"The old school building?"
Hearing these words, Asuna paused for a moment before falling into deep thought.
As an ordinary student, she might not know much about the strange occurrences in the old building. But as the student council president, she was privy to some insider information.
For instance, there had been multiple incidents of chairs moving on their own.
Almost every student council member had claimed to witness it firsthand.
But...
Afterward, there were reports saying the old schoolhouse issue had been resolved.
However, when the student council investigated, they found clear signs that a fierce battle had taken place inside.
This unusual situation caused widespread panic among student council members and added another layer of mystery to the incident.
Asuna gently stroked her chin.
"I didn't expect it to be related to the Supernatural Investigation Club…"
If that's the case, then it's even harder to draw any conclusions about what the Supernatural Investigation Club is really involved with.
---
Yuki Suou sat on the sofa across from Kaguya Shinomiya. She crossed her arms and legs, humming lightly.
"Kaguya~ Even though I'm your rival for the next student council president, still…"
Her gaze turned a little dark as she spoke with a low tone, "It's best not to provoke someone you can't afford to mess with~"
Kaguya frowned slightly and said coldly, "Don't worry, Miss Suou. Our Shinomiya family may not be as old as some traditional households, but we are by no means weak."
She narrowed her scarlet eyes, revealing a touch of pride.
Yuki Suou let out a melodramatic laugh.
"Then… I'll look forward to seeing how this plays out~"
But deep down, she had already taken Kaguya off the list of viable candidates for the next student council president.
She's hopeless.
She gave a clear warning. Why didn't she take the hint?
Yuki Suou knew Lynn.
As a family that once held great prestige, the Suou family's heritage far surpassed the modern rise of the Shinomiya family.
Naturally, they also had access to hidden knowledge of the supernatural world.
They knew about cursed spirits, monsters, Onmyoji… and more.
In fact, the Suou family had been actively seeking out those kinds of beings.
Because in a world where the supernatural exists, no matter how powerful your family is, if you lack supernatural strength, you're still weak.
For the Suou family to survive in the long run, they had to embrace the supernatural rather than reject it.
But…
That mindset came with risks.
In embracing the supernatural, the Suou family inevitably made mistakes.
Fortunately…
They managed to hire an exorcist just in time to suppress the situation.
That exorcist… was Lynn.
After the Supernatural Investigation Club became known in Shuchi'in, Yuki Suou finally realized:
That same Lynn… actually went to school with her.
Maybe…
She could do something for the family through this connection?
Hmm…
The Harem Club?
Yuki Suou fell into thought.
Vaguely, she felt like she was starting to understand some of Lynn's preferences.
---
"Yuki, do you know something?"
Suddenly, Asuna's voice pulled her out of her thoughts.
Yuki Suou looked up at her, shrugged, and said, "I know a bit, but…"
"If the president really wants to know, it's better to ask him directly than go through me."
She didn't dare reveal anything about Lynn casually. If she made him angry, it might bring disaster to the Suou family.
"I see…"
Asuna nodded thoughtfully.
Yuki Suou knew how powerful the Shinomiya family was, but she still warned Kaguya not to provoke someone she couldn't handle.
That meant…
In Yuki Suou's eyes, the Supernatural Investigation Club—or more precisely, its president—was someone even the Shinomiya family couldn't afford to offend?
Asuna remained calm on the surface, but internally she was a bit shaken.
The Supernatural Investigation Club…
I need to check it out myself…
Asuna was very curious.
Whether it was about the club's background or how they resolved the old schoolhouse incident—
She was deeply intrigued.
---
After leaving the student council room…
Kaguya approached Hayasaka and asked with a frown, "Are you sure the president of the Supernatural Investigation Club has no background?"
Although she found it hard to believe there was anyone in Japan that the Shinomiya family couldn't deal with…
Yuki Suou's words had made her feel a bit uneasy.
Hayasaka calmly replied, "After a thorough investigation, it's confirmed. He really doesn't have any background."
With the Shinomiya family's power, they had checked all of Lynn's personal and financial records.
And yet…
There was nothing notable, aside from being an orphan who managed to purchase property through his own efforts.
However…
Hayasaka still had her doubts. She reminded her, "Even though it seems normal…"
"He's still someone Master Oko specifically instructed you to contact."
That point alone was enough to raise red flags.
Anyone that Shinomiya Oko himself designated could not possibly be just some ordinary person.
But…
Kaguya didn't seem to notice. Her brows relaxed, and she returned to her usual cold demeanor.
"Since there's nothing special, then it's fine."
With that, she walked away.
Watching her back, Hayasaka let out a silent sigh.
---
The next day.
Supernatural Investigation Club.
