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

'Is fate...on my side?'

As if deliberately waiting, when he uttered his last words, Kidomaru involuntarily lowered his head, and his slender fingers unconsciously touched the red string.

'So, it was you, sir, who just suppressed my murderous intent?'

"teacher......"

Kidomaru, who had some guesses in his mind, exhaled a breath of turbid air. His doubts just now quietly dissipated. Although he was a little disappointed, this answer was still something to be happy about.

When he raised his head again, the contemplation in Kidomaru's eyes disappeared, and the atmosphere around him changed silently.

If he was like a demon before, hiding a knife behind a smile, then he is now a true human being, gentle and easygoing.

The demonic nature was suppressed once again. Chapter 428 (Chapter 425): Even Asura Demons Can Have Families

After resolving his doubts, Kidomaru started chatting with Enmusubi about other things. Perhaps it was the change in atmosphere, or perhaps it was her natural personality, but Enmusubi slowly revealed her true nature in front of Kidomaru. Later on, she even stopped pretending and interacted with Kidomaru in a very genuine manner.

Before they knew it, the sky gradually darkened. It was time for Enmusubi to leave. Satisfied, she got up and left. Kidomaru smiled as he saw her off.

A pleasant afternoon passed by silently.

Having not experienced these things for so long, the God of Fate hummed a little song on the way back, seemingly happy to have gained such a friend.

Just then, a sudden, whimsical idea popped into her mind.

'Kidomaru is such a good kid, maybe he could become my follower?'

Although she didn't have time to see his fate, she had this feeling the moment the thought arose in her mind.

That child can definitely become my believer!

Didn't he just ask me a lot of questions about the red string?

That means he's interested in me!

"That's right! That child can definitely do it!"

"I'll go see him tomorrow and make him my follower!"

"Hehehe, no wonder so many gods love Heian-kyo. It turns out it's so easy to gain followers here. Yay, I have followers again!"

......

In the Shimizu family's main hall, Shimizu Asahi, who had just returned, listened to Enmusubi finish telling his story from that afternoon. However, from the middle of the story, his expression became somewhat strange.

Seeing that she was still in a happy state, Shimizu Asahi blinked, and finally said with an expression of 'not knowing what tone to use', "Um, Lady of Fate... that half-demon you met today, actually, we all know him..."

"Huh? You all know each other?"

"Hmm... Kidomaru, he is my best friend in the Onmyo-ryo, and also my senior brother. We studied under the same teacher."

"Friends, fellow disciples?! What a coincidence!"

Yuanjie Shen was shocked. One of the believers he had met was actually getting along so well with Shimizu Asahi.

However, she quickly realized what was happening and happily exclaimed, "Isn't that perfect? ​​Now you can worship the same god again!"

“Well, that’s what I was trying to say…” The black-haired boy scratched his head and cautiously reminded him, “Lord Enmusubi, Kidomaru… doesn’t seem to care much about gods, so he probably won’t become a believer.”

Probably not, that was the greatest comfort Shimizu Asahi offered. Kidomaru would never believe in gods, that was absolutely true.

The demons of the Asura realm crave slaughter and worship power. In their minds, all living beings are prey, whether they are their own kind, humans, gods, or monsters.

As long as it has life, it is prey.

Even if Kidomaru acquires human manners and understanding, his true nature will not change.

Being able to restrain his murderous intent and refrain from killing indiscriminately was the greatest effort he could have made for Shimizu Asahi and Kamo Tadashi.

Believe in gods? That's simply impossible.

Shimizu Asahi's intentions were very clear, and Shimizu Mio and Ibuki all saw through his intentions. However, Enmusubi seemed not to understand the implied meaning and still looked like she was saying, "Don't worry about it, I can handle it."

"..."

Seeing the expectant look on the deity's face, Shimizu Asahi sighed helplessly and amusedly, and said, "Since the God of Fate is so eager to accept Kidomaru as a believer, then I will not say anything. However, the God of Fate is planning to go to see Kidomaru tomorrow, right? In that case, I will go with him."

"I haven't seen Kidomaru in so long, I miss him a bit too."

"Chaoyang is coming too? That's great! Now we're sure to be able to accept that child as a follower!"

The boy's words pleased the deity; with Qing Shui Chao Yang's help, her chances of success tomorrow were even higher.

"Great!"

"...I'll have to trouble you this time, Chaoyang. Don't let this child get too badly hurt."

The optimistic friend made Shimizu Mio sigh. She shook her head gently, then looked at her younger brother with a little embarrassment, hoping to take better care of the Goddess of Fate tomorrow.

"Yes, I'll do my best. But don't worry, sister, Lady Enmusubi won't be defeated so easily. At most, she'll just be disappointed for a while, it'll be fine."

The boy smiled and comforted his sister.

No, it can't be considered a consolation, after all, the God of Marriage is indeed very strong.

The existence that could carry a shrine on its back, make a firm decision, and wander alone for a hundred years is more self-reliant than countless others.

"I know, but I still have to ask you for help. You know Kidomaru's personality. If Enmusubi disturbs him too much, it will definitely make him uncomfortable."

