"To put it simply, there's a cursed spirit lurking in the old school building. That's all you need to know."
Lynn had no interest in explaining further.
Besides, it wasn't exactly beneficial for ordinary people to know too much.
Yukino opened her mouth, about to argue.
As the client, shouldn't they have the right to know?
But the moment her eyes met Lynn's, she instinctively shrank back.
That engrained fear, it was something she had never experienced before.
It was etched into her very being, rendering her unable to speak.
She could only bite her lip and sulk in silence.
This was the first time in her life she had encountered such an unreasonable man.
The first who completely disregarded the unspoken rules of human society.
Even her sister couldn't do that.
And yet…
For some reason, an unexplainable emotion stirred within her.
She took a few deep breaths, trying to calm herself.
Then, she cast Lynn a complicated look.
At this moment.
This man was the rule.
And somehow, she didn't even have the courage to refute him.
…She was losing terribly.
But—
At least this wasn't a complete loss.
Lynn's words had given her some information.
Cursed spirit.
That must be the technical term for ghosts and evil spirits, right?
So…
Ghosts really exist.
She pursed her lips.
The floating chair back then.
It wasn't an illusion at all.
—
"Y-Yukino…"
Yui looked pale, her expression torn between fear and helplessness.
Ghosts are scary!!!
"We've taken over the incident in the old school building," Lynn said plainly.
"If you're scared, you're free to leave."
Honestly, their presence didn't matter to him.
That being said.
Yukino and Yui were definitely talented individuals.
The moment they stepped into the club, his Evil Pieces skill on the system panel had started flashing.
But—
They needed some training first.
"Go back?"
Yui's eyes lit up.
Did that mean…
She didn't have to face ghosts?!
Great!
She turned quickly, pleading with her eyes at Yukino.
But—
Yukino hesitated.
She clenched her fists.
She was…
A little unwilling to back down.
Huff~
She exhaled, her eyes firming with resolve.
"I want to go."
After all—
It was just a floating chair, right?
Sure, it was scary.
But—
She wanted to see the truth of the world.
"Yuigahama-san, you can head back first. I'll complete the Service Club's request alone."
Yukino wanted to see this through.
But there was no need to drag Yui along.
After all, they wouldn't necessarily have to face the ghost directly.
This was just her own selfish decision.
Yui was stunned for a moment.
Then, without hesitation.
"No! If Yukino is going, I'm going too!"
Even if she was scared, she could grit her teeth and push through.
To be honest.
She had zero confidence in herself.
But if Yukino was alone, she'd be scared too.
As her friend, she couldn't leave her behind!
Yukino was momentarily speechless.
"No, you really don't have to—"
"I'm part of the Service Club too, right?"
Yui interrupted, flashing a bright, reassuring smile.
"And besides—"
"We're friends! There's no way I'd let Yukino face this alone!"
Friends.
Yukino's eyes wavered slightly.
Her body trembled slightly with nerves.
But…
It didn't feel bad.
For just a moment.
A barely noticeable smile flickered across her lips.
"Alright," she said softly. "Let's go together."
Seeing their decision, Lynn nodded.
"Good. Then let's get ready to move."
"But first—"
"Let's deal with the little spy following us."
Lynn turned his head, his crimson eyes locking onto a certain spot.
There, peeking out from behind a wall, was a short-haired girl with an energetic look.
Her curious gaze was glued to them, watching their every move.
But the second their eyes met.
She froze.
"Ah… I've been caught."
Miko followed Lynn's gaze and immediately recognized the girl.
"H..Hana?"
"Hehehe!"
Now that she had been discovered, Yurikawa Hana walked out with a big grin.
Then, she trotted up to Miko, grabbing her arm.
That… exaggerated size.
Every time Hana hugged her, Miko couldn't help but lament her own figure.
"Hana, what are you doing here?"
Miko asked, confused.
"It's all because of you, Miko!"
Hana huffed angrily.
"I kept asking about your club, but you wouldn't tell me anything!"
"So, I followed you to find out myself!"
"Ahaha…"
Miko smiled awkwardly.
Well, after all.
The Supernatural Investigation Club was a devil's base.
Hana was just an ordinary girl.
She couldn't even see cursed spirits.
Bringing her into this world…
Wouldn't that be dangerous?
"And also—"
Hana's voice turned slightly resentful.
"You haven't gone shopping with me in forever…"
"Ah, uh…"
Miko started sweating.
It was true.
Recently, she had been neglecting Hana.
She spent every day going to the Zombie World to train.
She barely had time for anything else.
"Sorry, sorry!"
Miko quickly apologized.
"Alright, I forgive you!"
Hana patted her chest with a smug grin.
That easy?
Miko was stunned.
She didn't even have to bribe her with sweets?!
"Hehe."
Hana's eyes gleamed mischievously.
"But—"
"I want in on today's club activity!"
Miko's smile stiffened.
"Huh?"
"I heard everything!"
Hana's eyes sparkled with excitement.
"The old school building exploration sounds so fun!"
She clenched her fists, determined.
"This club is awesome! I want to join!"
"That way, I can spend more time with Miko!"
"And I can do fun activities too!"
"Perfect!"
Miko was speechless.
"Wait!"
She was about to refuse, but—
"Hana-chan~"
Hana suddenly pouted, her eyes welling up with fake tears.
Miko's resolve shattered instantly.
…This felt bad.
Something about this felt really bad.
Why did she have a feeling that Hana might also end up becoming one of Lynn's followers?
Good sisters…
Sharing the same fate?
(To be continued.)