Tokyo Sword Saint Online Dealing

This strike is officially called "A Flash".

As its name suggests, the blade flashes past, closing the distance with the enemy in an instant to determine victory or defeat, life or death.

This move has no special effects or special attacks; it simply maximizes speed to achieve a short-distance "teleportation" effect.

Uesugi Kiyoshi was extremely fond of this move.

For him, everyone within three feet of the enemy is an enemy state.

Furthermore, this move has another advantage—it doesn't consume ghost fire or mirage energy, but it temporarily depletes Uesugi Kiyoshi's stamina, so he can't use this move frequently, but it's practically free.

The first time he used Flash as a combat move, it was remarkably effective.

Uesugi Kiyoshi tilted his head leisurely and exchanged a glance with Narumi Shingo, who was frowning.

"A swordsman of your skill should be able to sense the killing intent behind you. What, did I distract you?"

"Consider this an apology."

Narumi Shingo's lips moved slightly, and he sighed softly. He turned to look at the mangled body parts on the ground, his brows furrowing even deeper.

"Fearless against swords and blades? Reborn from death?"

"Hmm, the power on this person's sword seems somewhat familiar, is it the power to ward off evil and suppress wickedness?"

"Tch, they were pretty well-behaved before, why are there suddenly so many scheming people in Arakawa?"

Narumi Shingo was in a bad mood, but he still managed to force a stiff smile.

"Thank you very much."

"You look a bit like someone I used to know. I've been spacing out for a bit."

Uesugi Kiyoshi raised an eyebrow, asking with some concern, "Looks like someone you know? Does he look like him?"

Narumi Shingo pondered for a few seconds, then shook his head.

"No, you and he don't look alike at all."

"I don't know why I feel that way, maybe it's just my imagination. If I had to say..."

"His expression when he drew his sword was very similar."

Uesugi Kiyoshi chuckled lightly and asked meaningfully, "Ah, is that so? Then we're destined to meet."

"So, what's your friend's name? Would I have the honor of getting to know him?"

Narumi Shingo opened his mouth, his expression gradually freezing. He remained stunned for nearly half a minute before shaking his head in disbelief.

"No, I'm not sorry."

"It's probably because we haven't seen each other for so long that I forgot."

So far, the conversations between Uesugi Kiyoshi and Narumi Shingo have been polite and courteous.

Uesugi Kiyoshi narrowed his eyes slightly.

Have you forgotten?

Ah.

Is this how the dignified Lord of Arakawa is?

Uesugi Kiyoshi had a feeling that the friend Narumi Shingo mentioned must be the previous owner of the Hyakki Emaki.

The Demon King of Mount Ooe and the Demon King of Arakawa, both of them have forgotten one person's name?

interesting.

If there wasn't something fishy going on here, Uesugi Kiyoshi would never believe it.

But he didn't dwell on that question now. Instead, he asked, "Where does Narumi-kun work? If I have the time, I will definitely pay him a visit. We should have some common ground regarding swordsmanship."

Everything happened so suddenly that it was only now that Ueno Mitsuishi managed to get a word in edgewise.

He glanced at Narumi Shingo with a somewhat complicated look, and said in a gentle tone, "Uesugi-kun, Narumi-kun is from Arakawa. He is my neighbor and works as an instructor at a kendo dojo—I watched him grow up."

Ueno Mitsuishi's implication was that this person could be trusted, and that Uesugi Kiyoshi should not make things difficult for him.

Uesugi Kiyoshi understood; he hadn't originally intended to antagonize Narumi Shingo.

Not to mention that the Lord of Arakawa seems to have connections with the Hundred Demons Scroll, the enemy of my enemy is my friend. This Narumi-kun is clearly not on good terms with the Arakawa sect, at least on this matter, they are on each other's side.

"Do you work as an instructor at a kendo dojo?"

Uesugi Kiyoshi seemed to suddenly remember something, and his smile became even more fervent.

“Narumi-kun, you may not know this, but I also have a kendo dojo in Arakawa, which is almost completed.”

"But even now, I'm still all alone."

"Does Narumi-kun have any plans to switch jobs?"

"Well"

"How about I pay you double the salary they offer?"

Chapter 169 The Deep Ones

Narumi Shingo was clearly stunned for a moment.

He never expected to be poached on the spot, and now, no matter how he thinks about it, this is not the time to do such a thing.

Ueno Mitsuishi, standing next to him, also looked completely bewildered.

The most outrageous is

Narumi Shingo was actually somewhat tempted.

His current situation is not much better than that of Uesugi Kiyoya before him.

Living in a low-rent apartment, taking care of a younger sister who is also a burden, he has lost most of his former power as a human being. He is no longer the Lord of Arakawa who controls the giant waves, but has become a half-corporation slave struggling to make a living.

