Tokyo: Starting with the Shrine Maiden

“If it’s not human speech, you can speak your native language.”

Haruhiko thought for a moment and said, "I know a little bit about fox language."

He revealed this for two main reasons.

First, communicating with Bai Shuang is indeed difficult.

Secondly, he had investigated and found that the University of Tokyo did indeed offer instruction in fox language.

In fact, most of the major clans among the monsters have some degree of this.

Foxes are quite common monsters, and there are many different kinds.

She is also Tamamo-no-Mae, one of the three legendary demons.

"Uh-huh-huh."

Bai Shuang looked up and spoke formally for the first time.

The translation is that she is practicing a special supernatural power and cannot speak human language.

"I see."

Haruhiko had no suspicions.

The conditions for cultivating supernatural powers have always been strange and unusual.

He had some exposure to the game during his first playthrough.

For example, the ability to see far is not allowed to be opened until one has successfully cultivated it.

Even one failure is a failure.

Qingyan didn't ask what kind of supernatural power Bai Shuang cultivated.

After all, this is confidential.

Half an hour later, Yuki came out of the kitchen.

Haruhiko got up, went to the bathroom to wash his hands, and then came to the dining table.

Tonight we're having barbecue.

An enticing aroma filled the air.

Haruhiko picked up a skewer, took a bite, and said, "Delicious."

The second best grilled meat after Tsuchimikado Mari.

But she roasted it with the flames of Shiranui.

The situation is special.

It's not that Yukihime's cooking skills are inferior to hers.

Her culinary skills are impeccable.

Yuki smiled but didn't say anything.

She then looked at Haruhiko's three demon-taming creatures.

In theory, only White Frost needs to eat.

Lime has black peacock feathers, and Izumi is a tsukumogami (a spirit inhabiting a vessel for spirits).

White Frost is a fox, and when it is at a lower level, it often serves as an aid to its food.

But what puzzled Yukihime was that it didn't eat.

He just lies on the sofa all day, doing nothing and not even practicing cultivation.

However, Izumi did come over today.

Yuki casually gave her a string of them.

She was small, so she had to take several bites of each piece of roasted meat before she could finish it.

But she does work very hard.

Haruhiko glanced at it and felt that the scene seemed familiar.

Oh, it's an emoji from a past life called "Repaying Kindness".

But the main character is a fox.

Haruhiko twitched the corner of his mouth.

Izumi really hasn't given up his wicked intentions.

After dinner, Yuki started tidying up.

Haruhiko left the dining table and went to the sofa.

But instead of sitting down, she began practicing the Snow Woman Breathing Technique.

He had already discovered that it was quite effective for aiding digestion.

Not long after, Yukihime reappeared.

She didn't change her clothes; she was still wearing the same vest.

So he began training with Haruhiko.

Night falls.

The two stopped and headed to the bathroom.

They continue to expend their excess energy there.

a new day.

Haruhiko stepped out of the room and took a light breath.

Yukihime sat on the sofa.

Two beautiful legs in black stockings were crossed, gleaming faintly under the light.

From Haruhiko's angle, one can see the taut and well-proportioned shape of his rounded thighs.

It's so tempting to eat this so early in the morning!

"are you awake?"

Yuki noticed his gaze, straightened her legs, and moved them slightly apart.

Her icy blue eyes were full of charm and tenderness.

Haruhiko reluctantly looked away.

She definitely did it on purpose.

"I'm going to wash up."

Haruhiko replied and then turned and went to the bathroom.

Yukihime couldn't help but laugh.

Her man is really interesting.

It seemed to be the same last night.

A slight blush appeared on Yukihime's face.

Not long after, Haruhiko returned to the living room.

After dinner, he made a phone call to Aizawa Kaoru.

It's already past class time, and besides, he's going to do a commissioned task, so he might as well ask for leave.

Incidentally, he inquired about Chiyome's situation.

Her ritual went smoothly, and after her soul returned, she regained her former vitality.

"Go early and return early."

Yuki helped him straighten his clothes, speaking gently.

"I will."

Haruhiko nodded, kissed her on the cheek, and then left.

White Frost followed at his feet, its tail wagging in response.

A man and a fox drove to Kanagawa Prefecture.

He got out of the car after arriving at the location provided by the Edo Archaeological Bureau.

This is a hotel.

It doesn't look luxurious; it's rather ordinary.

The probationary staff member of the Edo Archaeological Bureau was named Matsushita Takashi, a second-tier swordsman.

Like Haruhiko, he is a student at the University of Tokyo.

Takashi Matsushita came here not to do a commission, but to take a vacation.

After the murder, the hotel was taken over by the O-Gosho.