How did I, an Onmyoji, become the Lord of Yokai?

"boom!!!"

A deafening collision erupted instantly, and the black demonic power and golden Buddhist light began a frenzied battle centered on the cane and the monk's staff.

Although the Master of the Green Monk was a Buddhist, he was not unwilling to kill. His staff was stained with the blood of countless villains, so he showed no mercy in this attack.

but......

"As expected of a monster sealed here three hundred years ago... So powerful!"

Faced with the demonic power filled with endless malice, the golden Buddhist light retreated at a visible speed, and Ao-bozu's already solemn and serious face became even more serious.

"Bald monk, you think you can defeat this old woman with such strength? Hah, wishful thinking, wishful thinking!"

"When that old woman devoured humans three hundred years ago, your Buddhist sect didn't even have a foothold!"

Mad words swirled out, and the madwoman's withered arms surged with indescribable power, sweeping over like a raging torrent.

The master of the azure temple was shocked. He channeled the Buddhist light within his body, hoping to block the attack. However, before the power could be fully gathered, the demonic power shattered the Buddhist light, and the massive shockwave instantly engulfed his body!

But the next second, a talisman carrying powerful spiritual energy flew down from below, transforming into the strongest shield, blocking the wave of demonic energy with absolute defense.

Kyogoku Munemitsu, riding a giant paper crane, immediately caught the falling Aobozu and asked anxiously.

"Master, are you alright?"

"I am fine. I apologize for causing Your Majesty concern."

The monk shook his head. Protected by the Buddha's light, he hadn't suffered much harm, but...

"Your Majesty, you must be careful. This snake demon is extremely powerful. Just as Mr. Shimizu said, none of the three of us are a match for it! We must attack together!"

"Don't worry, with the three of us working together, that snake demon has absolutely no chance of surviving until the next day!"

Glancing at the black-haired boy who had already caught up to the madwoman not far behind, Kyogoku Munemitsu responded earnestly. Chapter 177, Section 180: This... I've been underestimated.

High in the sky, where endless demonic power reverberated, the madwoman roared loudly.

It used its demonic power to condense two poisonous snakes, one blue and one red, and controlled them to fight against Kyogoku Munemitsu and Aobozu. Its true form was to forcefully suppress Shimizu Asahi with absolute power.

Although Shimizu Asahi has merged with Qingnvfang, three hundred years of accumulation and refinement are enough for the madwoman to advance further in the realm of great demons. At this moment, Shimizu Asahi is no match for her at all!

"Hehe, little guy, is that all you've got? This won't satisfy this old woman!"

"Again, faster! Use your body, your strength, everything you have to satisfy this old woman!"

For some reason, this crazy woman was like a mad dog without any reason; she bit him without hesitation whenever she saw him, as if... she had a grudge against him.

They had only met a week ago, and he and that crazy woman should have no connection whatsoever.

However... it doesn't matter. No matter why this crazy woman is so persistent in attacking him, he doesn't care at all.

Just as Kyogoku Munemitsu and Aobozu said, it won't live past today!

Of course, before killing this madwoman, there was one more thing he needed to be aware of.

"Qing Nu Fang, have you found any clues about the other snake demon?"

Yes, he needs to be wary of another snake demon.

Although the madwoman is very strong and can fight three against one at this moment, in reality, Shimizu Asahi has not used his full strength. His current setbacks are just an act.

'No... there's still a lot of demonic energy remaining inside the Serpent Tomb; I can't penetrate it.'

Qingnvfang paused slightly, then replied hesitantly, "Is it possible you're mistaken? Maybe that madwoman really did eat her husband."

'No, this madwoman isn't as strong as I imagined... She doesn't have the same oppressive aura she had in the tomb.'

'I wasn't wrong, that madwoman was deliberately giving us the wrong information; there must be a poisonous snake lurking below!'

"Qing Nufang, please be careful... You'll need some acting skills to lure that poisonous snake out!"

After entrusting the task of keeping a watchful eye on the surroundings to Qingnvfang, Shimizu Asahi gradually began to exert her strength.

The blue spiritual energy, which was originally suppressed by the black demonic energy, was instantly forced back like a volcanic eruption, forming a stalemate.

A chilling aura emanated from his breath, and a deep killing intent flashed in his calm yet serious eyes.

"You old madman, since you put it that way, then I'll grant your wish!"

No sooner had he finished speaking than the madwoman sensed a danger. Almost instinctively, she retreated.

In that split second of retreating, a gleaming, sharp ice blade sliced ​​through a semicircle, right in front of it, the tip grazing its dry, disgusting nose.

If it had been a step slower, it would have been injured!

"So fast... Why is that...!?"

The madwoman, accustomed to fighting Shimizu Asahi who hadn't yet revealed his true strength, was utterly shocked. The power he had just displayed should have been his full strength, so why...?

"You old madman, you dare to be distracted when fighting me?"

A calm and steady voice boomed in its ear, startling the madwoman. She instinctively raised her eyes, and then, a blade attacking from the left swallowed her vision!

