I became Hokage in Tokyo

Chapter 16 016 Ghost Detective Livestream

Adachi Ward, Tokyo.

Adachi Ward is the most chaotic and poorest ward in Tokyo, consistently ranking last among Tokyo's 23 wards in terms of both economy and public safety.

Adachi Ward is located in northeastern Tokyo and is a suburb of Tokyo.

At 7 p.m., outside an abandoned shopping mall in Adachi Ward, a group of young men and women were talking through a fence.

"Everyone, this is the live stream of 'The Great Adventure of Apprentice Shrine Maiden Katori-chan'. Look, the mall behind me is our destination today. This mall was built at the end of the bubble economy. The operator's cash flow dried up, and to make matters worse, the mall caught fire and was eventually abandoned."

A girl around twenty years old, with a sweet and cute appearance and a Hime-style hairstyle, wearing a modified red and white shrine maiden outfit, held a live-streaming stick in one hand and spoke to the camera.

Through the fence and overgrown bushes, one can see a huge, dilapidated, and old-fashioned Western-style shopping mall that has been neglected for many years.

"Since the mall closed down, it has been abandoned, and bad rumors have gradually spread. We've even heard that someone has recently gone missing here. Let's find out what's going on today!"

The mall, abandoned for over thirty years, has become a paradise for birds and beasts. Unknown birds and beasts cry mournfully in the night wind, and under the cover of darkness, it resembles a legendary vampire castle, exuding a sinister and terrifying atmosphere.

"Today we also have a special guest. Ta-da! Look here, everyone."

The camera then pans to a handsome man with dyed blond hair.

"Hello everyone, I'm Takuya Hayama. This is my first time doing a live stream with Katori-chan on an adventure, so I'm a little nervous." The blond handsome guy flashed a bright smile and greeted the camera.

Katori-chan said in a sweet voice, "Hayama-kun was a top ten singing and dancing content creator on the platform last year. I am truly flattered to be collaborating with you this time."

"Oh, no, no, I've always been interested in this kind of supernatural adventure, and I'm very excited to be collaborating with Katori-chan this time."

"Let's get going without delay."

A team followed behind the two. After exploring along the railing outside the wall for a while, they finally found a hidden gap and stepped through the fallen railing and overgrown weeds.

The abandoned shopping mall occupies a huge area, with peeling walls revealing a gray-white base. The decoration is in the style of the last century, with a touch of exoticism. There is also a marble angel statue at the entrance, but due to its age and exposure to the elements, not only is the face unclear, but most of the two wings have also fallen off.

The group stopped at the main entrance. Looking into the mall from the main entrance, all they could see was darkness, with piles of clutter and ghostly shadows that gave them the creeps.

Normal people instinctively abhor going into such places.

"Croak!"

Just then, a crow perched on a treetop and let out a mournful cry, startling the group.

"How could there be a crow? What bad luck!" Hayama Takuya couldn't help but complain.

"You can't say that. Crows are sacred birds in the island nation, and they are messengers of Amaterasu Omikami. When Emperor Jimmu got lost in Kumano, it was a crow that guided him out of the deep mountains. Crows were thus deified, and the Shimo-Kabuto Shrine in Kyoto is dedicated to crows."

Katori-chan made a praying gesture towards the crow, bowing her head and silently reciting something.

"May the Yatagarasu protect us and ensure a safe journey without any accidents."

Hayama Takuya watched Katori's actions with a hint of disdain in his eyes. "Look at how your shrine maiden outfit has been altered. The neckline is so low that you can even see your cleavage. Even if there really is a god, he can't possibly protect a fake shrine maiden like you."

However, he knew this was Katori-chan's character design, so he didn't say anything more.

The two people, carrying flashlights, were followed by a photography team of three people, making a total of five people who went inside together.

The abandoned shopping mall was filled with dust and the smell of decay from years of neglect. Sweeping around with a flashlight, various odds and ends and bricks became the last remaining goods in the mall.

As she explored further inside, Katori spoke to the live stream audience in a mysterious and deep voice:

"The fire that happened in the mall back then killed several people, and since then, there have been rumors that the mall is haunted. Several people who handled the mall also met with accidents. Today, our plan is to climb from the first floor to the third floor and explore all the rooms to see what really happened back then."

Katori vividly described the history of the mall, with the camera occasionally panning across the dark surroundings, instantly spreading a sinister and terrifying atmosphere to the live stream and effectively arousing the emotions of the viewers.

In comparison, Hayama Taku was merely a foil.

As you turn a corner, a huge, evil, and hideous human face, more than three meters tall, suddenly appears on the wall!

"ah!"

Katori-chan couldn't help but let out a scream, and the live stream experienced a small surge in viewership.

Upon closer inspection, the face was merely graffiti painted on the wall, but it was so lifelike that it would naturally startle anyone who suddenly saw it after the eerie atmosphere of the abandoned building.

Katori was so frightened that her pretty face turned pale, her eyes filled with tears, her full breasts heaved, her clothes threatening to burst out, and she tightly gripped Hayama beside her with one hand.

To comfort her, netizens donated money and tips.

Looking at the woman's realistic acting, Hayama Takuya felt a bit of admiration.

In fact, they had already scouted this abandoned shopping mall several times. People who do ghost hunting live streams usually don't believe in anything non-human, but venturing into remote and sparsely populated places usually involves various risks, such as wild animals, poisonous insects and snakes, or even fugitives. Anyone who is slightly more professional will do their homework beforehand.

This ghost-hunting livestream was scripted and rehearsed.

This giant human face was also on the script; it was drawn beforehand and set up as the first stimulating point.

After all, how many accidents come from ordinary adventure live streams? Without accidents, how can you stir the audience's emotions and coax them into subscribing and tipping?

"Katori-chan, don't be afraid, it's just graffiti. Even if something happens, I will definitely protect you." Hayama Takuya said with a calm expression and a gentle and charming voice.

He is now beginning to understand how the ghost-hunting shrine maiden Katori gained her popularity. In a gloomy and terrifying atmosphere, a girl like her showing a pitiful demeanor can indeed arouse a man's protective instincts.

It's already the 21st century, the fourth year of Reiwa. Who still believes in the existence of demons and monsters? The people in the live stream probably just want to see Katori-chan's expression when she's scared, and her large expanse of snow-white skin.

I wonder if I'll be able to get Katori-chan's number after this live stream and ask her out.

Ye Shan glanced down sideways, his mind wandering to all sorts of fantasies.

They spent half an hour exploring the first floor and found nothing unusual, but the live stream team knew perfectly well that the next step was crucial.

Continuing forward, there is an abandoned children's toy store ahead, with a red children's car lying on its side at the entrance, which is very eye-catching.

The two stopped at the doorway and rested briefly.

According to the script, another person had already infiltrated the area beforehand. Once the other person arrived, they would come out and cause trouble. The two were so frightened that they separated and fled to the second floor. They then explored on their own, experiencing a series of pre-arranged terrifying scenes, and finally reunited on the third floor.

Five minutes had passed, and the person scheduled to appear still hadn't shown up, so Hayama Takuya was starting to get impatient.

"Tick-tock".

"Tick-tock".

A drop of dirty water landed on Hayama Takuya's face, almost making him curse out loud.

"How can this shabby place leak? But why is it only warm to the touch?"

He wiped his face with his hand, leaving his hand covered in bright red blood. Hayama Taku couldn't help but look up at the ceiling.

"Aaaaaaaahh ...

(End of this chapter)