"And don't think you can fob me off by playing the old man card. With what you got from him, even if you went back to high school, no one would necessarily recognize you, right?"
"Sure, you can deny it to the bitter end and keep dragging this out. He'll definitely step in and settle it himself eventually—but are you sure you want that?"
"Cough, cough, how could I... Actually, this requires some ritual magic as well. Come with me."
The old principal gave a light cough. As he walked, he muttered, "Honestly, my son-in-law is so disappointing. I really ought to find Konoka a dependable fiancé..."
"What are you looking at me for? Hmph. If that's what you're thinking, I suggest you give it up. He already has women around him."
"They're young. Until the moment they make their choice, anything is possible." The old principal smiled unconcernedly.
Evangeline smiled just as maliciously. "Really? He's old enough to be your grandfather... No, not quite, but he could certainly be your father."
"Oh, hahahaha! You're old enough to be the grandmother of several generations of my ancestors, yet you're still a little girl, aren't you?"
The old principal laughed twice. "Enough of that. There's not much danger, but we should get ready quickly. Since we were careless, we need to be prepared to bear the consequences of that carelessness... Hopefully it won't be too exhausting."
"Hmph. So you've finally come around. Chachamaru, make preparations. When the time comes, we'll head out directly."
"Cough, cough, wait a moment. More than that, I'm curious—how did you learn about what was happening there from so far away?" the old principal asked curiously.
"There! Portable Jiu Ming. If you want one, go ask him for it." Evangeline felt around behind her, pulled out a