A person in Tokyo becomes a demon god

Chapter 114 A mere fifty million

"Gentlemen, you have all heard his conditions."

In Tokyo, at the Prime Minister's official residence in Chiyoda, cabinet members, who had just gotten out of bed and were disheveled, gathered together, including Director Fujita, all of whom had serious expressions.

"That's fifty million! That's outrageous!"

There are a few more.

Why 50 million?
Because island nations eventually experienced a large-scale exodus.

Humans are naturally inclined to seek advantage and avoid harm. Supernatural disasters occur frequently in island nations, so those with connections are fleeing. Island nations are surrounded by seas, but their maritime transport is also highly developed. Various types of cargo ships are used to transport people, with a single ship carrying hundreds or even thousands of people, an efficiency that is astonishing.

of course,

Don't expect any comfort on this kind of 'transport ship'.

The truly wealthy flee by plane: they certainly can't take many assets with them, but they can survive.

It would be difficult for island nations to block such a large-scale exodus; the Pacific Ocean is so long, and it is called the Pacific Ocean because of its calm and tranquil nature.

Any ship can head straight for other countries; why would we need the resources to intercept it?

Unexpectedly, that person with the "exorbitant demands" needed half the population to be resurrected.

"Given Lord Seimei's strength, it's not hard to understand."

Recently, I've been cramming on all sorts of mythological knowledge, and the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology was the first to speak up.

"Resurrection will inevitably come at a high price."

In this island nation, people who die go to 'Yomihirasaka'.

That is the world after death, where the Sanzu River flows through the land, a desolate wasteland where only the red spider lily blooms: it is the place where all beings die, including the 'gods'!
Island mythology begins with the two creator gods.

Izanagi stirred the sea with the 'Ama-no-Numa Spear', causing the continent to rise and transform into an island nation: which is the island nation we know today.

Then the two gods gave birth to mountains, rivers, and many other deities. These deities then multiplied into birds, beasts, monsters, spirits, and most importantly, humans.

Izanami died during childbirth when she gave birth to 'Hinami'. She fell to Yomotsu Hirasaka. By the time Izanagi went to Yomotsu, Izanami had already been assimilated by Yomotsu and turned into a decaying and tattered form, which startled Izanagi so much that he ran away.

From then on, the two gods parted ways, one representing life and the other death, and all things in the world came to have the cycle of blooming and withering, death and decay.

"In mythology, only the resurrection of 'Ōkuninushi' was relatively easy."

The Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology continued,
“But that was done personally by the ‘High Emperor Spirit Lord’.”

The High Emperor's Spirit Lord is the incarnation of the divine realm's 'Takamagahara'. His strength is so great that it's obvious even to a fool that he is extraordinary.

In other mythological stories, there are almost no cases of resurrection; it is understandable that Abe no Seimei's "Rokugo" demanded tens of millions of souls.

"It's just a bit troublesome to operate."

The digital minister took over the conversation.

"Fifty million unless nuclear weapons are used."

With such a huge number, let alone 50 million people, even if it were 50 million pigs, it would take an unknown amount of time for the slaughterhouse to operate at full speed.

What if we put the virus into food?

The Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries proposed that

"If we delay even a little bit, the healthcare system will continue to function."

It is not a problem at all that it could cause an unprecedented pandemic.

Knock knock knock,

"Everyone,"

Hearing these guys getting increasingly indecent, Director Fujita had no choice but to tap the table.

Are you being too pessimistic?

One sentence from someone and they start discussing how to commit mass killings; even Director Fujita couldn't help but be speechless. Aren't these guys afraid of going to hell or being devoured by the vengeful spirits of the Sanzu River?
"Director, there are no outsiders here."

The Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications simply laid his cards on the table.
"We will cooperate 100% with all your work at the Metropolitan Police Department."

"But can you deal with a 'benefactor'?"

The Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications held up one finger at a time:

"And Gouchen?"

"Tai Chang, or perhaps Liu He?"

As the legends say, that 'Rokugo' was indeed the 'friendlyst' shikigami under Lord Seimei's command.

Not only did they openly inform the island nation's government of their purpose, but they also casually mentioned that the colleague who created the "Night Parade of One Hundred Demons" was named "Taisho".

Then he raised his hand and killed everyone present except for the head of the Kurahashi family—the reason being that they were too weak and had no meaning in staying in this era.

The head of the Kurahashi family was so scared he wet himself.

"I can't do it."

Faced with the Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications' pressing questioning, Director Fujita told the truth.

As the other person shrugged, giving a "you see" look, Director Fujita adjusted his non-prescription glasses.

"But 'Liuhe' does not mean that it must be an island nation."

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Regarding the director's words

The other cabinet ministers all exchanged glances.

"Please continue,"

After the Prime Minister raised his hand in greeting, Director Fujita began to speak eloquently.

“We can use ‘super injections’ as bait to attract large numbers of people from various countries to help us withstand supernatural disasters.”

Island nations have been doing this before, but now they're changing the approach.

"No need for elites, cannon fodder will suffice."

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"That is indeed a solution,"

The other cabinet ministers were all shrewd and immediately realized what was happening.

In the past, island nations only wanted elite troops, and even France needed a 'Foreign Legion' as fierce as jackals.

But if you just need cannon fodder, then it's very 'cheap'.

Various countries and regions
The concepts of money are different.

Last year's shocking attack on the Great Hall of the British Isles, in which four people caused more than 700 deaths and injuries, was paid for with over 10,000 US dollars.

