One-way traffic

And all the changes that occurred in Mandela's emotions.

—All of this was quietly observed by the strongest monster lurking in the shadows.

He smiled, but remained silent.

Chapter 787 An Unexpected Twist?

After this short interlude in 'Salamandra'.

After being given a good talking-to by Black Rabbit, the three problem children, led by Izayoi Sakamaki, all began to realize that if they angered this rabbit, she would really fly into a rage.

While it was certainly amusing to make fun of her, a rabbit driven to desperation can be quite terrifying, so the three of them each found something else to do next.

As for Yao, he accepted a proposal for a gift game from Shiroyasha, and thus directly joined the "Fire Dragon Birth Festival" event.

As for Asuka, Izayoi, and Jin, the three of them received an invitation from Shiroyasha and came to the VIP seats, enjoying VIP treatment as distinguished guests of 'Salamandra'.

As for Black Rabbit, she naturally served as the referee in this game of grace, actively participating from beginning to end.

It's worth mentioning that the man named Mandela, who seems to be Sandra's brother, has been keeping an eye on Izayoi and the others.

However, none of these things have anything to do with Accelerator.

Right now, he is strolling through the surrounding streets with Hatsune Miku.

"Even the jack-o'-lanterns over there are moving on their own!"

"There's nothing to be surprised about. Didn't we already see similar candlesticks running around before we even came in?"

"That's true... You really aren't very interesting, honestly."

"You think I could possibly have anything to do with that kind of term?"

Accelerator followed Hatsune Miku with his hands in his pockets and a completely uninterested look on his face.

Along the way, we have encountered many situations like the one just described. Indeed, there are many more fantastical things in the north wall area of ​​the miniature garden compared to the east area.

Things like moving candlesticks and pumpkin heads that bounce around...

"what…"

After walking a few steps, Hatsune Miku couldn't help but stop.

"What's that over there...?"

After Hatsune Miku stopped in her tracks, Accelerator followed her gaze and looked over.

In fact, the current situation is pretty much the same as before.

At the end of the orange street appeared something that could move on its own, just like the candlesticks and pumpkins before, except... it was accompanied by a person.

A long-haired girl with pigtails dressed in dark clothing.

She had light blue hair and golden eyes.

Whether you look at their clothing or their overall demeanor, you can feel their vibrant energy.

Judging from their appearance, they should be much younger than them.

"Eh…"

When Hatsune Miku saw the child's appearance, she couldn't help but blink.

"That girl looks just like me."

"Ah—! People over there!!"

As the two men watched the two people in the distance, they also seemed to notice what was happening here.

The girl with hair color similar to Hatsune Miku hurriedly ran in this direction.

"You seem to be faces I've never seen before. In that case, how about coming to join us—ahhh!!"

"Hey?! Watch out!"

The girl's hurried movements caused her to fall on the spot.

However, just as the girl was about to fall, the floating pumpkin beside her caught her and helped her up.

"Ooh-ah—!"

"Oh dear, Aisha, I told you to calm down and focus on your work, no matter what it is. See? Even just walking around, if you're not paying attention, this is what happens."

"I understand, Jack... Hmph, it was just an accident anyway. I hope my beloved Xia won't make that mistake again next time!"

—Can it talk?

It was already somewhat unbelievable that the pumpkin could fly and support the girl at a crucial moment, but now it could even talk?

After recalling the candlesticks and pumpkin heads she had seen before, Hatsune Miku was slightly stunned.

"Excuse me, who are you...?"

"Oh, I almost forgot to introduce myself."

The girl didn't pay much attention to what had just happened to her.

She dusted herself off and looked at the two of them with a happy expression.

“I’m Aisha, and this pumpkin head is Jack! And then—we’re both members of ‘Willo’wisp,’ and core members at that!”

“‘Willo'wisp’, the name of the community, I suppose.”

After Accelerator revealed the truth, the girl who called herself Aisha and the pumpkin-headed guy named Jack exchanged glances.

"Huh...you guys know about the Community?"

"Of course, could it be that you two... actually think of us as newcomers who have just arrived in the Little Garden?"

Although they were only newcomers to the Little Garden after a month or two, Aisha clearly intended to recruit them into the community.

"You've already joined the community... How could this happen? Honestly."

"Yes, so I'm sorry, we can't come to your area."

"Ah—I'm not blaming you two! I'm just a little disappointed."

Aisha shook her little head, but her gaze towards the two remained friendly.

"However, I haven't seen you in the North District yet. Are you guests who came here because of the 'Fire Dragon Birth Festival'?"

