Multiverse: The Forced Exorcist

[Spend 30 points to conceal identity and existence?]

"Yes."

Spending points on concealment was critical. The Toaru world was as dangerous as Danmachi, and its magic gods had universe-level power. For safety, Shirakawa didn't hesitate.

He didn't know if he could bypass the dimensional walls, but after syncing Aincrad's data, he used the Chat Group to teleport.

He arrived in a shadowy alley without surveillance. The city felt strangely familiar—more futuristic than his real world. Its tech was far more advanced, even using nuclear fusion reactors for power.

"New class panel confirmed as Adventurer. No need for extra panels. I'll separately learn Railgun's Electromaster ability. That should work."

"Kamijou's Imagine Breaker is interesting too. If it can be extracted through the skill proficiency panel, it'd be a major boost."

Imagining the scene of shouting "your power is nullified" while stuffing enemy skills back at them made him chuckle.

Time flowed similarly to the Danmachi world. He didn't plan to stay long—just enough to learn advanced combat techniques, deal with the Soma Familia threat, and face Esdeath's challenge in the Chat Group.

He reopened the chat and messaged Mikoto:

Normal High School Student: I'm in your world now, but not sure where exactly...

He wasn't familiar with the local timeline, but heading to Tokiwadai should work. Unexpectedly, her reply came fast:

Railgun: Hmm… where are you now?

Railgun: Or what are you wearing? If there's surveillance nearby, it'll be easier to find you.

Reading his message, Misaka turned to Shirai Kuroko. She hadn't expected Shirakawa to arrive so quickly—just over an hour after their last message. But the timing wasn't ideal…

"Kuroko, about the Level Upper case…"

"You're in a rush?"

"We've found some leads. The music likely contains subliminal cues that simulate synesthesia, causing false power increases."

At Judgment 177, Kuroko was analyzing the Level Upper audio. More people were fainting every day—they needed a solution fast.

Now they had a rough grasp of the situation.

Still unaware of Misaka's subtle change in mood, Kuroko continued:

"We need to solve this before more people collapse. I'll report this to Teacher Kiyama to see if we can find a way."

"By the way… what did you want from me, Onee-sama?"

"Ah… I want your help using Academy City's surveillance to locate someone. He might help with Level Upper."

Of course, Misaka wasn't about to reveal the Chat Group—or Shirakawa's otherworld origins. But saying he could help with the incident would fit Kuroko's logic.

"I messaged him. No reply. Probably out without his phone."

"Your friend, Onee-sama?"

Kuroko muttered to herself. There was no time to dwell on it. Using the description Misaka provided, she quickly accessed the surveillance system.

Moments later—

The screen locked onto Shirakawa, walking down a street in casual attire—clearly a high school student.

He was quite close to their 177 Branch.

Kuroko looked at the screen, then at Misaka.

"This him, Onee-sama?"

"That's him."

Misaka nodded calmly. Getting to him would take time… unless Kuroko used her teleportation.

"Can you teleport us to him?"

"No problem."

Even in a rush, Kuroko wouldn't pass up a chance to be close to her beloved Misaka. Grinning slyly, she wrapped her arms around her and began teleporting repeatedly—

Until they appeared on the same street as Shirakawa, who was on his way to Tokiwadai.

Kuroko finally saw him in person—older than her, probably a high schooler. She didn't know how he and Misaka knew each other, but—

From appearance alone, he was undeniably handsome. His clean-cut features would attract anyone, even from afar.

"…"

Seeing Misaka suddenly appear with a twin-tailed girl at her side, Shirakawa immediately recognized her—

Shirai Kuroko, a Level 4 space-type esper.

As Misaka's loyal sidekick, it made sense she'd tag along.

He greeted them casually:

"Misaka-san."

"Mm…"

"This is my underclassman and roommate, Shirai Kuroko."

They hadn't met in a while, but to Misaka, Shirakawa already felt like he'd grown vastly stronger again.

Still, she didn't forget to introduce her properly.

Her tone was calm as she pursed her lips and said, "Kuroko, this is my friend, Shirakawa. He's currently a high schooler… upperclassman, I think."

"He should be able to help with the Level Upper incident!"

"..."

"That is, if Shirakawa… is willing to help us."