You stood at the gateway of the Ayase estate, Turbo Granny perched on your shoulder, your power crackling in the air as you called out—no, demanded—for Jiji to transform into the Evil Eye.

Momo, Seiko, Aira, and Jiji all stared in confusion. Momo’s frustration flared; she thought you were playing some reckless game. Manjiro moved to stop you, but Seiko caught the fire in your eyes and held up a hand.

Seiko: "Don't embarrass them."

Turbo Granny leaned in, whispering last-minute advice on using your power. Momo clenched her fists, hating how cryptic you were being. She wanted to understand—to help—but Seiko’s subtle gesture told her to stand down. Aira, already in her yokai form, stayed on edge, ready to intervene.

Jiji: "Please... help the Evil Eye!"

His voice trembled with desperation. Despite all the harm the Evil Eye had caused, Jiji saw what others didn’t. He’s just a child, he thought, the only one who truly understood. Aira stepped forward, raising a single droplet of water over him.

Before it could fall—before any words could be exchanged—Jiji’s body burst, his clothes shredding as the Evil Eye took control.

No hesitation. No restraint.

A Grudge Ball formed in an instant, his foot reeling back, ready to launch it with lethal force.

The battle had begun.