I became the Lord of the Eternal World in Tokyo.

Whether foot soldiers or samurai, they must have suffered considerable losses in such a highly efficient extermination effort, which was almost reckless in its pursuit of victory.

Moreover, the bodies of sick relatives are covered in viruses that need to be disposed of, leaving no usable parts. They are not like people who can obtain soul ash or soul points by killing demons.

This wave was a devastating blow to Imagawa Yoshimoto, a complete disaster.

Thanks to him, the Imagawa clan was able to advance instead of retreat.

First, Imagawa Yoshimoto purged the elders in his household and took all the power into his own hands.

—He then used swift and decisive measures to subdue the local powerful clans in the Mikawa region, who were originally restless but now powerless to resist, and gained some of their loyalty as a result of this incident.

Most importantly, Imagawa Yoshimoto learned of the coming of the revival of heaven and earth a week in advance, and had already obtained a basic Yin-Yang technique that could absorb spiritual energy.

At this time, the other daimyo were probably still wondering about the subtle changes around them.

In the tide of the new era, one step ahead leads to continuous progress.

By the time the other daimyo figure out what happened, the Imagawa clan will probably have produced quite a few promising Onmyoji (yin-yang masters).

"Um... Lord Che? Lord Che?"

His name was called several times before Kaga Kiyomitsu finally pulled Uesugi Tetsu out of his reverie.

Uesugi Tetsu turned his head and saw that it was the same samurai as before: "Is there anything else?"

The samurai bowed his head and said, "My lord also said that you should go to Yoshida Castle today."

Uesugi Tetsu slapped his forehead after hearing this.

Oh, I almost forgot about that.

Yesterday morning, Imagawa Yoshimoto said that she needed to return to Yoshida Castle to discuss some matters with the Matsudaira family, and that he should come before the world was restored.

"I understand. Is there anything else?"

The samurai shook his head: "No more, sir."

Uesugi Tetsu waved his hand: "Then you may leave. I will call someone else if needed."

The samurai bowed and retreated, disappearing from Uesugi Tetsu's sight without saying a word.

Once the other party had completely left, Uesugi Tetsu looked at the numerous notifications that popped up in front of him because the mission completion rate had reached 101%.

[Your task completion rate has exceeded 100%!]

[You have obtained the Key to History: Stasis (Special Item)!]

Uesugi Tetsu blinked, puzzled.

What the hell?

Another historical key with an unfamiliar suffix has unexpectedly appeared.

Let me see what's going on...

Holding this key of history, which was no different in appearance except for its gray color, Uesugi Tetsu examined its panel.

[Key to History - Stasis (Special Item)]

[Effect: When you use the Key of History - Stasis to return to the present, you will obtain the "Key of History - Anchor Point".]

Time, please stand still.

What's this next one?

Uesugi Tetsu moved his thoughts, and a second panel popped up.

[Key to History: Anchor Points]

[—After use, return to the point in time when "Key of History - Stasis" was used.]

It turned out to be the case.

Uesugi Tetsuya understood.

This newly acquired Key of History - Stasis is like a save point that can be placed in the Warring States period at any time.

Simply put, he can return to the present whenever he wants, and then he only needs to use the history key with the suffix "anchor" to return to this save point.

That's good.

Uesugi Tetsu tossed the key of history in his hand and smiled.

He originally thought that after the 1.5th wave of the present world arrived, he would have to run back and forth between the Warring States period and the present world, constantly adjusting to different time zones.

Now that we have this key to history, the pressure has been greatly reduced.

You can put aside the second part of the main quest that you haven't finished yet, and come back in after you've dealt with most of the things in the real world.

However, these two keys to history are most likely one-time use items.

When to use it...

Thinking of this, Uesugi Tetsu shook his head.

Isn't the timing for using it already quite obvious? Do we really need to think about it any further?

With the Key of History tossed back into his storage backpack, Uesugi Tetsu used his mind to officially settle this phase of the mission.

The next moment, prompts kept popping up, pushing the previous prompt to the back.

[The completion status of the "Sanhe Riot" mission is currently in the settlement phase...]

[You and Imagawa Yoshimoto jointly suppressed the demons in the Mikawa region, achieving a completion rate of 101% and earning a basic rating of A.]

[Your influence on history reached 3%, basic rating A→S-!]

[You single-handedly killed all the key figures in the stage quest "Three Rivers Riot"—the embodiment of suffering, the Dharma Lord Lotus Light, rating S-→S+!]

[Because of your actions, the name of "Imagawa Yoshimoto" has spread further throughout the land, greatly enhancing her prestige during the Sengoku period. Rating: S+ → SS-!]

[You have further spread the name of "Great Onmyoji Che" throughout the land. Your reputation during the late Muromachi and Sengoku periods has exceeded 8000 points, and your rating has changed from SS to SS!]

【Settlement completed! 】

[Your final rating for the stage mission "Sanhe Riot" is: SS!]

[Your evaluation for the second part of the main quest, "Lord of the Tokaido," has improved!]

[Current rating: A+!]

[Note! Rewards will only be awarded after using the Key of History - Stasis to return to the present world!]

