Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Enma came with the judge to find Kousaka Kyosuke, and all of Kousaka Kyosuke's entourage were present, so it was like a small meeting.

But Kyosuke Kosaka understood very well that this conversation was likely to be closely related to the future reconstruction of the Underworld.

“I just confirmed that the Sanzu River’s water source is not completely polluted. Now, as long as powerful spiritual energy is integrated into it, there is a chance to save the Underworld.”

Having just sat down and taken a sip of the flower tea made from spider lilies, Enma slowly spoke of something important.

Kyosuke Kosaka wasn't surprised. Even though he didn't know the original plot, he could guess what would happen next based on the current situation.

"Lord Yama?!"

The judge immediately understood that Yama wanted to sacrifice himself to achieve his goal, and he panicked.

He probably never imagined that the adult he considered omnipotent could only come up with such a method...

"Isn't the Sanzu River still salvageable?" The smile on Higanbana Mei's face was still blooming, as if she had heard something happy.

Enma chuckled: "Bewitched by a wish for a dead end? You think this is salvation?"

"To indulge in the beautiful dreams of one's past life and to hold fast to one's true self in this life—that might be a very happy thing, at least for now."

"Nonsense! They disappeared in the end! They became part of your power!"

The judge was very resistant to what the other shore flower said and retorted coldly.

Kyosuke Kosaka felt that what was said was absolutely right. This woman's wicked behavior of trying to seduce people had never changed, so naturally he couldn't applaud or anything like that.

Despite her wickedness, the other shore flower was actually quite good to him, so pretending to ignore her flaws would make life better.

“Hey,” Qingji said speechlessly, looking at the spider lily, “You can fool others with what you’re saying, but don’t try to fool any of us here, because nobody will believe you.”

Qingji was too lazy to kick someone when they were down, because it was unnecessary. At the same time, she felt tired and annoyed that the other shore flower always liked to do useless things tirelessly.

Sometimes, Qingji suspects that the spider lily, which has lived for so long, has probably survived all these years by doing things like this.

It's really pitiful to think about.

"That's right, nothing can be accomplished without rules! Living like this, doing whatever you want, will one day bring you punishment!"

It was rare for the judge to agree with someone else.

At this moment, Kyosuke Kosaka couldn't help but feel some sympathy for the judge.

"My mind is in turmoil; this kind of immediate agreement with others doesn't seem like something a conventional person would do."

"Judge, at this critical juncture, you cannot afford to have any flaws in your judgment," Enma reminded him, frowning.

The judge lowered his head in shame: "I am truly useless..."

"Even though you are useless, you still have a name that I can use, and that is enough."

"Lord Yama!"

"..."

Kyosuke Kosaka silently ate his red bean cake, when he suddenly remembered that the Goddess of Fate loved this sweet.

Putting all that aside for now, how did the topic veer off course when we were discussing serious matters?

Kyosuke Kosaka couldn't help but cast a complaining glance at Higanbana. It was this woman, who always liked to stir up people's emotions, who had said such things, and that's why things turned out this way.

"Red Spider Lily, did you do this on purpose?"

Kinnara whispered something to the red spider lily.

Seeing that Enma was speaking to the judge in a rather unusual tone, Kinara couldn't help but have her suspicions, and at the same time, she began to doubt the other shore flower.

Knowing from the beginning that the Spider Lily was very clever, Kinnara naturally thought that the Spider Lily should be able to induce such a situation.

"...No, I just talk like I always do."

After a moment or two of silence, the other flower told Kinnara the truth.

The other shore flower didn't really want to talk to Kinnara, who was as innocent as a child.

After all, whether dealing with rude or elegant people, the spider lily has its own way of treating them, but when it comes to Kinnara, a woman with whom she has some connection, who is sometimes as silly as a child, she doesn't know how to treat her.

"I thought you did it on purpose, but it turns out it was an accident," Kinnara said, suddenly realizing.

"..."

The red spider lily remained silent.

What do you mean by intentional? What do you mean by accident? She was just doing her own thing and saying her own thing in a very ordinary way.

"...I still wish to fight alongside Lord Enma!"

The judge saw that Yama had turned his gaze to the spider lily again, and finally spoke his mind.

Enma gave a soft hum, not looking at the judge, but continuing to speak to the spider lily.

"Red Spider Lily, this time, use all the power of Yama-ten to guide the flow of reincarnation."

