Great, we're doomed now!

He looked back and saw Ruri, Chika, and Miko standing in front of three cars waiting for him. The bodyguards and drivers were already in place, and his aunt and mother-in-law had been safely put into the cars. He was all that was left to begin his triumphant escape.

"it is good."

Ye Shou did not hesitate. With his current strength, he would dare to fight against a BOSS the size of an ordinary person, even if the opponent had advanced technology. But a monster was a completely different story.

Even if he slashes with a thermal blade, leaving afterimages, it's nothing more than trimming someone's nails—does he think this is a game where he can trim feet until he dies?!

Since we can't stop it, let's just run!

Ye Shou's gaze swept over the chaotic crowd on the street. Because there were many elderly people, the evacuation was obviously not going smoothly, and the few police officers were simply not effective.

I'm willing but unable... Please stop watching.

"Meow!"

A lithe black figure landed on a van that had crashed into a streetlight. Its massive size was eye-catching, but with everyone fleeing for their lives, no one dared to stop and look.

Ye Shou and Xiao Hei exchanged a glance. The big cat squinted and saw Grandma inside through the open car door. It immediately relaxed and bowed to Ye Shou in greeting.

Are you here to protect your mother-in-law?

Ye Shou looked at the big cat, and a thought struck him.

escape?

That's simple. As long as he gets away from here in time, his life should be safe.

But this doesn't mean we can rest easy now!

What should Obik do if he abandons this town? Is he going to lose this future ally, and so far his only monster-level friend?

Secondly, the giant raccoon's target was that factory. Why was it attracted to it? Were there any dangerous items inside?

The Arcane System contains advanced technology comparable to nuclear bombs. What will happen if Tanuki gets its hands on it?

If it were a nuclear explosion... Ye Shou really wouldn't be safe!

Finally, and this is the point that Ye Shou cannot ignore:

If he can help Obik protect the village here, he'll definitely be able to form a contract with him! He'll gain the qualification to control monsters for the first time!

He's actually quite safe now. Obik isn't weak to begin with, he's evenly matched with Tanuki, and he still has a trump card up his sleeve...

If you don't even dare to face this, what will you do in the future?

Fate isn't as gentle as the Demon King, who thoughtfully arranged for the Four Heavenly Kings to level you up from weak to strong!

Ye Shou's gaze swept quickly across the chaotic crowd, especially the elderly people with white hair and terrified expressions. He remained silent for a moment.

Those few seconds of hesitation made Liuli impatient.

"After all, it's my family's factory... at least we should know what's going on."

Ye Shou glanced at Xiao Hei, then at Liu Li and the others, and suddenly smiled and waved to the maid and Qingmei.

"!"

They understood immediately.

Because that's what Ye Shou did back then on Mount Sukuna!

But this is not the same thing. That night we only faced ghosts and monsters, but this time it is a monster that is forty or fifty meters tall!

"Little Guardian—Ruri?!" Chika turned around in surprise, even anger. "Why?"

"Lord Ye Shou has made his decision!"

With sharp eyes, Liuli practically forcibly pulled her back. The pink-haired, chubby woman, who claimed to exercise regularly, was ultimately no match for the arm strength of an elite office worker and was shoved into the car.

"Please come in, Yotsuya-kun."

Liuli's tone and gaze left no room for refusal; her long tenure naturally gave her an air of authority.

"Now that the man is going into battle, don't become a burden to him!"

We can't rely on the Self-Defense Forces. The fastest and most capable reinforcements that can arrive are our own armed helicopters. This might cause trouble for the government, but we can't afford to worry about that now... Hopefully, it'll be in time!

Lord Ye Shou, I wish you great success in your military endeavors!

"..."

Finally, after exchanging a glance with Liuli, Ye Shou suddenly felt a surge of pride.

The bodyguards and drivers hesitated, but Ye Shou forcibly ordered them to leave, leaving only him and Xiao Hei at the scene.

The big cat was curious why Ye Shou didn't leave, but now that Grandma was safe, it had to protect Ye Shou, its second owner—it was its professional duty.

After all, they've already eaten Loomi (cat food)~

"Meow?!"

Um!!!

Suddenly, the big cat's hair stood on end, and its body, which had just entered the ranks of monsters, couldn't help but tremble instinctively!

What's going on? The red eyes looked at Ye Shou with utter astonishment.

This guy... he was just standing there, and you could say he was full of openings, but I had a feeling that I would be killed if I made a move!

