A Stardew Valley farmer came to Gensokyo.

Looking at Kazama Yuka, who was hiding her head behind her and looking timid, Natsumi was very puzzled.

"Yuka, don't be afraid." Xia Xun knelt down and stroked Kazama Yuka, who kept her head down, and said softly, "Aki, you've seen them before. Xiaoling is my younger sister, and this older sister is my teacher. Don't worry that they will hurt you."

But Kazama Yuka just kept her head down and moved a little closer to Natsumi.

At the same time, Ibaraki Kasen, whose red eyes were fixed on Kazama Yuuka, suddenly stepped forward, pulled Natsumi away, and pushed the bewildered Natsumi several steps away.

"Yuuka Kazami, what exactly are you trying to do?!"

The sharp shout made Xia Xun feel her head buzzing.

See the fragrance in the wind?

His gaze involuntarily fell on the green-haired girl who was standing alone on the street, and then on Ibaraki Kasen, who was solemnly protecting her.

What exactly happened?

Wasn't it confirmed by Yukari Yakumo, Yuyuko, and Suika that Yuuka has no relation to Kazami Yuuka?

However, the teacher's attitude...

For a moment, Xia Xun felt her thoughts were in disarray, but she didn't act rashly. She simply asked, "Teacher, are you sure you're not mistaken?"

"Although Yuuka looks a lot like Yuuka, she is definitely not her. I have already confirmed this with Yukari Yakumo, Yuyuko, and Suika."

"They've confirmed it?" Upon hearing this, Ibaraki Kasen's tense expression relaxed, and her tone became uncertain: "Could it be that I really misjudged it?"

"Hmm, did Yuka do something wrong?"

Just then, a bewildered cry rang out. Kazama Yuka, who had been keeping her head down, raised her delicate face, which was now covered in tears.

Her bright red eyes now showed a deer-like bewilderment, carrying a heartbreaking timidity and fear.

The small fists that had been clenched quietly have now loosened, and she has raised them to rub her moist eye sockets.

"Yes, I'm sorry, little sister~"

Upon seeing this, Ibaraki Kasen instantly overturned her previous assumptions, believing that the aura she had sensed just moments before was merely her imagination.

Although the girl in front of me does look a lot like Kazami Yuuka, it must just be a coincidence. How could that flower tyrant possibly look like that?

Somewhat flustered, Ibaraki Kasen comforted the crying girl and looked to Natsumi for help.

Upon seeing this, Xia Xun's expression relaxed, while Motoori Korin beside him looked completely bewildered.

I don't understand what suddenly happened. Could it be that what she just said was too harsh and scared this person to tears?

Arriving beside Kazama Yuuka, Natsumi looked at the tear-streaked girl and said softly, "Yuuka, don't worry, you didn't do anything wrong."

"It's just that Teacher Cihua accidentally mistook you for someone else, it's alright."

Hearing Natsumi's words of comfort, the weeping Kazama Yuka threw herself into his arms, her tears soaking his clothes, yet she couldn't help but breathe in Natsumi's breath.

It smells so good, so wonderful, I wish I could stay forever.

Her little hands gripped Xia Xun's clothes even tighter, and Kazama Yuka pressed herself tightly into Xia Xun's arms as if she wanted to merge herself into Xia Xun's body.

Even through the clothes, Xia Xun could clearly feel the delicate curves of the girl's body in his arms.

"It's alright, it's alright." Thinking that Kazama Yuka was overly frightened, Xia Xun hurriedly comforted her, then glanced at Ibaraki Kasen and whispered, "Teacher, apologize quickly."

Upon hearing this, Ibaraki Kasen quickly nodded and said to Kazama Yuuka, "Yuuka, I'm so sorry for mistaking you for that fierce woman. I'm truly sorry for frightening you."

"A violent woman?"

A girl's voice, choked with sobs, rang out. Kazama Yuuka raised her head timidly and looked at Ibaraki Kasen: "Is it because Yuuka looks a lot like that person? Is she a bad person?"

Ibaraki Kasen nodded quickly. Although Kazami Yuuka cannot be simply defined as good or bad, she can be defined as a bad person for a child from the Human Village.

"Did she do something really bad?" Kazama Yuka asked, seemingly curious.

Upon hearing this, Ibaraki Kasen sighed, reached out and tried to touch the little girl's hair, and said, "She did a lot of things, but perhaps those things are not important to you. You just need to know that she wanted to take Natsumi away."

