The Great Master of Gensokyo

"Lord Yuzuru, what happened!?"

"Hey, who is she...!"

The door to Saigyouji Hanyu's room was suddenly flung open, and Midori looked at the demon sword princess in Saigyouji Hanyu's arms with some surprise.

“Yoto-hime.” Subconsciously, Saigyouji Yuusuke took Yoto-hime’s hand and said, “Haha, it’s nothing. Maybe I made a bit too much noise to help Yoto-hime awaken.”

He chuckled dryly and said that the changed appearance of the Demon Blade Princess seemed to make her even more beautiful.

"Waaah~" Midori sobbed, not knowing what to say, feeling that her position in Saigyouji Yuusuke's heart was in jeopardy.

"That's a shrine maiden's outfit, right? Awakening is like giving your shikigami a new dress?"

Hagoromo Gitsune and Midori also entered the room. The two had been protecting Saigyouji Hanyu and Yaodao-hime as they completed their awakening, because the awakening process could not be disturbed.

"This is the spirit armor of a shikigami. Spirit armor cannot be removed and has special effects," Saigyouji Yuusuke coughed and said, afraid that the two would misunderstand him and think he was doing something to Yaodao-hime.

However, there was one thing he didn't say: if the shikigami is willing, its spirit armor can be removed.

"The awakened Demon Blade Princess is so beautiful!" Yingcao couldn't help but exclaim, which brought a smile to Demon Blade Princess's face. "Thank you, Yingcao."

With a completely new attitude awakened, her previously aloof temperament has transformed considerably, becoming more vibrant.

In the past, his cold demeanor seemed to indicate that he had seen through the affairs of the world.

Now, Saigyouji Hanyu can be said to have a powerful shikigami in his hands.

Although the system upgrade was not completed, it had achieved an awakened state, and Saigyouji Hanyu noticed the addition of a Spirit Armor System.

The shrine maiden's adornment is only one type of spirit dress; Saigyouji Hanyu can also purchase other spirit dresses for the Demon Blade Princess.

Just looking at the price of the spirit gear, which often costs thousands of achievement points, Saigyouji Yuusuke instantly felt poor.

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Chapter 87 The Old Master's Entrustment

Why buy skins if you don't have money!

Saigyouji Hanyu felt sad about this wicked pay-to-win game.

Fortunately, the Spirit Gear system allows players to obtain Spirit Gear through lotteries or quests. Saigyouji Hanyu can then gift the Spirit Gear he obtains to Yaodao-hime.

Saigyouji Hanyu no longer asks for anything. Now that he has the Divine Blade, Yaodao-hime has awakened and become even more powerful.

With the shikigami's combat power increasing, Saigyouji Hanyu had to consider how to become stronger.

He still knows too few spells.

The next day.

Ashiya Dōman, on the other hand, planned to approach Saigōji Hūshū.

“Ancestor, that boy was so disrespectful to you, why should we apologize to him?”

The Onmyoji of the Hanakain family revealed a look of resentment.

Everyone feels jealous, because Saigyouji Hanyu's talent as an Onmyoji is far superior to theirs. In Japan, the country least recognizes geniuses.

However, if a genius can rise above the weak as a strong person, then he will unconditionally kneel down.

Their feelings were particularly complex.

The Kamo clan's Onmyoji had no objections, but their feelings were quite complicated. Saigyouji Hanyu was a disciple of Kamo Tadayuki, so they had no complaints about losing to him and his group.

“You don’t understand. Although he is young, he is just one step away from becoming a Great Onmyoji.” Ashiya Dōman sighed, his praise overflowing. “There are always new generations. He is the genius of Onmyodo after Seimei. He should be said to be the only Onmyoji in the world today who has the potential to surpass the level of a Great Demon while being human.”

"If only I had his talent, and were ten or twenty years younger," the mage said, his envy genuine.

“Master Doman, I really can’t bring myself to do this.” Kamo Shin’s expression was somewhat awkward. “Besides, is it really necessary to go to such lengths? I don’t believe that we can’t deal with the Genji without him.”

The Genji clan's power was already established, and it was rumored that they had truly received divine assistance.

Saigyouji Hanyu is too young; how could he possibly help them fight the gods on his own?

"Are you questioning my calculations, Dōman?" Ashiya Dōman said calmly, causing Kamo Shin to lower his head. "Shin would never dare to do that."

Speaking of which, Kamo Shin was also a young Onmyoji in the Kamo family. At the age of twenty-something, he was naturally full of vigor and considered himself to be an outstanding person who could not be matched by anyone.

The result was incredibly discouraging…

“Everyone has their own destiny, and you can’t force it.” Ashiya Dōman shook his head and said to Kamo Shinji, “He has the power of shikigami. Onmyoji can be weak, but being weak is not a reason for an onmyoji to be weak.”

"Compared to demons or even monsters at the level of gods, human Onmyoji are indeed weak. However, the duty of Onmyoji to balance Yin and Yang allows them to draw upon external forces, the power of shikigami, and the power of all things in heaven and earth."

"To overcome the strong with the weak is the way of the Onmyoji. His abilities are no less than Seimei's; the only difference is his knowledge."

"Consider it an investment from this old man," Ashiya Dōman smiled and made his choice.

...

"Why are you here?" Hagoromo Gitsune frowned slightly when she saw Ashiya Dōman arrive. She was still somewhat resentful about what happened yesterday.

She looked at Saigyouji Hanyu, who took a step forward, while Midori looked at Ashiya Dōman with a wary expression.

"Haha, I've only come to apologize to Lord Yuzuru. On behalf of the Kakai-in and the Kamo family, I express my apologies for what happened yesterday." Ashiya Doman's words made Saigyouji Yuzuru raise an eyebrow.

