Tokyo: My Hundred Demon Scroll

Hayasaka Nao was a little nervous.

Even knowing that the other party would not harm her, the girl found it difficult to deal with the three-tailed fox with a normal mindset, given that it was a demon.

"Nao-neechan, you don't need to be so scared."

After Gu Yun's introduction, Hayasaka Nao gained a basic understanding of the three-tailed fox.

The three-tailed fox has a gentle personality, a big sister-like demeanor, and is quite skilled at taking care of people.

Nao Hayasaka faces immense work pressure, as she not only has to take care of Tanigumo's life but also manage the Iijima mansion.

From the company's perspective, the girl is her mother's confidante and advisor, often helping her solve problems.

Nao Hayasaka is indeed exceptionally capable, but with so much work, even an iron man would be exhausted.

"From now on, Sister Fox can take care of picking me up and dropping me off at school."

"If you need a ride..."

Nao Hayasaka asked, "Does Miss Three-Tailed Fox know how to drive?"

“That,” said the three-tailed fox, “I think it’s pretty simple.”

The three-tailed fox has a strong learning ability. Driving itself is not difficult; the only troublesome thing is getting a driver's license.

"The driver's license issue isn't a big problem; I'll take care of it."

"It's really quite unbelievable."

After saying that, Nao Hayasaka exclaimed with deep emotion, "Working with yokai is like a dream."

"However, why did you become an Onmyoji, young master?"

Nao Hayasaka realized she had been a bit rash and quickly said, "Ah, if it's a secret, you don't have to tell me."

Seeing the girl's distant manner, Gu Yun scratched his head helplessly: "Sister Naiyang, you don't need to be so polite with me. Even if I know magic or something, you are still my sister."

“And there’s nothing wrong with saying this,” Gu Yun said. “Actually, our Iijima family has had the ability to see yokai since my grandfather’s generation.”

"My abilities are stronger, so I can form contracts with monsters."

"Then, Madam, also..."

“My mother can see, but she doesn’t know magic.”

Gu Yun explained, "So, Sister Naiyang, Mother didn't mean to hide it."

Next, Gu Yun told Hayasaka Nao about her mother's experiences when she was young, and also let her know that not everyone likes having the ability to see ghosts.

They can see it, but they are powerless to change anything. They can only be frightened by monsters and become freaks in the eyes of their peers.

Such a life and childhood are pitiful to even think about.

"I can't believe such a thing actually happened."

Nao Hayasaka was surprised to learn that Tamaki Iijima had such an experience, and her admiration for the lady's strength grew even stronger.

"It's not that bad."

Gu Yun said, "Actually, my mother's younger brother, my uncle, also has magical powers, as does my grandfather."

"Our purpose in going to the countryside this time is to have the old man teach me various magical arts."

Through Gu Yun, Hayasaka Nao learned some secrets about the Iijima family.

This is a race whose bloodline contains spiritual power.

They are born with supernatural abilities, can see ghosts, demons and monsters, and some members even have the ability to learn magic and command shikigami.

This was the first time Hayasaka Nao had learned about the paranormal world, and she found it all very fascinating.

That's roughly how it is.

Gu Yun stretched; he was going to do his homework.

Elementary school students' homework isn't very difficult, it's just a bit time-consuming.

"Then, young master, are you going to fight those things in a place that neither my wife nor I know about?"

"No no."

Gu Yun knew that Hayasaka Nao saw him as someone like Kamen Rider or Ultraman, but she misunderstood: "Our Iijima family are not legitimate exorcists, nor do we make a living from it."

With Iijima Tamaki being so wealthy, Gu Yun doesn't need to rely on exorcism to make a living.

"And I don't know many people in this circle now."

Gu Yun didn't have many connections, but his grandfather did. The old man had told him before that he would take him to meet some colleagues who were related to the Iijima family, so as to continue this family lineage to Gu Yun.

"At least for now, I don't really know many people."

Aside from his grandfather, Gu Yun's only understanding of the exorcism circle came from Abe Shoaki, a traitor.

