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

"..."

His image was reflected in her dark eyes. Although it wasn't the first time she had heard him say these things, Reiko was still moved. She had just calmed down and was smiling happily again.

"Ok!"

The promise made by Shimizu Asahi was heartwarming; not only did Reiko smile, but Yoko did too.

However, deep within her smile lay a trace of sorrow that even she herself didn't realize... Chapter 325, My Name is Desolation!

Since Shimizu Asahi has decided to get married this year, the Tamura family naturally needs to make preparations. Yoko immediately told Tamura Shimizu about this, hoping that he could make preparations as soon as possible.

Upon learning of this, Tamura Samurai immediately perked up. He put down all his work and quickly found the person in question, then enthusiastically discussed with him which days of the year were most suitable for marriage.

Faced with his father-in-law's enthusiasm, the eighteen-year-old boy who had just made the promise was stunned. Although he already knew that Tamura wanted to have a grandson, wasn't this too much of a celebration?

However, since it was his own decision, he naturally had to take responsibility, so he also got involved in the discussion about the wedding date.

The discussion continued into the evening, and even during dinner, Tamura Shigemitsu kept pressing Shimizu Asahi, determined to choose the fastest and best day.

After finally getting to his break, Tamura reluctantly let him leave.

However, as Qing Shui Chaoyang was leaving, the middle-aged man, having recovered from his enthusiasm, called him back and said something to him seriously and earnestly.

"Chaoyang, before I met Lingzi, my biggest wish in this life was to see Yezi grow up healthy, get married and have children, and live a happy life. But after I met Lingzi, my wish became the happiness of the two of them."

“I know you are a trustworthy person. I can truly feel at ease entrusting Lingzi to you. However, perhaps it is my concern as a father that makes me ask you here to make sure Lingzi is happy.”

"please."

......

In the quiet bathroom, Qingshui Chaoyang soaked in the warm water, leaning against the wooden tub with his head slightly raised.

As he recalled what Tamura had said to him, a bitter expression involuntarily appeared on his face.

"Should we...make Reiko happy?"

If he could, how could he not give her happiness? If... he were born in this era, he would have done everything in his power to ensure that Lingzi would not suffer any injustice. But unfortunately, there are no "ifs" in this world.

He was destined to leave this place, and Lingzi was destined to wait for him for three hundred years; this was an outcome he could not avoid no matter what.

so......

"Father, you've really given me a tough challenge..."

"But... wait a minute? If I reveal my origins, will Reiko understand me and then wait patiently for three hundred years?"

Without warning, a flash of inspiration crossed Qingshui Chaoyang's mind, and he suddenly had a new idea while he was still troubled.

...Well, it's not exactly new, since he had this idea before, but he rejected it.

Previously, Shimizu Asahi was worried that if he told Reiko everything, Reiko would not understand him and would trap him in this era, so he never said anything. However, in the past two years, Reiko has gradually grown up and now has the demeanor of a leader of the sea monsters. Therefore, if he tells her the truth now, she should be able to understand him.

If she were willing to understand him, his guilt would be greatly reduced. And in the end, his guilt towards Lingzi was nothing more than the thought that she would suddenly disappear without warning one day.

Once this problem is resolved suddenly and without warning, his mind will be completely liberated, and he can peacefully complete the final tasks he should accomplish.

As soon as this thought came to mind, Shimizu Asahi's emotions surged instantly. He believed that Reiko would understand him, and that as long as he explained things clearly, everything could be resolved!

He can do it with peace of mind, both now and in the future!

In high spirits, he couldn't wait to wash himself and then quickly returned to his room.

"Reiko, there's something I want to tell you, it's about my origins."

The girl, who was sitting on the tatami mat drying her hair, was slightly taken aback when she saw the serious-looking boy suddenly rush in, but then she looked puzzled.

She tilted her head, puzzled. "Origin? What do you mean?"

"Actually, I've been here since three hundred years ago..."

Just as Shimizu Asahi was about to reveal his origins, something unexpected happened.

A force that had never been noticed before suddenly appeared and engulfed the entire room at a speed that caught no one off guard!

The sudden power carried endless light, and Qing Shui Chaoyang subconsciously closed his eyes.

The light came and went quickly, disappearing quietly after about two or three seconds.

As the light gradually faded, Qingshui Chaoyang opened his eyes again.

But... everything around me turned gray.

The lights, tables, chairs, beds, doors, and Reiko sitting on the tatami mats—everything in sight was swallowed up by gray and white. At the same time, an indescribable sense of unease spread from all directions, and he instantly felt a deep sense of rejection in this space.

This space is rejecting him!

"What...what's going on? Where...am I?"

The unexpected and incongruous situation made the boy frown. This sudden change did not throw him into a panic. He calmly surveyed his surroundings and immediately became alert, so that he could protect Lingzi in case anything happened.

Just as he murmured the question, a calm yet powerful voice came from behind him.

"This is the Realm of Stars, which is my territory!"

"who!?"

