Since ancient times, Onmyoji had been led by an extremely powerful Onmyoji. In fact, all Onmyoji and yokai would bow the moment they heard that name. That person was called Abe no Seimei!
After Abe no Seimei's death, Onmyoji gradually split into two factions. One faction primarily relied on traditional Onmyodo techniques, used talismans to subjugate shikigami, and their abilities were unpredictable. The leading family of that faction was the Keikain family, to which Yura Keikain belonged.
The other faction also relied on talismans, but their main combat style did not depend on shikigami, but on cursed armor!
Strengthen yourself with talismans, use cursed armor as a weapon, and purify yourself of impurities!
For centuries, these two factions constantly clashed, but neither managed to gain an advantage, and such a situation continues to this day.
In the past, Yura Keikain firmly believed that shikigami and traditional Onmyodo were the strongest, but today, her inability to summon shikigami and her powerlessness in front of monsters, as well as the strength of Nakano Yu stomping Kyūso, forced her to realize the true power.
This led Yura Keikain to begin doubting the faith she had carried since childhood.
"I am not an Onmyoji, but an existence that exists independently of Onmyoji and yokai."
Nakano Yu looked deeply at Yura Keikain, then shook his head and gave a negative response.
He is a God Slayer, a being simultaneously despised and blessed by gods, an existence far above Onmyoji and yokai.
"Does that mean Yu… is a seer?"
Hearing Nakano Yu's words, Ichika suddenly remembered Nini's serious tone and expression from the previous night, leaned forward, and asked.
"Yes, Ichika can think whatever she wants of me, even Ultraman."
The young man nodded and joked with Ichika.
Hearing that, Ichika suddenly realized that Nakano Yu was mocking her for calling herself Ultraman last night!
Her face immediately turned red, and she stretched out her hand to pinch him at the waist.
Honestly, if Yu has such abilities, why didn't he show them earlier? Just saying it with words, who in their right mind would believe it?!
Noticing Ichika's subtle movement, Nakano Yu smiled awkwardly.
Looking at Nakano Yu and Ichika, Yura Keikain took a deep breath. If she remembered correctly, Ichika said that Nakano Yu was her younger brother, but why were they acting so intimate? They didn't act like family at all; they looked more like… a boy and a girl?
Shaking her head, Yura Keikain stopped thinking about it and began to consider the meaning of Yu's words, "an existence far surpassing Onmyoji and yokai." She once again thanked Nakano Yu and left.
Soon, only Nakano Yu and Ichika remained in the vast villa hall.
"Have you calmed down? Ichika, you can come out now."
Seeing that Ichika felt much better, Nakano Yu spread his arms to let her go.
Hearing Yu's words, Ichika pulled away from the young man's embrace. Although she felt a little sorry to part, she had always considered Nakano Yu as family and it really wasn't appropriate to cling to him like this all the time.
But… Yu's embrace is so comforting. I wonder which woman in the future will be so lucky.
"Um… excuse me… Miss Nakano?"
As Ichika thought, she suddenly heard Arima Kana's uncertain voice behind her.
She turned and saw Arima Kana leaning against the iron cage door, looking at her with a gloomy expression.
Arima Kana was truly helpless. She had finally gotten a chance for the audition, but then, without any explanation, was captured by monsters and brought here. Even after being rescued, she was completely alone and didn't know anyone. She had only met Nakano Ichika once and exchanged a few words with her.
Arima Kana now felt like a lonely boat on a vast ocean, completely alone.
"Miss Arima! You've woken up?"
Seeing the unease on Arima Kana's face, Ichika quickly approached to support her.
She didn't know much about Arima Kana, but her previous interaction gave her the feeling that this girl, who resembled her, carried a lot of worries inside.
Nakano Yu also looked at Arima Kana, but was astonished when he saw the red-haired girl's face.
Arima Kana… it seems it has been a long time since he last saw her.
Of course, Nakano Yu knew Arima Kana. Although in his previous life he wasn't a hardcore anime otaku, he often watched anime to pass the time. After coming to this world, he often saw little Kana on TV.
However, that was long ago, back when he was a child. After Nakano Yu entered middle school, Arima Kana almost completely disappeared from TV.
Thinking about that, Nakano Yu walked toward Arima Kana.
"Thank you, Miss Nakano."
With Ichika's support, Arima Kana finally felt relieved to have someone she knew and quietly thanked him.
"No, it's nothing."
Ichika smiled, shook her head, and said.
"You are… Arima Kana?"
At that moment, Nakano Yu also approached, pretending to recognize the girl only now, and said her name.
Hearing that, Arima Kana looked at Nakano Yu in surprise, not remembering that she knew the young man in front of her.
If she wasn't mistaken, this young man was probably Nakano's boyfriend, judging by how close they had been before.
That's great! If she had a boyfriend like that, she wouldn't be struggling alone in the entertainment industry…
Moreover, this young man possesses abilities that ordinary people don't have.
Thinking of that, Arima Kana couldn't help but glance at the huge rat corpse on the floor.
But how do they know my name?
Surely someone this amazing is her fan? No, no, no, that's impossible. Maybe he just saw her somewhere and happened to remember.
"Oh, I forgot to introduce you. This is Nakano Yu, my younger brother. By the way, Yu, how do you know Miss Arima?"
Seeing that, Ichika introduced Nakano Yu, then after finishing, looked at him in confusion and asked.
Although Arima Kana was cute, Nakano Yu shouldn't know her, yet he immediately called her by name.
Could it be that Arima Kana is actually quite famous, and she just doesn't know it?!
"Don't you know, Ichika? Arima Kana was a very popular child star when she was little. I often saw her on TV."
When Ichika asked, Nakano Yu gave a pre-prepared excuse, then looked at Arima Kana.
Hearing Nakano Yu's answer, Arima Kana, who had been silent until then, suddenly froze, lifted her head, and stared at the handsome young man in astonishment, her large, round, wine-red eyes filled with shock.
He… he actually… he really still remembers me?!
Arima Kana was overjoyed. She was surprised that Nakano Yu remembered her and that she wasn't forgotten by everyone. She was touched that Nakano Yu didn't treat her as if everyone had long forgotten her, but had kept her in his memory all along!
It's so wonderful. The feeling of not being forgotten, of being remembered by someone.
Truly wonderful!