In this anime crossover, who stole my module?

[Inspiration Level: IV (Enhanced)]

[Current Status: Bound (Cannot be discarded, cannot be damaged)]

[Current Commission:]

[1. Investigate the ghost rumors surrounding the old school building (Completed, Inspiration level increased)]

【2. Investigate the anomalies at Kisaragi Station (Completed, Inspiration Level Improved)】

[New commission being generated...]

[Description: An ancient commission form bearing an unknown contract will guide you to look at the anomalies in the world and issue you a series of investigation tasks about strange tales.]

Each completed task will deepen your connection with the anomaly, raise your level of spiritual insight, and allow you to glimpse higher levels of existence.

[Note: When you gaze into the abyss, the abyss also gazes into you.]

Every act of spying is an exchange that risks one's soul.

"what is this?"

Natsume Ryo's gaze fell on the card, and he raised an eyebrow slightly.

"I...I don't know either."

Yotsuya Miko shook her head, her face showing obvious lingering fear.

"It...it suddenly appeared in my bag last week."

"Senior, you know."

"Because I can often see things that others can't..."

"So at first I thought it was a hallucination, or someone's prank, and I tried to throw it away several times."

"But every time, no matter how far I throw it, it always ends up back in my bag the next day."

"Even if I try to destroy it, it won't work."

"Later... it started giving me some tasks."

“Lead me to the old school building.”

"I met Senior Yuuko in the old school building... and joined the [Strange Investigation Club]."

"After that, a commission was issued to investigate Kisaragi Station..."

"I see……"

After listening, Natsume Ryo looked at the card in his hand, a look of understanding flashing across the depths of his eyes.

As a seasoned Minecraft mod player...

How could Natsume Ryo not recognize what this thing was after Yotsuya Miko's description?

In many large, story-driven mods, developers often design items such as "quest guides" or "starting tips" to help players better experience the mod's content.

These quest books will release a series of tasks that guide players to explore various aspects of the module, from collecting specific materials to challenging specific bosses. Each step completed will earn corresponding rewards or unlock new content.

The “Strange Investigation Request Form” that Yotsuya Miko currently holds operates in a manner almost identical to those module mission sheets.

— Post tasks, complete tasks, and receive rewards (inspiration level upgrade).

This is undoubtedly a built-in guidance mechanism of the [Urban Ghost Stories Module].

However, Natsume Ryo never expected this.

It's astonishing that Yotsuya Miko also possesses such a tool.

Moreover, look at the description on this order form.

"Increase your spiritual vision level".

This is no reward; it's clearly an ever-deepening curse.

Because Natsume Ryo already knew about the "underworld".

therefore.

Upon seeing the description on this commission form that completing the commission will "increase your spiritual vision level", you will see the following.

It's really a bit difficult to get Natsume Ryo.

However, it seems that when he activated the [Urban Legends Module] and gained the highest control authority, he was indeed somewhat negligent.

I've roughly browsed through the various items and commands provided by the module.

However, the focus is more on items or abilities that can be used directly and have significant effects.

I didn't pay much attention to this kind of task item that looked like a "newbie guide".

It's no wonder that Yotsuya Miko's spiritual vision level suddenly increased to the point where she could see "ghosts and gods".

It turns out the problem is here.

The quest item was directly bound to the holder of the [Urban Ghost Stories Module]—Miko Yotsuya—and in a semi-forceful way, it pushed her to constantly come into contact with more "anomalies" in order to improve her spiritual vision level and enable her to observe higher-level beings.

This caused Yotsuya Miko's spiritual vision level to increase, to the point that she could even observe "ghosts and spirits".

It was all because of this power of attorney.

Natsume Ryo thought to himself as he flipped the card over, his fingers gently stroking its cool, smooth surface, feeling the faint energy fluctuations it contained. A thoughtful look flashed in his eyes.

This card is like a double-edged sword.

While it enhanced Yotsuya Miko's clairvoyance, it also undoubtedly pushed her into greater danger.

but.

From another perspective.

Natsume Ryo's thoughts drifted.

This isn't entirely a bad thing.

After all, through the tasks issued by this commission order, Yotsuya Miko can act as a "treasure hunter" and more effectively find out the various "ghost stories" hidden in this world one by one.

