Chapter 039- 99th Floor Boss!

On the day of the boss fight against the 99th floor, Rifat and his guild were well-prepared.

They had trained for months, and Rifat had made sure that each member of his guild had the best equipment and skills necessary for the fight. He had also made sure that they had a plan in place and had practiced it multiple times to ensure that they knew what to do in case things went wrong.

As the leader, Rifat knew that it was his responsibility to take care of his guild members and ensure their safety.

He was aware of the risks involved in such a battle, and he had taken extra precautions to ensure that they were all well-protected. He had even arranged for some backups in case they needed it during or after the boss fight.

Rifat was also aware that Heathcliff, the leader of the Knights of the Blood Oath, might try to interfere after the boss fight.

He knew that Heathcliff held a grudge against him and his guild, and he was prepared for any surprise attacks or ambushes that might happen during or after the fight.

He didn't want to risk losing any of his guild members due to his carelessness and was determined to protect them at all costs.

After Rifat's conversation with Akihiko, he learned that Heathcliff's in-game powers were restricted by the system until he reached the 100th floor.

This meant that on the 99th floor, Rifat and his guild would not have to worry about Heathcliff using his full strength to overpower them.

Rifat felt relieved and more confident about the upcoming fights, knowing that they had one less threat to deal with.

However, he still took extra precautions and prepared his guild members for any surprises or obstacles that they might face during the fight.

...

Rifat stood tall, his gaze sweeping across the members of his guild who were assembled before him.

He smiled warmly, letting the anticipation and excitement of the upcoming fight rise within him.

"My fellow guild members, we stand here today on the brink of completing what many thought was impossible. We have already overcome insurmountable obstacles, and I know that we will conquer this final challenge as well."

He paused for a moment, looking around at the determined faces before him. "We have all been through so much together in this game. We've seen our friends fall, and we've suffered through the pain and loss that this world has brought upon us. But we have never lost hope. We have never given up. And that is what makes us strong."

Rifat's voice grew more impassioned as he continued. "We have all dreamed of going back to the world outside of Aincrad. To see our families again, to hug our loved ones, and to feel the warmth of the sun on our skin. And that dream is within our grasp. We have only two more floors to conquer, and then we will be free!"

He took a deep breath, his eyes glinting with determination.

"But we must be careful. The bosses on these last two floors are the toughest we will face. We cannot let our guard down, even for a moment. We must work together, support each other, and never forget the bonds that we have formed in this game."

Rifat's voice thundered with conviction. "We are a team! We are a family! And we will fight with everything we have to clear these final floors and go home!" He raised his fist in the air, his eyes shining with an intense, fiery determination.

"Are you with me, my friends? Are you ready to take on this final challenge and emerge victorious? Then let's do it! Let's show the world what we are made of!"

The guild members roared with excitement and determination as they marched towards the boss room. Rifat's words had stirred something deep within them, and they were ready to fight with everything they had to finally achieve their goal.

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---Inside the boss room---

The massive, grotesque creature towered over them as the two guilds stood in front of the boss room.

The members of Rifat's guild, the Dawn, were filled with energy as they prepared for the fight against the boss of the 99th floor in SAO.

They knew that this would be one of the most difficult battles they would face, and that they would need to work together if they hoped to succeed.

Heathcliff's guild, the Knights of the Blood Oath, was also present, standing opposite the Dawn. They had been working their way through the floors of Aincrad, just like Rifat's guild, and were equally determined to make it to the top.

Rifat took a deep breath and stepped forward, drawing his sword. He was the leader of the Dawn, and he knew that his guild was counting on him to lead them to victory.

"Alright everyone, let's do this! Stay focused and work together!" he shouted, and the Dawn charged forward to engage the boss.

Just as the fight started, Rifat noticed Heathcliff's unusual behavior and immediately understood that he was holding back his attacks. Not only him, but everyone in his guild is doing the same.

"Everyone, be on high alert," Rifat shouted, "Heathcliff and his guild is not fighting at their full strength, they are trying to cause more casualties among us. We must be careful."

The other members of Rifat's guild nodded in agreement as they kept an eye on Heathcliff for his next moves.

As the battle raged on, Rifat could see that the members of his guild were struggling to keep up with the boss's relentless attacks.

However, he also noticed that Heathcliff and his guild were still holding back and not using his full strength.

This was a clear sign that something was not right.

Rifat knew that he had to take action to turn the tide of the battle. He signaled to his guild members and shouted, "Focus your attacks on the boss, ignore Heathcliff for now."

Despite the suspicious behavior from Heathcliff, Rifat was relieved that the door to the boss room was closed, meaning that their guild was safe from any sudden ambushes. As long as they kept an eye on Heathcliff and his guild, they should be able to prevent any surprises.

Heathcliff was not foolish enough to attack during the boss fight either, as he too wanted to acquire the loot for his guild. The true fight would start once the boss was defeated.

The boss was attacking them with incredible force, its massive claws slicing through the air with deadly accuracy. Rifat's guild worked together, dodging and weaving as they attacked the beast from all sides.

Rifat continued to lead the charge, slashing at the boss with his sword and dodging its attacks. His guild members were doing the same, and together they managed to weaken the beast.

But just as they thought they had the upper hand, the boss unleashed a devastating attack that sent several members of the Dawn flying across the room.

Rifat quickly assessed the situation, realizing that he needed to change his tactics if they were going to succeed. He shouted out new orders, and his guild members quickly fell into formation.

Together they worked to keep the boss distracted, while others snuck around the back to attack from behind. It was a risky move, but it paid off, and they managed to finally take down the boss.

As the dust settled and the boss disappeared, Rifat looked around at the members of his guild. They were battered and bruised, some even died but most of them were alive. They had managed to overcome the odds and emerge victorious.