Anime Collector: Starting With the Malevolent Shrine

The Great Collector System.

Collecting valuable items earns system rewards. The more valuable the collected item, the more generous the reward. After assessment, Sukuna's Finger was deemed to have collection value, confirming this Special-Grade Cursed Object's authenticity.

This revelation suggests that the everyday world Daiki thought he knew isn't as safe as it seems. Beneath the surface of daily life lies the hidden realm of Jujutsu. He may have encountered Cursed Spirits before without realizing it.

'No.' Daiki rejected the system's proposal and carefully resealed the wooden box.

Despite being a Special-Grade Cursed Object, its curse-suppressing ability is genuine. Sealed Cursed Objects from the Jujutsu world can effectively ward off Cursed Spirits in various areas. However, this protection only works if the seal on the Cursed Object remains intact.

If the seal breaks, the Cursed Object becomes prime nourishment for Cursed Spirits. Even weak evil spirits could quickly reach their peak strength after consuming such an object.

"What did you buy — is it a charm?" Daiki stood up, noticing the charm pinched between Miku's fingers.

"Yes, one for each of us." She tugged him toward the counter to pay.

The eerily dressed old lady examined the three items and casually said, "Everything in the shop is ¥500, so three items would be ¥1,500."

Evidently, she didn't recognize the true Cursed Object.

As soon as she finished speaking, Miku placed the money on the counter. She then pulled Daiki out of the shop, giving him one of the charms.

He accepted it, suddenly realizing he was being cared for.

"One for each of us, and don't you dare lose it, ever." Miku said seriously, tying the charm around his waist.

Only then did she contentedly pull him towards home.

Daiki put the wooden box in his pocket and strolled with Miku in the twilight. It wasn't until they reached the apartment entrance that they reluctantly let go of each other's hands.

"Do you want to come in for a bit? It seems they're all out today."

The "they" Miku mentioned clearly referred to her four quintuplet sisters.

"Let's do it next time. I'll invite you to my place." Daiki said, bidding farewell instead of going in.

After all, those four had been following them all day — they deserved some rest too.

"Alright then." Miku replied, her mood slightly dampened.

Just as Daiki was about to offer some words of comfort, a fragrant breeze enveloped him, and he suddenly felt a soft sensation on his lips.

Before he could fully process it, Miku had already turned and entered the apartment. Standing behind the glass door, she waved her arms vigorously at him. Seeing Daiki's dumbfounded expression, she revealed a faint smile.

Meanwhile, at a corner not far away, four little heads were frantically shouting.

"Ahhhhhhhhh..."

"Miku is so bold! She actually... actually kissed him!"

"It's... it's so shameless... How could she do such a thing in public? It's... it's disgraceful to our family!"

"As expected of Miku. Hehe, looks like I'll soon have a brother-in-law. It wasn't in vain that we followed them all day — we finally got some results."

"Oh no, Miku won't get pregnant, will she?"

"Don't be ridiculous, Yotsuba. How could someone get pregnant from just a kiss? At least... at least... Oh my... this is troublesome." Nino Nakano's fingers intertwined, a crimson blush creeping up her snow-white neck.

Although she occasionally overheard such topics in her small group at Sōbu High, witnessing it firsthand was still too stimulating.

Itsuki Nakano's ahoge quivered, her dignified expression barely concealing her shyness. Yotsuba Nakano smiled foolishly, still puzzled by Nino's words. Ichika Nakano's reaction was the most exaggerated, but her eyes narrowed slightly.

The four disguised individuals had been watching the lovely couple all day.

Of course, Daiki had noticed their clumsy disguises when he met with Miku.

Watching him leave the apartment entrance, the quadruplets hurried home. Upon opening the door, they saw Miku sitting on the sofa, sipping green tea. Her fingertips subtly touched her lips, her head buried in her cherry-red hair.

"Sorry, we were held up by something, leaving Miku alone at home."

"It's... it's fine." Miku's mind was filled with memories of what had just happened.

Miku, distracted, failed to notice Ichika's tone and expression. A mischievous smile crept across Ichika's face.

"Ahem, Nino, brew two cups of black tea." She said.

"Huh?" Nino replied, still dazed.

Catching Ichika's wicked grin, she complied and went to prepare the tea.

"Hey, why only two cups? I want one too!" Yotsuba protested, raising her hand. Itsuki quickly pulled her aside.

Nino swiftly returned with two cups of black tea for Ichika.

"Here, one cup each. Drink it all, no matter what." Ichika said sweetly to Nino.

Miku's teacup trembled, her fingers tightening on the handle. Her stockinged feet curled as she clutched the cup with both hands, face flushed. She didn't dare look up, using her headphones to hide her burning cheeks.

Nino glanced at the silent Miku, her eyes glinting mischievously. "Darling, you're so good. Here's a kiss."

Poof!

Miku sprayed green tea everywhere. Itsuki's shoulders shook as she tried to contain her laughter. Even Yotsuba, usually slow on the uptake, realized what was happening and looked away shyly.

"You... how could you all..." Miku stammered, her face scarlet, toes curling in embarrassment.

"Hahahahaha..." Itsuki finally lost control, bursting into laughter.

Furious, Miku snatched up a cushion and chased after Ichika and Nino. The apartment erupted into chaos.

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Meanwhile, Daiki placed the wooden box into his Collection Space.

『Detected host collecting Special-Grade Cursed Object — Sukuna's Finger!』

『Reward: Innate Domain — Malevolent Shrine!』

A scorching flow emerged from the depths of his soul, permeating his entire body. The surging Cursed Energy of the Special-Grade Cursed Object in the Collection Space linked with him.

"Is this the technique of the strongest King of Curses? The Innate Domain includes the Innate Technique Shrine and the two basic Techniques: Dismantle and Cleave. There's also another one called Divine Flame — powerful, but quite limited."

Daiki picked up a stone from the roadside and slightly raised his fingertip.

۞ Innate Technique ⟴ Dismantle! ۞

The stone instantly split in two, cleaved by an invisible slash. The cross-section was terrifyingly smooth.

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