Tokyo: Starting with the Shrine Maiden

After class, he went straight to Tachibana Yui's house and began making talismans.

By dusk, he had successfully advanced to the third rank.

This means he can create third-tier talismans, and his strength has been significantly improved.

Five thousand words.

Chapter 162. Shiranui's Mana Replenishment

Edo Archaeological Bureau, University of Tokyo Office.

Haruhiko glanced at the door number and, confirming that he hadn't gone to the wrong place, knocked on the door.

"Please come in."

Some familiar voices sounded.

Haruhiko opened the door, and sitting in the office was Ishikawa Yasuhiro, who had personally come to recruit him.

"It's Haruhiko."

When Ishikawa Yasuhiro saw him, he was slightly taken aback, but then recognized him.

After all, he has a powerful background; he is Chiyome's apprentice.

"Can I help you?"

Ishikawa Yasuhiro asked with a light laugh, his attitude very enthusiastic.

"I want to be promoted to a permanent position."

Haruhiko didn't beat around the bush and spoke directly.

"Recruitment?"

Yasuhiro Ishikawa raised an eyebrow and said, "It seems you've got inside information."

He was referring to the fact that the Edo Archaeological Bureau suffered a great loss in the face of the Serpent Spirit, and that the exploration of the Takamagahara ruins required more personnel.

He wasn't surprised that Haruhiko knew.

After all, his status speaks for itself.

Having powerful backers allows you to act recklessly.

"I have heard about it."

Haruhiko admitted and asked, "What conditions are required?"

"Third-tier psionicist".

Ishikawa Yasuhiro said with a smile, "With your talent, it's only a matter of time, so there's no need to rush."

"Would it be possible if I possessed the strength of a third-tier psionicist?"

Haruhiko confirmed his guess and wasn't surprised.

Upon hearing this, Ishikawa Yasuhiro's expression slightly hardened.

Does this mean that although Haruhiko is at the second level, he is not afraid of the third level?

That's really... extravagant.

At this moment, Ishikawa Yasuhiro was thinking about the external things that Haruhiko relied on, such as spiritual tools or talismans.

As for third-tier spellcasters, he didn't believe it.

Spellcasters have a much harder time getting promoted than those in other professions.

Even if Haruhiko takes out a third-tier talisman, Ishikawa Yasuhiro will assume that he bought it.

Unless you witness his spell-making process firsthand.

Of course, Haruhiko wouldn't be so bored as to expose his talent.

This is the effect he wants.

"It's not impossible."

Ishikawa Yasuhiro pondered for a moment and said, "However, words alone cannot prove it; it must be tested."

"What test?"

Haruhiko nodded and asked.

"Then let's use the most direct assessment method."

Yasuhiro Ishikawa took out his phone and said, "I'll find you an opponent."

He dialed a number, exchanged a few words, and then it was settled.

It's 10 a.m. now.

Ishikawa Yasuhiro glanced at his phone screen and said, "Come to the school square at five o'clock this afternoon and spar with him."

"no problem."

Haruhiko was somewhat surprised; he hadn't expected it to be so simple and direct, but it was indeed a good method.

"The Edo Archaeological Bureau has six departments. You've joined the Exploration Department, which, as the name suggests, is responsible for exploring the Takamagahara ruins."

Ishikawa Yasuhiro explained, "The Exploration Department is divided into nine teams. The person you'll be sparring with is a member of the ninth team, a third-rank priest named Kita Koji. If you win, you'll join the ninth team."

"I see, thank you."

Haruhiko said seriously.

"You're welcome."

Ishikawa Yasuhiro suddenly slapped his forehead and said, "There's one more thing. After you win the sparring match, you have to wait two days before you can join. That's because your information needs to be sent to the Psychic Council, and you can only join after half of the members agree."

"it is good."

Haruhiko nodded and said.

He already knew this beforehand.

But how to say it?

It sounds scary, but it's really just a formality.

In general, they would agree.

Needless to say, Haruhiko's background is even more impressive.

Besides Chiyome, he also has Tachibana Yui.

Who knows, Mina Utsunomiya and Aoi Hoshino might also give him a hand.

After leaving the office, Haruhiko went to the Worry-Free Garden.

He took out his key and opened the door.

Chiyo was the only one in the living room.

She reclined on the sofa, her long hair reaching her waist, her slender legs stretched out straight, and her cute toes resting quietly.

To Qingyan's surprise, she wasn't asleep; instead, she had her eyes open and seemed to be thinking about something.

A few seconds later, she looked up, her voice groggy, and said, "Good afternoon."

Not bad, you even knew it was noon.

"teacher."

Haruhiko sat down opposite her and asked, "Is there something troubling you?"

After all, the fact that she wasn't sleeping was the biggest abnormality.

He thought of Asama Shrine.

That's probably the reason.

"The whereabouts of that spiritual artifact have been discovered."

Chiyo didn't hide anything and said.

"At Asama Shrine?"

Haruhiko looked at her with some surprise.

The main problem is that the speed at which the information is received is far too fast.

"They are no longer here."

Chiyo shook her head and said, "At Mount Tanba."

"Mt. Tanba?"

Haruhiko tried to recall, but couldn't remember anything. He asked, "Where was it?"

"Mt. Tanba, formerly known as Mt. Oe."

Chiyo reminded her.