Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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In short, after leaving the underworld, Kyosuke Kousaka set off for the remote island.

Shiranui can usually be found on remote islands.

Go look, you'll definitely find it.

It doesn't matter if you don't have it, because Kousaka Kyosuke possesses the flame of Shiranui, and you can communicate through that flame.

Just like the red flowers of the red spider lily.

Previously, he had considered using them to make medicine, but now Kyosuke Kosaka intends to collect them as special tokens of their love.

However, isn't it a bit much to compare the flames of the Shiranui with the red flowers of the Spider Lily?

A strange feeling flashed through his mind, but Kousaka Kyosuke smiled naturally at the suddenly appearing Shiranui.

"I'm here to deliver the newspaper."

"This...is too much trouble for you."

Shiranui was quite at a loss.

She hadn't expected that Kyosuke Kosaka had come to her to deliver a newspaper.

In her opinion, this was not in accordance with etiquette.

Kyosuke Kosaka had not considered this possibility.

What did he think?

It's roughly the kind of thinking like, "Let's take a look at that beautiful woman who lives alone not far from our territory and loves to dance~"

He can guarantee that he has absolutely no strange intentions.

"It's not really troublesome, it's just a side benefit, you don't need to worry about it too much," Kousaka Kyosuke said, shaking his head.

Shiranui hurriedly said, "If there's nothing else, please allow me to entertain you..."

"Okay, I'll sit for a while."

Kousaka Kyosuke said with a smile.

The two then sat on the beach of the island and chatted.

The sun is very elusive at this moment, like a thin, transparent veil that shines on you without making you feel anything.

Kyosuke Kosaka could clearly see how dazzling Shiranui's silver hair was.

Like a silent waterfall, her hair, cascading over her shoulders, resembled the Milky Way in the sky, each strand exquisite and unique.

"I made some bean sprouts and pickled vegetables. Please have a taste if you don't mind."

Shiranui then brought over two more side dishes.

Without any hesitation, Kyosuke Kosaka picked up the chopsticks that had been prepared for him and tasted the food. After finishing, he didn't comment on the taste but instead started talking about what had happened to him these past few days.

"The matter with the siren is temporarily put on hold, as they need to reorganize their forces before continuing their attack. However, they have left behind many threats..."

Kyosuke Kosaka gave a brief explanation of the situation of humans and yokai in the suburbs of Kyoto.

Since Shiranui doesn't seem to have left the island much, it would be good to tell her about the surrounding news.

"Those sea monsters slaughtered innocents for a blood sacrifice?"

Shiranui was shocked to finally learn some of the inside story.

She suddenly merged with the legend and became a monster, but she still considers herself half human and has the values ​​that ordinary humans should have.

Then, she heard the news that Suzuka Mountain had slaughtered all the human and yokai for some purpose through a blood sacrifice.

This naturally filled her with great disgust for the sirens.

Originally, she thought it was just a normal invasion, but she never expected that the sirens were doing something even more heinous than an invasion.

"I'll help too."

"Shiranui suddenly said."

Upon hearing this, Kousaka Kyosuke scratched his cheek. "Are they all this enthusiastic?"

"Then why don't you wait for help at my manor? We'll try to lure Ōtakemaru into the barrier set up by the divine artifact, the Cloud Mirror. At that time, the power of the Yasakani no Magatama he wields will be isolated, and the five formations he used for his blood sacrifice will reappear. We'll need everyone's help to stop them then."

The Cloud Mirror's function is to create a barrier, pull people inside to restrict their power, and incidentally reduce the damage to Kyoto.

Since the barrier is no different from the real world, there's no need to be too afraid of fighting.

Otherwise, if Kyoto were truly treated as a battlefield, the capital would have to be rebuilt entirely, and the manpower and resources consumed would be unimaginable.

"Okay, I'll help stop the blood sacrifice formation from operating then."

Seeing that Kousaka Kyosuke agreed so readily, Shiranui was quite pleased and responded in kind.

She had been helped by Kyosuke Kosaka and others before, and she did want to repay them, but unfortunately, she couldn't find any opportunity.

Now that the opportunity has presented itself, it's naturally my duty to take it!

"There might be some danger that day, but the probability should be low. Don't expect a lot of sea monsters to appear for you to deal with," Kousaka Kyosuke joked.

Shiranui said softly, "If it happens, I will definitely do my best."

"Then please."

Kyosuke Kosaka smiled again, his mind drifting to the upcoming schedule.

As expected, they patrolled around as before, but they had to keep an eye out for the Suzuka Mountain sirens.

But judging from the situation, it should be very difficult to detect.

Analysis suggests that the siren of Mount Suzuka is likely concealed by the power of the sacred artifact Yasakani no Magatama, making its location difficult to detect.

Yaobikuni did try divination, but she didn't get any clues.

All I can say is that the "miracle tool" is a bug.

Recalling the scene of defeating the shrine maiden Orochi with the Kusanagi sword during the New Year, Kyosuke Kousaka had to admit that this divine weapon was indeed a very useful thing.

Of course, Kyosuke Kosaka hopes he will never have to deal with these things again in his life.

Because that means trouble.

He hates trouble.

I just want to live a peaceful life, having a banquet at night and stuff.

While pondering, Kyosuke Kosaka finished eating both the bean sprouts and the sauerkraut.

Coming to his senses, he prepared to take his leave.

"Would you like to see me dance?" Shiranui asked softly.

Kousaka Kyosuke looked at Shiranui and said, "Do you want to jump now?"

Shiranui smiled slightly, her delicate eyebrows arched, and her eyes, as red as plum blossoms in the morning light, also revealed a smile.

The two pink lips beneath her small, pert nose were gently pursed, outlining a beautiful curve.

"Yes, I want to jump."

"Then dance freely, without restraint, and to your heart's content."

Kousaka Kyosuke said with a smile.

Having witnessed Shiranui's transformation firsthand in the "past" world created by the Cloud Mirror, he actually felt quite accomplished.

Watching Shiranui, who stands proudly like a plum blossom in the dead of winter, begin to enjoy barbecue, fishing, and surfing... how could he not feel a special sense of satisfaction?

Just like a life mentor, I feel incredibly moved by my own past experiences, cough cough.

Then, Shiranui took off her shoes and stepped barefoot onto the sandy beach, which reflected the sunlight and became as white as a snowfield.

The fine, soft sand, like a luxurious carpet, began to gently wrap around those little feet.

Kyosuke Kosaka's gaze was involuntarily drawn to those smooth, flawless, small, and adorable feet, as delicate as tender water chestnuts.

Her toes were like jade shoots, and her healthy, light pink nails radiated a soft luster; they were very beautiful.

"No, I came to watch the dancing!"

Kyosuke Kosaka immediately came to his senses, and the many emotions that had welled up in his heart vanished in an instant.

He looked at Shiranui, who was already dancing gracefully, with admiration.

The graceful movements of this woman create a powerful visual impact.

A semi-transparent white tulle, a full and rounded silhouette, and gentle, captivating eyes...

Kyosuke Kousaka received a particularly complex fulfillment, both physically and mentally.

"La la—"

Shiranui danced and sang a very unique tune.

Under the sunlight, her fair and smooth skin shone even brighter.

Her cheeks slowly developed a peach-like hue, and her plum-red eyes sparkled, making her incredibly charming.

Kyosuke Kousaka had completely forgotten the existence of time.