Female Swordsman Training Dojo

The kitten wiggled its waist and said energetically, "Of course! Holding me, the lucky kitten, and still looking disappointed, you don't have other cats outside, do you?"

"How could that be?" Qingxin chuckled, hugging her own exquisitely crafted kitten, instantly shattering the kitten's cheerful facade. "With this lucky kitten, I can't possibly like any other cats outside!"

"That lecherous guy's words have absolutely no credibility!" The kitten changed to a pouty expression, which made Harunobu laugh even harder. It wasn't just that the kitten's expression was cute, but also that this act of caring made Harunobu feel even more satisfied.

He chuckled foolishly, ignoring the kitten's disgusting comments, and hugged her, rubbing his face against her smooth, delicate cheeks. Their breaths mingled in the air, each exuding the other's scent.

"Are you happy?"

"I've been so happy~" Harunobu rested his head on the kitten's head and casually tapped the extraction button once. "Or does my cute kitten think I was disappointed in her body just now?"

"Hmph~ I'm still growing, not the kind of old woman who gets bored easily!"

"I'm going to tell Sachiko."

"What if I tell...what if I tell Sachiko-nee? She still..."

Chapter 486

"You think I can't sleep in your bed?! Do you think you're some useless, henpecked husband?! You should let Sachiko-nee know who the real head of the household is! From now on, you'll be with me—"

The kitten, suddenly kissed forcefully, instantly shifted her focus to seduction. However, the large rod filling her only thrust a few times before returning to a slow, pulsating motion, causing her to twist her waist in slight dissatisfaction. But seeing Qingxin's happy expression, she was still quite satisfied, proudly putting her hands on her hips: "How about that! I'm strong, aren't I!"

Adorable cats, online therapy.

Harunobu tossed aside the R-rank swordsmanship technique [Tiger Eye Style: Menkyo Kaiden], and then thrust it twice more forcefully: "Yes, yes, my little cat is the best!"

"Hey hey hey~"

Seizing the opportunity, Harunobu began his next draw, and this time he received another surprise.

SR-rank swordsmanship!

[Natural Mind-Body Flow - Permit-Free Transmission!]

It incorporates mental cultivation techniques! The natural flow of reasoning in this world!

Harunobu could feel that his "exclusive" will, which had been gradually falling behind the Wind Control Sword Technique and the Eight Leaves One Blade Style, was rapidly growing stronger! In just a few seconds, its intensity doubled! And the strengthening of his will affected Harunobu's various control abilities, such as the precise control of wind and magic power, and the control of some details of sword techniques.

The fact that thoughts have become the mainstream in this world certainly has its advantages; it is, in itself, a form of mental cultivation. It's just that someone has progressed too quickly without properly studying orthodox methods of cultivating thoughts, which has led to their current state.

Although he doesn't really need to have this kind of mindset, since his main focus is on being obsessive and possessive—it's better to have it than not.

Qingxin excitedly kissed the kitten several times, then clicked on the next draw.

Then, the system's cold voice almost made him stand up excitedly.

"Congratulations on obtaining an SSR-level swordsmanship skill!"

Chapter 454: Burning Eye Inflammation

Congratulations on obtaining the SSR-level swordsmanship: Burning Eye Flame Flow - Arcane!

More intense than ever before, even more information than Vortigern's forced initiation combined, rushed into Harunobu's mind with a bang. Harunobu, who had just been cheering and jumping for joy, immediately jumped onto the kitten. If it weren't for the ugly smile on his face and his younger brother still poking around restlessly, the kitten would have been so frightened that it would have called for help.

But now...

The kitten grinned wickedly and opened its "blood-red maw" to bite Qingxin's helpless mouth.

The gentle kisses and sweet saliva were like a refreshing spring, flowing into Harunobu's burning brain and instantly calming his bulging veins. He gently responded to the kitten's caring touch, closing his eyes to process the information flowing through his mind.

