Tentacle Monster Conquest Manual

Outside the door, Tsubakihara Yuuji, who had just walked out of the room, still looked very uncomfortable. Tsubakihara Nina, who was standing next to him, gave him a serious look and said, "Yuuji, your attitude just now was a bit strange."

My attitude? Strange?

“I just think… I think that person is a bit suspicious,” Tsubakihara Yuuji frowned, glancing into Nina’s deep eyes, somewhat avoiding her gaze, and looked away as he said, “It would be dangerous for him to be alone with Aunt Mira, and Aunt Mira is still sick—”

Hearing this, Tsubakihara Nina didn't understand at all. "He knows Mom, doesn't he? Or do you think Mom is the kind of naive and innocent person who has no defenses or vigilance towards outsiders?"

That seems to be true. Tsubakihara Yuji couldn't refute it. Aunt Mira was certainly not the kind of simple person. On the contrary, she had quite a few tricks and methods. Logically speaking, he should be able to rest assured. But... why did he feel so uncomfortable?

Yuuji Tsubakihara also fell into deep thought. Seeing them chatting happily made him feel a little uncomfortable. Could it be that he had feelings for Aunt Mira...? Realizing something, Yuuji Tsubakihara quickly composed himself.

I felt a sense of relief. Aunt Mira... she's not your average housewife. She won't be fooled by outsiders. Maybe I'm just overthinking things. Maybe they're not the kind of relationship I'm imagining.

Compared to Mu Xiaoxiao, I'm usually closer to Aunt Mila.

Yuuji Tsubakihara thought to himself with a bit of joy. However, the relaxed Yuuji Tsubakihara was unaware that in Mira's bedroom, the Aunt Mira, whom he saw as someone who wouldn't be deceived by outsiders, who had a sharp mind, and who was closer to him, was experiencing feelings of shame and wavering under Mu Xiaoxiao's hands.

A warm hand was placed on her forehead, touching the beautiful young woman's skin. Tsubakihara Mira didn't know what was wrong with her. Her heart was beating a little fast, her face was flushed, and her whole body was burning up.

As Mu Xiaoxiao's scent wafted towards them and entered their noses, these sensations intensified.

Tsubakihara Mira is not someone who can be easily swayed. As a woman who has struggled in the industry and fought openly and secretly with those chaebols, without brains and methods, she would have been devoured long ago. She has a very strong inner strength.

But something was wrong today. This inner turmoil, this inexplicable palpitation, and this rare sense of dependence left Mira in disbelief.

How could I have developed such a dependency?

"Why have I become so strange? Why... is it because I'm sick?" Mira seemed to realize something. Was it because she had become vulnerable after being sick that she felt so safe with Mu Jun and developed an attachment to him?

When you're sick, you always become more vulnerable, and no one is an exception. Besides, Mira is ultimately a sensitive woman. She knew about the changes in herself, but she couldn't stop them. She could only try her best to restrain herself and not show it.

Try to focus your attention on the light in your palm.

Mu Xiaoxiao was unaware of Mrs. Mira's changing mood. He continued to press his hand against the beautiful woman's smooth forehead, his palm radiating a warm light. Unlike with Miss Managi, Mu Xiaoxiao was now using a true healing ability—[Healing Light].

After all, the problem with the God's Tongue had nothing to do with illness, and she hadn't used her Healing Light since she treated Ling Nai. Now it could come in handy. Mu Xiaoxiao was treating Lady Mira and also sensing her physical condition.

"It was indeed affected by some kind of supernatural force, but it's not quite like the urban legends," Mu Xiaoxiao felt that it didn't seem like an urban legend or any other similar evil spirit, but she really didn't know what it was, and she hadn't even found the source.

It's been hidden quite well.

As for Mira's condition, her body is quite healthy, and the hospital's examination showed no problems. Only her mental state was affected, which is why she had headaches and why the examination couldn't find anything wrong. At this moment, Mu Xiaoxiao was using her healing light to treat the lady's mental state.

Seeing her blank expression, Mu Xiaoxiao raised an eyebrow. "Miss Mira? Mrs. Mira? Did you hear what I said?"

"Huh? I, I heard it," Tsubakihara Mira looked away a little embarrassedly. She was too ashamed to admit that she had been somewhat mesmerized by that warm light. After glancing at the light above her head a few more times, she sighed and said, "I never imagined that you, Mu-kun, would have such a special power. Risa, too, you've been hiding it so well."

Heart fluttering—

"This is the first time I've encountered such an extraordinary being. Mu-kun, who exactly are you?" Tsubakihara Mira found that her curiosity about Mu Xiaoxiao was deepening, and she wanted to find out more.

"Your health is more important than who I am, isn't it?" Mu Xiaoxiao rolled her eyes.

