The Great Master of Gensokyo

It was only natural that Saigyouji Hanyu would inquire about Kamo Tadayuki's plans.

"If he wants my life, I will give it to him. I just hope your senior brother will not go astray." The half-demon side has awakened, but whether it is good or bad for humans is unknown.

This is precisely the aspect of Kamo no Tadayuki's worries.

"..." Saigyouji Yuusuke pondered for a long time, then turned to Kamo Tadashi and said, "Are you worried that my senior brother will use his status as a great Onmyoji to wreak havoc on the human world and influence the court with his yokai side?"

His concerns were pointed out by Saigyouji Hanyu.

"Indeed." This was precisely what Kamo no Tadayuki was worried about. Moreover, as the head of the Bureau of Yin and Yang, Abe no Seimei had the power to suppress the fate of the nation in this era.

The Grand Onmyoji, and the Grand Onmyoji who heads the Onmyo Bureau, can command the 'Fate Bird' that controls the fate of the Eastern Kingdom, which is a symbol of the Eastern Kingdom's national power.

Under the power of the 'Flying Bird of Fortune', even great demons dared not set foot in Heian-kyo and cause trouble.

Moreover, with the power of the 'Flying Bird of Fortune,' it is not impossible for a human to fight against a great demon.

Kamo no Tadayuki was the Yin-Yang official of the previous Yin-Yang Bureau and still controls half of the power of the 'Fate Bird'.

If something goes wrong with Abe no Seimei, Kamo no Tadayuki will not be able to hand over half of the power of the 'Fate Bird'.

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The great Onmyoji Seimei, determined to overthrow both the Yin and Yang realms, gathers demons and monsters, intending to become a true yokai, transform into a Hundred Demons Parade, and become the master of all demons and monsters.

[Within a year, defeat the Great Onmyoji Seimei and earn the title of Great Onmyoji.]

[Reward: Azure Dragon Spirit Beast]

This task is divided into stages. Completing each stage will reward you with items that strengthen your shikigami and increase your spell level.

Another mission notification sounded at that moment.

The original five-year task was reduced to one year.

"You're kidding, right?" Saigyouji Yuzuru's lips twitched, but the mission notification told him that it was no joke at all.

Five years had become one year, and Saigyouji Hanyu felt his burden of tasks suddenly become heavier.

[The host's opportunity is about to begin, so you will be able to grow rapidly in a short period of time.]

The system will do its best to assist you.

The system notification sound relieved Saigyouji Yuzuru somewhat; with this cheat code, there was no need to worry too much.

However, if he can become a Grand Onmyoji within a year, Saigyouji Hanyu might be able to seal away the Saigyou Demon.

The Saigyou Ayakashi is currently being suppressed by Saigyouji Sage, but Saigyouji Habu knows that trouble will inevitably come sooner or later.

That's when the problems truly began to surface.

"Please be safe, Master. If anything happens to you, I will definitely set foot in Heian-kyo within half a month to meet my senior brother Seimei, whom I have never met before." Saigyouji Yuusuke thought for a moment and said seriously. Although he was under a lot of pressure, he was now more motivated.

That senior brother, the pinnacle of Onmyoji, Saigyouji Habu has the confidence to surpass.

At this moment, Kamo no Tadayuki's eyes seemed somewhat dazed, as if he were seeing the scene of young Seimei learning his skills beside him again. "This temperament is just like yours, Seimei."

Saigyouji Hanyu's confident demeanor reminded him of his disciple in his youth.

"You must not take any risks," Kamo no Tadayuki cautioned. Although Saigyouji Hanyu had good intentions, Kamo no Tadayuki did not want anything to happen to him in Heian-kyo.

Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to explain it to my old friend.

"This is a protective talisman that can command my shikigami to manifest the form of Fudo Myōō. It should not be used unless you encounter thousands of Hyakki Yagyō (Night Parade of One Hundred Demons) or more than one high-level yokai, or unless your life is in danger." Kamo no Tadayuki gave Saigyouji Habu his final gift before his departure.

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③ Rebellion in Kyoto

Chapter 31 Kanako Yasaka

In the storm in Heian-kyo, Kamo no Tadayuki did not let Saigyouji Hanyu get involved in the mess.

