"I don't care whether you like it or not. According to the rules, Jirihi belongs to you now." Kaneguma's tone did not allow for disagreement.
"Can I get a replacement? I'm a dog demon, after all. No matter how you put it, shouldn't you pair me with a female dog?"
"This..." Kaneguma was momentarily choked.
He then glanced at Jirihi beside him, who seemed to give him a subtle indication with her eyes.
Kaneguma's expression became troubled, as if he made some sort of decision before declaring loudly, "Even if you want a female dog... she can be one!"
With that, he forcefully shoved Jirihi, roughly sending the white-cloaked beauty tumbling to Kamiya's feet, her chains clattering loudly.
Having done all this, Kaneguma seemed relieved, turning on his heel to leave.
The Hoshiguma-Douji who was previously chatting about life and ideals with Kamiya also packed up his sake bowl, striding towards the gate and only glancing back at Kamiya with an extremely complex expression.
