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She believed that even after decades, this incident would never be erased from her mind.
This incident left a deep impression on her.
"But if that's really the case, then doesn't that mean..."
“That’s right, that’s why I said if you really ran into Muzan Kibutsuji, you might not be able to stand here.”
Even when Kurumi Tokisaki activated the power of her Spirit Suit, she couldn't stop it; such power was beyond her ability to contend with.
"However, given the commotion this demon caused, it's unlikely that Muzan Kibutsuji would be nearby. Still, it's somewhat troublesome..."
If this conjecture is accurate, then no matter how many such demons are found, they will not be able to obtain information about Muzan Kibutsuji.
I originally thought that although there weren't many ghosts, I could still find some if I looked carefully.
However, this completely blocked information about Muzan Kibutsuji.
"Is there any other information?"
"That's all. I came here today to talk to you about this one thing."
"Alright, then I'll have to rely on you from now on. After all, if we can't get information from this source, we'll have to find other ways to approach it."
"Leave it to me without worry."
"By the way, I might be leaving here for a while soon. If there are any special circumstances, please contact me using the same method."
Are you going to be away for a while?
Hearing Kanzaki Teru say that, Tokisaki Kurumi blinked in confusion.
"Yes, I'll leave the intelligence on this matter to you as well."
Kanzaki Teru took the scroll he had obtained from Assassin from his bosom and placed it on the table. Kanzaki Teru pointed to the scroll, indicating that Tokisaki Kurumi should also take a look.
"what is this?"
"This is the latest intelligence I've received, although I don't know exactly what this person knows."
But he definitely knows some information I don't, and for that reason alone, I must find this person.
"Do you know where to find this person named Webber Velvet?"
As Tokisaki Kurumi browsed through the contents of the scroll, she asked Kanzaki Hikaru a question.
"I've heard of that name before; I think he was a teacher at the Clock Tower in London."
London?
Upon hearing Kanzaki Hikaru's destination, Tokisaki Kurumi nodded thoughtfully, seemingly muttering something to herself...
"So I'm planning to set off in a couple of days, since there probably won't be any effective progress on the matter of Muzan Kibutsuji in the short term."
"So fast! Then—"
A smile appeared on his face, but Kanzaki Teru couldn't discern the true emotions beneath that smile.
"Let's go on a date."
"A date?! Are you kidding me?"
Kanzaki Teru was also somewhat puzzled by Tokisaki Kurumi's seemingly random suggestion.
"And I don't have time for you—"
However, before Kanzaki Teru could refute anything, Tokisaki Kurumi placed a hand in front of his mouth.
"Didn't you say you'd grant me one request?"
"I did say that, but..."
"But what? Aren't you going to keep your promise?"
"But... is this really acceptable? Wouldn't it be better to use it for something more important?"
"This matter is also very important to me, it seems that Kanzaki-kun has not understood at all."
5.1 Seeing Kanzaki Hikaru's reaction, Tokisaki Kurumi also sighed with a slight sense of helplessness.
"Okay, that's settled then. See you tomorrow."
However, before Kanzaki Teru could refute, Tokisaki Kurumi simply disappeared into the shadows on her own.
Also gone were the tea set that had been on the table and the scroll that Kanzaki Teru had given her.
......
"Seriously, what is she thinking?!"
A good night's sleep did not bring Kanzaki Teru any mental relief, after all, he had just experienced the nightmare.
Kanzaki Teru is now much more cautious about his nighttime precautions.
Chapter 257: An Ordinary Date
Because of the increased vigilance at night, it actually made it harder for him to get a good rest.
Thinking about it this way, the best sleep I've had these past few days was after I was drugged by Shinobu Kocho.
Although some strange things happened during that time, nothing compared to being half asleep and half awake every night.
Being constantly on guard against attacks is less comfortable than being drugged.
Although Kanzaki Hikari looked a bit unwell, Tokisaki Kurumi, who was opposite her, seemed completely oblivious to Kanzaki Hikari's fatigue.
His face was full of anticipation and excitement, although Kanzaki Teru couldn't understand why.
"But you still came, didn't you?"
"After all, I promised you. But why did we have to come all the way to the park when we could have just met at the hotel?"
"Sigh, you still don't understand anything, Kanzaki-kun."
Upon hearing Kanzaki Hikaru's question, Tokisaki Kurumi let out a long, helpless sigh.
"So where should we go, number 23?"
"You're just pushing the problem onto me right away, although it doesn't really matter."
"I'm the kind of person who gets really excited and makes a plan when I'm doing something alone."
But those who simply follow the crowd when acting with others.
This was obviously a lie, but in order to find out what Kurumi Tokisaki was really thinking.
Kanzaki Teru decided to let her decide today's itinerary, since that would make it easier to see her intentions.
"Then let's get married first."
"what!?"
......
"This place is so beautiful! Don't you think so, Kanzaki-kun?"
"It doesn't matter how you handle it."
Although he said that, he felt the damp sea breeze blowing in his face, which was slightly mixed with the smell of fish.
Kanzaki Hikaru also felt a sense of exhilaration, and Tokisaki Kurumi led Kanzaki Hikaru directly to the beach.
Despite it being this season, there were still quite a few people at the beach.
And perhaps because it was a weekend morning, there were quite a few children playing happily on the beach.
After all, the daytime temperature is actually quite high, but after a while, there probably won't be many people visiting this place anymore.
Kanzaki Hikaru's nerves have been on edge these past two days, so being able to relax like this is actually a pretty good experience.
"How utterly unfunny! You're on a date with a beautiful girl like me, aren't you happy?"
"If you can still have this much fun when countless enemies are after your life, then there's something wrong with you."
Although I wanted to relax, I didn't know where the enemy was hiding.
Kanzaki Teru couldn't really enjoy himself, but he was actually quite grateful to Tokisaki Kurumi.
"This is so boring. Are you actually looking forward to my swimsuit?"
"Wearing a swimsuit in this weather would make you catch a cold, wouldn't it?"
"I don't want to hear such realistic advice, and besides..."
Reaching her hand under her skirt, Kurumi Tokisaki slightly lifted it.
Although I only saw a little bit, if I'm not mistaken, the black pattern...
"Hey! You're not really wearing a swimsuit, are you?!"
"Who knows."
Sticking out her tongue, Kurumi Tokisaki revealed a playful side completely different from her usual self.
"Forget it, I'm not interested in knowing."
However, Kanzaki Teru's words were like a bucket of cold water, directly extinguishing Tokisaki Kurumi's emotions.
"Hmph, you're obviously looking forward to it."
Seeing Kanzaki Hikaru's lukewarm reaction, Tokisaki Kurumi also turned her head to the side as if she were being sulky.
"Let's go to the next place."
However, this emotion did not last long. As if she had stirred up her emotions again, Tokisaki Kurumi said this to Kanzaki Teru.
Where else are we going?
“Stay tuned!”
Throughout the long period of time that they have known each other, Kanzaki Teru has never actually gone out with Tokisaki Kurumi.
It could even be said that they rarely have time to act together, given that their relationship is built on interests and transactions.
Although it can't be called a very close relationship, it's still much stronger than an ordinary one.
"Speaking of which, it seems like the first time I met you was in a similar situation, around October, I think."
"Huh? Kanzaki-kun, you actually remember something from so long ago? I thought you had long forgotten it."