Spell Return: The Wheel of Time

Chapter 50 New Years
As soon as Shenyuan picked up this withered finger, it was very strange... and it seemed that this thing could not be destroyed. Some special-level spells had a similar situation. This was because they were exchanged for the binding of "stopping life and not harming others" own protection.

Su Nuo's finger is a special example. The curse was divided into twenty parts, but it can still attract curses over the long years. It is an out-and-out monster.

This is why the High School needs to recycle it. If left alone, not only will it attract curses, but if it meets a suitable "container", the King of Curses may return to the world.

He took out the talisman and wrapped it completely around his finger. As the cursed spirit was exorcised by the divine source, the west area of ​​the prison returned to normal.

Ichichi, who was waiting outside the tent, saw the tent slowly disappear, and then the figure of Shenyuan Yi also appeared from the corridor.

"Thank you, Genichi-kun, have you recovered the mission target?"

Shenyuan showed the wrapped fingers in his hand and asked with some disgust: "Is there any box that can be put in it? It always feels uncomfortable to carry it with me."

Yi Jizhi nodded: "There are also some wooden boxes placed in the car, which were originally used to contain spells."

"Let's go then."

Under the attentive farewell of Yamaguchi Takura, who ran out of nowhere, Kangenichi and Ichichi also left here.

Looking through the car window at the filtered sky outside, the white elves gradually fell from the sky, landed on the ground and left a little water stain on the car window very close to me before running away, as if they remembered something. Yes, Shenyuanyi murmured to himself.

“It’s almost the New Year”

Ichichi, who was in the driver's seat, said with a surprised look on his face: "Today is already No. 30. Many people are preparing to line up at the shrine tomorrow."

Neon is also influenced by the culture of that great country. It has always celebrated the New Year. In the past, it still celebrated New Year's Day and Spring Festival. Later, after switching to the Gregorian calendar, Neon people only celebrated on New Year's Day. Many customs can be seen in those ancient customs. The shadow is also mixed with many local habits.

For example, on the last day of the year, the temple will ring a bell a hundred and eight times, because the Buddhist saying goes: ten knots and 98 knots are one hundred and eight troubles. People believe that every bell can get rid of them. It is a kind of trouble, so it is necessary to ring one hundred and eight times to get rid of all the troubles. After ringing the bell, people will then go to shrines and temples to pray for blessings and worship, which is called "first attainment".

It means the first visit to the shrine in the new year. In order to get a good luck, many people will line up at 31, just to get the first order.

In addition, there are some customs of eating soba noodles. I won’t go into them one by one. Kangenichi used to eat with Fushiguro Megumi and the others during the New Year. The noodles made by Tsumiki were always eaten by him and Fushiguro Megumi. Kuroe eats everything
"Is Mr. Ichichi going home to spend the New Year with his family? By the way, is Mr. Ichichi married?"

Ichichi laughed and said: "Not yet. Many conjurers get married very late. As you know, there are too many unexpected factors in this industry. I am better off as an auxiliary supervisor. As for the New Year, of course I will go back to spend time with my family. We have been together, and to tell you the truth, my family is also urging me to find a partner, haha."

Of course, Yi Jizhi also knew about Shenyuan Yi's situation. He quickly suppressed his smile, coughed and changed the subject. After returning to the high school, Shenyuan Yi said goodbye to Yi Jizhi. He also had to hand over the task and finger Su Nuo. Returned to Jiku.

The one I met was Principal Noctua. After he took over the wooden box containing Su Nuo's finger, and listened to Shenyuan Yi's brief report on the mission, he had nothing to do here and was just waiting to receive his reward.

On the way to the dormitory, I saw Yigu Youta and Gojuan Ji outside, followed by Bai Lang. They were carrying large and small bags. When they saw Shenyuan Yi from a distance, they raised their hands to greet them. They went over to help them share the burden. , Shenyuanyi was naturally curious about what they were doing.

"Everyone is getting ready to spend the New Year at the high school. Inumaki-senpai and I went to buy some things. Teacher Gojo also said that he would make handmade noodles for everyone."

"Salmon."

The enlightened Shenyuan tried to imagine the scene of Gojo Satoru making noodles, but found it a bit difficult. He had the impression that Gojo Satoru had never cooked before, but according to what he always said, "I am omnipotent", it should be fine. Question
"Where are Maki and the others?"

Otoko thought for a moment: "She was still training with Megumi Fushiguro when we left, and it probably hasn't ended yet. Panda said he was cleaning the house, and he wanted to free up a classroom to prepare for it then. Party there.”

