Becoming an Oni in this land of illusion

Chapter 86

Ibaraki found herself feeling quite bored and decided to pass the time by fishing at the harbor. As she cast her line, she noticed two other individuals in the vicinity, Rin's servant Archer and an unluckily classed Lancer.

Despite her initial hesitation to engage with them, Ibaraki couldn't help but feel a sense of intrigue and curiosity. She wondered what they were fishing for and whether they were enjoying the peacefulness of the harbor, just like she was.

As Ibaraki continued to cast her line, she observed the Lancer - a striking figure in his deep ultramarine full-body tights with metallic pauldrons and a metal plate over his abdomen. His distinct blue hair and glowing red eyes made him stand out from the crowd.

Ibaraki felt her patience wearing thin as she watched the argument between Cú Chulainn and Archer escalate in volume and intensity. The noise was startling the fish and disrupting the peace of the harbor, which was something she deeply cherished.

What they didn't know was that the group had peacefully negotiated the purchase of the entire harbor. Ibaraki couldn't help but feel frustrated that they were arguing incessantly over an area that they didn't even have exclusive rights to.

Taking a deep breath, Ibaraki tried to remain calm, knowing that losing her temper wouldn't solve anything. Instead, she made her presence known, stepping forward to remind the two of them that the harbor was under the control of her group, and the area they were arguing over was not theirs to claim.

With a stern tone, Ibaraki stepped forward and spoke out to the two bickering fishermen. "Excuse me, Lancer and Archer. But I own this harbor, and I kindly request that the two of you vacate this fishing spot immediately."

Her tone was authoritative yet polite, making it clear that she meant business. She couldn't allow the peace of the harbor to be disrupted any longer, and it was essential to remind these fishermen of their place.

As Cú Chulainn and Archer stared at her skeptically, Ibaraki sensed their doubt and uncertainty. She knew that they were unsure if she truly had the evidence to back up her claims of owning the harbor.

"I don't see your name written on-" Lancer started to say before Ibaraki expertly hit him in the face with a copy of the deed of ownership for the dock. The document displayed Ibaraki's name, along with Illusion Corp, a company founded by Yukari that specialized in distilleries, fisheries, and hotspring businesses worldwide.

Archer and Lancer read the deed, looking disappointed and bitter at their mistake. They grudgingly accepted their defeat, as they moved to a location further away from Ibaraki's area.

Lancer then handed back the deed, acknowledging Ibaraki's rightful ownership of the dock. However, his bitter expression and resentful demeanor were apparent in his actions.

As Ibaraki felt smug about finally having proven their rightful ownership, she was caught off guard as a giant tuna suddenly jumped up and slapped her face.

The sudden appearance of the giant tuna had caught Ibaraki and the other two off guard, but they quickly regained their composure as Lancer speared it and Archer filleted it midair with incredible precision.

Ibaraki tapped into her magical abilities, summoning a table made of molten stone to catch the filleted tuna. With a swift slice of her sword, she then proceeded to expertly remove all the bones from the fish, leaving only the delicious meat behind.

As they finished their freshly caught tuna and basked in the moment of calm and peace, Archer, Ibaraki, and Lancer looked at each other with newfound respect and admiration.

They realized that they possessed a unique combination of skills: Archer was a skilled cook, Ibaraki had an unlimited fire ability, and Lancer could skewer almost anything with his spear.

With this realization, the three of them decided to combine their strengths and create a feast like no other. They set to work, each utilizing their unique abilities to the fullest, working together seamlessly to create a magnificent spread of delicious food that surpassed anything they had ever tasted before.

Excitement shining in her eyes, Ibaraki eagerly ran towards the house, wanting to share the delicious feast that they had created with the rest of the group. She called out to them, urging them to come and join in on the festivities.

As they all sat down to enjoy the meal, they were joined by Lancer's master Bazett Fraga McRemitz. They were struck by her demure appearance and the professional air that surrounded her, in her black, two-piece business suit and red-violet necktie. Her short magenta hair and the mole below her left eye only added to her unique and charismatic appearance.

As Ibaraki, Lancer, and Archer brought an entire giant Tuna cooked to perfection, the rest of the group was stunned. They couldn't believe that the three of them had prepared such a magnificent and enormous meal without any notice.

Despite their surprise, the group immediately accepted the feast and eagerly sat down to enjoy the delicious dinner in front of them.

However, their moment of peace was abruptly interrupted as Rin arrived on the scene, quickly following Archer's explanations with a stern response. She was skeptical of the feast's origins, given the lack of notice and the sheer size of the fish. Rin didn't want to risk any hidden surprises that may be lurking in their meal.

But Archer remained calm and patient, carefully explaining the process and the origin of the meal, reassuring Rin that everything was above board. Eventually, Rin was convinced of the meal's safety and joined in the feast, savoring the delicious flavors of the expertly cooked tuna.

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Altrogue was deep in the process of exterminating the extremist Vampire group with the help of Fou. The task was not an easy one and required her utmost focus and concentration. However, amidst the intensity of the mission, a sudden feeling of disquiet emerged within her.

She sensed that the rest of the group might be indulging in a feast without her again. The thought of missing out on the gathering left her feeling frustrated and annoyed. After all, the extermination of the extremist Vampire group required her full attention and effort, and any distractions could lead to disaster.

As Altrogue looked upon Michael Roa Valdamjong's 16th reincarnation, she noticed that he seemed nonchalant about his impending death. Her frustration visibly mounted as she recognized the futility of her task.

The knowledge that Valdamjong's soul would simply reincarnate again and again unless the Akasha was destroyed left her feeling powerless. She couldn't help but feel that her mission to eliminate this insidious being would never truly be complete.

With a frustrated and dark determination, Altrogue decided to use one of her most ancient and forbidden techniques - "The Unburdening Lotus." Her hands began to glow a sickly green as she focused her energy, and then, with a sudden and violent gesture, released a wave of psychic energy that flooded into Michael's unsuspecting mind.

As the cryptic information overloaded his brain, Michael began to writhe and howl in sheer agony. His screams filled the air, as blood trickled from his ears and nose. Suddenly, with a sickening pop, Michael's head exploded into a gory display of brain matter and bone fragments.

Fou, sensing the release of energy and the show of force, barked with delight. Altrogue stood silently, her previously frustrated demeanor now replaced with a cold and ruthless determination. The Unburdening Lotus had achieved its desired effect - a gruesome and merciless display of death.

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I feel like my mind is blank and I'm once again left feeling like Cirno. It's frustrating not to have any inspiration or direction, but I know that sometimes moments like these can lead to new ideas and fresh perspectives.

I'm going to take a break, relax, and let my mind wander. Maybe inspiration will strike when I least expect it. For now, I'll embrace my inner Cirno and be patient, knowing that creativity has a way of finding us when we least expect it.