Why did Hikigaya save the anime girls in Sword Story?

“There’s definitely a lot to talk about.”

"Prioritize your studies, don't do it too often."

“Rehabilitation also needs to be done with all our strength”

“At least you can walk normally.”

“Come on, Xiaoqi!”

"Hikigaya-kun, see you another day."

"Goodbye, Xiaoqi!"

"Oh, see you later."

After sending the two away, Hachiman called out to the door:

"You can come out now, Zaimokuza."

"Wow! As expected of a close friend! You figured it out early!"

"Come in, I have something to ask you."

"Long time no see, Hachiman."

My old friend's eyes were red.

"You...cry?"

"Of course! What's wrong with crying tears of joy over the return of a dear friend?"

"Thank you, Zaimokuza."

"Come on! Chat all night long!"

"it is good"

After letting Zaimokuza into the ward, Hachiman began to ask questions.

"Doing odd jobs now?"

"Well, I earn my living while collecting intelligence."

"How's ARGUS?"

"It went bankrupt. RECT is now managing the SAO servers."

"RECT? I see..."

"To be more precise, it's the subsidiary, RECT Progress. I'm considering working there."

"Seriously? Could you please work there?"

"That's what I was planning... What's the plan?"

"Well, although I'm not sure, it might be a matter of great importance. I can only ask you for help."

"I may not get the job...but I'll try my best. Speaking of which, this photo..."

"Actually, I'm married in SAO. This is my wife, Asuna."

"What..."

"By the way, she's the daughter of the RECT president."

"Damn it! Hachiman actually became a popular person..."

"For Asuna, I have to do something. The part-time job plan is the first step. Zaimokuza, help me."

"Is this important to you?"

"I can tell?"

"Ah, this is the first time I see you look so serious."

"Alright! How can I refuse a close friend's request?"

"Thank you very much. I owe you a favor."

"Friends should stick together!"

"Zaimokuza!"

"Hachiman!"

The two seemed to embrace each other affectionately. Although Hachiman had other plans, his friendship at this moment was not false. In this way, Hachiman unexpectedly gained important help.

SAO : Chapter 87: Harunowa Investigation

"Yo"

"Oh, Ye Shan, long time no see."

"Hikigaya-kun! You're back!"

"Tobu, you are still so frivolous...spirituality is more important than anything else."

“And me too.”

"Ebina-san, uh, is it still the same?"

"Yeah, it shouldn't have changed, haha."

(It seems they are still the same as before)

It was these three people who came to Hachiman's ward the next day.

Although whether it could be considered a close relationship was debatable, Hachiman was still very happy to see them come to visit him.

"The yearbook was forwarded from Yuigahama. You guys helped collect it, right? Thanks, Hayama."

“Actually, we wanted to graduate together.”

“Indeed… this is indeed the biggest regret.”

"But I'm glad Hikigaya-kun returned safely."

"Thanks, Ministry of Revenue."

"And this photo is amazing! As expected of Hikigaya-senpai."

"Uh... well... I plan to take it off after a while..."

"Isn't this good? It suits you very well."

"Oh, oh, I'm actually quite happy to hear you say that."

"Hikigaya-kun, you traitor! Hikigaya-kun, you traitor..."

"Ebina-kun..."

"Why isn't there a boy in the photo? This is already an act of betrayal!"

"I'm so sorry that I couldn't meet your expectations..."

"Hina, enough is enough."

"That's right, Hime, today is the day to celebrate, right?"

"Sorry, I accidentally said the truth..."

"It's still the same..."

"But honestly, I'm really worried about you."

Ebina's eyes were slightly moist as he said to Hachiman:

"Welcome back, Hikigaya-kun"

"Yeah~ Welcome home~!"

"Welcome back, Hikigaya."

"Thank you so much, all three of you. I'm so sorry to have caused you worry."

Hachiman bowed his head in thanks to the three of them, who all smiled delightedly. At their request, Hachiman briefly described his life in SAO.

Although Hachiman downplayed the story, the content was still quite shocking to the three of them. They were sometimes shocked, sometimes sad, and from time to time encouraged Hachiman to listen to the story. Two hours passed in the blink of an eye.

"It looks like the government officials are coming later, so we should leave."

"Hikigaya-kun, we'll be back again!"

"Hikigaya-kun, goodbye!"

"Ah, Ebina-san, could you please wait a moment?"

"Ok?"

Hachiman called out to Ebina.

"Um... Yumi... Miura, has she already left your group?"

"(Six) Ying's Wife [〗印]侕⒏④失吧. Did you mean to call Yumiko by her name just now?"

"...She made me call her that."

“Eh~ I knew Yumiko came to visit you, but I didn’t expect you to become so close. As for us, Yui and I haven’t changed much, but with Hayato-kun and the others, after all…”

"As expected..."

"Don't worry too much about it. After going to college, everyone will go their separate ways."

"As long as nothing goes wrong, that's fine."

"Yeah, no problem."

"See you later, Ebina-san."

"See you!"

Shortly after the three left, there was another knock on the door.

"Please come in"

“Clang clang~ The protagonist appears!”

Haruno said as she suddenly hugged Hachiman's head.

"What's this all of a sudden..."

"Teacher Jing said, 'It's useless to use beauty to compare with Qigu,' so I wanted to verify it."

"Ah, that's true. Now that your curiosity has been satisfied, can you let go? It's really embarrassing."

"What's the matter? I just wanted to see you so much that I gave priority to someone else."

Although Haruno had a somewhat sullen tone, she still let go of Hachiman.

"I want to formally thank you. I heard that Miss Yang No has made a lot of efforts for me. I am really grateful. I am here thanks to you."

"Given our relationship, there's no need to be so formal, right?"

"But this gratitude comes from the heart and must be expressed solemnly."

"Why not marry me..."

"Sorry, these are two different things. Please be kind."

Hachiman realized that Haruno was about to say something dangerous and immediately interrupted her.

"Really? Hikigaya-kun is so cold. I was just kidding."

"You didn't look like you were joking just now."

"Well, it's an illusion, so do you want to marry me..."

"Hey, this is not a joke, you look serious."

"This wild Hikigaya-kun isn't bad either!"

"Ugh......"

"Um...can I come in?"

While the two were talking, the person waiting outside the door spoke.