Upon hearing this, Sayanomiya Kaoru's heart skipped a beat again.
Although the worst outcome was avoided, the subsequent audience could only be described as a blatant insult.
Don't they meet in a formal council hall, but in a maid cafe where otakus go?
If this gets out, the Committee that Compiles the True History will probably be completely disgraced.
Soon, the high-ranking officials of various departments of the Tokyo branch, led by Sayanomiya Kaoru, arrived in Akihabara in the shortest time possible.
Under the stunned gazes of anime fans and tourists, a group of big shots in expensive suits, who seemed like successful individuals, lined up and marched towards the maid cafe as if they were doing the goose step.
Wow! Is this some special event?
The person leading them seems to be a woman dressed as a man. What character is she cosplaying as?
"Real-life anime?"
Tourists stopped outside the cafe, some even took out their phones to take photos and post them on social media.
If it weren't for the "closed" sign on the door, some brave individuals might have wanted to enter and take a look.
"They're quite fast, arriving in just fifteen minutes."
A calm voice sounded from the front, and then Sayanomiya Kaoru saw a black-haired young man wearing disposable plastic gloves come out of the back kitchen, with a lot of viscous liquid still stuck to them.
Behind him, three blushing beauties appeared one after another.
By the way, don't think too much about it, this was just Kaido teaching Erica and the others how to make milk tea.
"Greetings, my esteemed King."
Sayanomiya Kaoru and the administrative staff behind her made a respectful bow.
"Sending someone to monitor me isn't very respectful."
Kaido, who knew the true nature of the committee, wasn't so easily deceived.
These people were just puppets controlled by Susanoo, with no loyalty.
This... must be a misunderstanding. Kuhoutsuka Mikihiko acted on his own; we didn't know anything about his actions.
With one phrase, she directly betrayed an old man who had served the organization for many years.
To avoid implicating more people, Sayanomiya Kaoru could only resort to the great art of selling out her teammates.
However, at that moment, Sayanomiya Kaoru suddenly showed a panicked look; an invisible curse power had filled the entire room at some point, and she felt like invisible shackles were wrapped around her neck, making her unable to breathe.
In less than ten seconds, the girl who had been pretending to be civilized blushed, her trachea tensed strongly, and her face gradually turned green due to lack of fresh air.
The same thing happened to the people behind Sayanomiya Kaoru.
Just when this group of people felt like they were about to die, the pressure on their throats disappeared suddenly, and they were like drowning victims who had been rescued, constantly rubbing their necks and gasping for precious air.
Erica and Liliana's expressions were cold; for these people who dared to offend Kaido, the two girls had no mercy.
And Princess Alice was even more direct, drinking milk tea with a straw while smiling at the people lying on the floor.
As a European princess, she didn't understand at all why these committee people dared to do that.
Who gave them the courage? Susanoo?
Things had completely escaped the committee's control.
Sayanomiya Kaoru, who had just returned from the brink of death, discovered that all the excuses she had prepared on the way were useless; she could only crouch humbly on the ground, the prestige of the Tokyo branch chief and the Sayanomiya Kaoru family had long since disappeared.
In front of a God Slayer, they were nothing.
The methods of the Committee for Compiling the True History were just a few tricks, using verbal benefits to win people's hearts and gain control, and as for actual benefits, aside from sending women, there was nothing else worth mentioning.
This was an organization that wasn't willing to submit to others; perhaps it was Susanoo of Yu Shi who gave them the courage to act, but that old man himself was just a pathetic wretch who feared God Slayers so much that he hid in the Underworld.
"A bit of tracking isn't a capital offense, so a light punishment is enough, after all, I'm not a demon."
The overwhelming and immense curse power suddenly disappeared from the air, and Kaido put aside the indifferent expression on his face, revealing a frivolous smile.
"Get up quickly, are you trying to put on a show by lying on the floor?"
The onlookers who had stopped to look through the window were already dispersed by the barrier as soon as Kaido came out.
As the Committee that Compiled the True History had already lost prestige, they didn't want to be stared at like a monkey.
Overwhelming power, capricious personality; based on the current situation, it was impossible to deduce the new King's preferences or biases, but the lingering pain in her neck gave Sayanomiya Kaoru the deepest warning: if she continued to follow the plan set by Susanoo, everyone she brought would die.
In the midst of a rustling, the people lying on the floor got up at the fastest speed of their lives.
"Since that little ninja acted on his own, I don't want to pursue the matter."
Kaido sat in the chair, with his eyes slightly open and his black pupils scanning Sayanomiya Kaoru's upright figure from side to side.
Sayanomiya Kaoru was a rather standard beauty in men's clothing, not because of work, but because she herself had a preference for men's clothing.
Her short black hair was a bit disheveled, and her elegant and beautiful face still carried the blush of having narrowly escaped death.
"Thank you very much for your understanding, my King."
The girl, who had regained some of her composure, struggled to get out of her terror, her clear and resonant voice, although with an uncommon low tone for women, and her beautiful eyes shone with captivating charm.
"This attire suits you quite well."
Kaido looked at the girl's elegant figure with interest.
Although Sayanomiya Kaoru didn't reveal any excess skin, her fitted suit accentuated her proud figure, and the size of her chest really defined what it meant to be voluptuous.
"Th-thank you for your praise, my King."
Sayanomiya Kaoru had never been looked at like that by a man before; her body trembled slightly, feeling like something was about to emerge, and a sense of shame gradually arose in her heart.
But what's with women always wearing men's clothes? That completely hides their charm.
Kaido suddenly clapped and spoke with an interested tone.
