Tokyo: Starting with the Shrine Maiden

Did she know about last night's battle?

Oh no, she meant yesterday, not last night.

That refers to the Battle of Fei River.

“I used my connections at Izumo Shrine to get your video from yesterday.”

Hoshino Rin paused, then glanced at him cautiously before asking, "You're not angry, are you?"

"will not."

Haruhiko had actually anticipated this.

The video of the Battle of Feiyichuan was not top secret to begin with.

If the large families want to know, they naturally have a way.

Have you ever practiced shooting before?

Hoshino Rin couldn't help but ask curiously.

Although she knew that Haruhiko had never handled firearms before, his performance in the video was simply too astonishing.

This made her suspect that he was hiding something from her.

"No, I learned it in the last two weeks."

Haruhiko walked side by side with her on the tree-lined path, answering casually.

Hoshino Rin subconsciously turned her head, her eyes showing surprise.

I never expected it to be true.

This talent is beyond doubt.

"Haruhiko-kun."

Hoshino Rin withdrew her gaze and looked at the distant sky. "I am very happy to see your excellent performance."

The point isn't actually how accurate Haruhiko's shooting was.

Rather, it was the level of sorcery he displayed in the video and the energy and spirit he exuded.

"You don't need to praise me like that."

Haruhiko waved his hand and said, "You were on the list of outstanding students too."

Hoshino Rin laughed upon hearing this.

She twirled lightly, her red shrine maiden dress billowing slightly.

"I am the young lady of the Izumo Shrine!"

With her hands on her hips, Hoshino Rin said quite happily, "You won't be able to surpass me if you don't work hard."

"Yes Yes Yes."

Haruhiko smiled and replied dismissively, "I definitely won't let you down."

He had heard similar things several times before.

However, he roughly understood the reason.

Without the ability, you can't get close to her, let alone date her.

"What's your attitude?"

Hoshino Rin snorted, rolled up her sleeves to reveal her fair wrists, and said fiercely, "If you fall too far behind, I'll teach you a lesson!"

Although she tried to appear fierce, the corners of her mouth betrayed her true feelings.

She enjoyed the playful atmosphere.

Haruhiko inhaled the girl's delicate fragrance in the air, nodded, and said, "I'm really looking forward to that day."

"Eh?"

Hoshino Rin tilted her head, then suddenly remembered something, her face slightly flushed, "Haruhiko-kun, see you next time."

"...?"

Haruhiko had a feeling that the girl had misunderstood something.

He turned his gaze away and walked towards the classroom where he would be having class today.

At the door, he spotted a familiar face.

Taro Kamo.

Is this revenge?

Haruhiko raised an eyebrow, not finding anything frightening, and walked up to him.

"Kamo Taro".

Kamo Taro extended his hand and said, "It's a pleasure to meet you."

Although he wasn't smiling, his attitude wasn't exactly bad either.

"Haruhiko."

Haruhiko shook hands with him and asked, "I wonder what brings you here, Kamo-kun?"

"Interested in joining the Kamo family?"

Kamo Taro cut to the chase and asked.

Haruhiko was confused.

This was a plot development he hadn't anticipated.

If you can't beat them, join them?

“I watched the entire video of you yesterday.”

Kamo Taro explained, "You are even more amazing than I imagined. You are qualified to join the Kamo family."

"Sorry, I don't have any ideas at the moment."

Haruhiko shook his head and refused.

"I knew this would be the answer."

Instead of being angry, Taro Kamo showed a hint of anticipation, "Next time, I will defeat you."

He turned and left without any hesitation or lingering, very decisively.

Haruhiko was thoughtful.

He truly is the heir to a powerful family.

Ultimately, only a minority of people are as arrogant and domineering as Shogo Utsunomiya.

After all, he has a spirit-severing physique, so it's understandable that he was left to his own devices.

Those who are truly talented and have received the best education are unlikely to show their emotions so easily.

Haruhiko entered the classroom.

Suddenly, I realized that I had attracted a lot of attention.

Some of the female students even hinted at wanting a partner.

Nine individuals were recognized as exceptionally outstanding in the Battle of Feiyichuan.

Haruhiko previously thought it was unremarkable.

However, he still underestimated the impact.

Soon, the bell rang.

A middle-aged woman entered through the door.

Her name is Yoshihara Yumi, a third-rank priestess.

The lesson was "The Complete Guide to General Spells for Priests".

The curriculum is the same as in high school, but it teaches second-level spells.

Both spirit mediums and shrine maidens have their own systems, and theologians are no exception.

The first type, which focuses on enhancing a series of spells, is the so-called close-combat mage.

Their goal is to cast spells in the shortest amount of time to strengthen their bodies and defeat their enemies.

The second type, focusing on mastering a series of spells, represents the most orthodox magician.

They studied elements such as wind, thunder, fire, and water, and mastered the power of nature.

The third type, centered on time-based spells, are the inheritors of knowledge.

They dedicate their entire lives to extending their lifespan in order to acquire more knowledge.

Clearly, the first two are the mainstream.

Because time-based spells are extremely rare.

In addition, there are some niche systems.