Anime Collector: Starting With the Malevolent Shrine

Ripples stirred in the dead of night.

The girl's abrupt words froze the atmosphere. No one had expected such a bold declaration.

Ichika's eyes were firm, unwavering. She had chosen these words with deliberate care.

Perhaps Daiki's exceptional status and abilities — his perfect aura — had blinded her to his flaws.

Though she wasn't part of the Jujutsu world, his Technique seemed too absurd. If he was lying, Miku needed to know. While Ichika might not be the most reliable of the quintuplets, her concern for her sisters matched Nino's.

She couldn't let Miku blindly enter a wrong relationship, especially after Nino had already fallen first.

{T/N: She wanted to test if his Innate Technique, possibly of becoming stronger through sex, was a real thing. If true, then the MC does it out of "necessity", not for pleasure or because he's a playboy.}

Being an outsider to the Jujutsu world left her with no way to verify his claims. So she chose to test him herself.

Everything she did was for her sisters — she definitely wasn't trying to experience Nino's pleasure firsthand.

Daiki opened his eyes with resignation.

"Don't talk when you're drunk." He said softly.

Ichika wavered between drunkenness and sobriety. The banquet's alcohol had granted her extraordinary courage, though her concerns weren't entirely alcohol-induced.

"Big sister isn't drunk! I'm completely clear-headed right now!" Her narrowed eyes gleamed with unusual alertness.

Her thoughts, though obsessive, fixated on exposing his true character. In her drive to test him, she hadn't considered what she'd do if he was honest.

Her racing mind distilled everything to two simple thoughts.

"Everything I do is for Miku's future!" and "I must let Miku know, even if it means I haven't eaten her food for nothing!"

Excitement bloomed across Ichika's face.

With trembling hands, she reached for his collar and buttons, her breath carrying the sharp scent of alcohol.

Daiki's breath caught as his brows furrowed, moving to push away her delicate hands.

"Daiki-kun, don't move, just pretend I'm Miku!" The mingled scent of her perfume and wine drifted toward him.

"Don't regret this."

"Hmm?" Ichika's soft hum lingered in the air.

Then, with the fluid power of a dragon, he surged forward. As he activated the Yin-Yang Primordial Method, threads of magical power materialized.

The misty night trembled once more with waves of shock.

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『Host has collected Ichika Nakano!』

『Reward: Insight!』

The familiar mechanical voice chimed in as expected.

Unfortunately, Daiki was too occupied to pay it any attention.

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Meanwhile...

The usually peaceful Bureau of Onmyō had descended into chaos.

"Who dared to initiate the Mount Tai Lord's Festival without authorization? Don't they know it will trigger spiritual disasters everywhere?" The head of the Bureau roared, making his subordinate Onmyōji tremble in fear.

{T/N: Onmyōji = Yin-Yang Master.}

The approaching Typhoon No. 18 was already giving them enough headaches, and now spiritual disasters were breaking out everywhere.

"We must contact the Jujutsu World, Magic Society, Public Safety Devil Hunter Department, and other forces to jointly suppress this disaster!" Suggested the elderly Onmyōji, clutching his paper fan.

"That's our only option. Let's hope it doesn't attract any extraordinary beings." The head of the Bureau said, his face shrouded in shadows.

Afterwards, the Bureau of Onmyō resumed its frantic activity.

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In the unknown sewers...

A twisted Cursed Spirit laughed maniacally.

"So this is what Onmyōji are? This is much more interesting than Jujutsu Sorcerers."

As those words faded, another stranger emerged from the corner of the sewer.

"Indeed, more interesting than Jujutsu Sorcerers — their techniques are meant to completely resurrect the dead. Hey, don't just stand there. I've found some like-minded friends for you."

The strange Jujutsu Sorcerer with stitches on his forehead called out with a smile.

"Got it!" The Cursed Spirit gradually morphed into human form.

Following that strange figure, it stepped into completely unknown territory.

In the misty night, everyone went about their duties.

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Until dawn broke.

Ichika suddenly opened her eyes.

Though her memories were hazy, her body's sensations couldn't lie. She had actually done such a thing... This was great. Not only had she eaten Miku's lunch for free, but she had also "borrowed" her boyfriend.

Looking at Daiki, who had risen earlier, her heart sank.

"Daiki-kun, what should we do?" Her voice trembled in the silence.

Her bold declarations from the previous night had vanished. Her confused mind was blank, as if all thought had ceased.

She shouldn't have let Haruno's words provoke her into this disaster! How could she face Nino and Miku now?

"I don't know. You told me to pretend you were Miku."

His words triggered the memories of last night. Her face flushed as the embarrassing scenes flooded back.

"No, you were the one who first told me about that technique!" She suddenly realized.

"I didn't lie to you — feel it for yourself." Daiki said softly.

Ichika rose on unsteady legs. Despite the discomfort of her first time, the changes in her body were undeniable.

First, her entire body felt lighter, as if renewed with vitality. Second, her skin had become firmer and fairer. The dark circles she'd expected were nowhere to be seen.

Compared to Nino's face masks, this life technique's effects were remarkable. It not only enhanced physical qualities but also beautified!

Which meant Daiki had told the truth all along!

Ichika stood there, dumbfounded. Her emotions were a complex tangle of regret, guilt, pain, sadness, and disbelief — mixed with a hint of the same stolen pleasure and excitement as Nino.

"Is there a limit to this enhancement?" She attempted to change the subject.

"No. Theoretically, there's no upper limit to growth. If done regularly, Eternal Youth is just the beginning. With time, you could even crush Evil Spirits and monsters with your bare hands."

Daiki's words made her eyes widen. Both Eternal Youth and power enhancement were incredibly tempting.

At the same time, she seemed to find a new purpose for herself.

"Daiki-kun, if you want to enhance your power in the future, come find me! Miku's personality is quite conservative, but the world is dangerous! As the eldest of the quintuplets, I need power to protect her and the others! And it would benefit you too, giving us both more security!"

Ichika said these words with a flushed face.

She continued: "I won't interfere with your relationship with Miku. Just pretend I don't exist — everyone can maintain their original relationships."

Daiki looked her over for a moment, then nodded, "If you don't mind."

Ichika said nothing, silently beginning to dress.

Mind? This was the necessary price she had to pay to protect Miku and the others!

Plus, it would resolve any concerns about Daiki cheating — it was perfect! As long as she kept stealing him, no one else would have the chance!

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After some time...

Mrs. Yukinoshita, having spent the entire morning reflecting on the previous day's events — especially her improper behavior — had arranged a sumptuous breakfast. She also organized vehicles to take Yukino, Daiki, and Ichika to Sōbu High.

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