Why is my anime art style so weird?

But Xu Ming didn't feel any pain at all... well, he admitted that he did feel a tiny bit of pain.

But more than anything, I felt excited.

Because his portable rocket launcher, or rather, his exorcism machine gun, had finally taken shape.

Within a minute, he can take a picture every 0.6 seconds, a speed that is simply unmatched by ordinary fast shooters.

And after resting for ten minutes, I can get hard again.

Uh... don't get me wrong, it means tough and assertive.

Xu Ming is now itching to take the exorcism phone and go on a killing spree, to experience the exhilarating feeling of being a real man for a minute.

The day after Xu Ming returned home from Konoha.

Kato Megumi suddenly called.

"Is there something you need, Xiaohui?"

After Xu Ming answered the phone, he asked with some curiosity.

"Ming, you've really worked hard this time. To express my gratitude, and also to let you rest and relax, I'd like to invite you to a hot spring."

"Take a hot spring bath!?"

Xu Ming exclaimed in surprise.

Although he has lived in Japan for quite some time, he has never actually soaked in a hot spring.

After all, he is a Chinese at heart and doesn't have the same fondness for bathing or hot springs as the Japanese.

Moreover, his understanding of hot spring culture comes primarily from anime and movies.

Of course, there was absolutely no such thing as staying overnight twice, and he had no idea about any hot spring maidens.

In any case, soaking in a hot spring was definitely a novel experience for him.

So, are you coming?

On the other end of the phone, Megumi Kato extended an invitation.

What was clearly a normal invitation seemed to take on a different meaning to Xu Ming.

"it is good!"

Xu Ming agreed without even realizing it.

The mission to Konoha Village was fraught with danger, leaving Xu Ming physically and mentally exhausted. He took the opportunity to go to the hot springs to rest and relax.

Perhaps there will be a chance to see Kato Megumi and her older sister wearing loose yukatas.

Or perhaps mixed-gender bathing or something...

I'm getting a little excited just thinking about it!

Afterwards, Xu Ming told his older sister about it.

Kasumigaoka Utaha immediately realized that Kato Megumi, that philandering cat, had actually invited her beloved younger brother to the hot springs. It was obvious that she had ulterior motives and wanted to take the opportunity to cheat on him.

She absolutely will not allow it!

So, Kasumigaoka Utaha naturally suggested that she should go along too.

Xu Ming knew perfectly well that his sister would give that answer.

He was well aware that if he concealed this matter, there would be even more trouble later.

That evening, Xu Ming packed his bags, and the next morning, Kato Megumi arrived at Xu Ming's house in her private car. After picking Xu Ming up, the car drove directly to the southwest of Tokyo.

Chapter 480 Hakone Trip

Hakone, a famous hot spring resort in Japan, is located southwest of Tokyo and is only a few hours away by car.

When they arrived at Xiangxianggen, it was around noon.

The car drove through the smoky town and stopped in front of an elegant courtyard. Someone immediately came forward and opened the car door for them.

Welcome, esteemed guests!

Two rows of shrine maidens stood at the entrance, bowing deeply to Kato Megumi and Xu Ming in unison.

Xu Ming looked up and surveyed the courtyard in front of him.

This courtyard is built in a very special way. It is located between the sea on one side and the mountain on the other, giving it a unique charm.

Xu Ming gazed into the distance at the mountains, where clouds and mist swirled, and he could faintly smell the sulfur mixed with the salty, damp scent carried by the sea breeze.

The courtyard in front of me has a strong Japanese feel. The roof is in the shape of a human figure, the walls are made of brownish-yellow wood, and the paper sliding doors, lanterns and the stone fox carving and bamboo in front of the door complement each other.

Xu Ming was looking at the building in front of him.

Kato Megumi's voice came from beside me.

"This is a private hot spring resort built by the association. It does not accept outsiders and is exclusively for the association's VIPs."

A hint of surprise appeared in Xu Ming's eyes.

Standing at the entrance, you can tell that this hot spring resort has an excellent location and covers a large area. Coupled with its luxurious decorations, the construction cost must have been considerable.

In a sense, the exorcists' association's exorcism business is also a monopoly.

No wonder the association is so rich.

It really is the evil of capitalism.

Just as Xu Ming was about to turn around and get his luggage from the car, someone had already pushed their luggage through the side door into the hot spring resort in a small cart. At the same time, a beautiful and sweet-voiced shrine maiden was arranged to guide him.

Xu Ming scratched the back of his head. He had never stayed in a star-rated hotel before, and this was the first time he had ever received such attentive and thoughtful service.

