Tokyo: My Hundred Demon Scroll

Of course, Gu Yun was just joking. He already had Jing Ke'ai and really didn't dare to provoke others again.

Those with feelings, who can't escape, are another matter.

But Higa Kotoko had only met him once, and they were far from being in a romantic relationship.

"Now that I've decided to be your friend, I can't just ignore your injuries."

“The old man once said that he would help those who deserve help,” Gu Yun said. “But in my opinion, Qinzi, you shouldn’t have to suffer such a fate.”

As for expressing gratitude or the like…

Gu Yun didn't mind lending a helping hand to those he respected: "If I ever encounter difficulties in the future, wouldn't it be great if you helped me once?"

Friendships are built on mutual help and support.

"Ok!"

Kotoko Higa wiped away her tears and tried her best to calm herself down.

When it comes to repaying a debt of gratitude, the shrine maiden truly has no other choice but to act.

A life-saving grace, a new lease on life.

How will she repay him?

Does this mean I really have to offer myself to him, packing up my whole body and giving it to him?

"So, Gu Yun, you really aren't coming out of seclusion?"

Kotoko Higa's previously extinguished feelings were reignited.

This time, however, she no longer used 'mission' and 'responsibility' to force the boys, but genuinely felt that Gu Yun should stand up and lead them.

Needless to say, Gu Yun's abilities are beyond question; the shrine maiden believes that Gu Yun alone could take down the ten famous sects that had been wiped out.

As for his character, there is no doubt about that.

If it were anyone else with such power, could they restrain themselves from doing whatever they wanted?

That self-discipline alone is admirable.

In conclusion, Higa Kotoko sincerely felt that Gu Yun should go with her to become the president of the Exorcist Association.

Regardless of what others think, Kotoko Higa is willing to follow the boy in front of her and create a new future with him.

In the eyes of the shrine maiden, becoming a retainer of Gu Yun and pledging allegiance to him was the only way she could think of to repay his kindness.

"Tsk, tsk, tsk."

"Kotoko, what happened to what we agreed on? Why are you going back on your word again?"

Gu Yun wasn't angry; it was just a joke.

"I, I just..."

Kotoko Higa wanted to explain, but couldn't find any reason.

"alright."

“That’s your choice,” Gu Yun said with a smile. “I won’t give my answer for now, but before that, I think you should discuss it with my mother first.”

Gu Yun is certainly not a mama's boy; it's just that Iijima Tamaki is too good at this kind of game.

"Hey?!"

Upon hearing the name Tamaki Iijima, Kotoko Higa instinctively felt a little guilty: "I... I think this is your business, Taniguchi, and you have the right to decide all of this!"

"is it?"

Gu Yun shrugged: "Although we fought, Miss Qinzi, there's something you need to know."

"what?"

"I'm still a minor!"

Seeing Higa Kotoko's blank expression, Gu Yun couldn't help but chuckle and said, "Anyway, let's wait for my lawyer, no, let's wait for my mother to arrive before discussing this matter."

Shifting the blame!

Gu Yun unhesitatingly pushed the trouble onto her mother.

Tamaki Iijima: As Tanigumo's guardian, you can talk to me about anything.

The decision-maker in the Iijima family has always been Gu Yun.

But whenever Gu Yun needs her, his mother will unhesitatingly become his shield: 'I will never give up little Gu Yun to you!'

Tamaki Iijima said that she had finally outlived one snail named Iijima, but now so many monsters and demons have come out to fight her for her son.

Unforgivable!

I, Tamaki Iijima, swear to fight against evil forces to the very end!

Chapter 110 The Abe Family's Repeated Moves

"Hu~~"

After the duel ended, Gu Yun dispelled the barrier, allowing the onlookers outside to see the state of the two.

Gu Yun walked in front, with Higa Kotoko close behind.

"Everyone, we're done fighting."

With a wave of his hand, Gu Yunyi caused the black and white colors in the painting to fade away.

By the time everyone realized what was happening, they were already back in the Iijima family's living room.

The floor was smooth, the dojo was bright and spacious, and outside the door, flowers bloomed in the sunlight and birds chirped.

The duel between the two did not last long, only about half an hour in total.

"I'm sorry to bother you all."

Kotoko Higa bowed to Tamaki Iijima and Shiro Tsubagi: "I have benefited greatly from exchanging ideas with Mr. Tanigumo. I would like to express my gratitude to the Iijima family."

"So what's going on?"

"Who's winning?"

Jing Ke sat up, her head constantly tilting back, trying to see Gu Yun's expression.

Although Gu Yun hadn't participated in the previous battle between the two, the shikigami's demonic arts and Higa Kotoko's barrier techniques had truly broadened his horizons.

In response, Hiratsuka Shizuka realized the enormous gap between them.

If every exorcist is as powerful as Higa Kotoko, and all the monsters are at the level of the Tanigumo family's shikigami, then she shouldn't be courting death.

'Or, should we ask Gu Yun afterwards?'

Hiratsuka Shizuka had never seen a real demon, but she felt that Tanigumo should know.

Gu Yun: As expected of Xiao Jing, she has a great sense of self-awareness.

That's right, my strength is nothing in the exorcism world. There are many people more powerful than me everywhere.

So if I see you courting death, I'll spank you until your butt is raw!

"Tie."

Higa Kotoko glanced at Gu Yun, who smiled and nodded: "I have also benefited greatly from sparring with Miss Kotoko."

"Furthermore, our strengths are evenly matched, making it difficult to determine a winner."

"In order to avoid any accidents and hurt each other, we chose to end in a draw."

This was Gu Yun's explanation, but only Iijima Tamaki, Hiratsuka Shizuka, and Ashiya Michima believed it.

As for Tsubagi and Miyako, both top-tier exorcists, they could easily see through the current situation.

From beginning to end, Gu Yun's painting of the sky never faded.

Although he blocked everyone's view afterward, Gu Yun's spiritual power remained stable.

On the contrary, Kotoko Higa's aura fluctuated greatly, as if her spiritual power was out of control.

"Kotoko lost."

Miyako used magic to convey her thoughts to Tsubaki Shiro: "It seems you suffered a crushing defeat."

"Ah."

Tsubagi didn't know this kind of magic; he just smiled and nodded.

The result was exactly as Tsubagi had expected, and look at Higa Kotoko's grateful expression.

Clearly, Gu Yun had helped her solve a great deal of trouble.

“But Kotani Yun is really amazing,” Miyako said. “Judging from Kotoko’s appearance, he has completely subdued her.”

That's not surprising at all.

Miyako knew Gu Yun's personality very well. As long as you didn't threaten his family, this child would be like a little angel, leaving you with no faults.

He will satisfy everyone, whether it's making up for regrets or saving the future.

Miyako was the same in this respect.

If it weren't for Gu Yun, she would probably be dead by now, and she wouldn't have a happy and fulfilling life.

Therefore, Miyako can understand Higa Kotoko's feelings.

They wanted to find an opportunity to repay Gu Yun, but found that he didn't seem to have any use for them.

"What a useless woman..."

Miyako murmured something that sounded like self-mockery, and Higa Kotoko looked at her as if she sensed something: "Miyako-senpai."

"Kotoko, how are you feeling?"

"Teacher Gu Yun is truly a virtuous and talented sorcerer, worthy of admiration."

Higa Kotoko knew that the two had guessed the outcome of the magical duel, but now was not the time to chat with them.

Because on the side, a certain female demon king was already eager to try and was ready for a fierce battle.

"what's the situation?"