I planted a sacred tree in Tokyo.

Chapter 156 The Second Tail

Da da da da,

Amidst the roar of artillery fire, the CH-47 transport helicopter flew toward the location marked with bloody hampers.

However, this also angered, or rather provoked, the demon tide. A large number of demons rushed over. Although they were immediately intercepted by the surrounding armed helicopters and large drones, quite a few 'flying sticks' still broke through the defense line and crashed into the helicopters.

Ding ding ding,

Amidst the ear-piercing metallic clanging, the large transport helicopter began to shake violently.

"Please go ahead, everyone."

After kicking open the transport plane's hatch, Kafka didn't leave first; instead, he walked towards the cockpit.

"I'll be there shortly."

"Let's go,"

Iori Kazuka tilted her head and led Fuji Seiko and her super special police officers to leap out first.

Other superhumans also leaped out of the cabin. With their strength, this height of a hundred meters was no different from that on the ground. As all the superhumans jumped down, the transport plane, which had withstood a large number of flying rod attacks, also wobbled and crashed to the side.

boom!
The explosion and flames engulfed the helicopter.

However, Kafka, who strode out carrying the two pilots, showed no signs of injury whatsoever.

"They're terrifyingly strong,"

Some people couldn't help but mutter that they had no problem jumping out of the plane to escape.

But to rescue the pilot while they were at it would be very difficult; to do it with such ease would be even more challenging.

"Thank you,"

He lowered two pilots and pointed behind him.

"Go back quickly, and be careful."

After saying this, Kafka turned and nodded to the group of extraordinary individuals.

"go!"

As Kafka sped off first, numerous extraordinary beings followed closely behind, forming an arrowhead formation: their speed was no less than that of an arrow, as they raced towards Mount Koya.

The flight speed of ancient arrows was mostly only around 30-40 meters per second: that is to say, when they ran, they were at a speed that even arrows could not catch up with!
The countless flying demons immediately abandoned the army and rushed towards the small team, densely packed, numbering in the thousands, as if drawn by a magnet.

In an instant, the demons that filled the entire battlefield surged towards the team like a tide, turning into a roaring river that kept gathering: and the direction it pointed in was the extraordinary squad that was launching a surprise attack on the Koya Mountains.

From a distance, it looks like a horizontal tornado that appears out of nowhere, blotting out the sky.

"Optical guidance, stop those demons!"

Missiles came whistling in and bombarded the flood of demons.

It burst into flames and smoke, but was quickly overwhelmed by more demons: when the number reached a certain level, it was also a terrifying attack.

Unfortunately, some of their opponents are capable of ignoring numbers:
boom----

Just as the torrent of demons was about to catch up with the superhuman team, it was as if they had suddenly crashed into an invisible semi-circular barrier: countless demons at the forefront exploded with a bang, and shockwaves spread out, tearing and shattering a large number of demons into dust flying everywhere.

What a terrifying punch!

Isoya Dai couldn't help but look back.
The sheer destructive power they could create with just their fists and feet, a power that would require a combined 'Yin-Yang Technique,' is practically an injustice!
Fortunately, we are teammates now, and that strength brings peace of mind.

"Sister, what will we do then?"

"Um,"

The two siblings, speeding along, exchanged a glance.
Their target is their 'master', Kainin. If they can use Kafka's power to defeat the 'Blood Hakama,' they can break their master's restraints and then the three of them can return to the village together: then they can change 'Isoya Village' to 'Kainin Village,' restore the glory of the 'Shadow Ninja' clan, and as disciples, it is their duty to do so!
Master, we're here.

"Amitabha."

"What, are you scared?"

As he sped closer to his friend Shigeo, Yagyu Isao, who had been brought to this battle by his 'father,' jokingly teased the young monk who was unconsciously chanting Buddhist prayers.

"Don't panic, I'm the weakest one in the team."

The implication is that if I, a 'weak wolf', am not afraid, what are you, a 'strong tiger', afraid of?
After learning the 'family breathing technique,' Yagyu Isao broke through the limitations and entered the 'wolf level' category: although he was not a super special police officer of the Metropolitan Police Department, he was indeed the weakest in the team, but judging from his expression, he had a kind of 'fearless' eagerness to try.

It must be said that his 'father's' educational methods were somewhat effective.

"This humble monk will protect you."

Monk Zhixiong felt both affection and envy for his friend.

The other person has a carefree personality, similar experiences, and the same hobbies and interests. Furthermore, the other person's father is still alive, and although strict, it's clear he loves him just as much. In contrast, while he himself possesses considerable talent, he...
"What are you talking about?"

"Take good care of yourself."

"You're the general who'll be facing the enemy head-on; I'm just a lowly soldier roaming the perimeter. It's safe for me."

"Saito-kun, are you regretting it?"

"regret?"

"Just death."