"Speak plainly, don't beat around the bush, old master," Saigyouji Yuusuke said. "I came here for more than one purpose, didn't I?"

Saigyouji Hanyu's question left Ashiya Dōman momentarily taken aback.

“Alright, since that’s the case, I won’t beat around the bush.” Ashiya Dōman laughed loudly, facing Saigōji Hūshū, “I have a request for you to complete.”

“Originally, I wanted to ask your teacher for help, but now that I’ve met you in person, the Minamoto clan is powerful and uses folk priestesses as sacrifices to obtain the power of the serpent god.”

"Destroy the Minamoto clan's great altar and assist the Kakain and Kamo clans in quelling the conflict between the Abe and Minamoto clans."

The purpose is obvious.

"You only need to join the Kakaiin family or become part of the Kamo family, and do as I ask." This was Ashiya Dōman's purpose.

"Wait a minute, my Lord Yuzuru is just a minor Onmyoji, what role can he play?" Midori hurriedly said, feeling that Ashiya Doman's words were a trap.

Hagoromo Gitsune frowned slightly, clearly disliking Ashiya Dōman's attitude.

"What if I don't want to?" Saigyouji Yuu laughed in exasperation. Although he had initially intended to use the Kasakain family, Dōman was just too arrogant.

By what right does he obey Ashiya Dōman's orders?

"Besides, you overestimate me, Master. I, Yuusuke, am merely a lowly Onmyoji, unworthy of your invitation." Even Saigyouji Yuusuke would say this to his teacher.

However, out of a bond between master and disciple, Saigyouji Hanyu will help Kamo Tadayuki.

"Heh." Ashiya Dōman narrowed his eyes, having already anticipated Saigōji Hūshū's response. "You help the temple, but why?"

"I'm just a passing Onmyoji who helped the temple on the side." Saigyouji Yuusuke's expression remained unchanged. "The Minamoto clan's altar is of utmost importance. I'm just a lowly Onmyoji."

"I can teach you the shikigami fusion technique of the Keikain family. You have the ability to control powerful shikigami, and I believe you can do it."

The Kakaiin family's shikigami fusion technique calmed Saigyouji Hanyu down.

“You are Kamo no Tadayuki’s disciple, but we will not joke with your life,” Ashiya Doman continued. “In exchange, we can practice incantations and teach you the Yin-Yang arts of your two families.”

Ashiya Dōman's trust left Saigōji Hōshū speechless. Gazing at the old monk's earnest gaze, Saigōji Hōshū pondered for a moment.

"The temptation is huge."

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Chapter 88 The Unexpected Turn of Events at the Foot of the Mountain

Such a temptation would be hard for Saigyouji Hanyu to resist.

“If needed, I will do my best to help, but I don’t want my and my companions’ freedom to be restricted, so…” Saigyouji Hanyu said, which in a way meant he agreed.

After all, the shikigami fusion technique of the Keikain family is quite powerful.

If Saigyouji Hanyu had mastered the Keikain family's Shikigami Fusion Technique, then the corresponding Shikigami could be fused together, and with the combined power of the Shikigami, he would be able to unleash his full power.

Even so, Kamo no Shin was still somewhat indignant.

"That kid was so disrespectful to you, Master, even though you had already lowered your guard." Saigyouji Yuusuke, did he really distrust them that much?

“It’s alright. This just proves I wasn’t wrong about him. That kid is a smart fellow.” Ashiya Dōman shook his head and said to Kamo Shin, “He’s a bit arrogant, but that’s nothing to worry about.”

He wanted to see what Saigyouji Hanyu was capable of.

The shikigami fusion technique of the Keikain family is not something that can be easily mastered.

"That being said, if that kid really does master the Keikain family's shikigami fusion technique, then I can say that I have a successor." Ashiya Doman sighed softly. The Keikain school's Yin-Yang techniques have actually been simplified in order to make them more suitable for inheritance.

However, its power has also been weakened, from being able to fuse multiple shikigami to being able to fuse only a single exclusive shikigami.

Ashiya Michimitsu was dissatisfied, but he acquiesced to the situation.

...

"This is so unlike you, actually agreeing to his request," Hagoromo Gitsune couldn't help but ask.

Midori, who was standing to the side, nodded as well. She was very uneasy about Ashiya Dōman's promise.

"With the Demon Blade here, no one can harm my lord," the Demon Blade Princess said, her voice ethereal and captivating.

"Yingcao will also do her best to protect her master!" Yingcao said earnestly. As a shikigami belonging to Saigyouji Yuusuke, she has only one master, and Saigyouji Yuusuke is her only master.

"Don't worry, Daoman can't restrict my freedom. Besides, my plan for this trip is to put an end to this war."

If destroying the altar could end the chaos caused by the false gods, that would be wonderful.

"Speaking of which, would you like to go down the mountain for a visit?" Saigyouji Yuusuke asked, showing some interest in the world below. Having always enjoyed the temple's food, Saigyouji Yuusuke knew very little about the world below the mountain.

He was curious about the place where Minglian and Bailian lived.

“Let’s go down the mountain, good, good,” Midori said, and Hagoromo Gitsune nodded in agreement. “It’s really stuffy staying in the temple.”

The temple was much more boring than Suwa Daishinsha.

Therefore, Saigyouji Hanyu summoned the giant Oboroguruma to travel.

The sight of the dragon at the temple gate caused the monks inside to look on in astonishment.

"Monster...monster!?"

"No, that's not a monster. Monsters don't have humans above them."

"It seems to be the flying artifact of that young Onmyoji in the temple."

Under the astonished gazes of the temple monks, Saigyouji Hanyu descended the mountain in a huge oxcart.

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