I'm having fun in Tokyo

"It's alright, it's probably hidden very well, that's why it hasn't been discovered yet."

"But we can go to a place that can help us find it."

Maki Hojo raised one finger.

"Where?"

"Asada Shrine"

Chapter 9 The chariots will never be slaves

Asada Shrine, the largest shrine in Tokyo, was built more than 1,400 years ago during the Asuka period and is famous throughout the Kanto region.

Morikawa Yu had never heard of it in her previous life; she only knew that there was an Asakusa Shrine in Tokyo.

It holds a large-scale festival called "Sansha Myojin" every year, which is one of the most important festivals in Tokyo and is very lively.

It now appears that Asada Shrine is indeed Asakusa Shrine, just with a different name in this world.

"Is this Asada Shrine?"

Morikawa Yu looked up at the tall building in the distance.

It didn't look as ancient and majestic as he had imagined. Although the vermilion torii gate in front of him had mottled patterns, the continuous approach to the temple in the distance was very clean and must have been renovated many times.

However, the worship hall at the end of the approach path has a strong sense of the vicissitudes of the Asuka period.

At first glance, the building seemed to span over a thousand years of history, appearing before his eyes.

He didn't know whether this Asada Shrine was similar to the Asakusa Shrine of his previous life.

Although they may very well be the same shrine, they are ultimately from two different worlds.

"Yes, this is Asada Shrine. Morikawa, haven't you been here before?"

Behind Morikawa Hayao, Hojo Maki walked over.

She drove here and just parked in the parking lot.

Although the two did not delay on their journey, it was already dusk.

"no"

"It's alright if you don't have any. At least we've been here today. Let's go."

Hojo Maki grabbed his arm, stepped over the torii gate, and onto the approach to the temple.

As Morikawa Yu walked forward, she suddenly felt a warmth.

It was evening, and the temperature had dropped, but he felt as if it were a warm midday.

He subconsciously looked up and saw the shimenawa (sacred rope) on the torii gate sway twice, as if someone was welcoming his arrival.

"What's wrong, Morikawa?"

Hojo Maki gave him a strange look.

"It's nothing, I just saw the shimenawa (sacred rope) move."

"The shimenawa rope moved? That's probably just the wind; don't worry about it."

"Let's hurry up. I texted someone before I came; she should be waiting for us now."

"it is good"

Morikawa Yu nodded and followed her.

What just happened was a bit strange, but since Hojo Maki didn't mention anything about the torii gate, he could only convince himself that it was just his imagination.

The two quickly reached the end of the approach, where Morikawa Yu spotted a figure that surprised him.

The other person was wearing a white school uniform and had a smile on their face.

"It's nice to see you again, Morikawa-kun."

"Kondo-kun?"

Morikawa Yu never expected that the person waiting for her here was Kondo Kiyoshi.

This guy went to the dojo yesterday to challenge him for his sister's sake, but was easily defeated and then kicked out by the vice-captain.

I actually saw him again today.

"Kondo-kun, what are you doing here? Are you here to pay your respects?"

"Oh, no, I came here to help."

"help?"

"right"

Kondo Kiyoshi nodded.

Morikawa Yu frowned, not understanding what he meant.

Seeing his expression, Kondo Kiyoshi was taken aback.

He thought for a moment, as if he had come up with something.

"Morikawa-kun...didn't Kaori tell you?"

"say what?"

"Talk about your troubles or something."

He smiled and pointed to the worship hall behind him.

"This is my family's shrine, and the priest in charge of things here is our grandmother."

"Grandma originally wanted to groom her to be the next head priest so that she could inherit the shrine, but she didn't want to, so she's still continuing her studies."

"......"

Morikawa Yu instantly thought of the timid little girl who had stood in front of him earlier that day.

isn't it?

She was actually a wealthy woman who kept her wealth hidden.

Does this huge shrine belong to her family?

Morikawa Yu realized she had suddenly fallen in love.

It wasn't that I was after her money; I just found her gentle and timid nature quite endearing.

After a three-second moment of being moved, Morikawa Yu regained her senses.

Liking someone is one thing, but you shouldn't hurt a girl's feelings.

"Ah, it seems Morikawa-kun really is an upright person."

Kondo Kiyoshi stood to one side, his expression seemingly a mix of regret and admiration.

