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At this point, she shrugged and said, "Unfortunately, our current computers do not support us in conducting that level of research. After completing the research on the second-generation super gene agent, I should start working on upgrading the computer system."

"If you have extra funds, you can try to collect some materials about quantum computers. I need to manually construct multiple quantum computers, 'personalize' them using 'skills,' and then use a massive number of 'quantum' computers to build a more advanced computer cluster."

Xia Jia swallowed hard: "Then... how much money do you need? Do I have enough savings?"

Makise Kurisu suddenly fell silent for a moment: "Hmm, I don't think it's enough..."

"..."

I'm sorry, I'm a poor person with only a net worth of ten figures. I'm really sorry.

In fact, this kind of cutting-edge technology is simply beyond the capabilities of a "sole proprietor".

Shaka couldn't help but think of the "Special Class." That was, after all, part of the "imperial court," so maybe they could squeeze some money out of them?

He fiddled with the medicine in the red test tube, pondering Makise Kurisu's words little by little.

Speaking of gene completion, the skill [Wings of Justice] seems to have something to do with that.

By combining the abilities of others to fill my genes, I will automatically reach the "upgrade" effect once the genes are filled at a certain stage.

"So, the reason why none of the nine level 6 characters helped me break through is because, as the game progresses, without a completely new advanced gene sequence, it becomes very difficult for me to cross two gene locks and reach level 8?"

Xia Jia remained silent.

Utaha, who was previously trying to steal a base, was also drawn in by Makise Kurisu's words.

"That's an incredibly impressive concept, explaining 'gods' and 'magic' using scientific methods. What about superpowers?"

She glanced at the group of people eating Minori Kageno's potato balls.

Mai Sakurajima seems to be one of these types of people.

"Is it because these individuals, or rather, those experiencing puberty syndrome, have access to a dark dimension, where they can freely develop their abilities once they master the algorithm?"

"If the algorithm is improved, can it also be upgraded? Level 5 esper? Academy City? With a mortal body, to hear the will of heaven! Doraemon evolves into the ultimate demon god! Hmm, that seems like a very interesting setting."

Xia Laofei is so cool, she started writing and drawing.

At this moment, Shaja suddenly realized that the so-called "gene serum" in his hand seemed a bit too hot to handle.

"Gods come to this world for entertainment. Doraemon is like someone who found a bug in a program and wrote a cheat program. If this is discovered, it probably won't be as simple as just getting your account banned."

Unlike younger players who "level up" through various means, she, who spends a lot of time studying science, naturally cannot level up quickly.

The issue of lifespan became the only factor preventing her from becoming a god. Therefore, after meeting her "future" grandmother D, how to crack the grace system and quickly "upgrade" became her research goal.

Afterwards, Ai Haibara's arrival and the "APTX-4869" that can create immortality became the key to opening this door.

Thinking of this, he sighed:

"If we gave this medicine to Mich for research, we might gain even greater results, but now..."

He didn't believe in any gods except Astraea...

Thinking of this, Xia Jia's expression turned serious. He took out several bank cards from his four-dimensional pocket and said calmly:

"I'll find a way to get the money for you. You can use my existing funds for research first. Research as much as you can, and I'll find a way to gradually fill in the gaps later."

For Xia Jia, money is a strange thing. Even with a net worth of billions, he still eats instant noodles and takes taxis.

On one hand, it's because instant noodles are really delicious and minors don't have driver's licenses; on the other hand, it's because of the characteristics of otaku (homebodies).

His easygoing nature, coupled with his hamster-like personality, makes him not a big spender. It seems he wouldn't spend more than a few thousand dollars a month.

Makise Kurisu's research seems like a promising investment, but it doesn't seem to be paying off.

Sell ​​it to the imperial court?

This seems like a good idea.

Seeing Natsumi clutching the bank card so tightly, Kurisu Makise felt a pang of heartache and couldn't help but smile.

"Give it to me, please~~~"

Hmph, now that I've got control of your finances, let's see how the other girls compete with me!

Thinking about it, she glanced at Shiyu, who was still writing furiously.

Keep writing, work hard to make money, and then you'll all end up handing over your money to me anyway~~~ Hmph, hmph!

