The feathered serpent, wreathed in electric light, prevented the butterflies of Sanzu River from approaching, its gaping maw constantly snapping at Sanzu River.
"How troublesome."
Sanzu River felt a pang of regret.
He was just minutes away from taking down Tsuchimiya Utata, when someone suddenly appeared to disrupt his plans.
Anyone would be angry, wouldn't they?
Sanzu River could only stay in the air briefly by relying on a large number of butterflies, while the feathered serpent could fly freely, making aerial combat disadvantageous for Sanzu River.
More importantly, most of Sanzu River's power was being used to suppress the desperate Tsuchimiya Utata.
'It's time to retreat.'
Tamamo-no-Mae's voice rang out.
"But, just a little longer and I could have..."
Sanzu River was unwilling.
'There's no chance left. Look over there.'
Sanzu River looked in the direction Tamamo-no-Mae indicated.
A tall, entirely white figure with a dharma wheel on its head was rapidly approaching the battlefield.
The strongest Shikigami, Mahoraga.
'And you can't maintain this state for too long, can you?'
Tsuchimiya Utata was fighting for his life, but so was Sanzu River.
Even a Grade 1 Jujutsu Sorcerer like Tsuchimiya Utata couldn't completely resist the erosion of the sesshoseki, let alone Sanzu River.
If Tamamo-no-Mae hadn't been controlling the sesshoseki to hold back, Sanzu River would have long been eroded by it and become Tamamo-no-Mae's incarnated body.
But now was not the time; Sanzu River still had value.
Soon, just three more sesshoseki, and then I can revive in my complete form... Tamamo-no-Mae sighed inwardly.
Just as the feathered serpent's gaping maw was about to bite Sanzu River, a strong burst of foxfire erupted from Sanzu River's body.
The fierce flames burned the feathered serpent's upper body like a torch.
Severely wounded, the feathered serpent had no choice but to retreat from the battlefield.
A large number of butterflies rotated around Sanzu River. By the time Mahoraga arrived and scattered the butterflies, Sanzu River's figure had already vanished.
On the other side, the countless fire foxes attacking Tsuchimiya Utata also dispersed.
With the enemy gone, Mahoraga stood in front of Tsuchimiya Utata, its awe-inspiring body providing an unparalleled sense of security.
Eichi also withdrew his consciousness from the Shadow World.
Activating the Ten Shadows Treasure Wheel, Nue emerged from Eichi's shadow and brought Eichi to Tsuchimiya Utata's side.
Enka appeared and began to heal Tsuchimiya Utata, who had extensive burns all over his body.
"Thank you, Young Friend Eichi."
Tsuchimiya Utata's injuries healed rapidly.
"Is that the culprit behind the continuous surge of Cursed Spirits into the city recently?"
"Yes, he was also responsible for the Cursed Spirit disaster three years ago."
Tsuchimiya Utata nodded.
"Have you investigated his identity?"
"We couldn't find anything."
Tsuchimiya Utata shook his head.
"Couldn't find anything?"
Eichi was a bit surprised.
This wasn't ancient times; how could a large Family like the Tsuchimiya Family not be able to find someone?
"I had people investigate three years ago, but we truly couldn't find his identity."
"Is that so."
Eichi didn't ask any more questions.
"It's pointless to stay here any longer. I'll go support other areas. You should also go check on Kagura."
The two began to assist in other battlefields.
This Cursed Spirit incident quickly subsided.
Isayama Mei also woke up in an alley.
"What... what is this?"
Isayama Mei looked strangely at her perfectly intact body.
During the previous battle, Isayama Mei's clothes had been heavily damaged, and her fair skin was exposed to the air.
As a girl who grew up in a traditional, large Family, Isayama Mei was very unaccustomed to exposing large areas of her skin.
But at this moment, she had no mind to pay attention to her attire.
Isayama Mei's hand traced over her smooth, unblemished skin, feeling very strange.
Isayama Mei's hand finally stopped at her chest.
She could feel the immense Cursed Energy emanating from her chest.
Isayama Mei began to sense the newly emerged Cursed Energy within her body, a power far stronger than even Isayama Yomi's.
"Hahaha, so strong! With this power, I can reclaim my position as Head of the Isayama Family."
Isayama Mei was ecstatic, finally unable to suppress her loud laughter.
"The position of Head of the Family should have been mine! I am the one with the Isayama Family Bloodline! How dare that bastard picked up from outside become the Head of the Isayama Family! How dare he!"
Isayama Mei swung the naginata in her hand, smashing the surrounding debris to pieces.
Countless words she usually only dared to hide in her heart now burst out loudly. Isayama Mei had never felt so exhilarated.
She was practically high to the extreme at this moment.
"Hah, hah, hah."
After venting, Isayama Mei's mood calmed down a bit.
The naginata spun, its blade folding, and the naginata transformed into a parasol.
Using the parasol to cover her body, Isayama Mei decided to find some proper clothes first.
"Oh, it seems you're quite satisfied with your new power."
A frivolous voice appeared behind Isayama Mei.
"Who!"
Isayama Mei sharply turned around, the parasol in her hand transforming back into a naginata.
"It's you!"
Isayama Mei subconsciously wanted to flee, but then remembering that she was no longer the same as before, a surge of killing intent immediately rushed towards Sanzu River.
"Oh? Daring to resist, what an disobedient little kitten."
Sanzu River raised his hand, and Isayama Mei immediately felt a sharp pain in her chest.
"Ah!"
Isayama Mei clutched her chest and fell to the ground.
"You... you bastard..."
Isayama Mei was scared. She hadn't become the Head of the Isayama Family yet, hadn't reclaimed what should have been hers. She... didn't want to die.
"Are you willing to be obedient now, my cute little kitten?"
Sanzu River's right hand caressed Isayama Mei's long white hair.
"What exactly do you want to do!"
Isayama Mei said, humiliated.
"I will help you obtain the position of Head of the Isayama Family, and you must cooperate with me to help me get what I want. How about it?"
Sanzu River leaned into Isayama Mei's ear.
His warm breath fell on Isayama Mei's ear.
Isayama Mei subconsciously wanted to dodge, but Sanzu River's hand held her shoulder.
"I am someone who will become the Head of the Isayama Family; I will not cooperate with a Curse User."
"I won't lay a hand on the Isayama Family, you know."
The frivolous voice entered Isayama Mei's ear. Sanzu River continuously used words to dismantle Isayama Mei's psychological defenses.
"What I want is in the Tsuchimiya Family. You help me get what I want, and I help you get what you want. That's fair, isn't it?"
Sanzu River's words were like a devil's whisper, and the sesshoseki continuously stirred up the desires in Isayama Mei's heart.
"Young Miss Isayama, you wouldn't want your connection with a Curse User to be discovered, would you..."
Finally, desire, like a flood, broke through the fence of reason.
"I will help you, but only once."
Isayama Mei gritted her teeth, speaking each word distinctly.
"No problem. Oh, by the way."
Dozens of butterflies flew over, carrying a coat.
"Here, your clothes can't be worn anymore, can they?"
"Tha... thank you."
Isayama Mei put on the coat and left the alley.
"Heh heh."
After seeing Isayama Mei leave, Sanzu River couldn't help but laugh aloud.
"People, once they have a first time, there will be a second and a third time."
Sanzu River's face showed a mocking expression.
"You can no longer escape my control, little kitten."
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