Hey guys! The moment you have all been waiting for! Well, at least for the people who actually wanted a sequel. Some people think I should've just ended there but a whole lot more people wanted another addition to the story so I went with their word. Now don't be mad at me if you don't like my ideas haha. I am always open to some so just PM me or put it in a review or comment. I might as well change it if I have too while I'm here instead of twenty chapters ahead. That would really suck. PAIRINGS STAY THE SAME AS WELL AS SOME NEW ONES! Anyway, thanks for all of the support you guys have given me so far and I hope I don't disappoint you! Without further ado, here is the chapter!
Ch. 1
Making a new virtual reality game was not easy. It was like all of the ideas had disappeared from my mind as soon as I had to create one. Luckily, I had Sugu to help me think of something. We basically just sat in her bedroom cuddling and giving each other ideas that were probably already used by somebody else. It didn't help that her long beautiful hair smelled like vanilla and distracted me. The scent just found itself into my soul and all I wanted to do was hug her more tightly.
"How about we make it a Medieval Ages kind of thing?"
I turned my head at her and jumped back in surprise.
"Huh!?"
Sugu gave me a weird look and flicked the tip of my nose gently.
"Thorn, you're getting distracted again...And I think I know why..."
She said as she narrowed her eyes at me. I laughed nervously and shook my head.
"What!? What are you talking about Sugu!? I was just thinking about what the new game should be..."
I said as I gave her a soft kiss. I intended it to be just a peck but it kind of turned into full-on make-out session because I'm a guy and it just fucking happened okay! Kazuto walked across the doorway slowly but then peered inside with a look of expectation.
"Do you two ever stop making out?"
He asked. Sugu and I instantly separated and waved our hands at him in nervousness. I knew it wouldn't work because our faces were probably bright red in embarrassment. He rolled his eyes and came in; sitting at the end of the bed.
"Whatever...So what are you guys doing in here anyways?"
He asked as he directed his attention to my computer. I sat up and smiled. Maybe I could ask him if he would help us now. I wanted to ask him and the others anyways but never really got to it because I was too busy with Sugu...If you know what I mean…
"Well actually, I've been meaning to ask you something."
I said to him as Sugu played with my brown hair. He crossed his arms and leaned on the wall next to the bed.
"Shoot."
"Alright. My boss, Mr. Harrison, wants me to create a VRMMORPG for my next project. I wanted to know if you could help us out on it and maybe get Asuna in on it as well. I could use as much help as I can get. Sugu and I haven't even come up with an idea so it's not like you're missing anything."
I said with a grin as Sugu tried to braid my hair. It obviously didn't work because I was a guy but she tried nonetheless. It was pretty cute watching her struggle with it; eventually she just gave up though. Kazuto put his hand to his chin in thought and then grinned at me.
"I have a couple of ideas in mind. I've actually wanted to do this kind of thing myself so it would be totally kick-ass if we all worked on it together. Want to hear what I have so far?"
He asked with an excited face. I looked at Sugu before turning back to him and nodding.
"I'm all ears..."
I told him as I reached for a notepad and a pen. I clicked the pen and looked up at the black-haired boy to signal that I was ready for him to start talking. he grinned and waved his hands all around like he was giving a special speech in front of a panel of judges.
"Okay so, this is just a thought, but I really wanted to make a game where every single country could join in instead of just Japan or America. It would increase the chance of meeting new people, and a game is always more fun when you have a lot of people with you to fight monsters."
He said, matter-of-factly. Sugu giggled and punched him in the arm.
"Says the guy who preferred to play solo in Sword Art Online."
He rolled his eyes at his cousin and shrugged.
"Hey, this isn't about me. This is about making a game everyone can enjoy. It shouldn't matter what country or what language you speak. It also shouldn't matter what age you are because everyone should be able to have fun while playing. The question is…"
He stopped to think.
"...What would be the main theme of this game. I mean….every single person has their own taste or interest in something. Not everyone liked SAO and not everyone likes ALO. Right now, because of the 'World Seed', a bunch of people are making their own game. So we either need to wait and pick an idea that hasn't been used, or put everything together that hasn't been released yet and finish it before someone else does…..Am I making any sense to you two?"
