Chapter 425: [423] Task
With Kanon's reincarnation as a member of the Goddess Clan, she gained the tribe's unique magic of the Light attribute.
Already revered as a "Saint" prior to this transformation, her sanctity skyrocketed to unimaginable levels. Among the academy's students, countless admirers developed feelings for her, including several upperclassmen from the high school division.
However, an unspoken rule—origin unknown—circulated among the students: due to her excessive "purity," no one dared to approach her romantically. This led to the creation of a unified faction of admirers who pledged to protect her "sanctity" and "serenity" by preventing anyone from confessing their feelings to her.
Unbeknownst to Kanon, this devoted group shielded her from countless would-be suitors, particularly upperclassmen who were intercepted before they could even reach her.
Meanwhile, Kanon herself, influenced by certain words from August that day, had already developed feelings for him. Yet, her feelings were tightly monitored by the ever-watchful Natsuki, whose resolute presence acted as an unyielding barrier. As she often said, "I won't give August the slightest opportunity."
Thus, life seemingly returned to its usual peaceful rhythm. But this tranquility was only a surface illusion; beneath it, unseen currents were stirring.
Although August held the title of assistant teacher under Natsuki, it was in name only. As a highly capable witch, she had no real need for assistance. As a result, August became a free agent within the academy. He spent his days wandering its grounds since Natsuki, wary of potential chaos, forbade him from venturing outside.
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Takagami Shrine
Takagami Shrine, an institution tasked with training Lion King Agency's exclusive demon slayers, was located in the vast expanse of Mount Oe within Japan. The shrine gathered exceptional spiritual talents from across the region, presenting itself as an all-girls boarding school.
On this particular day, the shrine's upper echelon summoned a young girl who had recently completed her training.