Shimizu Asahi suddenly turned around, and then a figure entered his field of vision.

It was a man, a man wearing a blue robe, with blue hair, surrounded by clouds and mist.

Although he was just standing there quietly, Shimizu Asahi could clearly feel the terrifying aura emanating from him that seemed impossible for anyone to defy.

This is a powerful being, stronger than anyone I've ever met before. Neither Reiko nor the power of the evil god can contend with him!

However, such strength was not what Shimizu Asahi cared about most. What he cared about most was another quality about that man—mystery!

This man was very mysterious. He didn't say anything special; he was just mysterious, as if he held countless secrets that no one knew.

"...Who are you! What is your purpose!"

Shimizu Asahi asked these two questions.

The man standing in front of him took in his reaction. His blue eyes gleamed with a light that no one else could see, as if he were scrutinizing something or pondering something. In the end, his question made the man withdraw his scrutinizing gaze.

At the same time, he also revealed his name.

"My name is Huang!" Chapter 323, Section 326: Whether she waits for you for three hundred years is up to you.

"shortage?"

The strange name made the black-haired boy frown; it was the first time he had ever heard such a name.

But his strangeness did not affect the man in front of him; he continued to speak calmly and evenly:

"My purpose in coming here is to stop you from changing the future."

"Stop me...from changing the future?"

The instant Huang Dao revealed his purpose, Qing Shui Chaoyang's pupils shrank to pinpoints. The meaning behind those few words made him think of many things, but the most important one was...

His tense body instantly entered a battle state, and his entire aura locked onto the man in front of him.

"Who exactly are you... and how do you know that I come from three hundred years in the future?"

Coming from three hundred years in the future, this is Shimizu Asahi's biggest secret in this era. He has never mentioned it to anyone, not even Reiko; he only decided to tell her tonight. But why... does this man know about this?!

Huang seemed unfazed by the wary atmosphere; he remained standing there quietly, his blue eyes still devoid of any emotion.

However, he answered his question.

“I am Huang, the observer of fate. In other words, I am a god, a god who observes the river of fate.”

"And you, from the moment you stepped into this era, I noticed you and have been paying attention to you ever since."

“I shouldn’t have interfered with everything you did in this era, because this era has indeed left your mark, and I also need you to do what you should have done in this era. However, in the original destiny, until you left this era, your origins and identity were never revealed to anyone.”

"Therefore, in order to ensure that your fate is not changed, I must ensure that your origins are not exposed."

"Observe the god of fate... to ensure fate proceeds smoothly..."

His already furrowed brows tightened even more after Huang's words. Although it was only a few words, they had a tremendous impact on Shimizu Asahi.

In this world, destiny truly exists... Not only that, but there is also a god who observes destiny. And this god told him that his arrival here was entirely due to the arrangement of destiny, and everything he did was already planned by destiny.

But now, he was about to do something against fate, which is why this god appeared before him.

To prevent him from disrupting the course of fate and changing the future.

Although this is a world where gods exist, the so-called 'fate' is always the most mysterious and profound existence in people's consciousness. No matter what is said, there will always be those who believe in fate and those who do not.

Asahi Shimizu had always held a skeptical attitude towards 'fate,' so although these words had a great impact, he was still half-convinced... no, it should be said that he could only accept it now.

Although it was a sudden sneak attack, the fact that he was able to suppress Lingzi is enough to demonstrate his strength.

In this world, only gods can achieve this, and they must be extremely powerful gods among all gods.

"call......"

After taking a deep breath, Shimizu Asahi slowly lowered his guard and vigilance. He looked at the man who called himself the God of Observation of Fate and said, "I see. I understand the general situation now."

"However, I'm sorry, my lord, I cannot tell Reiko about this so-called change of the future."

“She is my fiancée and has the right to know all this. Moreover, I cannot abandon her and leave her to search for me alone for the next three hundred years.”

"Even if this changes her future?" Huang asked calmly.

"If telling Reiko about this would cause something irreversible, then I would tell her to stay peacefully on Mount Suzuka before I leave... In fact, Reiko was never interested in the human world to begin with, and after establishing this home on Mount Suzuka, she probably won't take the initiative to step into the human world again."

Shimizu Asahi responded calmly.

“Indeed, if that’s the case, then the future branches of the River of Destiny will indeed decrease, and apart from her, the fates of others will not be greatly affected.”

"However, fate will not change. What is destined will remain so. You will not tell her this. Unless you are truly willing to make her wait for three hundred years."

His gaze sharpened once more, and his relaxed brows furrowed again.

"...What...does Your Majesty mean?"

“I have made myself very clear. If you want her to wait for three hundred years, then tell her the truth now. But if you don’t want her to wait for three hundred years, then tell her the truth three hundred years from now.”

“My purpose is only to consolidate the great trend of destiny. If destiny does not change, I will not move either. Therefore, you shall decide how to make this decision.”

Blue eyes and black eyes gazed at each other silently, a calm yet authoritative voice echoing in the room.