Starting with Fireflies, Speedrun the World

Kurama Nene wasn't seriously injured at all, and she realized that Sam was probably targeting DGP, not actually going to attack them.

Because of his good temper, Sakurai Keikazu realized that he didn't have any major problems, and that the others were about the same, so he stopped thinking about it.

As a fox who has lived for two thousand years, it is only natural for Ukiyo Hidetoshi to keep his emotions hidden. As for what he is really thinking, only he knows.

"I said, more than anything, we want to know... what should we do if that Star Core Hunter reappears?"

"He's so powerful, we're no match for him at all. Could it be like last time?"

As Tsuri explained, one of the contestants became impatient and stood up to question her in an unpleasant tone.

The last DGP contestants were almost completely wiped out, utterly crushed by that Star Core Hunter.

Suddenly I feel that DGP's so-called "world-saving operation" is just a joke. If they meet that guy again, will they be wiped out again?

"This one……"

Faced with this question, Tsumuri was a little unsure how to answer.

She was just a guide, responsible for explaining and describing the game; nothing else was her job.

Then the game administrator stepped forward, coldly surveying everyone before calmly saying, "You just need to continue the Grand Prix; you don't need to worry about anything else."

"If that Star Core Hunter reappears, I will personally take care of him."

After speaking with the game's producer and confirming that the goddess's power could not affect the Star Core Hunter, he has decided to take matters into his own hands in order for the DGP Grand Prix to continue smoothly.

The DGP Grand Prix has been running for thousands of years. How can it be easily stopped because of one person? We will absolutely not tolerate that Star Core Hunter continuing to act so recklessly.

"..."

Hearing Kiroli's cold words, the other contestants fell silent.

Since DGP operations will handle it themselves, it's no longer something they need to worry about.

Especially for Hidetoshi Ukiyo, he had always wanted to investigate the operation of DGP and the matter concerning his mother, but he had never had the opportunity.

Two thousand years of investigation... it can be said that there has been almost no progress, which is undoubtedly a failure.

The operation of DGP is shrouded in mystery.

The appearance of that Star Core Hunter, who clearly doesn't belong to DGP and is incredibly powerful, might actually be an opportunity.

……

Chapter 35 Poker Card Demon

With Kiroli's assurance, the others remained silent, and at this point, Tsumuri continued to explain the rules of the game.

"Eliminate all the evil followers that appear, game over."

"This time, just like before, it's also a points-based elimination system."

"At the end of the game, the two contestants with the lowest scores will be eliminated."

Clearly, this is a game that eliminates two players, requiring not only strong individual skills but also excellent teamwork from teammates.

If nothing unexpected happens again.

"Now, based on the points from the previous round, please come forward and draw lots."

After saying that, Tsumuri pulled out a large box from somewhere and invited the contestants in front of her to come forward.

In the last round, due to the appearance of Star Core Hunter Sam, most of the demons were eliminated by outsiders, and they didn't get many points from the demons.

On the contrary, Sakurai Keikazu and Kurama Nene are far ahead in points because of their rescue efforts.

Sakurai Keikawa gets a great start to almost every round thanks to the support of the top-ranked player, Guagua.

In addition, he was the first to complete the hidden mission of rescuing people, and his score was slightly higher than that of Kurama Nene, so he naturally became the first.

Because saving lives was his priority, Sakurai Kagekazu felt a little embarrassed and gave the others an awkward smile.

Some people scoffed at Sakurai Kagekazu's incredible luck, but Kurama Nene and Ukiyo Hidetoshi were quite friendly towards him.

Kurama Nene's personality is like that, while Ukiyo Eiju, this fox, is eyeing Sakurai Kagekazu's good fortune. This kind old man is easy to fool, and it's easy to seduce him with any good buckle.

Walking up to Izumi, Sakurai Keikazu took a deep breath and then reached into the box to take out a card.

He was hoping for the companion he wanted, but when he saw the picture on the card, he sighed.

The image above is of a cow.

It's obvious that his partner in this match is Ba Niu!

This left Sakurai Keikawa momentarily speechless. Although the Bull Demon King was repeatedly killed by the Star Core Hunter, its strength was still considerable among them.

This guy just doesn't seem very easy to get along with!

And since this is another game of cooperation, he would rather switch to someone who is easier to talk to.

