Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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"Kyosuke...please be more polite to Lord Kuro Seimei!"

"It's just a normal chat. If you're not satisfied, Ootengu, how about I speak while crawling on my stomach?"

"..."

The Otengu glared at Kousaka Kyousuke.

He thought to himself, "This person's mouth has become foul again!"

If he hadn't needed to ask someone for help and hadn't been in a vulnerable position, he would definitely have launched a strong counterattack.

Nowadays, however, the Great Tengu does not possess that imposing presence.

Kyosuke Kousaka did indeed help.

The Great Tengu, who wasn't stupid, understood perfectly well that Menreiki was willing to help largely because of Kyosuke Kousaka.

In the past, Ōtengu had heard that a strange masked yokai lived in an abandoned house near the Rōseimon Gate in Kyoto.

That's right, it's Menreiki.

However, when they met this time, Menreiki was still very polite.

There was absolutely nothing strange about it.

This is something that makes it hard to understand what's going on.

"The greater good..." Kuro Seimei remained calm, showing no displeasure at being teased, and simply replied, "Even if we are to accomplish it, we must first resolve some thorny issues."

"Take now, for example. Foolish humans are still rejoicing over the superficial peace, unaware that this seemingly solid Kyoto barrier has long been vulnerable. I really look forward to seeing how long the other me can hold onto that naive idea. I really look forward to it."

His relaxed posture while waving a folding fan looks more like he's just watching the show.

Kyosuke Kousaka, however, knew very well.

Kuro Seimei would indeed help if needed, but he just didn't make his presence known.

If this person were a woman, she would be called "tsundere".

Hey, that's not right.

Men can also have arrogant traits.

"I almost forgot, the Great Tengu also has a tsundere personality. This master and servant pair is truly a divine combination."

Kyosuke Kosaka sighed inwardly, without stopping talking.

"The long-buried calamity is about to awaken; at the very least, we must resolve this before we have the energy to do anything else."

Kuro Seimei sneered.

"Don't think I'll help you. If I have the chance on the day of the ancestral worship, I will still do something that is in accordance with righteousness."

"Whatever you want, just give it your all," Kousaka Kyosuke said casually.

If it weren't for the threat of Yamata no Orochi, Kuro Seimei might have actually done something like the one he did before, which reversed yin and yang.

And now?

If this continues, not only will humans be in trouble, but even the monsters will have a hard time coping.

Although Kyoto at that time did indeed need to rely on the power of yokai to ensure its stability.

However, the monsters also need human power.

Because compared to the few monsters who know magic, most monsters are actually just powerful beasts.

Furthermore, with so many different races, unity is simply impossible.

The Onmyoji in Kyoto possessed a wide variety of magical techniques, enough to overcome various difficulties.

At least, cooperation is more advantageous.

"Especially after Orochi opens the Gates of the Six Paths in the future..."

Kyosuke Kosaka muttered to himself again.

The later destruction was too great, and cooperation between humans and monsters was the most beneficial thing for both of them.

"Lord Kuro Seimei never jokes!"

Seeing that Kousaka Kyosuke seemed unconvinced, Ootengu frowned and emphasized.

Kyosuke Kosaka's expression remained unchanged:

"I have a strong belief in that, but given the current chaotic situation, I think there's a greater chance of cooperation between us. If we're going to be adversaries, that's fine too; it all depends on the circumstances."

Since Kuro Seimei is on the side of the yokai, he naturally prioritizes their interests.

Even if most monsters can protect themselves in the later stages, they still need to combine their abilities with those of the Onmyoji to maximize their effectiveness.

Just like a support character is indispensable in a team fight.

Currently, most Onmyoji in Kyoto are more skilled in support spells.

Examples include protecting, searching, blessing, and setting up protective barriers...

If monsters have these aids, their survivability and combat ability will be greatly enhanced.

In fact, it's not impossible for Onmyoji to assist samurai, but the problem is that there aren't many samurai with strong abilities.

It would be better to choose a monster that is naturally endowed with extraordinary power.

"Cooperation? Ha."

Kuro Seimei smiled meaningfully, his attitude neither agreeing nor disagreeing.

Seeing that he didn't want to talk any more, Kousaka Kyosuke didn't continue speaking.

About half an hour.

Menreiki and Yuki-onna arrived in front of the group.

That's right, the Snow Woman has recovered.

"Thank you." Kuro Seimei thanked him very politely.

It must be said that this former villain can be quite charming when he's being polite.

Menreiki answered truthfully:

"I merely helped the Snow Woman reshape her soul, allowing certain memories to merge more deeply with her soul."

Ōtengu glanced at Yuki-onna: "Her aura has indeed become very stable."

Menreiki suddenly laughed: "Don't worry, I'm a good girl, I won't do anything funny."

Ōtengu's eye twitched as he looked at Menreiki. "Why are you emphasizing this?"

"Then we won't bother you any longer."

Hei Qingming seemed not to hear the words of the spirit opposite him, nodded in acknowledgment, and turned to leave.

The two shikigami, Yuki-onna and Ōtengu, quickly followed behind.

And that was the end of it.

Kyosuke Kousaka didn't feel any regret, even though he hadn't had a chance to say a proper goodbye or exchange a few polite words with them.

She took the initiative to hold the little girl's hand and continued to whisper secrets.

"I'll cook for you now..."

Kuro Seimei, however, felt a little conflicted as he left.

"After getting to know her, Menreiki wasn't as strange as before, and even her personality changed..."

He was well aware of Menreiki's fondness for masks.

As it turned out, the mask gift that was sent this time was not well received.

This is Qin Chuansheng's mask.

It shares the same origin as the mask used by Menreiki.

It should have been given attention, but it wasn't.

It seems that this monster has become much stranger than previously known.

strange.

Day 407 of crossing

Kyosuke Kosaka was still out in the countryside with Kagura.

Ultimately, Kyoto's internal security is getting stronger and stronger, so my participation would only be icing on the cake, and I wouldn't have anything to do anyway.

It would be better to do one's part in the countryside.

"Mayoi's swordsmanship is amazing, but she says she is far inferior to her master."

"I feel like she and White Wolf should get along very well."

“That’s true. Foxes like Mayoi would find it easier and more powerful to use their hands as weapons, but she chose the path of technique, just like White Wolf.”

Kagura nodded her head gently.

Since awakening, she has been traveling with Kyosuke Kousaka and has learned a lot about yokai.