In this crossover anime, I fight against the supernatural in my everyday world.

For now, Rio Futaba can only draw these conclusions.

Perhaps after gathering more information, she will one day be able to analyze the truth behind the existence of the underworld and those strange things.

It's not for any particular reason.

Rio Futaba simply dislikes it and has some unknown doubts, that's all.

"Don't rush to drink, let's get down to business."

"Oh."

Upon hearing Rio Futaba's reprimand, the slender man who had just picked up the carton of milk gave a pitiful reply and then put it back.

Mentally speaking, this great demon is almost like a simple little girl.

Rio Futaba was also very curious about how the Eight-Foot Man came to be.

Is it like evil spirits and ghosts, formed from the souls of people who died with strong obsessions?

It doesn't seem like that. Ba Chi doesn't seem to have any obsessions, and his interactions with others are quite normal.

The more Rio Futaba interacted with the other world, the more she realized how many questions awaited answers.

She shook her head, bringing her thoughts back from wandering off course, and looked at Ba Chi with a serious expression.

"Are you sure you can create a 'door' that can last for at least two hours?"

"Yes, I'm sure."

The eight-foot-tall man nodded repeatedly and hurriedly replied.

"As long as there are no spiritual beings in the area, my power will not be suppressed. If I am in the surface world, the limit is three hours. If my main body is in the inner world, I can continuously replenish my power and it can last for about five hours."

The most crucial part of the plan is that Ba Chi must maintain the "door" he created.

It should take at least two hours.

This is not only the starting point of the plan, but also the safe point for returning through the underworld after taking Onimaru Kunitsuna.

Rio Futaba nodded noncommittally.

"But what you're talking about is, without any external interference, after I, Yohoshi, and Yotsuya Miko leave, if an evil spirit attacks, can you guarantee the 'door' will remain intact?"

"this..."

The eight-foot-tall man, who had been looking rather submissive, suddenly stood up and gave a perfectly standard ninety-degree bow.

"I'm sorry, I'm so useless!"

Rio Futaba looked speechlessly at Yohoshi beside her.

"Look at what you've done to people... to spirits."

"Don't talk nonsense."

Ye Xing had an air of righteous indignation.

"With her eight-foot frame and appearance, if she were an exorcist in some works, she would have become a sex slave. Only a professional exorcist like me, who is upright, single-minded, and of high moral character, can give her such good treatment."

Rio Futaba narrowed her eyes slightly, her face showing a look of doubt, but she thought about it carefully in her heart.

You know what, what Ye Xing said actually makes a lot of sense.

A first-year high school boy, in the prime of his youth.

Although Hachi is an evil spirit, he doesn't look much different from a human. He has a handsome and beautiful face, a graceful and curvaceous figure, and a kind of innocent and naive charm that makes him seem pitiful.

It means that he is much taller than the average person.

Perhaps in the eyes of some boys, this is even a plus.

Faced with such a beautiful evil spirit who obeys his every word and submits to his every whim, a normal guy might actually do something...

I understand everything I understand.

Thinking of this, Rio Futaba said with some doubt.

"Could it be that you think Ba Chi isn't good-looking enough? Doesn't meet your aesthetic standards?"

"Not really."

Upon hearing Ye Xing's denial, a glimmer of hope suddenly flashed in Ba Chi's eyes.

However, the next thing the other person said made her already pale face turn even paler.

"As a professional exorcist, how could I possibly have sex with food?"

The air in the room fell silent.

Rio Futaba had a complicated expression on her face, unsure how to respond.

She realized that, as fellow psychics, Yoruichi was different from herself and Yotsuya Miko in one most significant way.

That is, in the eyes of the other party, evil spirits are both food and prey, just like the god that Hachisaku met at the shrine, who was just a tool.

He doesn't treat these spirits as human beings at all.

It sounds perfectly normal.

Evil spirits are evil spirits, and people are people; they are inherently distinct.

But for an evil spirit like Lord Hachisho, who possesses the ability to think and wisdom, has a gentle and kind personality, and spends every day with them, Rio Futaba simply couldn't utter such astonishing words in such a calm tone as Yohoshi.

Perhaps this is one of the essential qualities of a professional exorcist?

"It seems we have no choice but to do as you say."

Rio Futaba sighed softly.

Even Hachiko herself wasn't sure if she could use the power of the "gate" within her body under the suppression of the spirits at the Kyoto City Museum.

Since that's the case, we might as well do as Ye Xing says.

It's better than everyone entering the inner world through the existing "door," leaving traces for the Metropolitan Police Department, only to find out after taking Onimaru Kunitsuna that Yasakani cannot open the "door," ultimately having to force their way out of the encirclement, thus losing out on both sides, right?

The goat-headed deity of the shrine made a pact with the night star.

If any of Yui Yuigahama, Miko Yotsuya, Rio Futaba, or Hana Yurikawa encounters an evil spirit, that guy must immediately appear to help them.

Even if Yui Yuigahama cannot see the existence of the evil spirit, she can still trigger the conditions of the contract, which is like having an insurance policy.

As for Yotsuya Miko, both of them were to participate in the operation. This was proposed by Futaba Rio, and Yohoshi did not refuse.

After facing her true self and awakening her ability to materialize her soul, Rio Futaba made up her mind.

From now on, I will never hide my thoughts again, and I will never pretend again.

Speak your mind, that's Rio Futaba's ninja way!

Rio Futaba and Miko Yotsuya both knew that their current strength was still very weak and they could not compare with Yohoshi.

But as long as they become stronger, one day they will be able to become each other's support, just as Ye Xing helped them.

Therefore, no opportunity for real-world practice should be missed.

Nervous?

Rio Futaba and Miko Yotsuya must both be nervous.

After all, this is the theft of a legendary sword, a major event that would cause a sensation throughout the entire Sakura Province.

but...

Deep down, there seemed to be a strange sense of excitement among them?

Surrounded by enemies, they managed to steal the legendary sword Onimaru Kunitsuna...

That's so exciting!

........

As they chatted idly, it came to five o'clock.

Hearing the phone alarm ring, Ye Xing stood up from the sofa and waved.

"It's time! Phantom Thieves, move out!"

"The Phantom Thieves?"

Rio Futaba adjusted her glasses and made a precise remark.

"Aren't we called the Paranormal Investigation Team?"

Ye Xing waved his hand and explained with a smile.

"That was when we were exorcising demons. This time we're returning the item to its rightful owner, so we need a more appropriate term."

"What a wonderful way to return something to its rightful owner! It's all thanks to you."

“Of course. A powerful spiritual object like Onimaru Kunitsuna, which can enable ordinary people to slay demons, should rightfully belong to our Chowry Company.”

Ye Xing looked completely at ease.

"The Kyoto City Museum actually stole our sword! This is outrageous! It must be returned to its rightful owner!"

Yui Yuigahama, Miko Yotsuya, and Rio Futaba all looked helpless upon hearing these outrageous words.

Good guy.

You didn't admit you stole, and now you're turning around and accusing me.

It'll become the Kyoto City Museum, and they'll steal your sword.

Okay, okay, it has to be you, Ye Xing.

"Please be safe."

Yui Yuigahama clenched her hands and smiled sweetly.

"By the time you get back, I should have already prepared breakfast for you. Consider it a celebration dinner."

"no problem."

Ye Xing smiled and nodded, adding a sentence.

"I'm not very hungry, so you can just make it for Futaba and Miko."

Rio Futaba took off her glasses, tied her hair back into a ponytail, and said calmly.