Tokyo: Starting with the Shrine Maiden

Haruhiko coughed lightly and asked, "You said on the phone earlier that you needed to talk to me about something. What was it?"

After spending so much time together, he has come to know Tachibana Yui and Tsuchimikado Mari quite well.

The atmosphere just now was definitely suspicious.

For his own safety, he resorted to changing the subject.

As expected, Tachibana Yui stopped dwelling on Tsuchimikado Mari's indecent behavior.

"Given your relationship with Yukihime, you should be able to get her into the Utsunomiya clan, right?"

She asked in a serious tone.

"can."

Haruhiko looked confused, but he still gave an answer.

Joining the Utsunomiya clan won't change anything.

If he were to speak to her, Yukihime would definitely agree.

However, the reason he didn't say it was because she was a member of the Yuki-onna clan.

Yokai's attitude towards humans is always quite subtle.

Haruhiko is Haruhiko, and the Utsunomiya clan is the Utsunomiya clan.

Tachibana Yui pursed her lips upon hearing this.

She knew that Yukihime and Haruhiko were not exactly platonic either.

Add to that Mina Utsunomiya, Rin Hoshino, and others, and this guy is truly a complete scumbag.

His parents were both very loving, but I don't know who led him astray.

"The Grand Palace is under the jurisdiction of the Psionic Council, which in turn is composed of fifteen major powers."

Tachibana Yui sat up and said, "But the number of members in the Psychic Council is not fixed. For example, the Miyamoto clan withdrew before. As some leave, others join. There is a very simple standard: possessing a fifth-tier psychic."

Haruhiko's eyes lit up immediately; he had already understood her unspoken meaning.

By having Yukihime join the Utsunomiya clan, the Utsunomiya clan subsequently became members of the Psychic Council.

And what about the Psionic Council?

They may not have any special privileges in normal times, but they are extremely useful in critical moments.

For example, they have their own exploration team at the Edo Archaeological Bureau and participate in upcoming meetings.

What are the procedures?

Haruhiko asked expectantly.

"Actually, there's no formal process. You just have Mina Utsunomiya submit an application, clearly stating the relevant details. The Psychic Council will then hold a vote, and a majority vote is required for success."

Tachibana Yui smiled as she said this, "We included this clause in our previous discussions with the heads of those families, so you don't need to worry about failure."

"Thank you, Aunt Mashiro."

Haruhiko said very seriously.

I have to say, this move was absolutely perfect.

Of course, it does raise some suspicions of him living off a woman.

But Haruhiko didn't care. Why miss the chance to live off a woman?

Besides, once the Utsunomiya clan joins the Psychic Council, they can cooperate with the Tsuchimikado clan, which will give them more manpower and make things easier.

"It's nothing, we're all family."

Tachibana Yui slightly raised her chin; although she spoke modestly, her body language betrayed her words.

Anyone who sees her knows she's very pleased with herself right now.

Of course, she wasn't lying.

Because in her view, Haruhiko is the next successor of the Tsuchimikado clan.

We're helping the Utsunomiya clan now, but it's hard to say who will benefit in the future.

In Japan, lineage is highly valued.

However, this lineage is not a true blood relationship.

If someone is highly capable, their adopted son or son-in-law can also become their successor; they are treated equally.

Haruhiko felt a warmth in his heart.

Tachibana Yui is really good to him.

At first it might have been because of his mother, but now it's clear that's no longer the case.

Haruhiko took out his phone.

The task of writing the application materials was something he had abhorred in his previous life, so it was naturally entrusted to his magnanimous maid and secretary.

"Owner."

Mina Utsunomiya's pleasant yet respectful voice rang out.

"There's something I need you to do right away."

Haruhiko said directly, "You submit an application to the Oogakusho, saying that the Utsunomiya clan wants to join the Psychic Council."

"what?"

Mina Utsunomiya froze, almost thinking she had misheard. She quickly said, "Although the Utsunomiya clan is powerful now, it does not yet meet the requirements for joining."

Previously, she knew that neither the Utsunomiya clan nor the Yagyu clan could become members of the Psychic Council.

Besides the obstruction from the Tsuchimikado clan, another reason was the lack of fifth-tier psychics.

"Yukihime will join the Utsunomiya clan; she is already at the fifth rank."

Haruhiko didn't hide anything and continued, "Aunt Mashiro also spoke to them, so you just need to submit it."

Mina Utsunomiya opened her mouth, but hesitated to speak.

She recalled how her own Utsunomiya and Yagyu clans had been unable to join the Psychic Council no matter what, and couldn't help but feel the impermanence of life.

Aside from Haruhiko's own competence, his connections are truly remarkable.

"I'll do it right away."

Mina Utsunomiya snapped out of her daze and said.

Overall, it's a good thing.

Whether it's towards Haruhiko or towards her.

Of course, she definitely earned less.

But does she still have the right to refuse now?

Mina Utsunomiya hung up the phone and sighed.

Even if she breaks through to the fifth level now, it will be difficult for her to get rid of Haruhiko.

Unless you reach the legendary sixth rank.

But the probability is extremely small.

To be honest, she wasn't even absolutely certain that she could advance to the fifth level.

Haruhiko put away his phone.

He then looked at Tachibana Yui and asked, "Aunt Mashiro, when does the Takamagahara Resolution you mentioned begin?"

"We'll begin once we return to the Takamagahara ruins."

Tachibana Yui replied, "If there are no unforeseen circumstances, it will be tomorrow. Actually, the Imperial Palace has already held a regular meeting, but the final decision still rests with the Takamagahara government, and I have chosen the location near the Ashiya Doman ruins."

"Could that fifth-tier demon have infiltrated?"

Haruhiko asked again.

"definitely will."

Tachibana Yui smiled gently and said, "That's how they managed to sneak in."

Haruhiko was a little surprised.

If they actually manage to infiltrate, how will the trap take effect?

"Have you forgotten that Izumo Shrine has a way to identify otherworldly demons?"

Tachibana Yui explained, "Once we confirm their identities, we can launch the plan and lure them into the trap."

"I see."

Haruhiko thought to himself that he was still too young.

What he could think of, Tachibana Yui could certainly think of as well, and had a countermeasure.

"Tomorrow, you and your Utsunomiya clan will go together."

Tachibana Yui crossed her arms and hummed, "At that time, we will decide in Takamagahara to make the Utsunomiya clan a member of the Psychic Council."