One-way traffic

pat.

Just now, a girl holding a camera and with the speed of a gust of wind arrived directly behind them.

"Finally found you...! Now you can't run away—!!"

"You still have the energy to chase after us?"

Turning around, Accelerator spoke weakly to Aya Shameimaru in front of him.

"That's it! Listen up, no matter if you're human or some other kind of monster, I'm going to interview you properly! There's so much I can find out about you, and I definitely won't let this kind of headline-worthy story slip by!"

Let's talk about it after you can catch up with me.

Accelerator looked at the girl in front of him, who was aggressive but couldn't scare anyone at all, and could only scoff in boredom.

at this time.

Suddenly, he felt as if his hand was being held beside him.

"Big brother, you seem... troubled?"

Komeiji Ren, standing beside him, directly grasped his hand and stared intently at Aya Shameimaru in front of him with a somewhat confused expression.

It was after this action that...

"Well, so be it."

Then she raised her hand.

For an instant.

From mid-air, without any warning, countless rays of light burst forth.

Those were all like hearts in the bullet comments.

"Eh?"

"Hmm, although I don't know who this big sister is, it seems that the big brother that Lianlian likes is being bothered a lot by you, so could you please just die? Lianlian will hang your corpse properly at the entrance of the Earth Spirit Palace. I think big sister will be happy to see it."

"Waaaaaahh ...

Before anyone could react, countless heart-shaped bullet comments were already exploding towards Aya Shameimaru's direction.

Although the tengu girl was startled by Koishi Komeiji's series of dangerous words, she still held the title of the fastest in Gensokyo.

No matter how many comments like these come in, she can easily dodge them.

However, the heart-shaped barrage bombarded the ground in one go.

The explosion caused Aya Shameimaru to instinctively shield her eyes with her hands.

And when she looked ahead again…

"Gone again..."

Whether it's Accelerator or Komeiji Komeiji, they have both completely disappeared from where they were.

"Ugh, seriously! What's wrong with that human?! How can he be faster than me? And what was with that child just now?!"

While all of this would certainly be interesting as news content, it's meaningless if it can't be filmed.

Aya Shameimaru sighed deeply, completely giving up on everything.

"Forget it, I'll just look for him another time... Waaah, I can only use random news from the street as news today, so frustrating..."

Completely giving up, the Tengu girl wore a mournful face and could only slowly fly away into the distance.

However, what she didn't notice was...

A newspaper that had already been prepared drifted down slowly in a gentle breeze.

And the direction it fell was precisely where that sunflower field was located.

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"…Um?"

In the quiet flower field.

A figure in a red and white dress appeared and disappeared among them.

Holding up a parasol, her green hair fluttered in the wind.

At the same time, the woman also noticed a newspaper falling from mid-air.

She narrowed her eyes slightly, raised her hand slightly, and the newspaper came directly into her hand.

The woman simply glanced at all the content above.

"...The white-haired, red-eyed human who resolved the Spring Snow Incident, even the demon tree that could make all things embrace death, and the Journey to the West demons annihilated?"

Looking at the contents, she couldn't help but slightly curl the corners of her mouth.

"This is really interesting, Gensokyo lately."

That smile was both dangerous and full of elegant charm.

Chapter 468 The Full Moon over Gensokyo

Shift perspective.

Now, Accelerator and Komeiji have arrived at the Magic Forest, which is far away from the Sunflower Field they just visited.

"Wow! Big brother is so amazing! He was able to carry Lianlian so far in one go!"

Naturally, the person who ran away with this little girl was Accelerator himself.

He was also annoyed by Aya Shameimaru's relentless pursuit, so he simply flew back to the starting point at a speed exceeding the speed of sound.

That being said, although the decision to bring Koishi Komeiji along on the journey was made on a whim, and Accelerator also used his ability to reduce her burden during the trip...

After experiencing supersonic flight, all they felt was fun? It seems we can't apply conventional logic to these monsters.

In any case, to avoid running into someone like Aya Shameimaru again, we'll leave the area in front of that flower field for now.

After releasing Komeiji Ren's hand, he once again used his iron cane to support himself on the ground.

