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    [Countermeasures]
    I’ve heard that many humans from the village wish to become her disciple. It’s true that one’s ordinary life would change if one could master the arts of the hermit.
    However, she doesn’t seem to think of those disciples as anything more than servants. Which is quite natural; a hermit’s disciples are mere gophers. *2
    Therefore, even if you wish to master superhuman powers as well, it seems it would be best to avoid becoming her disciple on a whim.
    Also, even if you’ve acquired powers similar to that of a hermit, shinigami may make attempts on your life. It can’t be very pleasant.
    Incidentally, she herself is cooperative with humans, so there’s no need to fear her. If you’re ever pursued by youkai, she should help you if you escape to her house. Although the entrance is hidden, so I don’t know where it is… *3
    *2 Ultimately, hermits only use their power for their own benefit. There’s no need for them to teach people about it.
    *3 If you shout “Help me- Mikoemo-n!”, she might hear you with her sharp ears.