That's right,

It's just a 'mere' ten thousand US dollars!

And it was only a small amount of money split among four people.

In many regions, human life is surprisingly cheap;

In the war-torn Middle East, Africa, and South America, massive numbers of people are being "artificially eliminated" every day. So:
"Instead of letting them 'waste' their lives meaninglessly, we should come to the island nation to deal with the supernatural beings—that would be a contribution to us."

"The director's suggestion makes a lot of sense."

"That's right, protecting the people is our top priority." The Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, who had just been preparing to spread the virus on a large scale, echoed this with a righteous expression.

For these top elites, population is just a number. In peacetime, people still have some sense of propriety, but in times of war, they can do whatever they want without any taboos!

For example, the infamous "One Hundred Million Deaths" plan started by killing all the children under the age of 14 in the island nation! The remaining people would then take up arms and form a beast army with no way out, launching a desperate charge.

"If that's the case,"

The Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry drew inferences from this case and offered his own suggestions.

"These cannon fodder... cough, mercenaries don't need very good equipment at all. Just give them the most basic melee weapons."

They were originally sacrificial offerings; the fact that the island nation didn't just shoot them all is already considered 'civilized'.

"That's right,"

The finance minister also realized what was happening.
"A mere fifty million people? There are plenty of non-professionals and barbarians among them!"

Non-Libya has a population of over 100 million, Indonesia is the world's third most populous country with nearly 300 million; Bharat has a terrifying population of nearly 15 billion—these countries were originally not qualified to dabble in supernatural powers, but now—

"We can let them 'contribute' some of their efforts too."

Yes, a mere fifty million.

Thinking of this, many cabinet ministers relaxed.

"Given the population and transportation capacity of this era, it's not a big deal."

Are those countries willing?

The Minister in charge of Child Policy is the only woman, and she still retains a certain naiveté.

"Heh, why wouldn't they be willing?"

"We help them deal with their bloated population and give them a super injection—without supernatural powers, they will surely be eliminated in the coming era!"

The finance minister chuckled and spat out cold, hard data.

“I think,”

"One super injection for 100,000 people is just right."

"You're too kind."

"Hahaha."

Director Fujita shook his head slightly at the jubilant words of his colleagues.

These guys are too optimistic.

First of all, whether the claim of "six harmonies" is true remains to be seen.

Secondly, what will it be like when that great Onmyoji returns?
Judging from the behavior of the 'Twelve Shikigami', the legendary 'Guardians of Heian-kyo' are probably not benevolent people.

"So,"

Standing up, Director Fujita was the first to prepare to leave.

"I'll go back to the Metropolitan Police Department first."

"That Lord 'Liuhe' is probably up to no good yet."

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Setagaya Ward,

"Brother Lu, what were you talking about with Guangzi just now?"

The Tokugawa family's dinner party had ended, and on the way back to Itabashi Ward, Inoue Kaori casually inquired.

"Let's talk about you,"

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"Could it be something embarrassing about me?"

The girl was startled, and the cars moving along the road lurched.

"No,"

"Tokugawa-kun has a very high opinion of you."

It's not just high; in Qiuyue Lu's view, it can be completely categorized as worship.

Is the Lucky Fruit really that powerful?
"Kaori, you sinful woman~~"

"Hey?"

On their way home, Qiu Yuelu suddenly had a thought and focused her attention on a certain 'subordinate'.

Having learned from his previous experience with 'Cinderella', he was now skilled at creating "human figures": 'Liuhe' was one of his subordinates.

The power and mission bestowed upon her is to 'transform' this world.

To withstand the immense strain of supernatural existence.
Even future 'sea kings' will need more food sources.

If Qiuyuelu were to release 'Sea Kings' into the ocean now, they would have no chance but to starve to death; the ocean may seem vast, covering 71% of the planet, but its food production rate is shockingly low, and even blue whales need to migrate in search of food.

For sea kings that can easily reach depths of hundreds or even thousands of meters, food is a major problem.

Oda doesn't need to consider these issues, but Ritsu Akizuki definitely can't.

You can't just create a sea monster and let it starve to death.

Therefore, a huge number of plants are necessary.

only--

Attention was focused on 'Liuhe'.
Qiuyue Ritsu couldn't help but rub his temples.

Although he wrote the 'setting', this 'subordinate' is too proactive, isn't he?

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Takatsuki City,

"Okay, let's choose this place as the experimental site."

The little girl 'Liuhe' floating in the sky looked down at the city below. Although she could start anywhere, this place was definitely the most 'familiar'.

Located between Kyoto and Osaka, this city is one of the three major metropolitan areas of the island nation. Skyscrapers have spread from Kyoto to Takatsuki, then to Takino, Suita, and finally to Osaka.

The city stretches for fifty kilometers.

Humanity has completely rewritten nature, with reinforced concrete buildings spreading across the land.

That's why people in the city are so enthusiastic about climbing mountains and swimming in rivers, and traveling around: because for most people, the gray and white cement ground is the most familiar scenery.

"Take root, sprout, grow, and then—"

As the little girl in the sky spreads her arms, a continuous roar echoes from the city below!
That was the sound of countless plants growing, spreading, and climbing.

In her memory, in someone's 'memory', a thousand years ago the whole land was a green world.

Not these low-lying plants, but the taller and larger ones:
"Back to a thousand years ago!"

Abundant fruit
launch!

(End of this chapter)