I unleashed a Hundred Demons Parade in the Ninja World

Between going to the cycle of reincarnation and guarding this place, he resolutely chose the latter.

Perhaps, when this forest truly returns to its former prosperity and fulfills its inner mission, it will choose to enter the cycle of reincarnation, and then, as a vibrant individual, experience another wonderful summer encounter with the forest and its companions.

"Yes, I've noted down your invitation."

Huang nodded in response, but the expression on his face suddenly furrowed, and a hint of crimson flashed from his gentle eyes.

This change not only caused confusion in the eyes of the hosts, Shikaoko and Hiroki, but also touched the yokai of Shichikakuyama and Kidomaru, who, despite not being disliked, still stood at a distance, and followed the gaze of his Onmyoji master.

As far as the eye could see, an ancient tree that had clearly sprouted new buds and was gradually regaining its vitality was shrinking at a speed visible to the naked eye, as if its life force had been drained away by something invisible!

After its life force was eroded and hollowed out, the giant tree slowly sprouted strange, withered branches before finally collapsing with a crash.

This scene left everyone present speechless.

The Heart of the Forest has clearly begun to beat again, and the miasma and monsters that had been eroding this forest have been completely cleansed.

But a giant tree that had already blossomed with life still fell down.

Moreover, this corrosive power is even more bizarre and powerful than the energy possessed by those demonic creatures!

Most importantly, this giant tree is located deep within the heart of the forest, under the protection of a barrier!

The trees here have all withered and died in such a strange way, it's hard to imagine what the forests outside must look like.

The matter has not been fully resolved!

Looking along the withered trees towards the edge of the forest, a huge black vine was stretching its body at the edge of the field of vision. Moreover, the vine did not seem to grow from the ground, but rather seemed to hang down from the sky, looking like a group of snakes swimming on the horizon!

Even more strangely, this 'swarm of snakes' was swimming towards the direction they were standing!

"What are those things! They, they're getting closer!!"

Komatsumaru said in a flustered manner, her small body trembling involuntarily after she saw the strange vines.

Not only her, but also Xun and even the owl with its protective power showed unease—an unease that those monsters couldn't bring!

However, before the vines, which resembled a swarm of snakes, could get close, a ball of black flame materialized out of thin air and fiercely burned the filth.

【Black Flame Amaterasu!!】

Instantly, the vines that had spread from the void began to struggle violently under the undying flames.

They stretched, lashed, and spread.

To escape, to extinguish the flames

But it was all in vain.

In the end, it turned into wisps of black mist and dissipated with the wind.

As the eerie vines disappeared, the oppressive atmosphere gradually eased.

But everyone, including Yama-kaze and Ichimokuren, both great demons, wore solemn expressions.

"Shikao, Hiroki, the crisis in the forest is not completely over. There is an even greater crisis lurking in the corners we have not reached or seen. Be careful in the future."

As he spoke, the crimson in Huang's eyes had already subsided.

As far as the eye can see, there is nothing like those strange vines, and under the protection of the revitalized Heart of the Forest, the forest will gradually regain its power and resist the invasion of external energy.

"Well, I will."

"The Giant Deer Statue said that as long as the Deer People and humans can work together to protect the forest, this place will never become as desolate as it was before."

"This time, I will not run away; I am no longer afraid."

The deer-man said firmly.

"Hmph, you idiot deer boy, what about us?"

"We will stand with you to protect this land!"

Komatsumaru suddenly emerged from between Shishio and Ara, and even though there was still a hint of fear in his eyes for the strange events that had occurred before, he still spoke with unwavering conviction.

"Ouch."

"Why did you hit my head again, Lord Ara?"

However, the little guy's confident declaration was met with a devastating blow the very next second.

She looked up at the Onmyoji beside her, a look of grievance on her cute face.

"I'm just reminding you not to eat random things anymore, otherwise, I might not be able to save you."

Huang said earnestly.

Those pitch-black vines gave him a chill down his spine; they were definitely not ordinary things!

"I know, I know, I'm not a child anymore."

