Inuyasha: My job stats have no limits.

He stood by the pot, continuously adding various delicacies according to the recipe in his memory, seasoning them with the simplest and most unpretentious techniques, and then covering the pot with the lid.

"Your Majesty, summon the Infernal Summoning Technique upon it!"

Under the 'purgatory', the broth is reduced by intense heat!

The moment the lid was opened, it was as if a golden light rose from the pot, and an intoxicating aroma wafted out.

"It smells so good! This is the first time I've ever smelled this!"

Kikyo and Kaede's eyes lit up immediately, while Jaken stared in disbelief, pointing at Susanoo with an expression of utter disbelief.

"You, you, you, you..."

No, absolutely not! This guy must not be allowed to go near Lord Sesshomaru!

Jaken was afraid that Susanoo would take his place.

This is unacceptable!

Bai Lan took a bite with a nonchalant air.

"That's right, this is the authentic taste."

"Remember this, Xie Jian: Your Young Master Bai Lan, that is, me, is the true God of Cookery!"

Jaken was filled with grief and indignation, but he couldn't refute it. He could only pick up his bowl and eat with Kikyo and Kaede.

Susanoo stood guard around, silently surveying the unfamiliar surroundings.

'here...'

Chapter 111 The Unending Bond Between Man and Dog

We got through the night safely.

The next morning, under Feng's reluctant gaze, Bai Lan and Kikyo left the shrine together and headed towards the western country.

Jaken walked ahead, his pace quickening unconsciously, wishing he could reach the battlefield instantly to support young master Sesshomaru.

Although he was in a great hurry, Bai Lan did not intend to rush on his way.

First of all, Kikyo's injuries are not suitable for strenuous running, otherwise the wounds will tear again.

Secondly, he also needs to use the villages and shrines along the way to continuously expand the incense offerings and faith for the profession of "dog god".

Ultimately, the situation didn't get that serious.

Maple Village is located in a remote mountainous area of ​​Musashi Province, near the junction of forests and mountains, far from towns and daimyo territories.

Basically, no powerful or wealthy people come to this desolate place, and wars only choose fertile lands.

This is also why Kikyo initially chose to live here.

So after walking for several hours, the three of them finally saw the village.

The presence of a shrine maiden and two yokai initially instilled fear in the villagers, but thanks to Kikyo, their fear was easily dispelled.

Let's just say that this priestess tamed two little demons.

"What... I am a retainer of Lord Sesshomaru."

Jaken, carrying the staff bearing the human head, muttered, "How could I possibly be a subordinate of mere humans!"

Bai Lan glanced at Xie Jian and immediately shut him up.

After turning her gaze away, Bai Lan realized that Kikyo in front of her had stopped at some point, her clear eyes looking to the side.

There were vendors selling all kinds of rouge, calling out to the surrounding area. The stalls were already surrounded by young girls, who were chattering and discussing which color looked better.

This is an item called 'rouge cream' from the Warring States period. It was usually a grease-like substance contained in a seashell. When needed, it was dipped in with the fingertip, applied to the lips, and then blended out with the pad of the finger.

A hint of envy flashed in Kikyo's eyes.

Compared to being a shrine maiden, she actually longed to be an ordinary human being.

Unfortunately, as a born priestess, she had responsibilities she could not shirk.

"Do you want it?"

"No, I was just curious to see if there were any monsters."

Leaving those words behind, Kikyo continued on her way.

Bai Lan pondered for a moment, then carried Xie Jian towards the vendor. Xie Jian was suspended in mid-air, his legs kicking meaninglessly twice.

However, as soon as she arrived, the girls around her all exclaimed "Oh!" and ignored the monster-like features on Bai Lan's body, crowding around her.

"Ah...so beautiful!"

"Look at his ears, isn't that a monster... but he's so cute!"

"Um...can I touch it?"

What a joke!

Dude, as the ruler of the Second Empire, do you think you can just let me touch your ears?

