Chapter 13: The Best-Selling Fighting Game and New Residence

  "Fate/Unlimited Codes" itself is almost like a fighting game, its only selling point being that it uses the worldview of "Fate/stay night" as its background, allowing players to reach different game endings through battles between characters.

  Using different characters will change the entire route of the game's development, and this point will become the charm of Fate/Unlimited Codes itself.

  In the original text-based adventure game, there were only three lines for players to choose from, but this fighting game is different, with more options and added gameplay fun.

  At the same time, the release of a sequel fighting game under the best-selling original work will also become a potential factor in its hot sales.

  Standing in the room, Sosuke simply recalled the situations and crises he had encountered so far, and after being resolved by himself, he finally reached this point.

  Hai Cheng said that the fighting game "Fate/Unlimited Codes" will be released at noon today, and it only takes an hour to see if it's popular or not.

  Things have been going smoothly so far, which makes Sosuke feel a little relieved. Since leaving the hospital, everything that has happened can be said to be good things.

  Standing on the balcony, looking out, several hundred meters away is a vast expanse of sandy beach and azure sea. Men and women in swimsuits are sunbathing on the beach, while the sound of waves crashing against the reefs in the distance is particularly clear. The golden waves stirred up by the wind, mixed with the salty sea air, rush towards the land.

  Satoru is currently living in a small, one-person apartment near the coast, priced around 3 million yen. The reason it's so cheap is that although it's close to the coastline, there's a dark and gloomy forest nearby, which makes the area quiet and chilly at night, resulting in low popularity.

  Of course, Sosuke wasn't worried that something strange would pop out of the woods; being a bold person, he spent money to buy this place.

  The furniture inside is still new, I guess the owner was afraid of moving out when setting up this apartment.

  Although there is some mold in the corner of the wall, it's still a nice room after a simple cleanup.

  There isn't a new apartment building next door, nor is there an adorable younger sister named Taiga.

  This apartment has two floors, the first floor is a living room, dining room and kitchen bathroom, the second floor has two bedrooms and a warehouse, and also comes with a rooftop. Such luxurious equipment at this price, it's really thanks to that gloomy and terrifying forest.

  He propped his hands on the railing and felt the sea breeze blowing from afar while taking a sip of water.

  The electricity is good here, and there's no problem with the water. Moreover, because it's close to that gloomy and cold forest, this apartment is very cool.

  The reason why Zuo chose this seaside apartment was mainly because it is close to the sea, in addition to being cheap and cool.

  Zeng You had always lived in the inland areas and the largest river he had ever seen was just the Mother River. As for the ocean, it was only that one time when he passed by on a business trip.

  But just once, Sosuke was drawn into the sea.

  It's not that Sōsuke has a poet's sensibility or noble spirit; he simply likes the ocean without reason, without thinking.

  Maybe it's because the sea is a great place, its vastness can accommodate everything, and it can take in all things into its own embrace, which isn't bad for anyone.

  He stood up and followed Su Yu into the house from the balcony. The originally quiet room was broken by a call.

  Yes, apart from Sosuke, the other two members of the Game Club and the honor student are also here.

  Perhaps having heard about Sosuke buying an apartment, the three of them came together to see what this room was like.

  But the house has already been bought, and even if opinions are raised now, it's useless. However, Zuo Yu feels that gathering together now is not bad either, after all, he had little contact with people during his hospitalization.

  That's because of the fatigue and exhaustion felt after coming into this world.

  Even if creation is as simple as possible, it cannot be completed easily and effortlessly, even with the help of the system, which requires a lot of effort and perseverance.

  "I didn't expect you, President, to spend all our salaries on buying a house. That's our hard-earned money!"

  "Stop talking nonsense, didn't I already give you that share? Buying this apartment cost some money, so in the future, let's save a bit and just get by with the convenience store job."

  "Do we have to eat at 7-Eleven again?"

  What's wrong with instant noodles that are called divine?

  Sōsuke sat on a sofa with Kaicheng on his left and authors Lin Xuan and Chong Yuexi, two girls, on his right.

  These two girls came here and went to each room first, and only came to this living room after confirming that there was nothing unusual. What were they worried about?

  Haicheng was still fiddling with his beloved pen computer, the enter key making a "click" sound. Haicheng raised his hand and pointed at Sosuke.

  "Alright, this apartment will be called 'Adventure Dorm' from now on!"

  "Shall I break your flag? No, let me break your neck instead."

  The name of the dormitory is good, but this is Sosuke's single apartment, not for everyone to use as a dormitory.

  "Don't be so surprised, President. From now on, this place is decided for our club's group lodging."

  "Don't just make rules!"

  If I break his neck, everything will be solved.

  Sō Uichi opposed it while pushing Kaicheng away as he leaned in closer.

  "Is Sō really planning on living here?"

  "Yes, what's wrong with it?"

  Actually, there's nothing wrong with it.

  The one who continued the conversation was not Lin Xuan, but Mao Yuan Jiu Shi.

  She looked at her own head, then looked at the stairs on the second floor, and slightly frowned.

  "I always feel like it's really humid here, which can't be good for your health. You can't tell during the day, but at night it becomes very obvious."

  "Don't worry about it, Cao Yuan. Just buy some desiccant and that'll be fine. It's very cheap here. If you just throw away the ingredients, it would be a waste."

  It's an absolute waste.

  Two girls heard Sosuke's careless words and looked at each other in dismay before reluctantly accepting his decision.

  Alright, alright.

  Hai Cheng shouted on one side.

  "The number of online pre-orders for 'Fate/Unlimited Codes', which was released at noon, has been announced. Although it can't compare to the previous work 'Fate/stay night', the quantity is approaching 50,000 copies!"

  "Is it almost 50,000 copies already?"

  "The president doesn't quite believe it?"

  "That's right."

  The audience for fighting games is not very wide, and selling 50,000 copies is already quite impressive.

  There's no doubt this can also be called a 'big seller'.