"Father, can we let him stay at Suwa Shrine? Otherwise, we can let him stay at the Keikain family's house."

While the Kamo family was uncertain whether they could protect Saigyouji Hanyu, the Keikain family was different.

“No, he cannot set foot in Heian-kyo during this storm. Now is not the time for him to run into that senior brother.”

"Only he could stop Abe no Seimei."

Kamo no Tadashi used 'future vision' in his actions, and Abe no Seimei successfully overturned the realms of the living and the dead, while his attempt to stop him ultimately failed.

However, his disciple Saigyouji Habu will take Kamo no Tadayuki's place and prevent Abe no Seimei from going any further.

Abe no Seimei successfully executed his great spell, but still failed.

It's half a success, half a failure.

If the plan is to continue, Saigyouji Hanyu is indispensable.

"You mean..." Kamo no Yasunori was surprised. If that were the case, Saigyouji Hanyu should indeed not have set foot in Heian-kyo at this time.

Saigyouji Hanyu remained at Suwa Shrine. Only he and Midori remained at the shrine.

Midori never expected that Saigyouji Hanyu would stay. Shouldn't he have gone to Heian-kyo?

The current situation made Cui Zi feel nervous and uneasy.

"Lord Hanyu, you shouldn't stay here," Midori said hesitantly to Saigyouji Hanyu. Heian-kyo was where Saigyouji Hanyu should be.

However, Midori was genuinely happy.

Since Saigyouji Hanyu stayed by her side, it meant that Midori could keep an eye on him forever.

“My teacher doesn’t intend for me to go to Heian-kyo.” Saigyouji Hanyu shook his head, explaining the reasons to Midori. “It’s in the eye of the storm there, staying at Suwa Shrine is the best option.”

"But why are you staying here, Midori?" Saigyouji Hanyu smiled and looked at Midori's shrine, which made Midori's face turn slightly uneasy. "Um...that."

Girls don't lie, not in front of Saigyouji Hanyu.

"Naturally, it's because Lord Yuzuru wants to stay here that I'm staying here," Midori said after thinking for a moment.

Just saying it like that sounds like a confession.

Her feelings inevitably became complicated.

“You’re not the type to lie.” Saigyouji Yuzuru smiled, his all-knowing gaze making Midori a little embarrassed. She felt her cheeks flush and lowered her head.

"This shrine has two deities, right?" He raised an eyebrow slightly and said casually, "If you hadn't said anything, I would have noticed it a long time ago."

As Kamo no Tadayuki and the others left, Saigyouji Habu sensed that something was wrong with his surroundings.

The originally weak divine power seemed to have become stronger.

On Cui Zi's body, a clear divine power was clearly visible.

"I'm sorry, Lord Hanyu, I didn't mean to hide it from you." She didn't know how Saigyouji Hanyu had found out, but Midori didn't want to be disliked by him like this. "This shrine does indeed have two deities, and one of them wants me to become the shrine maiden here to worship the deity."

"I was very hesitant to agree, especially since Cui Zi's original idea was to follow Lord Yu Sheng." She was unsure whether to bring it up and was caught in a dilemma.

Midori was overjoyed that Saigyouji Hanyu was able to stay, but she hadn't been able to find a chance to speak up these past few days.

"You don't need to hide anything from me in the future." Saigyouji Yuzuru smiled faintly. "The gods in this shrine are probably not evil gods, but you haven't agreed to become a shrine maiden yet, have you?"

A priestess who is recognized by a god becomes that god's priestess and has no freedom whatsoever.

"No, I just couldn't make up my mind." She had no choice but to answer, and seeing that Saigyouji Hanyu didn't blame her for hiding it, she felt a little relieved.

"Let me meet the deity of this shrine; perhaps he can help you."

"You can become a priestess of the gods, but I hope you will not be bound by the power of the gods."

Becoming a priestess of the gods is no easy task; it requires one to dedicate one's entire being, body and soul, to the gods.

This is the thing that Cui Zi has always been unable to make up her mind about.

"Lord Hanyu, would you like to meet the deity of this shrine?" Midori was taken aback, completely unexpected that Saigyouji Hanyu would make such a request.