Faced with Yamagami Toru's question, Saito Suke, who was speeding in the middle of the group, answered subconsciously.

"No, I meant the girl: you kicked her out of the room yesterday."

His figure swayed slightly as he ran, but Saito replied nonchalantly.

"We have no future."

"What if we manage to get back alive this time?"

Yamagami Toru interrupted Saito Suke's 'repetition,' knowing full well that their journey was fraught with peril, but if they could survive—

"If I can go back this time, I will..."

The image of the girl named 'Tama' flashed through Saito's mind.

The girl's feelings were genuine, but Saito, constrained by his status, had not accepted her advances. If he managed to return alive this time, he planned to date her, with marriage as the goal.

"Cheer up, everyone!"

As Yizhi Kazuka moved at high speed, she turned to look at the extraordinary special police officers behind her.

"You know the strength of General Kafka."

"That 'blood-stained hakama' is clearly an Onmyoji; direct combat isn't his forte. We're sure to win. No, we're guaranteed to win!"

Unbeknownst to them, a group of superhumans, their bodies covered in 'flags,' were moving at high speed, quickly penetrating deep into the Koya Mountains: the surrounding explosions and gunfire vanished rapidly, replaced by the buzzing sound of countless wings flapping, and:

The demons are attacking from all directions!
"Leave this to us, you guys conserve your spiritual energy first."

Yi Zhiyi waved her hand, and more than a dozen extraordinary special police officers dispersed to the left and right, and then:
They all pulled out a sealing scroll and slapped it onto their belts.

"Armed!"

Thump, thump, thump, thump, thump,

One after another, exoskeleton powered armors, each over two meters tall, appeared out of thin air behind them. As these extraordinary lieutenants, whose 'spiritual power' had already reached the 'wolf level,' leaped backward, they jumped into the open cockpit.

Click click click click,

Amid a series of mechanical closing sounds, these powered armors automatically closed, seamlessly merging into one.

Immediately afterwards, his hands and feet moved wildly, just like an ordinary person.

"We'll clear the way!"

After donning the power armor, the two 'armored special police' in front immediately drew their cubic boron nitride adhesive cutting blades and swung them wildly, slashing and hacking: as weapons capable of cutting metal and with a hardness second only to diamond, these ordinary monsters would truly die if they were grazed or injured if they were touched.

Boom——Boom——

Meanwhile, the 'armored special police' guarding the left and right sides of the team raised their arms, with huge fuel tanks on their backs filled with compressed high-fuel powder; as long as they clenched their five fingers, the nozzles above the back of their hands would spew out raging flames, forming a fire column as long as fifty meters.

The United States has extensive experience with flamethrowers: during island wars, they have wiped out island nation armies hiding in tunnels, caves, and bunkers.

As the party being 'burned,' the island nation also accumulated considerable experience, producing flamethrowers that were equally powerful. Armored special police charged and slashed at the front, while armored special police on both sides used flamethrowers to scorch.
The Metropolitan Police Department also spared no expense.

"Alright, let's make it to our destination in one go!"

"Hoo~~!!"

Seeing that their numbers weren't enough to overwhelm the army, the yokai began to fuse, transforming into enormous chimeras to block their path. Next up was:

"Holy Son, let's go!"

Similarly, Iori Kazuka, who instantly 'transformed' using the sealing scroll and donned power armor, led the remaining super-special police officers to take the lead.

At the same time, some extraordinary individuals also made their move:
"Wind Breathing - Water Moon Blade!"

With a flash of light, the afterimage remained in place, and the cyan figure had already appeared behind a chimera.

This is a classic Japanese technique called "shrinking the earth into an inch" or "slashing the ground into an inch." Essentially, it's a technique that strikes unexpectedly and bursts forth briefly. However, with the help of superhuman strength and "breathing techniques," it achieves a scene that was once only seen in movies and anime.

Tear

Amidst the sounds of limbs being torn apart, the 'synthetic beast', which hadn't even had a chance to unleash its power, began to shift from its head upwards.

A crack ran straight through his body, cleaving him in two right in the middle!

"As expected of Father."

Drawing his alloy longsword from his waist, Yagyu Isao also charged out, flying across the battlefield amidst a swirling whirlwind, his feet barely touching the ground.

Although he didn't possess the overwhelming power of 'Yagyu Hara Shige' who could annihilate a chimera with a single strike, he was still able to hold his own against it.

Is this the 'breathing technique'?

Iori Kazuka, clad in power armor, had a glint in her eyes.
The fact that the Yagyu family had comprehended the 'breathing technique' from their family's ancient texts caused quite a stir in the supernatural community.

As the old saying goes: the biggest problem with artificially created superhumans is that they cannot use the 'spiritual power' within their bodies.

Those who can mobilize spiritual power to launch attacks are among the top human beings: Colonel Gu Lie, Yi Hua himself, and certain martial artists.

