Bai Shi Chuan, of course, ignored Miss Mary's call, aiming to use the ever-closing distance to induce psychological pressure.
An ordinary person would be terrified in this situation.
The key
As an Exorcist about to reach the maximum level, he possesses the Invincible Body that fears no evil spirits, the boundless energy of the "Riben" [Japanese for "Adult", likely referring to the style of animation], purification abilities, and has made all necessary preparations.
He remains unperturbed.
Mary didn't make Bai Shi Chuan wait long. A series of rapid knocks sounded, and there was no need to peek through the peephole.
A familiar voice came from outside the security door.
The speaker sounded like an innocent, cheerful girl: "Bai Shi Chuan, are you home? It's Mary, the one who called you earlier."
However, with Mary's arrival,
A distinct chill seeped from outside into the room, making it feel several degrees colder in an instant.
Bai Shi Chuan, unconcerned, got up and opened the security door. But there was no one outside, as if it was a prank.
"I'll fill you with terror, be prepared."
A sinister laugh echoed behind Bai Shi Chuan, but this was exactly what he expected.
The urban legend of "Miss Mary's Call" stemmed from an abandoned doll, a doll filled with intense resentment that, after a call, would
follow its target closely until it appeared behind them.
"..."
Filled with anticipation, Bai Shi Chuan turned around and saw his target for tonight's exorcism, a girl just under 4'6" tall with white hair cascading down her back.
The girl's azure eyes radiated intense resentment.
Seeing that Mary's delicate face was identical to his impression of her, he finally sighed in relief. She wore a white and red princess dress.
Her hair was tied with a deep red rose ribbon.
"Hello, Mary."
Since this was his first encounter with an urban legend, Bai Shi Chuan showed her the respect she deserved, giving her a sincere greeting.
"..."
However,
Noticing the girl's reaction, it was Mary's turn to be stunned. She found no trace of fear in Bai Shi Chuan's eyes.
The power of an urban legend depends on its target's fear!
After all, she was a ghost.
She wouldn't simply let her prey go just because Bai Shi Chuan wasn't afraid of her. Her slender, white hand tightened around her red umbrella.
She wanted to rush forward and give him a taste of his own medicine.
But when Mary tried to move, the seemingly ordinary ground instantly lit up with a holy glow, the exorcism seal array forming a cage-like barrier.
It imprisoned her in place.
Feeling her resentment being dispelled, Mary's princess-like face twisted with a cold sneer: "You are an Exorcist?"
"No."
"I'm a Force Exorcist."
Bai Shi Chuan shook his head, denying it. Conventional Exorcists use purification methods to eliminate ghosts. His methods are far more advanced.
"..."
She couldn't discern the difference.
Mary finally understood why Bai Shi Chuan was so confident after receiving the call. She looked at the exorcism seal array, which was
constantly consuming her resentment.
If she stayed any longer, she would surely be purified by this vile, despicable creature...
She knew she wasn't a match for Bai Shi Chuan. She concentrated all her resentment to break through the array, but discovered it was like a seal.
She had no control over her movements.
The arrogance in Mary's eyes had disappeared, replaced by a subtle fear in the depths of her pupils: "What did you do?"
"As I said before."
"I'm a Force Exorcist, the force of 'force'."
Ignoring the girl's fearful gaze, Bai Shi Chuan refused to lower his guard. He wouldn't be swayed by her innocent facade.
If Mary had encountered an ordinary person,
They would be dead by now. Moreover, he needed to complete this real exorcism to unlock a new profession.
"..."
"You, little runt! What do you intend to do?"
Mary tried to back away, but the exorcism seal array restricted her movements, leaving her helpless as Bai Shi Chuan approached.
Her small body trembled uncontrollably.
"Exorcism."
While his exorcism methods might seem a little twisted, wasn't he essentially doing good deeds?
Bai Shi Chuan had prepared himself mentally. He gently reached out and grasped Mary's slender, white arm. The icy, soft touch
wasn't like the hard wood of a doll.
He lifted her white princess dress slightly, revealing cute-patterned panties. He took a deep breath and forced a smile: "Don't get the wrong idea."
"I'm doing an exorcism."
"Hentai!!"
"No!! It'll be ruined!!"
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After returning home, heating up her lunch and cleaning her room, Izumi Miori finally had some free time. She didn't continue drawing.
Instead, her mind was plagued by a brief dilemma. How should she tell her daughter, Sawamura, about taking a job as a maid at Bai Shi Chuan's place?
The monthly rent savings...
She could buy Sawamura so many things she likes! Their meals could be improved, and Bai Shi Chuan is a really nice guy.
"For Sawamura."
In the end,
Izumi Miori looked at her daughter, who was practicing her drawing in the room. She had a gentle smile on her face: "Sawamura, you stay here."
"I'm going out for a bit."
"Okay, Mom."
She locked the security door and entered the apartment elevator. As she chose the top floor, 15th floor, Izumi Miori's heart was filled with mixed emotions.
The elevator ride was short.
Upon reaching the top floor, she was immediately greeted by a sprawling open-air garden, swimming pool, and even a BBQ area.
This area was not accessible to residents.
Izumi Miori had no other thoughts. She had come to see Bai Shi Chuan tonight to finalize the cleaning job.
However...
As she approached the security door, she heard noises coming from the hallway, causing this veteran, experienced professional artist's heart to race uncontrollably.
A faint blush colored her cheeks.
"Hentai!"
"Are you really an Exorcist?"
"..."
"I apologize for not allowing Mr. Bai Shi Chuan to fully devote himself, it was my fault."
The girl's voice was not muffled, causing Izumi Miori to blush even more. She couldn't just stand there, but leaving now would be...
This...
Well, she never expected a scene from a manga to happen in real life!