"In short, the Iijima family has neither the need to protect the world nor the responsibility to uphold justice."

"For me, magic is just a hobby, like the kendo and judo I learn in my daily life."

If one doesn't rely on magic for a living, then it's naturally just a hobby.

"I see."

Nao Hayasaka had a pretty good understanding of Tanigumo and the situation of the Iijima family.

Although they possess abilities, they are not orthodox exorcists; rather, they are more like folk masters hidden among ordinary people.

If they happen to encounter such a situation, they will help and do what they can.

They didn't encounter them, and they wouldn't go around the world exorcising demons; that's simply not the job of the Iijima family.

There are real exorcists and spirit mediums in this world; some of them live in seclusion among the people, while others work for the government.

In contrast, the Iijima family didn't have as many problems.

The old man is a horror novelist, and Gu Yun is the eldest son of the Iijima Group. They both have their own lives and are not bound by the world of demons.

And this is what Grandpa meant by 'Don't get too close to that world'.

Shortly after, the mother returned from the company.

Upon hearing that Nao Hayasaka knew the Iijima family's secret, her mother was somewhat surprised: "What if Nao is scared..."

Because of her supernatural constitution, Tamaki Iijima has been all alone since childhood. The reason she is unwilling to tell Nao Hayasaka the secret is that she is worried that the child will be afraid of them.

"Madam, please don't say that."

Nao Hayasaka was saved by her mother and received her immense kindness, vowing to dedicate her life to the mother and son.

The girl had suffered too much pain, which made her emotionally detached. Only when she was with Tamaki Iijima and Kumo Tani could she feel the warmth of the world.

So don't say it's just a threat from demons.

For them, even going to hell would be something Nao Hayasaka would be willing to do.

"Madam~~"

"Nao-chan~~"

The girl's heartfelt words almost moved Tamaki Iijima to tears.

As for Gu Yun, he watched this juxtaposition of lesbianism from the sidelines, utterly speechless.

“I’ve told you before, Mother.”

Gu Yun shrugged and prepared to get up and leave: "There's nothing more for me to do here, I'm going to rest."

"Ah, wait."

The mother stopped Gu Yun and said, "That guy called today and wants you to go out with him this weekend."

That rascal?

Besides my grandfather, who else could be called that by my mother?

"I was originally planning to go with you."

The mother was also in a dilemma. On one hand, there was her job at the company, and on the other hand, she was worried about her grandfather, fearing that he would lead Gu Yun astray.

"Now that Nao knows, let her go with you."

As she spoke, the mother placed her hands on the girl's shoulders and solemnly said, "Naiyang, you must remember to keep a close eye on that old man. Absolutely, absolutely do not let him corrupt Xiaogu Yun!"

"..."

Hayasaka Nao was somewhat bewildered, while Gu Yun was at a loss for words, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

So you haven't moved on from this yet?

Chapter 25 The Spirit Fox and the Demon Fox

A week later, in early spring, it was drizzling, but fortunately the temperature was warming up, so Gu Yun's little hands holding the umbrella were only slightly cool.

Two figures walked on the boulders in the courtyard. The mother, behind them, repeatedly reminded Hayasaka Nao to keep a close eye on Gu Yun.

"My two beautiful ladies, could you please hurry up?"

Gu Yun stood behind the gate, speechless at the two women: "I've told you so many times, I won't run away with the old man, you have to believe me."

And so, with her mother nagging, Hayasaka Nao took Gu Yun into the car and headed to the countryside.

“I’m going to meet that old Mr. Iijima,” Nao Hayasaka said. “I’m a little nervous.”

"It's alright, Nao-nee."

Gu Yun said, "Grandpa is a writer, you can just call him Teacher Iijima."

"Wouldn't this be too impolite?"

The other party was Tamaki Iijima's father, and the Iijima family had no male relatives.

Based on this calculation, Iijima is the eldest member of the Iijima family that Hayasaka Nao could think of.

Such a highly respected person must have accumulated prestige over a long period of time.

"Haha."

Gu Yun smiled and said, "Will you stay long or not?"