Crossover Anime: The Bull Demon's Road to Conquest

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Even Chizuru and Mikoto looked at Kagura with anticipation. Naturally, they still didn't dare to call that demon master, while Kagura seemed to be very much liked by that demon master.

Moreover, Kagura's older sister, Yomi Isayama, seems to be a capable assistant to the demon master. In any case, that night, they saw Yomi and two other valiant witches fight against Ushikun and destroy a row of school buildings.

It left a deep impression on me. If all else fails, I could call that Sister Huangquan for help!

Chapter 171 Search

"Yeah...I know."

Facing six pairs of expectant eyes, Kagura could only smile wryly and agree. Then, with a mix of guilt and hope, she dialed Yomi's number.

Huang Quan, who was dozing in the car, suddenly woke up, took out his phone which was on vibrate, and saw that it was a call from Kagura. The impatience between his brows disappeared, and he answered the phone.

"Kagura, is there something you need? Oh? Okay, I see... I'll be there in a bit."

Although Kagura's words on the phone were somewhat vague, Huang Quan understood immediately. He frowned slightly, a sense of worry rising in his heart. But since this was Niu Kun's intention, Huang Quan could not stop Kagura.

Despite her worries, Huang Quan decided to go along anyway. Fortunately, there weren't many alarms around, and with Saeko, Mei, and the others working together, things shouldn't go wrong.

After greeting Ayame Jinguji, who was in the countermeasures office, Yomi was about to get out of the car when Koji Iwabata suddenly called out to her: "Yomi, be careful. I just received news that Iizuna has gone missing. Although we don't know the details yet, this kind of unexpected event is probably... In short, be extra careful and report any problems to us immediately."

Huang Quan, who was holding onto the car door, was taken aback when she heard this. She then understood what Iwabata Koji meant and subconsciously glanced at Sakuraba Ichiki in the front row. However, the other party remained silent, as if he had known this all along.

"Okay, I understand."

Nodding, Huang Quan got out of the car. After the car door closed and drove away, Huang Quan silently stroked the blade, then turned and left.

The dilapidated old library building looked particularly eerie under the cover of night.

Seven girls stood hand in hand, arms around each other's shoulders, staring blankly at the rusty iron gate. A few days ago, they might have been skeptical about paranormal events, but now they were convinced that there really was an otherworld unknown to the general public.

The demons and monsters in the other world are really scary. Their curiosity has been severely dampened, and they are no longer so eager to explore the supernatural.

But... we're already here...

"Let's go... let's go. I've already called Sister Huang Quan, she'll be here soon."

Kagura encouraged herself and the other girls, then gritted her teeth and took the first step forward. To Hinako's and the others' astonishment, Kagura broke the iron lock hanging on the door with her bare hands.

“Wow…that’s amazing!”

Momoko's eyes widened in shock as she stared at Kagura, who was about the same size as her. Perhaps it was the amusing expressions of surprise on Momoko's and Kagura's faces.

Chizuru and Miku, who were also strengthened by the contract, were not as strong as Kagura, but they were still far stronger than ordinary people. Chizuru, who was showing off, held a crooked iron bone in one hand with a slightly smug smile and straightened it.

"That's...that's amazing! How did you guys do that?! Can you teach me?!"

Yu was incredibly surprised as he held Chizuru's slender wrist and looked at it repeatedly, his eyes filled with envy.

"This...cannot be taught. This power was obtained after I made a contract with a witch."

Chizuru quickly waved her hand. Although she also enjoyed this superhuman power, the price was losing her innocence and freedom, and she didn't know if it was worth it.

"A witch...?"

Upon hearing this, Kirie seemed thoughtful. With her short hair, she already had a boyish air about her, and there was also some hidden chuunibyou (adolescent delusions of grandeur). Seeing Kagura and the others' unusual behavior, she didn't seem so resistant to becoming the witch who was the master of that demon...

Pushing open the unlocked library door, a cloud of smoke suddenly billowed up, and everything became pitch black. Although Kagura and the other two girls had good vision in the dim light, Hinako and the other three girls who followed them did not.

Fortunately, they were somewhat prepared. The girls took out small black flashlights with a retractable strap, so they could hold them or put them on their heads, freeing up their hands.

In addition to flashlights, the girls also prepared some self-defense weapons, such as fighting shields that could be strapped to their wrists, as well as rubber batons or telescopic batons, which looked more like the weapons that delinquents would use for melee combat.

"It's a pity that time was too tight, otherwise it would have been better to get some helmets and stab-proof vests."

Kirie tried out a cane with a horizontal branch, and her eyes sharpened. Although she was still a little afraid, with the weapon in hand, the short-haired Kirie really did look like a boy.

Although the flashlight was small, the light it emitted was still quite bright, and with the light, the scene inside the library came into clearer view of the girls.

Several badly damaged bookshelves lay sprawled on the old, dirty floor. The paint on the walls was peeling and swarming with ants and insects. Most of the ceiling panels had fallen off, and cobwebs hung densely from the corners.

