One-way traffic

If she stops killing humans, then Mana will stop chasing Kurumi, and similarly, she will stop harming those around Accelerator.

"Do as you please; it's your decision."

Accelerator has no time to care about the issues related to Itsuka Shido and Tokisaki Kurumi.

"Anyway, for me right now, there are more important things to deal with."

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A full day has passed since the last incident.

It is said that Shido Itsuka still saw Kurumi Tokisaki at school, but at that time he did not seem to choose to say the words he had prepared to Kurumi.

All choices will be made tomorrow.

Bang.

The empty coffee can was thrown precisely into the nearby trash can.

Accelerator sat on a nearby public bench, gazing at the night sky covered by clouds.

The time is 10:50 p.m.

Hatsune Miku had probably already washed up and gone straight to sleep, as she had to go to school early the next morning, but Accelerator was wide awake.

Everything that had happened the previous day was still echoing in his mind.

"...There are quite a few troublesome things."

The appearance of DO Apis clones, changes in the system, and the appearance of Kakine Teitoku.

And, tomorrow, Shido Itsuka will confess his thoughts to Kurumi Tokisaki, and the changes that are about to happen.

Accelerator certainly couldn't have imagined that Kurumi Tokisaki would compromise so easily; she must have her own reasons.

But whatever those thoughts might be, he had no time to care at the moment.

In his heart, there were things more important than Tokisaki Kurumi.

"This time it was just a clone, so what about next time..."

What if the real entity arrives?

If it is that kind of monstrous entity, even if the combined power of Accelerator, Hatsune Miku, and Advisari were to be used, it would be difficult to resist.

Accelerator couldn't imagine how he would have handled it back then.

Moreover, the fact that the clone has already appeared here means that the monster has already obtained information about itself in this regard.

Perhaps it's still watching me from somewhere right now.

The existence and motives of that demon remain a mystery.

In this mystery, Kakine Teitoku's sudden appearance creates a new mystery.

There are just too many things that need to be considered by one side.

Even as the number one in Academy City, she genuinely felt a bit of pressure from the depths of her heart at this moment.

but.

"Maybe we can make use of it."

The system, Kakine Teitoku, and that so-called word, connection.

If everything really is as he thinks.

Accelerator, who was sitting in place, looked up at the sky and squinted his eyes.

"I really hope no more trouble comes along, damn it."

And so it is.

As the night passed, the last vestiges of tranquility vanished completely.

Chapter 387 The Plan Belongs to the First

Good morning!

The energetic young woman walked out of the room as soon as she changed her clothes.

The whole day was enjoyable, especially the morning, which was like a catalyst for Hatsune Miku.

Looking out the window, it seems like a perfectly sunny day all day long.

"The weather forecast says there won't be any rain or overcast skies... Great! After school today, let's have something to eat that will energize us!"

With this in mind, the girl had already decided on her plans for the day.

She opened her door with a happy and cheerful smile.

"Let's go to school happily today!!"

"Don't even think about it, that kind of thing is none of your business today."

Snap—! The words, like a bolt from the blue, shot straight into the girl's heart.

"Eh... eh...?"

Hatsune Miku's body froze like a stone statue, and a look of utter astonishment appeared on her face.

"Um... what does this mean...?"

"literal meaning."

Sitting at the table, Accelerator was polishing something in his hands—a pistol called Silver Wing.

"At least for today, you shouldn't go to that school."

Hatsune Miku paused for a moment, then noticed the movement in his hand.

It's rare to see him meticulously polish his weapon; it seems something is really about to happen.

"What... happened?"

"It's nothing, just some trivial matters, but even trivial matters can be very annoying."

Accelerator did not explain what he meant.

"You should be able to guess it to some extent."

This is true.

That was something that could be easily recalled with a moment's thought, something that had happened just the day before.

"Kurumi...about it?"

"It's not just that guy. As I just said, her matter is just a trivial matter. It's not a problem at all if we want to resolve it."