My assistant has won a great victory today!!!

Chapter 464 July 11th

After handing over their paychecks, Christmas Eve quietly came to an end. The younger players logged off, and the veterans took a break.

Shaka sat alone in the clan's main hall, fiddling with her phone.

There was still no word from Yuki.

"Why haven't they replied yet? Could it be that they found out I cheated on them...?"

He stared at the still empty chat window, pacing anxiously, his mood growing more and more agitated. At one point, he suddenly realized something.

Open the website and search for today's date.

2022 11 Month 6 Day.

"November 6, 2022! Holy crap! Today is the day of that damn Sword Art Online open beta!"

Xia Jia's eyes widened.

The timeline in the main world is already chaotic, and I thought that game probably wouldn't be released. I never expected that they would launch a sneak attack while I was in a parallel world!

Originally, Shaka would have Shayu report the time of the next day every day, but because of the ten days in the parallel world, which cut off contact with the main world, not only was the time on the equipment wrong, but they also did not receive the messages from the previous day.

"Wait a minute, isn't today Valentine's Day?!" Xia Jia looked down.

Below November 6th, it is clearly marked as Valentine's Day.

"Damn it, what country's Valentine's Day is this?! Inazuma or Fontaine?!"

Xia Jia made a comment, snapped his fingers, and transformed into a beam of starlight, teleporting to the everyday world.

Looking at the familiar ceiling, Xia Jia didn't linger. She snapped her fingers again and teleported to Yuki's house based on the helmet's coordinates.

Before me was a clean and simple room, with only a red-haired doll sitting quietly on the edge of the bed.

Yuuki lay quietly on the bed, wearing a high-tech helmet. She had clearly logged into SAO.

"Tsk..."

Shaga reached out his hand, but quickly withdrew it.

There's a high probability that the helmet contains a so-called 'microwave oven,' which is easy for Shaga to solve. The problem is...

"It doesn't go offline just because you turn off the power or take off the helmet..."

NERvGear, a fully immersive technology, connects to the user's brain, directly transmitting virtual senses to the brain to generate virtual reality, while simultaneously receiving electronic signals from the brain to the body.

The technology behind this device is not perfect, and Xia Jia cannot be certain whether it involves "Yao Guang".

"In other words... abruptly severing the connection may leave the brain in a disconnected state."

Shaka recalled the plot: "At least in the second part, after clearing Aincrad, Asuna was maliciously trapped in the game."

"This means that even if Kayaba Akihiko successfully removes the helmet, he may not wake up if he is unwilling, and it may even cause unpredictable consequences to his brain."

"Moreover, if one piece of equipment is damaged, another randomly selected lucky person will be affected..."

"Damn it, we should have sent him in sooner."

Although Xia Jia complained, he knew very well that he couldn't do that.

Whether SAO was a death game or not, from its development to its official release, was like Schrödinger's cat. Shaka couldn't punish anyone simply because he knew the "original work."

What if it were just an ordinary game?

Moreover, rather than letting Xia Jia meddle in other people's business, it would be better to have the court strengthen its oversight.

He didn't know how this thing had been approved for market release. It seemed the underlying algorithm for its stealth capabilities used some kind of microwave. It had a limiter controlling the microwave power to prevent damage to the human brain. Once the limiter was removed, it would become a microwave oven.

"Following the telephone microwave, the helmet microwave has made its grand entrance... Ha, it's all the microwave's fault."

Xia Jia looked worried and distressed.

There are countless reasons that could have prevented the release of SAO, but it still launched. Perhaps this is the intervention of the world's will, with a reason that it had to be introduced.

The current situation forced Xia Jia to consider the possibility of "fate".

But now that things have come to this, there's no point in thinking about it.

"We need to find a way to ensure the safety of the majority of people..."

Shaka placed her hand on Yuki's helmet.

hum-

A golden light first enveloped Yuuki's body, bestowing upon her a layer of [Loneliness Domain], and then...

"Fantasy construction..."

Colorful light covered the helmet, and a red crystal emitted a misty ripple, maintaining the operation of the barrier.

Shaga stroked his chin and frowned: