NCCnovel Chapter 388 The Heroic Faction's Invitation
Chapter 388 The Heroic Faction's Invitation
Kyoto Prefecture, Yasaka Shrine.
A place with a legendary town of monsters and a nine-tailed fox.
However, Yasaka Shrine was quite lively today.
The crowds were bustling, with people dressed in traditional clothing moving about, and laughter echoing in every corner of the shrine.
This is the Gion Matsuri, an annual festival held by the shrine.
It has the core meaning of praying for the elimination of plague.
It has now evolved into a traditional festival celebration.
The area around the shrine is filled with a variety of stalls, selling exquisite handicrafts, offering local snacks, and performing traditional crafts.
People dressed in traditional kimonos, their faces beaming with joy, strolled among the various stalls.
However, most people gathered around Yasaka Shrine.
They were waiting, waiting for the most important person in this festival.
Just then, a melodious flute tune drifted from the shrine, and the crowd automatically parted to make way for the gate, looking at it with the same anticipation.
The door slowly opened.
A magnificent procession of mountain chariots slowly drove out.
The mountain boat is exquisitely crafted and decorated with various brightly colored fabrics, wood carvings, and metal ornaments, shimmering brilliantly in the sunlight.
The entire mountain was carried by a group of people dressed in traditional clothing, wearing tengu masks, moving in unison, with solemn expressions.
Four girls wearing white fox masks knelt at the four corners of the carriage, while a tall, blonde adult woman sat in the center.
The crowd gasped as she appeared.
"It's Yasaka-sama!"
"Yasaka-sama!"
"Yasaka-sama!"
That's right, she is none other than Yasaka, the nine-tailed fox, the Great General of the Yokai of Kyoto and the Great General of the Eastern Yokai World in Japan.
She is also a goddess of Yasaka Shrine.
Yasaka sat lazily on the mountain saddle, slightly raising her eyes to scan the cheering crowd, a faint smile playing on her lips.
This drew cheers from the crowd.
Just then, a mischievous little fox darted out from the crowd and headed straight for Yamaho.
It is small in size and cute in appearance, but it has a reckless spirit.
The guards did not stop them.
Soon, the little fox hopped and skipped to Yasaka's side.
"A bold little fellow."
Yasaka looked at the little fox, a hint of tenderness flashing in his eyes, and reached out to gently stroke its head.
The little fox squinted its eyes comfortably and let out a few cheerful cries.
The crowd found this scene even more amusing, cheering even louder, and becoming even more convinced that the festival would bring good luck.
With the entire Yamaho team arriving.
Next, the procession of the Yamahoko (mountain fire) began!
The procession of Yamahoko (mountain boats) moved slowly forward, and wherever they went, people made way for them, their eyes filled with awe and joy.
in the crowd.
Several people kept their eyes fixed on Yasaka above Yamahoko.
A blonde girl stood behind the blue-haired man, holding some food in her hand: "Boss, should we make our move now?"
The blue-haired man smiled. "No need, now is not the time."
That's right, these are Joan of Arc and Cao Cao, both heroes.
The two were just there for a stroll and to see what everyone else was looking for.
Jeanne did not ask any further questions upon hearing this, after all, if her boss said he would control Yasaka, he would definitely be able to.
I'll put in more effort then.
Moreover, everyone wanted to see the true face of the Crimson Dragon God Emperor.
Cao Cao looked at Yasaka, a slight smile playing on his lips.
General Yasaka, enjoy your last moments.
As for why we don't take action now?
Please, I just want to challenge the strong, not become a terrorist.
"Joan of Arc is gone."
"Hey!? Boss, wanna play a bit?"
"Go ahead and play if you want. I'm going back to prepare now, so don't be late."
"Alright, let's get down to business first."
"Yes, Georg."
As Cao Cao called out Geork's name, a mist rose around them.
With a gust of wind.
The two then disappeared from the spot.
The surrounding crowd seemed oblivious to their disappearance.
As time went by, evening soon arrived.
The sky was filled with golden light; what a beautiful twilight night.
The Gion Festival had now completely ended.
Yamahoko's procession was slowly making its way towards Yasaka Shrine, with guards wearing tengu masks following closely behind.
Maids wearing fox masks are preparing snacks for Yasaka.
As for Yasaka.
She was leaning lazily against the mountain hut, since it was windy outside.
At that moment, the curtain was drawn back, and a masked maid came in carrying a plate of fried tofu and some tea.
The maidservant said respectfully, "Lord Yasaka, please have some to fill your stomach first."
Yasaka stretched and sat up, saying, "Thank you for your hard work. Here, put it."
The maid put the things down and then left.
Looking at the fried tofu on the table, Yasaka couldn't wait and picked up a piece with his hand and put it directly into his mouth.
hmm~
This is the question.
This tastes good.
Sure enough, you can never get tired of eating fried tofu.
As I enjoyed the delicious fried tofu in Yasaka, fog began to roll in.
"It's getting foggy?"
The guards in Yasaka hesitated for a moment as they looked at the mist.
As time went on, the fog grew thicker and thicker.
The guards, realizing something was wrong, instinctively prepared for battle.
Yasaka, who was happily eating, frowned slightly as she keenly noticed something amiss. She licked the oil off her fingers and then got up and left.
"Yasaka-sama."
Upon seeing Yasaka emerge, the guards offered a simple salute.
Yasaka nodded, then looked at the surrounding mist, her expression becoming very serious.
"Welcome, General Yasaka."
As soon as the sound was heard, the caravan stopped, and the guards and maids prepared for battle.
Yasaka's eyes narrowed, and he looked in the direction of the sound.
As the billowing mist slowly dissipated, figures gradually emerged from it.
The leader was none other than Cao Cao.
He was followed by Joan of Arc, Georg, and other members of the Heroic Faction.
Cao Cao casually draped one hand behind his back, while lightly gripping the divine weapon—"The Holy Lance of Twilight"—in the other.
Yasaka looked at Cao Cao, or rather, at the "Holy Lance of Twilight" that Cao Cao held in his hand, and a sense of apprehension rose in his heart.
After all, the aura emanating from that spear was somewhat eerie.
Yasaka looked at Cao Cao warily and said, "Who are you? What do you want with me, having led me here?"
In response to Yasaka's question, Cao Cao chuckled and then introduced himself: "I am Cao Cao, a direct descendant of Cao Cao, the Emperor Wu of Wei during the Three Kingdoms period, and the leader of the Heroic School."
Upon hearing this, Yasaka's expression turned serious.
She had long heard of the Heroic Faction; it was a powerful organization whose members were basically people who inherited the names of famous historical figures.
Looking at the serious-looking Yasaka, Cao Cao continued, "Lord Yasaka, I have long admired your name. I brought you here because I have a favor to ask of you, and I hope you can help me."
"To help?"
Yasaka looked around, then looked at Cao Cao and said, "Lord Cao Cao, this is not the way to ask for help."
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(Watching anime again, watching anime again.)
(Let's complete the Demon Kyoto route first.)