Tokyo: My Hundred Demon Scroll

What Tianhu needs is Gu Yun's ability to see that world: "To make a deal with the gods, you have to pay enough chips. I originally planned to exchange it for spiritual power."

Konghuan cultivated for over two thousand years, and used a thousand years' worth of spiritual power to exchange with the gods for several decades of Miyako's life.

As long as the god on the other side isn't a fool, it's obvious how this deal will be worthwhile.

Is this the only way?

Gu Yun thought of the task on the scroll: to contract a spirit fox with divine qualities, and wasn't Kong Huan in front of him the perfect candidate?

Although doing so is somewhat taking advantage of someone's vulnerability.

But Kugen is sealed within the Mitsuchi family, and its situation is not good. If it comes with me, it can gain relative freedom and also save Miyako.

Since it's all about making transactions, does the other party have to be a god?

It couldn't be him, Iijima Tanigumo?

"No, but the other method is too difficult."

Konghuan said, "Only gods can snatch food from the hands of gods."

This doesn't mean that the gods are very powerful, but rather that their power is far superior to that of ordinary sorcerers and monsters.

"if it is like this…"

Gu Yun pondered for a while and finally made up his mind: "I actually have a way. I can't say it will be 100% successful, but it will definitely be better than the current situation."

"what?"

“Sign a contract with me,” Gu Yun said, “and become the true Inari God.”

Although Tenko Kūgen also has the name of Inari God, this is more of a worship by the Mitsuchi family. In essence, she only has divinity, but no divine status.

Divinity refers to the purity of spiritual power, while divinity is more like a power, such as bringing a bountiful harvest to rice fields, purifying mountains and forests, and blessing people with good health and success in their endeavors.

Konghuan does not possess these abilities, therefore he cannot be considered a true god.

"Kid, are you... eyeing me?"

Konghuan narrowed its eyes, but soon laughed and said, "Hehehe, as long as you can save Minako, you can use me if you want."

As long as the Mitsumi family allows it, Kōgen doesn't mind following Tanigumo.

Anyway, it's just a transaction.

"A curse removal ritual?"

Are you serious?

Gu Yun did not act on her own initiative. Instead, after dinner, she asked her grandfather to find Granny Sanchui alone and then told them the whole story.

He was prepared to be scolded by the two elderly people.

Especially Granny Sanchui, as an elder in the Sanchui family, her prying into other people's secrets, even if they have a good relationship, will still cause displeasure.

"Commanding benevolent gods, one sees the flower of curse."

Contrary to expectations, Granny Mitsumi remained remarkably calm. She gazed into Gu Yun's eyes, then sighed deeply, "This is something not everyone can do, Professor Iijima. Your grandson is truly remarkable..."

"I'm so sorry."

Grandpa bowed his head to Granny Sanchui and said apologetically, "This child has interfered in the Sanchui family's affairs. I am truly sorry."

"Feel sorry."

Gu Yun wasn't stupid; he knew he was meddling in other people's business, so he prepared to apologize to Granny Sanchui.

"It doesn't have to be this way."

Granny Mitsuchi said, "If it can save Miyako and break the curse of the Mitsuchi family, any price is worth it."

Granny Mitsumi lived for a very, very long time, and she watched as generation after generation of girls in the Mitsumi family died young.

"However, to be honest, I don't really trust that celestial fox."

The real problem isn't with the Mitsumi family, but with Tenko Kūgen.

Contrary to Gu Yun's expectations, the San Chui family did not utilize Kong Huan's power; they merely guarded the seal to prevent Kong Huan from going out and causing further harm.

"Foxes are very good at lying."

Granny Sanchui was worried that Gu Yun would be deceived by Kong Huan, since bewitching people was exactly what foxes were good at.

"That old woman, she really speaks rudely."

In the painted courtyard, the three-tailed fox gritted its teeth, yet had no way to refute the argument.

"But, if he's Iijima-sensei's grandson, it should be fine, right?"

In terms of pure strength, Grandpa is more powerful than the entire Mitsuchi family combined. Since they can keep an eye on Kūgen, the Iijima family should be fine too.

"I'm sure Granny Mitsuchi has heard of the Iijima family's Divine Art."

