It's time to set Nagatsuki free.

Chapter 459 It's time to set Nagatsuki free.

"Ancient City".

"Teacher Shi? What brings you here?"

During lunch break, Shichen brought Himeragi Yukina and the others to the station.

Aiba Asagi and the others are already there.

"What? Aren't you welcoming me?" Shi Chen asked with a smile.

"No, it's just a bit of a surprise." Xiao Gucheng quickly shook his head, his gaze falling on his younger sister behind Shichen.

"I was just a little bored, so I accompanied Fengsha to pick up his brother's friend."

"Hehe~ Thank you, teacher!" Xiaofengsha said happily.

"Wind and sand..."

..." Xiao Gu showed an indescribable expression.

He was well aware that his younger sister had feelings for Teacher Shi, since Xiaofengsha had been talking about him a lot at home.

This made him very upset, and the key issue was that he couldn't stop it.

"Teacher, would you like some water?" Asagi Aiba came over with a glass of water.

"I'm a little thirsty." Shi Chen took the half-full water bottle from her hand, opened it, and took two big gulps.

Behind the clock, Yukina Himeragi silently watched this scene.

She didn't really need to come, but since Cu Shichen was coming, how could she, who was keeping an eye on Bu Ge, not come?

Moreover, accidents are quite common at train stations during these kinds of holidays; who knows whether the people who come will be good or bad?

"It's quite a lively day," Shichen remarked as he handed the water back to Lan Yuqiancong.

The station is packed with people, almost overflowing, mostly visitors to Itogami Island.

"I've heard of this festival before, but I didn't expect it to be such a large-scale celebration," Yukina Himeragi added.

"Setsuna, you haven't been here long."

Shichen smiled at her and explained, "It's a grand event. Not only do all the businesses on the island take a holiday, but it's also easier to get permission to visit Itogami Island during this period, which is why tourists flock here one after another."

The so-called festival naturally refers to the Haruin Festival, which is the biggest celebration held in Itogami City every year.

Whether it's fireworks displays, outdoor performances, or costume parades, all kinds of activities will be held during the week of this festival, with the entire island celebrating together.

During this period, at least 120,000 tourists visited Itogami Island. This may not sound like a lot, mainly because the island is quite far from mainland Japan.

This number is already quite astonishing.

Because Itogami City is a special zone for demons, it does not usually accept visits from people other than those related to businesses, research institutions, and their families. Ordinary tourists or journalists need not be mentioned. For people who hope to do business with companies in the special zone for demons, the festival is the best opportunity to openly enter the city.

A few days ago, all the GG media outlets in Itogami City began to promote the news of the Haruin Festival, and the TV station also arranged special programs. GG merchandise for the occasion was also broadcast in a big way.

The whole island was indeed bustling with a festive atmosphere.

"Is this a holiday based on Halloween?" La Fria asked.

"Mm." Shi Chen nodded gently.

This wasn't his first time experiencing it, but today it was especially lively, and because of the crowds, it was really hot.

He almost didn't want to come anymore.

"Why Halloween?" La Fria continued to ask.

Itogami Island is an artificial island and has no traditional ethnic customs, but non-routine activities such as festivals are very effective in providing entertainment or excitement for the residents.

Therefore, as part of serving the people, the artificial island management commune, referencing Halloween, devised the Bolongin Festival.

Such a celebration.

"I think it's because Halloween was originally a ritual for exorcising demons, so this kind of behavior is very fitting for the Demon Zone," Yukina Himeragi said earnestly.

"That seems... to make sense," La Fria agreed.

"As expected of Setsuna, she knows so much." Sayaka Kirasaka immediately praised.

But Yukina Himeragi didn't even look at her and continued, "In ancient Celtic beliefs, people believed that at the beginning of winter, the passage between this world and the spirit world would open, allowing a large number of elves and witches to flood in... In order to protect themselves from these monsters, they would wear masks and light bonfires. It is said that this is the origin of Halloween."

"I see." Shi Chen nodded knowingly.

"Teacher, don't you know?"

"How could I possibly know? Have you forgotten that I didn't belong to Itogami Island in the first place?"

"I almost forgot."

"Xuecai knows more." Shichen reached out and rubbed her little head.

