Tokyo Sword Saint Online Dealing

Shaking his head, and ignoring his junior sister who had run off happily, Uesugi Kiyoshi stretched his slightly numb legs and staggered into the dojo.

His kendo dojo had closed down, and the group of scouts led by Kamiizumi Rin had been sent home by her, leaving only Narumi Shingo sitting quietly in the dojo.

He seemed to be resting with his eyes closed, and didn't turn around when he heard footsteps, but just asked a question in a low voice.

"Success?"

"Am I about to see that sword energy again, the one that wards off evil and slays demons, that terrifies even the gods, and that once withstood a million sea monsters?"

"Uesugi Kiyoshi?"

Uesugi Kiyoshi smiled slightly, walked over to Narumi Shingo's side, sat down cross-legged, and asked in return, "You don't seem worried about me?"

Narumi Shingo almost burst out laughing. He opened his eyes and looked at Uesugi Kiyoshi with some disbelief.

"The possibility that your sword heart awakening will fail is less than the possibility that I will drown in the Arakawa River."

"Stop joking. The Lord of a Hundred Demons was once a renowned swordsman of Heian-kyo."

"His heart is pure and unwavering in its pursuit of the sword."

"How could you not even be able to cross the most basic threshold?"

Uesugi Kiyoshi nodded silently and said, "You seem very certain of my identity."

Narumi Shingo shook his head and sighed, "No, I'm not certain."

"I just hope so."

"It's truly a pity that some people die."

"You are one of them."

“From the first time we met, I have been observing you, Uesugi Kiyoshi. You are him, in expression, personality, and even the aura when you hold a sword. You are exactly the same.”

"I stood shoulder to shoulder with you back then, so I won't mistake you for someone else."

Uesugi Kiyoshi chuckled a few times with his head down, and when he looked up again, his expression was extremely complicated.

"How should I put it? I feel like I'm having some hard-to-describe feelings right now."

"It feels like a lifetime ago?"

"I am just an ordinary person."

"Now, it seems they've become the [Avengers]."

"The enemy's identity is unknown, his memory is incomplete, and he's in a daze like a puppet. It's really distressing."

Upon hearing this, Narumi Shingo narrowed his eyes slightly, seemingly disagreeing with Uesugi Kiyoshi's opinion.

"I don't mind being chosen by you to confide in."

"But don't be so pessimistic, okay?"

"【Avengers】, me too?"

"As a leader, you have to bear these responsibilities."

"Those sea monsters that destroyed my desolate river, I want to tear them to pieces every moment, and even if I am reincarnated, this wish will not change."

"A person always needs a thought to sustain them in life."

"Uesugi Kiyoshi, what keeps you alive?"

Chapter 271 Lifetimes

Narumi Shingo's philosophical question made Uesugi Kiyoshi seem thoughtful.

He didn't ponder for long before smiling broadly and relaxing.

"Thank you for your comforting words, Mr. Xinwu. I'm not the kind of person who gets stuck on things easily."

"The hatred of being killed must be avenged."

"There's no point in thinking so much."

"In short, I look forward to your guidance in the future."

The two exchanged a glance, and Narumi Shingo gave a soft snort without responding.

Uesugi Kiyoshi, however, felt that he had already received a response.

Reflecting on the fact that the legacy he left behind wasn't entirely material, he glanced at his watch and asked doubtfully, "Speaking of which, Shingo, have you seen Kyoko?"

"Why is Ah-Rin back, but she hasn't come back yet?"

Without even opening his eyes, Narumi Shingo replied, "Shina and Kyoko went to buy groceries together. With Shina with her, everything will be fine."

Whenever Uesugi Kiyoshi heard the name Narumi Nobuna, he would unconsciously think of that blue-haired loli who rode on a giant goldfish ship, accompanied by Arakawa water spirits, and who remained calm and fearless in the face of gods and demons.

He really found it hard to believe that the little girl who was always competing with her brother and whose biggest hobby was playing video games was actually the successor to the Lord of Arakawa who once held up the region.

"Okay, Anzu, call me when you come back."

"I'm going to meditate for a while. Master Xinwu, you keep an eye on the door and don't get distracted."

