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

"After all, besides you, my master, I'm only interested in wine and treasure."

"But... well, I'm still very happy to hear you say that, sir. After all, it's a gift from you to me."

Ibuki used her slender arms slightly to press their bodies even closer together.

She wanted to make him feel her happiness in this way.

“I know, so I was thinking about when to meet your parents. I have to apologize in person for taking their daughter away.” (Chapter 411, Section 408: Love is a Sweet Greed)

“Oh my, I’m so happy that you brought this up yourself, sir.”

Ibuki smiled charmingly and with surprise, her amethyst-like eyes curving into crescents, a happy expression on her face. This feeling of being cared for and appreciated was almost uncontrollable for her.

Ah, I really want to eat the master... right here, I'll eat him up little by little!

But...no, I'll have to wait until tonight to properly enjoy the master's flavor...

Struggling to suppress the desire in her heart, Ibuki licked her rosy lips and whispered, "But, is it alright? My father is not so easy to deal with."

Even if you say that, I still have to pay a visit.

"Although monsters don't have as many rules, I still hope to give you a perfect wedding."

The boy gently stroked the girl's hair, a slight smile appearing on his handsome face. "I want your life to be as perfect as possible."

The gentle and calm words shone into the girl's heart like sunshine. Even though she already felt very happy, her heart couldn't help but start beating again.

A feeling of greater happiness and satisfaction than before spread from deep within.

The arms holding Qingshui Chaoyang tightened even more.

"Oh, that's too much, my lord... if you say that, I won't be able to resist eating you right now."

Greed exists in this world, whether it is among humans, monsters, gods, or the dead.

Deep within everyone's heart lies a hidden greed; they may crave wealth, vanity, life, or fame and fortune.

Once upon a time, Ibuki craved wealth and fine wine. She possessed vast rivers and mountains, reigned supreme among demons, and had everything she could want in terms of glory, wealth, fame, and prestige.

However, neither fine wine nor wealth could sway her heart.

She is who she is, the Queen of the Ghost Clan, and no desire can control her heart.

It wasn't that she followed her desires, but rather that her desires followed her.

But now, she was trembling, something she rarely did.

Deep within her, she longed and craved to hold him tightly, to possess him, to devour him, and to keep him with her for the rest of her life.

She finally understood why some people say, 'Love is a sweet greed.'

This urge to possess him entirely is truly terrifying...

“It’s just some obvious things. You’re getting overly excited, Ibuki.”

That's what he said, but the girl's happiness also infected him.

For him, who had promised her a lifetime together, her happiness was his happiness.

It has nothing to do with responsibility or worldly concerns; it is simply a heartfelt expectation.

"This may be obvious to you, sir, but it's not the same for me... This is the first time I've heard such words... I'm truly delighted, sir..."

Ibuki wanted to talk to him more and spend more time with him, but their time alone together suddenly ended.

Footsteps suddenly sounded, and she couldn't help but loosen her grip on Qing Shui Chaoyang, the joy and happiness that welled up inside her being extinguished instantly, like a flame doused with cool ice water.

Dissatisfaction flashed in her purple eyes, but the next second, it was suppressed.

The girl let go of her beloved, calmed herself down, and stood smiling beside him.

Shimizu Asahi blinked, a hint of confusion in his eyes at the girl's sudden action, but his doubts were quickly resolved.

"Asahiko, Ibuki, you're here."

A light, cheerful voice came from behind. Shimizu Asahi subconsciously turned around and saw Qingnvfang and Ali walking out of the cabin.

Looking at the two girls, the black-haired boy couldn't help but glance at Ibuki again.

How could they possibly sense their arrival?

As expected of Ibuki.

The girl narrowed her eyes and gave him a subtle look of pride.

Shimizu Asahi smiled silently, then looked at Ali and Qingnvfang.

"Have you packed everything?"

"Yes, it's all packed." Ali nodded gently with a warm smile. However, after saying that, she 'casually' glanced at Ibuki and 'reminded' her, "Our things are all packed. Ibuki, aren't you going to pack your things too?"

"Oh dear, as long as I have a place to sleep, that's enough for me, so whether I tidy up or not is unimportant."

"Besides, if you're not comfortable staying here, you can go to the master."

"Master's room should be big enough for two people to sleep in."

Ibuki squinted and chuckled softly.

"Hmm... While this is an option, it would require Chaoyang's consent. Even if Chaoyang agrees, it would be a bit cramped for two people, and neither of us would be comfortable sleeping like this."