Himeragi Yukina is a magic user trained by the Lion King Organization using elite education, so it's normal that she knows a lot.

"Teacher..." Himeragi Yukina looked both enjoying it and keeping a straight face.

"So that's how Halloween costumes and pumpkin monsters came about?" La Fria asked.

"Yes, and the Halloween legend itself is not entirely without basis, because it is true that the spacetime continuum becomes unstable during this period. In addition, there are reports of cases in the past where humans encountered visitors from different timelines and uninvited demons from other worlds." Himeragi Yukina said seriously, holding the time on her hand.

"Spacetime is unstable..." Shi Chen couldn't help but ponder.

He vaguely remembered what was about to happen at this point in time; perhaps it was time to liberate Nagatsuki.

"Brother Chen, what's wrong?" Natsumi Yese asked with concern.

"It's nothing... By the way, Kojo, when are your friends coming?" Shichen shook his head and asked Kojo.

"It should be quick..."

"Kojo!" Before Kojo could finish speaking, someone shouted from above.

The clear, neutral voice was very loud in the crowded arrival hall, and everyone couldn't help but look up. What came into view was a figure leaping down.

The owner of the voice actually leaned out from the stair railing and jumped down towards them.

And it's quite obvious that the other person is a beautiful and lively girl.

As the girl landed smoothly, her appearance was revealed. She had a short bob with curls at the ends, wore a hooded, belted jacket, and shorts that showed off her long, slender legs. Her slim calves and chunky basketball shoes made her look particularly charming.

"?"

Akatsuki stared at her, stunned. After a long pause, he asked uncertainly, "Yu...Yu-ma?"

"It's me~ Long time no see. Looks like you're doing well, Kojo." The girl named Yuma replied with a smile, her eyes narrowed.

Xiao Gucheng looked at her helplessly: "What are you doing? You almost made my heart stop... You're still as reckless as ever."

"Hehe~" Yuma stuck out her tongue shyly.

She then realized that her behavior had made her the center of attention in the hall.

"Xiaoyou!" Xiaofengsha excitedly ran over and hugged her.

"Is it a sandstorm? You've turned into a beautiful girl, I didn't even recognize you~" Yuma hugged her as well.

"How could that be? Didn't you send photos before?"

"But the real person is even more pleasing to the eye than the photo."

"No way~" Xiaofengsha said embarrassedly, glancing at Shichen involuntarily.

"Hmm?" Yuma noticed it naturally and looked over as well.

"Yuma, let me introduce you. This is our teacher, Shichen. The others are his students and... friends." Xiaofengsha immediately helped with the introductions.

"Teacher, wow, you're so handsome!"

"Right? Right?" Xiaofengsha said with inexplicable smugness.

"But why are there so many girls?"

"This..." Xiaofengsha was speechless.

"Are there any people here who are close to you, Kojo?" Yuma asked Kojo teasingly.

No...

'

"Haha~" Yuma laughed loudly.

"What are you doing? What do you mean?" Akatsuki asked, annoyed.

"It's nothing... it's just that you're as good as Kojo."

"What do you mean?!"

"What's going on? What's happening?!" Yase Motoki suddenly asked, looking somewhat shocked.

"What's wrong with you?" Shi Chen asked.

"Why is it that Kojo's friend is a girl? And such a cute one at that?" Yase Motoki was greatly shocked.

Didn't he tell you?

"No! Now I'm the only one without a female companion! How awful!"

"Please accept my condolences and stay strong." Shi Chen patted him on the shoulder in comfort.

"Teacher, please don't pity me!"

"...Fine, whatever."

"Teacher, can we go now?" Himeragi Yukina asked.

La Fria and the others also looked at him; they weren't interested in Yuma.

"That's true... Gu Cheng, you should enjoy yourself with your girlfriend. We'll be going now."

"She's not my girlfriend!" Kojou Akatsuki immediately denied, blushing.

"Hehe~" Shi Chen chuckled and led everyone away from the station.

"The teacher is really something, talking nonsense." Akatsuki said awkwardly.

"Kojo is still so easily embarrassed," Yuma teased, her gaze fixed on Toki's back until he disappeared from sight.