I transformed into a demonic spider lily.

"You're fucking dead!"

Suddenly, the spider lily above uttered a curse, causing Kikyo, standing below, to unconsciously tremble with her bow in hand. She thought to herself that when she returned, she should teach the other woman some manners.

Then, take a deep breath.

To be honest, since she learned how to use spiritual power, she hasn't really practiced archery for some time, and even her actual combat practice has been perfunctory. Rather than saying that her archery skills are superb, it would be more accurate to say that she has an extremely strong ability to control spiritual power.

However, this time is slightly different.

Step forward with your left foot, place the longbow and arrow in your left and right hands respectively, let your hands hang naturally at your sides, and then nock the arrow on the bowstring.

It is for making feet, body, and bow.

Maintaining her upper body balance, Kikyo looked up at the Great Gokumaru floating in mid-air, raised her longbow at an angle, and finally slowly pulled back the bowstring.

Draw the bow.

Adjust your breathing to steady yourself, aim the arrow at the target, and lightly touch the fletching to your right cheek; this is the "meeting"...

No, no, that won't work!

However, even though Kikyo had clearly reached this step, she still couldn't let go of the bowstring. She noticed that the distance between the spider lily and the Great Prisoner was only fifty meters at most, which was too close. If she shot the arrow without any regard, it would definitely affect the other party, causing serious injury at best and death on the spot at worst.

Just then, the Spider Lily injured Daigokumaru with her "Sea of ​​Blood Flowers," and the latter was terrified, so he emitted a piercing ultrasonic wave to repel the opponent.

"Kikyo, what are you waiting for?!"

The spider lily, falling from mid-air, cried out.

--Leave!

The final step of the eight sections of archery.

or……

—The Arrow of Exorcism!

The deep purple spiritual energy attached to it was not spiritual energy that she could control, but rather the power of her innate soul, all contained within that arrow.

Although they are more than 500 meters apart.

However, this arrow will surely hit its mark!

……

Under the scarlet moon, a deep purple shooting star streaked across the sky.

Just as Daigokumaru was feeling secretly pleased that his attack had hit its target, his pupils suddenly contracted. He saw an arrow imbued with deep purple spiritual power suddenly pierce the protective barrier of the Blood Jade Coral. The arrowhead even pierced through the barrier, causing large areas of cracks to appear...

"...How is this possible? How is this possible!"

"Oogakumaru shouted in disbelief."

These were also his last words in this life.

Even an arrow cannot withstand Kikyo's uncontrollable spiritual power. The moment it came into contact with the barrier, the arrow was shattered into pieces by the two forces, and the spiritual power contained within it formed an uncontrollable surge.

Sweep away everything within range!

"This is really bad..."

Even though the spider lily was knocked back to a hundred meters away, it was still affected by the tidal wave. However, her barrier was not broken and she was basically unharmed. However, she was very worried about the Great Gokumaru who was hit directly. If the opponent died, so be it. But if Kikyo's spiritual power purified him on the spot, she would lose all her gains from this trip!

It's unclear whether she overestimated Daigokumaru's Blood Jade Coral or underestimated Kikyo's "all-out effort," but the situation seemed to be developing in a way that exceeded her expectations.

When the storm of Suoxi finally subsided, Biyanhua quickly steadied herself and rushed straight into the battlefield. Daigokumaru's demon body fell to the ground, but his enormous figure was still clearly visible, which made her breathe a sigh of relief.

Many more ghost bats affected by the Tide Reversal lay on the ground, some still alive, some already dead. Those ghost bats that were still alive were at least R-rank, barely able to withstand the residual power of Kikyo's spiritual energy burst.

Right next to Daigokumaru's corpse, the Blood Jade Coral slid to the ground and rolled twice, with several cracks on it. Just as Higanbana was about to bend down to pick it up, she saw Daigokumaru's finger suddenly twitch.

boom--!

A magic cannon shot pierced through Daigokumaru's chest. Higanbana couldn't help but pat her chest lightly and said, "You survived this? That gave me quite a fright. But it's all thanks to you that you're still alive, otherwise how would I have leveled up?"

After saying that, the usual procedure began: the vines that grew from the ground decomposed the corpse of Daigokumaru into her nutrients. Higanbana couldn't help but lick her lips, and the power of her demonic body was enhanced as the corpse of the other party continued to disappear.

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[True Name: Spider Lily (SR)]

[Level: 24]

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I've finally leveled up again.

The red spider lily couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

"Hua, how's things going on your end?"

Just then, Kikyo rushed over and noticed that Higanbana was absorbing the demon body of Daigokumaru as nourishment. She subconsciously looked away to avoid seeing what he was doing.

Because of this, no matter how many times Kikyo saw it, she still couldn't accept it. But she also knew that every yokai had its own nature. Plant yokai needed to take in some nutrients regularly, so it was normal. Could the spider lily have done this on purpose?

That's right! It must be for survival. You know, plants will wither without nutrients, and the spider lily, as a flower spirit, must need more nutrients to stay alive. But the other party is unwilling to harm other living beings, so it can only replenish these nutrients after defeating the monster each time.

No wonder the other flower always looked listless when she went to see her before, but after returning, it was exceptionally happy. Even when she wasn't going to see her, it would come over and ask if she had any requests to exorcise monsters. It must be because of insufficient nutrients.

Thinking of this, Kikyo couldn't help but sigh. Sure enough, even yokai have their own difficulties. Humans like her can eat three meals a day, while the spider lily has to travel around every day to find nutrients.

