I am a reincarnation player.

The blue sea? It really makes you happy.

She looked towards the distant sea, not pretending to be deep, but just a little confused. They were still hunting players in the Skeleton Plain more than 20 hours ago, and they changed roles so quickly.

What will become of me if I team up with them now? The Shinomiya family is too dangerous, should I go back? What will become of my relationship with Hayasaka? Will it ever be the same as before?

The important questions concerning life lingered in her mind. As she was thinking in the sunset, she suddenly took a step to the side.

Wow.

The sea water fell on the beach and was quickly absorbed. Kaguya turned her head and looked at Sakurajima Mai, who failed to launch a sneak attack, with a puzzled look on her face.

"You've finally made it back, so stop daydreaming. A new dungeon will probably start in a few days. Aren't you tired?" The senior student approached with a smile, flicking her shoes lightly with her fingers.

"It wasn't easy for us since we came back, and now we finally understand why some players went to great lengths to hide their identities."

This reminded Kaguya of the Phantom Thief, a young man who was no weaker than Yuuki, yet he had always been a lone ranger. According to him, he only wanted to live a few days of peace and quiet after leaving the dungeon.

Looking at the girl in the sunset, Kaguya held it in for a long time before she whispered, "I'm sorry to have troubled you."

She already knew how huge a plan Hayasaka had prepared for her. Not only did she ask Yuki to take action, she also went abroad and was currently flying back under a different identity.

Without knowing it, the biggest crisis was resolved.

"I'm not taking this opportunity to mock you." The senior student handed the shoes to Kaguya gracefully, bending down to twist the water stains on her skirt. "Just do your best to resolve what has happened. There are many troubles in the world, and thinking about them one by one will never end. Just like there may be a larger player organization behind Zhu."

This is inevitable. The Sigong family is powerful, but it is not the best in the world. What Sigong Huangguang can do, others can also do. So when will this end?

"That's just one of the reasons. Yuki itself is shrouded in mystery, and discovering the truth within it is even more difficult."

"With so much trouble, how can he still laugh?" Kaguya turned her head and looked at the young man who was rubbing a boy's head.

"It's not difficult. Why would I cry?" Mai chuckled, taking a few steps forward with her hands behind her back. "After getting through my initial nightmare, I once asked someone what his goal was in the reincarnation game. Whenever I was lost, he would always influence me."

"The idea suddenly became clear. Why worry about other things? I just need to give it my all when I need to do it, whether it's clearing a dungeon, killing people, or teaching a few kids to play with sand."

Isn't this character play?

Kaguya felt somewhat familiar with this. Both she and Hayasaka had skills in this area. No wonder she didn't notice anything wrong. No wonder this Sakurajima Mai dared to go back to being an idol.

There is no doubt that this is a skill that only geniuses possess, because most people cannot even distinguish between work and life, let alone daily life and the reincarnation game.

"Kaguya-san, do you know why Yuki is fighting?" the senior asked suddenly. The girl kept looking at Yuki and nodded slightly, barely perceptible.

She probably knew what was going on, and felt a little ashamed of her initial vigilance. This man had never been interested in becoming a regional overlord, but his ambition was incredibly terrifying.

For players, it is not difficult to form a large organization like the Sun. All they need is strength, wisdom, and financial resources. However, it is extremely difficult to enjoy this peace for a long time, because the enemy is the reincarnation game itself.

and I?

Kaguya pursed her lips. She was a complicated person. Her education in imperial studies made her want to replace Shinomiya Huang Guang. She was afraid of death, but she desperately desired power and security.

But there are other player organizations behind Zhou. Even if he unites all players worldwide and becomes the strongest, is there a limit to the difficulty of the reincarnation game? When will it end?

Her legs seemed to be stuck in gravel, Kaguya had a blank expression on her face and her eyes wandered. She found that the scene that appeared most frequently in the past two days was not the reign of the world.

Hayasaka Ai, Fujiwara Chika and Shuchiin, those boring and innocent mediocre people.

"But I've changed. The reincarnation game can change a person in just one day. The will to live is indeed the best teacher."

She now trembles all over when she thinks of the first copy. She lay in bed for several days before she recovered. Then she made various excuses not to go to school and politely declined Fujiwara Chika's request to visit her.

Now she had an urge to rush back to Tokyo immediately to taste Hayasaka's coffee, then wash up and go to school, and listen to Fujiwara's stupid and funny jokes, but reason told her that doing so was dangerous and self-deception.

Can I go back?

Kaguya glanced at Yuuki waving goodbye to her child in the distance, and Sakurajima Mai walking lightly with her shoes in her hands. The last ray of sunset remained in the fiery red sky, dyeing the entire sea surface golden.

She has a special holiday villa and has seen the sunset countless times, but she thinks the sunset at this moment is surprisingly beautiful.

Maybe.

......

"Senior, your newbie guide nature is acting up, giving people psychological counseling again?"

