Moe Girl Guardians

[Special Note: These are glasses that Nagato Yuki actually wore, not counterfeits! They are just low-quality glasses that were worn unintentionally once, so they do not have the ability to restore their durability.]

It was intentional, wasn't it?! It was definitely intentional! Sasha, you're definitely getting revenge on me for not listening to your advice!

Wu Feng stared at the identical glasses in his hand, tears streaming down his face. Nine Stigmata gone just like that, a Gold-level achievement gone...

Do all male humanoid monsters like to space out? Wenwen, who was standing next to Wu Feng, snapped a picture of him with his blank expression.

This achievement was largely due to luck, specifically the special banquet in Gensokyo. If I hadn't accidentally entered the Fate world, would I have had to complete the Holy Grail War? Perhaps the previous banquet had too few attendees to warrant recognition…

Now that we have the new ones, let's give the old ones a final warm-up. I'll activate the [Nagato Yuki's Glasses (Fake)] that I've been reluctant to use because its durability has been dropping so fast, and scan the people inside the house.

【Kazemiya Yuuka】

[Lower God Rank: Level 11]

【Hoshiguma Yuugi】

[Lower God Rank: Level 43]

【Ibuki Suika】

[Lower God Rank: Level 31]

Eirin Yagokoro

[Godhood: Level 8]

【Yukari Yakumo】

[Mid-level God: Level 28]

【Yakumo Blue】

[Mid-tier Quasi-God: Level 20]

【Saigyouji Yuyuko】

[Advanced Quasi-God Rank: Level 89]

【Onozuka Komachi】

[Advanced Quasi-God Rank: Level 40]

【Lingjiu Yilin】

[Lower God Rank: Level 6]

[Heavenly Demon]

[Mid-level God: Level 91]

[See you in Hecheng]

[Low-tier pseudo-god: Level 16]

Knowing the levels of Youki and the others, I could make a guess about the strength of Yukari Yakumo, a first-level great youkai. Although there was some fluctuation, it was still within my expectations. It's no wonder that a group of goddess-like girls could almost break me down with just their aura.

Unexpectedly, this unknown kappa girl from the tech geek community also possesses a quasi-god-level lower rank, completely overwhelming me...

"Everyone should have eaten enough. Let's move on to the next stage," Yukari Yakumo said with a smile as she stood up at the end of the banquet.

Eirin Yagokoro, who was resting with her eyes closed, glanced at Yukari Yakumo and silently recited in her heart.

Is it finally starting?

"We have a suggestion."

"The place we live in is called the borderland of the Eastern Country, far from human settlements. It is the dwelling place of yokai and is also known as Gensokyo. Humans who accidentally wander into this place will be captured and eaten by some yokai. People are afraid of this place, and ordinary people will not approach it except for a few Onmyoji, magic monks and the like."

"In recent years, the human population has increased dramatically, and more and more Onmyoji and sorcerers have come to settle here. Some yokai have already been eliminated, and the balance is gradually being broken."

"Even the sparsely populated Gensokyo is experiencing an imbalance, not to mention the outside world. The youkai, who have always held the upper hand, are forced to hide deep in the mountains, and their living environment is being squeezed."

"The reproduction rate of monsters cannot keep up with that of humans. In order to restore the strength of the monster force..."

"I propose a monster expansion plan."

(The knight researched for a long time but still wasn't quite clear about the strength of each character. Many characters were probably not at their peak at this point in time, but they would improve after the main story begins.)

Chapter Twenty-Three: The Monster Expansion Plan

By establishing a boundary between illusion and reality around Gensokyo, isolating it from human entry, a world could theoretically be created for youkai to inhabit. This would allow various youkai, including those from outside Japan, to know the location of Gensokyo and come to it. Not only youkai, but also other creatures, objects, buildings, and other things disappearing from the outside world would migrate to Gensokyo. This would restore the youkai's power, ensuring that even if the outside world were to become human territory, Gensokyo would remain a sacred place for youkai.

As soon as Yukari Yakumo spoke, the once lively banquet instantly became quiet, even the two drunkards, Hoshiguma Yuuki and Ibuki Suika, were no exception.

"Humans are just humans after all. They'll turn to dust in a hundred years. No matter how strong they are, they'll all die in the time it takes us to sleep. It's not very realistic for them to threaten us, is it? Yukari, aren't you making a mountain out of a molehill?" Oni King Ibuki Suika, who was on good terms with Yakumo Yukari, took a sip of wine and asked with a hint of drunkenness.