Although I hate to admit it, sometimes money and power really are good things.

Following the shrine maiden through the gates of the hot spring resort, a screen embroidered with a landscape painting came into view. With just a few strokes, the beautiful scenery of the misty mountains and forests was captured in the painting, clearly the work of a master.

Behind the screen, the porch floor is paved with smooth, rounded black and white pebbles. Stepping on them has a unique feel and produces a series of creaking sounds.

As they passed through the porch, a shrine maiden was already waiting at the door. She opened the paper sliding door for the two of them and then bowed slightly.

Behind the paper sliding door is a spacious hall furnished with sofas, coffee tables, and green plants such as bamboo along the walls.

A few steps ahead is a fork in the road.

Before they could even ask, the shrine maiden leading the way immediately began to explain.

"The corridor to your left leads to the restaurant, where chefs are on call 24 hours a day. The cuisine covers major world cuisines such as Chinese, Japanese, and French. There is a telephone in the room, and you can dine in or have your food delivered."

We recommend you try our signature teppanyaki, which features fresh seafood caught today by local fishermen as well as top-quality ingredients air-freighted from all over the world.

The corridor to your right leads to the guest rooms, each with its own private mini-thermal spa.

At the end of the guest room area is an open-air public bath, where you can enjoy both sea views and beautiful mountain scenery.

However, please note that the open-air public bath does not have separate men's and women's sections. Also, we have prepared brand new swimsuits in the guest rooms; please let us know if your size is unavailable…

Xu Ming didn't care much about what the guiding priestess said afterward; his mind was now filled with the two words "mixed bathing"!

"What, Ming, are you interested in the open-air public bath?"

A faint fragrance wafted from his nose, and Kato Megumi's voice rang in his ears.

A sweet, alluring scent wafted through the air, brushing against Xu Ming's earlobe and instantly sending a tingling, ticklish sensation through him. He couldn't tell if it was his earlobe that was itching, or his heart.

"Or perhaps, Ming is actually only interested in... mixed-gender bathing~"

Kato Megumi's voice continued to echo in his ears; she seemed to have seen through Xu Ming's thoughts at a glance.

"I didn't! I didn't! Don't talk nonsense!"

I just think it's really interesting to be able to soak in a hot spring while also looking at the sea and mountains!

Absolutely no other intentions!

Xu Ming quickly waved his hand in denial.

Kato Megumi looked at him with a smile but didn't say anything, which made Xu Ming feel immense pressure.

The shrine maiden who led the way was exceptionally well-mannered. She seemed not to have heard anything, not even raising her eyes, and meekly led the way.

"Humph!"

Just then, a cold snort filled with annoyance suddenly rang out.

Xu Ming immediately turned to look at the shadow behind him.

Sure enough, his shadow began to shake violently, and a chilling killing intent instantly spread out.

The fountain bonsai next to it was instantly covered with a thin layer of ice, the emerald green bamboo leaves withered at a visible speed, and the glassware in the hall began to make a constant cracking sound, with spiderweb-like cracks suddenly covering the surface of the glass.

The priestess, who was bowing her head to lead the way, suddenly changed her expression, and a golden paper talisman slid into her palm.

Despite holding the paper talisman in her hand, sweat gradually crept onto her cheeks.

"Ahem! Sister, we're currently visiting someone outside..."

Xu Ming quickly and carefully picked up his overturned vinegar jar.

Kato Megumi patted the shrine maiden on the shoulder, comforting her:

"It's alright, they're my guests, don't worry."

"Yes, Lord Mikami-ko!"

Kato Megumi's gentle voice immediately calmed the guiding shrine maiden down.

Kasumigaoka Utaha gradually calmed down, and everything seemed to return to calm.

The guiding priestess led the two into the guest room area on the right.

Xu Ming chose a room facing the mountains, while Kato Megumi chose the one opposite him.

The guiding shrine maiden opened the door for Xu Ming. The entrance hall behind the door resembled an old-fashioned Japanese-style house, with a small stone slab for guests to take off their shoes, and smooth wooden floors on the steps.

Xu Ming took off his shoes and stepped onto the steps wearing only his socks.

Walking inside, opening the paper door reveals a very spacious living room with tatami mats on the floor, tables and chairs, and a large-screen LCD TV on the wall.

Further inside is the bedroom, divided into two parts by a paper sliding door. One side has a large bed that can sleep several people, while the other side is an empty tatami area with quilts placed beside it.

This design is clearly intended to meet the sleep needs of different guests.