"Clang!!!"

A crisp, low hum echoed in the air. The whistling blade was blocked by the madwoman at the last second. Looking at the blade that was just a hair's breadth away from taking its head, it couldn't help but feel a chill run down its spine.

At this moment, it recalled the Serpent God's instructions to them.

—'That bastard is really strong!'

"...This old woman admits I underestimated you, but boy, with this little strength, you can't kill this old woman!"

The madwoman's jaw clenched, and her mocking and manic smile was replaced by seriousness and solemnity.

Dark demonic power gathered from all directions, and almost instantly, it deflected Qing Shui Chaoyang's ice blade with unstoppable force, and raised its cane to strike him fiercely!

"Die, kid!"

However, the falling cane was easily stopped by an unbreakable ice shield blocking his way.

The madwoman couldn't budge the ice shield even with all her strength!

"hateful!"

After muttering a curse, it raised its cane once more.

If one strike doesn't work, then two strikes; if two strikes don't work, then three strikes. No matter what kind of defense it is, it can't be without flaws. This broken shield will shatter sooner or later!

But just as it raised its cane, a sharp blade pierced through flesh, and suddenly the cane stopped, as if time had stood still.

Intense pain engulfed her entire body like a tidal wave, and the madwoman couldn't help but tremble. Her eyes widened in horror, her disgusting eye sockets filled with endless disbelief.

"No, no, this can't be!? This old woman actually...!?"

"My senior brother said you wouldn't live to see tomorrow."

Pulling out the blood-stained blade, Shimizu Asahi uttered his words as if making a declaration.

He wondered if it was because his earlier cowardly behavior had prevented the madwoman from reacting in time. After he had displayed some of his strength, she still launched a wide-open attack—she was practically asking for death!

Goodbye, monster!

With a merciless raise of his arm, Shimizu Asahi swung the knife down without hesitation.

But just as he swung his knife, Qing Nufang's voice suddenly rang out.

'The sun is rising! It's struck! Another venomous snake has struck! Right behind you! Watch out!'

The sudden shout did not stop him from standing still. On the contrary, he was prepared and twisted his waist in an instant. He turned around in the next second, and the blade that was supposed to be slashing at the madwoman changed its move accordingly!

Then, a sharp, piercing sound of steel rubbing together rang out!

The ice blade, radiating a chilling white aura, clashed with the withered yet hard palm!

"Human! You deserve to die!"

The ugly, white-haired old man was wreathed in a terrifyingly powerful force. His face was ferocious and his expression was crazed. His snake-like eyes, filled with murderous intent, were filled with endless resentment!

"Just as I guessed, you impulsively rush out whenever you see your wife injured..."

Ignoring those blood-red eyes, Shimizu Asahi smiled.

The plan was a success; the final targets had been lured out, and all he had to do now was kill them!

"You want to kill me? Human, you're not capable of that!"

Seemingly sensing murderous intent in his eyes, the old man, who had gone mad after seeing his wife injured, roared loudly.

The next moment, a demonic power far surpassing that of the madwoman descended upon Shimizu Asahi like a mountain...

P.S.: "I Really Just Want to Be an Assassin Master" is a friend's new book. It's a slow burn. His previous book was in the top ten bestsellers, so we can look forward to it.

Synopsis: In short: I just wanted to be an assassin, but the girls have taken a liking to me.

---Assassins have many abilities, like in Assassin's Creed and Type-Moon Assassins; it's a bit of a slow burn, with the main storyline starting around chapter 30.---

Roland arrived in a war-torn alien world where the old emperor was seriously ill and both princes were focused on their supreme position, oblivious to the external threats.

As a well-educated pseudo-chuunibyou (a person with delusions of grandeur), Roland used his own historical notes as collateral, saying that this country was probably doomed!

But life goes on. We'll take it one step at a time. With an assassination (unparalleled) system, what do I have to fear? At worst, I can just use a [Leap of Faith] followed by [Delusional Heartbeat].

After a series of events, Roland, who had just climbed around the church and was contemplating whether he could retire, was startled when the door was suddenly kicked open, and he almost unleashed a [Death Angel] attack.

Those were his proud companions.

They were dressed in gorgeous wedding attire, holding flowers in their hands, and smiling. "Roland, you must marry me today!"

Um, I'm going to find Master Hyakko to learn some Noble Phantasms.

Chapter 178, Section 181: Life and death hang in the balance.

When Shimizu Asahi blocked its attack with his sword, it clearly understood that this human had seen through its plan!

He not only saw through it, but also turned the tables on it, giving it a good blow.

They lost their chance to leave.

The only chance of survival is to kill him and the other two.

Therefore, it gave it its all.

A demonic power far stronger and more malevolent than that of the madwoman descended upon Qing Shui Chaoyang like a mountain. The white-haired old man swung his withered arm, and his sharp claws, sharp enough to pierce steel, attacked relentlessly with a whistling sound!