Xibei Cat

Rhode is a legendary guild leader of the most influential guild in the VRMMO, Dragon Soul Continent. In order to cope with the death of his beloved sister, he dived into the game for seven long years. During this period, Rhode tries his best to alleviate his emotional pain through gaming, but alas, his life shatters once more when he heard his parents perish in a plane crash.

A month after the incident, he made a decision to quit the game and return to the real world. But just before that, as a final farewell, Rhode decides to fight the most powerful BOSS in the game with his guildmates. In the end, he defeats the BOSS at the expense of his avatar's life. Rhode smiles as his avatar dissipates in a beam of light. However, instead of respawning at the usual platform...

...

"W-wha...!"

Rhode shot up and stared at the unfamiliar ceiling.

And thus, a player who had been creating legends in the game for three eras disappeared just like that...

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Summoning the Holy Sword

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Previously with the Lize's help, Anne was clothed in a somewhat comfy top for sleeping. Her thin garments were already drenched with sweat from all the lifting she had done a while back, causing the thin layer of cloth to stick to her porcelain-like skin. When Anne threw herself into Rhode's arms, he immediately felt two soft speaks pushing against him. Her fragrance quickly assaulted Rhode's nostrils, and it was so intense that even he couldn't resist. Fortunately, Rhode managed to keep his cool — he briefly caressed Anne's head and promptly parted with her body with a gentle shove.

"Alright, I'll get something for you to eat since you've slept for the whole day. Go, lie down and conserve your energy. I'll take care of the side effects for you — but don't forget your promise to me."

"Yes, of course, Anne will never ever disobey Leader's instructions again!"

Fighting Fire with Fire