One-way traffic

The two opened the car door and got out.

It seems they have already returned to Academy City.

Through the alley, it was clear that the sky outside was approaching dusk, and there was no one else in the alley except for them, so there was no reason for any panic.

"First of all, I don't know what you've been through."

Seeing that Accelerator still had no intention of turning his gun away, Takibayashi had no choice but to raise his hands helplessly.

He explained to the first person, word by word.

"I have never seen the space you mentioned, nor have I ever seen the eyes in that space. The reason you are in this car is simply because I sensed your presence after I came to this world. When I found you, I saw you lying near a riverbank."

"You sensed my presence? You can do something like that from this distance now?"

"I've been through my share of tough situations, so don't underestimate me now."

Looking back, Takibayashi was also someone with a soul system like them. During the time they hadn't met, he must have gained a lot of powerful abilities.

"So, you mean you didn't do anything after you came into this world, and just saw me lying on the riverbank and then saved me?"

"You should have mastered mental abilities by now. Since you can read my mind, there's no need to keep pressing me for answers, is there?"

"Tsk." The first person clicked their tongue in displeasure.

But then he put away his pistol.

"How do you know so much?"

"Well, as I've already said, don't underestimate me now. I can tell to some extent what kind of power you can wield now."

Takibayashi smiled and patted the car next to him.

Swah——

The moment he slapped the car door, a young man who looked like a thug and had fallen unconscious appeared in the driver's seat inside the car.

Without a doubt, they were just petty thugs that could be found everywhere in this city, on the streets.

"When I first came to this world, I didn't have a suitable identity, so I used my current abilities to find a random passerby."

"After I was replaced in his body, the people of this world saw me as no different from him. Of course, now I've returned this guy's identity to him. He should wake up in about an hour, right?"

"You wouldn't suddenly switch places with me, would you?"

"Just kidding. My ability may be abstract, but it still can't break through your reflexes. Besides, it can only be used on ordinary people. Against those who are too strong, it's basically ineffective."

For Takibayashi, the ability to switch identities was merely a tool to deceive others and prevent him from causing riots in various worlds due to his sudden new identity.

This is not the focus of their discussion.

"However, it's not like I know nothing at all."

Takibayashi opened the back door, sat down in the back seat, and looked at the first person.

"You did mention something about 'eyes' hidden in other dimensions, didn't you?"

When this point was mentioned, Takibayashi's expression completely changed.

It became more serious.

"Just like I said before, I have never directly seen the kind of space and so-called eyes you mentioned."

"But as for information about those things, I do know a little bit."

——————————————————————————————————————

After returning to Academy City, Hatsune Miku was able to briefly enjoy the feeling of everyday life.

It's no longer about fighting and chaos, but simply about enjoying it all as a young girl.

"Hatsune Misaka! Can I really buy this?!" Misaka Misaka exclaimed excitedly, her mouth watering as she stared intently at the extra-large takoyaki.

"Of course you can, just don't eat too much, otherwise you won't be able to eat dinner!"

"Don't worry! Misaka won't lose control of her eating habits! Misaka Misaka is extremely happy with Hatsune-neechan's reasonable decision!!"

Hatsune Miku and Last Order strolled together on the street outside.

By slightly concealing her unique features, Hatsune Miku no longer needs to worry about being discovered and can go shopping with this petite, doll-like girl.

After Hatsune Miku transferred the money to the street food stall, Last Order rushed over excitedly.

"Wow!! Extra-large takoyaki! Misaka Misaka can't wait to dig in!"

Hatsune Miku bought two special takoyaki, which seemed to be larger than regular takoyaki. One was for the final creation, and the other was for herself to try.

After taking a simple bite, the little tuft of hair on Last Order's head seemed to come to life and began to twitch lightly.

It seems she really likes it.

"Well... he's just a kid after all."

Hatsune Miku smiled happily, and thought for a moment that it seemed only children would like this kind of snack-like treat.

"Saten-kun! This is the place! Their takoyaki is especially delicious! And the portions are huge!!"

"Wow~! It looks really delicious, and the price isn't too high, plus it looks so cute!!"

"Right?! No, no, please don't make that face like you're going to lift my skirt before that!"

Hatsune Miku and Last Order had just left when they heard this playful noise behind them. It was clearly two girls, and one of their voices sounded somewhat familiar.

Hmm... it seems this store isn't just popular with kids.

"Academy City really has so many places I haven't experienced at all..."

"Huh? Hatsune Miku has lived in Academy City for so long, why would she say something like that?" Misaka Misaka wondered.

"No, it's just that I'm so busy with my idol work that I don't have time to go out and experience all kinds of snacks and street food like I do now!"

Upon closer reflection, it does seem to be true.

