Tokyo Ghoul: Starting with the Twin Kamui

At the same time, the ghoul guests immediately started discussing among themselves.

"This girl looks so well-behaved, I never imagined she'd be a ghoul just like us."

"But she smells completely like a human. Could it be because she's been around humans too often in human society?"

"It seems she's integrating well into human society. I'm so envious; I've never even gone to a human school..."

"..."

As the customers grew increasingly engrossed in their discussion, Koma En'er promptly reminded them, "Our shop doors aren't closed yet. Be careful, lest a human customer suddenly walks in and overhears us."

The ghoul guests then calmed down a bit.

"We were so careless. I don't want this peaceful place to be disturbed by those guys from the CCG."

Irimi Kaname, who was wiping the utensils nearby, also spoke up.

"It's alright, the 'Demon Ape' will take action when the time comes."

Kojima En'er rubbed her nose with her thumb and said proudly.

It sounds like she's showing off, but in reality, Koma Enji, as an SS-rank "Demon Ape," truly has that kind of strength.

Irimi Kaname smiled and said, "Stop bragging. You'll probably be the first one to get taken down. I heard that the CCG investigators' weapons are getting more and more powerful."

However, they were just joking; they no longer wanted to engage in those struggles.

The ghoul groups "Demon Ape" and "Black Doberman" had long been disbanded, allowing their subordinates to integrate into human society and live peaceful lives. These subordinates were also regulars at the Anteiku coffee shop.

............

Yoshimura led Mibu Reika to the lounge and personally made her another cup of coffee, adding a small piece of something to it.

Upon seeing Yoshimura Kōzen's actions, Miha Reika immediately became wary.

Yoshimura Kōzen knew what the other party was wary of, and immediately explained, "Don't worry, with this little thing, drinking it will eliminate your hunger, although the effect is only temporary."

Upon discovering that the other person was also a ghoul, Yoshimura Kōzen immediately realized that Miha Reika was in a state of hunger.

Actually, he noticed something was wrong with the other person's physical condition from the beginning, but he thought the other person was human and didn't think about the "hunger" of ghouls.

"OK......"

Sanbo Lihua had no other choice; she came here seeking help out of desperation.

Furthermore, Uchiha and Arima are also outside. If they sense something is wrong, they should come in to save her.

Thinking about this, Miha Reika suddenly felt that she was a bit naive. She had unknowingly trusted the ghoul investigator so much. Was it because of Arima's influence on her?

Sanbo Reika took the coffee from Yoshimura Kozen, took a small sip, and immediately felt a magical sensation.

Her body felt inexplicably more comfortable.

At the same time, Yoshimura Kozen smiled kindly at her and said, "Welcome to Anding Ward."

Chapter 42 Because I'm a pacifist.

"That little thing I just put in my coffee was...?"

Sanbo Lihua quickly realized what the small particle was made of.

"That's right, the material used is human flesh, concentrated into small particles. When you soak it in coffee, it can temporarily eliminate the feeling of hunger, and it won't be exposed even in front of humans."

Fangcun Gongshan nodded.

Of course, the source of human flesh is those who commit suicide or die in various accidents.

"really......"

Sanbo Lihua then drank the entire cup of coffee.

She felt much better immediately, and her hunger had almost completely disappeared.

But as the store manager just mentioned, the effects of the concentrated human flesh particles are relatively short-lived, so it's too early to be happy now.

"I'll give you some, but this will only last you a few days. After that, you'll still need to consume a certain amount of human flesh."

Yoshimura Kōzen wrapped several concentrated granules in the kind of medicine wrapping paper and then gave them to Miho Reika.

Not only that, he also gave Sanbo Lihua several packets of coffee powder.

"Thank you so much!"

Sanbo Lihua immediately expressed her gratitude.

Even if it only lasts for a few days, it will be enough for her.

As long as I can hold out until the exams are over next week, it doesn't matter after that. Once I'm in the ghoul containment facility, I'll basically never get out again.

"But judging from your school uniform, you're probably not a student from our 20th district, right?"

Yoshimura Kousen asked.

"Yes."

Miho Reika nodded and admitted, "I actually came from District 13."

Fortunately, Uchiha and Arima changed into different clothes before setting off; if they had both worn the same school uniform as her, it would have easily aroused suspicion.

"No matter which district you come from, we are willing to help you, as long as you can follow the rules in District 20."

Yoshimura Kozen still had a kind smile.

"Um......"

Sanbo Lihua responded.

She felt a pang of sadness because she would never have the chance to receive help from him again.

Miha Reika suddenly thought that she should have come to the 20th ward sooner, but before that, she could never have imagined that the ghouls here would be so kind. No matter how much she regretted it, it was too late.

If she were just imagining "what ifs," perhaps she wouldn't have to force herself to prey on humans...

Previously, Miha Reika had been to more than just the 13th ward, but these were all places where competition among ghouls was fierce. It wasn't easy to pick up human corpses; one still had to rely on their own abilities to hunt for food.

However, she doesn't prey on just anyone. For example, she doesn't consider her familiar human classmates or close human friends as prey.

She preys on strangers, and although she doesn't kill them directly, but instead takes their arms or legs, it is still a heinous act and will eventually be targeted by the CCG.

The only exception was last time with those delinquents, Fura Taishi. Although they were classmates she knew, she really hated those people.

"By the way, are you the 'manager' of District 20, store manager?"

Sanbo Reika asked with some curiosity.

"Yes, my surname is Fangcun. You can come to Anding District anytime if you need anything in the future."

Yoshimura Kousen said.

"Ok."

Sanbo Reika immediately bowed to Yoshimura Kozen in gratitude.

She then left the Anding District coffee shop with the espresso granules.

Before leaving, she politely bowed to Koma Enji, Irimi Kaname, and the ghoul customers, saying, "I'm sorry to have bothered you all."

"What an obedient and sensible child! No wonder he can integrate into human society."

"I can't help but sigh," Gu Jianyuan sighed.

............

Not far from the coffee shop in Anteiku, Miho Reika saw Uchiha Byakuya and Arima Kishou waiting for her at the corner.

"How's the situation?"

Arima Kishou asked.

"The store manager in Fangcun gave me some things to help alleviate my hunger, which should be enough to last until the end of the exam."

Sanbo Lihua took the concentrated granules out of her pocket.

Although Miho Reika did not explicitly state it, Arima Kishou immediately understood what these particles were made of.

"So what happens after the exam? Sanbo, you should think carefully about what to do next."

At this moment, Uchiha Byakuya spoke up.

"After that, I'll be entering 'Cooglia,' so there's no need to think about it anymore..."

Sanbo Lihua said with a slightly wry smile.

The so-called "Cookria" is the ghoul detention center in Ward 23, also known as Cookria Prison.

"No, that hasn't been finalized yet. Our current idea is that if you're willing to follow the rules in District 20, we can consider not taking you to 'Kukria'."

Uchiha Byakuya said, "Let Arima Kishou explain the specific details to you. I have to go back now."

From now on, he no longer needs to worry too much about Miho Reika's affairs; he can leave it to Arima Kishou.

He also had to go back to handle the manuscript of Yoshimura Ai Te and related matters concerning the publication of the work.

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Zone 2 CCG Division.