I Can See Health Bars in Real Life-Chapter 345 - 14: In the Modern Era (Part 2)

Regarding the strange traits he gained during the process of becoming a Divine Spirit in the previous Dungeon World—traits like "unnoticeable," "easy to overlook," and "low presence"—they were unable to exert their intended effect in this situation.

Because these traits themselves are an inadvertent influence, allowing him to be even more overlooked when he already isn’t being noticed, remaining in a psychological blind spot. But if someone, for some reason, is influenced and has already shifted their focus...

Then these traits naturally lose their effect; they can’t forcibly make people ignore his existence.

Just like before at the Himura Family, where Grandpa Himura heard the sound from him or the sword scabbard, inherently knowing someone was inside the storage room. So upon opening it, he naturally discovered his existence right away... because attention had already been drawn, it was just as simple as that.

It’s the same now. If Gu Mo were wandering these streets alone at night, there wouldn’t be any issues.

But now he’s walking side by side with a Witch.

Thus when Kikyo naturally attracted numerous gazes, it became impossible for others to ignore his presence. However, the bad news is that he’s walking with Kikyo, and the good news is the same—that he’s walking with Kikyo—so although many youngsters are restless, in the end, none acts impulsively.

The Witch’s demeanors draws attention, causing countless males pretending to be calm to inevitably turn around for another look after passing by.

Nevertheless, Gu Mo isn’t bad either; just the passive charm from the Nine-tailed Possession is enough to overwhelm ordinary people. Especially as he grows, his attributes improve, resulting in an enlarged "capacity" to harbor greater power of the Nine-tailed, these additional effects are somewhat enhanced.

Because of this, their existence becomes an obstacle for others who dare not come up and strike a conversation.

Gu Mo noticed a few Shibuya-style gals, probably very outgoing girls, appearing in his view multiple times, aggressively coming forward as if to lift their spirits. Yet halfway, they couldn’t help but lose their vigor, staring at the Witch’s silhouette with resentment before choosing to retreat.

Their demeanor is undoubtedly bold, yet facing Kikyo’s unintentional all-around suppression, the courage within them entirely dissipates.

Remembering his encounters before entering the Dungeon World, Gu Mo strokes his chin thoughtfully, nodding repeatedly. That’s why he ended up being entangled, not without reason. Those girls rely on their strength in numbers and see him alone, so they think he’s easy prey...

Walking with the Witch should effectively prevent such disturbances from occurring.

"That’s the mall..."

Noticing the Witch slowing her steps again, her gaze fixed on the bustling commercial center across, Gu Mo kindly explained: "It’s a place composed of various shops where you can conveniently buy all sorts of things; basically everything..."

"Everything?"

"Yes, food, clothing, essentials, entertainment, all kinds of supplies ordinary people need for living, you can find them here..."

Gu Mo nodded while counting on his fingers as he spoke. He was well accustomed to such places, but to the Witch, it might be something worth noting and surprising... In reality, which aspect of a modern city wouldn’t surprise her?

He even keenly sensed Kikyo’s restraint. Unlike before, she typically didn’t care about others’ strange looks, nor would she show such a wavering expression toward him... Perhaps it’s because she suddenly ended up in a completely unfamiliar world, where past experiences and knowledge no longer apply.

If Kikyo were alone, she’d probably maintain the cool and rigorous demeanor of the resolute Witch, capable of handling things well herself.

But having Gu Mo here, who is a familiar person, and at the same time understands her while being more familiar with this strange world better than her, could help her confront this unfamiliar world better—people often choose to be strong only when they have no one to rely on, and the reverse is true.

"A mall, huh? That’s really quite nice... if not too wonderful."

Kikyo gazed at the entrance where people were flowing in and out like ants, and after a long moment, she gently nodded.

Her tone was somewhat inexplicable, seeming a bit envious, but Gu Mo understood she wasn’t speaking from her perspective, but from the standpoint of her entire era... Because in that time of chaotic warfare, hunger and cold were commonplace, and everything was precarious. Such things were hard to imagine.

"Should we go in for a look?" Gu Mo pondered while tentatively inviting her. From a later era’s viewpoint, he actually found the malls of this time quite outdated with a strong retro feel since even mobile phones were from the Motorola era.