A newbie's anime life diary

Ryougi Shiki watched as the youkai boarded the ship one after another, and said to Yukiteru, "Then let's go too."

Nodding, Yukiteru followed beside Ryougi Shiki and asked, "Teacher, is everything alright in Tokyo?"

"Don't worry, a customer recently came to Japan and I forced her to stay and help out. In addition, I entrusted Sadao Maou and his paladin fiancée to oversee things. There shouldn't be any major problems."

"...Guests? Forced to stay?" Xuehui broke out in a cold sweat upon hearing this. Who on earth was so unlucky?

Meanwhile, at the association's headquarters in Tokyo, in the president's office.

A stunningly beautiful woman with long blonde hair, wearing a tight-fitting long dress, and slightly taller than Yukiteru, sat sullenly in the chair that originally belonged to Ryougi Shiki, exuding an aura that kept strangers at bay.

"That Ryougi Shiki, did she anticipate my arrival and try to trip me up? Humph, wait until you get back, I'll make you pay!"

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The next day, Monday

Yukino arrived at school as usual, but unlike usual, when the student council president's imposing presence made people hesitant to approach her, her classmates seemed unusually enthusiastic today.

"Hey, Yukinoshita, your vice president has developed something amazing!"

"Yeah, yeah, when will it be released?"

"And also, wasn't the other person on yesterday's live stream Yukinoshita's older sister? Does that mean you're going to work for Anjia Company, Yukinoshita?"

Not only girls, but boys also gathered around, and not because of Yukino herself, but because of the NERvGear that was announced yesterday.

'Honestly, he's always acting frivolously, yet he still manages to shock everyone with something he casually makes.'

Looking at the classmates surrounding her, Yukino knew that yesterday's live stream had really gone viral.

After calming herself down, Yukino replied, "The device is still a long way from being released. As mentioned in yesterday's live stream, that was just a preliminary model. The improved version is what will be released later. The specific release date is estimated to be around October or November at the end of the year. As for my future goals, I will probably go and help out at the company."

This situation didn't just happen with Yukino; Utaha and Eriri also appeared in the video shown during yesterday's live stream, so they naturally became the focus of attention, with a bunch of people coming to ask about their experience using the NERvGear.

As for Xuehui's own class, people were waiting at the classroom door early in the morning. However, even after class started, Xuehui still hadn't appeared.

By noon, the curious students learned that Hiratsuka Yukiteru, the student council vice president who had made headlines the day before, had taken a week-long leave for some reason.

Although many people assumed he had taken leave for company matters, it was soon discovered that in the latest news about NERvGear released that afternoon, the person who appeared was Yukino Yukinoshita, the general manager; Yukiteru was nowhere to be seen.

After school, Yukino returned home after handling student council affairs. Shizuka and Utaha had already returned earlier, and Eriri had also come with her today. Only Haruno was still busy with company matters, receiving guests from one company after another, and it seemed that she had just finished and was preparing to return.

"A message has been sent over?" As soon as she entered the living room, Yukino saw the documents that Shizuka was looking at and the file folder on the coffee table. This was information about Kyoto that she had requested through her own privileges earlier that morning. Although the attention from the inside had decreased recently due to student council affairs, Yukino was still under the wing of Ryougi Shiki, so her privileges were still valid.

Upon seeing Yukino return, Shizuka nodded and said, "The news came at midnight yesterday. There was an encounter when we were approaching Kyoto, but it was all done by the Nura Clan's yokai. We've now safely entered Kyoto. We probably won't receive any further news for a few days."

Kyoto is now being gradually surrounded, a situation that has already been noticed by some observant people outside of Kyoto.

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Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

I went out to buy some things, and only came back to write after lunch, so it's a bit late.

Chapter 282 Arrival, Wounded

Kyoto.

After last night's aerial battle, Yukiteru and Ryougi Shiki, along with the Nura Clan, successfully landed in Kyoto in the early morning. They then separated from them because they needed to go to the Keikain residence first.

Looking at the thin mist gradually forming on the horizon, Xuehui couldn't help but grin: "If things develop like this, there'll be no way to hide it anymore, right? Teacher, what should we do then? Activate a spell that covers the entire country and modify these memories?"

“It’s unrealistic. At most, it can only cover one area. Any larger area would be beyond human control. Even the existing gods cannot guarantee that such a large-scale spell won’t go wrong. Perhaps, it really has come to that point.” Shaking her head, Ryougi Shiki said this.

"Um... Teacher, are you serious? Hasn't this proposal been rejected all along?"