After putting down the things Yi Gu and Gou Juanji bought, the three of them went to the panda first. Then they saw the panda wearing an apron and holding a broom cleaning the house. In fact, the place was not dirty, at most it was a little dusty. More are symbolic and psychological.

With the help of three people, things here ended in three strokes, five divided by two, and then a few people went to the training ground. Maki and Fushiguro Megumi were fighting back and forth. When the few people came, they were already fighting. After a while, Megumi Fushiguro was defeated again by Maki not long after.

"You should review it carefully first."

Leaving Fushiguro Megumi behind to learn from her experience, Maki walked up to the people who came over and said hello, and then said: "You guys are all done? She also said that Fushiguro Megumi and I will go over to help you later."

Panda said cheerfully: "Yuan Yi used his magic to solve a lot of things at once, and everything is fine over there."

“Tuna mayonnaise!”

Shenyuan was suddenly reminded and immediately asked: "Ji, are you also planning to stay in school?"

"Salmon."

Panda explained on the side: "Ji has already told his family that he plans to go back on the [-]st."

Among the rest of the people, Kangenichi and Fushiguro Megumi have no place to go, and it's the same at home and at school. Otoko had some conflicts with his family before, but he has gotten better since breaking the curse with Rika. But he is also planning to spend the New Year in high school first.

Maki doesn't want to go back to that cage-like "home" at all. Of course, days like the New Year should be spent happily. As for Panda, his home is the high school. In this way, this upcoming New Year seems to be still Very lively.

"By the way, you all have nothing to do today, why don't we go have a dinner together. Mr. Ichichi introduced me to a shop before, and it is said that the food is pretty good." Shenyuan suggested as soon as he opened his mouth.

Panda scratched his head: "Actually, the sukiyaki you made last time Genichi was also very delicious."

As soon as these words came out, everyone's memories were brought back. Everyone else looked confused. It was indeed delicious, but at the same time, the fiery spiciness also made everyone hesitate. It can be said that they loved it and hated it at the same time.

"It doesn't matter. You can do it tomorrow. You can also invite other people. Didn't Principal Noctua like it very much last time?"

Then he decided happily. After getting the location and contact information of the store from Ichichi, Shenyuan booked a private room first, but then problems troubled several people. None of the six people was an adult and had a driver's license. How to get there?
In the end, Ichichi and Akira Nitta, who happened to be free, were bothered to send them there, and then the two of them were enthusiastically left to have a party together. After all, they would have to bother them when they went back.

"Everyone seems to be more relaxed as the New Year approaches. It feels like the world has become a better place." Akira Nitta couldn't help but sigh after enjoying the delicacies.

Maki adjusted her glasses and agreed: "It is true that the curse activities have decreased a lot. It is also because people's emotions and psychology will shift in a positive direction as the New Year approaches. I have only run one mission in the past two days."

Everyone was echoing, but Shenyuan Yi had a dark face: "Huh? Why have I run several missions in the past few days? I have seen two special-level curse spirits."

Panda scratched his head: "Yuanyi, are you so busy these days? No wonder I don't see you much."

Maki sneered: "It must be the mission assigned to you by the idiot with the eyepatch, right?" Shenyuan Yi had nothing to say, but it didn't matter to him. He just followed the topic, and then several people chatted about it. The cursed spirit encountered in the first mission of Shenyuan.

It's not particularly important information, and since there are no outsiders, others may be confused and have no idea what they are talking about.

"A humanoid cursed spirit with a stitched face and the ability to speak human language?"

After listening to the description of Shenyuan's pair of real people, everyone was talking about it. Such a technique is indeed very dangerous. It may be fatal if you are not careful, and the reversal technique cannot do anything about this kind of damage.

"Tactical retreat!" Panda said righteously. This was the conclusion he came to after thinking. Maki frowned and wanted to refute, but found that if the strength was not enough, the only option was to escape. If it was him, if he could not For a spell that harms the soul, it seems that the best option is to run away immediately.

"By the way, Yigu, are you ready to go abroad?"

Otoko Yuta smiled slightly: "Ah, Teacher Gojo has entrusted me with a long-term mission. I may have to go abroad for a while. I plan to come back and bring you some local specialties. Do you have any favorites?"

Shenyuan said indifferently: "This must be a local specialty, otherwise it will be meaningless. In that case, it is better to buy it directly online."

