All that could be seen was a dazzling purple light that flashed by in an instant.

The next moment, the earth shook violently!

The rumbling thunder was deafening.

The entire castle tower was shaking violently; only by holding tightly to the railing could one avoid falling to the ground.

When I opened my eyes again, a valley had appeared out of nowhere.

The river was cut off in half, and the downstream flow was completely cut off.

A man in crimson armor rode at the head of the procession, with the Takeda clan's banner fluttering in the wind.

The eight hundred foot soldiers behind him began to march across the dried-up river to the other side.

The shrine maiden Tsubaki took a deep breath, turned and walked down from the castle tower without hesitation, leaving behind only a very simple sentence:

"Prepare to meet the enemy!"

No matter what, she is the strongest priestess of this era, and there is no way she would back down here!

In the other village, things were also getting busy.

The old village chief went around the village, knocking on the doors of every household, collecting the loose change.

The news that the priestess and the mage were preparing to leave for some time had already spread.

It is said that a terrifying monster has appeared in the distant land of Kai, and the two of you must go and subdue it, or the consequences will be unimaginable.

The old village chief didn't know just how powerful the monster was, nor whether it would pose a threat to the village. He only knew one thing:

The priestess has protected the village for so long and taught them about herbs. Now that she is about to embark on a long journey, it is time to repay her!

We can't expect the priestess to go out and exorcise demons, only to have to endure the elements!

In the shrine on the back mountain, Kujo Toru and Kikyo were also busy with their own things.

Although the letter only mentioned the possible traces of the demon sword Ama no Murakumo, Kujo Toru was already pretty certain of it.

So right now, he has to make arrangements for something.

"You will stay in the village."

The setting sun shone through the wooden window lattice, casting its light on Kujo Toru and Iki Hiyori.

The girl, dressed in a Kikyo shrine maiden outfit, sat properly on the tatami mat, with a wooden sheath placed between the two of them.

"Regarding the Ama-no-Murakumo (cloud-like cloud formation), Kikyo and I can handle it ourselves. It's a bit difficult for Kaede to protect the village alone; we need your help." Kujo Toru's expression was very serious as he explained his reasons for making this decision to Iki Hiyori:

"Besides, we haven't figured out why the Well of Bones can travel through time. You can stay here to do better research. You can't stay here forever."

"Ah."

Hiyori Iki nodded obediently, readily agreeing.

Unlike the heroines in light novels who knowingly follow others into dangerous situations and become a burden, she doesn't do that.

She knows her own level very well.

After several days of training, my spiritual power has increased, and my swordsmanship is barely passable. Combined with the power of my left eye, which allows me to see through gaps in foul energy, defeating a few minor demons is no problem.

But that's all.

She couldn't participate in the battles involving Ama-no-Kumara.

The best thing she could do was not to cause trouble for Lord Kujo.

"As for the scabbard..."

"Lord Kujo, please take this."

Hiyori Iki grabbed the scabbard with both hands and handed it to Toru Kujo:

"I came here specifically to deliver this. If you don't bring it, then I've come for nothing."

The girl smiled mischievously.

"it is good."

Kujo Toru didn't dwell on it too much.

As for the safety of Hiyori Iki after the scabbard is taken away, if he encounters danger, he can rely on the girl.

With her current physical condition, although she still cannot exert her full strength, it is enough to defeat ordinary monsters.

With a few words, the follow-up arrangements were finalized. Kujo Toru tucked the scabbard of the Murakumo katana into his left waist, stood up, and walked out.

Waiting for Kikyo's turn to finish.

Inside the main hall of the shrine, the shrine maiden in white robes and scarlet hakama clasped her hands together, her face remaining calm and serene even as she prepared to embark on a long journey to confront the legendary demon sword.

Before her, a cherry-pink pearl was strung together with many shell fragments and placed on the offering table.

Kaede, dressed in a light yellow kimono, stood behind Kikyo, watching her movements.

"Sister, are you taking the Shikon Jewel with you?"

"Ah."

She responded softly, opened her eyes, and respectfully held the Shikon Jewel in her hands before tucking it into her bosom.