Natsume Ryo thought to himself, flipped the card over, and handed it back to Yotsuya Miko.

"You will continue to keep this card from now on."

"Eh?"

"However, you must accept the above task if required."

"Remember to contact me."

"I'll do it with you."

"You just need to stay by my side and follow my instructions."

"Okay...okay! Senior!"

Upon hearing Natsume Ryo's words, Yotsuya Miko seemed to have finally unloaded a huge burden, letting out a heavy sigh of relief and nodding vigorously, her golden eyes filled with complete trust.

It's wonderful that a senior is willing to protect her!

Seeing the girl's relieved expression, Natsume Ryo was also very satisfied.

"Treasure-hunting Mouse" gets it!

Chapter 100 Strange Investigation Request Updated: The Big Investigation: Hanako in the Toilet!

"Oh, right, senior..."

At this moment, after putting away the "Strange Investigation Request Form," Yotsuya Miko seemed to remember something and timidly called out.

"what happened?"

Upon hearing this, Natsume Ryo snapped out of his daze and turned his attention back to Yotsuya Miko's face.

"Did...did I...disturb you?"

"It feels like you're talking about something important, senior."

At this point, Yotsuya Miko's timid gaze cautiously drifted over Natsume Ryo's shoulder, glancing at the group of girls with distinct styles not far away. Her expression, equally somber, was also troubled, and she asked in a low voice.

For Yotsuya Miko, who always felt inferior when facing Natsume Ryo.

Whether it's the girl with long, straight black hair exuding an icy aura, the girl with a cute bun hairstyle who looks energetic, or the blonde bombshell with a powerful presence...

Each of them seemed to have a special relationship with their senior.

And what about yourself?

A timid junior who had just mustered the courage to seek refuge because of overwhelming fear.

Won't this sudden, rash intrusion disrupt the senior's original plans?

Will it make my seniors think... I'm a nuisance?

A young girl's mind is always sensitive and delicate.

Especially when facing that special person who gives her peace of mind, she seems to weigh every little action in her mind.

If this were a visual novel game where you could save and load your game, then...

—I reckon that Yotsuya Miko would definitely choose to rewind without hesitation and find a safer, less conspicuous way to return to Natsume Ryo's side.

"disturb?"

"Nothing."

Upon hearing this, Natsume Ryo raised an eyebrow slightly and glanced back, following Yotsuya Miko's gaze. He then shrugged, appearing indifferent.

"If I had to put it into words, it would just be that someone asked me to explain to her what this world is really like."

"However, this corner of the inner world seems to be a little more exciting than they imagined."

"So right now, they've just been shocked by a corner of the world's reality and are in a cooling-off period where they need to piece together their worldview."

"You've come at the perfect time, just in time... well, to set an example."

"Eh?"

Yotsuya Miko seemed not to understand Natsume Ryo's meaning.

"nothing."

Natsume Ryo waved his hand at Yotsuya Miko without offering any further explanation.

"The fact that you can stand beside me is the best thing in itself."

"Eh?!"

Does the senior mean... that by standing here, I can help him?

When Natsume Ryo suddenly said something that could easily be misunderstood in front of others, Yotsuya Miko's face clearly showed the cute expression of her previous embarrassment.

……

at the same time.

Upon hearing Natsume Ryo's words, Yui Yuigahama's expression was instantly replaced by another complex emotion.

Especially when she secretly glanced at Yotsuya Miko, who was almost right next to Natsume Ryo, a strange bitterness welled up in her heart that she couldn't quite explain.

Miura Yumiko's attention, however, was completely focused on Natsume Ryo's previous sentence.

She looked at Yukino Yukinoshita with a look of utter disbelief.

isn't it?

Snowfall, have you lost your mind?!

That thing just now, just one look at it was enough to scare someone to death!

Even after experiencing an accident, Miura Yumiko's legs were still weak.

After experiencing a similar accident, Yukino Yukinoshita actually asked to watch it?!

They had absolutely no intention of avoiding further trouble.

Therefore, Miura Yumiko really couldn't understand this, and she mentally complained, looking at Yukino Yukinoshita as if she were looking at a weirdo from another planet.

"..."