"Yes, we came from the East District!"

When the two girls started discussing it, the topic gradually became quite lively between them.

"Um, the North District is really amazing! No matter how hard I look in the East District, I can't find anything similar to this place. They even have moving candlesticks!"

"Hehe~ Those things are products made by our 'Willo'wisp' community, aren't they amazing!"

"It was actually made by your community? That's amazing!!"

"That's right! And that Jack over there is also a member of our community. Don't underestimate him just because he's a pumpkin; this guy is very powerful!"

"Yes, yes! You could tell from what just happened!"

And so, the girls began to talk amongst themselves, completely absorbed in their conversation. Just half a minute ago, they were complete strangers, but now they were chatting away like this.

"Oh dear, Aisha is such a troublesome child."

Pumpkinhead Jack stood helplessly with his hands on his hips, and the expression on his face changed.

Accelerator then turned his attention to the pumpkin head.

"Judging from your tone, could it be that you're that kid's guardian over there?"

"Hehe! Guardian? What an interesting title."

Pumpkinhead Jack let out a strange laugh.

“I am indeed one of the key members of that child’s community, but as for guardianship… the relationship is rather lacking.”

"And what about a relationship beyond that?"

“That’s right. All members of our community are families within families. As close relatives, everyone should be treated equally. Therefore, your claim about guardians is not valid.”

In other words, Jack did not feel that he had a high status in the community; he always considered himself to be a member on the same level as the other ordinary members.

That being said, Accelerator simply thought it was just a polite remark.

"Well, after we've talked about my situation, it's actually your side that's more unbelievable, young man."

Pumpkin Head turned its gaze back this way.

It seemed to be scrutinizing the body of the number one. Accelerator could see that the blazing light hidden beneath the pumpkin head, as hot as flames, was almost like an eye.

"Hmm... if I'm not mistaken, young man, you should be a human, right?"

"The facts are right in front of us, there's no need to specifically confirm them, is there?"

"I see, but it would be strange if you were just a human..."

As if he had just thought of something, Jack held the lantern in one hand and touched his pumpkin-shaped chin with the other.

"...I sensed a divine aura emanating from you, yet you claimed to be just an ordinary human being, which should be completely impossible."

It seems that this is trouble caused by his status as an Absolute Ability User (Level 6) once again.

Although the title is defined as comprehending something like the will of God, judging from Accelerator's position, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that his current level has surpassed the realm of God.

However, when matters related to gods are involved with the concept of a different world like a miniature garden, they become the chaotic and troublesome situation he is in now.

"I'm really curious about what kind of gifts are hidden within you."

"Do you think I would tell you something like this?"

"Hehe~ That's true. No one would say something like that to a stranger they've only met a few times... It was my fault, I was really rude."

Jack bowed politely, then said nothing more to Accelerator.

Meanwhile, Hatsune Miku and Aishina had already finished their chat.

"Ah, that child is so cute!"

After this little incident, the two of them walked together to the other side of the street, while Aisha and the others walked in the completely opposite direction.

Even now, Hatsune Miku still seems to have feelings for Aishina from just moments ago.

"You seem interested in that brat?"

"Hmm, if possible, I'd really like to be friends with that kid."

"Judging from appearance alone, there's quite a difference between you two, and the generation gap must be quite significant?"

"...Don't judge a book by its cover."

Hatsune Miku looked at Accelerator with some displeasure upon hearing his words.

"Don't let Aisha's appearance fool you. She just said that she's actually older than both of us combined!"

It seems that this is all the maturity that kid has achieved after living for so long.

Accelerator muttered a few words to himself before continuing his shopping spree with Hatsune Miku.

Since we've come all the way to the North District, taking a little time to see what this land looks like is a good option.

"Wow...what interesting snacks!"

After arriving at another street, Hatsune Miku bought a new type of candy from a roadside vendor.

It looks like a lollipop, but it's not wrapped around a stick. Instead, a hollow pumpkin floats on the stick, its inside constantly shimmering with a fire-like color.

Whether it's pumpkin or candy, even if you're an expert, you won't know what it tastes like without actually tasting it.

"Hello, would you like two servings of Piaopiao Pumpkin Candy?"

"What kind of weird name is this?"

"Okay, okay, don't talk nonsense... Yes, oh! Thank you~"

A girl dressed in what appeared to be a Halloween costume kindly handed two portions of candy to Hatsune Miku.

"Come~"

Hatsune Miku handed him one.

So, the first person looked at her with a strange expression.

"I never said I wanted to eat it."