, and whom no matter how many tactics I devise, it seems impossible to defeat.]

"What if I win?"

"[Answer] Permission is granted to bring this machine back to the settlement for reproductive purposes."

"It's the same whether you win or lose!?"

Rick muttered a loud, speechless complaint. He wasn't sure if it was just his imagination, but he seemed to see a hint of self-satisfaction in the girl's seemingly indifferent expression—a look of someone who had come up with a brilliant idea.

Moreover, the other party did indeed know the settlement, perhaps even its exact location...

[Rick was once again relieved that the opponent was a [Mech] that wouldn't attack first.]

However, even so, the opponent's strength is undeniable, and for now, I can only act within their rules.

"Fine, you're not going to let me escape anyway."

"I accept your game request."

Rick removed his goggles, his words carrying a hint of helplessness, but more like he was trying to convince himself.

[Just this once!]

"[Conclusion] Follow the conditions and begin the game."

"Ah, the game only lasts one round,"

Rick placed his 'King' piece on the board, then looked intently at the 'girl'.

"But the conditions... I need to make some changes."

The girl's pupils widened slightly, a movement almost impossible for a [Machine Race] to perform!

It seems she wants to record everything Rick is doing at this moment.

From her perspective, Rick's demeanor changed dramatically the moment he sat down!

From cautious, careful, resolute... to flamboyant! Indeed! Confidence!

That is... [the heart]?

No Game No Life Zero World, Jibril: "Haaaa~! Something's happened! There's even a [Machine] with emotions!"

"This is a one-of-a-kind, high-end collectible!!"

"Especially now that we're still in a state of being disconnected from the [connection]!"

"Her head! It's definitely one of the top items even among my many collections!"

"Hehe~ Hehehe~ Where is it~ Where is it~"

In the world of No Game No Life, Haku says: "Jibriel, stop your past self!"

In the world of No Game No Life, Jibril says, "Yes, Master, but..."

In the No Game No Life Zero world, Jibril says, "Hahaha~ It's useless! This is a rare collectible! Even my future self couldn't buy it with just a few words..."

In the game "No Game No Life," Sora says, "Ten thousand books from another world!"

No Game No Life Zero world, Jibril: "Books from another world! Ten thousand books! No, that's impossible. Even if you transmigrated here, how could you possibly carry ten thousand books with you..."

In the game No Life, Jibril says: "I, Jibril, am willing to swear on my [Twinkle] honor that everything my master has said is true."

In the game "Nothing But a Game," Sora says, "Is this alright? I'll send you the information as soon as I find a way. This is knowledge from a completely different world than yours!"

No Game No Life Zero World, Jibril: "Hehe~~~ 10,000 copies hehe~~ Head~~ 10,000 copies~~ Head hehehe..."

【"call--!"】

The sky was dark, blood-red clouds shrouded the earth, and unlike usual, a whooshing sound was hurtling through the air at an incredible speed towards the distance!

“Ahhh…”