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

Not only Ibuki, but also Reiko, Ari, and all the girls present seemed to have a tacit understanding, all giving up the stage... Chapter 784, Section 781: I'm a little angry.

The cold wind howled through the market, its biting force converging from all directions, instantly turning the area into a frozen wasteland!

As the sun rises over clear water, it gently steps forward, sweeping across the land with unparalleled power.

The area has been cleared out, and Ibuki and the others have withdrawn from the front line. Now, the only one still exposed to the demon is Shimizu Asahi.

Aura does not affect fear. Ghosts have no consciousness and do not understand fear. They only know to tear apart the enemy in front of them and bring everything back to the 'right path'!

So they launched an attack!

"Roar!!!"

With an immense aura as vast as heaven and earth, endless ghosts surged forth like a tidal wave!

but......

"call......"

A chilling aura emanated from the boy's mouth, and the power spread out in an instant.

"!?"

My heart pounded uncontrollably, as if I were being watched by some terrifying being. The next moment, the scenery changed before my eyes. In the blink of an eye... no, it was as if the world itself had been replaced. In an instant... endless ice swallowed my vision!

"...Is this...the power of Asahi when they get serious?"

Although this wasn't the first time Shimizu Asahi had shown his power—he had indeed unleashed even more terrifying strength during his battle with the Merfolk King—but...

For some reason, upon seeing the clear water and rising sun, the girls felt an uncontrollable tremor of fear rise within them.

It was as if they were being targeted by a colossal beast capable of shattering the heavens and earth.

"Hehehe... How terrifying, sir."

"However, in any case, the matter here can be considered resolved."

"Takiyasha-hime, how is the child?"

Reiko gently exhaled a breath of stale air. Although she was surprised by Shimizu Asahi's performance, she had already guessed that Shimizu Asahi would shock the crowd the moment he released his aura, so she quickly regained her composure.

Besides, their real purpose in coming here was to see Xiaoxi, who had just fallen into despair.

Upon hearing her words, the other girls, including Shimizu Asahi who had just frozen and sealed so many ghosts, also turned their gazes toward her.

However, when they turned their gaze over, what they saw was a translucent girl who was becoming increasingly faint, as if she was about to disappear!

"this,!?"

"What's going on? Why is Xiaoxi's body like this...?"

"...This is Xiaoxi's choice..."

Takiyasha-hime clenched her fists tightly. Although she didn't say much, her face was filled with resentment.

"The people who have escaped from the cycle of reincarnation are all dead, existing only as souls. Their awakening requires them to face not only their own death, but also the death of their parents and relatives. That kind of pain... is fatal to anyone."

“In particular, these people have been living in a false sense of beauty.”

"The pain of waking up in that instant could be fatal..."

"If one cannot escape from the illusory dream and accept this fact, the power of reincarnation will tear apart the awakened soul... Those who have already awakened will return to the cycle of reincarnation, with no chance of escape... Everything will be endless."

"This is... the City of the Sun!"

"How could this be...?"

A-Li opened her eyes wide, a chill emanating from all directions.

If they cannot face reality, those who have escaped their predicament will enter the cycle of reincarnation again, unable to break free or be saved, and will only spend their lives... living the 'beautiful dream' they desire?

In an instant, Ali felt an indescribable chill run down her spine.

Can those who have escaped the cycle of reincarnation accept this reality?

I don't know... nobody knows.

No one can say anything absolutely.

Even so, they clearly understood one thing.

The chances of ordinary people escaping are virtually zero!

His fingers trembled slightly, and his mouth opened slightly.

Is this why Takiyasha-hime doesn't actively awaken them?

The girls... lowered their heads.

"..."

"..."

A quiet silence fell over the air. The girls and Takiyasha-hime were all gripped by a sense of despair and anger. Shimizu Asahi took a deep breath, raised his head slightly, and relaxed as if a great weight had been lifted from his shoulders.

The voice rang out in a low, deep tone.

"It's nothing. Even if we knew this, it wouldn't affect us."

"Defeat Himiko...isn't that something that was already decided?"

"Defeat her, and let all of this... end here."

The boy seemed to be stating the truth, and in fact he was.

