Tokyo: Magical Girl Shatters My Dream of Going Public

Chapter 112 Compromise (2/5)

Kurokawa explained the whole story in the simplest way possible.

What is a vengeful spirit?

What is a magical girl?

And what exactly is his "Special Phenomenon Management Company" doing?

Xuecun listened quietly.

The various confusions that had been lingering in my heart.

Those inexplicable absences, those vague rumors, that vague unease.

Finally, they were connected by a clear line.

The truth came to light, but it was heavier than she had imagined. She looked up at Kurokawa.

"So—" she asked cautiously, her voice soft, "Chinatsu and Kaoru, are they currently working part-time at your company?"

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"And—they're still fighting those dangerous 'monsters'?"

Kurokawa's heart tightened.

He thought she was about to blame him for dragging her students into danger.

He explained almost immediately, "This was their own choice. I never forced them."

He was afraid that if he explained too late, this violent woman would slap him first.

But Xuecun's reaction was beyond his expectations.

She paused for two seconds, then said softly, "—Thank you."

Kurokawa was taken aback.

谢？

What are you thanking me for?

Xuecun lowered his eyes and said softly, "If this is the student's own choice, I can only understand and offer my blessings. And—"

She paused for a long time.

So long that Kurokawa thought she wouldn't say anything more.

"How could I not see it?" She raised her face, her gaze behind her glasses somewhat distant. "These past few days—they seem much more cheerful."

"Compared to a year ago, their condition has completely changed."

Kurokawa looked at the expression on her face.

There was no blame, no questioning.

There is only one kind of understanding and relief that settles down, belonging to the teacher.

He sighed softly to himself.

This woman—she really is a good teacher.

"I didn't expect that," he said, his tone softening unconsciously. "You're surprisingly a good person."

Xuecun choked a little.

She turned her head and glared at him: "What kind of person was I in your eyes before?"

Kurokawa stroked his chin, deep in thought with a "serious" expression.

"A violent, troublesome woman who'd definitely win a slap contest?"

As he spoke, he nodded to himself and added, "That slap was truly world-class. Why don't you quit being a teacher and become my agent? I'll take you to a slapping contest, and I guarantee you'll win."

"you--!"

Xuecun was so angry that his cheeks turned red, and he raised his hand to hit him.

Kurokawa quickly dodged to the side, raising his hands: "I surrender! I surrender!"

He smiled, but there wasn't much tension in his eyes.

Seeing his expression, Xuecun knew he was just joking.

She snorted coldly and withdrew her hand.

But her teacher's instincts made her immediately add, "Although I understand their choice, as a teacher, I have an obligation to check on their current daily lives."

She looked at Kurokawa, her expression turning serious again.

"I will arrange a family visit afterward."

Kurokawa gave a wry smile.

"Please spare me."

"I've already taken a huge risk by telling you all this. If I were to reveal the base's location—"

"I might as well be reincarnated and start over."

For him, revealing his identity as the "President of the Night Watchmen" was the last line he could cross.

After all, he had planned to step into the limelight four months before the major outbreak, so telling Xuecun now was just bringing it forward by three or four months.

But the location that harbors vengeful spirits —

This must never be leaked.

Seeing the rare look of distress on his face, Xuecun realized that his current situation seemed somewhat awkward.

She didn't press the issue and returned to the main topic.

"That—about the 'monster' in our school. How can I help you?"

Now, let's get back to the main topic.

Kurokawa relayed the information he needed.

He needs to know the strange tales circulating in the school, preferably the ones most well-known among the students.

And whether the school has a history of relocation or merger; if so, it is best to have the relevant records.

Yukimura had heard Kurokawa's explanation beforehand.

It is also known that vengeful spirits are born from strong human emotions and thoughts.

In places like schools, ghost stories are most likely to give rise to monsters.

Xuecun pondered for a moment: "The strange tales among students—I don't know much about them."

She frowned slightly.

"But the school does have records of rebuilding its buildings a long time ago."

Kurokawa's eyes lit up: "Do you know the details?"

Xuecun shook his head: "That was twenty or thirty years ago. I probably wasn't even born then."

She paused, then stood up: "We need to check the archives."

She patted the dust off her skirt and said decisively, "Let's go borrow the keys now."

For Xuecun.

Finding out the truth as soon as possible and restoring safety to the school is more important than anything else.

This is one of the reasons why Kurokawa was willing to reveal part of the truth to her.

With the assistance of this responsible teacher, the investigation will be much more efficient.

The two climbed down the ladder from the top of the water tank. Kurokawa straightened his suit and said, "I will follow you invisibly."

You just lead the way.

Upon hearing this, Yukimura paused, turned her head, and glanced at Kurokawa.

In an all-girls academy, where even the teachers are women—

Allowing a man who can become invisible to move around freely?

"How can this be?!"

She blurted it out almost without thinking.

Kurokawa shrugged. "Then what do you suggest? How about I put my hand on your shoulder?"

Xuecun bit his lower lip.

With his hand on Kurokawa's shoulder, it was pointless, as Kurokawa could leave at any moment.

Those who can capture Kurokawa...

Her gaze shifted downwards, landing on Kurokawa's hand.

After thinking for a moment, she shook her head; she didn't want to hold hands at all.

Finally, my gaze moved up to the tie on his chest.

Suddenly, he reached out and grabbed it.

The fabric tightened in her palm.

"I'll just pull you along like this."

She raised her eyes, her gaze carrying an undeniable warning.

"If you dare to look around or run around..."

She spoke slowly and deliberately.

"I'll call the police."

Kurokawa looked down at his tie, which was being gripped.

The posture was indeed not very elegant.

But he remained invisible throughout, so it didn't bother him.

The most urgent task now is still to investigate the truth about the vengeful spirit. He shrugged.

"Alright."

The stealth plugin is activated.

His figure quickly faded into transparency, eventually merging completely into the air.

Even the tie she was holding vanished into thin air right before her eyes.

Xuecun's pupils contracted slightly.

Despite being mentally prepared, witnessing this surreal phenomenon again still left her feeling disoriented.

Scenes from science fiction movies are actually playing out before my eyes.

She shook her head, clearing her mind of distractions.

He tightened his grip on the tie.

"I'm gone."

She spoke softly, as if reminding herself, and also as if reminding the "unseen" companion.

She took a step, pulling on the tie, and walked down the stairs.

Footsteps echoed in the empty stairwell, with the invisible Kurokawa following closely behind.