The all-powerful middle schooler

Furthermore, subsequent investigations revealed that this was not limited to Japan, but was a widespread phenomenon throughout the world.

Some of these things were enough to terrify those of them who had spent years navigating the treacherous waters of the community and developed sharp minds.

"Really? Are these things true? I've never heard of them before!"

One of the invitees looked horrified.

"That's because it's under the highest level of secrecy. Considering the potential impact, the whole world is not planning to make it public at the moment, but rather to exchange information privately."

The man replied.

"Then, let's all share our thoughts?"

Everyone couldn't help but look at each other.

……

Meanwhile, inside the venue of the Bon Festival.

"Don't panic, everyone. This is just a normal astronomical phenomenon and it doesn't foreshadow anything bad..."

The monks from Guangming Temple promptly spoke up to calm everyone down and continue presiding over the event.

"Now let us light the 'welcoming fire' to welcome our ancestors!"

Following their knowledge, the people around lit the wood in the braziers placed on the ground. The firelight brought warmth to everyone, allowing them to continue immersing themselves in the festive atmosphere.

Seeing the smiles return to everyone's faces, the abbot breathed a sigh of relief.

Beside them, the Far East Magic Society stood apart, seemingly out of place in the harmonious festive atmosphere.

"Do you feel it?"

Hasegawa Izumi's eyes shifted slightly, but she turned her head to look at him without changing her expression.

The girls looked serious and were very vigilant.

"Ah."

"I felt death."

"To be honest, it's a little creepy."

The three women's expressions were genuine.

Although they haven't developed spiritual vision, their 'inspiration' has been enhanced through their practice.

The moment the blood moon appeared, they felt a chilling sensation as if they were inside an ice cave.

In addition, there was the ever-present, menacing gaze.

Then, in the next moment, they both activated their 'spiritual vision'.

Then, they almost gasped.

Unlike the original view, the venue, which was empty before the singing and dancing began, suddenly had hundreds of people, including men, women, and children, who looked no different from ordinary people.

"Are these guys all evil spirits? Dealing with this many might be a bit tricky..."

"If these guys were in their prime, they wouldn't be a threat at all. Death."

"Nonsense, if I could regain my power, I could take care of them with a single spell."

The minister was right there, but the girls, not to be outdone, kept spouting polite platitudes.

"Keep watching."

Hanase Izumi simply said one sentence.

Inside the venue, as the welcoming fire was lit, the monks retreated into the crowd.

"Dong dong dong..."

On the original open space, dancers dressed in traditional Bon Festival costumes arrived, holding fans or umbrellas and displaying various elegant dance moves.

Meanwhile, drummers, pipers, and other performers danced to lively music.

Let's join in!

Some tourists and locals then joined in the atmosphere.

The ghosts in their eyes also danced to the rhythm, appearing completely harmless.

"How is this going?"

This left the girls, who were on high alert, feeling completely bewildered.

When they tried to ask Izumi Hasegawa, she simply shrugged.

This is to let them find the answers themselves.

"That's true. Serious battles also test one's ability to adapt to changing circumstances... Now that we have a foundation, unless we encounter an insurmountable situation, there's really no need to seek the minister's help. Otherwise, the title we hold would be too undeserved!"

Various thoughts flashed through Natsukawa Masaki's mind.

Nibutani Morika and Dekomori Sanae weren't stupid either, and they instantly realized their current situation.

After exchanging glances, the three decided to hold back for the time being.

Even disregarding the implications of acting at this moment, just the thought of facing such a large number of evil spirits would be daunting for them.

They don't have that invincible, winner-takes-all mentality.

"Wise choice."

Hasegawa Izumi nodded silently to himself.

The 'spirits' currently present in the arena are still behaving in a human manner due to certain 'atmosphere' factors.

However, if one were to intervene and disrupt this atmosphere at this moment, it would inevitably provoke a fierce reaction from the 'spirits,' and even if they were not evil spirits, they would become obstacles for them.

