[Ding～ Detected host has triggered the Multiverse Reward, Occupation binding is changing.]
[Occupation change complete. Current affiliated occupation: Dimensional Demon God.]
[Special occupation. Activating affiliated function: Demon God Deputy.]
Deity/Demon Deputy: Allows designation of an individual/creature as the host's deputy. The deputy can borrow certain Dimensional Demon God abilities granted by the host. Strength of these abilities depends on both the deputy's own strength and the host's upper limit. If the deputy completes class-specific quests or class-related major events, the host may receive system rewards. (*Note:* If the deputy dies, their slot will automatically be reclaimed, and the death vision will be broadcasted back.)
[Ding～ Expelled a notable supporting character from the main storyline, slightly interfered with world line progression. Reward obtained: Demon God Deputy Slot ×1, Keyword Draw Opportunity ×1, Keyword Gift Opportunity ×1.]
[Ding～ Expelled another notable supporting character from the main storyline, moderately interfered with world line progression. Reward obtained: Demon Devil Deputy Slot ×1, Related Keyword Draw Opportunity ×1, Skill Reset Opportunity ×1.]
Kei Yamanaka heard a string of system notifications and immediately focused on the mental prompts.
He found that since arriving in the Marvel world, the once-empty Occupation section was now filled with "Dimensional Demon God."
And at the bottom of the skill listings page, a new entry had appeared: "Demon God Deputy."
"Deputy… borrowing certain abilities of the Dimensional Demon God granted by me?"
Kei Yamanaka turned his gaze toward the Primordial Sovereign.
The Dimensional Demon God abilities mentioned by the system were precisely those currently wielded by the Primordial Sovereign.
From conceptual forces, down to magic, genjutsu, ninjutsu…
How much power could be unleashed depended first on how deeply he himself had mastered a given ability, and secondly on the deputy's own strength and characteristics.
Take Water Release: Great Waterfall Technique as an example.
It utilized one of the basic Five Elements—water—but barely scratched the surface of its potential, nowhere near reaching the level of rule-based concepts.
Currently, Kei could use this technique to effortlessly flood and destroy entire cities, causing water disasters more devastating than tsunamis.
But that was the limit of the Water Release: Great Waterfall Technique—not his personal limit.
But if someone like Butterfly Sanae were to use it...
Kei recalled those flowers planted in the backyard of the butterfly house.
Not that he looked down on Sanae, but the way energy was used in the Demon Slayer world was just too... shallow.
The so-called Flower Breathing primarily worked by allowing blood to absorb a large amount of oxygen in a short time, dramatically boosting physical strength while also releasing the body's self-preservation limits during power usage.
In reality, it was the sword techniques and forms themselves that truly harnessed energy.
Without having developed an internal power circulation system like chakra, yoki, or mana within her,
being able to use the Water Release: Great Waterfall Technique alone proved she was exceptionally talented!
"The power affinity isn't a match."
Kei stroked his chin thoughtfully.
People like Butterfly Sanae, whose physical strength was relatively high but whose energy reserves were limited, were in some ways better suited for the Eight Gates. Or rather, they were more inclined toward mastering swordsmanship and martial arts involving spears or staffs.
And if she also had abilities like [Four Breakdowns Per Second] or [Great-Grandma's Stick]...
She might not be able to overpower Muzan Ibi, but most demons would probably both hate and fear her.
Even decapitation required energy these days. Draining all of Butterfly Sanae's energy likely wouldn't be enough for her to perform it even once.
Hmm?
Then perhaps the borrowed Rinne Power through [Borrowing an Account to Log In] was somehow more compatible with people from the Demon Slayer world.
If you ran into Muzan Ibi, just borrow Kinokuniya's account first...
The thought tugged at the corner of Kei Yamanaka's lips as he recalled an image from his past life—a meme made by netizens showing Kinokuniya tapping Muzan on the shoulder from behind.
But still...
Sun Breathing didn't mix well with Flower Breathing, which had evolved from Water Breathing!
Seeing that Butterfly Sanae had made up her mind and was walking toward him with Miroku, Kei pushed aside the wandering thoughts in his head.
After all, he had just unlocked the "Occupation Subfunction" known as [Demon God Agent], and then Miroku went ahead and recruited another deputy for him.
Shrine maiden Onee-san for the win!
"Lord God, please allow me to become Your parishioner and serve as Your Divine Successor! I shall devote my body and soul to You, faithfully walk the path of a shrine maiden, and spread Your divine name far and wide..."