Even Esdeath and Akame only allow touching after they have barely satisfied themselves!

In the midst of the crowd, the supreme emperor issued orders to the servants of others:

"Go, buy all the rouge!"

Wrong view: Me?

"I have no money, Young Master Bai Lan!"

"That staff with the severed head should be worth some money if sold."

"No, no, Young Master Bai Lan!" Jaken immediately hugged the staff with the severed head tightly and burst into tears: "This was given to me by Young Master Sesshomaru. It's more precious than my own life! I'll go steal watermelons for you to sell for money!"

"I didn't realize you kappa were so loyal to Sesshomaru."

“Um… I am Karasu Tengu…” Jaken retorted softly, then said seriously, “Lord Sesshomaru is the lord I have decided to follow for the rest of my life, and as a retainer, how can I sell the gift bestowed upon me by my lord?”

Therefore, Bai Lan would naturally not plunder other people's belongings.

He hesitated for a moment, looking at the lustful eyes of the group of young women in front of him, and said with some difficulty.

"A sample of rouge, for you to touch."

"Me! Me! Me! I just bought one here, I want to touch the ears!"

"I also want!"

"Boss, give me ten portions of rouge!"

"How dare you, boss! Buy all your rouge!"

Even a hero can be brought down by a penny!

As the supreme ruler of the Second Empire, who would have thought that one day he would have to sell his body? (Sad)

"If Lord Sesshomaru were to act like this, it would be the ultimate insult to us retainers!"

Seeing Bai Lan surrounded by girls, Xie Jian couldn't help but shake his head with pity.

"I wonder if Young Master Bai Lan's retainers will feel powerless upon seeing this scene."

but...

Would you really go to this lengths for that priestess?

It seems that we can no longer call her a human priestess, but must address her respectfully as "Sir".

Jaken looked at the white-clad, scarlet-haired shrine maiden in the distance, completely unaware of what was happening, and couldn't help but recall Sesshomaru's classic quote.

Only foolish half-demons would associate with humans!

Fortunately, Lord Sesshomaru is a great demon destined to become the ruler of a country, and the pride in his bloodline makes him look down on humans!

Xie Jian proudly put his hands on his hips. Just based on this alone, I, Xie Jian, am already stronger than all of Young Master Bai Lan's retainers!

"She's gone. What a terrifying woman! She wouldn't even let the Supreme Bone go in public. If this continues, my body might become unclean!"

Just as he was feeling proud of Sesshomaru's aversion to women, a whisper came from behind him, and Jaken's body was suddenly lifted into the air.

"Young Master Bai Lan... Waaaaaah! Waaaaaah!"

-

As Kikyo was sensing whether any monsters were lurking in the village, a commotion suddenly arose behind her.

She looked back and saw Bai Lan running wildly with Xie Jian in her arms, followed by a group of beautiful young women.

"Your Highness, please don't leave me."

"I haven't even touched my ears yet! Wait for me!"

"Your Highness, let's get married!"

As they got closer, Bai Lan whispered, "Run!"

Kikyo, not understanding what was going on, subconsciously followed Bai Lan and jogged away into the distance.

After running from one end of the village to the other, Bai Lan finally managed to shake off the man. She then threw the unconscious Xie Jian on the ground and exhaled.

Luckily, they escaped.

As the saying goes, good steel should be used where it's needed most!

Although these girls were somewhat attractive, Bai Lan felt she was being taken advantage of. At the very least, she needed a strong man who could be considered a "beautiful girl"!

A hint of confusion flashed in Kikyo's beautiful eyes, and she immediately asked...

What were you doing just now?

"I went to the rouge stall to buy rouge..."

Bai Lan opened her palm, revealing more than a dozen kinds of rouge: "You seem to really like them."

"rouge?"

Kikyo paused for a moment, a complex look flashing in her eyes, and said softly, "No need, I am a shrine maiden, I don't need these things to decorate."

“Miko are human too. You said it yourself.”