"Wow, she really is a naughty older sister." Kazama Yuuka exclaimed in surprise, then looked at Ibaraki Kasen with a giggle and said innocently, "But actually, I want to do naughty things like that too~"

"No, that won't do! Brother is Xiaoling's brother!"

Motoori Kosuka's eyes widened. She had initially felt sorry for the girl who was crying so pitifully, but now she stepped forward and forcefully pulled her away from Natsumi's arms.

Unfortunately, how can a book-loving literature girl compare to a part-time girl who can move things at an izakaya?

So, Motoori Suzu could only look at the bad girl who was clinging to her older brother in humiliation, and then look up at Natsumi pitifully.

"You really love to act cute, Xiaoling."

Xia Xun reached out and pinched Xiao Ling's little face. Seeing that Kazama Yuka had stopped crying, she chose her cute little sister without hesitation.

Kazama Yuka, who was feeling smug just a second ago, found herself being picked up and placed aside by Natsumi, with that wretched human girl taking her place.

In particular, that guy even gave her a smug look, and then hugged Xia Xun and rubbed against her forcefully.

Ignoring the interaction between the two little girls, Xia Xun looked curiously at Hieda Akyuu and Ibaraki Kasen and asked, "Ibaraki-sensei, Akyuu, why are you two acting together? What happened?"

Upon hearing this, Hieda Akyuu and Ibaraki Kasen also became serious.

Motoori Kosuzu held up a notebook and handed it to Natsumi. The old notebook contained a lot of knowledge about divination.

"Actually, we are tracking a monster."

Chapter 155 Becoming Mine

Around noon.

Ibaraki Kasen has come to the Human Village once again.

Because of Xia Xun's matter yesterday, she was unable to properly check the situation in the village. Today, she plans to thoroughly inspect the village for any potential hazards.

Later, while passing by Suzunaan, she happened to bump into Motoori Kosuzu and Hieda Akyuu, who were going out to try their hand at divination.

As a highly accomplished immortal, Ibaraki Kasen immediately noticed that the notes in Motoori Kosuzu's hand were imbued with magic and resentment, and were harmful to ordinary people.

She then offered a reminder.

Having experienced a lot during this time, Motoori Kosuzu is no longer the reckless girl she used to be. Seeing Ibaraki Kasen's extraordinary demeanor, she asked her out of curiosity.

Based on the principles of immortals, Ibaraki Kasen, who enjoys teaching and imparting knowledge, naturally did not refuse. After carefully reviewing the notes, she discovered a new danger.

This notebook was deliberately leaked by someone, and it's very likely that someone is targeting Kozue Honju.

The notebook is cursed, but when someone looks through it, the owner of the notebook will notice. Moreover, this notebook has the ability to absorb resentment.

According to Ibaraki Kasen's assessment, there is likely a vengeful spirit or evil monster behind the book. As a sage, upon discovering the existence of such an evil monster that dares to try to harm people, she naturally has to slay the demon.

Hieda Akyuu and Motoori Kosuzu were intrigued by what they heard, but were also afraid of being hurt.

After consulting Ibaraki Kasen, the three of them set off to investigate. The sage was in charge of the force, Motoori Kosuzu served as bait, and Hieda Akyuu led the way.

Then, they bumped into Natsumi and Kazami Yuuka, who were there to buy something.

After hearing the story, Xia Xun couldn't help but raise an eyebrow: "After Lingmeng left, all sorts of monsters and demons really did come out."

Reaching out, she took out six high-grade talismans she had previously bought from Reimu Hakurei, and gave two each to Kosuke Motoori, Akyuu Hieda, and Yuuka Kazami.

"Take this protective charm; there have been quite a few rule-breaking monsters lately."

Xia Xun gently rubbed the still-cuddling Motoori Suzuka in his arms and put her down, saying, "Alright, Yu Xiang and I are going to go shopping too. Suzuka, be careful."

"Remember to follow the teacher and don't wander off." Then he looked at Ibaraki Kasen: "Teacher, I'll leave them to you."

"Huh? Isn't Big Brother coming with us?" Motoori Suzu asked, looking up at Natsumi with a puzzled expression.

"What am I supposed to do there?"

