Chapter 54: Day 5 of Inazuma's Surroundings
Mulou Tea House actually has employees.
Her job was to stop strangers at the door and remind them that only those who had made an appointment in advance could enter the tea room. However, when Shui Qingli arrived, it was late at night and the employees also needed to rest, so he was able to get in smoothly.
"Well... I really didn't sleep that day, and I don't know how he got in."
Although Zaoyou is still young, she is already one of the best ninjas in the final series. She has the Wind God's Eye to ensure her mobility, and she is also good at camouflage. Therefore, she is often assigned some covert tasks, such as secret investigation and tracking, or stalking.
Zaoyou lowered her head dejectedly. She clearly didn't notice anything at that time, only some damp smell, but it was normal to be cold and damp at night, so she didn't take it to heart.
How could I have known that such a thing would happen?
"I'm not blaming you, Zaoyou."
It was a rare occasion for Kamisato Ayato to ask about this matter in person. Logically, it should have been left to Nana Kanoen to ask Hayato, but he was curious for once.
Unfortunately, it seems that there is nothing to be learned from Zaoyou.
"Although there was a little mistake, fortunately that gentleman is not a bad person. You can go back first. If you are needed for help in the future, you must do your best."
"Are you really not going to hold me accountable?"
Zaoyou immediately looked over with tears in her eyes.
Great, I thought I was going to be punished. o(╥﹏╥)o
After the girl left, Kamisato Ayato sat quietly, quickly organizing all the currently known information in her mind.
There seemed to be some movement at Narukami Taisha Shrine, but unfortunately he had no way of finding out the true intentions of the chief priest, nor did he plan to send out the final mission - he could only wait and see.
Kujo Sara has gone to the front line... The traveler should have reached Tadashi Sand, otherwise Kujo Sara, who always obeys the orders of the general, would not be so active.
I heard that the present-day divine priestess from Kaigi Island hasn't appeared for a long time. This doesn't fit the mindset of a [Military Advisor], unless... yes, she is hiding her abilities, or has found new reinforcements.
In addition, the traveler’s strength should not be underestimated since he was able to escape from the General. It seems that Kujo Sara is going to suffer a defeat this time.
But she probably wasn't aware of what Kujo Takayuki had done. After all, some of them could be considered a betrayal of the Shogun. Otherwise, given her loyalty to God, she wouldn't be so indifferent.
That would be easy.
He raised the corners of his lips slightly.
Perhaps... Lord Palace Administrator would also be very interested in the crime of Kujo Takayuki who betrayed the Shogun, and it would not be a bad idea to lend Zayou to her later.
On the battlefield, Kong meets his old friend who brought him to Inazuma.
After Coral Palace Xinhai led the ambush troops to temporarily repel the shogunate soldiers led by Kujo Gara, the rebels finally won an inspiring victory, which also played a great role in boosting morale.
He wondered why both Hokuto and Manye were still here.
"Hahaha, what do you think? Are you surprised?"
Beidou laughed. Although she was a captain, she was actually a businessman and a mercenary. She would naturally be willing to help as long as she was paid. What's more, this military advisor was indeed an interesting person.
"I didn't expect that we would meet again in Ta'ersha after we sent you to the outlying island."
"But no matter where you are, you are my old friend and that will not change. If you need any help, I will definitely lend you a helping hand."
Beidou said, giving a thumbs up.
"I heard that you went head-to-head with General Thunder? That's great, you had a big game, you're really worthy of it!"
"Forehead……"
Black lines appeared on the back of Kong and Paimon's heads. Being nearly killed by a sword... this is not considered playing, right?
"We saw your bounty on the way here."
Kong looked at Wan Ye, who smiled at him, as if he saw the red leaves blown down by the wind all over the mountains and forests, filling the ground with fragrance.
"But I guess you won't be caught that easily."
"Have you seen General Raiden? Is she still as oppressive as before?"
"[That knife]... is it really unattainable?"
He said with regret, and when he thought of his good friend who died for this, there was a hint of nostalgia in his red eyes.
Thinking of that extremely oppressive god, Sora's eyes flickered.
If it was in the past when he was at his peak, there might be a chance, but now... it is better not to tell Wan Ye this easily, let him keep his imagination of [Wuxiang's Sword], at least he will not give up the last glimmer of hope in his heart.
Although the shogunate army was temporarily repelled, the Southern Cross Fleet would not stay in Inazuma forever - they should go to Umijima first and see what Coral Palace Xinhai's plan is.
Narukami Island, Inazuma Castle.
Shui Qingli was a little bored.
Although the snacks and tea at Mulou Tea House are very good, and there is a warm-hearted man like Thomas who has a very high EQ to accompany you, it is still boring to look at the same scenery every day.
"The ban in Inazuma Castle has been lifted, so it should be okay for me to go out for a walk now, right?"
he asked over his shoulder.
Thomas is a person who cannot sit still. When he has nothing to do in Kamisato-yashiki, he usually does housework or goes out to feed those cute little animals. Although he cannot leave the Mokulou Teahouse now, he can still find a lot of things he wants to do.
For example, I am now helping Taromaru comb his hair.
The big dog's hair is lush and smooth, thanks to Thomas's daily care.
"Most of the shogunate troops under the Tenryo Bugyo have already followed Kujo Gara to the front line, and the main forces of the Kande Bugyo are on the outlying islands. If you go out now, there will really be no problem."
Thomas rubbed Taromaru's head. When he was with small animals, it was always the most relaxing moment for him.
"Your appearance and name are not on the wanted list. As long as you don't rashly argue or fight with others, you should be fine."
Unlike him, he was already on the Eye Hunting Order's list, so even if he wanted to go out he couldn't and could only stay in the Mulou Teahouse.
"That's just right."
Shui Qingli was waiting for him to say this, and the next moment he had already opened the door and half stepped out.
"Then I'm going out for a walk."
Thomas stretched his head out and took a look blankly, then looked at Taroumaru who was half-squatting beside him.
"...He was so fast that I didn't have time to react at all."
If he had been so fast, he would not have been caught by those soldiers.
Perhaps sensing his melancholy, the dog came over and rubbed against him enthusiastically, bringing a smile to the housekeeper's face.
"Haha... stop it, Taromaru, it's a little itchy. I'm going to prepare dinner--"
It’s strange, but the young lady and the master of the house have been very active in coming to the Mulou Teahouse recently... Are they afraid that he will be lonely so they want to comfort him?
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I'm dying of laughter. Why does it feel so natural to change Jiujo Sara to Jiujo Gara? Fortunately, I saw the comments and changed them. Hahaha