Komatsumaru responded impatiently. She wasn't a child, and it was embarrassing to be reminded like this every time.

But when she noticed the solemn expression on the former's face, she immediately changed her mind:

"Yes, my Onmyoji, I have heard your command clearly."

Chapter 775 Komatsumaru's Mission, Kidomaru's Compromise.

After helping the little deer boy awaken the "Heart of the Forest" and cleanse the monsters and miasma ravaging the forest, Ara immediately chose to leave.

He doesn't have much time left to form a bond with a monster partner.

Moreover, the first festival of the God of Union was to be held in these two days, and although the demon did not say anything directly about the festival or the stupid god.

However, Huang speculated that this kid must still want to go.

At their pace, it would take them about a day and a half to travel from Shichikakuyama to Enmusubi Shrine on the outskirts of Kyoto. On the surface, the time seems a bit tight, but since the festival is held at night, it is more than enough when you calculate it carefully.

They could even find a clean hotel to clean themselves up and bring a small gift for that simple-minded deity.

Of course, he left something behind for the forest before he left.

Several scrolls with obscure patterns were handed to Komatsumaru.

This is naturally not some special Yin-Yang technique scroll, but a ninjutsu scroll that seals a warning barrier.

"You're not going to eat all this stuff, are you, you silly thing?"

"Place these scrolls in all directions around the forest. If those monsters reappear, or if Seven-Cornered Mountain encounters any other danger, I will sense it and rush over as quickly as possible."

As he spoke, Ara pulled out the scroll and gently patted Komatsumaru's head with it.

"I know, I know."

"I'm not an insect, why would I eat this kind of thing?"

"However, if you keep hitting my head, Master Onmyoji, and make Komatsumaru stupid, I might actually eat them without realizing it."

Komatsumaru protested, covering his head.

Although the Onmyoji's slap didn't exert any force, being the only one targeted was still somewhat embarrassing!

The little squirrel's words made Huang smile.

He naturally wouldn't apologize to the little imp who was spying on his reaction; instead, he immediately became serious.

"Do you know why I entrusted this task to you, Komatsumaru?"

The sudden change in the Onmyoji's expression made the cute little yokai a little flustered.

After all, the forest had just experienced a monster invasion, and all living things living there had been corrupted by the disaster, in addition to the strange dead trees and the eerie vines that resembled snakes that appeared at the end.

Komatsumaru swallowed hard, his young heart leaping into his throat.

[Next, I may receive the most solemn request from the Onmyoji.]

Ultimately, it's because I'm the most indispensable person in this forest!

[Keep it up, Komatsumaru!]

The little guy cheered himself up.

"That's because you spend all day idly in the forest, riding around on pine cones."

"What other reason could there be?"

"The deer boy and Hiroki will patrol the forest, the mountain wind and Kaoru will keep an eye on the wolf demons who might take advantage of the situation, and Ichimokuren will repair the barrier around the forest."

"Only you..."

"Aaaaaah, you wretched Lord Ara, behold my pine cone!"

Before his Onmyoji could finish speaking, Komatsumaru raised a large pine cone as if to smash it at his opponent.

She was clearly overjoyed and ready to receive praise and be valued!

However, in the end, the little guy accepted the request.

As she watched the Onmyoji's figure gradually disappear into the distance, she clutched the scrolls tightly to her chest, as if they were her most precious pine cones.

This job can be left to those who have nothing better to do.

【Pah, pah, pah!】

【Leave it to me, who is most familiar with the forest terrain!】

I believe I will complete the mission and protect Qijiao Mountain and the forest!

"Komatsumaru, do you need my help?"

"Owls can fly very high."

Looking at her best friend's stern face, Xun said with some concern.

She assumed the other person was unhappy because of Lord Ara's comment about being idle.

"Hmm, no need."

Hearing his companion's concern, the little guy immediately shook his cute cheeks, and at the same time unconsciously hugged the scrolls in his hands even tighter, as if afraid that someone would snatch them away.

"I can do it, I will complete this task."

"Thank you, Xun."

After bidding farewell to the monsters of Seven Horns Mountain, Ara felt a sense of loss.