Grandpa was speaking up for Gu Yun, for no reason other than it was his grandson's request.

Moreover, he also regarded Miyako as his granddaughter.

Grandpa would only feel gratified if Gu Yun wanted to save Miyako.

If a man wants to do what he believes is right, then what elders should do is not to stop him, but to prepare him.

If he fails, how should they, as elders, help him bear the consequences?

Young people still have time; they can make countless mistakes.

As long as you can learn from your failures and grow from them, it's all worth it.

"With the Divine Control Technique in place, even that Celestial Fox Lord would probably not dare to act recklessly."

Grandpa said, "Furthermore, this curse-removing ceremony was not led by this child, but by that Heavenly Fox Lord."

Granny Mitsumi was worried about Kūgen, but she could see that Kūgen liked Miyako.

In addition, Kong Huan is experienced and more skilled in magic than anyone else present.

The purification rituals it personally presided over had a very high success rate.

"A pair of eyes that can see the gods, a celestial fox that has lived for thousands of years."

"And me too, Rei Iijima."

Grandpa bowed again: "I am not talented, and although I can't be called a big shot, in this era, I'm sure there are few people who dare to say they are better than me!"

"..."

Grandpa has even put the Iijima family name on it.

With such an attitude and sincerity, how could Granny Mitsumi have any reason to refuse? "Now, the final question is, how do we persuade Miyako?"

Yes, Miyako is the one directly involved.

Removing a curse is inherently risky, much like undergoing surgery.

No matter how nice the doctors' words are, it's the patients who are truly afraid.

"Let the person involved answer this question."

"You're here, aren't you, Miyako?"

Grandpa looked to the side and saw the paper door open, and Miyako, dressed in a shrine maiden outfit, walked in. She complained, "Honestly, Teacher and Kotani, did you come here with this in mind from the beginning?"

"I think so."

Gu Yun also thought of this. His grandfather's visit to the Michui family this time might not have been to reinforce the seal at all, but rather for Miyako.

"As always, you'll cause trouble, Master."

Miyako sighed and knelt on the right side of the group. She raised her head and asked in a serious tone, "My question is, this exorcism ritual will definitely not harm Kotani Kumo, right?"

"..."

Gu Yun didn't expect that, under these circumstances, Miyako wasn't worried about her own safety, but rather about him.

'Old man…'

At that moment, Gu Yun and his grandfather's eyes met, and they smiled knowingly: 'This is the person you said was worth saving, isn't it?'

"Don't worry, Miyako."

Grandpa said, "Xiao Gu Yun will stand at the very back of the ceremony. His job is to provide us with spiritual sharing so that we can see the curse and the deity."

Looking into Miyako's eyes, Grandpa said solemnly, "That's all!"

The entire ceremony consisted of three parts: the first was the Heavenly Fox Void, the second was Miyako, the third was Granny and Grandpa Sanchui, and finally Gu Yun.

Even if something unexpected happens, they will immediately stop the ceremony.

Only the people at the front will get hurt.

Even if it costs my life, I will never let any demon or monster harm a single hair on Gu Yun's head.

"I understand."

Having said all that, Miyako had no reason to refuse. She bowed deeply before the three of them, saying, "Miyako, I'm sorry to have troubled you."

Chapter 30 Inari God

"Wow~~~"

Beside the pool behind the Sanchui family's mountain forest, a figure stood under the waterfall, her hands clasped together, letting the flowing water wash over her, still meditating with her eyes closed, seeking peace of mind.

The ritual of removing a curse is by no means easy.

Both the one performing the ritual and the one being purified need to maintain their mind and body in the best possible state.

"This is the Long Xing."

The so-called Takigyo (滝行) involves standing under a waterfall wearing only thin clothes or even shirtless, using the water flow to temper one's will.

It is early spring now, and winter has just passed.

The mountains where the Sanchui family lives are already at a high altitude, and I heard that there was a light snowfall not long ago.

So the water was really cold, but Miyako still meditated under the waterfall for several hours.

Perhaps in terms of spiritual rank, Miyako is not as good as Gu Yun, but in terms of spiritual power, Gu Yun is probably far inferior to Miyako.