From now on, you'll wear women's clothes honestly. Stop wearing those boring outfits.
"...Yes."
For someone with transvestite tendencies, wearing normal clothes was nothing less than psychological torture.
However, since this was the new King's order, no matter how uncomfortable Sayanomiya Kaoru felt, she could only accept obediently.
Moreover, the King's intentions must be considered from multiple angles.
The word "Mood" (qing diao, 'charm' or 'flavor') in the last sentence should be enclosed in a circle; it's the key point.
After calming her emotions, Sayanomiya Kaoru, realizing that her life was no longer in danger, finally remembered why she had come.
May I ask the reason for your sudden visit to Japan, my King? If you're traveling, we'll arrange the best itinerary for you.
Sayanomiya Kaoru said respectfully.
Yes, there's a reason for traveling, but there are two other main motivations that brought me to Japan. Can you guess what they are?
Kaido looked away from the girl's figure and said with a smile.
"Forgive my clumsiness, I don't dare to guess the King's thoughts."
Talking to a God Slayer almost always was a trap; Sayanomiya Kaoru had understood from a long time ago the principle that "accompanying a ruler is like accompanying a tiger", but this time she experienced it firsthand.
As a subject, unless her status could reach the level of Erica, acting like a smart fool was the most effective approach.
"One of them is for you."
—Kaido said in a joking tone.
"P-p-for this woman?"
Upon hearing this, Erica and Liliana, who had previously been carefree, couldn't help but open their eyes wide, and their gazes towards Sayanomiya Kaoru turned into scrutiny.
What's with this sudden and authoritarian conspiracy of the director? Although they couldn't control Kaido's private life, this was too casual.
And Liliana's face turned red, her small eyes constantly scanning back and forth between Kaido and Sayanomiya Kaoru; the literary knight who loved romantic and action novels instantly came up with a Mary Sue scheme that could fill millions of words.
"Oh?"
Alice narrowed her eyes; although she didn't have feelings for Kaido, this bold "love confession" stolen by a stranger still made her feel a bit uncomfortable.
Sayanomiya Kaoru's consciousness also wavered, and in the face of Kaido's declaration, the little girl's heart suddenly accelerated its beats.
—You're overthinking it. —Kaido shook his head, helpless—. I remember, Sayanomiya Kaoru, you're also a Miko, right?
"Yes."
Sayanomiya Kaoru nodded unconsciously.
—Then there's no problem. Help me gather some Miko with exceptional spiritual power; we can perform an invocation ritual after this matter is over.
"But... my King, this..."
Sayanomiya Kaoru's heart suddenly tightened, and she almost fainted when she heard Kaido's words.
"I won't allow any reason for rejection."
Kaido declared directly, and the subtle pressure made Sayanomiya Kaoru close her mouth.
"Moreover, you should already know my other purpose for coming to Japan."
Luo Hao will arrive in Japan a bit later than me. If you anger her, then don't say I didn't warn you.
"! W-what?!"
Upon hearing this news, everyone, including Sayanomiya Kaoru, immediately showed incredibly varied expressions.
Speaking of which, why is Luo Hao so obsessed with the Rinnoji Temple? Is there a special heretic god sealed there?
After Sayanomiya Kaoru left with her people, Erica looked at Kaido, who was enjoying grilled meat, and asked with doubts.
When they first heard the news that Luo Hao was coming to Japan, the expressions on the faces of the committee members were incredibly varied.
Although the arrival of two Chinese God Slayers in Japan at the same time would certainly make these Japanese people feel terrified, there was no need for such an extreme reaction.
The present is not like the past; at least God Slayers are a group of people that one can communicate with.
If Kaido had really wanted to destroy the country, he wouldn't have given a prior warning.
"Do you still not know?"
Kaido asked unconsciously.
In this world of God Slayers, what he despised the most was the representation of the Great Sage Equaling Heaven.
"I'm sorry, we once investigated the Nikko Toshogu Shrine, but because the barrier was too complex, only specific individuals could enter, so we had to give up."
The Japanese are like hoarder hamsters: anything they don't want foreigners to know, they'll hide by all means.
As for the heretic gods sealed in the Rinnoji Temple, our Council of Sages is very clear about it.
Princess Alice looked at the bewildered Erica and Liliana and began to speak with a smile.
Although she was a bit annoyed by Alice, this woman who was too familiar, Erica still had to admit the intelligence-gathering abilities of the Council of Sages.
The Rinnoji Temple is a hidden shrine within the Nikko Toshogu Shrine. The Nikko Toshogu Shrine ostensibly worships Tokugawa Ieyasu, but the true object of worship is the Dragon Slayer, the god Son Goku.
Alice adopted a slightly cute tone.
"It's Sun Wukong from Journey to the West."
"! Is that who it is?!"
The two girls exclaimed.
—Yes, that name is famous internationally —Princess Alice said with a smile—. So, do you understand why Luo Hao is so anxious to come to Japan?
The famous Great Sage Equaling Heaven has been sealed in Japan through ancient sorcery until now.
If she were Chinese, she would never allow the Monkey God to be sealed so unjustly on Japanese soil.
—No wonder you have such a bad impression of those Japanese, Kaido.
Leaving aside historical reasons, the matter of the Monkey God was indeed exasperating.
Erica nodded.
I suppose that's part of the reason. Anyway, it's getting late; it's time to rest.
There are several complicated steps to opening the Rinnoji Temple; otherwise, even if the Rinnoji Temple were to be destroyed, Sun Wukong couldn't be released.
First, the divine manifestation of the Dragon Serpent, our enemy.