"Letting them continue to flourish is also an option; at least we should ask for their opinions."

"I have my own ideas."

"You're really going your own way." The other shore flower didn't try to persuade her a third time.

There are no more than three things.

The same principle applies to the red spider lily.

"The erosion by the 'Void' has been temporarily resolved, but if it continues to spread, the situation will be a thousand times worse than before. Therefore, I must fight with my back against the wall."

"I want to give the Sanzu River a chance to completely escape 'nothingness.' Then, my physical body will bear all the remaining power and vitality of the Sanzu River..."

Enma continued to explain all her upcoming plans.

Kousaka Kyosuke listened quietly, feeling that Enma's actions were very similar to the behavior of some creator gods in mythology.

"Lord Enma, things haven't gotten to the worst point yet. Now that the spirits have been freed from the shackles of the Sanzu River, the matter of reincarnation can proceed step by step. I will also do my part, as will Lord Ara and the others..."

Enma politely declined: "There's no need for that. Although the Sanzu River is complex and mysterious, and even I don't know many of its secrets, if we don't stop the pollution and depletion of its water source immediately, we will never find a way to revive it in the future."

"Besides, as a human, you also have your own affairs to attend to. You don't need to spend too much time in the underworld. You can leave everything to my successor, the judge."

Enma initially felt some curiosity and wariness towards Kyosuke Kousaka, a human she could never see clearly with her Enma Eyes, but now that curiosity has completely vanished.

For now, it's enough for her to know that Kyosuke Kosaka is her ally.

"After I make the sacrifice, Kyosuke should be able to stop this bonsai from running amok... I owe him another favor. Fortunately, I have already collected all the crystals I condensed from countless demons and monsters, so it is appropriate to give them to him this time."

Enma could never see Kousaka Kyosuke clearly from beginning to end, but she could see the bloodlust and ferocity deep in his soul, so she knew very well that the crystal in her hand was very suitable for Kousaka Kyosuke.

Especially since Enma happened to hear Ara mention that Kousaka Kyosuke was short of weapons, and it seemed that there was a destiny behind some of the words... Perhaps her crystallization was destined to be given to Kousaka Kyosuke.

"Everything has been decided..."

Seeing how resolute Enma was, Kousaka Kyosuke didn't insist any further.

Anyway, we'll see how things go and do our part. Regardless of whether there's a plot point involved, it's best not to sacrifice Enma, who has done a good job as the ruler of the underworld, because Kousaka Kyosuke doesn't think Enma's designated successor can handle the more complex situation in the future...

Suddenly, Kyosuke Kosaka paused, his gaze sweeping over the others.

"The Water Department is being invaded by 'Void,' I'll go deal with it. Kagura, you come with me, the rest of you stay here to continue assisting Lord Enma?"

"……Yes."

"……I see."

Kinara, Kingyo, Aohime, and the others who were not summoned were taken aback at first, but then obediently agreed.

Ultimately, they were indeed helpless against "nothingness" with their abilities, while Kagura, who had outstanding talent in Onmyodo, had some solutions. Therefore, Kyosuke Kousaka's decision was indeed correct.

"Walk."

Kyosuke Kosaka raised his hand to lead Kagura to his side, then nodded to the others and quickly left.

"Given the speed at which it should have spread, it shouldn't have been able to penetrate so quickly. It seems like it was targeted."

438. Trap/Re-emergence/The Blessing of Having Multiple Wives

Using his spatial teleportation skills skillfully, Kousaka Kyosuke quickly brought Kagura back to the manor.

The location happened to be in an area severely eroded by "nothingness".

Even before Kousaka Kyosuke had appeared, countless people were already calling out to him with respect.

"Kyosuke-sama!!"

The powerful voice echoed in Kyosuke Kousaka's ears.

That's how popular he is as the owner of the manor.

After all, this is a feudal society. As long as you don't treat your subordinates so harshly, they will generally be grateful.

Although it is somewhat cheap, that's the reality.

"Kyosuke-sama!" Su Chang, who had been actively fighting on the front lines, quickly came up behind Kousaka Kyosuke.

Kousaka Kyosuke, facing forward, merely gave a soft "hmm," his gaze fixed on the vast area swallowed by the endless darkness of "nothingness."

If you look closely with the naked eye, it is a terrifying inferno no less than the underworld.

"Su Chang, tell your sister to continue to stay at the center of the formation, and leave the rest to me."