After so many rounds of systematic instruction and numerous remedial lessons from people like Voodoo, Qingxin is now adept at deciphering and grasping information that might be clogging his head. No matter how chaotic or complex, could it be as complicated as Voodoo's early life?

The system told Qingxin: Yes.

The "Burning Eyes Flare" is a sword technique from the light novel and anime series *Shakugan no Shana*. As the name suggests, it's the protagonist's swordsmanship. However, just like the Hiten Mitsurugi-ryu style isn't solely Kenshin Himura's swordsmanship, but rather the swordsmanship of over a dozen generations, the "Burning Eyes Flare" is similar.

Therefore, this is not just Shana's ordinary swordsmanship, which is still very young; but rather a superb swordsmanship that includes all the combat experience and swordsmanship skills of her predecessor, the true Burning-Eyed Flame Slayer, and possesses extremely skillful manipulation of existence and fire!

Moreover, just as the Natural Rishin-ryu school includes kodachi techniques, staff techniques, and even jutsu in addition to swordsmanship, the Shakugan-en-ha-ryu school also includes other things besides swordsmanship, including the principles and uses of many spells from that world!

For example, the most famous one is the sealing!

Of course, that alone doesn't really qualify him as an SSR-level character, since Seishin can't find a Crimson World Demon King to back him up or give him treasures, and he can't become a Flame Haze.

That was what Harunobu originally thought, but he clearly underestimated the concept of SSR level.

How could the Blazing Eyes Flame Style, which rivals the Wind-Riding Sword Technique (which allows one to ride the wind without needing mana) and the Eight Leaves One Blade Style (which allows ordinary people to master and cultivate magical power and possesses extremely strong adaptability and derivative abilities), be merely a simple technique or a useless otherworldly magic principle?

It! And! The power of existence! The method of using it!

To put it more bluntly, Harunobu can now use the power of existence!

If you still don't understand, let me give you an example: If Harunobu extracts someone's power of existence, then all knowledge, memories, information, and images related to that person will disappear. No one will even know that Harunobu killed him, even if Harunobu killed him in front of everyone.

This even surpasses the original setting, since the Flame Haze in the original work cannot actively draw upon their own existence power; they can only use the existence power provided by the Crimson Lord, much like the relationship between a car and gasoline. But Harunobu is now very certain that he can do it, just like when he first obtained Thunder Breathing, he clearly knew to what extent he could do it and how long it would take to achieve Full Concentration.

Wuhu!!!

This is truly a return to my teenage years! My past life memories are filled with many things from my youth, but I won't go into details to avoid offending your eyes. In short, it's all about youthful energy!

Moreover, this time it's not just simple chuunibyou (adolescent delusions of grandeur), but a genuine mastery of the power of existence!

Harunobu was so excited he was almost beside himself, showering the kitten with a flurry of kisses. He even stood up and, holding the kitten's hand, started dancing a chaotic, unstructured, self-created dance. The kitten, completely bewildered, was clearly having a hard time.

After all, she had to be firmly pinned to Harunobu's body with her feet, and she also had to frequently endure Harunobu's defiance. It was only because she was eating food with body-strengthening effects from the Aozora Pavilion every day and drinking the blood of the Sakura Dragon that she could have held on for so long.

Despite the chaotic and sudden nature of the behavior, seeing Harunobu's happy smile, the kitten also smiled sincerely.

However, on the other hand, Harunobu doesn't have a Crimson World Demon Lord to provide him with the power of existence. If he wants to use spells related to the power of existence—such as the Freedom Spell—he still has to work hard to draw some power of existence from himself. Fortunately, it's not just humans who possess the power of existence; even a blade of grass or a grain of sand has it, only they are far too insignificant compared to humans.

However, since the Scorching Eye Inflammation Slayer doesn't have any useful Free Magic, being able to open a Seal of Absolute is about right—no, at least Harunobu can fly now—if he can use Free Magic.

