Solace Book House — Silent Reading Area
At this moment, the sly fox had finished reading the manga.
"Different timelines, soul exchange, and then changing the past… What an interesting concept. I never expected the manga here at Boss Han's shop to be this fascinating."
Closing the book, Yae Miko let out a soft sigh of admiration.
She had originally come for the reward— to seek a method to save Inazuma.
But unexpectedly, she encountered such a wonderful story.
This trip had definitely been worthwhile.
As the chief editor of Yae Publishing House, Miko had read countless books— all kinds of light novels.
Yet in her view, none of them could compare to this manga.
The gap between them was enormous.
The Realization
"But the method Boss Han mentioned—the one that can save Inazuma… what exactly is it?"
Miko frowned in deep thought.
Aside from its novel premise, Your Name appeared to be an ordinary modern story.
Nothing else seemed particularly special.
However, a mysterious figure like Boss Han would never mislead her for no reason.
That meant there must be something she had overlooked.
"Wait… the male and female leads swapped bodies. That means he traveled to the past and changed the tragedy there?"
A spark flashed through her mind.
At that instant—she understood.
She finally grasped Boss Han's meaning.
She also realized what the so-called method to save Inazuma truly was.
Exchange souls with someone from 500 years ago.
Then change the tragedy in the past— and save present-day Inazuma.
Because she was the head shrine maiden of the Grand Narukami Shrine, her identity mirrored that of Mitsuha in the story.
Therefore, she had a high chance of obtaining that very reward.
"Boss Han is truly remarkable."
After connecting all the pieces, Miko felt genuine admiration for the mysterious shop owner.
To possess such extraordinary methods—it was astonishing.
Thinking that Inazuma finally had hope, she picked up the manga and hurried toward the counter.
Others Notice
"It seems Lady Miko has found her answer."
Watching her brisk steps, Ganyu smiled softly.
For Inazuma, this was likely a good sign.
"Huh? What did you say?"
Nearby, Cloud Retainer, who was happily reading Tom and Jerry, looked up.
"Nothing. Just enjoy your manga."
Ganyu sighed lightly.
"Oh, but this manga is really fun. Ganyu, you should try it next time."
Cloud Retainer grinned and returned to reading.
The Reward Appears
Soon, Yae Miko arrived at the counter.
"Boss Han, I understand your meaning now. I only wonder about the reward."
Her plan sounded promising—but everything depended on one condition:
the ability to exchange souls.
Without that, it would all be meaningless.
"Please wait a moment."
Han Feng smiled slightly.
For her to grasp his intention so quickly— this fox truly was clever.
He turned his gaze toward the system.
A notification appeared.
[Customer Yae Miko has finished reading Your Name.]
[Reward obtained — Soul Exchange Card!]
Soul Exchange Card:
A card imbued with mysterious power.
After use, the holder will randomly exchange souls with a person from 500 years ago for half a day.
Note: Because the holder is female, the exchange target will also be female.
"Indeed… Yae Miko was destined to be the one."
Seeing the reward appear, Han Feng felt a sense of inevitability.
Even characters like Diona and Yanfei had failed to obtain it.
Yet Miko drew it on her first try.
If this were a story, she would be the protagonist—
the chosen one.
"I wonder who she'll end up swapping souls with 500 years in the past."
Activation
A radiant light descended from above, surrounding Yae Miko.
"This light is quite unusual."
She showed no fear— only curiosity.
Soon, the glow faded.
A black card appeared in her hand.
Both sides were engraved with strange symbols.
Staring at them too long felt as if they might pull one's consciousness inward.
"Boss Han, this is…?"
Miko looked at him expectantly.
"It's a Soul Exchange Card. Think of using it, and you'll randomly swap souls with a woman from 500 years ago for half a day."
Han Feng answered calmly.
Hope
"A Soul Exchange Card…"
Hearing the explanation, Miko's beautiful eyes lit up with delight.
She had truly obtained it.
And the target would also be female—
That alone made her breathe a sigh of relief.
She had no desire to exchange souls with a man.
But if it were another woman, then for the sake of saving Inazuma, she could accept it.
"Boss Han, is there no way to choose the person?"
She asked gently.
If possible, she would have set the destination specifically to Inazuma.
With only half a day available, every moment mattered.
"That isn't possible,"
Han Feng replied, shaking his head.
"But if luck favors you, you might even swap with your own self from 500 years ago."
"Swapping with my past self wouldn't help."
Miko sighed.
Five centuries ago, she had still been an untransformed fox.
Even if she returned to that time, she would lack the power to change anything.
Ei and the others would likely think she was joking.
The Decision
"Never mind. I'll deal with it once I get there."
She shook her head, discarding unnecessary worries.
Having the chance to change fate at all was already rare.
There was no need to demand perfection.
Then she suddenly remembered something and spoke to Han Feng.
"While my soul is exchanged, please keep watch over my body."
If the person who swapped into her body had malicious intent, that could be dangerous.
"You can rest assured. I'll watch over it until you return."
Han Feng smiled.
As the shop owner, preventing unnecessary trouble was part of his responsibility.
"Thank you, Boss Han. I'll properly express my gratitude once I return."
Miko gave him a charming smile.
With his protection, she felt completely at ease.
She raised the mysterious black card and focused her thoughts.
"Take me to 500 years ago."
The moment the words formed in her mind, the card dissolved into countless specks of light.
A strange radiance enveloped her.
The scenery before her eyes began spinning backward rapidly.
Fatigue washed over her.
She closed her eyes.
And when she opened them again—
the world before her had become both unfamiliar and strangely familiar.
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