Tokyo: Starting with the Shrine Maiden

Of these two parts, the latter is naturally the most important.

It involves bamboo and bamboo leaves from the Heavenly Maiden, as well as the doll's body and many other high-level spiritual energy materials.

It has now been taken away, and only the first part remains.

Tsuchimikado Mari replaced the five pieces of bamboo from the Tenden-onna-no-Mikoto with her own spiritual energy, and instantly, the magic circle was activated.

Colorless, almost white light floated from the ground, illuminating the entire space.

This is the color of psionic energy itself.

Only when it is contaminated with attributes such as water and fire will it exhibit obvious color differences.

In fact, simply charging up cannot increase the psionic energy limit.

If that's really possible, then Haruhiko could have gotten help from Tsuchimikado Mari or Tachibana Yui beforehand.

This magic circle has the ability to transform.

Haruhiko suspected that after summoning the gods, the Yamata no Orochi possessed the doll's body and then absorbed spiritual energy to rapidly advance its level.

After all, the doll's body itself has no rank.

This magic circle involves the Yamata no Orochi, whose rank is definitely not low.

A massive influx of spiritual energy surged into his body, and Haruhiko's spiritual energy quickly reached its limit, beginning to increase slowly.

He raised an eyebrow; the conversion process has its costs.

The magic circle charged him with 1,000 points of spiritual energy, but when converted into the maximum spiritual energy limit, it might only amount to 1 point.

This is why very few people adopt this method to improve their strength.

Besides, they are not players; they can advance once their psionic energy reaches its limit.

They need to undergo a complex spiritual awakening to advance to the next level.

Forcing growth will only greatly affect their mindset.

This is the source of Mari Tsuchimikado's previous suspicions.

Although the first three stages of advancement are relatively easy, even geniuses often get stuck for a few days.

As Haruhiko said, advancing in an instant is quite incredible.

Tsuchimikado Mari crossed her arms and watched him quietly.

Takahashi Kisaragi quickly realized that she was absorbing spiritual energy.

She withdrew her gaze and continued her looting.

Half an hour later, Haruhiko's spiritual energy reached the limit of the second stage, which is 10,000 points of spiritual energy.

He glanced at Tsuchimikado Mari in the distance and silently recited the seven upgrade materials in his mind.

They were placed in the empty storage ring.

If I take it out directly, I'll inevitably be asked questions.

After all, this is a unique way for players to advance.

Golden light spread from the storage ring and then flowed into his body.

Following the blood, it quickly filled his entire body and began to spread through his meridians, allowing him to store more spiritual energy.

This also means that he has reached the third stage.

"Really?"

Tsuchimikado Mari was shocked and greatly surprised.

This was the first time she had ever seen this kind of advancement method.

Is it because his state of mind has already reached the third stage?

Tsuchimikado Mari subconsciously pondered, searching for an answer.

Thinking of his usual audacity, she suddenly smiled slightly.

That does seem to make sense.

After all, other second-tier individuals wouldn't dare to be stingy when they see her.

Chop all his claws to pieces.

Even after reaching the third stage, the magic array did not stop operating.

Haruhiko immediately realized that the spiritual energy left here for Yamata no Orochi should be enough to advance to the fourth rank.

It's cheaper for him.

However, it stopped after a few minutes.

Haruhiko was slightly taken aback, realizing the impact of the bamboo and other items that had been taken from Ame-no-Tsurugi.

But it's enough.

He now possesses 13,400 points of psionic energy.

Apart from him, no one else could improve their strength by such a large margin on the very day they entered the third stage.

"Congratulations."

Mari Tsuchimikado spoke in a calm tone.

"Is there any reward?"

Haruhiko seized the opportunity and asked.

Tsuchimikado Mari lowered her gaze and looked at him.

She raised an eyebrow, then licked her lips, but unlike before, she licked around her red lips.

The temptation was simply overwhelming.

"There will be."

Tsuchimikado Mari returned to her expressionless face, as if her previous actions were an illusion.

Haruhiko swallowed hard and immediately became serious.

It was mainly Takahashi Kisaragi who came over.

"Mauri-sama."

She bowed slightly and called out.

"Is it all cleaned up?"

Tsuchimikado Mari glanced at her and asked in a cool tone.

"Ah."

Takahashi Kisaragi took out an empty storage ring and handed it over.

She was used to Tsuchimikado Mari's attitude.

In fact, in many people's minds, she is more dignified than Tsuchimikado Mashiro.

After all, it was Tsuchimikado Mari who handled many of these matters.

“I will have the ninth team explore this area again to make sure nothing is missed.”

Takahashi Kisaragi paused for a moment and said, "Now, Lady Mari and the young master should go back to the Exploration Department to rest, and return to the surface in a couple of days."

"Ah."

Tsuchimikado Mari responded and walked out.

Haruhiko followed behind.

The three left the ruins and returned to the first level of the Edo underground city.

Tsuchimikado Mari was an outsider, so she infiltrated the area alone.

When they arrived at the entrance of the Exploration Department building, Takahashi Kisaragi stopped in her tracks.

"Go back and rest. I'll go and inform the rest of the Ninth Team."

After saying that, she went to her office.

As for Haruhiko, once he arrived here, he naturally no longer needed a guide.

He went upstairs and soon arrived at his room.

As soon as I opened the door, I was suddenly hugged.

The familiar touch made Haruhiko relax.

It's Tsuchimikado Mari.

She pinched Haruhiko's chin with her hand, leaned down slightly, and pressed her red lips to his.

Surrounded by this fifth-tier demon and unable to escape, Qingyan quickly gave up resistance and allowed her to conquer and expand her territory.

After a long time, the two separated.

Haruhiko let out a breath, feeling dizzy.