What Ryougi Shiki was referring to was the proposal to publicly acknowledge the existence of mystical beings, which would further promote the fusion of the surface and the inner world.

To put it simply, it's about building a world where humans and yokai, and humans and anomalies, can coexist peacefully. Of course, such a proposal not only needs to consider humanity's acceptance level but also the difficulty of its implementation. After all, not all yokai are like the neutral ones in the Nura Clan; a large portion of them harbor hostile attitudes towards humans.

Of course, these are just words for now; the primary task is to resolve the troubles in Kyoto.

The two arrived at the Kakeruin residence without stopping, where security was tight. Fortunately, both Yukiteru and Ryougi Shiki had been here before, and most people had seen them, so they were allowed to pass after being informed.

Upon entering, they were greeted by the former head of the Kakaiin family and Kakaiin Ryuji.

"So you've finally arrived? It seems we're not too late. We'll have to trouble you this time, Patriarch Liangyi, and young brother Xuehui." The old patriarch's expression relaxed slightly upon seeing the two, but he still remained somewhat gloomy.

The pressure from Hagoromo Gitsune was considerable. She also had a group of powerful yokai under her command who had appeared out of nowhere. Meanwhile, the powerful onmyoji of the Keikain family were all guarding their own seals, and their forces were weak and outnumbered, with several of them already broken.

Ryougi Shiki didn't mince words when she saw the other party, and asked directly, "We came here to help, but before that, where are Saeko and Yomi?"

"Don't worry, they're fine. The white snake next to them unleashed its power at a crucial moment. It's just that Saeko Busujima's injuries were a bit more serious, and she's resting now. Yomi's injuries are alright, and she's already able to move around. Let's go, I'll take you there."

As he spoke, the old patriarch gave instructions to Long Er beside him, telling him to worry about the remaining Onmyoji in the family, while he himself led Ryougi Shiki and Izayama Yomi towards the inner courtyard.

As he walked, Xuehui's expression was not good: "Saeko-nee's strength is definitely not low, and with Yomi-nee and Ruri also involved, how could they have suffered such serious injuries?"

Although Yukiteru hadn't seen Saeko Busujima since Christmas Eve, only knowing that she was on missions everywhere, he would never forget what she had said that night.

【Yukiteru-kun, you're the only one I've ever truly liked. The women of the Busujima family are all very loyal.】

Unfortunately, Xuehui couldn't be faithful to only one person, and their conversation ended without a conclusion.

The old patriarch of the Kakaiin family was unaware of Xuehui's inner thoughts. He walked ahead and said, "To be honest, we didn't expect things to turn out this way. A sealing point was besieged by more than 20 demons, including several powerful ones who were close to being great demons. We can only say that it was fortunate that these two were there that our losses were minimized. Don't worry too much. Our best healers used the best medicine, and the wounds won't leave any aftereffects. They just won't be able to move for a short time."

Upon hearing this, Xuehui's expression softened slightly.

Finally, the three arrived at a small courtyard, where two Onmyoji guarding the entrance respectfully welcomed them inside.

"This is it. The child is resting." Upon arriving at a room, the old patriarch knocked on the door.

"Please come in." Saeko Busujima's voice came through the phone. Although she was still a little weak, at least she was safe.

The three of them pushed open the door and went inside.

Inside the luxuriously decorated guest room, Saeko Busujima was wearing a coat, leaning against the headboard, holding a book in her hand. Bandages were visible around her neck.

Looking up, even though she was prepared, Saeko Busujima couldn't help but laugh when she saw the two people standing at the door: "Teacher, and Yukiteru-kun, I'm sorry to have worried you."

"Are you feeling alright?" Ryougi Shiki rushed into the room, her steps quick and efficient, arriving before Saeko Busujima. Though her words remained calm, her actions clearly revealed her concern. It was understandable; Saeko had been by Ryougi Shiki's side since she was ten, practically like another daughter.

Saeko Busujima, who was very familiar with Ryougi Shiki, was also deeply moved. She shook her head and said, "It's just that the wound needs time to heal, so you can't move around anymore."

"It's alright, leave the rest to me and the teacher. You can rest assured and get some rest, Saeko-nee." Saeko then walked over, sat on the edge of the bed, and gently placed her hand on Saeko Busujima's shoulder, checking her over as she blushed slightly.

"I've lost a lot of blood and I'm still very weak. Tell me, who injured me?"

After the inspection was completed, Yukiteru looked at Saeko Busujima with a serious expression.

