An Eye-Opening Experience. (Continued)

"Voice..."

"Momentum..."

As she uttered the first word of "bluff," a flash of light appeared on her neck, and then her head flew high into the air, leaving only the unfinished words echoing in the air.

Immediately, the uncontrollable resentment around him instinctively backfired, devouring his corpse completely.

"Looks like you're the one who got swallowed up."

Hasegawa Izumi calmly withdrew her movement, leaving behind a playful remark, and then blew away the remaining resentment.

"Thud."

The rosary rolled from his hand to the ground, Takeda Mie remained motionless, her mouth agape.

Isayama Yomichi's gesture of drawing her sword again froze in mid-air, her eyes wide.

They were completely stunned.

[Luckily, I didn't provoke this monster.]

Ran Guren, the Spirit Beast from The Lion King, felt a sense of relief.

What's wrong with you?

They didn't realize what was happening until Hasegawa Izumi spoke up.

"Hasegawa- kun, you're even stronger than I imagined!"

Takeda Mie, who considered herself fairly composed, couldn't help but speak up.

"Hasegawa-kun, you've really opened my eyes this time."

At this moment, Isayama Yomichi also sheathed his sword, walked over, and clapped as he did so.

"That was just swordsmanship, right? I knew you weren't lying to me."

The girl, known as the 'Kendo Prodigy,' has a keen sense for kendo.

That's why she knows how difficult it is to do that, so she doesn't hold back her praise.

"Did you think I would lie to you?"

Hasegawa Izumi raised an eyebrow.

"Of course... I was just kidding."

The girl responded with a playful smile, closing one eye as she spoke.

If her teammates knew about her performance, they would definitely be shocked.

"Young Hasegawa, who is this gentleman?"

"I can't believe it," said Takeda Mie curiously.

The two then introduced themselves to each other.

The girl learned about the grudges between them and explained the relationship between Izumo Kyouka and the organization.

"Since that Hasegawa killed her, will you have any problems Miss Isayama?"

"I asked Takeda Mie."

"He deserved to die. Now that he's gone, I doubt those with ulterior motives will investigate further. After all, a guilty dead man has no value."

Isayama Yomichi simply raised his hand in a casual gesture.

"Well then, I'll leave the rest to you. I'll be going now."

Hasegawa Izumi nodded to her as if it were a common occurrence, and then left.

"You're really not being polite! Well, I already promised you."

Isayama Yomichi watched his retreating figure, she took a chocolate bar from her pocket, crunched it with a 'crunch', and made a resentful face like a child.

"On another note..."

"Hasegawa's 'sword' is so strong, should we invite him to go there...?"

Volume 4: 15 Observational Diaries of Abnormal Humans

May 15th.

I spent half an hour observing today and found nothing unusual, but the Sage's judgment is never wrong; it's probably just not the right time yet.

May 18th.

Today I had a PE class, and it just so happened that the class I was observing was also there, so I observed for a while longer... I didn't expect that woman would secretly find an opportunity to be alone with the Sage and chat about some boring ancient history, ugh!

May 19th.

I discovered that the person being observed had purchased matcha soda. It was the first time I'd ever heard of such a drink. I was thirsty, so I decided to try it... Clearly, this wasn't a drink a normal person would drink. The fact that they could drink such a devilish beverage without batting an eye certainly suggests that they were recognized by Sage.

May 21st.

While reading in the library, I managed to squeeze in some time to read the final volume of * Love Metronome *. I was shocked that Kasishiko- sensei would write such an open ending. Is it Sayuka or Makoto? Or is there another possibility? But shouldn't love be selfish? And what about the Sage in the novel? How come he ended up dating the long-legged, black-stockinged upperclassman? How infuriating! What was Kasishiko- sensei thinking when she wrote this plot? I have to go and ask her in person!

May 23rd...

May 29th...

June 1st.

The opportunity is about to arrive.

Before I knew it, two months had already passed since I entered the second grade.

Nakano Miku is a quiet and reserved person in the class, even more so than in her first year. She usually only talks to a few of her classmates.

A girl wearing a wool sweater walked along the road, somewhat lost in thought.

