A little while later, at Senso-ji Temple in Taito Ward, Tokyo.
Amid the sea of people there to pay their respects, Anjing Zhen's mother, Kikou Misuzu, could not help widening her eyes as she exclaimed in astonishment:
"There are really so many people in Tokyo..."
As she spoke, she turned to Kitasan Black and Little Anzu.
"Little Kita, Little Anzu, you two need to be careful. Don't let me get lost."
Before coming to Senso-ji Temple, Kitasan Black and Little Anzu had learned through introductions that Kikou Misuzu had come specifically to see Anjing Zhen.
They had already agreed yesterday to visit Senso-ji Temple today, so after introducing themselves and chatting briefly, everyone came here together.
Though they had not known each other for long, Kitasan Black and Little Anzu had already realized that Anjing Zhen's mother did not put on any airs as an elder.
Not only was she easygoing, but she also had a youthful mindset and could talk easily with them.
So, hearing the slight joking tone in Misuzu's words, Kitasan Black could not help but laugh before quickly nodding.
"Don't worry, Sister Misuzu. I definitely won't let you get lost!"
She had already grown accustomed to that form of address. Perhaps because of its intimacy, she had also recovered from her earlier awkwardness.
After making her promise, she wore a confident smile. Like an experienced tour guide, she pointed toward the temple and began introducing it with familiarity.
"Look over there, Sister. That's the Cleansing Station. Before paying our respects, we need to wash our hands and rinse our mouths there to show respect to the gods.
"And over there, where the smoke is rising, that's where people offer incense. We can buy a few sticks of incense later to make an offering.
"After that, we'll