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

"Um......"

Hearing her sister's words, the girl nodded somewhat shyly, then got up and followed Reiko away.

However, as she left, she couldn't help but glance at Shimizu Asahi.

Shimizu Asahi gave her a reassuring smile, telling her not to be too nervous.

Then, the two sisters chatted for about half an hour. Although Shimizu Asahi was curious about what they talked about, she didn't ask. It was good to let the two sisters keep some secrets to themselves.

Then, time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, another half month had passed.

Since Shimizu Asahi and Yoko confirmed their relationship, although their actions haven't changed much, it's clear to everyone that they've grown much closer.

Even in a simple conversation or a moment of contact, you can feel the intimacy.

Reiko watched their intimate moment from the sidelines, as if she were watching herself and Shimizu Asahi two years ago.

The only difference is that Shimizu Asahi is still Shimizu Asahi, but she has been replaced by her own younger sister.

"..."

How to put it... she was unhappy, upset, and angry... Well, even though she had prepared herself mentally, seeing her sister and her fiancé so intimate made her feel envious and jealous.

Normally, she spends more time with Shimizu Asahi than with Ye Zi, since she can share a bed with him and even if they do nothing, she can still hold him and sleep through the night.

However, it's completely impossible to reason with a woman in love.

They don't care how much time they take up from the people they like; they only care about others taking up the time that should be given to them.

Because of this incident, Shimizu Asahi teased her several times.

She was the one who made him accept Ye Zi, and now she's the one who's jealous of Ye Zi.

It seems that whether it's a monster or a human, as long as it's a woman, she'll get jealous.

However, he didn't dislike her. Wasn't it cute that a girl was willing to be jealous for him?

In addition, he wrote a letter to Tamura Samurai, telling him the whole story about himself and Yoko.

Upon learning this, Tamura Samurai was neither surprised nor angry; on the contrary, he couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

Although he had decided to no longer get involved in the affairs of young people, as a father, he naturally hoped this matter could be resolved perfectly. The current outcome was somewhat unfair to Reiko, but since it was Reiko who brought it up, he could only express his respect.

Moreover, isn't this a good ending?

Both of Tamura's daughters have found good husbands to whom they can entrust their lives.

Therefore, he immediately wrote back to Shimizu Asahi, telling him to treat Yoko and Reiko well, and to prepare their wedding as soon as he returned to Yamashiro.

He held both of his daughters' weddings together!

"Together... Hehe, it seems the master's wedding will be quite a lively affair. I'll have to ask Lady Shenzi to prepare an extra gift when we get back."

Looking at the contents of the envelope, Cangzi couldn't help but laugh.

"I'm really looking forward to it."

"Even if you say that, our wedding can't start so soon. There's still a lot of work to be done, and Father won't be back for another year or two."

The boy shook his head. If it were just about building the Tsurugi and Iwafusa fences, that would be fine. But two months ago, Tamura suddenly told them that the army of Echigo had suddenly started a war with the neighboring Emishi tribe. So, Tamura definitely wouldn't be able to come back for a year or two.

Conservatively speaking, it will take two or three years.

and......

After a pause, Shimizu Asahi continued, "Moreover, my sister still hasn't been found. Even if Father comes back, the wedding might not be able to take place."

"Don't worry, sir. I've already asked the shrine and the royal family to keep an eye out. If your sister appears in Izumo Province, we'll definitely get the news, so there's no problem!"

"...Do the royal family and shrines of Izumo Province...do they still do such things?"

"After all, it's for your sake, sir. As long as you need help, Izumo will never shirk its responsibilities."

If Izumo Taisha initially decided to befriend Shimizu Asahi because of the sacred artifact Yasakani no Magatama, then now, after receiving the message from Kurako, they are determined to befriend Shimizu Asahi because of his knowledge of Yin-Yang techniques.

As a shrine with a history spanning thousands of years, they are very clear about who can befriend and who cannot. Furthermore, among those who can befriend, they categorize them into two types: those who "offer help depending on the situation" and those who "must always stand by their side."

Qingshui Chaoyang is undoubtedly the latter.

Their astonishing knowledge of Yin and Yang was enough to make them surpass Ise Grand Shrine and become the strongest shrine in the world.

With such allure and value, let alone helping them find someone, they would absolutely be willing to go against the Ise Grand Shrine!

Shimizu Asahi's status within Izumo Taisha was higher than he had imagined!

"Ha... thank you so much..."

The oblivious boy was taken aback for a moment before belatedly scratching his head.

Of course, compared to the oblivious boy, Reiko was much more aware.

She pursed her lips slightly and said, "This is just a gesture of goodwill from Izumo Taisha in exchange for your knowledge of Yin-Yang arts. You shouldn't feel that they've helped you too much; on the contrary, you should feel that it's what they should do."

“Reiko is right. This is what Izumo Taisha should do for you, sir, so you don’t need to worry about it.”

"Compared to this, I'm a little reluctant to leave tomorrow, sir..." Chapter 359 Cangzi: I'm back again, and this time, I'm staying here!

It has been almost three months since Kurako came to the Tamura family. Normally, she should have gone back long ago, but she wanted to study Yin-Yang magic with Shimizu Asahi, so she kept postponing her work.

