Why did Hikigaya save the anime girls in Sword Story?

"Hey, Isshiki, I'm sorry to have made you worried."

"I was really worried, okay?! They pushed all the student council work onto me, and I didn't even have anyone to discuss it with. But Komachi-chan and I worked hard together and got through it~"

“No need to modify your statement.”

"Oh, I haven't officially reported it yet, brother, but Komachi got into Sobu High School!"

"I was worried that I might affect your exams. Well done, congratulations, Komachi."

"Yeah! Thinking of this makes me work really hard!"

"As expected of Komachi, she's the second cutest and the cutest little sister in the world."

"Senior! I should be the cutest in the world, right?"

"Huh? Of course it's Asuna, why are you suddenly saying something so incomprehensible?"

"Hmm...it's really tricky...I guess I need to gradually close the distance..."

"But seeing that you haven't changed at all, I'm relieved. I was worried about what would happen here after I was gone."

"Everyone is working hard to not let the seniors worry."

Iroha said as her cheeks flushed, and Hachiman looked at her with a gentle gaze.

After the three of them chatted about school for two hours, Iroha suddenly spoke up:

"We've agreed that in order to allow Senior to rest well, each person's visiting time will be limited to two hours. It's almost time for the shift change. See you next time, Senior!"

"Is that so? See you later then."

"Good~"

Iroha said this, but suddenly leaned over to whisper in Hachiman's ear:

"I haven't given up on you, Senior. I still have to take responsibility."

"Ah...it's just as Miura said. Seeing as you haven't changed, I thought it was just a misunderstanding."

"Yumiko!?"

Iroha and Komachi are surprised that Hachiman calls Miura by his first name.

"Since when did you start calling Miura-senpai by his first name!?"

"Hmm? Since yesterday?"

"Oh no, we'll be completely behind at this rate... Miura-senpai can't be underestimated!"

"Komachi thinks Yumiko-sister's favorability is off the charts!"

"You two are so fun to watch."

"Damn it! Just wait and see!"

"Ah! Iroha-senpai!"

Iroha storms out the door in anger, Komachi quickly chases after her, and Hachiman sighs deeply.

"Is this drama going to continue forever... Be prepared..."

The next people to visit were Mr. Hiratsuka, Kawasaki, and Totsuka.

"Totsuka ahh ...

"Hachiman!"

"I missed you so much, Totsuka!"

"Me too, that's really great..."

"Totsuka, I finally made some other friends! I'll introduce them to you later!"

"Really? I'm so excited. I must introduce you!"

"Oh!"

"Hey, we're still here."

"Oh, sorry, but this combination is really rare."

"You look so energetic! That's great! I feel as relieved as if I've finally finished grading homework."

"I'm sorry, but I didn't graduate."

"Safety is the most important thing, and it's not your fault that you can't graduate."

"Did Kawasaki get into university?"

"Well, it is."

"That's it"

“Thanks for telling me about the scholarship.”

"Glad I could help. Let me say it again—I'm back."

"Welcome back"

"Welcome back Hachiman!"

"Welcome back Hikigaya, well done."

During the conversation, Kawasaki never made eye contact with Hachiman. Looking at her blushing face, Hachiman considerately did not ask any further questions.

"It's been a while since we last met. I see there's an interesting decoration on the wall. Is this your partner?"

"Yes, I hope to formally introduce it to the teacher one day."

"Hachiman's girlfriend?"

"I got married in SAO, but I'm not sure what the reality will be like."

"They look so good together no matter how you look at it."

"Oh? Kawasaki already knew about this photo?"

"Well, yes."

"Is it true that you agreed to post the photo?"

"Really, I know you have someone you like."

"Is that so... I'm so tired..."

"I, I... like you..."

Kawasaki took a deep breath and continued:

"But when I saw you in the photos, I couldn't help but want to support you because you looked so happy from the bottom of your hearts."

"Kawasaki..."

"I may continue to like you, or I may like someone else soon, so you don't have to worry about it. Just do what you want. No matter what, it's great that you're back alive."

"Thank you for coming to visit me... It's all thanks to you all that I'm able to come back. I hope you will continue to be a good guide in the future, Kawasaki."

"Um"

"Hachiman! And me!"

"Of course, teacher, please give me more advice."

"We agreed to go get ramen together. Let's go once you're well."

"it is good"

“But this is a really great photo.”

Totsuka sighed.

"I'll introduce you to each other later, but I'll have to wait and see what happens after we meet in person."

"Any questions?"

"Her family seems to be rich..."

"Is that so? Come on, Hachiman!"

"Oh"

"Hikigaya, please introduce me to someone too."

"Huh...teacher is still single?"

Hiratsuka immediately pressed his knuckles against Hachiman's temple and spun around.

"I'm so sorry about being single. You're very happy and proud, right? Hmm?"

"Hikigaya you bastard!"

Hiratsuka smiled broadly and pressed Hachiman's head into his chest.

"Uwaaa! Totsuka-suke... I can't breathe!"

"Teacher-sensei! Hachiman is dying! Kawasaki-san, please help!"

"Teacher, maybe spring has finally arrived. Just be patient."

"Hey......"

Hachiman struggled for a long time and begged for mercy:

"Surrender, surrender! Please spare me before my body recovers."

"Oh, sorry. I was so excited that I accidentally pressed your face against my chest."

"Ha...just having trouble breathing, it's okay."

When Hiratsuka apologized, he noticed that even when pressed on the chest, Hachiman showed no sign of shyness, and he couldn't help but complain:

"You seem much more comfortable with women now, you arrogant boy."

"Ha...we've been through a lot..."

"That's fine."

Totsuka, watching the conversation, reminded the time:

"Teacher, it's almost time."

“It’s already been two hours.”

"When the shift changes, the wine is ready."

"Next comes your main event, Hikigaya."

"...So, who are the next two to come?"

After watching the three people leave, Hachiman began to wait anxiously for the arrival of Yukinoshita and Yuigahama.

SAO : Chapter 86: Yukino and Yui's Feelings

The moment there was a knock on the door, Hachiman's heart skipped a beat.

"Please come in"

Hachiman responded nervously, but no one pushed the door open. He listened intently, and a familiar voice rang out from outside. He carefully climbed onto the edge of the bed and cautiously moved toward the door.

"Yukino-chan isn't going in?"

"Why don't you go in?"

"Hey, look, my hands are shaking."

"Actually, I was so nervous that my fingers weren't working properly."

"Then let's open the door together."

"Okay, I'll count to three and we'll push together."

Hachiman listened to the conversation silently, then suddenly opened the door. The two people who were frozen in place stared at him in astonishment.

"It's cold outside, come in quickly and give me a hand."

"what......"