I planted a sacred tree in Tokyo.

Chapter 639 The Celebration Is About to Begin
Shibuya Ward,
Yoyogi Park
Behind the shrine of the calamity god 'Tokitema-no-Mikoto'.
"Hello, Uncle Director,"

Facing the obedient little girl in police uniform with her bob haircut bowing to her, Director Zhuya smiled and ruffled her hair.

"Hello, little Mai, this is candy from your uncle."

As she spoke, she took out a lollipop and handed it to the 'God of Calamity' in front of her, which immediately made Ogawa Maya beam with joy: the candy that Director Takeya took out was naturally not an ordinary item; it was made from the syrup extracted and concentrated from the 'spiritual sugarcane' cultivated by Xiaobai's offspring.

Consuming it will increase spiritual energy activity for a period of time.
While not priceless, it is certainly a valuable item.

"Long time no see, Holy Son."

As Ogawa Mai licked her lollipop, Chief Inspector Takeya raised his hand to greet the mature female police officer next to him.

"Long time no see, Director."

After bowing and greeting her, Fuji Seiko gave her former boss a quick look.

"It seems you've had a good rest lately?"

"Yes, thanks to that 'little princess,' I can finally get a few good nights' sleep."

The energetic Director Zhu Ya stretched her arms and legs, showing a rare casual demeanor in front of her two 'former subordinates'.

"All the work has been completed, and I feel so relaxed that I'm not used to it."

With all the supernatural disasters vanishing instantly, the Metropolitan Police Department's work immediately became largely obsolete—largely obsolete because of the restless supernatural beings: in this era, supernatural crime is also a major headache. And:
"The Burning Legion and America are up online again. Ah, sorry."

Director Zhu Ya, who habitually started talking about work, suddenly slapped her forehead.
The old habit happened again.

"I've come here today to invite you all to attend the 'little princess's' celebratory meal."

Time is like that; when you pay attention, it seems to move very slowly, with a full 24 hours and 86400 seconds in a day; but if you don't pay attention, it will slip away silently like a meerkat.

Ordinary people are busy making money through transportation, while the extraordinary are relaxing and contemplating nature. The Burning Legion and America are exchanging insults online while constantly launching rockets and recruiting 'new humans'. More than two months have passed in the blink of an eye.

The mysterious 'little princess' is finally about to make her appearance!
Various countries and powerful entities have expressed their intention to travel to Tokyo to offer their congratulations and mark the end of this period of peace.

"Director, what gift are you planning to give?"

When it comes to gift-giving, you definitely shouldn't ask someone you're not close to.
But Fujiseiko was also a 'veteran' of the Metropolitan Police Department, so she couldn't help but be a little curious.

"this--"

Director Takeya pointed at Mai Ogawa, who was licking a lollipop, and Mai was taken aback by his action.

"No, no, Mai isn't a gift!"

"No, I'm referring to this 'spiritual candy' in your hand."

Director Zhu Ya couldn't help but facepalm. This rare candy was not only delicious, but also full of spiritual energy. Well, maybe the principal's child didn't care about spiritual energy, but he certainly wouldn't refuse this sweet treat.

what?
Can a three-month-old baby eat candy?

Others may need to consider this issue, but Director Zhuya, who oversees extraordinary affairs in the island nation, naturally knows some confidential information:
For example, that person's child is a little princess; for example, the name has already been decided as 'Tsukiyomi'; for example, the child is already running around everywhere.
Should I say he's worthy of being that person?

"I've prepared several kilograms of 'spiritual candy' as a gift, what about you?"

How many kilograms?!
Looking at the lollipop in her hand, Ogawa Mai suddenly didn't find it appealing anymore.

"For a small shrine like ours, the only things we can really offer are things like 'lucky bags', right?"

Faced with Fuji Seiko's sigh, it was Director Takeya's turn to be speechless.

Is this considered small?
As the only 'god' of the island nation's government, the Kawamai Shrine is only slightly smaller than the 'Inari God,' and is definitely a large shrine: there's no way around it, other gods don't even glance at the island nation, let alone bestow their power, leaving their priests and shrine maidens with nothing to say even if they want to promote the country.

Besides the magnificent shrine atop the sacred tree that can accommodate 100,000 people, the largest shrine is actually located at:
Imperial Palace!

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Chiyoda Ward,

No. 1-1, Chiyoda-cho,
There is also a shrine in the magnificent Imperial Palace;
However, unlike the bustling crowds in Mai, this shrine was solemn and deserted.