After that, there are things that Accelerator really needs to pay attention to.

Recalling the details of what happened a few days ago, Hatsune Miku immediately opened her eyes wide.

"...Is it that demon?"

"Since that thing has already sent out a clone to attack us, it means that it must have come to this area, and it may even be watching us all the time."

There's one more thing that Accelerator didn't mention.

So far, the demons known as DO Apis have been exhibiting a state of extreme rage and inability to think rationally, which does not pose a serious threat to them.

Although it remains a formidable threat in terms of strength, its essence is like that of a rampaging beast. If it possesses power but lacks intelligence, it will ultimately be unable to cause significant harm.

But the situation has changed now.

That demon representing the abyss has actually learned to use the people Accelerator knows to launch attacks.

"The attack on Itsuka Shido is a prime example."

DO Apis has never shown hostility towards anyone other than Accelerator so far. The reason for this is probably because the other party has been in Accelerator's vicinity for a long time.

What were once just powerful beasts have gradually become more intelligent.

This is the most terrifying aspect, and also the aspect that Accelerator is most worried about.

“Since that guy dared to launch the first attack on our side, he will definitely dare to launch a second attack. We can’t control the timing. So, and there are more trivial matters than usual today. In order to prevent more unnecessary things from breaking out, you should stay here for now.”

Today is the day when Itsuka Shido will confess his feelings to Tokisaki Kurumi.

Even with his eyes closed, he could guess what would happen. Tokisaki Kurumi would never compromise like this; she must have her own agenda and would definitely do something to Itsuka Shido.

Kurumi Tokisaki herself is not much of a threat, but if, on top of these complicated and trivial matters, that DO Apis were to descend upon her.

Even if the person handling it is from the same party, they would still find it quite difficult.

But Hatsune Miku still doesn't understand this.

"But why stay at home?"

If Accelerator is worried about being attacked by DO Abis, then she shouldn't be left at home.

To protect Hatsune Miku from being attacked, you should keep her at your closest distance so you can keep a close eye on her.

But why would Accelerator suggest that she stay in the house at this moment?

It's like casting bait and waiting for a fish to bite, except... this fish is an incredibly ferocious shark.

If we want to protect her, having her by our side would be the best option, right?

There's absolutely no need to worry about it.

But the strongest man revealed an enigmatic smile on his face.

That was a very enigmatic smile that Hatsune Miku rarely showed.

It was as if they were plotting something.

"I have other methods."

At least for now, it is unknown.

What exactly is this strongest Level 5 superpowered user thinking?

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A small street with almost no people.

This street is the only way for students to get to school every day, but at this moment it can be accurately described as deserted.

It's probably because it's time to officially start working now.

Whether adults or students, most people need to go to work or school, so they naturally don't have time to wander around here.

Of course, this is something that Accelerator doesn't need to care about at all.

He walked alone on this deserted street, heading straight towards his destination.

This is really interesting.

Although Hatsune Miku was not sent to Raizen High School, he himself chose to go to Raizen High School alone.

When I checked the time on my phone, it was already close to nine o'clock in the morning.

Of course, he wasn't worried about being late.

Rather, they are genuinely concerned with certain other factors.

"That guy really doesn't dare to lay a hand on the students at that school."

Without relying on his own abilities, Accelerator simply walked slowly to his destination at the end of the street.

What appears before you is the campus of Raizen High School.

As always, while not particularly grand, it is still quite large for a typical school.

Accelerator raised his head and calmly gazed at the high school building in front of him.

—This building, now completely covered by a dark red semi-circular area, must have been a former building of Raizen High School.

"It was exactly as expected, or rather, it would have been strange if the outcome hadn't been like this from the beginning."

The dark red barrier felt strangely familiar to him, even at a glance.

The City of Food.

According to Hatsune Miku's original statement, once this so-called barrier-like thing is activated, all life forms within it will have their life force continuously extracted and transformed into the user's own power.

And Accelerator, who possesses this ability, only knows one person.