"Hasegawa-kun, you'd probably be interested in the new Three Kingdoms game, right?"

She and that person had very few things in common, and this was the only opportunity the girl could find to get closer to him.

After arriving in the classroom.

Nakano Miku took out her phone, clicked on the chat box, typed a message, and then her finger hovered over the 'send' button, looking very hesitant.

Taking the initiative is incredibly difficult, especially when dealing with someone who seems unapproachable.

"Miku, I'm here to help you!"

A vibrant voice rang out, and a slender, fair finger reached in from the side and tapped her screen.

"Yotsuba, what are you doing!"

She looked up, her eyes peeking out from under her bangs showing a hint of panic.

"Wasn't I helping you? Miku, you should be thanking me!"

Nakano Yotsuba, hands on her hips, puffed out her cheeks in a huff.

"What kind of help is this? I don't acknowledge it."

"Is this what they call tsundere? Actually, Miku, you're secretly quite happy about it, aren't you... That way, even if something goes wrong, you can blame it on Yotsuba."

Nakano Ichika suddenly appeared, her expression full of amusement.

"No way!"

Nakano Miku insisted, then put on her headphones and said, "This is my business, it's none of your concern, don't interfere."

"Tsk tsk..."

"Such a strong possessiveness!"

The two sisters exchanged a glance and then both grinned mischievously.

Several tens of seconds later.

Nakano Miku received a reply.

Hasegawa: Sure, if you're free on weekend evenings, let's play online together.

"Hey-hey..."

The Girlish Heart was overjoyed, giggling as she clutched her phone tightly to her chest.

Second Year Class C, in the classroom.

"Sage, regarding your request for me to observe Nakano, it seems there's been some progress..."

Takanashi Rikka only mentions the most important information, ignoring the rest of the trivial details.

"Oh?"

Hasegawa Izumi let out a soft "Eh."

"I can sense some unusual fluctuations within her body... Could this be a sign of awakening?"

Takanashi Rikka asked with a curious expression.

Although she was already an Awakened One, the awakening process was still full of wonder for her and others like her.

The transformation from a cocoon to a butterfly is so captivating.

"Not bad, Rikka, you've already noticed that."

A hint of admiration flashed in Hasegawa Izumi's eyes.

This means that the girl's understanding of spiritual power and abilities has reached a very high level, only one step away from the Rank Three, lacking only a suitable opportunity. Now she can be called a half-step Rank Three- rank powerhouse.

A smug smile Takanashi Rikka's lips as she arrogantly declared, "As the number two figure in the Far East Magic Society, this level of progress is still too slow... Alas, even with the Wicked Eye of the Tyrant King, it will still take a considerable amount of time to analyze the laws of this world."

If others were to hear this soft sigh, they would think it evoked a sense of Versailles.

"Oh."

He chuckled and changed the subject.

"Perhaps due to a lack of stimulation, it's a bit later than expected, but Miku has finally caught up with the times. In this way, the Nakano family has at least some ability to protect itself amidst the tides of the times."

"She's a lucky one... Should I guide her into the 'other world' next?"

Takanashi Rikka's eyes darted around.

At that moment, the phone suddenly started shaking.

After glancing at her phone, Hasegawa Izumi looked up at her and said, "No need, let me do it."

"All right."

The girl responded crisply, turned her back, and pouted her little lips.

It was the weekend.

A night with a bright moon and few stars.

Thank you for your hospitality.

After finishing her meal, Nakano Miku rushed into her room, eager to get to her desk.

Suddenly, she stopped abruptly, her black pantyhose screeching against the ground, almost tearing.

She returned to the door with a serious expression, then locked it tightly to prevent her sisters from eavesdropping or attacking her.

"Beep..."

Then, she took a deep breath, temporarily suppressing her rapid heartbeat, and made a voice call.

"Hello, is this Hasegawa-kun...?"

After receiving the reply, Nakano Miku cautiously probed.

"Don't you know you made the call yourself?"

Hasegawa Izumi's rhetorical question made her somewhat embarrassed.

"Alright, get on the game now!"