Tokyo: My Hundred Demon Scroll

One's spiritual character is determined at birth and can hardly be changed later in life, unless one uses a means such as reincarnation.

Reincarnation and changing one's destiny—is this something an ordinary exorcist can access?

Of those present, only a handful knew that one could improve their aptitude by rebirth and using the new life to reset their spiritual status.

Such secrets have always been taboo, held by a select few.

Of course, the Gu Yun family's quest for fragrance also has the ability to enhance one's spiritual level.

The problem is, Gu Yun doesn't intend to get involved.

Interfering in other people's lives is like forcibly arranging their fate, and Gu Yun doesn't have that strong a desire for control.

All they can do is provide exorcists with a ladder to progress and a stage to enjoy the quality of life.

We shouldn't do too many unnecessary things.

"The scientific exorcism course will train a group of excellent paranormal researchers for us."

"In addition to these, there are also special exorcists who rely solely on physical skills."

The Ubuyashiki and Daigo families had already discussed this with Higa Kotoko: "The threshold for breathing techniques is not high. Even if you are not very talented, as long as you are willing to work hard, you can still get started."

Breathing techniques have both an exaggerated upper and lower limit.

The pinnacle of the upper limit is to see through the world, to understand the essence of the material world with human senses.

Such power is enough to make up for the lack of the ability to 'see ghosts'.

However, the difficulty of opening the Transparent World is extremely high. Ordinary people could cultivate breathing techniques for a lifetime and still not reach this level.

"For those who practice breathing techniques, we can establish two brand-new exorcism professions: Swordsman and Martial Artist."

"The Daigo family's prosthetic limb modifications and attachment to resentment are called 'Taimanin'."

Kotoko Higa quickly determined the new disciplines: "The three only apply to tangible things, with swordsmen and martial artists protecting exorcists in battle."

"As for the demon ninjas..." Higa Kotoko paused for a moment, then continued, "they will act as supervisors of exorcists to prevent anyone from abusing spiritual power."

"!!!"

"How...how can this be?"

"We would never do such a thing!"

The exorcists were quite dissatisfied with the association's 'oversight'.

Higa Kotoko's attitude was very clear: the Onmyōryō would recruit ordinary people without spiritual abilities and provide them with the means to deal with supernatural beings through disciplines such as paranormal research, swordsmanship, martial arts, and anti-demon ninja.

Furthermore, these individuals do not have an absolute restraining relationship with exorcists.

No matter how powerful exorcists are, they are still just mortals.

Humans, being made of flesh and blood, will die if they are killed.

Chapter 276 Yin-Yang Bureau

Ordinary people getting involved in exorcisms is not a new phenomenon.

Folklorists are exorcists without the ability to cast spells, and they are at the very bottom of the exorcism world.

But now, Kotoko Higa plans to vigorously support those without abilities.

To be honest, many exorcists don't understand the point of what she's doing.

After all, Higa Kotoko herself is an exorcist, so she should naturally stand on their side.

"What about the quantity?"

Unusually, Midori raised a question.

Midori had heard Higa Kotoko mention the Exorcist Academy before, but she was somewhat worried about the involvement of ordinary people in the exorcism world.

"I understand what Senior Cui is worried about."

"Please rest assured," Kotoko said with a smile, "I will not let things get out of control."

What is the essential difference between psychics and those without psychic abilities?

Even if exorcists have their own ideas about this, they probably wouldn't be able to pinpoint the key point.

Only strong individuals like Midori, Yoh Asakura, and Tanigumo know that those without abilities are aware of the potential dangers of the supernatural world.

Curses and resentment.

The origins of demons are quite diverse.

In theory, any person, thing, or event that incorporates a sufficient amount of curse has a certain probability of transforming into or giving birth to a demon.

Making a group of ordinary people into exorcists, regardless of the method, will greatly increase the birth rate of demons.

The more powerful a person is, the more susceptible they are to the temptations of this corrupt world.

An unhappy life, the pain of losing someone important, the hatred of being abandoned and betrayed.

If they take one wrong step, they could fall into the path of Asura.

In contrast, psychics, because they are born with a spiritual essence, are resistant to curses and are not easily demonized.