"Your spiritual power is still too weak to purify the Shikon Jewel, so I will have to carry it with me."

Standing up, Kikyo patted Kaede's head, her expression gentler than ever before.

If she and Kujo Toru both leave.

Leaving the Shikon Jewel in the village will only be a source of disaster.

If even a slightly larger monster were to appear, Feng and the villagers would be no match for it.

Taking it away means drawing the danger away from the village.

Moreover, there is another reason.

If they truly cannot stop Ama no Kusanagi, the Shikon Jewel will be their last resort.

After spending these past few days together, she has made up her mind.

If things came to a last resort, she was willing to take a gamble and place everything on this living god.

I believe he won't become obsessed with the power of the Shikon Jewel.

"maple."

Kikyo looked into her sister's eyes.

"You must protect everyone while I'm gone."

Feng bit her lip and nodded vigorously.

"I will!"

Kikyo took the bow and arrow from the wall of the main hall, slung the quiver over her shoulder, and walked out of the main hall, where she saw Kujo Toru waiting for her.

The two exchanged a glance, confirming that the other had finished explaining, and nodded to each other.

"Let's go to Kai Province."

The sun is setting.

A deep darkness enveloped the entire mountain forest.

Several torches were lit at the entrance of the village.

The old village chief stood in the cold wind with a dozen or so villagers.

Worry was written all over everyone's face.

"Master Mage, Priestess."

The old village chief stepped forward and handed a heavy cloth bag to Kujo Toru.

"This is some dry food that the village has managed to scrape together, along with a little travel money. Please be very careful."

Kikyo accepted it without hesitation.

She knew that only in this way would the villagers feel at ease.

"Let's go back."

They nodded slightly to the villagers, and then the two of them stepped into the dark forest together.

May your military prowess be great!

The villagers' voices echoed through the night sky.

The firelight gradually faded into the distance.

In the stillness of the night, the river flows gently in the darkness, and fireflies emit a faint glow.

The moonlight was mostly blocked by the dense canopy of trees as the two quickly traversed the forest.

Suddenly, Kujo Toru stopped in his tracks.

His right hand rested on the hilt of the Divine Sword.

Kikyo also stopped at the same time, and grasped the bow with her left hand.

The branches overhead shook violently.

A red hem of clothing was faintly visible in the moonlight.

"I almost forgot about you."

Kujo Toru looked at Er Gouzi, who was perched in the tree, and chuckled, "I'm going on a long trip. How about you protect the village for me during this time?"

"Tch, human villages? I don't care."

Inuyasha leaped down from the treetop, landing lightly on all fours. He sniffed the air and quickly fixed his gaze on Kujo Toru.

He grinned, revealing sharp canine teeth:

“I can smell my father on you.”

"Don't make up stories, I'm not your father."

Kujo Tetsu's casual remark immediately darkened Er Gouzi's face.

If he weren't so weak that he couldn't beat this guy, he would have given him a good swipe.

A milky-white ball of light slowly floated out of the sword sheath and, under the gaze of the three, condensed into the phantom of the little old man.

"Hey, are you Inuyasha? The last time I saw you, you were just a baby."

"You know me?"

Inuyasha's expression froze for a moment.

The old man ignored him and instead looked at Kujo Toru, seeking his opinion:

"Could I have a word with Inuyasha-sama? It won't take long."

"Go."

Kujo Toru immediately unsheathed his sword and threw it to Inuyasha before he could react.

"Remember to return it to me when you're done chatting."

After saying that, Kujo Toru walked straight ahead with Kikyo, leaving space for Inuyasha and the sword sheath, only slowing down his own pace.

Volume 1: Chapter 176 (6K) So He Abandoned Everything

The border of Kai Province.

Originally designed for war, the mountain city has finally fulfilled its original purpose and is now completely engulfed in war.

In the darkness of night, flames soared into the sky.

The main gate of the mountain city has become a fierce battlefield.

"Nock the arrow!"

On the stone wall, a samurai general clad in heavy armor drew his katana and gave orders to his foot soldiers.

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