That said, my arm is almost fully healed, and I'll probably never need this thing again.

"Is everything alright now?"

"Hee hee~"

"I don't have time to continue with you, so kid, let's part ways here."

"Oh dear, is big brother already going home? It's such a rare opportunity, Lianlian wants to play with big brother a little longer."

Unfortunately, I was in a hurry and had no intention of continuing to fool around with you.

Accelerator said this nonchalantly.

"Let's leave from here. Anyway, you're a monster, so you're unlikely to be attacked by other monsters, right?"

"Yes, that's definitely true."

"That's fine then, there's nothing more to say."

The first one then planned to leave without looking back and head to the next area.

"However, today is a very unforgettable day for Lianlian."

However, just as he was about to take a step, he heard a girl's voice behind him.

He turned his head back, and there stood the girl, gazing at him with a smile on her face.

"For Lianlian, today's experience is unprecedented."

"Then do whatever makes you happy."

"Although I don't know what big brother meant by those words, no one has ever said so many things to Lianlian before, not even my sister!"

"Ah...so whatever makes you happy."

Faced with the girl's series of remarks, Accelerator could only respond in a dismissive manner.

But no matter what, Komeiji always showed him a happy smile.

"Thank you! Even though it was only for such a short time, Lianlian really likes you, big brother!"

"...Don't give me that nonsense that will lead to misunderstandings, you stupid brat."

Looking at that innocent and naive smile, the first person, no matter how much they wanted to say, could only let out a helpless "tsk".

"Hehe! If big brother ever wants to find Renren, then come to the Earth Spirit Palace to find Renren~!"

"Unfortunately, I have no idea where that kind of place is. Besides, after only a dozen minutes of conversation, there's no need to get that familiar with each other."

He sighed unhappily, just as he was about to say something more pointless to the girl in front of him.

"Oh."

But then a familiar voice came from behind.

"I didn't expect you to come here... I haven't seen you all morning. The shrine maiden of Hakurei Shrine was wondering where you had gone."

Upon hearing the voice, Accelerator turned around and saw a familiar figure walking straight towards him from the other end of the forest.

Alice, the girl who makes seven-colored dolls.

Two petite dolls followed beside her, and she walked fearlessly through the magical forest even when she was alone.

Because her address is right here anyway.

"How did you end up in a place like this?"

"I should be asking you. I couldn't find you at all after I woke up this morning. I heard you went to Hakurei Shrine and then went to Reimu's place to look for you, but I still couldn't find you."

"It's not like he's a kid who'll get lost at any moment, there's no need to take care of him to this extent, is there?"

Regardless, Alice has now definitively confirmed Accelerator's current whereabouts.

Whether it was a misperception or not, Accelerator vaguely sensed that Alice's expression... seemed somewhat relieved.

"So, what exactly are you planning to do on the outskirts of the Magic Forest?"

"It's obvious to everyone, isn't it? He was just dragged into this by that brat."

Accelerator clicked his tongue in displeasure. In fact, part of today's trouble did come from Komeiji Komeiji behind him.

Although the main trouble still comes from Aya Shameimaru, it is ultimately related to Komeiji Komeiji.

Alice then said something that surprised Accelerator.

"Who are you referring to, 'little devil'?"

"what?"

This sudden remark startled him.

When he turned around again, he discovered...

Komeiji Komeiji, who had always been by his side, had completely disappeared without him noticing.

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This is a region located deeper within hell.

Above that, there is a sign with the words "Earth Spirit Hall," and within it, there exists a being that is extremely extraordinary.

"Lianlian, are you back yet?"

A girl with light pink hair, a quiet aura, and a dazzling presence like a serene crystal.

And, on the chest, a third eye that is open, connected by countless lines.

She called out behind her without turning her head because she realized that her sister had returned.

then.

"Lianlian's back—big sister~!"

"…Huh?"

It wasn't until this moment that she was truly surprised.

The pink-haired girl turned her head slightly and looked at the other person with an incredulous expression.

At this moment, his younger sister was facing him with an extremely happy smile.