Even if things truly reach an insurmountable point, as long as one maintains their individuality through spiritual means, there is still hope to rely on divine power to restore them to their original state.

"We must take this seriously, Kotoko."

As a war priestess, Midori possesses purifying power comparable to that of a god.

Her Shikon Jewel is a supreme treasure specifically designed to counter curses and resentment.

It can be said that among everyone present, apart from Gu Yun, no one understood the horror of evil thoughts better than her.

However, since Kotoko had decided to try to forge a new path, Midori couldn't very well object.

"If it really comes to an irreversible point."

Cui Zi's words sent a shiver down everyone's spine: "I will intervene..."

The strongest priestess in history—Midori.

Anyone who isn't afraid of being burned to ashes by the pure purifying power is free to challenge the majesty of Japan's number one shrine maiden.

"Ah."

"Please, Senior Midori."

As Higa Kotoko continued, she added, "The new association will be located in the same place as the Bureau of Onmyō, and the latter's location is precisely where the Iijima family is building a new academy in Tokyo!"

"This...this means that the new association address has been confirmed as being in Tokyo?"

"The Yin-Yang Bureau, that new academy even has one?"

"Doesn't this mean the children will have to go to school there?"

"What about their identities? Won't ordinary people notice?"

Faced with these questions, Higa Kotoko was already prepared. She put forward three key points: "Midori-senpai and Asakura-senpai will be stationed at the association as vice chairpersons of the Exorcist Academy (Onmyo-ryo).

Why is he the vice chairman instead of the chairman?

Neither of them was good at management, so the position of chairman was naturally handed over to Nao Hayasaka.

To put it simply, these two are stationed at the Onmyodo (Bureau of Yin and Yang) to protect the association and the Onmyodo and prevent any unexpected situations from occurring.

The strongest Onmyoji, the strongest Shrine Maiden.

Even Gu Yun would probably have a headache with such a combination without relying on shikigami.

"The Yin-Yang Bureau is established in a hidden village parallel to the real world in order to avoid conflicts with ordinary students."

"In addition, so that children can receive a good education, develop in an all-round way, and have more possibilities."

Kotoko Higa said, "The Bureau of Onmyōryō will adopt a self-selection model."

What is the "self-selection mode"?

The exorcist with a younger relative in the family has already made up his mind to send the child to the Yin-Yang Bureau for training.

With Yoh Asakura and Midori around, there's definitely no need to worry about the child's safety.

Kotoko Higa is also a successor of the Dao Fan lineage and a leader in the supernatural world. Following her would be more beneficial than harmful.

Not to mention, the school itself was founded by the Iijima family.

The Iijima family reigned supreme in the secular world, and these sorcerers must have known the reasons that ordinary people could not see.

Clearly, the new college was blessed by the gods.

Even if mortals do nothing, as long as they receive the blessings of the gods, they will greatly benefit in the future.

"Learning magic and supernatural knowledge will not take too much time."

"Practice sessions can be arranged after class through clubs."

Kotoko Higa wanted to create a new teaching model that combined regular compulsory education with exorcism instruction.

During the day, students can enjoy the campus life of ordinary people.

After school, they can join special clubs, such as the Paranormal Club, the Ancient Swordplay Club, the Ancient Fist Club, and so on, and then use these clubs to travel to the Yin-Yang Bureau located in the Hidden Village.

"The descendants of exorcists do not necessarily have to become exorcists themselves."

"They should have their own ideas."

Kotoko Higa said, "If they don't want to, then provide them with a learning environment like that of ordinary people."

Entering the Yin-Yang Bureau for study is entirely up to one's own will; the Exorcist Association will not force anyone.

The new academy exists precisely to prevent people from wasting their energy on exorcisms, which could lead to problems with their studies.

“After discussing with the Iijima family,” Higa Kotoko said, “students who choose to become exorcists will receive bonus points at different levels of colleges, lowering the threshold for them to enter higher education institutions.”

Of course, the so-called 'different levels' here does not refer to his talent in the field of exorcism.

Otherwise, such a condition would be somewhat like forcing children to strive to become exorcists.

In fact, the better a student's grades are, the fewer bonus points they receive.

Because they don't need diplomas or further studies from the University of Tokyo or Kyoto University, they can join the Exorcist Association and start working after graduating from high school.