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

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In the courtyard, Shimizu Asahi sat down under the eaves of the walkway. He patted the spot next to him and said to Ye Zi, who was gradually coming to her senses, "You sit down too, Ye Zi."

"Ah, yes..."

Yezi obediently sat down next to him, and then, the distance from inside the house to the courtyard allowed Yezi's emotions to stabilize.

As for what her sister had just said, she suppressed it all.

She had already decided to let go, and she had decided not to think about it anymore.

Moreover... no matter how you look at it, it can't possibly be true...

So, after calming herself down, Ye Zi asked with some curiosity, "Um, Chaoyang, is there something important you want to tell me?"

"Hmm... for you and me... no, for this family, it must be a very important thing."

The boy rubbed his head, and although he had a smile on his face, the seriousness and focus between his brows were still evident.

Perhaps it was his expression that infected her, for Yezi's expression also became serious.

She knelt quietly, looking like she was listening attentively.

"Hmm..." The black-haired boy took a deep breath of the increasingly cold air, and then revealed the secret she had kept until now.

"Actually, we already know what you're thinking and feeling..."

A quiet, slightly serious voice echoed in the tranquil courtyard. Ye Zi, who was sitting upright, paused for a moment, and then... suddenly opened her eyes wide.

Her serious expression was replaced by disbelief; her senses went blank, and her heart raced, thumping and pounding like thunder in her ears.

How could this be... that the feelings I've kept hidden in my heart... have been discovered?! How could this be!?

Wait a minute, that's why my sister said those things, that's why she cared about my marriage... My sister, she hates me!?

The girl's brain began to work frantically, and countless subtle actions from the past were magnified. Perhaps it was her deliberate actions and words in the morning that made her feel worried and afraid. All the worst possible outcomes she could think of began to rush towards her like a tide!

'What should I do...what should I do...what should I do now?'

Her hand unconsciously moved to her chest, and the girl involuntarily panicked.

However, a flash of inspiration struck her, and her initial panic was immediately replaced by a final solution.

Her gaze sharpened again, and the black figure expanded once more.

Yes, just explain yourself, explain to Chaoyang. As long as you succeed in explaining, as long as you treat it as a misunderstanding... Chapter 357 Today I'm Going to Take Down Both Sisters

However, just as the girl was about to speak in a panic, the boy suddenly raised his hand and pressed down on her head.

"Yezi, no one blames you, neither me nor Lingzi. We don't blame you, so don't be nervous, calm down."

The gentle and refined voice was like a spring breeze, inadvertently sweeping away all fear and confusion. Ye Zi, who was initially at a loss, calmed down immediately.

Looking at the same black-haired boy in front of her, Ye Zi pursed her lips and then gently lowered her head.

"I'm sorry, Chaoyang, I went a bit too far."

"It's alright, I understand. Anyone would panic if something so important was discovered."

Although your reaction was somewhat beyond my expectations...

Keeping the last sentence firmly in mind, Shimizu Asahi smiled and said, "Alright, sit down first. We haven't finished talking yet."

Upon hearing this, Ye Zi belatedly realized that she had been so excited that she almost stood up...

She obediently did as she was told and looked at the clear water and the rising sun. Although she had a lot to say, she should remain silent for now.

The boy smiled happily as he helped the girl sit down obediently. Then he continued, "Actually, Reiko and I were quite surprised when we received this news unexpectedly, since neither of us had considered this possibility."

"However, now that we've discovered it, we need to deal with it. We originally wanted to gradually get you to give up this idea through blind dates or keeping your distance, but for some reason, our methods failed."

"And finally, after repeated discussions, we resorted to one last measure..."

"Actually, you should have guessed by now, yes, that's our last resort."

"What Reiko just said was actually true."

The boy's last words made the girl's heart race, and her emotions, which had just calmed down, trembled again.

It's true... what my sister said is true... she really agreed... to share her brother-in-law with me!

An indescribable joy welled up within her, like going from hell to heaven; happiness, joy, excitement... countless emotions completely filled her heart.

She was almost unable to think.

However, perhaps because the news was too exciting, she, who should have been basking in joy, suddenly realized a problem.

--Why.

Why did Reiko make this decision? Why did Asahi agree to this proposal?

They all disagreed at first, so why did they agree in the end?

Unconsciously, Ye Zi began to think about this question, and at this moment, with her extremely keen senses, she quickly caught a clue.