For 'ordinary' artificial supernatural beings to mobilize spiritual power, apart from having sufficient talent, it seems that there are only three options: Yin-Yang techniques, Buddhist supernatural powers, and samurai breathing techniques.

Leaving aside the Yin-Yang arts, only the Isoya family and the Ashiya lineage represented by Yu-kun possess them as family secrets, which they certainly wouldn't easily teach others; Buddhist supernatural powers, although Master Shi-xiong also knows them, he relies more on 'initiation with magical artifacts' and has almost no cultivation experience.

Only the Yagyu family's 'breathing technique' can be taught and passed down; unfortunately, the only one who currently masters the breathing technique is the current head of the family, Yagyu Harashige.

And his son, Yagyu Isao.

It is very strong, but...
Iori Kazuka always had a lingering doubt; this 'Yagyu Harashige' gave her a familiar feeling.

Forget it, let's just focus on the fight.

He raised his titanium alloy shield, covered in explosive counters, and blocked the chimera's claws.

boom---!
The next second, the explosive device, which was hit by the impact, caused the chimera to stagger.

Before the opponent could adjust its position, the power armor's other hand wielded a sharp 'cubic boron nitride adhesive cutting blade' that tore the synthetic beast in half!

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"kill!!"

"Very close."

"Keep moving forward, the goal is just ahead!"

The crisp sound of blades tearing through exoskeletons, the explosions after flames raged and burned—even amidst a massive horde of demons, this extraordinary team still went against the tide, heading towards the location previously scouted by the drones disguised as 'demons'.

Hopefully, the other person hasn't left!
Suddenly, the view cleared. Yi Zhi looked up and saw that there was no trace of Bi Yao ahead.

This is certainly not because they have completely exterminated the demons, but because:

"Not bad, they actually managed to get this far."

The hoarse voice startled the superhumans who kept rushing into the 'open space'.

This is a hemispherical clearing, about the size of a football field, located atop a mountain. Countless demons swarm and dance around it, yet dare not cross the line. For their master resides here:
In the center of the open space, more than a meter above the ground, floats a mysterious figure dressed as an Onmyoji, his face covered by a white cloth with black characters.

Bloodstained Hakama!
This extraordinary being, who has been operating in secret for six months or perhaps two years, is the culprit behind all the disasters in Wakayama Prefecture!

Besides the blood-stained hakama floating more than a meter high, there was also a slender female ninja beside him.

"Master!" x2
Upon breaking through to this point, the Igoya siblings' faces lit up with joy, and they instinctively took a few steps forward.

They abruptly stopped, because of the presence of the blood-stained trousers.

If they rush forward rashly, they will only become a burden to their master, just like before.

brush----

A figure flashed by, and Kafka, wearing a military overcoat, finally appeared in the square, his gaze fixed on 'Blood Hakama'.

"You're the mastermind behind all of this?"

"It's me."

'Blood-Clad' turned its head and sneered.

"Did you bring these ants here to your funeral?"

After he finished speaking, his gaze lingered on Yamagami Toru and Saito Suke.

"And these two little demons,"

"I have bestowed power upon you, yet you turn around and hinder me?"

"I'm sorry, Lord Bloodhakama."

Yamashiro stepped forward and bowed.

“We are human beings.”

This sentence is the answer.

"Very well, then I will withdraw your power as well—"

Of course!

As 'Blood Hakama' pointed a finger, Yamagami Toru and Saito Suke immediately screamed and fell to their knees, their bodies visibly shrunken and withered.
Snap, X2
Just then, Kafka stepped forward and placed his hands on their shoulders.

"hold onto!"

As the stern reminder was given, the flesh and blood of Kafka's arms continued to writhe, melt, and then transfer to Yamagami Toru and Saito Suke: it looked as if he was filling the void between the two with his own flesh and blood.

"Ok?"

Lowering his finger, 'Blood Hakama' looked astonished.

"So it was the 'Ghosts of Rashomon,' no wonder you dared to bring them here."

As a 'cursed seal holder', Jugo's bloodline can heal them: just like Jugo healed Sasuke, whose internal organs were blown away.

"Huhuhu~~~"

As Blood Hakama lowered his hand, Yamagami Toru and Saito Suke gasped for breath. In that instant, they felt their demonic power and flesh being drained away. If Kafka Riku hadn't used his power to replenish them, they would have died long ago.

"You guys are lucky; you actually ran into the Oni clan's 'Ibaraki'."

'Blood Hakama' waved his hand, seemingly unconcerned.

"Since he is willing to use his blood and flesh essence to save you, then I am not an unromantic person."

"You are free."

After saying that, Blood Hakama changed the subject.

"But you will soon realize that freedom comes at a price."

As soon as he finished speaking, countless black characters suddenly appeared on the ground, forming concentric rings that spread out and covered the entire battlefield.

"Rise, adult's eighth tail—"

(End of this chapter)