After making a joke, Uesugi Kiyoshi sat down cross-legged and drifted into a dream.

Almost instantly, he arrived inside the Mirage Tower.

Since awakening the memories of the Lord of a Hundred Demons, he no longer needs to trek through the town of a hundred demons. He can even "teleport" within the town.

This is his territory.

The Mirage Tower has also undergone a complete transformation.

For some reason, the entire mirage was filled with traditional Japanese ornaments with an ancient charm, making it look a bit like the "appraisal room" in a Taiga drama.

The only difference is that the cushions have been replaced with tables.

Starlight still streamed through the transparent dome, and the candlelight around them remained gentle, while the statues and murals of ghosts and gods were lifelike.

Uesugi Kiyoshi didn't pay any attention to the scene; this place was exactly the same as the appraisal room in Edo in his memory.

He walked to the main seat and sat down, then reached out into the air.

A diary appeared in his hands.

"Hmm, let me see the memories you left me that haven't been opened yet."

"The Inugami Scroll, the Yingcao Scroll, and... the Blue Lantern."

I opened my diary with some anticipation.

A familiar feeling washed over me.

It's another immersive experience that feels familiar.

Uesugi Kiyoshi stood in an assessment room that bore a striking resemblance to the Mirage Tower. He looked somewhat haggard, with deep dark circles under his eyes and sunken eye sockets.

Uesugi Kiyoshi stood there and clapped his hands. Although his expression was somewhat weak, it carried a hint of joy.

As he clapped his hands, a majestic figure emerged from behind the screen.

It has a dog's head and a human body, is covered in a blue robe, and has an exceptionally strong body, making it look very majestic.

Uesugi Kiyoshi was very familiar with this.

This is "Inugami".

However, at this moment, the fierce and domineering look in Inugami's eyes was not present in the Inugami Scroll; instead, there was only a somewhat naive and ingratiating smile.

He walked over like a human, awkwardly knelt down in front of Uesugi Kiyoshi, put on a straw hat, looked up at his master through a thin veil, stuck out his tongue and panted heavily, without saying a word.

"Can't dogs change their lifestyle habits?"

"Forget it. This is not something that can be accomplished in a day."

“Achai, listen carefully. I’ve taught you swordsmanship for a month, and I’ve also had my men teach you how to survive in human society.”

"Now, the time has come."

“I consulted the son of the white fox, and he said that if a shikigami wants to completely break free from the shackles of its yokai identity, it needs to find its own name.”

"What he said was vague and unclear, but the gist of what I heard was that you were going to go out and gain experience on your own."

"Your consciousness is clear now because I am by your side. My power is stimulating your mind, preventing you from killing innocent people indiscriminately like a wild demon."

"But this is only a temporary solution."

"If you leave me, you will turn into a monster that only knows how to kill."

"From today onwards, you shall go out and travel."

"A-Chai, after you leave, you will forget me, forget Edo Castle, forget where you came from, and forget where you are going."

"All you can remember is the belief I instilled in you."

"Now, I'll tell you."

"The sword spirit I bestow upon you is [to slay evil]!"

"Cure all evil in the world and do not do unjust things."

"I am not a good person, but I never want to be a bad person. Under the command of the Lord of a Hundred Ghosts, there will be no evil demons."

"Remember this well: Slay evil!"

"And then, come back alive."

"When you find your own path, discover your own name, and understand what you want to protect, then you will remember me."

"Back then, you were the Inugami."

"is God!"

Uesugi Kiyoshi gave Shiba a few earnest words of advice, then turned away and waved.

His face was dark and indistinct, but it was clear that he was gritting his teeth, and the decision he made was not easy.

Achai looked somewhat sad. He could understand his master's words. After whimpering a few times, he knew that his master's mind was made up. He stood up slowly, bowed to Uesugi Kiyoshi, and left reluctantly, looking back every few steps.

Although Uesugi Kiyoshi didn't actually cry, his eyes were red-rimmed.

After A-Chai's footsteps faded into the distance and the door closed, Uesugi Kiyoshi seemed to have been drained of all his energy, and his body swayed a few times.