A moment later,
Although Yomi and Kagura still had flushed faces...
Their emotions had stabilized.
Blessings...
This was power bestowed by a god.
Although the process of gaining power was a bit shameful...
But...
This was the king's reward.
A blessing ordinary people couldn't even imagine had fallen into their laps.
Gritting her teeth, Kagura stepped forward.
She looked up at the handsome face.
"It seems you're ready."
A warm, large hand lifted her chin.
"Yes."
Kagura nodded, but her skin was already covered in pink.
Being touched by a boy for the first time was too shy.
But she had to hold on.
Compared to receiving the blessing, this was just the beginning.
Thinking this, Kagura saw those ruby-like eyes getting closer and closer.
"Mmnn..."
'So this was the power of the blessing... surging... into my body.'
"..."
Watching Ayato grant the blessing to Kagura, Yomi's body grew hot, even her toes curling involuntarily.
"Thank you for the blessing, my King."
Before she knew it, Kagura's cheeks were flushed red. She gently pursed her lips, a hint of spring in her eyes.
"This is what a master should do."
Ayato's expression was serious.
When it came to serious matters, he never slacked off.
Then,
He turned his head and said seriously: "Yomi, you're next."
"Th-this... this..."
"Come on, it's just granting a blessing. Others beg for it."
"I-I know."
Yomi's face immediately turned red. She said stubbornly: "I'm just not used to the power of the Devil yet."
The more she spoke, the weaker her voice became, as if lacking confidence.
"Alright, let's not waste time here."
Ayato quickly stepped forward, grabbing Yomi's wrist.
Then he gently applied some force.
Yomi lost her balance and crashed directly into Ayato's embrace.
'So close!'
'The scent... so fragrant.'
'This was Kagura's, and the king's.'
Feeling Ayato's hot body temperature, that familiar yet unfamiliar burning sensation on her skin returned.
Ayato smiled: "Relax. Receiving the blessing isn't painful."
Stroking Yomi's hair, Ayato began to move.
"Mmm..."
'So this was the power of the blessing?'
Yomi's eyes widened.
Her body, which craved power, instinctively cooperated with Ayato.
Then, a certain heat was completely ignited.
'So... so bold.'
On the other side, Kagura was already dumbfounded.
'Was Yomi-nee always like this?'
'Compared to me, it was child's play.'
Thump! Thump! Thump!
Her heart pounded violently. Kagura's face grew redder and redder, her breathing starting to intensify.
Before she knew it, time had passed.
Ayato released Yomi.
Looking at those dazed eyes, the corner of Ayato's mouth curled up.
'Very passionate.'
'Very good.'
'Another one whose appearance didn't show it.'
He silently gave his evaluation.
Feeling Ayato's body heat leave, Yomi finally came back to her senses a little.
'I... I... what had I just done?'
'What about my maidenly reserve?'
'Would the king really think I was shameless?'
'And in front of Kagura.'
'Oh my god.'
She wanted to crawl into a hole in the ground.
She fidgeted with the corner of her clothes, forcing herself to stay calm: "My King, what should we do next?"
"If possible, I hope to find the cause of the disaster in this city."
Kagura chimed in: "My King, this is also my request. The one behind this is far too cruel."
"Don't worry. He tampered with a city so close to me. This is clearly a provocation."
Ayato said coldly: "Even if you didn't ask, I wouldn't let him off."
At this point, Ayato paused slightly, then walked outside:
"Well, it seems someone has come to die."
High in the sky, a white-haired boy floated down slowly.
"It's you?"
Seeing him, Yomi's pupils contracted slightly.
She would never forget that it was this madman who always said strange things to her.
Souzaemon Mikado slowly descended, smiling faintly: "Isayama Yomi, we meet again."
"Are you the mastermind behind all this?"
"If you think so, I suppose."
"What exactly are you trying to do?"
Yomi gritted her teeth: "Is it still to target me?"
"It's no longer necessary."
Mikado shook his head: "Originally, according to the plan, you were my most suitable candidate, the best person for the Sesshouseki."
"But now, my wish can be fulfilled without you."
"What exactly do you mean?"
Yomi asked instinctively: "Killing an entire city of people, what exactly are you trying to do?"
"Nothing."
Mikado slowly spoke: "This is just to carry out that great being's orders."
"By doing his work, I can get what I want."
"And when that time comes, this world will fall into complete madness and chaos. That will be the most suitable place for me to live, hahaha..."
"Your laugh is too ugly."
Ayato frowned: "Yomi, attack."
"Yes, my King."
As the sound echoed, Yomi's figure pierced through the air.
'So fast...'
Mikado's pupils contracted sharply.
Squirt!
The sound of blood splattering rang out.
Yomi's blade had already cut into his chest. The violent impact sent him flying, crashing directly into a tall building.
"Ugh..."
Mikado spat out a large mouthful of blood, his face extremely twisted: "No, impossible. How could you have become so much stronger?"
"But it doesn't matter. I must kill you."
His eyes turned blood red, a cold and sinister aura flowing from his left eye.
The next moment,
Countless green butterflies appeared around Mikado's body.
Each fluttering butterfly showed an extremely beautiful form, but contained a terrifying and ominous aura.
"This is... the power of the Sesshouseki?"
Kagura instinctively stood in front of Ayato, showing a vigilant expression.