Telling Kiana a Ghost Story / The Hidden Danger Within Kiana

If Gwen went out dressed like that, he probably wouldn't need to think about how to convince Mei and Kiana.

"Um..."

Upon hearing Gwen mention such practical issues, Yae Sakura's composed expression subtly changed, and she shifted her gaze away from Gwen's muscular chest.

"There are some old clothes left by my father in the shrine. If you don't mind, they should be fine."

"Then I'll have to trouble you Miss Yae."

Gwen nodded, sitting in the bathtub watching Yae Sakura leave...

"Now it seems that this Yae Sakura is indeed the real person, but Hiyori..."

Tsk, as expected, real-life bosses don't lurk in the deepest part of the Demon King's castle waiting to be killed; they're more likely to be lurking in the starting village...

Furthermore, what methods can I use to defeat the mechanic-based monster Hiyori, in this illusion?

Demon Seal Slash and Ground Splitting Slash?

I can try, but without the source of the Five Elements power, its effectiveness is hard to determine, and I also need some time to familiarize myself with the power within my body...

Tai Xu Sword Qi..."

While Gwen was racking his brains trying to figure out how to deal with Hiyori, this guy who was obviously a mechanical monster, and even a numerical monster—

"..."

Because of the unpleasantness of their first meeting, Kiana, the lost girl who had a grudge against Hokushin Mei, suddenly had a faint golden glint in her eyes, almost imperceptible.

However, this faint golden light was clearly caught by the wandering swordsman, Hokushin Mei, who was staring at her.

"It seems you're not as simple as you appear."

A cold voice came from Mei's lips, while her purple eyes revealed a hint of interest.

"Hmph, do you think I'm not simple?"

Kiana, arms crossed, didn't understand what the guy opposite her was saying, but she still raised her chin with a smug look.

"I'm not talking about your mediocre skills—"

It seems there's another person hiding inside you.

Looking at the white fluffy ball in front of her, Hokushin Mei, who had been sulking with it for the past two days, suddenly felt a sense of relief, and a smile even appeared on her lips—

Why should I get angry with such an idiot?

Just enjoy it.

"Hmph, utter nonsense!"

Kiana's eyebrows furrowed in anger, and she felt that the woman in front of her was becoming increasingly hateful.

"It seems you know nothing about this..."

Mei, having changed her perspective, felt that the white fluffy ball in front of her was a great source of amusement, and shook her head with a smile.

Want to fight?

Seemingly sensing the intellectual disdain from the other party, Kiana widened her eyes and waved her rather delicate little fist.

"Heh, isn't there a demon exorcist here?"

At least he came back from outside, so I'll go ask him if he knows anything about it...

Mei ignored Kiana's provocation, casually tossed out a sentence, turned around and left the shrine, completely disregarding the white fluffy ball of fur behind her.

Chapter 212 Telling Kiana Ghost Stories

"Almost there, it fits fairly well."

Wearing the clothes that belonged to the former owner of this shrine, which seemed to be left by Yae Sakura's father, Gwen did a few simple movements and nodded.

"As long as it fits, it's fine."

Yae Sakura nodded, and looking at Gwen, who had changed into a well-fitting formal suit and was now a man of great stature and appearance, she couldn't help but feel a little more admiration in her eyes.

However, after more than five hundred years of being trapped in unforgettable nightmares, Yae Sakura was only slightly amazed, but not completely captivated, and soon got down to business:

"Gwen, what are you planning to do next?"

"Integrate our fighting forces, and then... storm the Tenshukaku— "

Whether the enemy there is real or fake, let's take down this target first.

According to the information provided by Yae Sakura, in countless dreams, no matter what form Hiyori ultimately appears, he always leaves behind at least a superficial BOSS in the Tenshukaku.

If time weren't so tight, Gwen certainly wouldn't mind accompanying Hiyori through the process.

But since there isn't much time right now, Gwen has no choice but to try a brute-force approach to break the deadlock.

By integrating their main fighting force, they can storm the Tenshukaku, further analyze the enemy's power through battles with the targets left there by Hiyori, gain a deeper understanding of this world, and then...

"You seem to be in a hurry?"

Upon hearing Gwen's plan, Yae Sakura raised an eyebrow in surprise.

"..."

Gwen remained silent, but pointed a finger at the sky, indicating that Hiyori was still listening.

Seeing this, Yae Sakura didn't ask any more questions, and simply nodded.

Having reached an agreement, Gwen and Yae Sakura immediately headed outside.

However, before the two could return to the front hall of the shrine, they bumped into Kiana was striding towards them.

"You're an exorcist, right?"

Before Gwen and Yae Sakura could even voice their questions, the clearly angry white-haired girl spoke first, looking Gwen up and down.

However, whether it was because Gwen revealed his true good looks after changing clothes, or because his dignified appearance in formal attire made him seem more believable to the girl, the somewhat unfriendly girl quickly added:

"I have some questions about demons and monsters that I'd like to know. Could you please help me with that?"