Next, Kurama Nene stepped forward to draw lots, and her partner was the fox.

Her gaze fell upon Ukiyo Hidetoshi, who then gave her a mysterious smile.

After everyone else had drawn their lots, Tsumuri announced the start of the mission. The next second, everyone was teleported to the mission location.

This is a plaza by the sea, and a famous dating spot for couples. The Poker Demons would break up couples on dates and take them back to their lair.

The DGP participants were paired up and each person was teleported to a different location.

Upon arrival at the location, a box with a buckle appeared in front of everyone, serving as the initial item for this round.

"Let me see what kind of buckle it is."

Kurama Nene couldn't wait to open the box in front of her, inside which was a rather nice-looking buckle.

The beat belt buckle.

Having taken the beat belt buckle, Kurama Nene turned to look at Ukiyo Hidetoshi beside her. He had also opened the buckle in front of him, but unfortunately... it was just a water gun buckle.

"Is it just a water gun?"

"It's okay, water guns are still pretty good here."

Upon seeing the buckle on the water gun, Ukiyo Hidetoshi was momentarily disappointed, but he quickly regained his confidence.

Moreover, water guns are indeed quite effective in this area. Ukiyo Hidetoshi glanced towards the shore; if they reached that place…

It's just not very convenient to use.

However, you can get a better buckle by completing the hidden mission.

"As expected of a fox."

Even with just a water gun, he was so confident; Kurama Nene had to admit his skill.

Apart from Kurama Nene and Ukiyo Hidetoshi's team, everyone else also got their own initial buckle. Except for Sakurai Keikazu, the buckles of the others were all quite ordinary.

While the buckle worn by Sakurai Keikawa this time is no longer the top-of-the-line Propulsion Buckle, it is still a perfect match for the Magnum Buckle of the Extreme Fox.

Upon seeing the buckle that Sakurai Kagekazu had obtained, Azuma Michinaga glanced at it but ultimately decided not to snatch it. Although Magnum was very strong, he was not suited to such a buckle.

This is more suitable for Jihu.

He, on the other hand, needs a more powerful buckle.

Although the initial buckle in front of him was quite ordinary, just an armed shield, it was still usable.

However, he couldn't understand why this guy always had such good buckles at the beginning. Was he really a lucky one?

……

"Let's get started, Sakurai Kagekazu! Let me see how you've grown."

Among the viewers watching the DGP Grand Prix, Sakurai Keikazu's top fan, the frog-like Guagua, was incredibly eager to see what would happen next.

Compared to other top players on the leaderboard, Guagua's financial resources are more obvious. If it weren't for the restrictions imposed by the game administrators, he could have used better belt buckles on the knights he promoted.

Although all of this was merely to satisfy his own pursuit of pleasure, he was willing to pay any price for it.

So he's not exactly a good person either.

"..."

"Hey! Where are you going?"

As Sakurai Kagekazu picked up his belt buckle, he noticed that Azuma Michinaga beside him had already turned and walked away without a word.

This prompted Sakurai Kagekazu to quickly inquire whether the game required a team to complete.

"Don't follow me, I don't need to team up with anyone."

"I can't believe it," said the Taoist priest, his face cold and without turning his head.

Even if the rules of the game are cooperation, he doesn't care. After that incident, he will never team up with anyone again.

"But……"

Before Sakurai Kagekazu could say anything more, Azuma Michonne had already charged toward the playing card demon that had appeared not far away, completely ignoring his situation.

"Hey……"

Having teammates like that is really frustrating!

However, when Sakurai Keikazu noticed a couple passionately kissing nearby, completely oblivious to the playing card demon appearing beside them, he also became nervous.

Upon seeing the intimate couple, the demonic creature became enraged, punching the man away and grabbing the woman's shoulders to hoist her up and leave.

The girl struggled and cried for help, but she was unable to break free from the evil forces.

This scene made Sakurai Keikazu no longer hesitate. He rushed over, put on the Desire Driver, and picked up the Magnum buckle.

"Transform!"

Magnum!

During the run, Sakurai Keikazu quickly transformed and punched the demon, snatching the girl back.

Chapter 36 The Extreme Fox, Completely Losing Its Confidence

"Get out of here quickly and find a safe place to hide," Sakurai Keikazu instructed her after rescuing the girl.