Why did Hikigaya save the anime girls in Sword Story?

"That's true...it seems like we can only let you meet in person."

Even after seeing photos of someone resembling Asuna and Hikigaya and the others, Argo remains unmoved. Just as Kikuoka is considering whether to arrange a meeting between the parties involved, his cell phone suddenly rings.

"Excuse me... I'm Kikuoka. Ah, Ms. Haruno, okay, okay, I understand. Please wait a moment while I turn on the hands-free... It's all right now."

Kikuoka felt the timing was perfect, so he deliberately played the conversation to Argo, who listened quietly with his arms folded.

"Anyway, Hikigaya-kun wants to contact a few of his companions. Let me tell you their names again: Klein, Agil, Silica, and Argo.

We were originally scheduled to meet at the Big Tree Cafe, but circumstances have changed and we urgently need support."

The moment Argo heard his own name, his body trembled slightly, but he pretended to be calm on the surface.

Kikuoka was secretly delighted at this and continued the conversation.

"I see. Hikigaya-kun is eager to make contact, is that so?"

"Yes, Mr. Kikuoka."

"Oh, Hikigaya-kun is here too."

"Yes, Kirito-kun and I will do our best, but we hope to use all available strength. In order to save Asuna, we must rely on the power of my most trusted companions."

After confirming from the voice and the content that it was Hikigaya himself, Argo signaled to Kikuoka that it was all right.

"I understand the situation. I'll take care of this little matter and arrange it immediately."

"Thank you, Mr. Kikuoka. By the way, how are the negotiations with our collaborators going?"

"Ah, we're getting to the point, but we already settled it during the phone call."

"Hey? Were you still negotiating?"

"Yes, thank you very much. It was indeed the right decision to let you sit in on the class."

"That's enough, Mr. Kikuoka. For Xiaoya, I promise to do my best. Arrange the equipment immediately. I'll take action now."

Kikuoka nodded to Argo and reported into the phone.

"The negotiation was successful, and the other party said they would start taking action immediately."

"Great! Hachiman-kun, we've settled the deal with the person we were talking about. Now that we're on speakerphone, you should say thank you."

"Oh, is that so? Thank you very much. I will definitely repay this favor."

Hearing the long-lost voice, Argo responded in his heart.

(You absolutely must rescue Xiaoya, Xiaoba, and Kirito. I will also do my best.)

Thus, Argo decided to accept Kikuoka's request and officially began the operation.

First, Argo will meet two assistants.

One is Hikigaya's friend, and the other is said to be like Hikigaya's sister.

In the designated apartment room, Argo welcomed three people including Kikuoka.

"Argo-kun, sorry for the wait. I've brought the person."

"I'm Argo, please give me your guidance."

Argo had intended to greet her in her usual casual tone, but the moment she saw Haruno, she unconsciously switched to using honorifics.

(Xiao Qi’s sister? Are you kidding me? Oh no, this is definitely a tough character.)

Yang No stared at Argo for a moment, then suddenly smiled and patted her back hard.

"Don't be so nervous~ I'm Yukinoshita Haruno, please take care of me, Argo-chan."

"I am Zaimokuza! Please give me your guidance!"

"Please, please give me your guidance..."

(Why is Xiaoqi surrounded by people like this?!)

"As for me, you can call me whatever you want as long as it's friendly, Argo-chan.

As for Zaimokuza-kun... well, it's up to you."

"Ha...then let's call them Big Sister and Wooden Boy."

"Eh~? That's not cute~! I'm going to be sad~!"

"No, the name doesn't matter... I've seen through your strength."

"strength?"

"After all, Big Sister is a practical person, right?"

　"Hey~ You can see that!"

Yang No said with narrowed eyes.

"Even if Mr. Kikuoka, Mutouzi and the other two teamed up, they still have no chance of winning."

"Well, Mr. Kikuoka, you can go back now. Let's talk about this between the three of us."

"Understood. Please keep in close contact."

"Okay."

Yono waved her hand lightly, and Kikuoka left tactfully. Argo realized that Yono was clearing the area, and he couldn't help but tremble with fear.

"So, Argo-chan."

"Yes, Big Sister."

"Ah, from now on just speak in your usual way."

"Understood, eldest sister."

Yang Nai suddenly asked.

"So, Argo-chan, are you willing to die for Hikigaya-kun?"

“It can’t be done”

"Oh?"