He asked while looking up. I was too busy writing what he said to respond while Sugu just stared at him.
"You know, you think about stuff way too much."
She muttered with a smirk. The both of them then started bickering while I kept writing on the notepad. At the top, I titled it, "My VRMMORPG", and then put "ideas" underneath Kazuto's notes and stopped there. Whether they were just playing or actually being serious with each other, I didn't know. I sighed and stood up from the bed. They didn't even realize I left the room since they were too busy arguing about….You know what, I don't really know. I walked into the living room while tapping the pen against my chin.
"Are those two fighting again?"
I glanced over to the kitchen to see Asuna standing at the counter with an apologetic smile on her face. I felt myself smile and I nodded with a sigh. She had decided to stay here instead of going home. She said it was because her Mom was a bitch or something like that….
"Well, you know how it is with them. They might as well be brother and sister."
"That's for sure. So what are you working on now? You risk your life to destroy this horrible virus from ALO and you're already working on something new. That's why I don't have a job, you know. It will kill you faster than anything else will."
She replied as she cut a piece of lettuce. I think she was in the middle of making a sandwich for everyone. This meant that no one would get food poisoning from Kazuto's...How do I put this without being mean? Mediocre culinary skills. I snorted at her past remark and sat down.
"Yeah. I'm sure that's the reason you don't have a job. And anyway, my boss wants me to make a VRMMORPG on my own. Those two were just giving me ideas before Sugu teased him and it all went away from there. What about you though? Any ideas?"
She closed her eyes as she wiped some mayo on the sides of the bread. It didn't take long before her countenance turned into a joyful one and her mood to become excited. She literally jumped up and down; which kind of made me nervous since she had a sharp knife in her hands! I managed to bring my eyes off of the knife in her hands, and looked up into her eyes. They sparkled with invention and ingenuity.
"How about a cooking game!"
I stared at her for a second in the silence before opening my mouth to speak.
"What?"
"A cooking game! All of the monsters are edible and when you defeat one, you bring it home and cook it and then eat it! Kind of like hunting but virtually! Oh my gosh, that would be my dream game!"
She yelled in happiness. It was a good thing that she wasn't begging me to do this because then I wouldn't have the heart to tell her no. I smiled and rubbed the back of my head shyly.
"Eh….Sorry Asuna. I don't think that's what my boss is looking for….But, it could be a feature in it. Damn it, I can't think of anything!"
I said; grabbing at the chocolate-colored bangs of my hair. Asuna giggled and patted my back.
"Dont worry. I'm sure you will think of something. Why don't you go ask your boss if you can have a team of creators. Even though you would be like the director of the game, we could still help you create and design it. For example, a movie isn't just made by one person. It's made by a hard-working crew and we're your crew."
She told me. I had to admit, she did have a point. It's not like Mr. Harrison said I couldn't have a team of people to help me with the game. At that moment, I pulled out my phone and dialed him immediately. I held my finger up to the girl in front of me and she became quiet as she continued making her signature delicious sandwhiches. The phone rang for a couple of seconds before the familiar voice was heard on the other end.
"This is Harrison."
"Yes, This is Thorn sir. I wanted to speak to you about the game you wanted me to create. That is, if you have time to talk to me sir."
I said nervously. I don't know why, but I was always like this with him even though he talked to me like his son. His usual happy tone came out and I winced at the loudness of his voice.
"Don't sweat it, my boy! What do you need to talk about? Having trouble thinking of an idea?"
He asked. Oh God. How the fuck did he know!? I felt my face heat up in embarrassment.
"Y-Yes sir. I was just wondering if I could….'recruit' a team of people for this project. Is that in direct violation of anything?"
"Not at all, however, credit MUST be given to every single person who helps you with the game. The company doesn't need a lawsuit on their hands. You understand, don't you Thorn? Anyways, when thinking of ideas, just don't pick guns. We already got that covered with Gun Gale Online. Let me tell you, it's getting so much craze! It's even had its first world tournament; and by world, I mean America and Japan. We are getting more money from the game and sponsoring than the United States military does from the government! Isn't that fantastic!? You should play it sometime!"
