"Huh?"
The girl's right hand was pressed against her face, roughly at the mouth area.
She tilted her head slightly, seemingly observing Tsurumi Aoi with considerable curiosity.
Another urban legend, both horrifying yet absurdly cute and innocent in appearance and behavior.
"This is Saori," Kamiyagawa introduced, "Tsurumi, you mentioned that the Fukujin's Blessing you have can dispel urban legends but can't harm them, right?"
"Yes."
"Can you let Saori get closer to you?"
"...Alright."
At Kamiya's indication, Saori moved closer to Tsurumi Aoi.
Close enough that they could almost touch each other.
Then, in an instant, a dense, golden aura began to flow from Tsurumi's body and the air around her!
Under the illumination and encasement of these golden lights, Tsurumi's aura transformed, becoming sharper, like a blade drawn from its sheath. Her pupils, originally deep brown, also took on a golden sheen at that moment.
"Huh!?"
