Tokyo: Starting with the Shrine Maiden

The seven puppets immediately dispersed, forming a cylindrical formation, and their psionic energy transformed into sharp edges, sweeping over them all.

Haruhiko used seven spirit feather talismans again.

The seven puppets were hit in the knees by another arrow.

This time it was more serious than the last, creating a clear gap in the encirclement of sword light.

Haruhiko took a step back to the left and charged forward, immediately breaking through the second wave of attacks.

"Haruhiko, are you from some prestigious family?"

The middle-aged man couldn't help but glance at him and ask.

"No."

Hoshino Rin shook her head and said.

In fact, she was also surprised.

"That's an amazing eye."

The middle-aged man remarked with considerable emotion.

If you're not from a large family, you're unlikely to be exposed to the Five-Round Sword Dance beforehand.

This indicates it's pure talent.

In the history of the University of Tokyo, there have been students who possessed a kind of absolute inspiration.

It means having an unimaginable sensitivity to psychic energy.

It possesses exceptional potential in areas such as magic arrays, talismans, spirit tool forging, and sword dance formations.

Of course, this doesn't mean that Haruhiko possesses absolute inspiration.

But their eyesight is indeed quite good.

It is truly rare to be able to perceive the true weakness of the Five Rings Sword Dance in such a short time.

"The fifth round."

The middle-aged man stared intently at the changes taking place in the arena.

Hoshino Rin's heart skipped a beat.

The sword dance formation is actually the least favorable for priests.

Because the priest is a ranged class.

In addition, the incantation of spells takes time.

Those who lack experience are easily disoriented when they get too close, which can lead to complete defeat.

The reason why Hoshino Rin was able to pass the fifth round so easily is due to her twin inheritance, which automatically halves the chanting speed.

But Haruhiko's performance in the previous four rounds has raised her expectations again.

Seven puppets brandished their twin swords simultaneously, densely packed together, spinning like giant millstones, sealing off all space.

The enemy is so densely packed that it's impossible to use the Spirit Feather Talisman, as it's impossible to get close enough to them.

But the previous four rounds of attacks were enough.

Priest·Blazing Sun!

Haruhiko calmly began to sing.

Just as the sword shadows were about to annihilate him, a scorching sun rose.

The psionic energy transformed into shockwaves that spread outwards.

The seven puppets froze on the spot, then fell backward in unison.

Their knees were worn down to the extreme.

The middle-aged man stared blankly at the scene.

It took him a moment to come to his senses.

"What a genius."

The middle-aged man quickly stepped forward and said, "Please be sure to consider Senior Brother Akita Michihiro. He will offer you the most generous terms, guaranteed to satisfy you!"

Normally, Hoshino Rin is more popular.

But given her noble birth, her mentor was probably already chosen long ago.

It's not Akita Michihiro's turn.

However, Haruhiko was different; he was just an ordinary commoner.

Well, at least that's how it appears on the surface.

"I will think about it."

Haruhiko casually replied.

"Your clearance time is two minutes."

The middle-aged man took a deep breath and said, "It ranks among the top twenty in the history of the University of Tokyo."

Haruhiko raised an eyebrow.

It wasn't that he was dissatisfied, but rather that he had surpassed Hoshino Rin this time.

Congratulations.

Hoshino Rin stepped forward and said with a smile, "As a reward, I'll treat you to dinner later."

She didn't feel jealous; on the contrary, she was quite happy.

With such talent, Haruhiko will go even further in the future.

I finally managed to surpass you once, and this is it?

Haruhiko thought for a moment and said, "Okay."

"Both students have passed the test."

The middle-aged man coughed lightly, drawing their attention back, and said, "Please go back and wait for your acceptance letter."

"Okay, thank you teacher."

Haruhiko and Hoshino Rin said in unison.

The two turned and left.

The middle-aged man stroked his chin.

This Haruhiko is pretty amazing.

It seems that he has even won over the young lady of the Izumo Shrine.

Unfortunately, it was all in vain.

"I'm not used to not having to go to class yet."

Hoshino Rin stretched.

As she moved, the hem of her dress rose, revealing a section of her fair waist.

Passing the entrance exam for the University of Tokyo is equivalent to graduating from high school, and you can start your vacation immediately.

There will probably be a week-long holiday.

Not too many, not too few.

"Classes will resume soon."

Haruhiko chuckled and teased, "Besides, university classes are quite troublesome, so don't cry when the time comes."

"Hey, you underestimate me, don't you?"

Hoshino Rin raised her hand, clenched her fist, and said proudly, "I've never cried since I was a child, no matter what the situation is."

"You didn't cry when you were born?"

Haruhiko raised an eyebrow, having discovered the flaw.

"..."

Hoshino Rin immediately bared her teeth and glared at him.

Are you deliberately picking a fight?

Haruhiko couldn't help but laugh.

If Tachibana Yui makes this expression, it's simply because she's cute.

But Hoshino Rin also had a touch of girlish coquettishness.

It gave him a glimpse of youth.

"Are you treating me to lunch or dinner?"

Seeing that her expression was becoming increasingly dangerous, Haruhiko quickly suppressed his smile and asked.

"lunch."