In Academy City, I haven't really enjoyed life. Basically, apart from being an idol, I've spent all my time following Accelerator, going to different worlds and experiencing battles everywhere.

While the idea of ​​going on different adventures with that person in other places does sound very appealing...

But as expected, what I really wanted was to just go for a casual stroll around town with everyone.

The girl took a small breath, and the unique atmosphere of Academy City, mixed with the surrounding environment, filled her nostrils, giving her a relaxing and enjoyable feeling.

…That's wonderful.

"Once everything is over, let's all have a good time here and have some fun together."

"Huh...? Did Hatsune-neechan just say something?" Misaka asked curiously, since she hadn't heard anything.

"There's nothing there, it's just me talking to myself~"

Hatsune Miku chuckled and patted Last Order's little head.

To passersby, this scene looked like an older sister taking her younger sister out to buy ingredients for dinner, enjoying life together on the way.

No one would think that it would be extremely difficult for them to achieve such a heartwarming scene.

At least, I hope to experience more harmonious daily life like today in the future...

"We're back!! Misaka Misaka burst in from outside the door, hoping to give everyone a fright!"

As soon as the door opened, the last work hopped in like a little rabbit.

"Seriously... don't stand there so blankly, you might bump your head!"

Hatsune Miku, standing behind him, also walked in with a wry smile, carrying the ingredients for tonight's dinner.

…and then he froze on the spot.

"Oh? What a lovely child. Have you been taking care of her all this time?"

"Shut your mouth, or do you want me to kick you out right now?"

At this time, Huang Quanchuan and Fangchuan should still be outside. The extra chapter also mentioned that they were going out for a rare stroll today, so there should be no one else at home.

But at this moment, there were two figures in the living room.

Sitting on the sofa, Accelerator looked displeased.

as well as.

He stood up from the sofa, dressed in casual clothes, and gently greeted the last act of his life, who had just rushed into the room and almost collapsed.

"Whoa~! Misaka's body was caught!" Misaka exclaimed in surprise!

"Kids shouldn't be so reckless. Like that lady said, you might accidentally knock something over."

Takibayashi, a young man who is visiting this apartment for the first time.

After helping the Last Order who had almost fallen, he smiled and looked at Hatsune Miku, who looked surprised.

"Yo, long time no see, Miku-chan! I wonder if you've missed me~"

"Eh...?!"

Hatsune Miku exclaimed incredulously, yet with a hint of surprise.

"Yes, Mr. Takibayashi!"

They were once members of a three-person team.

Here, we can say we've all come together again.

Chapter 654 The Significance of the System's Existence

There's one thing that really annoys Accelerator.

That is.

'...What exactly is going on here?'

"So delicious~!!" Misaka Misaka exclaimed, both amazed by the quality of the food before her and even more astonished by Takibayashi-nii's ability to create such a delicious meal!

"Ah~ It's really a very good dish, at least much better than the rice cooker hamburger patties that Aiho has been making every day, right?"

"They can't compare to me at all. Well, what I mean is that I'm the one being compared to, and I have no reason to deny that."

After arriving at this apartment, Yomikawa Aiho and Yoshikawa Kikyo returned shortly afterward, and the same was true for the extra individual characters.

Once they got home, Takibayashi immediately started cooking for them.

"Well, actually I also have a useful machine here that allows you to take out and cook food without having to do it yourself, you know?"

"Oh? Really?"

"What is that?! Misaka has never heard of it before! Misaka exclaimed in astonishment, wondering if Academy City's technology had reached the point of creating something from nothing!"

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Takibayashi waved his hand and then pulled something out from somewhere.

…That was a napkin.

Anyway, he laid the thing out on the table, and after muttering something under his breath, on top of it—

Several food items suddenly appeared out of nowhere.

"Whoa—?!"

"It really appeared!!!" Misaka Misaka couldn't hide her shock, loudly proclaiming her astonishment!

Seeing that everyone in front of him was very happy, Takibayashi simply distributed the food that he had conjured from the napkin to everyone.

"Well, it's not quite the same as the technology in Academy City. It's more like a gadget from the near future. Well, it's not very useful to me overall, but it seems to be quite suitable... to please the kids."

And that's exactly right. Last Order is now completely obsessed with Takibayashi, like a ball stuck around him.

What happened?

A vague sense of unease began to rise in Accelerator's heart.

That brat shouldn't matter at all.

"Oh my~? First one, you've got a cute expression on your face, huh? Could it be that you're jealous of that kid?"

"You damn bastard, can't you just shut up?"

"Misaka's mouth was born to mock, to deny her existence like that? That's too cruel~"

Although the extra character was also surprised by the series of strange sights before her, she seemed to prefer using them to tease Accelerator.

In any case, Takibayashi certainly brought unexpected developments and joy to everyone in the apartment tonight.