Yuuki had his back to the beach, but everything was under his control.

"Don't call me that. It reminds me of that disgusting monster with a blasted head." Mai wrinkled her nose and replied with a smile, "We're teammates after all. How can we not be united? It's just that Kaguya-san is a little different from us. She's a little too mature and a little too childish."

Mature yet childish?

Although the evaluation was contradictory, Yuki felt that it was very appropriate. After all, this was an alienated version of Ice Kaguya, who was indeed different from a normal person.

"Her problem has been solved. Hayasaka will be back soon. We've set up a dozen fake targets, so even if Hiruzen sends out players, it'll take some effort. In times like this, the indifferent family ties come in handy. She doesn't need to report her safety to anyone anyway."

"It sounds sad, but it's okay, at least it's safer this way." Mai didn't doubt the maid's professionalism and lowered her head with interest.

There is a group of magnificent castles on the beach. No wonder the children are shouting like they are possessed.

"By the way, can you build sand castles?"

"I couldn't do it before, but after my physical fitness improved, my hands can perfectly reproduce what's in my head. To be honest, it's quite boring."

"So you played with those kids for over an hour?"

Yuuki turned his back to the setting sun and said, "Senpai, don't you wash your hands when they're all dirty?"

His face was hidden in the darkness, and only his white teeth could be seen. The sunlight behind him was like an umbilical cord, connecting him to the last ray of light.

Mai was stunned for a moment, then revealed a somewhat unpleasant smile: "It seems I have to keep a closer eye on you."

"Hahaha, that's what I wish for." Yuki laughed. He had a lot of negative mental states, but now he can still enjoy a normal life, which even he finds amazing.

After saying goodbye to the children, the three continued their walk.

At this time, the last sunlight had already set. There was no moonlight, no stars, and it was pitch black all around. Only the sound of the tide could be heard.

No one asked when they would go home, and no one knew where their destination was. The lighthouse in the distance looked like a firefly, and as they walked, they heard someone talking in front.

It was a man and a woman, who seemed to be whispering something, and immediately shut up when they heard someone approaching.

Yuuki could only see a silhouette and asked tentatively, "Kitahara Iori?"

"Sky Island Yuki? What a coincidence, you're here for a walk too?" The young man glanced around, his eyes seemingly able to see through the night. "Oh, this is your friend from Tokyo. Did you bring him to Izu specifically to see the sea?"

player! ?

Kaguya tensed her muscles instantly, and Mai also became a little alert. They could feel that the gaze was not simple, but they deliberately looked away when it passed over their faces.

"You and Chisa are out for a walk too?" Yuki didn't answer directly. He could see the short-haired girl nodding to him, then looking at the two people behind her curiously.

"No, I just came out to get some fresh air after getting drunk. Speaking of which, Tokita-senpai is right up ahead. You'd better turn back. A girl from Tokyo may not understand the customs of Izu."

Damn, is baseball boxing a custom in Izu?

Yuki turned around decisively, but he knew that Kitahara Iori was not just venturing out, he must have a lot to say to Chisa, and he did have some insight.

"Hey, is it fun for you to be so busy all day long?"

After taking a few steps, the young man's voice came from afar. It was obvious that he had guessed what happened in Tokyo.

"It's boring, but there are always times when it's extremely meaningful." Yuuki didn't explain, just waved his hand casually, "By the way, my female friend in Tokyo is someone else."

The night was silent for a few seconds, and as the night wind carried the curse of "You beast deserve to die", Yuki just smiled and pretended nothing happened.

After a brief contact, they each left. Kaguya couldn't hold it in any longer and was about to ask who this dangerous player was, but the crisp sound of "ding-ling-ling" interrupted her and she had to shut her mouth.

"You finally called me. I thought you were seriously injured and had passed away." Yuki answered the phone and greeted him like an old friend.

"I'm not physically injured, and you've already guessed the outcome, so there's no need for me to report this specifically." Ayanokouji Kiyotaka had no sense of humor and didn't intend to beat around the bush. He simply asked, "When can we meet?"

"Okay, no problem for me." Yuki answered decisively, obviously guessing this step.

"Then how do you see it?"

"Someone will contact you later. The time is set for tomorrow."

"no problem."

The call ended without a single word. Yuki put the phone back into his trouser pocket and turned around helplessly.

"I just took a day off and now I'm back to work."

"Do you want me to accompany you?" Mai asked immediately.

"With Hiyori here, go do your thing, senior. You finally get back together, try to relax." Yuuki cares about other people's feelings and looks at Kaguya: "As for you, you can stay in my room. Hayasaka should be back tomorrow."

Is Hayasaka finally coming?

Kaguya felt faintly happy, but also distressed, not knowing what expression to use to say goodbye.

She suppressed her emotions and asked coldly, "Are you going alone? Aren't you afraid of danger?"

