I became the Lord of the Eternal World in Tokyo.

This time we need to be quick; the progress bar has already jumped to over 40% in such a short time.

By the time he took a nap, Xiao Jia should have woken up long ago.

That's normal, after all, illness and suffering are just manifestations, while separation from loved ones is the true nature.

He thought to himself, "When Little Jia wakes up, I'll discuss with it which direction to strengthen..."

Respecting and listening to the child's opinion when not necessary is also an important part of cultivating a relationship.

Now, all the accumulated notifications have finally been cleared up.

Uesugi Tetsu stretched comfortably, listened to the rustling noises outside, and snuggled back into his not-so-thick blankets.

Anyway, I'm still in a state of being unable to do anything as a result.

Since that's the case, why not just continue to sleep soundly and make up for the time I missed?

With that thought, Uesugi Tetsuya closed his eyes and instantly drifted into a sweet, dreamless sleep.

……

What woke Uesugi Tetsuya again was the aroma of warm food.

"It's been so long since I've been able to sleep so peacefully..."

Uesugi Tetsuya yawned and opened his eyes to find miso soup, tofu, rice, and fish neatly arranged in front of him.

It can be said to be a classic four-piece set from Japan's Sengoku period.

However, the fish is a little different.

It wasn't one of those dry, overly salty dried fish, but rather one that had clearly been killed recently, emitting a slightly fragrant aroma.

Upon closer inspection, it was discovered that the fish bones had been carefully removed.

Not a single one was left.

Not only that, but there were two more four-piece sets next to this set – with different dishes such as kelp and white radish.

It seems they were worried that the food wouldn't suit his taste or that he wouldn't eat enough.

With such meticulous arrangement, Uesugi Tetsuya knew without even thinking who was behind it.

Beyond the food, further still, was Kaga Kiyomitsu, who had already emerged from his sword sheath to keep watch.

It was hanging on the windowsill, looking at the outside world, its drooping blade tip swaying gently in the breeze, like two little feet wobbling.

Uesugi Tetsuya plucked at a string of nerves and looked at Kaga Kiyomitsu to confirm who had come from not long ago.

Then he received an affirmative answer from the latter.

—Yes, of course!

—That woman, Xiao Jia thinks she's pretty good!

Uesugi Tetsu, who was at the tenth level of Canadian, let out a silent "hmm" in his mind.

Didn't he previously have Kaga Kiyomitsu and Imagawa Yoshimoto confront each other?

Their relationship shouldn't have been very good, so how did it suddenly change?

I wonder what kind of mind-control drug Imagawa Yoshimoto secretly gave it while I was asleep to bribe this guy...

Uesugi Tetsuya wasn't in a hurry to see Kaga Kiyomitsu's new look. Instead, he sat down in front of the three dishes, put his hands together, and said softly, "I'm starting to eat."

He picked up his chopsticks with some difficulty, picked up some food, and put it into his mouth.

Although his body is still very weak, because his Qi Sea has been constantly nourished by Qi, Uesugi Tetsuya has now regained relatively normal mobility.

Uesugi Tetsu ate very slowly, taking nearly thirty minutes to finish all three dishes without leaving a single grain of rice.

"I'm done eating."

After saying something to himself, Uesugi Tetsu waved to Kaga Kiyomitsu, who had never tired of seeing the same scenery for so long.

"Xiao Jia, come here."

So Kaga Kiyomitsu happily jumped over.

It controlled its force so well that it didn't even leave a tiny dent on the wooden floor.

buzz~

Kaga Kiyomitsu straightened up in front of Uesugi Tetsu.

"You must be bored after all this time, Kabuto." Uesugi Tetsu patted its hilt. "Why don't you go outside and relax for a while?"

Buzz?

Kaga Kiyomitsu was puzzled, not understanding why his master would ask such a silly question with an obvious answer.

Master, haven't you always been very smart?

However, it still answered.

hum.

—If I leave, who will protect you, Master?

Feeling the unthinking answer resonating in his heart, Uesugi Tetsuya was speechless.

He sat cross-legged, placed Kaga Kiyomitsu on his lap, and gently stroked its blade.

"Thank you for your hard work, Jia."

hum.

Kaga Kiyomitsu's sword didn't seem to care much; it would stay in its scabbard for one, two, three, four, five, six, or seven days without ever saying a word.

Once it calmed down, Uesugi Tetsuya looked at its new panel after it had slain the manifestation of suffering.

The quality remains the same, but there's one more effect.

【Kaga Kiyomitsu: Blade of Farewell】

[Quality: Epic+++]

Soul Points: 2188

【…】

[Effect Eight: Plague. When Kaga Kiyomitsu's Blade of Parting strikes an enemy, the more negative effects the enemy has, the more plague-related negative effects are inflicted.]

