Just as his confidence in making the recommendation was almost completely gone, Huang finally remembered the good qualities of that simple-minded god.

"Most importantly, He did not have a strict rejection of believers, believing that every living being has its own personality and meaning of existence."

"Even evil spirits are within His acceptance and salvation scope, as long as they have the will to believe in Him."

"Therefore, He certainly wouldn't mind if his followers had monster friends."

"And ultimately, gods who take the rejection of monsters as their standard are not so noble."

"It is said that there are eight million gods in Takamagahara, but no less than half of them are spirits or deities who became gods by chance after gaining the power of faith."

"It's just that he was born a little early and got some innate energy, nothing to be proud of."

As he spoke, his tone suddenly became more disdainful and radical.

But he quickly realized that he might have said a bit too much.

Therefore, after clearing his throat to end the conversation, he directly addressed the deity he was referring to:

"A new shrine has been built on the outskirts of Kyoto, and they should be holding their first festival in the next couple of days. I don't know if you've heard about it."

“It doesn’t matter if you haven’t heard of it. What’s important is that if you want to continue living as a shrine maiden, I can recommend you to Him.”

Throughout this, Xia listened quietly without interrupting.

She, who had lived high in the mountains for so long, had never heard of the newly built shrine, and the believers who came up the mountain to worship and pray would not mention other gods there.

She had only one question about that seemingly down-on-his-luck deity:

"Is Lord Ara a friend of His?"

"That should be considered right?"

"However, speaking of friends, I should now consider myself more of His believer."

Huang didn't notice the deeper meaning in the other person's tone. While answering, he also raised his left wrist, revealing a slender red string.

This is a token from the God of Fate.

The moment Xia saw that slender red string, her gaze froze, and the faint expectation that had been flickering in her eyes dimmed instantly.

She didn't know who the deity who had recently moved to the southern suburbs of Kyoto was, but she understood the meaning behind the red rope:

It symbolizes a connection.

"Of course, if you don't want to continue being a shrine maiden, I can take you back to where I live."

“My companions and people will soon accept you.”

Noticing the woman's hesitant expression, Ara assumed that the punishment from the previous shrine had caused her some discomfort, making her feel fearful and distant towards the gods. So he continued to propose Plan Two.

"However, I live far away and can't take you there right away. You'll have to wait..."

"Need not,"

"I'm going to the shrine that Lord Ara mentioned."

However, before he could finish speaking, Xia suddenly jumped up like a cat whose tail had been stepped on.

This excited response left Huang somewhat at a loss, and the words he wanted to say suddenly stopped on his lips.

“I, I mean, I am willing to continue being a priestess.”

"If the three-tailed fox also wants me to become a priestess."

But soon, Xia realized that her emotions were inappropriate, and quickly explained, leaving the final choice to the little fox.

Because when you see that red knotted rope, the entire story unfolds before your eyes.

The deity residing in the suburban shrine is the God of Enmusubi from Takamagahara, and since the Onmyoji before us possesses a red thread that has vanished into the void, it means that he already has a destined partner.

If I go to where she lives, it means I will see her...

"Yes, of course I would love for my sister to remain a shrine maiden."

"Your older sister's dance is the most beautiful in the world!"

The little fox, of course, couldn't understand her older sister's thoughts; she simply assumed the other was asking about her preferences. And this was a true reflection of her own feelings!

A deity who is willing to accept monsters,

How wonderful it would be if I could become a shrine maiden with my older sister when I grow up!

Thinking of this, the three-tailed fox's eyes also swelled with endless longing.

"Okay, let's go together then."

"I'll have to trouble you, Lord Ara."

Seeing the delighted little fox, the turmoil in Xia's eyes gradually subsided.

Although tonight was short, it was the most magical and fantastical night she had ever experienced in the first half of her life.

Especially the memory of feeling someone's heartbeat up close.

enough.

"fine."

With Huang's sensitivity, he naturally noticed some changes in Xia's tone.

However, he didn't take it too seriously, treating it as a sign of respect after being saved, and extended his palm towards the other person as he spoke.

"Then grab me and come over here now."

Xia stared blankly at the hands with their prominent calluses.

After a brief hesitation, she raised her delicate hand, but instead of placing it in the former's palm, she reached across his outstretched hand and grabbed Huang's sleeve.

It was this small detail that gave Ara a vague sense of understanding, but he didn't say anything. He then pulled the little fox, who was still in the reverie of becoming a priestess, away and disappeared from the spot.

Fearing that using the Cloud Mirror rashly would be sensed by the gods of Takamagahara, Ara inscribed many Flying Thunder God techniques along the way.

This naturally includes the area around Enmusubi Shrine.

When he appeared at the foot of the mountain with Xia and the Three-Tailed Fox, a sinister chain, carrying a chilling light, burst forth from the shadows like a venomous snake.

However, the chain quickly stopped halfway and then turned into black magical smoke and disappeared on the spot.

The one manipulating the black chain sensed that the unexpected guest was not some unknown powerful figure who had come to cause trouble, but rather his boss, whom he was currently working for.

Kidomaru slowly emerged from the shadowy corner at the foot of the mountain. Although he stopped his attack, his silent demeanor still gave off a chilling aura that kept strangers at bay.

Huang, naturally ignoring all of this, patted the little fox's head lightly and pointed at the Asura demon he hadn't seen for the past two days, saying:

"Here, this is the evil spirit I was talking about that was accepted by the gods."

"Given your future seniority, well, let's just call him Senior Demon."

Upon hearing this, the little fox immediately became solemn. After forcibly ignoring the terrifying aura emanating from the other party, it spoke in a serious manner.

"Nice to meet you. My name is Three-Tailed Fox, and I wish to become the shrine maiden of this shrine."

"Please take good care of me, senior demon."

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