Xia Xun chuckled upon hearing this, then looked at Benju Xiaoling and asked, "Since there's a teacher here, am I supposed to go and run around with you guys?"

His teacher was a sage, one of the three sages of Gensokyo personally acknowledged by Yukari Yakumo. Such a powerful figure couldn't even protect two little girls when dealing with a mere evil spirit.

"Alright, we need to go shopping now." Ruffling Motoi Kosuzu's hair, Xia Xun took out three snacks and handed them to the three of them.

"Hungry, tired, injured? Grab a snack while you work!" He smiled brightly and gave a thumbs up: "Guaranteed to quell hunger pangs!"

With Kazama Yuuka by her side, Natsumi and Kazama Yuuka began shopping for various items at the South District Market.

A wooden box easily contained the bedding, sheets, pots and pans, and other items bought for the girl.

Outside a women's clothing store, Natsumi accompanied Kazama Yuuka inside. After admiring the different looks of the girls in their new clothes, they also bought different women's outfits for Ibuki Suika and Okunoda Miyo.

Miyo Okunoda is alright; although she wears the uniform of the Minato-tei during work hours, she still has her own clothes for everyday life.

But Suika Ibuki has always worn the same oni outfit, which is cute, but Natsumi wants her to be even cuter.

For example, white stockings paired with Suika Ibuki's slender feet would be absolutely delicious!

By the time Kazama Yuka had finished purchasing all her items, it was already past 3 PM.

Xia Xun originally planned to look for suitable weapons in the village's weapon shops, but found that they were all very ordinary weapons, but the prices were very expensive.

An ordinary iron sword costs 1800 coins, while a steel sword costs a whopping 4900 coins.

I can't afford it, I absolutely can't afford it!

And this is just the weapons. Xia Xun shook his head even more when he saw the prices of the armor.

Without hesitation, he fled, deciding to go find Morichika Rinnosuke; Kourindo might have a suitable weapon.

Perfect timing! I'll also check out the things I asked you to collect yesterday. Even the Little Tyrant games have a supply channel, so the materials I need aren't exactly rare.

Having made his decision, Xia Xun carried the wooden box and escorted Kazama Yuka home.

Push open the front door.

The same dilapidated wooden cabin had been cleaned up by the girl, and there was a vase of flowers on the table.

"Brother Xia Xun, come over here."

Holding Xia Xun's small hand, Kazama Yuka enthusiastically led him towards the inner room.

Pushing open a door, a bedroom with simple bedding comes into view.

Upon seeing this, Xia Xun stopped in his tracks.

It wouldn't be appropriate for a lone man and woman to go to Kazama Yuka's bedroom alone.

But before he could refuse, a strong force suddenly came from Kazama Yuka's small hand, pulling him a few steps and causing him to fall onto the tatami mat in the room.

"You, Youxiang?"

Feeling something was wrong, Xia Xun hurriedly looked up in the direction of Kazama Yuka, only to feel a weight on his waist and abdomen as a soft body sat on him.

"Whoo~"

The scent of hot, humid flowers washed over her face. Kazama Yuka, her cheeks flushed, sat on Natsumi's lap and whispered in his ear, "Natsumi-nii, I like you so much."

"Let us unite, and let you become mine!"

What the hell?!

Xia Xun looked at Kazama Yuka, who was clearly acting strangely, with horror, and even had the illusion that she herself had been poisoned.

How could such a thing happen? Even if it was a life-saving favor, this is just too outrageous.

And why does this sound so familiar?

Looking at Xia Xun's terrified expression, Kazama Yuka's lips curled into a powerful smile.

She didn't want to wait any longer!

She had just accidentally bumped into Ibaraki Kasen, and almost exposed herself. At that moment, she had the urge to forcefully attack, but in the end, she managed to get through it.

But what about next time?

Sensing Natsumi's constant struggles, Kazama Yuuka lifted his chin with her finger: "You must be mine!"

At this moment, her clothes fell off one by one like blooming petals, revealing her skin and body, which were as white as jade.

"Are you really Yuxiang?!"

Xia Xun said in alarm.

"Youxiang and Youxiang are both me."

With a smile on her lips, Kazama Yuka's fingers traced over Natsumi's body.

"For plants, separating another self from the root system is simply an instinct."

"Moreover, this body was specially created for you, Xia Xun. Your physique is only that of an ordinary human girl, so you don't need to worry about getting injured because of it."