Miracle Summoner

After Miyachi and the others failed in their mission, Kurahashi Genji realized that the Onmyo Agency was no longer capable of dealing with Rozen.

At least, for now, they couldn't do anything to him.

Even the strongest onmyoji of the current era, along with three other National First-Class Onmyoji, as well as the full forces of the Magic Crimes Investigation Department and the Exorcism Bureau, had been easily subdued by Rozen. If that was the case, what else could the Onmyo Agency do against him?

However, even if they couldn't do anything to him, Kurahashi Genji had no intention of giving up on Rozen's arrest.

Even if it was just for show, they had to go through the motions.

After all, a high-profile jujutsu criminal had entered the city where the Onmyo Agency was headquartered and had even appeared openly. If the Onmyo Agency backed down now, the public would certainly doubt and criticize them. For an organization that was expanding its authority and influence, such a situation was absolutely unacceptable.

Moreover, they had to provide an explanation to the government. Even though success was impossible, the Onmyo Agency still had to continue dispatching personnel to arrest Rozen.

And they had to send out high-profile personnel to demonstrate the agency's determination in capturing him.

Otherwise, if people saw through their half-hearted efforts, the consequences could be significant.

Thus, although Kurahashi Genji did not agree to let Yashamaru and Kumomaru take action, he still issued a series of orders.

For example, he commanded the entire Magic Crimes Investigation Department to be deployed, launching a citywide search in Tokyo to locate the hidden Rozen as soon as possible.

Additionally, he mobilized a significant number of Spirit Sight Officers to work with the investigators. Using their talent for seeing spirits, they were tasked with pinpointing Rozen's location. Even the three Special Spirit Sight Officers were dispatched, with no room for complacency.

Naturally, all National First-Class Onmyoji were also mobilized to arrest Rozen.

Kurahashi Genji ordered that not only the Magic Crimes Investigation Department but also the independent exorcists of the Exorcism Bureau must pursue Rozen during their working hours. To facilitate this, he granted all National First-Class Onmyoji the authority to arrest jujutsu criminals.

Among them were Miyachi Iwao, Kogure Zenjirou, Yuge Mari, and Yamashiro Hayato, who had been rescued and were confirmed to be unharmed. They had now been discharged from the Onmyo medical center and were actively participating in the operation. Even the semi-retired Amami Daizen was obligated to join the hunt, and National First-Class Onmyoji from outside Tokyo were recalled.

The scale of the operation was massive.

As a result, a certain independent exorcist who had been prohibited from taking action finally received permission to act.

"Ha!"

In a secluded alley, Kagami Reiji burst into laughter as he read the message on his phone.

Around him, several gang members lay sprawled on the ground, covered in bruises and injuries. It seemed they had just been beaten up by Kagami Reiji.

More precisely, Kagami Reiji had come here specifically to vent his frustration over being unable to take action, leading to this scene.

But now, the formerly sullen Kagami Reiji was ecstatic.

"Those idiots finally lifted the restriction. It's about time. Morons!"

He was overjoyed, his expression twisted with excitement.

Beside him, a tall and thin man hesitantly spoke up.

"You seem really happy, Reiji."

The tall, thin man looked at Kagami Reiji with a mix of shock and fear.

Upon closer inspection, there were also gang members lying at his feet. However, unlike those near Kagami Reiji, who were merely battered, these ones were lying in pools of blood, each bearing a terrifying sword wound.

The tall, thin man held a sword radiating sharp energy, and the spiritual energy emanating from him was so keen that it seemed capable of slicing through steel.

Kagami Reiji glanced at him before continuing to grin.

"We've got a new job, Shaver."

—Shaver.

That was the name of Kagami Reiji's shikigami.

Upon hearing Kagami Reiji's words, Shaver's eyes flickered.

"...This time, I don't have to hold back, right?"

As he spoke, the surrounding air suddenly dropped several degrees.

It was because Shaver's tone had changed—it became eerily gloomy and low.

"I was sealed and restrained for so long, and even after I was summoned, I was only given tedious clean-up tasks. I had to endure, endure, and endure."

"That wasn't the deal, was it? You didn't summon me just for this, did you?"

"You need me, don't you? Then why make me hold back? This isn't what we agreed on, is it?"

"Right, Reiji?"

Shaver suddenly began rambling, sounding as if he was complaining, but his voice was deep and beast-like, making it terrifying to hear.

Seeing this, Kagami Reiji wasn't surprised. Instead, he smirked coldly.

"Relax. This time, you don't have to hold back." He grinned maliciously. "There's someone truly worth cutting down. Go wild, Shaver."

Hearing this, Shaver smiled.

A smile as deep and dark as the abyss.

The most dangerous individuals were now on the move.

At the same time, various other people were also heading toward Tokyo.

…

"So, we've finally arrived, the Onmyo Agency's headquarters."

In the outskirts of Tokyo, a three-legged crow silently flew in and landed on the grass, revealing a young man in a luxurious black robe.

The young man gazed toward the Onmyo Agency, his eyes filled with melancholy, determination, and coldness.

At that moment, another young man approached.

"Everything is ready, right?"

This young man, however, wore a headband and had the appearance of a fierce delinquent.

"Yeah, everything's set." The black-robed young man nodded but sighed. "Are you sure you want to get involved in this mess, Touji?"

The delinquent-looking youth—Ato Touji—grinned.

"I've got nothing better to do anyway, so I might as well join in on the fun. Actually, this is what excites me the most."

The black-robed young man stopped trying to dissuade him and simply said firmly, "Then let's go."

With that, the two walked into Tokyo.

Behind them, two figures loomed in the shadows, exuding an unusual presence.

…

Elsewhere, two more individuals were also approaching Tokyo.

However, unlike the two youths before, these were two girls.

"The internet is flooded with reports about Tsuchimikado Akikan returning to Tokyo, and there are even pictures of Hokuto appearing at Onmyo Academy. It must be true."

One of the girls had long, jet-black hair, fair skin, and a tall, slender figure. Her stunning beauty was enhanced by her boyish outfit—a short jacket, shorts with leggings, fingerless gloves, short boots, and a sturdy camouflage backpack slung over her shoulder. The contrast between her attire and her natural elegance only made her appear more charming. She took a deep breath as she looked at her phone.

"That guy finally decided to come back. He left his shikigami out there for a year and a half. I really want to smash his head open and see what's inside."

The one speaking in such a haughty tone was a petite girl with twin-tailed golden curls. She had an incredibly cute face and wore a pure white dress, but her feet were clad in polished long boots, giving her a doll-like appearance.

Despite their different reactions, both girls had the same excitement in their eyes.

"This time, we won't be a burden to Akikan, Suzuka."

"Why do you think I spent the last year and a half training so hard?"

The two exchanged a glance and then smiled.

"Let's go."

"Let's give them all a big surprise."

Without hesitation, the girls headed toward Tokyo.

Spiritual energy flickered around them.

No, it wasn't spiritual energy.

It was fox aura.

It was ogre aura.

To find Rozen, the "Fox" and "Ogre" of the Tsuchimikado family had also arrived in Tokyo.

As more and more people gathered due to Rozen's return, the storm began to rise.