Taking a deep breath, Butterfly Sanae stepped forward as if preparing to kneel and bow deeply.
"Never mind, never mind."
Kei waved his hand, conjuring a thin barrier of yuan energy to prevent Butterfly Sanae from kneeling.
Feeling the power before her, Butterfly Sanae stopped resisting but bit her lip, momentarily unsure how to continue.
Miroku had already informed her earlier.
Lord God disliked flattery, formalities, or excessive rituals and preferred individuals with independent personalities and unshakable resolve.
But...
She wished for Lord God to grant her the strength needed to defeat the demon king and fundamentally resolve the issue of demons harming humans.
Would this still count as being strong-willed and independent?
And if she accepted the gift from Lord God, how could she ever repay Him?
Butterfly Sanae and Miroku hadn't bothered to keep their conversation private.
So when they approached, Kushina and Hikaku Uchiha had already risen from their recliners, standing aside to observe.
Neither of them knew much about shrine maidens or their customs.
Seeing the current scene unfold before them, their eyes showed confusion.
"Hmph~ Today, Butterfly Sanae, I grant you the title of [Demon God Agent]! The power of [Four Breakdowns Per Second], dual-wielding sword techniques, and the [Seed of Natural Energy]!"
Stepping out from his recliner, Kei walked to Butterfly Sanae, who was struggling to speak further.
He raised his index and middle fingers, gently pressing them against her forehead.
Seven-colored streams of light briefly flashed across the system.
The contract of [Demon God Agent] was formed.
The power of [Four Breakdowns Per Second], countless memories of sword training, and a seed allowing Butterfly Sanae to cultivate Natural Energy slowly seeped into her forehead through the contract's force.
A soft green glow enveloped Butterfly Sanae.
The immense power and memories, along with that so-called "Four Breakdowns Per Second" ability, did not send her into unconsciousness through the Demon God Agent's contract.
Instead, she absorbed them surprisingly gently.
Kushina and Hikaku Uchiha exchanged glances.
The Natural Energy Seed signified the potential to harness Natural Energy. Dual Sword Mastery probably stemmed from Kei Yamanaka's unparalleled blade skills.
What's "Four Breakdowns Per Second"?
Never heard of that before!
"She didn't even cry out in pain!"
Tsunade stood with one hand on her hip, her elegant brows furrowed so tightly they almost touched.
Every time she gained power from Kei Yamanaka before, she had screamed like a pig being slaughtered.
Was this some kind of favoritism?!
"Back then, I wasn't yet a Dimensional Demon God. The Demon God Agent is a power I obtained only after becoming a Dimensional Demon God."
Kei Yamanaka explained briefly.
Seeing Tsunade's suspicious expression, he motioned for her to step closer.
After hesitating slightly, Tsunade approached Kei, ready to hear his explanation!
At this very moment, her trust in him had plummeted to near-zero!
She had already asked thoroughly beforehand.
Kushina obtained the power to transform into a Magic Girl, Hikaku Uchiha awakened the Yin-Yang powers of Six Paths and Rinnegan, and Pakura suddenly gained Water Release skills rivaling Kekkei Genkai—none of those processes were painful at all!
But when it came to her, she didn't just get taken advantage of—she'd also endured unbearable agony!
How unfair!
Just thinking about it sent chills down her spine!
"In the name of the Dimensional Demon God, I shall rewrite your fate of always losing at gambling."
A slight smile appeared on Kei's face as he convincingly mimicked the gesture, gently tapping his two fingers against Tsunade's smooth forehead.
Privately, he issued a command to the system to reset Tsunade's [Black-Tier] Trait: Counter Gambling King.
The [Black-Tier] Trait flickered repeatedly before fading away.
In its place appeared a [Green-Tier] Trait: Gambling Proficiency, slightly boosting both her gambling skill and win rate.
Although the improvement wasn't huge, the "always loses at gambling" debuff was gone.
If she gambled normally now,
as long as she didn't face any cheaters,
a fifty-fifty chance would look just fine!
"? ? ? !!!"
Tsunade's pupils constricted in shock as she gripped Kei's arm tightly.
"How do you feel?"
"I... I seem to have become a real gambling god!"
"Onee-san, that's just wishful thinking!"
"No! Definitely not! Hahahaha! I'm going to crush everyone! Let's see who can stop me now! Hahahaha!"
"C'mon! It's obviously just wishful thinking! You're just an average person with a bit more skill..."
"Hahahaha! Enough already! I know my own strength well!"
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