"The rate of human reproduction is far beyond our imagination. In the last hundred years, the growth rate has increased exponentially. If this continues, the living space for yokai will only become smaller and smaller. From my investigation, some yokai-defunct areas have already seen statements denying the existence of yokai. If left unchecked, one day we yokai will be replaced by humans." Yakumo Yukari's face was serious without a trace of strangeness. As a great yokai in the gap, she understood humans better than any other yokai.

The moment the words "denying the existence of yokai" were uttered, all the yokai present, except for a few special individuals like Komachi and Yuyuko, became serious. Whether they are demons, yokai, or gods, their existence is built upon people's fear or faith. When people refuse to believe in the existence of yokai, their existence becomes weak or even disappears. Therefore, yokai often appear before humans, partly to prove their existence. When it comes to the question of existence, no yokai can ignore it.

"Yukari Yakumo, if what you say is true, we shouldn't be hiding. Finding a way to prove the existence of yokai to the world should be more important." A flicker of excitement crossed Yuuka Kazami's eyes, a stark contrast to her usual cold demeanor at the banquet. "For example, eliminating some well-known yokai-slaying families."

“The vast majority of the outside world still recognizes the existence of yokai. Currently, only a very few places have begun to deny the existence of yokai. If the balance between yokai and humans is not broken, this worry will never become a reality.” At this point, Yukari Yakumo paused slightly, as if giving the yokai a chance to think.

"I see. So this is your idea. The balance between humans and yokai has been broken. It may not be very obvious now, but as time goes by, the reproductive disadvantage of yokai will be magnified infinitely, and they will gradually fade from people's sight. At that time, the non-existence of yokai will become an irreversible fact, and some yokai that live on fear may really disappear."

At this moment, Eirin Yagokoro, who was at the very top of the yokai present, opened her eyes. Her dark green pupils revealed wisdom. Although the two had only exchanged a few words before the banquet, she now fully understood what Yukari Yakumo meant.

"While the disadvantage is not yet obvious, gather the vast majority of the surviving monsters together. Monster Sage, is this your idea? I suppose you have already made plans for the next step."

A hint of surprise flashed in Yukari Yakumo's eyes. To deduce the general idea from just a few words—the "Heavenly Mind" truly lived up to its name. It's better to say some things in advance.

"The barrier between common sense and the uncommon sense," Yakumo Yukari said after a moment of silence.

"When everything develops to that point, a second barrier will be established, a barrier between common sense and the uncommon sense, clearly distinguishing between the common sense and the uncommon sense of the outside world and Gensokyo. The common sense of the outside world (such as the non-existence of youkai) will be defined as the uncommon sense of Gensokyo, and the uncommon sense of the outside world (such as the existence of youkai) will be defined as the common sense of Gensokyo. At that time, the idea that youkai do not exist in the outside world will become the opposite common sense in Gensokyo, ensuring the existence of youkai."

Eirin Yagokoro gave Yukari Yakumo a deep look. Is it really that easy to continuously transform the world's information to the level of a god?

"If you can do it, I, Eirin Yagokoro, agree."

What's going on?! It was just a nice banquet, how did it turn into a monster expansion plan?! To make matters worse, I was the one who started this banquet! Wu Feng watched in disbelief.

"The Sage of Yokai, Eirin Yagokoro, do you all value humans too much? There aren't many humans who are truly powerful enough to stand on the stage. I have never seen anyone who can defeat me. Countless ants may be able to shake a small mountain, but they can't possibly get close to the Mountain of Yokai." As the pinnacle of the Yokai of Power, Hoshiguma Yuugi gradually calmed down after his initial shock. For the above situation to occur, there is another possibility: possessing absolute power. In the face of absolute power, no one can deny the existence of Yokai.

"What if those powerful monks and exorcists wield the Moon Weapons?" Eirin Yagokoro asked calmly.

"Yagokoro Eirin, what do you mean?" A fierce glint flashed in Hoshiguma Yuugi's eyes. The lunar turmoil and war had drawn the Oni race into the fray, and countless elite Oni had perished at the hands of the moon's modern weaponry. As the Oni Queen, she was quite wary of the lunar weapons.