However, there are benefits to this.

His violent temper has been tempered by life, making him much more mellow. If he were the same person back then, he would never have wanted the gang to test him, to lure them out with such a trick.

One man, one sword, charged into the door; those who stood in his way died.

Those who steal my divine name and commit absurd acts will be punished without exception.

This is what the Lord of Arakawa should be doing.

Back then, he naturally felt there was nothing wrong with doing so, but after suffering a great loss because of his temper, he gradually changed a lot.

You shouldn't be afraid to do things, but you must consider the consequences. You can't live only for yourself or for momentary pleasure.

"This"

I am truly grateful for your kind invitation, but please give me some time to consider it.

This was an answer that did not surprise Uesugi Kiyoshi.

Although the invitation was made on a whim, Uesugi Kiyoshi suddenly feels that it's a pretty good idea.

He also needs distance and time to see what kind of personality this "Lord of Arakawa," who seems to have already taken human form, really has.

Can we remain friends, or go our separate ways?

Ueno Mitsuishi wasn't surprised that Narumi Shingo had slain the monstrous fish-man with his sword. He knew that Narumi Shingo's swordsmanship was amazing. They often sparred in their spare time and were close friends despite their age difference. Moreover, Narumi Shingo hadn't displayed any obvious supernatural power just now; it was just a skillful and swift strike.

This was not enough to surprise Ueno Mitsuishi.

As for that fish-man, he was different from ordinary ghosts and gods.

The most obvious difference is that Uesugi Kiyoshi did not absorb a single trace of mirage energy from him.

To this day, all the spirits and deities that Uesugi Kiyoshi has encountered have been imbued with some kind of mirage, as if that were a standard feature of the power of spirits and deities, and even Tosho Shinkun is no exception.

But this thing in front of me, which I don't know where it came from, is somewhat different from others.

Uesugi Kiyoshi didn't press the attack. He lightly kicked the fishman's hideous head covered in blue slime on the ground and gave Ueno Mitsuishi a wink.

Ueno Mitsuishi understood and made a phone call. Not long after, field staff from the Collectors Association, wearing white raincoats, filed in and used silver-white metal containers to collect all the body parts.

"Those gangs, were they contacted by Narumi-kun?"

"This monster escaped from a religious missionary site called the Arakawa Cult. I noticed his suspicious behavior and followed him to investigate, but it seems like he doesn't need me."

"What, Narumi-kun, do you have a grudge against this Arakawa Cult?"

"I heard that it is a religious group that worships the Lord of Arakawa. I have lived in Arakawa Ward for quite some time, and the so-called Lord of Arakawa seems to be quite popular in Arakawa Ward."

“Even Ueno-senpai occasionally sets up an altar to worship him and pray for his protection of this land—what does Narumi-kun think about this?”

Narumi Shingo always felt that Uesugi Kiyoshi was implying something, and that he knew Ueno Mitsuishi's identity.

For superhumans, the Collectors' Association is not some legendary organization. In Uesugi Kiyoshi's mind, it is probably an "official" of the Collectors' Association.

In the brief moment of close movement and the lightning-fast sword strike, he gained a clearer understanding of Uesugi Kiyoshi's strength; this was no mere showman.

He always held the strong in high regard.

“Yesterday, some missionaries came to harass me and tried to recruit my sister into the church. In order to prevent them from interfering with our normal life, I had to ask some friends to teach them a lesson.”

“I’ve seen plenty of people who use religion as a pretext to swindle money. It’s their nature to bully the weak and fear the strong. I thought that scaring them would make them behave, but I never expected something like this to happen.”

Narumi Shingo's fabricated reason had some credibility, and Uesugi Kiyoshi nodded, though it was unclear whether he believed it or not.

He changed the subject, saying meaningfully, "I understand now. Narumi-kun is truly courageous. He drew his sword without fear despite encountering such a monstrous creature. Have you seen something similar before?"

Narumi Shingo shook his head without hesitation, a slight smile curving his lips, a smile that was both cold and murderous.

"No, this is the first time I've ever seen something like this either."

"But, Uesugi-kun, are you afraid of insects and ants on the ground?"

Seeing Uesugi Kiyoshi subconsciously shake his head, Narumi Shingo continued, "Therefore, I am not afraid of a monster that I can easily cut down with a single sword strike, even if he looks a bit strange."

Uesugi Kiyoshi fell silent. After a long while, he suddenly looked up, as if he had made a decision.

“Well, I won’t beat around the bush with you anymore, Narumi-kun. I’m going to uproot the Arakawa Cult and see what kind of filth it brings out.”

"Do you have any suggestions?"

Seemingly not understanding why Uesugi Kiyoshi was asking him this question, Narumi Shingo casually shrugged.