Inside a dark alley stood a strange group of people.

"When is... Oni no Miko's sister... coming?"

It had rained not long ago, so there was some rainwater accumulated in the alley, and a middle-aged woman in the group was stomping at the puddles like a little kid.

However, in contrast with children, who splashed around in puddles for fun, she seemed to be doing this as a means to vent the fury in her heart.

"Don't get so worked up, she'll definitely come for me soon."

Adam was making it sound like he was eager for the showdown to arrive, but in reality, he didn't want to face Hebi no Miko at all. During these past few days, his telegnosis had been becoming more and more uneasy, and he could only speculate that the main reason why Hebi no Miko still hadn't made a move on him yet was because he was constantly accompanied by Mechguard units.

If she were to rush in...