"I recently discovered that humans have begun developing the most basic firearms. Although they are still quite a distance from being able to harm monsters, it is already a sign."

The scene quieted down again. Establishing a barrier is no small matter. Even with a legitimate reason, there are many things to consider, such as coordinating the new monsters with the original inhabitants and redistributing power. Just thinking about it makes one's head spin.

"My Tengu clan agrees!" After a moment of silence, Tenma was the first to agree. Youkai Mountain is one of the oldest places in Gensokyo. Tengu do not eat people, so even if new forces enter, it will not have a big impact. It can also do a favor for the Youkai Sage. The oldest Youkai in Youkai Mountain has seen everything clearly.

"The Kappa clan agrees," said the red-clad girl, Kawashiro Nitori Mitsuki, who also echoed the Tenma's agreement, while simultaneously raising a question.

"As for the remaining humans in Gensokyo, there are many cannibalistic youkai among them. After the Great Barrier was established, youkai cannot freely enter or leave Gensokyo. One day, the humans in Gensokyo will be completely wiped out."

"We absolutely cannot let it happen," Yukari Yakumo replied resolutely.

"Common sense and uncommon sense barriers alone cannot completely guarantee the existence of youkai. At the very least, a place where humans gather is needed. I need everyone here to join me in demanding that all youkai in Gensokyo be prohibited from hunting in human settlements."

The Heavenly Demon had already agreed and wouldn't say anything. After a little consideration, he agreed, and He Cheng followed suit and agreed as well.

"I, Hoshiguma Yong-gi, object."

(Various sources only briefly mention the monster expansion plan, so many of the characters are based on speculation at the time, and some are just there to make up the numbers. Please don't mind.)

Chapter Twenty-Four: The Ultimate Battle

As long as the three largest youkai races in Gensokyo all agree, the rest will be no problem. At this crucial point, the Oni King of Power completely disrupted Yakumo Yukari's rhythm.

While her opposition alone cannot represent the entirety of the Ghost Clan, it does represent a significant portion.

"Sage of Demons, the existence of demons and the prosperity of the human race have nothing to do with my demon race. If you want me to agree, there is one way."

"Defeat me!"

After downing the last sip of sake from Hoshiguma's cup, Hoshiguma Yuugi suddenly stood up, his surging fighting spirit erupting as he aimed directly at Yakumo Yukari.

"Our mistake? It's more effective to use absolute strength to deal with the demons." An even more ferocious aura erupted from Yakumo Yukari. The Yakumo Yukari of 800 years ago was not the shameless Yukari-mama after the establishment of Gensokyo, but a sage of youkai whose ferocity far exceeded that of ordinary great youkai.

A look of admiration flashed in Hoshiguma Yuugi's eyes. For the Oni clan, those with courage and strength are the most worthy of respect.

The silent aura spread throughout the entire banquet. The lower-ranking Inuzoku Momiji felt this aura and turned pale, barely managing to withstand it. The impact on Wu Feng, who was even lower in rank, was even more astonishing.

The two heavy pressures impacted Wu Feng's mind, and after only a moment he felt like he couldn't bear it and was about to faint.

At the critical moment, a pure death energy entered his body, continuously counteracting the effects of the two opposing forces. Wu Feng cast a grateful glance at Youyouzi in the distance; only Youyouzi possessed pure death energy among those present.

Looking at the two again, a startling change appeared in [Nagato Yuki's glasses (fake)].

【Hoshiguma Yuugi】

[Lower God Rank: Level 43]

[Lower God Rank: Level 49]

[Lower God Rank: Level 56]

[Lower God Rank: Level 71]

[Lower God Rank: Level 82]

[Lower God Rank: Level 93]

"Warning: [Nagato Yuki's Glasses (Fake)] is about to reach zero durability. Continued use will result in permanent damage."

Ignoring the system's warnings, Wu Feng continued to watch Hoshiguma Yuugi's level index soar, rising infinitely towards [Mid-God], eventually stopping at [Lower-God: Level 95]. At the same time, Yakumo Yukari's level was also rising.

【Yukari Yakumo】

[Mid-level God: Level 28]

[Mid-level God: Level 33]

[Mid-level God: Level 39]

[Mid-level God: Level 42]

Compared to the lower-level gods, the level difference in the middle-level gods is more pronounced, ultimately stopping at [Middle-level god: Level 62].

While other people's levels also changed by a single digit or more, the difference was not significant.