Anime Collector: Starting With the Malevolent Shrine-Chapter 186 - ⟴ Ayase’s Small Actions

"Well then, Daiki-kun, see you later! By the way, Yako has moved to Chiba. You might see her at Sōbu High when you return in a few days." Standing at the door, Subaru turned back as she was leaving, suddenly remembering to tell him about Yako's move.

Standing beside her, Shoko and Maki exchanged glances, surprised to learn that Subaru and Yako knew each other.

"Mai, aren't you going home? Staying at Inspector General Daiki's house seems a bit inappropriate..." Kasumi's voice trailed off as she considered Mai and Daiki's relationship, suspecting they had already crossed certain boundaries.

If she'd had the chance to talk earlier, she would have asked how Mai mastered the constant Black Flash.

"It's fine — I'm much stronger now. I've mastered Black Flash and I'm nearly finished learning the Reverse Cursed Technique. Both abilities require considerable talent."

Even Satoru Gojō struggled to understand Reverse Cursed Technique during his Jujutsu High days, while Shoko Ieiri had shown extraordinary aptitude for it.

Once Mai masters the Reverse Cursed Technique, her strength will increase further, boosted by her growing pure Cursed Energy. For a Grade 3 Sorcerer like her, advancing to Grade 2 is inevitable — and she might grow even stronger.

If her teacher Utahime hadn't insisted on leaving, Kasumi would have been tempted to stay, despite the potential consequences.

Maki's eyes flickered as she sensed the growing gap between herself and her sister.

As the last trace of Cursed Energy within her body strengthened, her Heavenly Restriction became increasingly impure, making further growth almost impossible.

Yet this wasn't entirely bad news — that strengthened trace of Cursed Energy had set Maki on a path entirely different from Tōji Fushiguro's.

Lowering her glasses slightly on her delicate nose bridge, she noticed her vision, which once couldn't perceive Cursed Spirits, beginning to blur. Without Cursed Tools, she could now faintly see the silhouettes of Cursed Spirits — proof that she no longer had zero Cursed Energy.

As Mai grew stronger, the Cursed Energy shared through their Twin Binding would strengthen too, until Maki herself became a Sorcerer!

'But... this means I'll never inherit the full power of the Heavenly Restriction. My strength will depend entirely on her.'

Maki looked up at her sister, and Mai, sensing her gaze, instinctively met her eyes.

Their eyes met, both widening in surprise — their connection had grown far stronger than before!

Maki looked away, unaware of the situation's gravity, sensing only their strengthened connection.

Kirino looked at the five people by the door and whispered to Ayase, "Iroha's future is concerning! She faces not only the Nakano quintuplets' siege but also Miss Mei and Miss Mai's advances. In such circumstances, her chances with Daiki-senpai seem slim — she might end up just another admirer."

Ayase's pretty face flushed — her own future seemed equally uncertain; that day she had nearly become a cream puff herself.

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"Ayase, what was Daiki-senpai's bullet that day for? I don't see any changes in Iroha's body!"

Iroha remained as petite as ever.

"Maybe... maybe Daiki-senpai was just joking." Ayase stammered.

Though initially uncertain, after that day's events, she had formed her own theory. The mere thought made her blush, and she silently cursed both the inappropriate ability and her senpai.

'But since Iroha has returned to normal, couldn't we pretend nothing happened? Is there still hope?' Ayase paused, then shook her head discreetly, 'No, it's her choice — I shouldn't interfere.'

Her empathy had led her to stop pushing Iroha to end the relationship, though she still hoped for some moderation!

As a young woman of the modern age with a promising future, how could she spend all her time clinging to Daiki?

Ayase's gaze turned cold as she observed Iroha sitting in senpai's lap — such impropriety drawing disapproval from both her and Mafuyu.

'And Teacher Mafuyu Kirisu, encouraging senpai down this path... we must devise a way to discipline them both.' Ayase mused silently.

Meanwhile, Mafuyu wrestled with similar concerns.

'Now Daiki-kun is dating a kōhai one year his junior — in two years, will he start pursuing even younger girls? I must correct this mindset. Even if I can't make him commit to one person, I won't let him become a complete scoundrel!' She resolved privately.

It was time to show him that older women were truly superior!

After Maki and the others departed, silence settled over the living room, and Ayase, ever proper, retreated to the kitchen to cook.

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Time flew by.

Night descended once more.

Fumino, who had been observing from outside, had left and was now dining with Maki, deep in discussion.

Without Kasumi and Utahime present, Maki touched her chin thoughtfully, looking surprised.

Meanwhile, Mafuyu had secured lodging at Daiki's house, sharing the adjacent guest room with Mai and Mei.

Watching Mafuyu expertly unpack various pre-prepared clothes from her bag, Ayase's expression soured.

As an ice beauty teacher at Sōbu High School, was this how she should conduct herself? What kind of teacher brings a change of clothes and stays at a student's house?

This woman's professional ethics and conduct were appalling.

As night fell, Ayase said softly, "Kirino, I need to discuss something with Miss Mei — sorry I can't keep you company tonight!"

Kirino was slightly surprised, but knowing her friend's personality, she didn't think much of it. In fact, the timing was perfect for gaming.

She had recently discovered a cute little sister game, but her Cursed Energy training with Mei had left no time to play it. Besides, she didn't want Ayase knowing about her otaku gaming habits — wasn't this the perfect opportunity?

"No problem!"

After Kirino's response, Ayase went straight to Daiki's room. Finding him alone, her lips curled into a smile.

She locked the door behind her, while Iroha and Mafuyu — both taking baths in different parts of the house — remained completely unaware.

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