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

As she slightly opened her eyes, a hint of joy and surprise appeared in them. Without any contact or eye contact, the three of them simultaneously uttered her name.

"Princess Goldfish!"

That's right, it's Princess Goldfish.

That little guy who dared to block the door of the Lord of Arakawa's house and force him to come out, and who told the Lord of Arakawa that he would conquer him one day—if anyone in Arakawa dared to do something the Lord of Arakawa forbade, it would probably only be Princess Goldfish.

"But...should we tell this little guy the truth?"

However, after revealing the little guy's name, Shimizu Asahi suddenly hesitated.

Princess Goldfish mistakenly believed that they liked Lord Arakawa, which is why she ignored Lord Arakawa's words and took them to him. She did this because she trusted them.

It might be impossible to trust someone after only a short time, but Princess Goldfish is a yokai who values ​​intuition more than common sense, so this trust is not surprising.

If Shimizu Asahi hadn't seen the little girl's trust, he might have asked for the answer first and then apologized and confessed to her. But now that he had seen the goldfish princess's trust, he really couldn't bring himself to do that.

At least personally, he wanted to be honest.

"Hehe, although I don't think there's anything wrong with it, it's fine to apologize to that little guy afterward. After all, that little guy won't be angry forever... However, since that's what you think, Master, I think it's okay too."

Ibuki responded with a charming laugh.

"Just follow your heart when making decisions."

"Yes, we respect your decision."

Qingnvfang and Ali also offered their support without hesitation.

Looking at the three girls, the black-haired boy immediately smiled.

He let out a soft sigh and said firmly, "Yes, I understand. I'll explain the truth to Princess Goldfish tomorrow."

"Alright, it's getting late. Let's call it a day. You should all get some rest."

After the decision was made, the discussion came to an end. Shimizu Asahi got up to rest, and Aono and Ari also planned to return to their rooms.

But then, Ibuki's charming voice suddenly rang out again.

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"Eh?"

The inexplicable words made Shimizu Asahi tilt her head, and Qingnvfang and Ali, who were about to leave, also stopped and looked over.

"Hehehe... Didn't Master say he would give any reward? This is the reward I want most."

The Ghost King chuckled charmingly, her beautiful, jewel-like eyes sparkling with an intriguing meaning.

Seeing her like this, Shimizu Asahi immediately recalled the scene from more than a month ago.

Sitting under the eaves with Ibuki, sunlight streamed onto their overlapping bodies. It was very quiet around them, without a single insect chirp or bird call. They embraced like lovers, gazing into each other's eyes, listening to each other's heartbeats, feeling each other's breaths. Their emotions and reason gradually dissipated, as if they had entered a period of impulse.

Even though so much time has passed, he still feels a bit impulsive whenever he thinks about it.

Shimizu Asahi wasn't sure if Ibuki was serious or joking at the time, but he knew very well that if Aonobu hadn't appeared in time, he might have already taken advantage of Ibuki.

He had this impulse back then, even when he was at home with his sister and shikigami still around. Now, in the long night, alone with his sister and shikigami, he could isolate himself from everything by setting up a barrier and confinement. In this situation, he couldn't guarantee that he could still maintain his composure.

If Ibuki only saw him as a friend, wouldn't his impulsive act ruin their friendship?

Teasing him on purpose like this, and then watching his expression of wanting to move but not daring to, is what Ibuki likes to do most...

The thought of the potential impulse made Shimizu Asahi want to refuse the request, but the invitation was not difficult, and he had no reason to refuse.

He couldn't help but feel troubled.

Ibuki is really good at making things difficult for him... Aren't you worried that I really can't resist and will force myself on you?

I'm a guy, after all...

However, just as he showed a hint of embarrassment, that sweet laughter rang out once again.

"Hehehe...Master, your expression is so cute, I haven't seen it in a long time."

A satisfied smile appeared on her lovely and charming face, like a little girl who had just received her favorite toy, pure and innocent.

Seeing this, Shimizu Asahi knew he didn't need to worry anymore; Ibuki had successfully teased him once again.

Qingshui Chaoyang laughed, feeling both helpless and amused.

She used that impulsive act as bait to lower his guard; if he agreed immediately, she wouldn't be able to escape tonight.

Seriously, just to tease him once, you're risking yourself? How much faith do you have in me?

"You... well, you must be tired after a long day. You should all get some rest."

Shimizu Asahi glanced affectionately at the charming Ghost King, then smiled and moved on from the topic.

"Hehe, Master, you should get some rest too."

After leaving those words, Ibuki pulled Aonobu and Ari away from the room.

Because the girls' rooms were right next door, they could simply turn the corner after leaving the house and return to their own rooms.

Back in their room, Qingnvfang and Ali both breathed a sigh of relief. Although they hadn't said a word, their clenched fists and tense expressions betrayed their inner feelings.