'Could it be that...'

Realizing something, she couldn't help but open her eyes wide. Her joy and happiness receded like a tide, and her dark pupils looked at the boy with wavering.

Although she didn't speak, her gaze said it all.

Shimizu Asahi nodded slightly; he did not deny it, but directly admitted it.

"Yes, just as you guessed, Reiko happened to overhear your conversation with Kurako that night."

"Is that really... true..."

A bitter smile crept onto her face, and Ye Zi murmured with a hint of helplessness, "Is it because of my decision that my sister has such thoughts...? Are you and my sister... just pitying me?"

"Yezi, you know that Lingzi doesn't think that way. She will only make decisions that are worthy of your will. She may feel resentment and jealousy about this decision, but she will never feel pity for you."

"how about you?"

As soon as Qing Shui Chao Yang finished speaking, Ye Zi immediately spoke up.

“My sister won’t care about these things, but what about you? You’re different from my sister. You’re calm and perceptive. You’ll definitely not overlook my feelings. Because of my decision, you’ll definitely feel pity, sympathy, and a desire to help me.”

"Is it right?"

"Yes, you're right. When I first heard about this, I felt a mix of surprise, shock, and pity. But I agreed to do it not out of sympathy."

The black-haired boy's decisiveness and directness made the already bitter girl lower her head. She knew that his agreement wasn't because he liked her, but simply out of pity...

However, as her heart gradually filled with a touch of sadness, she suddenly heard the next sentence.

"!?"

As if struck by lightning, her heart leaped, and the girl looked up abruptly.

Shimizu Asahi gently reached out and ruffled her hair, saying softly, "Actually, the night we decided on this, Reiko was going to tell you, but I stopped her. Because I knew that if I went to you like this, you would definitely refuse."

"Moreover, I did feel sorry for you at that time."

"So, I want to wait until I've calmed down and made a decision based on my own true will before I confess to you."

"So... that means... you are now..." A flame ignited in Ye Zi's heart, and her voice trembled slightly.

'Does the rising sun... like me now?'

Even though she tried her best to suppress it, she couldn't control the thoughts in her mind.

However, just as this thought crossed her mind, Shimizu Asahi shook his head and denied her expectations.

"I'm sorry, Yezi, I can't truly get rid of these feelings right now... As long as I keep this from you, I can't completely let go of these emotions."

"True feelings cannot be faked..."

"So, can we weave this love together, Leaf?"

"It's not pity, nor longing, just simple liking."

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“Sometimes, if two people are not honest with each other, they cannot understand each other’s feelings. Shimizu failed to perceive Yoko’s inner feelings partly because Yoko hid them too well, and partly because he lacked awareness.”

"Perhaps he is too sensitive to other things, or perhaps he simply doesn't consider those things, so Shimizu is very oblivious to feelings like 'like'. He won't know unless he says it out loud."

"Just like now, Shimizu won't be able to let go of this decision unless she tells her own feelings."

"Therefore, honesty is the best decision."

In the quiet room, Reiko calmly and serenely recounted this fact.

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Emotions are the purest and most complex things that humans possess.

Humans are emotional beings; no matter how calm a person is, there will come a day when they are ruled by their emotions, as was the case with Shimizu Asahi. No one can control their emotions, nor can anyone decide them.

At first, Shimizu Asahi's feelings for Yoko were just those of a simple friend. However, as his gaze changed, his feelings gradually shifted, and before he knew it, a faint affection had begun to grow in his heart.

Therefore, he was able to take that step with Reiko's encouragement.

It was precisely because of this step that he closed the distance between himself and Ye Zi. Chapter 355, Section 358: Lingzi: This guy is finally leaving!

When Shimizu Asahi and Yoko returned to the room, Reiko and Kurako's eyes immediately fell on them.

Although neither of them said a word, their expressions said it all.

To be honest, this was the first time they had ever seen Ye Zi blush and look shy and embarrassed.

She's got all the older sister traits... I never expected her to have such a cute side.

The leaves are really cute.

Of course, neither Reiko nor Kurako directly and openly pointed it out. Although this was something to be happy about, it was best not to reveal it now.

"Now that everything is settled, Yezi, it's time for us sisters to have a private chat."

However, we can't say it openly, but we can talk about it privately.

Moreover, there are some things that she, as the older sister, needs to remind you of.

Otherwise, she might never be able to properly express her feelings for Shimizu.