"It's okay, as long as we're close together, we'll both be comfortable."

Although Ibuki and Ari were smiling, their eyes flashed with a fierce light.

Shimizu Asahi watched this scene and smiled silently. He shook his head and then stepped aside.

Knowing exactly what was going on, he understood that he should stand quietly to the side. Whether he helped Ibuki or Ari, he would only upset the other party.

While the two were arguing, Qingnufang quietly walked to his side.

She didn't speak, she didn't show any expression, she just stood quietly beside him.

Sensing the atmosphere of the Green Maiden's Chamber, the black-haired boy leaned gently against the ship's railing, silently thinking that this procedure might not be so boring after all...

......

Meanwhile, as Shimizu Asahi embarked on his journey home, in the Onmyōryō (Bureau of Yin and Yang) near the Imperial Palace in the northern district of Heian-kyō, Kamo no Tadayuki was quietly handling numerous matters.

After Shimizu Asahi told him about the impending resurrection of the evil god, he began to take steps to resist it.

Because Kyogoku Munemitsu witnessed the incident firsthand, he easily confirmed its veracity.

Even though people still don't believe that the evil god has been fully resurrected, His two actions prove that Heian-kyo has its sights set on it. Therefore, regardless of whether it's true or not, Heian-kyo must take action.

Saiou of Ise Grand Shrine has already given her answer: if the evil god really attacks Heian-kyo, she will definitely fight against the evil god with the Yata Mirror.

However, all she agreed to was to fight against the evil god. If the evil god did not appear, the Yata Mirror would not leave the shrine.

This answer is sufficient; Kamo no Tadayuki is capable of dealing with all enemies except for evil gods, therefore, this is enough.

However, while preparing to fight the evil god, he was also secretly investigating something.

Who exactly resurrected the evil god from his slumber?

And the answer he had been searching for for months finally appeared before him today... Chapter 409, Section 412: You thieving cats, you can't beat me after all! Big Sister is online!

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, a month has passed.

After a month-long voyage, the sailors, piloting their massive sailing ship, finally returned to port, as if they had been eagerly awaited.

Exhausted yet overjoyed, they jumped off the deck, many stretching and shouting things like, "Finally back!"

As Qingshui Chaoyang walked down the wooden plank, he looked at the crew members around him and smiled silently.

"A month of calm has made them really restless."

During their month-long journey back to Hong Kong, they had a smooth trip, without any whirlpools or waves, and not even any torrential rain. Compared to the turbulent waves and hardships on their way there, the return trip was easy and carefree.

Easygoing can also mean boring. Looking at the unchanging scenery at sea, the crew once thought they were lost at sea.

Even Shimizu Asahi felt that the atmosphere was too calm and wondered if she had entered some kind of monster's illusion.

Fortunately, Kamo worked hard to keep the ship moving forward, and under her careful guidance, the crew members were able to carry out their work steadily.

They eventually returned to Heian-kyo.

"A voyage that I would rather not experience a second time."

With a soft exhale, Shimizu Asahi looked at Kamo Ito beside him and said, "Ito, we really owe you a lot for this journey. Without you, we don't know if we could have found Suzuka Mountain successfully, or even if we had, we don't know if we could have reached it."

"Although it's a bit late to say this now, thank you anyway for accompanying us on this journey."

The girl was taken aback by the boy's sudden thanks, but then shook her head.

She smiled and replied sincerely and happily, "Sir, you are too kind. Our task is simply to take you to Suzuka Mountain, so there is no need for you to thank me."

"Moreover, if we really have to say something, I should be the one thanking you."

“The gentleman not only took care of us along the way, but also tried his best to protect us.”

"We were able to return in such high spirits, all thanks to Mr. [Name]."

"Being able to sail with you is the happiest thing I've ever experienced."

"If I have the opportunity, I hope to sail with you again."

"Really... Hmm, if there's a chance, let's set sail together again!"

The boy made his promise, hugged the black-haired girl, and then said, "Well then, see you next time!"

After saying goodbye to the girl, Shimizu Asahi bid farewell to the crew members, and then the four of them left the port.

With a heart set on returning home, he walked quickly, and in just half an hour, they arrived back in Heian-kyo.

"Heian-kyo three hundred years later... what a nostalgic sight."

The scene before his eyes was both familiar and strange. The passage of time had created a distance between him and this place, and everything here was both new and alien to him now.

However, he didn't pay too much attention to it.

As long as you live here, these gaps created by time will gradually disappear, and it won't affect anything.

He cared more about his older sister.