Harunobu's mind raced as he considered the advantages, disadvantages, and various uses of the new skill, but he quickly forced himself to stop thinking about it.

Firstly, it's impossible to think of everything in a short time. Secondly, the lucky little kitten that was overlooked is going to throw a tantrum; it's a huge contributor!

Qingxin sank back into the water and patted the kitten's head: "Sorry, I got a little too excited."

"It's okay, in fact, it's quite good~" The kitten, soaking in the water with only its cute head showing, said, "It's usually not easy to get you to do something this intense~"

"You don't mean it as a compliment, do you...?"

Qingxin pinched the kitten's cheek and gently pulled out the dragon, but the kitten's face still contorted in pain. Although it was fleeting, it didn't escape Qingxin's eyes, not to mention the dual observation and feedback from the Womb Realm Mandala and the system.

"You guys..." Harunobu gently pinched the kitten's nose, both touched and annoyed, "You should cherish yourselves more!"

Chapter 487

"Hehehe..." The kitten chuckled classic silly, but it couldn't fool Harunobu, who could read her mind. Harunobu clearly understood the kitten's "knowing her mistake but not correcting it" mentality, and was filled with nothing but gratitude and concern. The two of them simply soaked in the pool, each holding a bottle of Sakura Dragon's Blood, drinking and chatting about all sorts of random things, as if they had prematurely entered old age.

Of course, taking this opportunity, Qingxin also used up his remaining study points to draw items, but unfortunately, he didn't get anything particularly good. He had been hoping to draw Nezha-dono for a perfect cosplay, but now it seemed impossible.

But it's perfect enough.

Gently poking the kitten that had fallen into a deep sleep after drinking the blood of the Sakura Dragon, Harunobu slowly closed his eyes. The swirling black mist bloomed as he closed his eyes, transforming into a beautiful yet melancholic face.

"What a nemesis..."

The author says:

Author's Note: Frustrating! I found out today that my colleague got a 1000 yuan raise last month, while I only got less than 450… I also had to take on an extra clerical job. Maybe this is the retribution for slacking off at work, but it's true what they say, comparison is the thief of joy. Also, regarding the Power of Existence in this chapter, I haven't read Shana's works for a long time, so there might be some inaccuracies in the settings. Please forgive me. However, there is a reason why the protagonist can draw upon the Power of Existence, which will be revealed later, although I don't know if everyone will accept that explanation /_

Chapter 455: Sitting Opposite to the Ghost Buddha

Qingxin didn't sleep for long before being awakened by the warm, enveloping sensation below. The Mother of the Underworld, who could easily go without breathing, was huddled underwater, diligently sucking on a lollipop.

"You're welcome~" Izanami looked up at Harunobu and said telepathically, "It's a wife's duty, isn't it~"

"Which country's wife is this?" Harunobu relaxed, releasing his essence. The dragon, which had been left unsatisfied by the kitten, finally softened and escaped from Izanami's cherry-like mouth.

Izanami swallowed the dragon's saliva mixed with the water from the Inagawa-yu pond, even wiping the saliva from the corner of her mouth with her slender white fingers. Then, smiling, she leaned close to Harunobu: "Of course, it's this country."

You know what, it seems pretty reasonable.

After all, it's Japan.

Harunobu shook his head, freeing one arm to hug Izanami: "How are you doing? Are you getting used to living at the shrine I built for you?"

The dojo facilities include a Buddhist hall and a shrine, though it's not a large, complete shrine, but rather just a small building. And given the current situation, it's only natural that the deity enshrined at Aozorakan should be changed to Yomi no Musashi (Mother of the Underworld).

Although due to the issue of study points, the shrine is currently only at the initial level one.

Izanami nestled in Harunobu's arms, her curvaceous body, so different from a kitten's, dominating Harunobu's entire left side: "Except for being a little small, everything else is great, or rather, a little too great; not to mention anything else, how did you even manage to create those vegetable gardens and kitchens, and this huge barrier?"

