Tokyo: Starting with the Shrine Maiden

A playful water game unfolds.

Izumi also joined in.

She was small in stature, and when she was hit, her whole body was damaged.

But she didn't care; as long as she was happy, that was all that mattered.

As the waves crashed against her, Yukihime's bath towel became loose and baggy, revealing even more of her snow-white skin.

The play in the water ended as it was about to slide down.

Haruhiko felt it was a bit of a pity.

Yuki stepped forward and said, "Mr. Haruhiko, please check my swimming results."

Haruhiko was somewhat puzzled.

But she had already plunged into the water, like a real mermaid.

A few seconds later, Haruhiko frowned.

He leaned against the edge of the hot spring to avoid falling in due to exhaustion.

He had been soaking for a while, which caused him to feel tired and tingly.

It's actually just like taking a bath; it can even cause unconsciousness.

Haruhiko exhaled and looked at Yukihime underwater.

She showed off the swimming styles she had learned from him.

Effort, elegance, and power.

It brought him joy and pleasure.

Haruhiko thought to himself that if she became a synchronized swimmer, she would probably achieve good results.

Ten minutes later, Yuki surfaced to breathe, then submerged back into the water.

For two whole hours, Haruhiko watched her performance and acted as the judge.

If he were to give a score, it would definitely be a perfect score.

No, if we're talking about a 100-point scale, he needs to add another 80 points to truly showcase Yukihime's skill.

After playing around for a while, it was already evening.

Haruhiko lay on the sofa, closing his eyes to rest.

Just then, a hand touched his thigh.

He quickly woke up and said with a wry smile, "Mari-neechan, stop joking."

"Actually, I have a small question."

Tsuchimikado Mari withdrew her hand and asked calmly, "Are you human?"

Why does this question sound so familiar?

"Of course I am human."

Haruhiko patted his chest and said, "A proper human being."

"Then your physical fitness is quite good."

Tsuchimikado Mari sat next to him, crossed her long legs in black stockings, and said, "It's very difficult for an ordinary person to contend with a fourth-tier great demon, let alone for so long."

"It's because I exercise regularly."

Haruhiko explained.

"But it's still not enough."

Mari Tsuchimikado said with a cold expression, "The fourth and fifth stages are completely different."

Do you know what you are talking about?

Haruhiko was speechless at her nonchalant tone.

"that……"

He hesitated for two seconds, then asked, "What do you want from me?"

Although it was quite a mood killer, Yukihime was in the kitchen.

That's far too dangerous.

The previous punishment had rendered him powerless to resist.

If the pressure is increased further, even the closest brothers will turn against each other.

"Can't I come to you if nothing happens?"

As she spoke, Tsuchimikado Mari took out a pair of black-rimmed glasses and put them on.

His demeanor changed slightly.

"Are you a teacher now?"

Mari Tsuchimikado continued to ask.

"Yes."

Haruhiko nodded and said.

"In that case, then you should call me that instead."

Tsuchimikado Mari shifted the position of her two long legs, adjusted her glasses, and said.

"Mari-sensei".

Haruhiko wanted her to leave as soon as possible, so she could only let him do as he pleased.

"You naughty student, come to my house in a few days and I'll give you some proper guidance."

Tsuchimikado Mari reached out and stroked his face twice, saying, "You don't want to disappoint your parents, do you?"

Haruhiko subconsciously swallowed.

Are all monsters this powerful these days?

I can't hold on any longer.

He now deeply understood the importance of suppressing fire.

Otherwise, they'll just bully us.

How abominable!

"Interesting."

Tsuchimikado Mari stood up, butterflies fluttered, and she disappeared.

Haruhiko breathed a sigh of relief.

I didn't see Tsuchimikado Mari again for the next few days.

After playing for a week, Yukihime lost interest and did not stay any longer.

Haruhiko suddenly felt like he had gone from being a corporate slave to being financially free.

With less pressure, my savings finally started to increase.

Back to the South Campus of the University of Tokyo.

Haruhiko has quite a lot on his plate.

First, I missed a week of classes and need to catch up as soon as possible.

Secondly, I went to Izumo Shrine to see the Hoshino sisters.

Third, I went to Tachibana Yui's place to record a song.

Fourth, I will receive guidance from Teacher Shiranui.

Fifth, to make a deal with Mina Utsunomiya.

As he recounted his memories, Haruhiko began to miss the days and nights he spent on the deserted island by the sea.

But men have to face challenges head-on.

new week.

A third of November has already passed.

Haruhiko carried his schoolbag and headed to the University of Tokyo.

At the entrance, he saw Hoshino Rin and Hoshino Hotaru.

He wasn't surprised by the former.

But the latter was unexpected.

Yesterday, Haruhiko told Hoshino Rin that he was going back to school today.

Unexpectedly, Hotaru Hoshino followed them again.

"Haruhiko-kun, it's been a long time."