After hearing what he said, Maki retorted: "I think it is better to be more in line with the recipient's wishes, so that both parties will be happy. Some special products are very strange, and you may not like them after the novelty wears off."

The two looked at each other, and sparks seemed to burst out from their eyes. Shenyuan sneered, and then began to discuss with her whether a gift with local characteristics or a gift in line with the recipient's wishes was better.

"Well...will there be something that has local characteristics and is popular with you?"

Yigu Youtai spoke carefully to interrupt the argument between the two, and the air suddenly became quiet. Shenyuan coughed and asked: "Youtai, do you know which country you are going to?"

Otoko Yuta shook his head: "Teacher Gojo hasn't told me yet, I'll ask him later."

After enjoying the food from this old store, the taste recommended by Ijichi was indeed good. Shenyuan Yi felt that this store was no worse than those brands that were advertised overwhelmingly, or even better.

After returning to the high school, there was nothing else to do. All that was left was to arrange some things in advance, such as hanging up the ropes and so on.

When Shenyuan was free, he took Panda to play black and white games, and the next step was the arrival of the New Year.

On the 31st of the next day, a smiling Gojo Satoru came over and gave everyone a red envelope when they met. There is also a red envelope culture here, but the name was changed to "Yu Nian Yu", which means the same meaning.

It can only be said that he is indeed the wealthy head of the Gojo family. After receiving the red envelope and thanking him with a smile, Gojo Satoru curiously asked: "What are you preparing?"

"Hot pot. We plan to have hot pot for lunch and noodles in the evening. Everything has been prepared for you, teacher." Panda replied from the side.

Gojo Satoru gave a thumbs up and showed a confident smile: "No problem, just wait and enjoy my amazing food then!"

As soon as Shenyuan finished the preparation work in the kitchen, he heard Gojo Satoru's words when he walked out, and he immediately complained: "Teacher Gojo, I have never seen you cook before. Don't let our expectations of you be disappointed."

Gojo Satoru looked unconcerned: "Don't worry, I am almighty... Huh? This smells so good."

"Haha, before that, teacher, please try my skills first."

"Have you prepared many things? I'll call Nizi and the others. They should still be in school now."

Shenyuan Yi immediately said: "That's enough. Principal Noctua, Senior Nanami, Miss Glass, and everyone else in school should call over. Isn't the New Year just for fun?"

……

Finally, this last day of the year became very lively. The room that had been packed was almost full of people. Surrounded by the steaming hot pot, Ieiri Glass and Nanami Kento began to drink together.

Noctua Masamichi and Ichichi also had a drink, but Gojo Satoru kept eating and drinking the same drinks as the other students.

"Huh... It feels so hot in the cold winter." Ieru Glass, who drank a lot, commented like this.

"But it's a bit too irritating to the stomach..." This was Ichichi who was in a dilemma.

But Yigu and the others, who had become accustomed to it, were better off, and their endurance gradually improved a lot.

After a pleasant lunch, Gojo Satoru made hand-made soba noodles in the evening, and they tasted really good.

After that, everyone was going to Sensoji Temple for the first time, but not everyone went there this time. Gojo Satoru had already left and disappeared in the blink of an eye. The main ones who went there were their students.

As a famous place, Sensoji Temple naturally has a lot of people, and the queues are scary. However, in such a lively atmosphere, I don’t feel bored. During this period, Kangenichi, Fushiguro Megumi, Inumaki Tsubasa and Otoko Yuta went there. As soon as I stopped, many shy girls came up to talk to me.

If it weren't for Maki and Panda's unique behavior, there would probably be even more people coming.

"Huh? What are you talking about?"

The panda held back Maki who was about to roll up his sleeves and rush forward, and the few of them were fighting until it was time for the bell to ring.

A few people were lucky enough to get the opportunity to ring the bell with their own hands. After making their wishes, they sent their good wishes to the new year along with the sound of the bell.

Worship the gods, pray for blessings and make wishes. Although Shenyuan Yi is an atheist, it does not prevent him from following the festive atmosphere and paying homage to those clay puppets and wood sculptures. It feels like it is more of a form and symbol.

Finally, while walking through the soft snow, the panda started a snowball fight. Dog Juanji and Shenyuan, who didn't mind watching the fun, immediately responded and dragged the others into the water.

As a result, Maki is extremely accurate in throwing. It can be said that she hits where she points. If she throws it into your collar, it will never hit you in the face.

The family member who came with me sighed and said: "This is youth... and you still have friends."

(End of this chapter)