In the strategy for the 75th floor, almost all the players in the strategy team participated in it, in order to eliminate dangers as carefully as possible and avoid sacrifices due to large jumps in difficulty in the absence of Luo Zhen.
Judging from the results, this decision was undoubtedly very wise. Except for the reconnaissance operation conducted by the reconnaissance team on the defensive boss's room, there was no attrition of personnel in the strategy team until they discovered the defensive boss's room.
However, among these players who gave their best, Heathcliff was not included.
This leader, who has the same unique skills as Kirito, even got the unique skills earlier than Kirito, and raised the proficiency of the unique skills to fully acquired, did not make any contribution in the strategy for the 75th floor. .
Yes.
No contribution at all.
Because, Heathcliff has never come to the 75th floor to attend the strategy guide.
Although, in the past floors, unless it was a battle against the defending boss, Heathcliff would not attend the battle, but would leave all the strategy matters to Asuna, but this time it was the 75th floor after all, and Asuna Na is not in the group. As the leader of the "Knights of the Blood Alliance", Heathcliff should take the lead and lead the "Knights of the Blood Alliance" to conquer the 75th floor, right
But in Asuna's absence, Heathcliff never attended the 75th floor strategy from beginning to end. Even the boss strategy battle in the training area was left to his subordinates to solve. Really thorough.
And whenever someone asked the players of "Knights of the Blood Alliance" about this matter, the other party turned out to be confused.
The members only know...
"Ever since the Kradir incident, the regiment leader's condition seems to have been not very good. Not only did he not attend various meetings and discussions within the regiment, he even left matters to the cadres to handle on their own. He didn't know how to go. Wherever I am, I can’t get in touch no matter how hard I try.”
This is the only thing the members know.
Obviously, Heathcliff seemed to be quite affected by the incident with Kradir. He didn't know whether it was because he was sad because there was such a scumbag in his group, or because of the relationship with Klein and Aiki. Like you, I discovered the death of Kradir, which led to this appearance.
It should be the latter, right
After all, looking at Heathcliff's intellectual and calm appearance, it's hard to believe that he would be hit by such a sentimental reason.
In any case, it has been established that Heathcliff's recent behavior has been strange.
Now, it would be a bit puzzling if the opponent doesn't even plan to attend the 75th floor defensive boss battle.
"Is it necessary to care like this?"
Klein then spoke his mind.
Although the matter of Kradir cannot be ignored, it would be inappropriate if it affects the strategy for the defensive boss.
You must know that only by defeating the boss guarding the floor can you go to the upper floor, and the hope of leaving this world will be greater.
Is this a more important thing than Kradir's anomaly
"Putting the cart before the horse... That Heathcliff's words shouldn't lead to that."
Agil also expressed his opinion with a frown.
In response, Asuna gave everyone a shot in the arm.
"Don't worry, the leader will still attend this strategic battle."
Asuna said this.
"Although I haven't met the group leader, I have already sent him a message to tell him what happened. The group leader has already replied and made it clear that he will attend."
Asuna's words finally made Klein and Agil feel relieved.
"Fortunately, Heathcliff will not be absent."
"With the defending at the front, the chances of winning are even greater."
Klein and Agil spoke while laughing at each other.
Why is it that Heathcliff is famous for his strong defense? Even when faced with monsters of the defensive boss level, his HP gauge has never dropped to the yellow zone so far
When defending the boss on the 50th floor, Heathcliff supported the front line by himself for ten minutes. This is a legend that no one has forgotten to this day.
In this case, it would be more reassuring if Heathcliff could attend the strategy battle.
"Of course, there is another holder of unique skills that people are looking forward to."
Klein expressed this with a smile.
There is no need to explain who the person mentioned in the words is.
As for Agil, he spread his hands like this.
"What's more important is that that person is back too, right? Then everything is safe."
Agil's words of trust made Asuna's face involuntarily show a somewhat proud expression.
"That's right." Asuna held the thin sword at her waist and murmured, "If Luo Zhen is here, there will be no problem."
Asuna believed so.
Little did they know, her murmur had already reached other people's ears.
"... It seems that this has indeed fallen."
Agil said this as if sighing.
"Uuuu... My Miss Asuna... I was obviously the one who came first."
Klein burst into tears.
Time passed quietly in this situation.
After almost all the members of the strategy team had arrived, the last guild arrived belatedly.
〈Red Wing〉.
The most recognized guild in SAO finally came in from outside the arena and appeared with great momentum.
The leader is Kirito.
The two-sword swordsman led the members of his guild and arrived at the arena together.
"That guy has finally arrived."
Klein muttered as if he had been waiting for a long time.
On the contrary, it was Agil who made some strange noises.
"Where's Luo Zhen? Why didn't he show up?"
Agil's discovery was also the discovery of players from other guilds.
"Why didn't you come?"
"Obviously all the players are here."
"Could it be that he didn't come back at all?"
"Are you kidding me?"
"That's the guarding boss on the 75th floor."
"How can we fight without him?"
The players became somewhat noisy.
Asuna was also a little uneasy.
"Luo Zhen..."
Why didn't you come
Did something happen
Asuna couldn't help but start to worry.
Fortunately, Asuna's worries were unnecessary.
It's not that Luo Zhen didn't come, he was just a little late.
Because I met an acquaintance at the transfer gate.
Now, Luo Zhen came in from outside the arena together with his opponent, and walked into everyone's eyes.
Seeing this scene, everyone breathed a sigh of relief at first, and then became surprised.
Including Asuna.
"Captain?"
Asuna was surprised.
That's right.
The acquaintance Luo Zhen met at the transfer door was none other than Heathcliff.
"Goo!"
"Woo!"
Colorful butterflies and flower butterflies flew in from outside the venue first, as if opening a path, spreading phosphorus powder along the way.
The lazy swordsman carrying the crystal sword and the calm knight wearing the cross shield followed the two familiars and slowly walked into the field.
Maybe, no one discovered it at all
The atmosphere between the two people seemed solemn and depressing.