"I thought that speaking up for Kaori would earn me points with her, but I didn't expect Morikawa-kun to be such a non-greedy person."

"I'm really getting more and more satisfied with you."

"Actually, the reason my sister doesn't want to succeed as the head priestess is that she can't fall in love after becoming a priestess."

"But if you're willing to wait until she's twenty-five, everything will be fine."

"Oh dear, don't make that strange face. I don't have any ulterior motives; I'm just thinking of my sister."

"Our family's assets include more than just a shrine; we also have some companies and businesses, but those have nothing to do with me. After I graduate from Meiji University, I'll be entering politics, and then I'll need your and my sister's support..."

Kondo Kiyoshi moved even closer to Morikawa Yu, nudging her chest with his elbow.

Morikawa Yu subconsciously pushed him, and Kondo Kiyoshi immediately cried out in pain.

"Ouch, my head!"

Beside the two, Hojo Maki cracked her fist.

"Stop talking nonsense, where's Lan?"

"Goddess Kagura, your aunt is waiting for you there."

Kondo Kiyoshi covered his head.

Seeing that Hojo Maki had stopped hitting him, he sounded somewhat complaining.

"Fine, I'll hurry you up! Aunt Maki, don't hit me so hard!"

"Aunt?"

Hojo Maki's expression changed, and she threw another punch.

"hiss"

Kondo Kiyoshi rolled his eyes, tilting his head to one side as if his neck had been broken.

Morikawa Yu was a little worried and helped him up, only to find that his movements were just a little exaggerated.

Hojo Maki snorted and kicked him again.

Morikawa Yu looked at her in surprise, never realizing for the first time that she could be so violent.

Maki Hojo's face was slightly flushed.

"I was just reprimanding a junior. Although he's older than me, he's still of lower seniority."

"Hmph, never mind that. Lan was in the Kagura Palace, and she didn't even come out to greet me."

"Because she heard that you brought her someone who might be possessed by a powerful demon, she's a little worried."

Kondo Kiyoshi said weakly.

"Ha, this cowardly woman. I finally have something to ask her, and she's scared."

Maki Hojo's expression grew even more displeased.

As she spoke, she suddenly remembered that she had brought Morikawa Yu with her to ask the other party to exorcise the monster, and saying this might make Morikawa Yu suspicious of her.

"Morikawa, don't worry. Although she has some personality issues, she is a genuine shrine maiden of Asada Shrine, and she still has the ability to help you get rid of the yokai."

Morikawa Yu felt that Hojo Maki's statement was a bit strange, but she nodded nonetheless.

He knew about Mikamiko; she was a shrine maiden. He had learned a little about her from watching anime in his previous life.

Ordinary shrine maidens are generally divided into two types: those who worship gods in shrines, preside over prayers, exorcise evil spirits, and perform rituals are called shrine maidens, while those who live among the common people are called shrine maidens.

Some high-ranking shrine maidens are revered as "Mijinko" in areas where their shrines have significant influence.

The highest-ranking priestess is called Saiou, and only women of the royal family can hold this position.

Since Maki-sensei is looking for a Mikami-ko, she must be quite powerful.

I just don't know how she compares to Reimu Hakurei.

If only she were Reimu Hakurei.

But he also knew he was dreaming.

Judging from Hojo Maki's words, the other party is clearly a genuine person, completely different from the arrogant and self-important captain of the Gensokyo city management team.

Chapter 10 The Shameful Shrine Maiden

So it's best not to have unrealistic fantasies.

Following Hojo Maki and Kondo Kiyoshi, they continued forward and arrived at the worship hall. Morikawa Yu saw some shrine maidens dressed in Chihaya's robes.

Some of them were praying, while others were gathered together talking.

Upon seeing the three approaching, many of them looked over curiously.

"They are the official shrine maidens of the shrine, and they are probably discussing tomorrow's festival ceremony?"

Kondo Kiyoshi gave a brief introduction.

"However, I don't know much about it either, since these are things that my younger sister should be learning."

As he said this, he nudged Morikawa Yu with his elbow, his eyes conveying a meaningful look.

"Mr. Morikawa, I really like you. Although you seem to have some problems right now, my aunt can definitely help you solve them. I also owe you a favor; if you date my sister, I'll put in a good word for you at home... Ouch, ouch, ouch!"