Becoming an Oni in this land of illusion

Chapter 55

The 1999 Lamborghini Diablo GT roared out of the harbor and onto the open road, the powerful engine humming with excitement as it raced toward the city at breakneck speeds. The wind whipped through the sleek, aerodynamic body of the car, as it effortlessly weaved through traffic with the agility of a panther.

As the car surged forward, the driver felt a rush of adrenaline, the thrill of the speed and power of the Diablo GT overwhelming their senses. The sound of the engine was a symphony of raw power, as the car effortlessly accelerated to speeds that left other vehicles in its wake.

Despite the blistering pace, the car was surprisingly smooth and stable, gliding effortlessly over bumps and imperfections in the road. Ibaraki felt a sense of control and precision, as the Diablo GT responded to their every command with lightning-fast reflexes.

As the city loomed in the distance, Ibaraki pushed the car even harder, the engine screaming as it effortlessly surpassed the speed limit. With the Diablo GT's raw power and agility, the driver was able to navigate the crowded city streets with ease, as the car turned heads and drew admiration from onlookers.

"Ibaraki, slow down!" Marisa and Shuten shouted in unison, their voices filled with concern as the car hurtled down the road.

But Ibaraki, focused on the thrill of driving and not caring about their safety, only laughed maniacally in response. "Nah, I want to push this bad boy beyond its limits!" she exclaimed, revving the engine even harder.

Meanwhile, Nyx had fallen asleep in the backseat, exhausted from their day at the beach.

Marisa and Shuten felt sick from Ibaraki's reckless driving, while Nyx slept soundly in the back seat, exhausted from their day at the beach. Despite their protests, Ibaraki continued to push the car to its limits, until she spotted police cars in the distance. With a click of her tongue, Ibaraki slowed down, realizing that she couldn't afford to get arrested on her first outing in this world.

As she slowed down, Ibaraki couldn't help but wonder how Nyx had managed to get official papers and a license plate for the car, considering it wasn't manufactured by any official company. She had planned on registering the car herself, but it seemed like that might not be necessary after all.

She also knew that if they wanted to claim bounties and gain access to valuable information, they needed to register with the Mage Association. As they drove along more calmly, Ibaraki made a mental note to take care of that soon.

"Nyx mentioned that the Mage Association is located on a hill overlooking the city," Ibaraki said, checking the GPS to confirm its location. "If I remember correctly, it's on the outskirts, and we'll need to cross the big bridge. We could also pass by the Matou residence."

"Hey, Shuten! We're passing by the Matou residence! Would you like to visit your precious waifu?" Ibaraki teased, causing Shuten to feel embarrassed. However, Shuten couldn't help but think about the consequences of altering the future.

"Today is January 30, 2002. We still have two years before the grand battle begins," Ibaraki reminded Shuten while looking at her with a knowing expression.

"Grand Battle?" Marisa asked Ibaraki.

"It's the Holy Grail War, where the seven masters and their servants fight to the death to obtain a guaranteed wish-granting item," Ibaraki explained.

"But there are rules. The rules of the Holy Grail War dictate that the wish must be made by the victorious Master after obtaining the Holy Grail. The wish must also be feasible and cannot contradict the laws of the world. Moreover, the Holy Grail must have the power to grant the wish, and it must not harm, be immoral, or be selfish toward others. It is important to note that the wish can only be made once," Ibaraki continued, making Marisa nod in understanding.