The wall revealed gray-white reinforced concrete, and in the corners, rats, unafraid of strangers, crawled out and stared at a few stunned girls with their scarlet eyes.

Hinako swallowed unconsciously, then suddenly felt a pang of regret. She wasn't afraid of ghosts anymore, but she was terrified by the rats and insects, and her legs felt weak.

Even Chizuru and Miku, who were witches, felt a little scared. However, they had just put on a show at the gate, and it would be too embarrassing to be afraid now.

Kagura was relatively better off; she wasn't frightened by the insects and rats and was able to observe the first-floor hall more calmly. The original books had long been moved out, leaving only a lot of miscellaneous items, which had now become garbage.

"Let's go, don't be afraid. Now that we're here, let's investigate thoroughly."

Kagura walked ahead with a serious expression, carrying a wooden sword used for practice. Although she was also unsure of herself, she wasn't really scared. On the contrary... Kagura felt that she was getting into the zone again.

Just like a couple of days ago in that abandoned school building, Kagura's eyes became even clearer, and Chizuru and Miku seemed to be influenced by Kagura, becoming less afraid.

"Um...where is the supernatural spot? What...what should we do next?" Yu asked Kagura cautiously, holding two brass knuckles in his hand and swallowing hard.

Kagura has clearly become their leader, and the others seem to have accepted her as the captain without any objection, all subconsciously looking at her.

However, while Kagura was fearless, she lacked experience and could only think for a moment before reluctantly suggesting, "How about... we search each room one by one?"

"How long will this search take?" Hinako asked instinctively.

"Let's take a look first, maybe... we won't need to look for it later..."

Kagura said in a deep voice. The other girls didn't react at first, but soon their faces stiffened, and they obviously understood.

Without them even needing to search, they knew something was coming for them. Once they understood, a chill seemed to surge from the soles of their feet to the top of their heads, as if freezing their consciousness.

However, as Kagura said, since they were already here, could they really turn back without seeing anything supernatural? While it wasn't impossible, they weren't that familiar with Niu Kun yet, and their fear was more of an instinctive dread—more of a fear of Niu Kun than of ghosts. So…

"Let's go... let's go..."

Chapter 172 Relying on Oneself

Click~

Not far from the dilapidated and abandoned library.

An Iveco van stopped, and Natsuki peered at the dilapidated building, yawned, and then looked back at the van: "So, the first group's mission is protection, with Yuuko, Hitagi, and Tsubasa on the operation. The second group, Yuno, Sayu, and I, will stand by for now. As for Aki, she will stay behind as a medical personnel."

This time, Niu Kun did not travel with them. Instead, he appointed Xia Shu as the commander to assist and support Kagura and the others. As for Niu Kun, he remained at Misumi Academy when they set off.

In the afternoon and evening, Niu Kun, who was fighting against many, still won an indisputable victory. However, because they were going to take action that night, he did not knock Xia Shu and the others unconscious.

So in the evening, after a short rest and a bath, Natsuki and the others set off with the supplies that Rika had prepared, even though the powerful magical artifacts had not yet been created.

However, the technological equipment used in syringe tissue research is not entirely useless. At the very least, it is much better than the common products on the market. What appears to be just a thin garment can even block close-range shots from a submachine gun.

It can even absorb most of the impact force, and it can perfectly block rifles at medium range. As for melee weapons such as swords, it can be said to be able to cut through iron like mud, and it is also very sturdy and durable.

They are still basic weapons without any special abilities, but the advantage is that there are enough of them to fully arm all the women. Once they are dressed in uniform, they look like a special combat team.

Therefore, as the only one with a true military background, Xia Shu was appointed as the commander by Niu Kun, and Xia Shu lived up to Niu Kun's expectations, easily taking on the responsibilities of the captain.

The reason why Yuuko, Hitagi, and Tsubasa were sent out as the first group was that, during the afternoon's chaotic scene, Hitagi and Tsubasa were not so indulgent and satisfied their desires in a restrained manner, which allowed them to recover their strength more quickly.

As for Yuko, being a ghost, her spirit body absorbs her master's still-life magic much faster, so she naturally doesn't need to rest any longer. Secondly, it's because all three of them... are good people.

Natsuki had no doubt that if Yuno were sent to protect them without sufficient supervision, the delicious meal that the masters had temporarily prepared would likely be disposed of by Yuno.

Although Yuno is very obedient to her master, she cannot control herself. Her instincts sometimes override her subjective will. Natsuki believes in Yuno's loyalty to her master, but he does not believe in Yuno's instincts.

Therefore, the correct approach is to keep Yuno by your side, monitor her at all times, and even be ready to retaliate at any time. As for Sayu, Natsuki doesn't think she poses any threat.

However, Natsuki also didn't think that Sayu was of any use right now. Sending her to protect someone... tsk, Natsuki felt that she might need to protect one more person later, so she decided to keep her by her side as well.

On the contrary, Yuuko, Hitagi, and Tsubasa... although they are not professional combatants, Yuuko is a ghost who has lived for fifty or sixty years, and she has shown considerable combat power and awareness in the previous battle with Ushikun.

