Aincrad, Floor 22
This was the most beautiful floor among the seventy odd floors of Aincrad that had been cleared, and it belonged to a peaceful zone.
Forests, lakes, hills, grasslands, villages, and other structures and territories complemented and blended with each other exceptionally harmoniously. Even people with an average sense of aesthetics would find that Floor 22 was no longer just a simple scenic area but could be called the artistic crystallization of nature itself.
The beautiful scenery was like a paradise seen only in dreams, making anyone feel lost in its charm the moment they stepped into it.
Naturally, the serene beauty of Floor 22 seemed to make people forget the cruelty and bloodshed of the death game SAO. After it was cleared, it became a true paradise in the eyes of the players who had endured the harsh trials of the game.
At the southern end of Floor 22, near the tranquil sapphire like lake clusters, there was an emerald green forest.
When the morning sun rose, its bright rays shone on the forest, dyeing the green leaves and grass with a pale golden light. The sunlight also bathed a scenic villa at the edge of the forest and the lake, creating an almost sacred atmosphere.
"Ugh, it is already dawn~"
In the bedroom of the villa, Morin felt the sunlight streaming in. Opening his eyes, he saw the bright rays illuminating the amorous scene on the bed, making it even more captivating.
On the bed covered with a cyan sheet, Asuna lay in Morin's embrace like a little kitten. Her long chestnut hair was spread out around her, shining like pure gold under the sunlight. The fair skin that occasionally peeked out from beneath the sheet was as translucent and flawless as the finest white jade. Her pair of snow white, beautiful legs extended beyond the sheet, drawing attention like a masterpiece of art.
Morin looked at the sleeping Asuna in his arms, his hand gently gliding over her skin, feeling the exquisite sensation, as warm and smooth as real jade even within this virtual world of SAO. He could not help but begin to explore unrestrainedly.
The first condition has been met. The second task is to defeat Kayaba Akihiko, and there is still a crucial step before the final showdown...
Feeling the sensation that was almost indistinguishable from reality, and now that the gender restrictions in SAO were lifted for him, Morin comfortably enjoyed the soft warmth of the beauty in his arms. At the same time, his mind wandered through the various experiences he had undergone over the past year, his eyes carrying a trace of reminiscence and emotion.
That is right.
More than a month ago, after quietly pushing the protagonist Kirito into a background character, Morin had successfully married Asuna within the game, fulfilling the first task condition—winning Asuna's heart.
At least, Morin's actions in SAO had indeed achieved the intended effect. Asuna, having met and spent time with Morin long before she could even encounter Kirito, had built her trust and affection through over a year of constant interaction. Her heart was firmly attached to Morin.
More than a month ago, after Morin officially announced their marriage in the game, he received a strange notification sound informing him that the first task had been completed, with the option to submit the task and return.
Naturally, Morin, who had anticipated such a situation before entering SAO, directly refused the seemingly tempting offer.
Are you kidding me? Morin was not a fool. There were clearly two task options, and while completing either seemed enough to clear the mission, anyone with common sense could guess that completing both would yield far greater rewards.
Not to mention, after spending more than a year together, Morin's feelings for Asuna had truly deepened. He could no longer treat Asuna like an NPC but truly saw her as his wife.
Therefore, Morin chose not to immediately complete the first task. Even after trying to inquire and getting no response from the system, he gritted his teeth and decided to stay.
On one hand, he completed the in game wedding with Asuna. On the other, he began contemplating how to defeat Kayaba Akihiko, while ideally clearing Aincrad completely and returning to the real world of Sword Art Online together with Asuna.
Now, Morin found that the storyline in SAO had shifted significantly.
Some characters and events had clearly changed. Kirito might still have obtained the dual wielding skill, and Heathcliff, Kayaba Akihiko's avatar, still existed. But the crucial character he was planning for had not yet appeared...
"Ugh... Morin, you are awake..."
Asuna, still half asleep, furrowed her delicate brows slightly. Then she opened her eyes and saw Morin beside her. Smiling sweetly, she reached out and hugged him, greeting him softly.
"Asuna, you are awake. Get ready, I will go prepare breakfast"
Seeing Asuna's adorably sleepy look, Morin lowered his head and kissed her on her beautiful cheek, speaking gently.
"Mmm~ I will help too"
Asuna, just waking up, gazed at her lover with her beautiful clear eyes and nodded shyly.
Watching Asuna sit up halfway, trying to put on casual clothes, revealing her slender graceful curves and breathtaking beauty, Morin's heart stirred once again.
Unable to resist, he hugged and kissed Asuna again, and amidst her coquettish protests, the two lingered quite a while before finally managing to leave the bedroom.
Later, in the living room of the lakeside villa.
In the living room with its warm and inviting decor, Morin and Asuna sat at a large wooden table, enjoying the sumptuous breakfast laid out before them.
Sliced white bread with honey, fragrant fried eggs, fruit salad, and other delights that could be considered a rich breakfast by SAO standards were entirely prepared by Morin and Asuna themselves.
After eating, they even received a positive status effect of "pleasant mood," temporarily increasing stamina and attribute judgment slightly.
"Morin~ Where shall we go to play today?"
After just finishing breakfast, Asuna set down her cutlery, rested her chin in both hands, and looked at Morin with great anticipation.
If any players had witnessed this scene, they would have dropped their jaws in disbelief.
Was this truly the famous Black Swordsman, making such a sweet and girlish expression? Could this really be the same heroic and stoic figure they admired from afar?
"Of course, today is a rare day off. You decide"
Seeing Asuna looking at him with such sparkling, adorable eyes, Morin immediately understood that she already had a plan and did not object, replying with a gentle smile.
"That is great~ Morin, today I want to visit the village on the twenty second floor. Lizbeth and Silica told me there are some really nice souvenirs there, and the specialty foods are delicious..."
Morin's reply made Asuna cheer happily as she eagerly began listing destinations and planning their shopping route.
Morin, seeing Asuna's excitement, did not feel impatient at all.
Instead, he gently wrapped his arm around Asuna with a warm smile, carefully discussing the plans for this rare and precious day of leisure.
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