"It's okay, I believe in you," Tsubakihara Mira smiled broadly, her fox-like eyes teasingly fixed on the boy beside her. "And judging from how relaxed you are, Mu-kun, you should be able to solve my problem, right?"

"Mrs. Mira, are you trying to provoke me?" Mu Xiaoxiao sneered and pinched the beautiful young woman's cheek. This action stunned Mira, who then quickly reacted, glaring angrily at Mu Xiaoxiao, trying her best not to reveal her shame and panic.

He actually... It's been so many years since anyone has pinched my cheek so intimately, this naughty boy!

“I can indeed cure you, but there’s a problem. I don’t know where the source is, and we’ll encounter it again sooner or later,” Mu Xiaoxiao glanced around the room, not noticing Mira’s subtle changes in expression. “At that time, your daughter might also be affected.”

Tsubakihara Mira's expression changed, disregarding the previous ambiguous atmosphere, "Then what should we do?"

"The only way is to find out... um?"

For some reason, as if inspiration had suddenly struck, Mu Xiaoxiao shifted his body slightly, and a white shadow flew out from under Tsubakihara Mira's bed, shooting towards Mu Xiaoxiao, but he managed to dodge it by shifting his body!

Buzz————

The shadows in the sunlight were a bit blurry, and neither Mu Xiaoxiao nor Mira could see them clearly because they were moving too fast. However, Mu Xiaoxiao leaned to the side again and dodged the shadow that was rushing towards her from behind without even turning her head.

It's as if they have eyes in the back of their heads.

In fact, Mu Xiaoxiao didn't know why she made this movement. It seemed to be an instinct. Then she realized that it might be the effect of [Super Intuition]. After a brief thought, she focused her attention on the ghostly figure in front of her.

The blurry shadow seemed to have no substance, yet it seemed to be able to touch me. Its outline resembled a human. However, what was even stranger was that I couldn't sense its presence at all if it hadn't appeared.

"Little Flower, what is this?"

“I don’t know, Xiaoxiao, I’ve never seen one either,” Hanako appeared above the boy’s head, equally astonished. “It’s definitely not an urban ghost, but it doesn’t look like an ordinary ghost either.”

The ghostly figure was about to pounce, but upon seeing the ghostly girl appear, it immediately stopped and glanced at her.

Tsubakihara Mira stared at the eerie shadows in the sunlight, then glanced at Hanako. Her mind went blank. She lay silently on the bed, receiving this information while secretly observing them with her eyes.

Yes, no wonder he sent his daughter away; these secrets are indeed not easy to expose.

And then there's Mu Jun, who actually has a ghost girl by his side. Compared to the ghostly figure whose appearance is unclear, Hanako's cute appearance is much clearer, so it doesn't feel scary at all. And look at that ghostly figure.

The thought that this thing was hidden in the house sent a chill down Mira’s spine. Her own illness was a minor concern; her real worry was that the children might get hurt. But now that Mu Jun was here, there should be no danger, right?

"And it seemed very hostile towards you, little one."

"Hate?" Mu Xiaoxiao frowned. He also felt that this ghostly figure was paying close attention to him. Perhaps it sensed a threat. Seeing it rush towards him for the third time, this time he neither dodged nor avoided it, deciding to test the guy's abilities.

boom----!

She clearly felt something hit her, something with a physical form? After hitting her, the thing quickly flew away and crashed to the ground. Mu Xiaoxiao looked down at her body and found it completely unaffected and unharmed.

"oops--!"

They even heard faint screams.

"Little one?" Hanako looked at her owner nervously. "Why didn't you move away?"

I'm worried he might be in danger.

“The fact that Hyperintuition gave no warning means there’s no threat,” Mu Xiaoxiao touched her chest. “Besides, this guy is weaker than I thought; he doesn’t seem to be injured at all.”

"Huh? No way? But I feel a special energy about her, it seems really strong." Hanako tried to get closer to the ghostly figure, but shuddered. "And as soon as I get close, my body starts to tremble instinctively, it seems like it can threaten me."

Mu Xiaoxiao became curious. This was the first time he had ever made Hanako feel scared or threatened. He walked casually to the side of the humanoid ghost. The latter did not move away but remained sitting on the ground, as if it was also observing him.

Mu Xiaoxiao rolled her eyes, then drew the curtains to block out the sunlight. In the dim room, the shadow became more solid, and Mu Xiaoxiao could even vaguely see its face and body.

"Can we communicate?" Mu Xiaoxiao asked.

"Ho ho ho ho..."

A low, chilling laugh sent Hanako cowering behind Mu Xiaoxiao in terror. Lady Mira swallowed hard, but Mu Xiaoxiao paid no heed. "Speak properly! I know you can communicate; I heard you just now—"

As he spoke, he reached out and grabbed the ghostly figure in front of him.