This blade has severed the eight sufferings, including separation from loved ones and the embodiment of the eight sufferings, including illness. If we consider only the present century, it can already be called a legend in this world.

After carefully examining Effect 8, Uesugi Tetsu couldn't help but tighten his grip on the hilt of the sword.

In other words, the four debuffs that originally fell on the enemy—lightning, air, blazing, and sorrow of parting—will be doubled, becoming eight debuffs.

Although the doubled debuffs are all related to the epidemic and are easy to target and remove, they are still exaggerated enough.

It's no wonder it's a special effect that fell from Ba Su.

Now that he's about to strike, how many demons can withstand it?

Demons below one star would probably be reduced to ashes by the torment of the eightfold debuff after just getting a scratch from Kaga Kiyomitsu.

The current Kaga Kiyomitsu fully deserves the title of "Demon Sword".

Uesugi Tetsu said with a sigh, "Jia, you've gotten even stronger."

Kaga Kiyomitsu, however, was unimpressed. Instead, he raised the tip of his other sword with a showy air, revealing wisps of black energy flowing through the pure, pale sorrow of parting.

As if to say,

—Isn't he handsome!

After that, it shook the hilt of the knife, as if asking for praise.

Uesugi Tetsu nodded quickly: "Beautiful, beautiful, my little Jia is the most beautiful."

Actually not.

This black aura, associated with illness and suffering, gives off an ominous feeling just by looking at it.

Uesugi Tetsu's feelings at this moment were complicated, like an old father who suddenly saw his children dressed up as punks and even ran up to them to ask, "Old Deng, do I look good in this outfit?!"

What's most ridiculous is that he had to reluctantly give a thumbs up and say, "Wow, kid, you look so stylish!"

In short, I have mixed feelings.

Let's change the subject first.

"Xiaojia."

Uesugi Tetsu flicked the blade with his finger: "Is enhancing your slashing attack or your IQ the only thing you're thinking about?"

Buzzing?

Kaga Kiyomitsu hummed in bewilderment, indicating that it was up to him to decide such matters, and that he had no say in them and did not want to.

Now, the burden was thrown back onto Uesugi Tetsuya's shoulders.

But Uesugi Tetsuya was a bit conflicted.

On one hand, the upgraded attack effect can be linked with the "Thrust Expert" skill, and clicking it will grant an increase in raw power.

On the other hand, it can make Xiao Jia smarter, with greater potential, and maybe even make it squeak a few times.

If only I had a few hundred more Soul Points...

Unfortunately, if he waits until he has fully recovered before going out to search, the sick and suffering families of the entire Sanhe Kingdom will have been almost completely wiped out.

Such as now.

[Current task completion rate: 71%]

In a day or two, that 71% will probably become 91%.

"No rush, let's think about it for a while."

Uesugi Tetsu smacked his lips twice, picked up Kaga Kiyomitsu, and sat him down at the doorway of the room, then looked up.

Alone with his sword, he stood at the entrance, silently watching the sun set and the moon rise, calmly sensing the changes in the world.

Time passes by.

After an unknown amount of time, Imagawa Yoshimoto, wearing a twelve-layered kimono, emerged from behind the bushes and roused Uesugi Tetsu from his mystical state with a single sentence.

“Che-jun…”

[Because you have comprehended the changes in heaven and earth, your proficiency in the Spirit Control Technique - Qi has increased by 300!]

Before she could finish her sentence, she immediately raised her hand to cover her mouth, swallowing the rest of her words.

Imagawa Yoshimoto stared at Uesugi Tetsuya, who was looking at her, opened her mouth, and after a long while said, "Did I interrupt you?"

"Do not."

Slightly dizzy, Uesugi Tetsu shook his head, feeling his vision blurring.

—If Imagawa Yoshimoto doesn't come soon, he'll probably lose his life right at the door.

After all, his body is still weak.

That would be a real problem.

"Feel sorry."

Imagawa Yoshimoto pursed his lips.

Once he had recovered, Uesugi Tetsu noticed beads of sweat on her forehead and asked curiously, "Lord Yoshimoto, what happened?"

"nothing."

She shook her head, went inside and took off her twelve layers of clothing one by one, folding them in a clean corner.

Before long, Imagawa Yoshimoto, who had been wrapped in layers of luxurious clothing, was left with only a relatively thin, pure white shirt.

Her chest heaved as she took several deep breaths with a sense of relief, then bent down and took something out of the pile of clothes.

Under Uesugi Tetsu's gaze, the girl produced one unknown booklet after another in her hands.

Then Imagawa Yoshimoto walked up to him with the stack of books in his arms and slammed them onto the wooden floor.

She raised her chin.

"Here you go, the breathing technique you requested, and the rest are all here."