No matter how bad the situation in the City of the Sun was, or how hopeless the future of its people was, none of that mattered to them what they were about to do.

At most, it will only stir up their emotions and make them even angrier.

The things that need to be done have already been decided!

But why is there such a terrifying look in those eyes on that seemingly calm face, which even has a hint of a smile?

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Under the scorching sun, in the distant sea beyond the City of the Sun, the ocean is vast and turbulent, where dragons and snakes frolic and play.

"Haha, how about it? You can make as much noise as you want here!"

"No one will bother us."

The burly man sat upright in the sky, his imposing body seemingly made of steel, with a wine bowl standing before him.

Like unseen tables and chairs supporting the red wine bowl.

"Although the ocean is boundless, it lacks vitality. While it may be exhilarating for a moment, it eventually becomes boring."

The dragon and snake stopped their commotion, raised their enormous bodies high, and brought one of their heads in front of the big man, a hint of boredom in its eyes.

"Don't be so demanding, Hachiya. I came out with you secretly."

"Moreover, if you run to the coastal area, you might flood the coastal villages. Although you and your sister have made up now, both your sister and Chaoyang will be angry about this."

Suzhan Mingzun opened his palm, his tone carrying a hint of helplessness.

"Huh? What does their anger have to do with me?"

"Why should I care about their feelings? If it weren't for Ibuki, I would have killed that brat long ago!"

"Tsk, you're still as bad at talking as ever, it's ruined my good mood!"

The once carefree face became ferocious, and the calm sea seemed to sense the wrath of the gods. In an instant, the sky darkened, thunder roared, and the world seemed to be on the verge of destruction!

Niu Tou laughed heartily. His best friend's temper, which made him angry whenever Chaoyang was mentioned, was really amusing. He could treat it as a form of entertainment, even if it happened occasionally.

He was about to say something more to provoke his best friend when a familiar voice suddenly came from behind him.

"Oh? So, you still intend to make a move against Chaoyang, Orochi?" Chapter 785, Section 782: Strange Rice: I was clearly the one who... Ah, I think I came later.

Beneath the pitch-black sky, thunder roared and giant waves surged high, like a beast with the power to swallow mountains and rivers.

A sense of oppression spread, and the space seemed to solidify.

The snake's head was ferocious and terrifying, as if facing a mortal enemy; its power was suffocating and deadly!

Opposite the snake's head, a woman stood gently.

Her smooth black hair fluttered slightly in the wind, and her light blue robe billowed gently. Her delicate and dignified face was as cold as ice.

A major battle seems imminent!

However, no one noticed that both the terrifying giant snake with its ferocious face and the burly man behind it, holding a wine bowl with a calm expression, seemingly just a spectator, had a... blank look in their eyes.

Meanwhile, no one knew that the giant serpent and the burly man, both exuding a powerful aura that could subdue everything in the world, had the same thought arising in their hearts.

'Why is this person (my sister) here!'

One of the most embarrassing things in the world is being threatened by someone and then getting caught by the person in question.

Although the hatred between Yamata and Shimizu Mio still exists, their grudges have gradually faded as the younger generation of the two families get married.

To be honest, they were kindred spirits on their wedding day.

Only the other person can understand the bitterness in my heart.

However... Yamata shook his head violently.

The slight embarrassment and the thought of 'what should I do if I'm caught talking badly about someone behind their back' were immediately suppressed.

As long as I'm not embarrassed, no one will know I'm embarrassed!

The barely concealed blankness in the snake's eyes vanished instantly, and the eight-headed serpent adopted a truly ferocious expression.

Besides, what I said wasn't wrong. My strength has now recovered, and even if we really fight, the outcome is uncertain. Shimizu Mio can't guarantee that she can defeat him.

So, it's okay to be fierce.

Meanwhile, Susanoo felt deeply fortunate.

Fortunately, he had taken the first step... If he had spoken up to provoke Hachimata at this moment, his sister would have thought he was trying to start a war and target Asahi... Although he didn't think that way, Shimizu Mio, whose heart was set on Asahi, didn't care about such things.

Therefore, he can still lighten the mood here.

Suppressing his emotions, Susanoo flew between the two as if nothing had happened.