The next second, Mu Xiaoxiao felt something soft in her palm...

Its eerie, grotesque laugh abruptly ceased, as if it had fallen into a daze. Then, the blurry shadow stared even more intently, revealing its body and face.

With her long, silver-gray hair, exquisitely beautiful yet somewhat gloomy face, and gorgeous gothic dress, the ghostly figure that revealed her true face plunged the room into deathly silence. Tsubakihara Mira never expected her to be such a cute little girl.

Mu Xiaoxiao was surprised that she had placed her hand on her chest; no wonder it felt so soft.

She—no, she hadn't expected to be taken advantage of either. Looking down at the boy's hand, her previously gloomy, cold smile vanished, replaced by a bewildered expression. Then, her face flushed red, and she forced a look of shame and indignation, exclaiming, "Pervert!!"

Mu Xiaoxiao: "..."

written request for leave

An elderly relative passed away, so I've been quite busy these past few days, including keeping vigil. I'll be taking a few days off and will catch up on the update at the end of the month.

Updates will resume the day after tomorrow.

Tonight is the last night. I'm going home tomorrow, and updates will resume the day after tomorrow. After that, I'll add extra updates every day~~~~

Chapter 298 Hanako’s natural enemy, Yashiki boy

The room fell into deathly silence.

Lying on the bed, the sickly beauty, Mrs. Mira, looked at Mu Xiaoxiao with a strange expression. The ghostly girl, whose sensitive chest had been touched, looked ashamed and indignant. Even the ghostly girl, Hanako, stared at the boy who had taken advantage of her with a look of astonishment.

A certain light shone in his astonished eyes, as if to say—Master, you are actually this kind of person?!

The atmosphere in the silent room was subtle.

"No way! What's with all those expressions?!" Mu Xiaoxiao quickly withdrew her hands, clutching her head in frustration. "And Hanako! Why are you getting cheeky too? How was I supposed to know this ghost was a person?! No, this isn't a person, it's clearly a ghost!!"

"This is a complete misunderstanding, a misunderstanding, okay! It was just a coincidence—and that's not the point right now!"

Mu Xiaoxiao's face turned red as she shouted, finally bringing Mira back to her senses. The widow of the Tsubakihara family carefully examined the rather cute long-haired little girl on the floor. Not only was she cute and pretty, but her clothes were also in a gorgeous gothic style.

A cute gothic lolita.

After Mu Xiaoxiao withdrew her hand, the ghostly little girl returned to her original cold expression. Although she was very cute, the gloomy and indifferent temperament of this little girl was a bit scary, and she was very different from a real human girl.

It makes sense when you think about it; ghosts, after all, are certainly not benevolent people.

Her body was also chilly. Not to mention Mira, even Hanako hid behind Mu Xiaoxiao, curling up, seemingly a little afraid of this cold little girl. However, she looked a bit gloomy.

However, his eyes kept glancing at Mu Xiaoxiao, as if he cared about the boy.

“Mira’s illness is caused by her, I’m sure of it—” Mu Xiaoxiao withdrew her hand, but did not leave the girl in front of her. Seeing her kneeling on the ground in a weak and powerless posture, the boy tilted his head, “Hey, I’m not wrong, am I?”

"Hehehehe————"

The little girl's chilling laughter was tinged with an eeriness. "Yes, it's me."

She admitted it.

“Who made this human body so fragile?” The girl’s gray eyes stared straight at Mu Xiaoxiao, not even glancing at her when they were talking about Mira. “She has your aura on her. I thought she could withstand my power.”

Mu Xiaoxiao: "???"

I understand the meaning of each word you say, but I can't understand it when they're put together.

Tsubakihara Mira also cast a bewildered glance at Mu Xiaoxiao, indicating that she was completely confused. Only Hanako, who was hiding behind Mu Xiaoxiao, had a glint in her eye. "You mean, your goal from the very beginning was the master?!"

"Eh?"

So, Tsubakihara Mira was implicated from the very beginning? This little girl possessed her body because of me? But I've never seen her before. Although this little girl looks somewhat familiar, Mu Xiaoxiao frowned and fell into thought.

"Although I know that Master has a very attractive aura, this woman must have gotten this aura from coming into contact with Master..." Hanako pouted, "So all you did was to lure Master out?"

After Hanako finished speaking, her expression became even more serious, and she stared at her while suppressing her horror. "I've lived for a very long time and I know a lot about urban legends and ghosts, but I've never seen a ghost like you before."

Compared to Sadako, who was born not long ago, and the eerie Tomie, Hanako, although an urban legend, has been a ghost for a long time, decades, and has a considerable understanding of the ghosts and monsters of this country.

And this strange girl in front of me is someone I've never seen before!

Despite having no fighting ability whatsoever, it gave Hanako a terrifying feeling, making her tremble with fear...