Thread: Sword Art Online: The Frontier Chronicles

Don't worry, I know you had no intention of insulting me. - Shinn smiled looking at the friend request that popped up in front of him, staring at it rather intently as he thought about how he viewed the girl in front of him. At first he had thought that she was fairly rude, and was pretty sure she saw everything he did as an attempt to flirt or impress her. As the fight went by, she proved to be a capable fighter not to mention someone worthy of respect, if still a bit cold. Circumstances rapidly forced him to trust in her and by now he was glad he did it. Looking back now, it was probably natural that she would be a little defensive around man. Most players of SAO were obviously males, and the few girls online were victims of constant harrassment and all kind of despisable behavior from thir part. Proof of that was the fact that, as she extended her invitation, a soft and friendly smile played in her lips.A smile so delicate and beautiful that would burn itself in the memory of every male lucky enough to see it, which made Shinn blush, somewhat embarassed. The sunlight from a setting sun bathed her skin, reflected in the eyes who gazed so intently at his own, the wind caressing her face and making her hair flutter around her as if the whole game capitivated by the moment just as much as the young male player. The reddening of his face widening as his eyes registered her more than obvious allure. He allowed himself the briefest of momentos to enjoy it. No matter how respectful he was, Shinn was still a boy, and a pretty girl had just as much effect in him as it had in anyone else. That didn't make him any less embarassed by it, as he quickly gave her an apologetic look and turned his attention to the invitation. Done. - The boy stated as he accepted the friend invitation, an instant warning that said Tsuki is Online popping up in his field of vision. Then, smilling to try and hide his embarassment, he reached for her hand, shaking it firmly but with care. It was the first time he held hands with any girl his age, his sisters excluded, even if it was just in a virtual world. Still, the Nerv Gear accuratelly conveyed to him the softness and warmth of her touch - Guess we're friends now. As soon as they hands parted, he turned the other way, his back to her, so he could hide his blush. He could feel his heartbeat raging on his body, ressonating in his ears. He wasn't someone with all that experience in social exchanges, especially with girls, but normally he did fairly well in MMORPG's mainly because he was so focused in playing that paid little attention to other human beings. Now, SAO was the closest he had of a life and it was the first time he could see an actual girl playing it, not to mention being a really beautiful one. He was surprised he had not realized it sooner. Still he made his best effort not to sound strange as It would probably get better once he had some time to breath. Well, you better go get some rest! - he said, quickly changing the subject. - I'll gather what was asked and meet you back at camp, so we can talk things through over dinner, alright? - the boy continued, and suddenly turned to her once more, clearly nervous after realizing what he said - Er, not that I'm like inviting you to dinner or anything! Just... You know, I have a few things I'd like to now about you. - he shook his head, backing away as he corrected himself, his hands up in a sign of peace - A-about the game, I mean! Like your level and stuff! - Shinn could see he was only digging his own grave there, now a little over conscious of her, and decided to just drop it sighing. - Anyway, I'll see you later! - He quickly turn away and start walking. Even as the distance grew between them, it was clearly audible to her when he once again start mumbling to himself. Why would I say something like that? How does that kind of thing, anyway? I was freaking babbling! - he sighed heavily. - That was so uncool...