Because this place enshrines 'Ōnichi no Kami': as the origin of the island nation's imperial family, how could ordinary people be qualified to set foot here? Only members of the imperial family can worship here, such as Nozomi Tenma who stepped into it, and Ami Shimizu who lowered her head and dared not look around.

Royal family members are not supposed to have surnames, but they are all exceptions;
At the same time, the rise and fall of the entire royal family rested entirely on Pegasus's bare hands, and no one dared to say anything.

After paying homage to 'Ōnichi no Kami', Tenma wanted to lead Shimizu Ami out of the shrine, where they encountered Iori Kazuka.

"Pegasus,"

Iori Kazuka, unusually, didn't wear her usual 'biker boss' outfit, but instead changed into a women's suit; at first glance, she actually had a rather dashing and beautiful appearance, but as soon as she opened her mouth, all her charisma vanished.

What are you planning to give to that family's child?

"Let me make this clear beforehand, I'm completely helpless when it comes to these kinds of things—"

"This is my gift,"

Tenma opened her hand, and in her palm were three magatama strung together.

Magatama is an important symbol in the island nation; it represents power and legal authority, and is also a symbol of the royal family: others are not qualified to use magatama accessories at will.

"This is the application of the 'yin attribute spiritual power nature change' that I comprehended during the time I wore the 'Yasakani no Magatama'."

Creation from nothing!

But unlike ordinary superhumans who create things out of thin air and then quickly disappear;
Pegasus hopes to imbue the jade she creates with her spiritual power, so that it can last for a long time: it would also make a good gift for a child.

"That's it,"

Looking at the magatama in Tenma's hand, Ichika couldn't help but scratch his head.

"I originally thought that once I reached the Demon level, the gap between us would narrow—but now it seems that it has widened instead."

"No matter how things change, we will always be good friends."

Pegasus patted Ichika on the shoulder and tilted his head.

"Let's go."

"Let's go to Adachi Ward first."

Although it wasn't 'time' yet, as locals, it was only natural for them to offer their congratulations in advance. The principal was usually low-key, but since he valued his offspring so much, everyone couldn't refuse him: how could it be enough if they didn't celebrate in a lively manner for several days?
Even extraordinary experts still need to be mindful of 'human relationships and social etiquette'.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Heian Jing,
A group of people emerged from the mist-shrouded city.

"Seimei, is it alright for us to just go like this?"

The girl with the umbrella looked up and asked,
She wore a goldfish hair ornament in her short hair and a deep red Heian period kimono; the pink chrysanthemum pattern on the collar and the gold cloud embroidery on the cuffs all indicated that she was of noble status.

A ring of waves rippled around the umbrella that was being held up.
One side depicts a goldfish, while the other side features the famous pentagram 'Kikyo Seal'.

Minamoto no Kagura

You can tell just by the name.

They were true members of the royal family a thousand years ago.

"We're just going to offer our congratulations, what could possibly be the problem?"

Before the leading Onmyoji could answer, a young man carrying a Japanese bow spoke up.

The young man wore samurai attire that revealed half of his body, with a flute and a short sword tucked into the red shimenawa (sacred rope) at his waist. The gentian crest on his armor proved that he also came from the Genji clan.

Yuan Boya

He is someone who frequently appears in various records.
Abe no Seimei's 'best buddy,' and also Minamoto no Kagura's older brother. "Won't it be alright to leave the nun alone to look after the house?"

There should have been four of them, but the 'Yaobikuni' who was skilled in divination said she didn't want to go out and stayed to watch the house.

"It doesn't matter,"

The leading Onmyoji lightly waved his folding fan.
“If it weren’t for some kind of venomous snake, the nun wouldn’t have been killed; besides, we can come back anytime—”

After saying that, the Great Onmyoji waved his folding fan.

豱豱辘辘~~
Amid the sound of wheels rolling,

A bullock cart pulling a delicate carriage appeared out of thin air and headed towards the three of them.

In ancient times, island nations did not have horses, and nobles traveled by oxcarts: of course, the oxcart in front of us was no ordinary oxcart.

"Kagura, let me help you."

Minamoto no Hiromasa stepped forward, helped his sister into the car, and jumped into the driver's seat himself.

The great Onmyoji Abe no Seimei vanished into thin air with a light tap of his folding fan, instantly teleporting into the carriage.

"drive--"

With a flick of the reins by Minamoto no Hiromasa, the two oxen pulling the cart took off, their hooves rising in plumes of flame. As they galloped, the cart traced an elegant arc, soaring into the sky and heading towards Tokyo.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Sea Kingdom

Mount Suzuka
"Have you heard? Lord Ōtakemaru is going to Tokyo!"

