EX Chapter #7 Blooming Familiarity

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No one's POV

Currently within ALO, Nhazul was in the shopping area buying items and upgrade materials, when he suddenly felt something land on his head.

Nhazul: Hmm?

As Nhazul glances up, he saw Pina had landed on his head.

Pina: Kyururu!

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Pina: Kyururu!

???: Pina!

Nhazul looked back and saw Silica walking up, to them, pouting at Pina.

Silica: What did I tell you about flying off on your own! You're bothering Nhazul!

Nhazul: She's fine. I'm actually surprised to see her.

Silica: I converted her from SAO. She was in my inventory as one of the only items that weren't ruined.

Nhazul: I see. So like Strea and Yui.

Silica: Yeah! I'm so happy I was able to be with her again!

Nhazul: I bet. So, was there something you needed?

Silica: Oh yes! Actually, I was hoping that I might be able to ask for your help.

Nhazul just raised a brow at Silica, hearing her tone.

Nhazul: What's with the stiff tone all of a sudden?

Silica: W-Well, I'm sure you're busy and all, so...

Nhazul: I'm not busy. I was just restocking on items.

Soon, Silica began blushing a bit.

Silica: W-Well, uh... uhm... Would you come out with me and help me level for a bit?

Nhazul: What, just that? Sure, I'll go.

Hearing this, Silica perked up happily.

Silica: Really!! Thank you so much! I'm really happy that we can do some adventuring together! Pina, we have to do our best!

Pina: Kyururu!

Nhazul: So, where do you want to go?

Silica: I was hoping to go to a pretty high level within Cait Sith territory.

Nhazul: I think I know where you're taking about. That area is pretty tough. Are you sure you're up for it?

Silica: I-I'll do my best...!

Pina: Kyururu...!

Nhazul just gave a slight chuckle.

Nhazul: You and Pina have the same reaction, don't you. It's really fun to watch.

Hearing this, Silica began to blush.

Silica: Eh? D-Do you think so?

Nhazul: Alright, I guess we should get going then.

Silica: Yes!

(Timeskip)

After recruiting Nhazul, he and Silica went to the area within Cait Sith Territory, to grind out levels together. Nhazul gained 2, while Silica 4, due to Nhazul allowing her the final hit, like he did when in SAO. After around 2 hours, the two stopped for a break.

Silica: Phew... We beat a lot of monsters...

Nhazul: Are you tired? Want to call it a day?

Silica: No, I'm fine! I made you come along with me today, so I want to do a little more farming!

Nhazul: Alright then. Just don't push yourself too hard.

Silica: Right! Thank you for worrying about me.

Silica then something under her breath.

Silica: I was always just a nuisance to you before... I want to show you how much I can do now...

Nhazul: Huh? Did you say something?

Silica: Oh, no! Nothing at all. Let's keep-

Suddenly, Silica's eyes widened completely and utterly shocked, which confused Nhazul.

Silica: ....

Nhazul: Silica?

Without saying anything, Silica proceeded to walk past Nhazul and knelt down on the ground, as if looking at something. As Nhazul walked up, he was surprised to see it was a [Pneuma Flower].

Nhazul: A [Pneuma Flower]?

Silica: I didn't think I'd ever see one again until Floor 47 of New Aincrad was unlocked... Why is it in ALO?

Nhazul just knelt down, looking at the flower with Silica.

Nhazul: ALO is just a copy of SAO servers

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Nhazul: ALO is just a copy of SAO servers. The Cardinal System may have just used the graphic source data for this. No item description is popping up, so this one is just for show.

Silica: Even so, this is without a doubt it! I'm so happy to see it again.

Nhazul: Really?

Silica: Of course! This is the flower that saved Pina's life and the flower that led us to being friends. It's extremely precious to me.

Hearing this, Nhazul looked at Silica surprised, as he looked back towards the flower.

Nhazul: I guess it's a shame you can't pick it. It's classified as an immortal object.

Silica: Actually though, I kind of want to leave it as is anyway.

Nhazul: What do you mean?

Silica: Well, it's tucked away here deep in a high level area, below a sheer drop. I don't think anyone will find it. So... Why don't we make this our secret place? I want to keep my memories with you... A secret just for myself.

Nhazul: I see.

Silica soon started blushing embarrassed.

Silica: Ah, Umm... Would that be bad?

Nhazul: No, that's fine. This can be a spot just for us. In fact, I don't want anyone to know about it either.

Silica looked at Nhazul surprised.

Silica: Huh? Really?

Nhazul: Yeah. This flower is precious to you. I wouldn't want someone to come along and mess it up.

Soon, Silica began blushing even more, and smiled happily.

Silica: Right... Let's come here again together sometime.

Nhazul: Yeah.

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