Tokyo: Starting with the Shrine Maiden

Haruhiko understood what she meant and simply rested his head on her lap.

Looking at the majestic snow-capped mountains, he took out his phone.

It's a message from Aya Aizawa.

She said the salvage operation had officially begun and that there were indeed a lot of psionic materials and tools.

However, due to the passage of time, damage was inevitable.

After being salvaged, repair work will be carried out.

Therefore, the spiritual artifact promised to him will be delivered a little later.

Haruhiko didn't care.

After all, he got the biggest benefit.

The Three Goddesses Scepter

Even if it was only temporary, it greatly enhanced his strength.

The three third-tier spells attached above can be cast instantly.

This means that first- and second-tier demons would be instantly killed in front of him.

Even third-tier demons cannot withstand the attacks without quick defensive measures, such as magical artifacts.

In the sea, it's even more incredible, directly transforming into a fourth-tier spell.

However, most of the monsters in the quest are located on the shore.

After all, the people who post commissions usually live in the city.

There are fewer at the seaside, but that doesn't mean they don't exist.

After Aya Aizawa, it was Kaoru Aizawa's turn to send a message.

She mentioned again her desire to explore the mysteries of merfolk.

He also said that if the article was published in a journal, the remuneration would be split 50/50.

Haruhiko then realized that she was also a professor.

But she conducts research, and she is the one being researched—can this be a form of collaboration?

Haruhiko fully utilized his procrastination skills, saying he'd talk to him later.

He breathed a sigh of relief after dealing with the beautiful woman.

What a hassle.

Haruhiko looked up and saw Yukihime through the gap.

She was looking at him with a tender expression.

"Your senior sister is quite interesting."

Yuki stroked his head and said with a smile.

“I don’t find it interesting at all.”

Haruhiko smiled helplessly and said, "She wants me to be her research subject."

He paused, then began to talk about the merman ruins.

After hearing this, Yukihime also showed surprise.

I never expected it to be so complicated.

"It really is amazing."

Yuki blinked and said, "I feel like you're not limited by bloodline; you can learn anything."

As far as she knew, there were the Heavenly Fox inheritance, the Snow Maiden inheritance, and the Autumn Water inheritance.

Not to mention humans, even including all kinds of demons, you can't find a second one.

"It might be due to my unique physical condition."

Haruhiko casually made up an excuse.

His biggest secret is that he uses game cheats.

I can't tell a second person.

"Your constitution is indeed special."

Yuki suddenly licked the corner of her mouth.

She wanted to experience that taste again.

However, it's rest time now.

She reached out and gently massaged Haruhiko to relieve his fatigue.

"By the way, when are we going to the beach?"

Haruhiko asked, "I need to ask for leave in advance."

"Then tomorrow."

As Yukihime spoke, she smiled and said, "You not only need to ask for leave from the University of Tokyo, but also from Fuyumi."

How many days are you planning to stay?

Haruhiko understood what she meant.

It seems this won't end in a day or two.

As he thought about it, his stomach started to hurt.

Perhaps it's not just a stomachache.

"At least a week."

Yuki held up seven fingers.

Haruhiko took a light breath.

Let alone one wallet, even two wallets wouldn't be enough to cover this kind of expense.

After all, places by the sea are indeed expensive.

In addition, they also want to book a well-known hot spring.

Haruhiko secretly thought that he might have to live off a woman's money once.

But should we look for Tachibana Yui? Or Tsuchimikado Mari?

What if the former wants to join in? Wouldn't that be a disaster?

"A week? No problem."

Looking at Yukihime's beautiful and expectant face, Haruhiko could only agree.

Yuki ruffled his hair to show her satisfaction.

After a long while, Haruhiko got up and stretched.

After lying down for so long, I feel like I've regained a lot of energy.

"Time flies when I'm with you; it's already evening before I know it."

Yuki glanced at the time and immediately smiled, "I'll go cook."

She got up and went to the kitchen.

Haruhiko took out his phone and started chatting with Tsuchimikado Mari.

"Mari-neechan, do you know about Shirahama Onsen?"

"know."

No wonder she's a secretary; she knows so much.

Haruhiko thought for a moment and then typed out another line of text.

Is it possible to book the entire Shirahama Onsen for a week?

"Private venue?"

Tsuchimikado Mari crossed her long, black legs and asked, "Why do we need to book the whole place?"

"I took my pet monster to play and didn't want to be disturbed by others."

Haruhiko made up a reason.

However, it's not exactly made up.

Although Yukihime was not his demon tamer, she lived with him all along.

It's no different from controlling demons.

After all, under normal circumstances, only demons and shikigami interact with humans.

Most of the other monsters have their own territories and don't easily venture into cities.

After all, there are far too many human psionicists.