Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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The purpose of our visit is important, but the key figures haven't shown up, so there's nothing we can do.

However, things seemed to be taking a turn for the better—the mountain, which they had left less than half an hour ago, was back.

Perhaps it brought some good news.

That's what Kousaka Kyosuke thought.

"...The High Priest asked me to convey to Lord Kyosuke that if he is willing to accept this item, he will meet with you."

The mountain spirit answered with a troubled expression.

He had a vague feeling that things weren't so simple, though he didn't know why.

Even though he had no idea what was inside the long box in front of him...

"How mysterious." The God of Fate frowned and pondered.

After a moment's thought, Kyosuke Kosaka raised his hand and opened the box that Yama was holding from a distance.

"—?!"

The moment the box was opened, Kyosuke Kousaka, Kagura, and Enmusubi all showed obvious changes in their expressions.

Enmusubi stepped forward, observing in astonishment: "...The Kusanagi Sword?"

"Looks like it's time to go back."

Kousaka Kyosuke, sensing that he had a very important task for him, subconsciously said...

He didn't want the divine artifact from Takamagahara.

If you take it without knowing the details at this time, who knows what terrible price you will have to pay?

Kousaka Kyosuke just wanted to fight alongside Seimei, Minamoto no Yorimitsu, and others. He believed that risking his life alone was better than owing some unknown god.

“This sword should be very useful,” Kinnara said.

She could sense the great power of the Kusanagi Sword, and therefore believed that Kyosuke Kousaka would be more effective in fighting Orochi with it.

"The cost is unknown, but I have to be responsible for myself and everyone around me."

Kyosuke Kosaka quickly made a decision and prepared to leave without hesitation.

Seeing this, Kinara didn't continue to persuade them, while Kagura and Kasumigaoka silently packed their things.

The God of Fate scratched his head as he watched this scene, hesitant to speak.

"...So decisive?"

"I don't like people speaking in riddles to me; I'll just say what I want to say directly."

Kousaka Kyosuke said bluntly.

Playing mysterious with him? You're kidding!

How could I possibly agree to something so casually?

Being determined to fight Orochi doesn't mean you have to be led by the nose!

Even the main god of Takamagahara wouldn't be allowed to negotiate!

"The Kusanagi sword can extinguish the impending storm of demonic energy here, but the Ame no Habakiri is sealed here, so we must not act rashly."

An unfamiliar male voice rang out.

A majestic man dressed in a divine robe appeared at the entrance.

Kousaka Kyosuke glanced at the man and instantly realized that he was an illusion. He guessed that this man, namely Shikino, was probably already in Takamagahara.

"What's the price?"

"Using the Kusanagi Sword consumes a lot of spiritual energy, so I'm only lending it to you temporarily."

"it is good."

Kyosuke Kosaka's expression finally calmed down.

Why can't you just speak like a normal person? Why do you have to play mysterious?

379. The Reason for Warning / The High Priest and the Saintess / The Red Shadow Under the Snow

After a brief conversation with the phantom of the Sijin God, who is also the high priest of the Snow Mountain Clan.

Kousaka Kyosuke couldn't help but look at the Goddess of Fate, asking in a questioning tone, "Nothing to say?"

The God of Fate, who had always wanted to shrink away, was stunned.

Seeing how tense the atmosphere was, how could she dare to show herself!

The best thing to do is to go back as soon as possible!

No matter how you look at it, it's a dilemma, isn't it?

Fortunately, the high priest left just two or three seconds after speaking with Kousaka Kyosuke.

The God of Fate finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"...Then I'll take my leave now."

Shan, who was even more adept at reading the atmosphere, smiled slightly, placed the box in his hand on the table, and left.

Kyosuke Kosaka smiled in response and escorted him to the door before returning home.

Then he looked at everyone and took the initiative to explain the reason.

"I felt like I was tricked just now, and I'm very unhappy."

"Are you that stingy?"

Yuanjie Shen secretly breathed a sigh of relief and, as always, spoke his mind in a familiar tone.

Kyosuke Kousaka rolled his eyes: "You know, what Yamadokoro just relayed made me think that this Kusanagi sword was meant for me."

"How could that be?" Enmusubi scoffed. "The Kusanagi Sword is a sacred weapon of Takamagahara, how could I possibly give it to you?"

Kinnara exclaimed in surprise, "Isn't this a gift?"

The God of Fate laughed and said, "How could that be?"

Kagura said, "The words 'accept' in the mountain's earlier statement are indeed easy to misunderstand."

Kasumigaoka frowned slightly.

"Given Shan's cautious nature, I don't think there will be any flaws in the information transmitted from the High Priest."

She did indeed discover many things amiss about this high priest of the Snow Mountain tribe.

The fact that even the Snow Mountain tribe has a subtle attitude towards the High Priest speaks volumes.

"We should try to find out some information from the other side of the mountain," Kagura suggested.

She was actually quite aware of the reason why Kyosuke Kousaka had become wary and serious.

After all, they were asked to accept the famous divine weapon, Kusanagi Sword, without any explanation of what they were supposed to do.

Isn't it only natural to get to the bottom of things and ask clearly?

"We don't know how difficult the unknown will be. If the danger is great, Kinara, the demon sword princess Hakuro, and I will definitely go with them. Kyosuke will definitely have a headache then."

Having spent a lot of time with Kyosuke Kousaka, Kagura was able to almost guess most of Kyosuke Kousaka's thought process.

Ultimately, Kyosuke Kousaka hadn't hidden anything from her at all.

“Yes, I should have asked about the High Priest earlier.” Kinnara suddenly realized.

“That wasn’t a good time, since the High Priest just left not long ago,” Kasumigaoka said. “However, perhaps we can ask others.”

The words seemed to leave something unsaid, and at the same time, Kasumigaoka's gaze slowly settled on a person—no, a god.

Eh?

Kinnara realized what was happening and instinctively looked at Enmusubi.

Enmusubi shrugged, noticing that not only Kasumigaoka and Kinara were looking over, but even Kagura was casting a rare inquiring glance at her.

Unlike usual, Kyosuke Kousaka didn't make any jokes.

With a determined effort, the God of Fate finally made no attempt to hide anything.

"It's nothing. I feel like this big ice block is the same as before, as cold as ice, with a super aloof personality. I often finish talking a lot, and when I turn around, he's gone."

"But he's not a bad person. Although I don't know what he's doing right now, I'm still pretty sure he doesn't have any bad intentions."

Kasumigaoka rests his chin on his hand, deep in thought.

"should……"

"Hey, hey! Trust my judgment a little!"

Unable to contain her temper, Enmusubi waved her little fist at Kasumigaoka.

Secretly, she couldn't help but complain to Kasumigaoka, "He's the perfect example of someone who prioritizes romance over friendship! He's so serious about his love life that he's even neglecting me!"

“I believe that the high priest is certainly not a bad person,” Kousaka Kyosuke said with a smile. “However, when it comes to some major issues, he must also have his own stance.”

The God of Fate twitched the corner of his mouth: "That can't be denied..."