Tokyo: Starting with the Shrine Maiden

They are at least much stronger than the average person.

Logically speaking, Tachibana Yui shouldn't feel tired while dancing.

Is it because of premature exposure to psychic powers?

Tachibana Yui had a difficult childhood, so she was forced to start training early.

This led to some stagnation in her height and personality.

"Haruhiko."

Tachibana Yui interrupted his thoughts, her face flushed as she said, "Sorry to keep you waiting."

"fine."

Haruhiko chuckled and said, "I wonder how many people envy me for being able to enjoy Aunt Mashiro's new song and dance in advance."

I like hearing that.

Upon hearing this, Tachibana Yui immediately felt a little smug. She slightly raised her chin and said with satisfaction.

"Owner."

Tsuchimikado Mari suddenly interjected, "You should rest and prepare; you're going on stage soon."

Haruhiko nodded upon hearing this.

A concert lasts for several hours and involves constant singing and dancing, which is quite tiring.

Although the singer is Tsuchimikado Mari.

Tachibana Yui did not refuse.

She instructed, "Mari, take Haruhiko to his seat."

"The master is in a good mood today."

Tsuchimikado Mari watched her light footsteps as she left, a slight smile curving her lips.

"Because it's her debut anniversary."

Haruhiko guessed, "She must be very happy to have so many fans supporting her."

"No."

Tsuchimikado Mari shook her head and said, "Fans are nothing but a heavy burden to her; she's only happy because of you."

How could it be a burden?

Haruhiko looked at her in surprise.

While fans do have some negative impact, for idols, the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.

Without fan support, they can only be minor idols or underground idols.

You can't make money that way.

Haruhiko thought of the former earth-bound spirit Nakano Reiko.

When she learned that she was a fan of hers, Tachibana Yui even made a special trip to see her.

With such an attitude, they actually say that fans are a burden.

And the word "heavy" was added.

It's really puzzling.

"You're too weak right now, so I can't tell you."

Mari Tsuchimikado was silent for two seconds before saying, "It's not that I don't believe you, but you have too many ways to make me tell the truth right now."

"Ah."

Haruhiko may be curious, but he's not ungrateful.

He speculated that this might be related to the core magic of the Tsuchimikado clan.

Once it becomes known, it becomes possible to crack the code.

It resembles Mina Utsunomiya's Tengo Jutsu.

The greater the power, the greater the influence.

Conversely, that is her weakness.

She had no power, which effectively nullified the spell.

However, this weakness is not fatal.

Tachibana Yui's situation might be more complicated.

“Mari-neechan, there’s something you might need to know.”

Haruhiko hesitated for a moment before deciding to tell her about the Yamata no Orochi.

In fact, Tachibana Yui and Tsuchimikado Mari would find out about this information sooner or later.

Because it's impossible to bypass them at the Takamagahara ruins.

However, knowing in advance has some advantages.

The tomb of Yamata no Orochi.

Needless to say, there are plenty of opportunities.

Being one step ahead may allow you to obtain the most precious things.

Of course, danger is also unavoidable.

Haruhiko hesitated because this matter concerned the Izumo Shrine.

However, Hoshino Rin did not say that it was necessary to keep it a secret.

Moreover, he suspected that other families might have already noticed.

Since Yamata no Orochi transformed into a divine messenger, it's impossible that he was merely a second-tier priest.

That would be too degrading.

There should be higher-level psionicists.

The Imperial Palace may have already been infiltrated.

"What is it?"

Mari Tsuchimikado noticed his unusual behavior and turned to look at him.

"The ruins of Takamagahara are the tombs of the gods."

Haruhiko carefully chose his words before speaking.

"You've also read the relevant records?"

Mari Tsuchimikado was not surprised.

Clearly, this statement is well-known to many large families.

However, because there has never been enough evidence, it is all just legend or record.

“Rin Hoshino and I killed a survivor; she was a divine messenger.”

Haruhiko said in a deep voice.

"you sure?"

Mari Tsuchimikado's expression changed.

"Ah."

Haruhiko nodded and said, "Something terrible may have happened inside the Takamagahara ruins."

Tsuchimikado Mari fell silent.

After a moment, she sighed and said, "This is really troublesome."

She and Hoshino Rin shared the same idea: once it was proven true, it would cause conflict among various parties.

"Young master, thank you for the information."

Tsuchimikado Mari bowed deeply.

"There's no need for such formalities."

Haruhiko turned to the side and subconsciously looked over, only to see the snow-capped mountain hanging down due to gravity.

He thought to himself that Tsuchimikado Mari shouldn't be called Mari, but Mashiro.

Swapping names would be more in line with the current situation.

Tsuchimikado Mari straightened up, her gaze meeting Haruhiko's.

She leaned closer and whispered in his ear, "If you can handle the master, then I'll let the little master do whatever he wants with me, whatever he wants."

The warm breath made Haruhiko feel a little uncomfortable.

But he no longer cared, because what Tsuchimikado Mari said was even more outrageous.

He was startled and said with an embarrassed laugh, "Mari-neechan, don't joke around."