Infiltration

"In the area observed by my Lesser Demon Eye, there are three places that are shrouded in thick fog and cannot be seen."

One of them is a public hot spring.

Secondly, the hotel lobby and cashier area.

Thirdly, there are staff rest dormitories built on the side of the hotel, which are also the staff's area.

What are your thoughts?

"Let my Little Spider go scout ahead..."

Mia, in conjunction with the curse, released a spider with the ability to become invisible, which was also relatively small in size.

Just as the invisible spider approached these three areas, it was immediately chilled to death by a cold aura...

"All three areas are protected by barriers... the Little Spider can't sneak in. Oh well! There's nothing I can do about it."

Just then.

A corner of the edge of a roof not far away.

"Owl's Guard".

Abel Raine, his eyes covered with a pale green luster, sat obediently on the edge of the area, making a comprehensive observation of the situation inside the hot spring inn.

The information analysis has been completed; return to the team to report.

"The situation is as follows in the three areas shrouded in white fog:"

In the lobby and cashier area, I could sense through the wall tiles that there was a very powerful entity inside, who seemed to be the "landlady" of the hotel.

Even Though the Owl's Eye activated, one could only vaguely glimpse a blurry, deep blue figure.

As for the central spring of the public hot spring, a powerful aura similar to that of the landlady emanated from it... At the bottom of the hot spring, there seemed to be some unknown danger buried.

As for the staff dormitories built against the mountain, they did not have the same dangerous atmosphere as the previous two.

Han Dong gently tapped Abel's arm with his small fist and praised, "Amazing..."

Among various eye-type abilities of the same level.

Han Dong's "Lesser Demon Eye" is absolutely top-notch.

But this is limited to visual observation only.

In situations like the one we are in now, visual obstruction prevents us from accessing deeper information.

However, Abel was different.

Abel possesses the power of a hundred beasts, which greatly enhances his five senses.

Perhaps "Owl's Eye" isn't as twisted as "Lesser Demon Eye".

However, Abel could also obtain different information through his sense of smell, hearing, and some unique animal instincts, and through comprehensive analysis, he could arrive at conclusions that Han Dong could not obtain with just one eye.

"Nicholas ... what do you think?" Abel asked.

"Let's go straight to the staff dormitory... There's no need to provoke these troublesome guys before we find the real ghost story."

"OK."

The group used the most discreet methods to slowly descend from the rooftop, deliberately taking a detour through the mountains and forests to quietly reach the dormitory building on the other side of the hotel.

As we descended from the roof and entered the woods.

As Han Dong turned his head, he unexpectedly caught a glimpse of the "boss lady" that Abel had just mentioned at the entrance of the hall.

Dark blue kimono.

When you step barefoot on the ground, a layer of water mist will be released.

She wore a jade hairpin and had a dignified hairstyle.

In his left hand he held an exquisite katana that reflected the moonlight, while in his right hand he held a poisoned blue dagger...

Its face was hidden in the thick fog and darkness, making it impossible to see clearly... The overall impression was one of great danger.

"It's necessary to avoid..."

We climbed up the dark mountain forest.

In the mountains and forests near the hot spring hotel, many poor travelers who had escaped here were found, but were still killed.

His body was hanging from a tree, and the fear in his eyes had not disappeared even after death.

After going around in a big circle, we finally arrived at the two-story dormitory building, which was built in a row.

All the young and beautiful shop assistants live here.

Han Dong even saw an advertising recruitment sign on the roadside.

This hot spring hotel is recruiting young women aged 18-25. There are no requirements for education or work experience. The only requirement is that they be dignified and presentable and meet the appearance requirements.

However, the hotel itself is relatively legitimate, at least in Han Dong's view, and it does not openly provide any illegal services.

So, what's the point of recruiting so many young women?

"Unlimited manufacturing?"

Han Dong and his group observed the dormitory building for a short while.

Every so often, a beautiful waitress would walk out of the dormitory... and the ligature marks around her neck were clearly visible.

"Oldest One, the inn's staff didn't have these marks... If we can find out where these marks came from, we should be able to find the corresponding place in the ghost story."

Next, we need more covert infiltration methods.

Mia, you stay outside with Winry.

Abel and I tried to sneak into the staff quarters.

"Why not you and me?" Mia asked, sounding unhappy.

"The demon sword is on your person. Although it's sealed by Spider Silk, there's still a high chance it will be detected when it gets close to its owner... Abel and I will send you a signal once we find the [Crooked Neck Tree]."

"Okay... Here you go!"

Mia let a tarantula crawl into Han Dong's sleeve.

"Tell it if there is any danger, and Winnie and I will come to help immediately."

"Um..."

Just as the next waiter left the dormitory.

Two dark figures quickly disappeared into the dormitory building.

In the dimly lit corridor, illuminated only by moonlight, all the doors of the dormitory buildings were wide open... but none of the shop assistants were in their rooms.

The room, with its bunk beds, can accommodate four employees.

The dressing table piled high with cosmetics, along with dolls and women's accessories, suggests that the shop assistants lead normal lives.

Han Dong and Abel hid in an empty bedroom to observe for a while.

Every now and then.

A waitress wearing a kimono with marks on her neck will randomly walk out of an empty room... Why would a waitress appear in an empty room for no reason?

Just as Han Dong and Abel were rummaging through drawers and cabinets in an empty dormitory room, trying to find a hidden compartment.

Click!

The door to the private bathroom in the dormitory suddenly closed.

Then, the door lock was gently turned from the inside.

When the Door Opening reopens.

A smiling waiter walked out from inside.

The crow's feathers enveloped Han Dong, completely concealing him in the corner.

Abel then activated the turtle's protection, temporarily stopping his heart and wrapping his body in blankets...

Successfully concealed.

Therefore, the problem clearly lies in the bathroom.

"If the secret passage is located inside the restroom, wouldn't the staff just walk out directly? Why go through the unnecessary process of ' Door Opening and closing the door'?"

Thinking about this...

Han Dong recalled the interval between opening and closing the door, as well as the speed at which the Door Opening.

Try opening and closing the door again.

The originally cramped bathroom has been transformed into a downward staircase, with chills constantly emanating from below.

"Another design with Overlapping Space? There's a switch on the bathroom door? Is the switching done by opening and closing the door?"

The familiar voice of the old woman echoed in my mind, as if she was about to tell another bedtime story.

Ghost Stories - Kumogami