The shrine maidens at Izumo Taisha also understood the importance of this matter, so they did not force Reiko to return. In fact, they encouraged Reiko to stay by Shimizu Asahi's side and, ideally, to squeeze every last drop out of him.

However, no matter how much Izumo Taisha supports Kurako's actions, Kurako must return to Izumo Taisha by mid-October.

Because October is the month of Izumo Taisha's most important festival of the year!

—The gods descend, and the gods offer sacrifice!

As the most important festival of Izumo Province and Izumo Taisha, which is held by Susanoo-no-Mikoto, the lord of Izumo, and which even the gods of Izumo are unwilling to attend, no matter who you are or what your mission is, you must abandon it immediately and rush back to the shrine.

This is a sacrificial ceremony that absolutely cannot be refused or met with dissatisfaction!

Even if Kurako is the next shrine maiden of Izumo Taisha, if she doesn't attend, her position as shrine maiden successor will be handed over to someone else the next day.

Therefore, Kurako has to leave the Tamura family.

As the next goddess, she is about to embark on her journey back.

It's time to say goodbye.

"Time really flies... After this parting, who knows when we'll meet again."

Although he knew that Kurako would be leaving in October, Shimizu Asahi still felt a pang of emotion when the moment actually arrived. Even though it was only for two or three months, Kurako's arrival had truly enriched his life, and he felt a little reluctant to see her leave so suddenly.

"Kurako, I'll miss you."

Not only Shimizu Asahi, but Yoko also expressed deep reluctance at her departure. Faced with the two's reluctance, Kurako also said that she would miss them.

Of course, after looking at the two of them, Kurako's gaze fell on Reiko, as if she wanted to hear some reluctant words from her.

Unfortunately, Lingzi squinted and remained silent, not uttering a single word.

He truly lives up to his reputation as the future ruler of the Sea Kingdom; after all this time, he still can't get along with Cangzi.

However, Kurako didn't mind. Reiko's reaction was within her expectations. So, after having a good chat with the two of them, she went back to her room to rest and prepare her things.

Early the next morning, she left on a paper crane under the watchful eyes of the three of them.

After her figure disappeared into the horizon, the three of them returned to the house one after another to begin their mission for the day.

The person is already gone, so there's no use in them thinking about them anymore. Besides, they're not the kind of people who get into a state of longing because they can't bear to part with someone.

However, time slipped by unnoticed, and just when they thought they wouldn't see Kurako again for several years, in late October, a figure rode a paper crane back to the Mountain City Kingdom...

"..."

"..."

Inside the Tamura family mansion, Shimizu Asahi and the other two fell silent as they looked at the black-haired girl at the gate.

However, although they remained silent, their expressions were quite different.

Shimizu Asahi was surprised and confused, Yoko was happy and curious, and as for Reiko, she was initially astonished and surprised, but later, she became undisguised disgust.

'Why are you here again!'

Her face was written all over it.

Faced with the silence of the three, the returning shrine maiden showed a very happy and joyful expression.

"Sir, Ye Zi, Ling Zi, I'm back again."

She smiled with her eyes narrowed and said this very obediently.

Hearing her words, Shimizu Asahi sighed softly, then smiled helplessly, "Kurako, did you come straight here after the festival?"

As the largest festival in Izumo Province, the festival lasts for half a month from beginning to end. After it ends, the Izumo Grand Shrine will be busy for a long time dealing with the aftermath.

For example, cleaning the shrine, making offerings to the gods, practicing purification meditation, or perhaps holding meetings and organizing the process... In short, it will take about half a month from the end to the end.

But now... less than a few days after the God's sacrifice ended, Cangzi has returned here again. Has she forgotten about the tasks that follow?

In response to the man's doubts, the shrine maiden revealed a sly, fox-like expression and replied directly with a touch of mischief: "I've had others handle the tasks at Izumo Taisha. My priority now is to squeeze every last drop out of you, sir."

"Therefore, I want to cherish every minute and second I spend with my husband."

Shimizu Asahi: "Huh???"

Is there something wrong with you or with me? Why do I find what you're saying so strange?

"Oh, sir, don't misunderstand. When I said 'squeeze out,' I meant knowledge."

Perhaps because she got the expression she wanted, the girl's smiling eyes revealed a satisfied and joyful look before she slowly began to explain.

After briefly explaining the knowledge that Shimizu Asahi had taught her to the goddess, the goddess immediately realized that this knowledge was even more important than she had imagined. Therefore, she made up her mind to squeeze every last drop out of Shimizu Asahi, no matter what.

In fact, if it weren't for the numerous affairs of Izumo Taisha and Kurako's obstruction, she might have had to come in person.

Even so, she repeatedly instructed the celestial maiden Cangzi, saying, "Cangzi, extract as much as possible from Mr. Shimizu's body, and don't leave him a single drop."

Well... that's not the exact wording, but that's the gist of it.

And so, with the will to drain Mr. Kurako dry, Tamako Kurako came here once again.

"I see... I didn't expect the divine child to value my Yin-Yang technique so much. I am truly flattered."