"I already knew that; I heard that Lady Kani would be going too. It's a pity I wasn't chosen."

On this island floating on the sea, the many 'Sea Kingdoms' were discussing it. For them, the two months had passed in the blink of an eye. The 'principal's' child's 'celebration ceremony' was about to be held, and various extraordinary forces were going to offer their congratulations.

The Sea Kingdom will naturally be present, with Ōtakemaru personally leading the group.

"That 'principal' is amazing. Although he only made a move once, he was able to defeat 'Abe no Seimei,' making him arguably the most powerful Onmyoji in modern times."

News from the Sea Kingdom was outdated; in the eyes of many Sea Kingdom people, this person was still merely a Grand Yin-Yang Master.

"The ability to curse and kill extraordinary beings across an entire planet is terrifying."

"I wonder how much of his talent his children inherited?"

"That's hard to say. Some human children are incredibly gifted, while others lead mediocre lives."

These 'sea people' also gossip after gaining wisdom; discussing what that person's bloodline would be like is also their pastime.

They just didn't expect that,
Some people are truly born at the top.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Egypt,

"Amir, I'm leaving this place to you for the time being."

The bald high priest Imhotep instructed that, since it concerned the 'mission' entrusted to him by the gods behind him, he needed to actively win over those alien pantheons: this 'blessing ceremony' was a good opportunity, as all the major pantheons would send people to participate.

"is teacher."

Amir bowed respectfully to accept the order. He also wanted to see the world, but his teacher's orders came first.

However, even if he can't go in person, given KYG's personality as the "King of News," he will definitely broadcast it live.

It will definitely be a globally watched event:
Many people even wished that the 'principal' would extend the celebration to a thousand days, or even ten thousand days!

The tranquility of these two months has almost given people the illusion that something extraordinary has never happened before: there is no flying or teleportation, no endless war, and no powerful figures sweeping across the world. It's just too peaceful!
unfortunately,

“Honey, let’s go.”

As the bald priest led the ancient Egyptian beauty onto the golden chariot, the horses pulling the chariot began to gallop.

The yellow sand surged up, lifting it into the air like a golden cloud, heading eastward as well.

The eldest princess of England, the riding emperor of Russia
Many extraordinary individuals who are both leaders of power and strong in themselves set off from all over the world toward Tokyo; to celebrate someone's child, and at the same time, to hold a 'grand gathering' for exchanges between extraordinary people.

Because normally,

They all need to suppress one side;
And there's no good reason for them to keep in touch.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

America

"I never expected that it would be you and me attending the banquet."

On the transport plane, Major General Darhuan looked at the 'familiar face' in front of him and couldn't help but feel a little dazed.

"You've gotten stronger again, but—"

It has also become more 'vulnerable'.

"It's just a negligible price to pay."

Luigi's calm face revealed no emotion, only heartfelt pity and a sacred, selfless love; yet this expression proved that he could no longer suppress the power within him.

Countless prayers, countless wishes, countless desires. How easy is it to bear all of this?

Moreover, Luigi's own power stemmed from the mysterious and unpredictable 'Desecrating Slab'.

Whether it's the pollution formed by countless mixed-type monsters, the occasional antics of 'Manolos' in the mental city, or the countless voices that echo in the mind 24 hours a day after absorbing the 'Divine Fragment', all of these are enough to drive any Demon-level powerhouse mad.

It's nothing short of a miracle that Luigi has lasted this long!

Besides his unwavering will, he also skillfully instigated internal strife among the three parties: this behavior was even more terrifying than fighting poison with poison.

It's perfectly normal for them to lose control and go berserk at any time.

"This is your own choice, and I can't say anything about it."

Major General Darhuan originally thought the power of the 'Holy Church' was already 'crazy', but after seeing Luigi now, he truly realized what a madman was.

"Attention, we are approaching Sun Island—hopefully nothing unexpected will happen."

Inside the cabin, the Major General reminded Luigi that the 'Duke of the Sun' on Sun Island was an A-rank/Dragon-rank, and it was uncertain whether he would disregard the 'Principal's' prohibition.

In fact, his worries are not unfounded.

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Sun Island
At the top of the massive lava mountain at the heart of the mountain stands a menacing, black and red palace.

Yonghuo Mansion

“Tokyo, the ‘land favored by the gods’,”

A deep voice echoed in the hall.
"A cradle of decadence and ruin, a refuge for the cowardly."

The ram-headed grand duke, seated on his throne, slowly gazed at the burning flames before him.

"The principal hosted a banquet, and the guests accepted the invitation. How could the flames of destruction remain uninvolved?"

(End of this chapter)