"Of course, it would be an honor."

Gwyn didn't know what had happened to the Kiana in front of him, but it was unusual for it to act like a princess. However, Gwen nodded and readily agreed.

"You guys chat first, I have some things to take care of."

Seeing that Kiana had come to her, Yae Sakura left, leaving Gwen with space to talk to her.

Moreover, since Gwen is preparing to storm the Tenshukaku, Yae Sakura naturally needs to make some corresponding preparations.

"Let's go over there and talk."

Gwyn glanced at the table where Kiana and Mei had been staring at each other, and noticed that Mei had already left. Gwen simply led Kiana towards that table.

After taking his seat, Gwen casually straightened his clothes, looked at Kiana, and asked gently:

"So, young lady, is there anything you would like to ask me?"

"Um..."

Although Mei so much that he just wanted to find Gwen, the exorcist, to prove that he was innocent and then thoroughly mock that arrogant woman.

But when Kiana was actually sitting face to face with Gwen, she subconsciously didn't want to ask the question.

After her gaze wandered for a moment, Kiana, under Gwen gaze, revealed a curious expression:

"That...

Since you are a demon slayer who travels the world to slay demons and monsters, could you tell me what types of evil spirits you have encountered?

I plan to continue traveling the world, so I'll inquire beforehand to be prepared if I encounter similar situations later.

As she spoke, Kiana seemed to think that what she said made a lot of sense, and stared at Gwen with great interest, completely forgetting her unfriendly tone at the beginning.

"If you're really curious..."

Gwen, still puzzled as to what the white fluffy creature in front of him wanted, smiled and agreed to her request.

Even though their past and Remembrance are altered in this illusion, their fundamental personalities remain unchanged.

Given the other person's personality, as long as they can establish a connection with Kiana, she will definitely be eager to participate once she learns that there are demons here.

With Kiana joining the team, Mei, who is currently at odds with Kiana, won't miss out either.

In this way, if Gwen tries to win over the Raven outside, he will have assembled his own army.

As for how a fake demon hunter like himself could tell Kiana a story of slaying demons and monsters?

By combining the ghost stories I read in my previous life with some genuine combat experience interspersed throughout, I should be able to fool them without much trouble.

As the sun set, Hokushin Mei at her waist that was far superior in quality to Gwen's, entered the shrine and saw Kiana with her hands supporting her chin, listening intently to Gwen's story.

"..."

Seeing this, Mei raised an eyebrow, but wasn't too surprised.

After thinking it through before, she had a clear understanding of this matter, and this only confirmed her guess.

This time, Mei didn't go up to provoke the girl who did indeed look like a young lady after coming down to be well-behaved. She just leaned against the pillar with her sword and listened to Gwen's story.

Kiana glanced at Mei upon her arrival, but seeing that Mei didn't seem inclined to interrupt, Kiana ignored her and continued listening to Gwen's story.

For Kiana, who already had little in her mind and now only possessed a fabricated life arranged by Hiyori, Gwen's story was quite fascinating and captivating.

Even if Gwen's story is nine parts fiction and one part truth, it's still far more fascinating than Kiana's illusory Remembrance.

Soon after finishing his story, Gwen didn't say anything more, but simply picked up the water on the table and took a sip.

Seeing that Gwen had finished his story, Mei, who was standing to the side, also spoke up leisurely:

"A good story, but there seem to be some logical problems."

"Reality is not a play; it doesn't require reasoning or logic."

Gwen simply smiled at Mei's sharp comments, which were even more indifferent than when they first met.

"Moreover, if everything were logical and reasonable, there wouldn't be so much suffering in reality."

"..."

Mei raised an eyebrow upon hearing Gwen's words.

However, before she could speak, Kiana, who was opposite Gwen, suddenly stood up and glared at her angrily:

"You idiot, if you can't speak properly, then don't speak at all. Don't you feel ashamed to doubt other people's efforts like that?"

Chapter 213 The Hidden Dangers of Kiana

Kiana believed that those stories were all things Gwen had personally experienced, and the girl, who had grown to Gwen more after half a day, automatically categorized him as an ally, and naturally couldn't stand Mei's "sarcasm".

However, Mei, ignored Kiana, who was just a child, and after a moment of contemplation, nodded to Gwen:

"Indeed, if everything in reality were logical and reasonable, the world wouldn't be like this."

"..."

Gwen smiled but remained silent, his gaze softening slightly as he looked at the white-haired girl opposite him.

Sure enough, Kiana is still the same Kiana, always so outspoken about the plight of others...

However, Mei was right this time; he really did make these things up...

"I'll make it up to this idiot when we get back..."

After answering Gwen, Mei finally looked up at Kiana, scrutinizing her from head to toe, a look that nearly made Kiana explode with rage.

"As for you... I simply maintain the proper skepticism towards everything I haven't seen with my own eyes—"