"That's true. It seems that Lady Enmusubi doesn't know how to read the room. I'll leave it to her tomorrow."

Seeing her younger brother pat his chest and make a promise, Shimizu Mio was no longer so worried.

She returned a reassuring smile, then stood up and said, "I'll go prepare dinner now, it'll be ready soon, please wait a moment."

"Ah."

Meanwhile, A-Li, who had heard of Kidomaru but had never met him, couldn't help but whisper to Qing Nufang, "Qing Nufang, is Kidomaru's personality really that gentle?"

Every time Shimizu Asahi mentions Kidomaru, she says he's a better person than her. Although she doesn't believe it, she still considers him a kind and gentle person. However, this time, upon hearing Enmusubi's words, she felt a sense of doubt.

It is indeed very dangerous for Asuras to live in the human world, but is it really okay to kill someone without hesitation just because they are called an Asura?

As if she could see through A-Li's thoughts, Qing Nufang remained silent for a while, and then, after confirming that Qing Shui Chaoyang could not see her, she responded in a low voice.

"He is the son of Asura who inherited the bloodline of the Asura Demon King, so he is able to maintain his rationality. However, an Asura Demon is still an Asura Demon after all. No matter how he suppresses it, his bloodlust will still accompany him."

"Therefore, no matter how mild-mannered he appears, it is merely a mask."

"Behind that mask was a face of madness."

"Wait, then, didn't Asahi get tricked by him?" Ali was taken aback. She subconsciously showed a hint of nervousness and then wanted to get up to tell Shimizu Asahi about it. However, Qingnvfang held her wrist. "Don't be nervous. Asahi wasn't tricked. He already knew... He knows more about Kidomaru than anyone else."

"Kidomaru's mask will turn into his true nature in front of him."

"—In Kidomaru's eyes, everyone in the world can be prey, except for Asahi and Kamo Tadaya.

"They are not prey, they are family." Chapter 429, Kidomaru, Be Gentle

The next morning, Qingshui Chaoyang got up early as usual. He washed up briefly and then went into the room.

Mio Shimizu had already prepared breakfast.

The siblings greeted each other with "Good morning" and then began to eat breakfast. During this time, Ibuki and the others also came in from outside one after another.

Oh, by the way, Ibuki didn't take the opportunity to sneak into Shimizu Asahi's room last night to do anything pleasing to the eye.

After all, she was back in the Shimizu family, so she had to show some respect to Shimizu Mio.

Although the idea of ​​doing this and that to her younger brother in front of her older sister was indeed tempting, she chose to give it up considering that it would consume the time she had to possess the master alone.

She would wait until her relationship with the master was exposed before showing it off to Shimizu Mio.

Unaware of the girls' inner turmoil, Shimizu Asahi didn't think too much about it. After exchanging greetings, everyone quickly finished breakfast. However, after finishing breakfast and not seeing the Goddess of Fate, Shimizu Asahi asked curiously, "Where is Goddess of Fate? Hasn't she gotten up yet?"

"Hmm, she doesn't have the habit of waking up early, she's probably still sleeping now, just ignore her."

Mio gently shook her head, indicating that it was nothing to worry about. But at that moment, the tightly closed door was suddenly opened, and the disheveled and messy-haired Enmusubi walked in from the corridor.

Good morning, everyone...

With a tired expression and a weary figure, she greeted everyone weakly, causing the five people in the room to pause in surprise.

"Um...didn't you sleep well last night, Lady Enmusubi?"

Ali blinked gently, and asked with some doubt and worry.

"Ah...it's nothing, I'm just so excited about making that child my follower today that I can't sleep."

"By the time they realized it, it was already daylight..."

"Is breakfast ready? Then I won't be polite..."

Yuanjie Shen sat down in her seat, put her hands together, and was about to say, "I'm starting," but Qingnvfang, who was sitting next to her, stopped her.

"You probably haven't washed up yet. Although gods, humans, and monsters are quite different, I think you should wash up, whether for the sake of cleanliness or appearance."

"Ah, right... I forgot... Hehehe, I'll go wash up now..."

As he spoke, the exhausted Enmusubi staggered to his feet and walked out of the room.

"..."

"..."

"Um... Lady Enmusubi... should be alright, right?"

Shimizu Asahi belatedly realized what was happening. He looked at the wooden door that was still open and a helpless smile appeared on his face.

I didn't expect the Goddess of Fate to be so eager for Kidomaru to become her follower. I hope she won't be too heartbroken after being rejected... I'll have Kidomaru be a little more tactful later.

Soon, the God of Fate tidied himself up. Although his fatigue was hard to hide, he looked much better than before.

She patted her cheeks to cheer herself up, and then ate her breakfast in big mouthfuls.

As she ate, she said, "Chaoyang, you go and get ready. We'll leave as soon as we're done eating!"

Clearly, she was getting impatient.

The black-haired boy chuckled silently and said, "Lord of Fate, today is just the beginning, there's no need to rush, we can take it slowly."

"That won't do! How can I make my believer wait so long! He must know that the god he worships is the best god for his believers!"

"..."