There was a new resident nestled in Lynn's arms.
Inukimi had rushed back from the Warring States period, and then.
"!"
"You little thieving cat!"
Inukimi bared her fangs and glared at the curled-up Himari. The overwhelming aura of an ultimate-class devil burst forth.
Himari, curled in Lynn's arms, stiffened immediately. She instinctively buried herself deeper into Lynn's chest and started meowing.
Seeing this, Lynn patted Himari's head and looked at Inukimi.
"!"
Inukimi froze.
She retracted her aura and muttered, "Scheming little cat…"
Inukimi felt annoyed and frustrated… and then she felt herself being lifted.
Lynn held her in his arms and gently rubbed her ears.
Feeling the familiar touch, Inukimi immediately relaxed and squinted her eyes in comfort.
Lynn couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
Having too many pets isn't necessarily a good thing…
After soothing Inukimi for a bit, he finally got down to business.
"How's the arrangement with the dog demon going?"
Inukimi opened her eyes slightly. "They've already been sent to hell to complete the entry procedures."
Lynn nodded.
With the first batch of dog demons entering Hell, operations there could soon resume.
Lynn narrowed his eyes, thinking about Hell's future development and planning.
Now that he had taken control of Japan's Hell, he wouldn't be satisfied with just that.
After all—
Just by helping Ai Enma become the administrator of Hell, he obtained the power of Yama.
So what if…
He could go one step further?
What if he could take control of the Hells in every world?
"Hades…"
To compete for the sovereignty of Hell, Hades would be a necessary opponent.
And Hades' strength…
Lynn rubbed his chin.
At the very least, it should be stronger than Sirzechs, right?
To be cautious…
He should first become a transcendent.
Also…
Lynn opened his system panel. In the [Devil's Contract], the world of Bleach came into view.
"If I remember correctly…"
"There's a Hell in the world of Bleach too, right?"
Lynn fell into deep thought.
Maybe…
Could he use his identity as Yama to do something in that Hell?
Just as he was lost in thought.
Knock knock!
Someone was at the door of the Supernatural Investigation Club.
Lynn sighed.
"Why are there so many people visiting the club lately?"
Despite grumbling, he still called out, "Come in."
Creak—
The door opened.
A beautiful girl with long chestnut-colored hair, dressed in the school uniform of Shuchi'in Academy, appeared.
She wore a gentle smile. "Sorry to bother you."
"Asuna?"
Lynn was slightly surprised.
So… Sword Art Online exists in this world too?
But…
He hadn't heard of any VRMMO game launches recently.
Asuna tilted her head slightly.
Was he talking to her?
Lynn came back to his senses and smiled. "Hello. Are you here to commission something?"
She smiled back. "I'm the student council president, Yuuki Asuna."
Lynn remained composed. "So, what brings the president to the Supernatural Investigation Club?"
Asuna hesitated for a moment, trying to organize her thoughts.
She couldn't just blurt out that someone reported the club was actually a Harem Club and that she came to investigate, right?
After a few seconds, she smiled politely. "I heard some rumors about the Supernatural Investigation Club and got curious, so I came to take a look."
Lynn chuckled. "They're probably not good rumors, huh?"
Harem Club.
As long as he was at Shuchi'in, there was no way Lynn wouldn't have heard those three words.
He even suspected that nickname came from Yukinoshita Yukino.
After all…
Wasn't she the one who first called it the Harem Club?
At the door—
Asuna tucked some hair behind her ear and pretended not to catch his implication. She then smiled gently.
"President Lynn, do you mind if I take a look around the club?"
Lynn casually patted Hime and Inukimi. "Be my guest."
With his permission, Asuna began looking around.
The clubroom was spacious and clearly had special approval.
It seemed the Supernatural Investigation Club accepted commissions to handle supernatural incidents?
But…
On-campus services were free, while off-campus ones had fees?
Asuna was surprised. "Does the club also accept outside commissions?"
"Obviously."
Lynn sounded a bit perfunctory.
Asuna smiled helplessly and looked over at the commission price list out of curiosity.
Devil?
Maou?
What was all this?
Was this a case of chuunibyou?
Also…
"I don't see any other club members?"
Asuna looked puzzled.
Wasn't this supposed to be a Harem Club?
It didn't look like one right now.
"Of course not. They're all out handling club work."
At that Asuna suddenly had a realization. A hint of cunning flashed in her eyes.
"Then…"
"President Lynn, do you mind if I accompany you during a club activity?"
She wanted to see for herself—were the club's "activities" really related to the supernatural?
Lynn raised his eyes and looked at Yuuki Asuna with a smile.
Just as she thought he was going to agree, she heard two simple words.
"I mind."
(To be continued.)