Regardless of their future relationship, they are still family. Since they were hurt, they must get their revenge.

Hearing Yukiteru's words, Saeko Busujima raised her still-movable right hand and pressed it against her left chest, saying with lingering fear, "Among those monsters, there were several with very strong swordsmanship, one middle-aged man and one young man. Moreover, they seemed to have been enhanced. At first, I could handle them, but in an instant, they suddenly unleashed extraordinary speed and power. If it weren't for Ruri's timely intervention, that sword would have pierced through my heart."

"Middle-aged man... Kidomaru? Well, that guy's strength should be about equal to Saeko's, but with Saeko's Muramasa, even with an extra helper, Saeko can still easily overpower them. So he really did something underhanded, a surprise attack?" Yukiteru narrowed his eyes, thinking of the monster he had injured before, Kidomaru. As for the other young monster, he didn't recognize him and didn't pay him any attention.

"Even if they have to resort to force, they still want to deal with Saeko? It seems they want to get rid of this outside helper as soon as possible." Through Saeko Busujima's explanation, Ryougi Shiki also understood.

"Then, let's rest for a bit, and then head straight to the remaining sealing points."

Soon, Ryougi Shiki set her next action goals.

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Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

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Chapter 283: You're the one who hurt our little sister?

A few minutes after Saeko Busujima arrived, Yomi Isayama and Ruri also entered. Ruri was carrying a tray, and the aroma wafting from the bowl on it indicated that it contained specially prepared medicinal soup.

"Ah, teacher, and Yukiteru-kun, you arrived so quickly!"

Seeing Ryougi Shiki and Yukiteru in the room, Yomi Isayama finally breathed a sigh of relief. She had been very worried about Saeko Busujima's serious injury.

Yomi Isayama was in much better condition than Saeko Busujima; aside from having two bandages on her face, she only had a wound on her right arm.

After Saeko Dokushima drank the herbal medicine and fell asleep again, Ryougi Shiki and Yukiteru went to their respective rooms to rest and recharge for the upcoming operation.

The yokai of Kyoto always carry out their operations at midnight, which is the most comfortable time for them to act and when their fighting power is at its strongest. Conversely, daytime is when the sealing power of the sealing points is at its strongest, making it unsuitable for them to operate.

"However, judging from this, in another two days, these monsters will be able to move around Kyoto with impunity."

Lying in bed, watching the sky outside the window gradually become shrouded in mist, Xuehui sighed at the mischief these monsters could cause. If the entire area were to be shrouded in mist, this place would become a monster kingdom.

"Let's hurry up and deal with Hagoromo Gitsune and that Abe no Seimei."

Midnight.

After resting, Yukiteru and Ryougi Shiki, along with the assembled Onmyoji, split into two teams and headed to the two sealing points.

At Sōkū-ji Temple, Ryougi Shiki brought Kakeruin Yura to this sealing point.

Although Yura was initially a little uncomfortable with the taciturn head of the Ryougi family, she couldn't care less after seeing the situation at Sōkōji Temple.

"Why...why are there so many monsters?!"

Before them, outside the barrier of Xiangke Temple, countless yokai were gathering, and the first wave of yokai had already begun to break through the barrier. The Onmyoji inside the circle were also doing their best to defend.

At the same time, Yura Keikain also saw a figure that shouldn't have been there. The figure was dressed in the Keikain family's attire, with a strange, demonic sword attached to its right hand, and the left side of its face seemed to have been transformed into a demon.

"Brother Qiufang...how could this be..."

"Akifusa? That Akifusa from the Hanakagein family, who's good at making demon swords?" Ryougi Shiki raised an eyebrow. She could tell that the guy in the distance seemed to be possessed by something.

Yura nodded and explained, "Brother Akifusa used to guard the seal of Nijo Castle, but five days ago, the seal was inexplicably destroyed, all the Onmyoji were wiped out, and Brother Akifusa also disappeared. The strange things in Kyoto started from that time."

"Is that so?" Ryougi Shiki nodded, drew her Kuji Kanetada, and silently walked forward. "No matter what, just defeat them. You guys better watch yourselves."

After saying that, Ryougi Shiki tapped her feet, instantly activating the acceleration technique. Her eyes also flashed with a mysterious light as she charged directly towards the several giant monsters in front of her.

The monsters that were originally besieging the barrier also saw this reinforcement and sent some of their forces to attack this side.

"Everyone, activate your defensive spells, and begin chanting your offensive spells!" Seeing the battle begin, Yura immediately gave the order and took out a talisman to summon her shikigami.