"I like to work with smart people. This way, there will be fewer tricks and we won't insult each other's intelligence." Yuki answered the question irrelevantly, raised his head, and slowly disappeared into the darkness. Some things don't need to be said out loud.

Saving you is just a matter of convenience, this is the greatest significance of participating in the war.

Chapter 21 Game Secrets

There are many things Yuki wants to know. After going through three copies, he has deeper questions every time.

The reincarnation game seemed to be an extremely patient narrator. As the qualifications increased, the permissions were gradually opened up. Normal players called it "growth". Yuki found out more things and realized that it was not that simple.

But even if Kaguya Shinomiya is included, there are only five people in the team, and none of them have much experience. It will take forever for me to find out by myself.

He had neither the mind nor the time to waste on real-life interpersonal relationships. Coincidentally, there happened to be someone around him who had interest and resources in this area, so it was only natural for him to do a little favor in exchange for information.

The next day, Yuki arrived in Fukuoka after many twists and turns, and then took a boat out to sea to Aosu Island.

The island is very small, located dozens of kilometers north of Fukuoka. It was once inhabited by hundreds of fishermen, but now young people are flocking to the city and the island is deserted.

What Yuki wants is a place with few people. That’s the good thing about Neon. Even though Tokyo is so crowded, there’s not even a ghost to be seen in the countryside.

Yuki, dressed like a student in light-colored jeans and a white short-sleeved shirt, stood at the bow of the ship. The Fool's Mask transformed him into a teenager of fifteen or sixteen. Not long after, a long island appeared in his sight.

There is a small pier on the island. Some old two-story houses are built against the mountain, but most of them have their doors and windows closed. There are also a few old men who can't even open their eyes fishing on the pier. They raise their heads slightly when they see someone coming.

What day is it today? There are actually quite a few young people here. Apart from the doctor who occasionally comes to the island, they haven’t seen anyone of this age for a long time.

Yuki jumped off the boat and looked at the figures standing not far from the dock. He never thought that his first face-to-face encounter with Ayanokouji Kiyotaka would be under the watchful eyes of a group of dying old men.

The young man was standing on the shore, with Shiina Hiyori and Sakayanagi Arisu beside him. He also saw Yuki, looked him up and down, and walked onto the covered bridge in silence.

The two young men of "similar age" walked towards each other without shaking hands or any formalities, and stopped about one meter apart.

You looked at me, I looked at you, no one spoke, but a huge amount of information flashed through our minds.

Unlike my impression, Lu Ge seems more ruthless and mature. Yeah, after all, he's the type who can adapt to different situations. The reincarnation game is much more interesting than the middle school students' brawl.

I can't smell blood. Does this person have a split personality or something? No wonder he gives me the impression of a combination of a strategist and a reckless man. That's fine. I don't like talking to brainless people.

They each formed their first impression, and in the end it was Ayanokouji Kiyotaka who broke the silence.

"The place you chose for the meeting is strange. I've never heard of a private conversation being the center of attention."

"But this is the safest way. If anyone wants to deal with us, they will be discovered as soon as they get on the island."

"Well, thinking backwards, you expected me to erase the memories of the people on the island?"

"What else? I've disguised myself, but you're not prepared at all?" Yuuki spread his hands and saw that Ayanokouji Kiyotaka, who had been tricked by him, showed no emotion at all. He nodded in satisfaction.

"You're quite broad-minded. No wonder you didn't spend time looking for Hiyori."

"Because you are worthy of my caution." Ayanokouji didn't say much. It would be easy for him to dig out Shiina Hiyori, and there was no surprise when the latter revealed her identity.

Shiina Hiyori cannot be considered a hostage, but she is still in the academy, which gives me peace of mind. As for this person's disguise, it is not a big deal.

His identity concerns the lives of many people. As long as he can hide in the dark, no one dares to touch Shiina Hiwa.

"Thank you."

Yuki accepted the respect calmly, then raised his head to look at the two people walking onto the pier.

Sakayanagi Arisu, who was leaning on a crutch and looked frail, felt like she could be blown down by the wind, but Yuki felt a sense of oppression and immediately realized that this woman was not simple.

Her eyes were filled with curiosity, and she didn't bother to hide it at all. Those fox-like eyes had looked at him dozens of times.

Shiina Hiyori still looks like the girl next door. Even when she greets someone with a faint smile, it makes people want to pinch her little face.

The two men approached each other, then separated clearly, standing behind their own commander like counselors, still equally matched.

"I didn't expect that Shiina from Class C is your teammate. This makes me determined to meet you." Ayanokouji said lightly. Ordinary people really don't understand the meaning of his words.

"A person's value isn't determined by their ability to kill, especially in the Samsara game." Yuuki didn't hide it. Hiyori looked harmless. "Please, let's talk while we walk. It's uncomfortable to be stared at by a group of dying people."

There is an abandoned shrine on the mountain in the center of the island, which offers a panoramic view of the surrounding area and is safer to talk there.