Twenty minutes passed after that jump.

"Really? How long are we going to jump like this?"

Natsukawa Masuzu squatted to one side, resting her chin on her hand, looking bored and waiting.

"I asked around and heard that it takes more than an hour to jump."

Dansheng Valley Mori Natsumi's figure approached from afar.

"Let's try our luck with some lone evil spirits, Death."

Kabutomori Sanae suggested.

"Are you scared, huh?"

Dansheng Valley Mori Natsu stared over.

"How could it be death! Tokomaru fears neither heaven nor earth, how could he be afraid of a mere evil spirit's death!"

Sanae Tokomori looked anxious and said loudly with great dissatisfaction.

"Ugh, this is so boring..."

Feeling utterly bored, the silver-haired witch looked up at the gradually fading blood moon, listened to the song playing in her ears, and a new idea came to her mind.

Since nothing has happened yet, let's enjoy ourselves for now!

After all, this is a rare sight, and it would be a real shame to just stand there dumbfounded.

"Minister, let's dance!"

With a smile on her face, she approached Hasegawa, put one hand behind her back, and cutely flicked her right hand out as an invitation.

"Hey! Witch of Greed, can you be serious for once?!"

Nishikawa Morika couldn't help but remind him from behind.

"This guy is utterly despicable!"

Sanae Tokomori chimed in angrily.

"This is not a duet."

"Itsuki Izumi spoke up."

"I know... I just wanted the minister to experience this feeling too. Life should always leave some great memories, right?"

The silver-haired beauty touched her lips with her finger and blinked her captivating eyes.

The allure of that moment is unforgettable.

"It's surprising that you would say such a thing, Natsukawa. It has changed my opinion of you."

Izumi Hasegawa was also moved.

However, it wasn't the girl's beauty, but rather the emotion contained in those words that was so genuine.

Is she thinking of herself?

This is truly a strange thing.

"Eh……?"

Upon understanding the meaning of those words, Natsukawa Masaki's expression froze, and her delicate right hand unconsciously covered her lips.

Did I actually say those words unconsciously?

These unambiguous words reveal the witch's true inner transformation.

'Could it be that I'm really already...'

"Impossible, impossible! Although the minister has indeed done me a great favor, that's a different matter... Yes, it's just gratitude! I simply wanted to think of the minister's best interests!"

The thought of anything related to love made the girl's heart flutter, and a breathtaking blush appeared on her fair face.

"Ah."

Dansheng Valley Senxia narrowed her eyes as she watched her performance.

Sanae Tokomori looked disgusted.

Greedy Witch, do you think you're worthy of the Sage?

……

After that, Izumi Hasegawa still declined the offer.

Because he still has some idol image to maintain.

It's best to avoid dancing like this in public.

As time goes by.

The dance event also came to a close.

The performers and participants in the Dharma assembly all left the scene one by one.

Most of the ghosts who originally danced with humans dispersed with them, leaving only about twenty or thirty ghosts remaining in the area.

Suddenly, they twisted their necks and all looked in the same direction. Their previous normal pretense was instantly shattered, and they all turned into ghostly figures with terrifying features. Some had mouths that had merged with noses, leaving only a long tongue, while others had deformed bodies, one side larger than the other, or necks that were unusually long...

Their eerie and mournful cries then followed.

"Do you want to dance too?"

"bring it on!"

Join us!

27 square meters of gravel are not even half as good as mine.

Whoops!

The girls, facing all of this, were terrified, their brows twitching.

This scene was still too shocking for them, who had just embarked on the path of the extraordinary.

If it weren't for Hasegawa giving them confidence, they would have definitely turned around and run away. However, to maintain the high-class image that belonged to the organization, they tried their best to imitate Hasegawa's nonchalant demeanor, appearing as if they were lonely masters.

"Why? Why? Why not join us?"

Come on, come on, come on, join us!

The evil spirits' overlapping voices mingled together, and their covetous, sinister eyes were terrifying.