Drifter didn't respond immediately, and Shivata also didn't rush him. He knew this was an important decision, which couldn't be made lightly. After all, if he agreed, Drufter would be basically confirming that his party wouldn't participate in the clearing effort of the labyrinth for the next seven floors. While some might see this as a good thing, for the frontliners who were always striving to upgrade their levels, skills, and equipment, it was not necessarily an advantage.
Shattered: A SAO Tale (Sword Art Online)
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