I looked over at Asuna as she tried not to laugh. I'm pretty sure she could hear everything he said because he was so loud and excited. I laughed and nodded into the phone.
"I might just try it when I have the time and that's great sir. I'm glad it's popular in the US. There's no telling what would have happened if nobody there took interest in it like they do here in Japan. And thank you so much, crediting will not be a problem! Thank you for taking your time to speak with me sir."
"Anytime Thorn! I'm actually in the middle of putting your name on our 'wall of legacy'! So far, you have research of Alfheim and solving the virus problem on there. But once you get this game finished, your legacy will be one of the top ones! But not as big as mine! Hahahaha!"
I rolled my eyes and chuckled.
"V-Very good sir! I will keep you updated with every progession of the game!"
"I'm looking forward to it Thorn! Good luck!"
And with that, we both hung up and I took the moment to breathe.
"My boss is f-ing crazy Asuna!"
I breathed out. She held in another laugh and shrugged. As if on cue, the cousins came into the room, feeling quite relieved from their recent fight, and sat down next to me. Kazuto reached for a sandwich as soon as he saw one, and ended up getting his hand slapped by his girlfriend.
"Hey!"
"No sandwiches for boys who fight with girls! Now apologize to Leafa or you will go to bed hungry!"
Asuna scolded him. Yeah, she prefers using game names since she uses the same name for her account and real life.
"But!"
"No buts!"
Kazuto looked at me with a pleading look after she yelled again. I couldn't help but snicker and bury my face in my arms so Kazuto wouldn't see me laughing. He slowly turned to Sugu and groaned.
"I'm sorry I had a fight with you."
He said with one of the most uncaring and boring tones I had ever heard. Sugu rolled her eyes and took a sandwich without acknowledging him. She grabbed one for me and patted my back to tell me she did. I lifted my head and brought my sandwich to mouth as I buried it in my arms again in laughter. Kazuto glared at me for a moment before staring into the growing fire of his lover's eyes.
"N-Now can I have one?"
"You may."
She said with a smile. He instantly became his happy self and brought up the subject of my game again as he took a bite.
"So did you think of anything?"
I lifted my head up and brushed my awesome hair with my hand.
"I'm definitely sticking with the idea of what you said. We just need to think of the overall thing to do in the game. If it's like an international game, then we need to make something up to where everyone would like at least one thing. I called my boss while you two were bickering and he said that I could make a team of creators and designers if I wanted to. So do you guys want to help me with it?"
I asked them as I took a bite of my own sandwich. Did I mention that this is the best freaking sandwich I've ever tasted!? Kazuto looked at Sugu and then Asuna before they all yelled out in unison.
"Hell yeah we are!"
I grinned to myself and finished the food Asuna had made. First, I scribbled out "My VRMMORPG" from the top and replaced it with "Our VRMMORPG." I then wrote their names down on my notepad and put a question mark under "ideas". Hopefully, we can come up with something so cool that even Akihiko Kayaba couldn't think of!
And that is the end of the chapter! What do you think so far? I AM OPEN TO IDEAS FOR A BETTER FITTING TITLE, BUT AS OF NOW, IT'S "THORN'S LEGACY!" Yes it will start out slow but they are in the ideas stage. I'm still looking for ideas so that's why this was the main idea of the chapter. Hopefully, though, you guys love the international part of it. I'm so glad I can write like a guy again because the past three stories have been about a girl. My girlfriend loves it when I do those stories but this is MY story that I can actually relate to the main character since I'm the same gender haha. Please give this chapter a review or comment and tell me what you think or give me any ideas that would be useful. I WILL HAVE A BETA READER ON THIS AND I WILL GIVE CREDIT WHERE IT IS DUE: Otaku72. So you can thank him for correct spelling and crap like that haha. DO NOT BLAME HIM IF YOU DO SEE MISTAKES BECAUSE SOMETIMES HE IS BUAY AND CAN'T BETA READ IT AND THEN I GET SO EXCITED THAT I UPDATE WITHOUT HIM lol. I'm lazy in that department. Well, that's all I have to say. Thanks so much for reading and I hope you're excited about the sequel!