“That’s right, try calling her, she should respond,” Saigyouji Yuzuru said, a hint of anticipation in his eyes.

The deities of this shrine are, without a doubt, Suwako Moriya and Kanako Yasaka.

"I'll ask if that deity is willing to communicate with Lord Yuzuru."

Our shrine maiden betrayed the gods and chose to stand on Saigyouji Hanyu's side.

At this point, Midori is not actually considered Kanako's shrine maiden.

However, after gaining Kanako's approval, he acquired the ability to communicate directly with her. A weakened god isn't someone who can appear so easily.

"Wow, are you kidding me?!" Kanako Yasaka's voice sounded somewhat incredulous.

How could Saigyouji Hanyu possibly discover his existence?

When Midori approached her, Kanako Yasaka was completely stunned and woke up from her slumber.

Kanako Yasaka hesitated, wondering whether to reply to Hanyu Saigyouji. Hanyu Saigyouji didn't seem to have any ill intentions.

Besides, a weak Onmyoji wouldn't have the ability to harm her.

"My God, let me and Cui Zi help you regain your faith."

"You want Midori to become your shrine maiden, isn't that why?"

Saigyouji Hanyu's words piqued Yasaka Kanako's interest.

"You brat, how did you figure it out?" Although she didn't want to reply to Saigyouji Hanyu, Yasaka Kanako finally showed up.

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Chapter Thirty-Two: Shrines, Faith, and Deities

In terms of presence, Kanako Yasaka is absolutely second to none.

When talking, you have to intimidate people first. How could Yasaka Kanako not be anxious when the shrine maiden she had her eye on probably ran away because of Saigyouji Hanyu?

She originally didn't want to pay attention, but Saigyouji Hanyu grasped her weakness, and more importantly, discovered her existence.

Not only her, but also Suwako.

The Onmyoji who originally lived here were unaware that there were two deities in this shrine.

If those Onmyoji found out, they would probably use the power of the gods to forcibly kidnap them and make them shikigami.

In this day and age, it is no longer an era in which gods can act recklessly.

"Lord Yuzuru, the God has arrived." What appeared in their field of vision was not the physical form of Kanako Yasaka, but that did not stop Kanako Yasaka from displaying her divine power to the two of them.

"Tsk tsk." Saigyouji Yuusuke chuckled, his gaze falling on Yasaka Kanako. "I knew I was right, there really is a god in this shrine."

"How about we make a deal?" Saigyouji Yuzuru pursed his lips and said to Yasaka Kanako, completely confident that he had her figured out.

"Human, why should I agree to your deal?" Kanako Yasaka's slightly authoritative voice rang out. "Don't think that knowing a little bit of knowledge can threaten the gods."

Although somewhat weak, Yasaka Kanako is still able to use some of the power of faith.

“I didn’t mean to threaten the gods. I just wanted to make a deal with them.” Saigyouji Yuusuke shook his head. “Besides, it’s the gods who need us, not the other way around.”

"With the current abilities of the deity, what can he do to me, an Onmyoji?"

The power exerted by a weakened god is actually less than that of a weak monster.

If we're talking about the distant Age of Gods, Yasaka Kanako could probably surpass the level of a great yokai.

But now, times have changed.

"Master Yuzuru." Midori was a little nervous, worried that the two of them might have a falling out, but Saigyouji Yuzuru simply waved his hand, indicating that Midori didn't need to worry.

Everything was under Saigyouji Hanyu's control.

"I am Saigyouji Hanyu, an ordinary Onmyoji, the deity Yasaka Kanako." Saigyouji Hanyu's calm smile revealed Yasaka Kanako's true divine name, which caused a look of astonishment to appear on Yasaka Kanako's face.

"How did you know...?" The true name of a deity is something that no one but the deity himself could tell.

Even during the time of Takamagahara, Amaterasu was simply referred to as the goddess Amaterasu, and people had no idea that Amaterasu also had another real name, Kamiki.

“I not only know that the real name of the deity is Yasaka Kanako, but I also know that the name of the Suwa Daimyojin at this Suwa Shrine is Moriya Suwako.” He looked at Yasaka Kanako with a slightly amused gaze. “As an Onmyoji, one can learn many secrets of the world.”