Girl From Another World

Chapter 9 : The Red Disguise

Rei knew that she couldn't continue to fight crime and protect others without taking some serious precautions. As she thought about the best way to hide her identity, she remembered the smithing shop where she had gotten her red katana.

Rei quickly made her way to the shop and walked in, looking around for the owner, Smith. As she spotted him, she approached him with a determined look on her face.

"Smith-san, I need your help," Rei said firmly.

Smith looked up from his work and smiled. "Of course, Rei-chan. What can I do for you?"

"I need a mask and red contact lenses," Rei said, trying to keep her voice steady.

Smith raised an eyebrow. "A mask and contact lenses? What for?"

Rei hesitated for a moment before deciding to trust Smith. "I need to hide my identity. I've been fighting crime, and I don't want anyone to know who I am."

Smith nodded, understanding. "I see. Well, I can certainly help you with that. I have just the thing in mind."

He rummaged through some of his supplies and pulled out a sleek, demon-themed mask with red accents. "This should do the trick. It's made from a special material that won't hinder your vision or breathing, and it's virtually indestructible."

Rei examined the mask, impressed by its quality. "It's perfect. Thank you, Smith-san."

Smith smiled. "Glad to be of service. Now, for the contact lenses."

He reached into a drawer and pulled out a small case of red contact lenses. "These are specially designed to enhance your vision and give your eyes a striking, demonic look. They're also completely safe to wear."

Rei took the case of lenses and thanked Smith again before heading back to her apartment to try them on.

Once she was home, Rei quickly donned her new mask and put in the contact lenses. She looked in the mirror, feeling a thrill of excitement and nervousness. With the mask and lenses on, she felt like a completely different person.

Rei knew that she needed a name to go along with her new identity, and she spent some time thinking about it. She finally settled on "Karasu", which meant "crow" in Japanese. It was perfect, she thought, since crows were known for their intelligence and resourcefulness.

As Karasu, Rei felt invincible. She knew that she had the power to protect others and make a difference in the world. She just had to be careful not to reveal her true identity.

Rei continued to hone her skills and protect the people of her city, all while keeping her secret hidden. But she knew that one day, her past would catch up with her, and she would have to face the consequences of her actions. Until then, she would do everything in her power to make a difference and protect those who couldn't protect themselves.

As Rei was putting on the finishing touches to her costume, her phone suddenly rang. It was Chief Johnson, and the urgency in his voice immediately caught her attention.

"Rei, we have an immediate emergency," he said. "There's been a drive-by shooting just a few blocks away from your location. We need you to investigate the scene and see if you can find any clues."

Rei quickly grabbed her new red katana and put on her mask and contact lenses. She had never used her powers to fight crime before, but the urgency of the situation made her feel like she had to do something.

As she made her way to the scene of the crime, Rei's heart raced with anticipation. She had never felt so alive before, and the rush of adrenaline coursing through her veins only made her feel more invincible.

When she arrived at the scene of the drive-by, the chaos was palpable. Police cars were scattered everywhere, and the sound of sirens filled the air. Rei could see that the officers on the scene were struggling to maintain order, and she knew that she had to act fast if she wanted to help.

With her heightened senses and incredible agility, Rei was able to navigate through the chaos with ease. She quickly assessed the situation and began to look for clues. It wasn't long before she found something that caught her eye: a discarded bullet casing that had fallen to the ground.

Rei picked up the casing and examined it closely. It was clear that this was no ordinary bullet; it was made of a rare metal that was only used in the most high-tech weapons. She knew that this could be a valuable clue in solving the case.

As she continued to search the area, Rei's instincts kicked in. She could sense that someone was watching her, and she knew that danger was lurking just around the corner.

With her sword at the ready, Rei began to move cautiously through the area. Suddenly, she heard the sound of footsteps behind her. She quickly turned around, ready to defend herself.

But to her surprise, it was just Chief Johnson and a group of officers. They had come to assist her in the investigation.

"Good work, Rei," Johnson said. "We knew we could count on you to help us in this situation. You've got a real talent for this kind of work."

Rei was relieved to see the police officers. She knew that her powers could only take her so far, and that she needed the help of the authorities to truly make a difference in the world.

Together, they worked to solve the case and bring the perpetrators to justice. And as they drove away from the scene, Rei knew that she had found her true calling in life: to use her extraordinary powers to fight crime and make the world a safer place for everyone.