Friday afternoon, after school.
With the weekend ahead, the Occult Research Club, which had already decided on their upcoming activities, gathered to finalize their plans.
"This will be our second outdoor club activity eting."
As always, Kaguya took the lead in organizing and hosting the discussion.
Hayasaka had already prepared the map, displaying it on the club's massive TV screen.
The enlarged Tokyo map appeared first, then gradually shifted towards the nearby sea, where a small island was outlined in red.
"This is Tsukikage Island, the location of our last outdoor activity."
"Since we encountered drug dealers there last ti, the Tokyo tropolitan Police Departnt has tightened security in the surrounding area."
"But there are still many private territories among the nearby islands."
The map then highlighted another island, this ti in blue, similar in size to Tsukikage Island.
However, this island was located on the opposite side of Tsukikage Island.
From the map, it was clear that the two islands were completely separate locations.
"So, I've chosen another island that's almost uninhabited."
Kaguya pointed to the blue-marked island.
"This island's situation is quite similar to Tsukikage Island. Both belong to an archipelago located far from central Tokyo, but this one is even more remote."
"It's an archipelago bordering the Tokyo Circle, making it unsuitable for developnt. Hardly anyone takes an interest in such places."
"Because of its low developnt potential, the island's price was also quite cheap."
"So, I asked Aunt Nao to purchase it."
"...Buy an island?"
Hearing this, Ran couldn't help but feel as if her entire worldview was being shaken.
anwhile, Kaguya remained completely unfazed.
"Actually, I think buying it was the best decision."
"We'll be visiting this weekend for the first ti, and after that, we can mark the island as a location using Hayasaka's power."
"We need a secluded place to master our abilities, and this island will serve as a long-term training ground for us."
"It would be too easy to attract attention if we trained in the city."
"Besides, the island wasn't expensive."
"Shinomiya, can I ask how much it cost?"
Ren was a bit curious.
"Well, about 600,000 US dollars."
"...600,000 US dollars?"
That was definitely on the low side—too low, even.
"That does seem suspiciously cheap."
"There must be a reason why this archipelago's land value is so low."
Kaguya nodded slightly.
"There are quite a few reasons."
"For one, there are several dangerous underwater whirlpools near the island."
"There are no shallow areas around it, it's entirely surrounded by deep-sea waters."
"If soone were to fall in, it would be extrely dangerous."
"Additionally, the island has an active volcano that erupts once or twice a year."
"Even though the land is quite fertile due to volcanic ash, the frequent eruptions make it nearly impossible to construct stable buildings there."
"I see... No wonder the price is so low."
Now, Ren fully understood why the island was so cheap.
Located on the outskirts of the Tokyo tropolitan area, surrounded by deep sea, and subject to yearly volcanic eruptions, these factors made it highly undesirable.
Volcanic ash posed serious health risks, and it was also harmful to electrical devices.
With so many issues stacked against it, it made sense that a sizable island would be sold for just 600,000 US dollars.
"Even drug dealers probably wouldn't want to set up shop in a place like that."
"But for us, it's perfect."
"A remote and isolated location where we can make as much noise as we want without attracting attention."
"As for accommodations, that's not a concern."
Amamiya Ren turned his gaze toward Hayasaka Ai.
"As long as Hayasaka has the power of the Door-Door Fruit, we can train on the island while still returning ho for als and rest at night."
Kaguya nodded in agreent.
"Just as Amamiya said."
"For us, this island is a place where no matter how much we stir up trouble, we won't be easily discovered."
"Even if there's an issue with the dinsion Hayasaka creates using her ability, our training will remain hidden."
"The environnt is truly ideal."
Food and lodging weren't a problem. The island's many supposed 'disadvantages' didn't actually affect them.
In fact, after their initial visit, they wouldn't even need to take a boat to get there in the future.
"Additionally, I've confird that the volcano isn't expected to erupt this year—it'll be at least three months before the next period of activity begins."
"There won't be any issues for this weekend's trip."
Kaguya had done her research thoroughly, ensuring there wouldn't be any problems.
"Now, onto the topic of als after training."
"That's my turn!"
Chika imdiately shot up from her seat.
She had been eagerly waiting for this mont throughout the eting.
Kaguya sighed helplessly.
"Originally, our resting place was supposed to be either my ho or the Sanzenin estate."
"But due to soone's... enthusiastic insistence and considering that she can help cover for us if necessary we decided on her house instead."
"Hehe~"
Chika grinned widely, her face filled with excitent.
"My grandpa and grandpa said they'd help us cover things up if anything happened, so I suggested it to Kaguya."
Hearing that, Ren found the arrangent quite reasonable.
"Well, that works out nicely."
"Although we could handle any issues ourselves, having additional support would definitely ease so burdens."
"If the Fujiwara elders are willing to back us up, it's better to involve them sooner rather than later."
"Preparing for the possibility of exposure early on ans we can develop contingency plans for what cos after."
"When the ti cos, we'll inevitably need so of the Fujiwara family's connections."
"You're already making preparations for that?"
Kaguya was slightly surprised.
"There's nothing wrong with planning ahead, but my concern is that things might escalate too suddenly, leaving us unprepared."
After thinking it over, Kaguya realized he had a point.
Making contingency plans in advance would prevent them from being caught off guard.
"That being said, we still don't have enough power yet."
"There are so things we can afford to expose, but certain channels must remain strictly confidential."
"No matter which organization we're dealing with..."
(To be continued.)
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