They were worried that Shimizu Asahi might not be able to resist agreeing to Ibuki's request.

They were well aware of the consequences if Shimizu Asahi agreed.

To be honest, before they set sail, they had both decided to take their relationships with Shimizu Asahi to the next level. But before they could even make a move, Ibuki Doji threw out her trump card, not only to confirm their relationship but also to get it over with in one go. She was decisive and resolute, truly worthy of being the Demon King of Mount Oe.

This determination and execution made them feel a deep sense of pressure.

If things continue like this, Shimizu Asahi and the others might really become someone you can only look at but not touch... We can't just sit here and wait to die, we have to take the initiative!

At that moment, both girls made up their minds.

Ibuki, who was casually watching the two girls, noticed their change and a happy smile appeared on her cute little face.

"Hehehe...the days won't be so boring from now on."

All of Ibuki's actions just now were intentional, and her purpose was to make this sea voyage less boring.

Although the scenery of the sea is absolutely beautiful, even the most beautiful scenery can become tiresome. In order to avoid getting bored after seeing the sea, she thought of teasing Qingnvfang and Ali.

Well, if I had to describe Ibuki in one word, it would be "free-spirited".

She's the only one who would dare to provoke other women into competing with her for a man.

Of course, this casualness is based on her absolute advantage.

While she was the most aggressive person at the Shimizu family, Shimizu Mio could still secretly fight her. But now, Shimizu Mio didn't come with her, and neither Aonobo nor Ari could compete with her. If she wanted to achieve her goal in one fell swoop, it would only take one night.

In other words, without Shimizu Mio, no one can stop her from hitting a home run.

If she could sneak out for one night when things weren't going well, Qing Shui Chao Yang would be hers for life, the kind she could never escape.

With such a huge advantage, who can turn the tide for her?

Hehehe... No matter how you fight, I'm destined to win!

With these thoughts in mind, Ibuki smiled and fell asleep...

Silent all night.

The next morning, Shimizu Asahi got up early. After a quick wash, he knocked on the girls' door to wake them up. After they had tidied up and eaten something, he went to find Princess Goldfish.

Following the same path they had taken the day before, they soon emerged from the village and arrived at the banks of the Arakawa River.

"Princess Goldfish, are you there? We have something we want to tell you. Princess Goldfish?"

Shimizu Asahi shouted loudly towards the rushing river, but there was no response even after several shouts, as if Princess Goldfish was not at home.

He tilted his head, somewhat puzzled, and said, "Could it be that Princess Goldfish is still resting, so she didn't hear my voice?"

"Are we too early?"

"This... shouldn't be considered early, right?"

Ali gently looked up at the sky. They had probably gotten up around 7 AM, but by the time they arrived here it was already 9 AM, so it wasn't early.

"Then Princess Goldfish must not be home."

Qingnvfang made a decision and was about to ask Qingshui Chaoyang what to do next, but at that moment, a clear voice with a hint of grievance faintly came over.

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"That voice...is it Princess Goldfish?"

On the riverbank, listening to the faint sounds reaching her ears, Qingshui Chaoyang looked at the three girls beside her with a hint of uncertainty.

"Yes, and it seems she's encountered something not so good."

Qingnufang looked in the direction from which the voice came and replied calmly and earnestly, "Let's go, let's go take a look."

"Ah."

Without hesitation, the four of them rushed towards the location of the Goldfish Princess.

Meanwhile, on a riverbank not far from them, Princess Goldfish, dressed in a red and blue kimono, was biting her lower lip, clenching her little hands, her face filled with anger and pity.

Before her stood a group of water demons, all dressed in blue.

They looked at her with undisguised mockery on their faces.

"Princess Goldfish, you keep saying the same thing over and over again. Can't you say something else? We're getting tired of hearing it."

"Hehe, that's right, little guy. Do you think that Lord Arakawa doesn't laugh at you because he thinks you can become Lord Arakawa? It's just that he's not interested in laughing at you."

"Isn't that obvious? No one would care about what a child says. Lord Arakawa may be short-tempered, but he wouldn't be so short-tempered as to argue with a child."

"Hahaha, Princess Goldfish, be good and change your dream. The Lord of Arakawa represents the strongest in Arakawa. Even if the Lord of Arakawa retires one day and no longer serves as the leader, it will not be your turn. You are too weak and cannot do it."

"Ugh, damn it! I'll make sure you never laugh again! Once I become the Lord of Arakawa, I'll teach you a lesson you won't forget!"

Hearing her fellow demons mocking her, Princess Goldfish shouted, then, as if overwhelmed with shame, pushed them away and ran off alone.

Upon seeing this, the water demons burst into laughter again.

They did not obstruct, but they amplified the sound as much as possible.

The mocking laughter reached Goldfish Princess's ears, and the girl biting her lip showed an even more heartbroken expression.