Finally, Kikyo successfully deceived herself.

"……Um?"

The spider lily looked at the bellflower with a puzzled expression, sensing a hint of pity in the bellflower's gaze. What was wrong with her now? She didn't pay too much attention and simply replied, "What do you plan to do with the other hundred-ghost bats that escaped in the chaos, and the ones that are still alive?"

"I think..."

All we need to do is seal them away.

This is Kikyo's idea.

Before she could finish speaking, the vines of the spider lily moved toward the group of surviving ghost bats. Unfortunately, the latter insisted on killing them all.

as well as……

A long sword.

Under the returning pure moonlight, Yu Zheng cuts the vines of the spider lily, saving the lives of the Hundred Ghost Bats. The other party is none other than the young master of the Hundred Ghost Bat clan who rushed over—Tsukiyomaru.

Tsukiyomaru stood before the horde of demon bats, facing off alone against the spider lily and the bellflower. He then looked behind them at Daigokumaru, who was now just a skeleton, some of which was even corroded. Finally, he said, "Sir, please stop."

"Hmph~ In the past, we only heard that after beating the young, the old one came. This time, it's the other way around: after beating the old one, the young one came. So, do you have anything to say?" The spider lily retracted her vines and asked with interest.

Chapter Sixty-Eight: Young Master, Moonlit Pill

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[Real name: Tsukiyomaru (SR)]

[Level: 22]

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Unexpectedly, it must be said that this is a demon clan that has dominated Shimousa for hundreds of years. Even without the protection of the Blood Jade Coral, they still have two SR-level demons present.

In addition, the importance of bloodline should be emphasized here. The two SR-rank monsters of the Hyakki Bat clan are the current clan leader and the next clan leader. There are certainly other Hyakki Bats who are older and more hardworking than Tsukiyomaru, but the upper limit they can reach is only R-rank.

"Kikyo, stand behind me."

Suddenly, the spider lily turned to the bellflower and said something.

"..."

Upon hearing this, Kikyo looked up and then at Tsukiyomaru standing opposite her. She didn't understand what Higanbana meant. Although the Hyakki Bat that had arrived this time was indeed a very strong yokai, she felt that its strength wasn't that great. Could it be that there was a treasure similar to the Blood Jade Coral?

Was it that long sword, or something else?

Kikyo looked Tsukiyomaru up and down but found nothing unusual. However, trusting Higanbana's words, she obediently retreated behind the latter.

"I hope you will spare their lives. I will remember your kindness." Tsukiyomaru sheathed his sword and bowed deeply to Higanbana.

"Let it go? Before that, I think you should explain what happened the other day." Even Kikyo, who is usually gentle, couldn't help but question him.

"Let me communicate with him about this."

Extending a hand and placing it on Kikyo's chest, Higanbana pushes her back behind her. Since this is a serious matter, please ignore some unnecessary details.

"I know."

Tsukiyomaru's expression was somber. Ever since his father, Daigokumaru, began his indiscriminate killings, he had guessed that this day would come sooner or later. Just because he was powerless to stop them did not mean that humanity would sit idly by and wait for its doom.

Relying on the power of the Blood Jade Coral, Daigokumaru considered himself invincible. Now, he has encountered two tough opponents and suffered a crushing defeat. Tsukiyomaru is speechless. He can even accept the fact that some of his clansmen were killed, but what about the remaining clansmen...

We must protect Tsukiyomaru no matter what!

"...You want an explanation, but I'm afraid I can't give you an explanation with a reason. However, if you want their lives, it's not worth it. At least I think the lives of all the demons combined are not as precious as my life. So, let them go, and I can atone for it!" Tsukiyomaru finally raised his head and looked at Higanbana.

"No, young master, you must leave quickly! We'll help you hold them off!"

Upon hearing this, a series of "whooshing" sounds followed, and the remaining Hundred Demon Bats that had been far from Ookumaru and had not been affected rushed to protect Tsukiyomaru.

There are at least fifty more of them.

"Hmm~ Indeed, your value is more precious than all of these guys combined." The nutrients of one SR-rank monster are at least equivalent to those of nearly a hundred R-rank monsters, not to mention that there are quite a few N-rank monsters present.

This deal is very worthwhile.

"But I refuse!" However, the spider lily suddenly said, "I, the spider lily, just love to say 'no' to those self-righteous monsters!"

Seeing this, Tsukiyomaru's expression grew even more somber. So this matter was destined to end badly? But this was an inevitable outcome; karma had finally caught up with them.

"It's not impossible for me to let them go, but I must take this."

Picking up the blood jade coral from the ground, the cracks on it were clearly visible, and a faint demonic aura was constantly leaking out, as if it would shatter with the slightest force. The other shore flower gently held the object and felt extremely satisfied.

“Young Master, the Blood Jade Coral is a vital treasure of our clan and must not be lost. We can seize it back and then cover your escape,” a Hundred Demon Bat whispered beside Tsukiyomaru.

"Alright, from now on, the Blood Jade Coral belongs to you. However, let me make it clear that this item cannot be used unless it is inherited by a member of our clan." Tsukiyomaru ignored the suggestion of the Hundred Demon Bat beside him and answered directly.

"Okay, you can go now."

With that same sinister smile, the other shore flower spoke.

Tsukiyomaru glanced at the Hundred Demon Bats beside him, signaling them to carry the wounded away first, while he stayed behind to prevent Higanbana from going back on her word. It wasn't that he was too suspicious, but rather that the other party's smile was too strange.