Chapter 1843 - -1803- Didn't even go all out?

Before Asuna arrived, the members of the were quite worried.

Although they had transitioned from another VRMMO, was still a guild, and they understood that temporarily letting a top-tier player join another guild to help was a significant taboo. If not handled carefully, that player might end up being recruited away, which would be a huge loss.

Thus, everyone had been feeling that there was a high chance Asuna wouldn't make it.

Even though Asuna had agreed yesterday, telling everyone that she would help as long as it didn't involve leaving , no one could be sure if her guild would ultimately let her go.

Now, everyone could finally breathe a sigh of relief.

"See? Didn't I say so?" Yuuki said cheerfully, "Rozen is such a nice guy. He's the one who asked Asuna to fight me yesterday, knowing full well I'd extend an invitation. Given that, of course would let her come over."

Among the entire guild, the only one who hadn't been worried about whether Asuna would show up was Yuuki.

Of course, even though she wasn't worried, Yuuki had still been excited and full of anticipation. Otherwise, she wouldn't have shown such a puppy-like expression earlier.

Hearing Yuuki's words, the rest of the group nodded one after another.

"As expected of the strongest player in this world," said Jun, full of admiration.

"This is what it means to be a true big shot. Not only is he skilled, but he's also incredibly magnanimous," Tecchi agreed.

"Unlike those so-called strongest players and guild leaders in other VRMMOs, who are just in it for fame and profit. Their titles are completely hyped up—a total scam!" Nori crossed her arms and commented with an air of authority.

"Well, considering he's someone who defeated Yuuki and earned her recognition, being impressive is just par for the course," Talken adjusted his glasses and spoke in a much calmer tone than before.

"He's a hero from SAO. I'd love to meet him in person someday," Siune added gently.

It was clear that Asuna's arrival had not only reassured the group but also deepened their admiration for Rozen's generosity.

Hearing everyone praise Rozen, Asuna felt both happy and proud.

Normally, Asuna wasn't one to seek attention. She was reserved and steady, rarely emphasizing her presence unnecessarily.

But now, Asuna felt a strong urge to show off.

And what did she want to show off?

Her man, of course.

So...

"Not just that," Asuna said with a smile. "Before I left, Rozen gave me a wonderful parting gift. I think you'll all love it."

As she spoke, Asuna opened her main menu and sent the complete map files she had stored to the members of .

Everyone stared at the windows that popped up in front of them, showing the fully detailed maps, and began exclaiming in surprise.

"Isn't this the 27th-floor labyrinth map?"

"How is it so detailed?"

"Wait... wasn't only 80% of the area explored so far?"

"This even marks the location of the floor boss's room!"

"Incredible..."

Jun, Tecchi, Talkin, Nori, and Siune all reacted in astonishment.

"What's going on, Asuna?" Yuuki, equally surprised and delighted, quickly asked.

Seeing this, Asuna maintained her smiling composure.

"This is a map file that Rozen spent all of last night creating. Not only did he fully explore the 27th-floor labyrinth and locate the floor boss's room, but he also engaged the boss alone, collected all the relevant information, and gave it to me to bring here for you."

Asuna's explanation left everyone speechless.

"This is such an incredible gift!" Yuuki said, overjoyed.

The others, however, were more hesitant.

"Is this for real?" Nori asked, looking both shocked and skeptical. "Is it really okay to just give us something so important?"

"Yeah," Talkin added cautiously. "After all, this is data and intel that 's leader worked so hard to gather. Giving it to us just like that feels... excessive."

"Why not use it themselves?" Jun said bluntly. "Since they already found the floor boss's room, has enough strength to take it down and claim the boss's loot."

"This gift does seem too valuable," Tecchi said, frowning. "And completing the 27th-floor labyrinth in one night is unbelievable."

"Asuna," Siune looked at her seriously. "Are you sure this is okay?"

Their concerns made Asuna smile wryly.

"Don't worry," she reassured them. "This gift may indeed be precious, but to , it's just one floor boss. They can afford to give it up. Rozen did this to help me return as soon as possible. With this map file, we can avoid the endless hordes of monsters in the labyrinth and head straight to the boss's room, saving supplies and energy. Plus, with the boss's data fully analyzed, we should be able to defeat it today. That way, I can return, and you'll all feel at ease."

Asuna's words weren't just for the people present—they were also to reassure herself so she could quickly return to her guild.

Thanks to her explanation, the group finally felt slightly more at ease.

Only one person, as if seeing through Asuna's intentions, stared at her intently.

"Well then, I'll accept this gift on behalf of ," Yuuki said with a glimmer in her eyes and a playful tone.

"Be sure to thank your amazing boyfriend for me, Asuna."

Hearing this, Asuna relaxed and nodded.

However...

"To explore the entire labyrinth alone, fight the floor boss, and return unscathed with all the data... this strongest player in ALO is even more incredible than I imagined," Tecchi sighed.

"I can't believe it. We've challenged that floor boss so many times as a group and were completely wiped out, yet he took it on solo. Is that even possible?" Nori seemed skeptical.

"It really is hard to believe," Talkin agreed, perhaps recalling the boss's fearsome strength.

"But if Asuna says it's true, then it must be," Siune said, her trust in Asuna evident.

"Hey, Yuuki, is the leader of really that strong?" Jun asked curiously, looking at Yuuki.

"Well..." Yuuki seemed momentarily conflicted.

After a brief pause, she finally spoke.

"I couldn't gauge how strong he truly is. When we dueled, he didn't even go all out."

Yuuki's straightforward response left everyone stunned.

There was no helping it. Everyone knew just how strong Yuuki was, yet she had lost to someone who hadn't even used their full strength. It was enough to leave the entire group in awe.

But on second thought, it wasn't hard to deduce.

"The rumors online say that the Magus's Big Dipper includes seven original sword skills, right? Well, I only managed to make him use the sixth one! There's still a seventh skill he hasn't shown," Yuuki said cheerfully.

Her words left the group utterly speechless.