Uesugi Tetsu initially focused on the historical influence, which reached a full 3%.

It's worth noting that the last time we saw the exact figure, it was only 1.5%, but now it has more than doubled.

But in an instant, Uesugi Tetsu's gaze was drawn to a series of unfamiliar mission ratings, and he read straight to the end.

"SS-level rating..."

Uesugi Tetsu murmured, this was the highest praise he had ever received.

But after only two seconds, Uesugi Tetsu narrowed his eyes and fell into deep thought again.

He felt he had done everything he could, putting in his best effort and doing everything he could, yet his evaluation was only SS?

So how do we achieve SS+, or even SSS?

Does he have to locate the sick person the moment he receives the mission, then descend from the sky and chop them in half with a single blow?

Or perhaps too many people in Mikawa died... That's possible, since neither he nor Imagawa Yoshimoto paid much attention to the situation in Mikawa at the beginning.

Uesugi Tetsu sighed softly and stopped thinking about it.

Since the mission is over, we should look forward.

Just remember the experience of this task, and then review it thoroughly before going to bed.

He looked up at the sun, which was almost directly overhead, and instinctively called out, "Lord Erchi, let's go..."

After saying that, it took several seconds for Uesugi Tetsuya to suddenly realize what was happening.

The girl in the white dress can only now isolate herself within the statue of Ksitigarbha.

He calmly turned around, beckoning to Kaga Kiyomitsu, who for the first time in the past two days hadn't repeated his words, and together they walked towards the stables.

"Xiao Jia, let's go."

Alone with a sword, he went to the stables, found a horse, and headed towards Yoshida Castle.

Unimpeded journey.

Not long after the sun had set, Uesugi Tetsu could already see the outline of Yoshida Castle in the distance at the edge of the horizon.

As you get closer, you can clearly see rows of torches lit up on the walls of Yoshida Castle.

Wearing black armor and with a solemn expression, Imagawa Yoshimoto stood in the very center.

When Uesugi Tetsu blinked again, he clearly saw that a gaze, though separated by a great distance, had silently locked onto him.

Even if he rides a horse through the night.

He exclaimed, "These eyesights are something others can only envy."

Kaga Kiyomitsu, still in his scabbard, repeated the reading aloud with great emotion.

Uesugi Tetsu didn't bother with it.

Moving my gaze further, I saw Okabe Motonobu standing next to Imagawa Yoshimoto, and Matsudaira Motoyasu with his head down, seemingly lost in thought.

Some armored, high-ranking samurai and hatamoto followed behind them, standing on the city wall.

Even though Uesugi Tetsu looked left and right, he couldn't see Shiraishi anywhere—logically speaking, as Okabe Motonobu's horse-riding boy, he should have been qualified to stand up with the former.

I'll ask later.

Before long, Uesugi Tetsu arrived at the top of Yoshida Castle.

He sniffed the air, which was many times fresher than before, and patted his warhorse as the city gates opened, signaling it to go inside.

As for Uesugi Tetsuya himself, he stepped on his right foot and jumped to the edge of the city wall in a few steps, standing steadily on it.

He patted the shoulder of Hatakemoto, who was blocking the way and looking somewhat dazed, and said kindly, "Please move aside."

"Oh...oh! Lord Che, I'm sorry!"

Startled by what he saw, Hatamoto shuddered and stepped aside with a look of awe.

The samurai captains at the very front all retreated, silently making way for Uesugi Tetsuya, clearing a path straight to the center of the castle.

Just as Uesugi Tetsu was about to wave to Okabe Motonobu, he saw the latter's stern expression and then remembered that there were so many samurai here.

So he simply said loudly, "It's been a long time, Lord Okabe."

"It's only been a few days, Mr. Che."

After exchanging pleasantries, Uesugi Tetsu approached, condensing his inner energy into a line, and asked softly, "Where's Shiraishi?"

Okabe Motonobu replied in the same manner: "He's still training by himself in the city."

Exercise? To improve your stomach's capacity for digestion?

Uesugi Tetsu raised an eyebrow.

Seeing his expression, Motonobu Okabe added earnestly, "He's been working very hard these days."

Uesugi Tetsuya composed himself... That little guy Shiraishi actually meant it. Could it be that he's throwing a tantrum because I didn't bring him along and doesn't want to see me anymore?

After thinking for a while, Uesugi Tetsu didn't ask any more questions.

Bai Shi was holding back his anger and was willing to cultivate alone, which was a good thing.

This little guy is probably thinking that I'll cultivate diligently, then show off my impressive cultivation results to shock him and slap him in the face...

Uesugi Tetsu was pleased with the outcome.

It would definitely be beneficial for Shiro to become stronger.

He was also waiting to see Shiraishi replace Hattori Hanzo in history and become the great ninja.

Ok?

Suddenly sensing a fluctuation of spiritual energy rising around him, Uesugi Tetsu looked over and found that it was coming from a samurai.

Although insignificant, it truly exists.

Uesugi Tetsuya scanned the surrounding samurai, most of whom were respectful, awe-inspiring, and worshipful of him, and discovered that they all bore traces of absorbing spiritual energy.