While Hitagi and Tsubasa were just ordinary high school students before, they were anything but ordinary. They could be described as exceptionally talented young girls who should not be underestimated and could be entrusted with important responsibilities.

As protectors, their abilities are sufficient, but their character cannot be ignored. Whether as the ghost Yuuko, the demon cat Tsubasa, or the crab spirit Hitagi, their natures are more or less inclined towards kindness and integrity.

Similarly, Aki Nijo, who stayed behind, is also a truly good person, and it's only natural that he would become a healer.

"Ready? Then... Demon Mobile Force, Direct Guard Tactical Team, First Group, depart!"

Dressed in a full black tactical uniform, almost armed to the teeth, Yuko patted her helmet, which was equipped with a full set of sights, and shouted out the unit number she had just thought of with great momentum.

Although Niu Kun had not yet given her approval, the playful and fun-loving Xi Zi took on the role of group leader on her own initiative, and neither Hei Yi nor Yi objected, so the decision was made hastily.

"Demon Mobile Force... Direct Guard Tactical Squadron... Listen... Hmm, not bad."

Xia Shu muttered to herself, even recalling her past experiences. Less than a month ago, she was a professional exorcist special agent selected from elite training programs in Special Operations Section Four.

How did she suddenly become a crazed woman who only thinks about stealing Yuuko's licking ability from Yuno?!

Xia Shu frowned, feeling that she had been far too decadent lately. Although... her master's penis was indeed very tempting, but...

'Have some self-control, Natsuki! How could you be so perverted?!'

Xia Shu unconsciously licked her lips and suddenly felt that carrying out the mission was so boring!

It's better to just fight Yuno for the cow's genitals and lick it...

Natsuki subconsciously turned to look at Yuno, who, sensing Natsuki's gaze, looked up and met his eyes, only to feel utterly bewildered. The woman opposite her, the driver, was someone who, in every sense, was always getting in her way...

How annoying!

Sensing the disgust and hatred in Yuno's eyes, Natsuki could only turn away expressionlessly. Yuno would surely not hesitate or waver if given the chance to kill her.

She thought Yuno and she had a good relationship, but it seems that it was just wishful thinking on her part.

squeak~

bang~

The broken door, once pushed open, collapsed to the ground, raising a cloud of dust.

Kagura frowned, covered her nose, took a half step back, fanned away the dust, and then subconsciously sniffed again, her eyes narrowing as if she had sensed something was wrong.

A faint stench of decay wafted through the air. It wasn't the musty smell of an old building, but rather... the stench of rotting meat, enough to make one want to vomit.

"Have you noticed that the air...smelles...and smells worse?!"

Kagura turned to look at the other girls huddled together and asked somewhat uncertainly.

"Indeed, it wasn't this smelly when we first came in."

Wujiang subconsciously took a deep breath, then his face froze, his features tightened, and he instinctively wanted to vomit, but he covered his mouth and nose and answered in a muffled voice.

“It seems…”

Kagura mumbled something indistinctly, then subconsciously took out her phone again, but unfortunately... there was no signal.

"Phew, for now... we can only rely on ourselves."

Pretending not to care, Kagura casually put her phone away. The unease and fear on her face had vanished, replaced by a more resolute and calm look in her eyes.

Meanwhile, in the deep, dark alleyways.

Huang Quan stopped in his tracks, gripping his knife as he looked at the figure blocking his path. It was a familiar figure; Huang Quan easily recognized the person.

Mezuna no Kichiji.

"Your body...has recovered?!"

Tilting his head slightly, Huang Quan didn't seem very surprised. Without even waiting for the other person to answer, Huang Quan continued, "Is it... that white-haired brat?"

In the shadows, the figure silently raised its head, took a few steps forward, and came into the light. Its pale face resembled the makeup applied in a Japanese Noh play.

His pitch-black pupils, flashing with an eerie red light, resembled those of a demon—no, he was already a demon.

After realizing the truth, Huang Quan slowly drew the Lion King Sword. The bright blade reflected on Iizuna Noriyuki's face, and hatred surged, his killing intent increasing sharply.

"The Underworld..."

Before the deep murmur had even finished, the scarlet, glaring scythe had already slashed out.

Chapter 173 Truce

"Huh? It seems... the owner here isn't very welcoming to us?"

Upon entering the dilapidated library in her high-top military boots, Yuko immediately sensed hostility. After all, she was also a ghost, and as a fellow ghost, she could easily spot any clues the other party might have.

Of course, the other side will also notice Yuko and the others' whereabouts immediately, after all, this is their territory.

The dimly lit, dilapidated hall was illuminated by a powerful lamp provided by Lige. As military equipment, it was naturally much brighter than the small flashlights used by Kagura and the others.

Although Yuko doesn't actually need light, she's just getting new equipment and wants to show it off and play with it. Meanwhile, Hitagi and Tsubasa, who are holding special firearms, are much more cautious in their actions.

The research on paranormal phenomena using syringes is not very in-depth, but some results have been achieved. The approach is very similar to that of the Ministry of Defense, both aiming to integrate previous research into military technology to form a mass-producible anti-paranormal force.