Tokyo: Starting with the Shrine Maiden

I didn't originally intend to take her.

When Izumi heard that she would be spending some time with Jinguji Fuyumi, she was so frightened that she pounced on Haruhiko's face.

They absolutely refused to stay.

It is very obvious that he is acting from the heart.

Even if Jinguji Fuyugo doesn't care about her.

After descending the mountain, Haruhiko drove his car out.

This time, no new white fox blocked the way.

He had always been very curious about where Bai Shuang's home was.

Hmm, maybe I could ask Jinguji Fuyumi.

Haruhiko suddenly had a flash of inspiration.

Theoretically speaking, they are of the same race and might know about it.

"According to our family records, the Dog God Relics was actually a huge mansion."

In the car, Suzaku Okubo explained the situation in more detail: "It used to be the location of our family, but now it is covered by a barrier, and without the key, we cannot enter."

"Where?"

Haruhiko asked casually.

Kochi Prefecture.

Yusuke Okubo replied, "We'd better fly there from Tokyo; it'll be faster."

"really."

Haruhiko has some knowledge of Kochi Prefecture.

The reason is simple: this place is an indispensable part of the legend of the Inugami.

There are so-called dog god priests in the area who specialize in controlling and worshipping the dog god.

In addition, it mentions dog gods who can use dogs to cast poisonous curses and possess victims.

"Is your uncle a dog god priest?"

Thinking of this, Haruhiko asked.

"He is the most famous dog god priest in our area."

Okubo Yuzuru's lips curled up slightly, a hint of pride showing on his face.

I strongly identify with and aspire to this identity.

Haruhiko can also understand.

In Kochi Prefecture, there are many dog ​​gods, so the status of dog god priests naturally rises accordingly.

"Can I bring my uncle along?"

After a moment's hesitation, Okubo Yusuke asked, "He knows a lot about Inugami and can help us."

"No need."

Haruhiko glanced at her and chose to refuse.

Each additional person increases the risk.

Haruhiko isn't afraid if he brings Jinguji Fuyumi along.

But there was only one Yukihime, and after thinking about it, he decided not to cause any unnecessary trouble.

Upon hearing this, Okubo Suzuki could only remain silent.

After all, when you live under someone's roof, you have to bow your head.

But then I thought, it might be better if he didn't come.

If she and her brother were to perish, they would have to wait for their uncle to carry on the family line.

But given his health, is he capable?

Okubo Suzaku fell into deep thought.

Because he needed to catch a flight, Haruhiko drove home.

I'll just ask Bai Shuang if she'd be willing to go with him.

"You guys wait for me here."

Haruhiko gave Yuki a wink, signaling her to keep an eye on the two siblings.

In fact, it goes without saying that with the abilities of a fourth-tier great demon, it's impossible for Ookubo Yuzuki and Ookubo Yuzuki to escape.

Haruhiko drove the car to the parking lot, locked it, and then arrived at his front door.

He opened the door and called out, "Bai Shuang."

But no response.

Haruhiko took off his shoes, puzzled, and entered the living room.

There was no one on the sofa, the carpet, or even in the room—oh wait, no fox.

"Did you go out to play?"

Qingyan looked around but couldn't see Bai Shuang, which surprised him.

Its personality is extremely unusual.

Unable to find Bai Shuang in a short time, Qingyan chose to give up.

After all, Yukihime and the others were still outside.

After closing the door, Haruhiko met up with them and headed towards the airport.

Around noon, the four people and one demon slayer arrived in Kochi Prefecture, and then took a taxi to their destination, the Shikoku Mountains.

Haruhiko had assumed it was in the city, but he hadn't expected it to be so remote.

Fortunately, there were no unexpected events along the way, and they arrived at the valley that Okubo Yusuke had mentioned without any problems.

The valley is filled with various flowers and plants, but there are no grand mansions to be seen.

It must have been blocked by a barrier.

Haruhiko took out the wooden box.

As soon as it left the storage ring, its white jade-like outer shell suddenly lit up.

In an instant, the valley trembled slightly, and a semi-transparent barrier was revealed.

At the same time, the mansion in the middle also came into Haruhiko's view.

It wouldn't be wrong to call it a mansion, as it's actually a small castle.

This shows that the Okubo family did indeed have a glorious past.

But not much.

If it were truly magnificent, this castle wouldn't be located in the mountains, but rather in the city.

Haruhiko stepped forward, and the wooden box emitted a faint light that enveloped him.

The barrier is large enough to easily accommodate three people.

"You may proceed."

Haruhiko waved and said.

Yukihime, Suzaku Okubo, and Yuhisa Okubo immediately stepped forward.

As for Izumi, he flew onto his shoulder.

The group successfully entered the barrier.

It was simpler than Haruhiko had imagined.

It was indeed just a relic left behind by the fourth level.

He had inquired beforehand and found that this dog god's rank was the fourth rank.

Moreover, an old fourth-tier ape is slightly inferior to an ordinary fourth-tier ape.

After all, aging is the natural enemy of most species.

This applies to both humans and demons.

Haruhiko looked around the castle.

The style is quite simple, all white, and it resembles a tower with four floors, gradually decreasing in size from bottom to top.

From the outside, there's nothing unusual about it.

He turned to look at Suzaku Okubo.

"There are no detailed records within the clan."

Noticing his gaze, Okubo Yusuke immediately explained, "I don't know what's going on inside either."