The ghost that has lived for thousands of years is not afraid of Obik and the giant raccoon. Even if it were to fight desperately now, it would be no match for one of their fingers. But after all, its vision is there.

But Ye Shou now gives it a sense of crisis that even in its prime, it must be extra careful!

Squinting, in the overlapping vision of reality and illusion, an outline radiating a soaring sword pressure that almost pierced the eyes appeared on the boy's body, and the two gradually merged into one.

—So strong!

This is no ordinary spirit summoning technique, otherwise it couldn't be so perfectly matched... It's more like the Buddhist "summoning of three lives"!

Buddhism emphasizes cause and effect. Those with high levels of spiritual cultivation can develop supernatural powers that connect past and present lives, and the future, allowing them to borrow the power of their past or future lives!

This human boy... could he be the reincarnation of a martial god?

Little did they know, Ye Shou had already entered a very strange state!

It was no longer just about borrowing the power of Jintian Jinglong; it was even about resonating with him on a spiritual level, instantly becoming calm and serene, as if all worries and sorrows had left him.

Thank you for keeping your promise and helping me vanquish the demon.

Although I now have a new shrine, my power is far less than it was in life, and I am no match for these two yokai. You must be careful.

"Understood... I'll trouble you to lend me your power then."

【Ha ha!】

Jintian Jinglong burst into laughter, thoroughly enjoying himself.

It's not a loan to you; only you can unleash this power!

Without the courage to face powerful opponents, without the compassion to protect the weak, and without unwavering perseverance, how can human swords slay demons?

It is precisely because your will is so strong that you are able to wield my power effectively. The sharpness of a sword varies depending on the person wielding it... You have been completely transformed since your time at Mount Sukuna!

Young man, no need for further words, my sword is your sword!

Chapter 109 I've been buffed, let's go!

"No, no, no!"

"Grandma, what's that?"

"Don't look, close your eyes!"

"Who knows how to fix cars?!"

"Go find your mom, sweetie~"

...The noise surrounded him, but Ye Shou remained unmoved.

The term "crowd" is truly apt. When people are driven by fear to flee, they form this colorful, turbid current, carrying everything away in a rolling torrent.

Every piercing cry, every panicked face, steals a bit of courage from people's hearts. Since ancient times, people have been driven by the tide; very few have gone against the current.

Despite constantly brushing past people and occasionally bumping into them, Ye Shou's gaze remained fixed on the two enormous monsters in the distance.

Thermal blades, throwing weapons, sniper rifles, tactical goggles—whether directly equipped or used to confirm their location in private spaces, Ye Shou put on fighter gloves similar to Tifa's as he ran. The slightly blue-glowing metal bracelets on his wrists made a crisp, pleasant clinking sound.

—If you're going to have to deal with a giant beast, you'll have to use this!

'Should we release the hovercraft?'

Ye Shou saw a van ahead with its trunk smashed open. He narrowed his eyes and planned to use that "pocket" to take out his treasured items.

"Meow!"

Before he could make a move, a sharp whistle rang out, and the agile black shadow used the cars, streetlights, and sheds along the street as stepping stones, speeding all the way!

Ye Shou looked back and saw a strong gust of wind coming. He immediately stepped onto the fire hydrant and jumped diagonally. When he landed, he was caught by the soft yet strong feline.

Without any doubt, Ye Shou crouched down on the large cat's back, gripping its fur tightly, while softly chanting a spell—

【Falling Feather Technique】!

"Meow!"

Xiao Hei glanced back, its berry-red eyes shining brightly, and its speed immediately increased again.

From above, it looked like a black lightning bolt, speeding and weaving through the chaotic and congested streets. The big cat nimbly avoided all obstacles and encountered no hindrance along the way!

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Bang!

Obik was knocked to the ground once more, his face torn and bleeding, making him look even more hideous and ferocious. The great monster, who had previously shown little will to fight, was now truly enraged!

It sensed the movement beneath it, looked down and saw a large tree, about two meters thick, broken in half, crushing one—no, the other—a large and a small elk.

"You bastard, look what you've done!"

Sparks flew from Obik's nose as he clenched his fists and stood up again.

"Are you going to destroy this forest?"

"Don't get in my way!"

The giant raccoon covered its head and roared, the stench of which, like a gust of evil wind, shook the forest.

"Why, why did you hit me! I just wanted to walk over there!"