A shadow swept past. The Snow Demon charging toward Kawasaki Aokiko was instantly decapitated, its head sent flying into the air. Blood gushed like a fountain, creating a downpour of gore!
The Snow Demon's head spun several times before landing with a THUD. It then rolled to a stop right in front of Kawasaki Aokiko.
"Ah!" Staring at the bloody, white-furred head, Kawasaki Aokiko could no longer hold back her terror and shrieked.
"What are you screaming about!" the figure who had saved her scolded with annoyance. "You're the granddaughter of that old ghost Kawasaki Yama, after all. Don't disgrace the Kawasaki family!"
The man kicked the Snow Demon's head away. Only then did Kawasaki Aokiko's screams subside as she looked up to get a clear view of him.
The man was unkempt, even slightly disheveled. A large wine gourd hung from his waist, and he reeked of alcohol. Fresh blood still dripped from the blade of the short sword in his hand.