"Xiaoqi will definitely be sad if I die, so I absolutely cannot die. Even if I might die in the end, I will never seek death on my own initiative, so the answer is NO."

Yang Nai smiled with satisfaction when he heard this.

"qualified!"

"Is this okay?"

"Of course, Zaimokuza-kun and I both want to be together forever because we love him, so we won't and won't allow ourselves to choose death so easily.

As you said, because he will be sad, we must live, live to witness his smile, so please lend us your strength for this."

"If it's not for Xiaoqi, but for all my companions, then yes."

"Saying it's for Hikigaya-kun is just a figure of speech, it's fine."

Yihui, who was listening, had tears in his eyes.

“I am deeply moved at this moment!”

"You're still as passionate as ever, Zaimokuza-kun."

"Mutouzi is quite interesting. Please take care of me in the future."

"As ordered!"

"Then let's discuss the follow-up plan."

After that, the three of them completely turned to behind-the-scenes support and played an important role at key points in Operation Hikigaya.

"Argo-chan, the infiltration date has been confirmed. Wait for Zaimokuza-kun to contact us."

"Okay, start full stealth, Woody. Wake me up if anything happens."

"understand!"

"Big sister, Xiaoya has been confirmed and the ID card has been successfully handed over."

"They're ordering takeout! Take this opportunity to sneak in!"

"Mutouzi, suppressing this place will make Xiaoqi's life easier. This task is left to you."

"Hachiman, I'm here to help you!"

"Big sister, the operation was successful. We will evacuate immediately. Don't be so stubborn."

"There's only two of us left, right? It's a piece of cake~ But I won't get careless, thanks, Argo-chan."

"Cheers! You two have worked hard, this is our victory!"

"Woo... I did it! Hachiman!"

"Argo-chan, would you like to work with me long-term? This isn't a company, it's a personal job. If Zaimokuza-kun wants a job, I can help. You did an excellent job this time."

The trio's contribution this time was crucial.

Although their achievements are known only to the companions centered around Hikigaya, they are undoubtedly the greatest contributors to the ALO incident.

ALO: Chapter 133: Asuna's Transfer to Another Hospital

Two months have passed since Asuna returned to the real world.

Although her recovery has been slightly delayed, her strength has recovered quite well recently and she should be able to start rehabilitation soon.

Ever since Asuna was rescued, Hikigaya Hachiman has come to the hospital to visit her every day without fail, and today Asuna is anxiously waiting for Hachiman's arrival.

Just when there were thirty minutes left before the agreed time, there was a knock on the ward door. Asuna thought it was Hachiman who had arrived early, so she said "Come in" to the door.

Unfortunately, the person who pushed the door open was an elderly stranger.

"Good afternoon~!"

"Ah, hello. Um, excuse me, who are you?"

"Nice to meet you. My name is Yukinoshita Haruno, and I'm the woman who will soon be your sister!"

"what?"

Asuna was completely confused by what she heard suddenly.

After calming down, she thought that maybe she was her brother's lover, so she decided to confirm the truth with Yino. However, deep down, she was sure that her brother could not have found such a beautiful girlfriend.

"Um...could she be my brother's girlfriend? Or fiancée or something?"

"Hmm? Ah~ Mr. Koichiro? We're colleagues and we know each other, but unfortunately, I guessed wrong."

"Ah, are you from RECT?"

"I'm not here for work today, but it's true. Now, let me reveal the answer! The correct answer is—Yaman-kun's sister!"

"Uh?"

"This is the second time you've reacted this way today, Asuna-chan."

"Hachiman-kun's sister? Eh? Um... Hachiman-kun has a sister?"

In Asuna's memory, Hachiman should not have a sister, that's absolutely true. Haruno raised her index finger and shook it left and right, and began to explain to Asuna.

"NoNo~ I'm Hachiman-kun's giri-sister... Hmm, not quite right, soul sister? Spirit sister? Um... oh right, a sister-like existence?"

"A sister-like existence...ah! Could it be the one who helped us this time? I remember now! Miss Haruno, whom Hachiman-kun mentioned before! Thank you so much this time!"

"It's okay, it's for my sister after all."

"Huh~?"

"Think about it carefully. I'm Hachiman-kun's sister, which means I'm your sister, right?"

"what!"

The moment she understood the meaning behind Haruno's words, Asuna smiled brightly and said:

"Hachiman-kun gave me such a wonderful sister!"

"Hey?"

"Sister Yang Nai... that's a bit hard to pronounce... Sister Xiao Yang, um, this is good!"