"I don't know, it was blown here by the wind." Harunobu lowered his head and kissed Izanami's forehead. "Besides, compared to Yomi, Tokyo is quite small."

After all, the Yellow Springs is theoretically as large as the entire Japan; otherwise, even the Six Paths of Reincarnation wouldn't be able to achieve the feat of traversing all of Japan through the Yellow Springs.

"Hmph~" Izanami hummed proudly twice. She never regretted mastering the Underworld, even though it was the reason her original form had become this grotesque thing.

Although she never tired of Harunobu's sweet words, Izanami didn't forget the important matter and quickly suppressed her proud expression: "Husband, did you suddenly awaken some special magic just now? There's even a reaction in the underworld!"

"Ok?"

Harunobu was taken aback, somewhat surprised. He didn't think Izanami would lie to him; with the Womb Realm Mandala present, she couldn't deceive him. And the only thing that matched Izanami's words was the power of existence.

"What's wrong? Can't you tell me?" Izanami looked at Harunobu, her phoenix eyes filled with worry. Humans don't possess innate magical abilities; such sudden awakenings of power are usually caused by demons or something similar secretly plotting against him. Although with Harunobu's strength and her protection, nothing should be able to harm him, Izanami was still very worried.

After all, he was her husband, her only lover, and her eternal master.

A love so intense it felt like honey syrup traveled through the connection between their hearts to Harunobu. He chuckled and pinched Izanami's cheek: "Idiot, do I look like that kind of fool? And it's not that I can't say it, I'm just organizing my words... But thinking about it, there's an easier way."

With the Womb Realm Mandala fully activated, information about the power of existence was directly transmitted to Izanami's mind in the form of thoughts. Her phoenix eyes, which had been moistened by Harunobu's simple words, gradually widened and became round.

"The power of existence? A Crimson Lord? A Flame Haze?"

"Wait, this thing..."

"Isn't this Izanagi's creative power?"

"No, that's not right. This power of existence doesn't have the effect of creating; it's more like a deliberately adjusted creative power that specializes in 'existence'."

Izanami quickly absorbed the vast amount of information Harunobu had transmitted to her. Although she couldn't directly grasp the power of existence like Harunobu, understanding the theory was no problem. However, the more she learned, the more surprised she became, because this power of existence felt strangely familiar to her.

Her surprise was genuinely conveyed to Harunobu, making him slightly nervous as well. Although this was something extracted by the system, and it was a kind of imaginary ability like the Power of Existence from his past life's memories, it shouldn't have anything to do with Izanagi in this world.

But when it comes to metaphysics, who can say for sure?

Sure enough, I need to start practicing as soon as possible, but where can I find someone to practice with?

Our own people definitely won't work, and simple flowers, trees, sand, mud, and water won't be very effective... If only the rabble from the Tongxin Society were still around, we could use whatever we wanted.

The two of them fell into deep thought simultaneously, which prompted the kitten to open its eyes: "Hmm... Good morning, Little Yi~"

"It's getting late, you idiot." Izanami wasn't woken up by the kitten that was taking advantage of her, but Harunobu's attention was drawn to the kitten. "Feeling better?"

"Of course, such a small thing is good—but, Teacher's College, you look so worried, what are you thinking about again?"

"I'm thinking about who I should find to practice new moves, the kind that I can go all out with."

"Then, why not just find the Ghost Buddha?" The little cat looked at Qingxin with disdain. This person hadn't been home for months and had even forgotten what was in the house. Humph, if it weren't for her husband, she would have already spanked him!

"Huh?" Harunobu paused for a moment, then opened the system's gym facilities page and found the special facility he had built before going to Osaka—the Sculptor's Box.

The effect is that you can unlock different trials by carving different Buddha statues, and you can get rewards if you pass the trials. In other words, you can use this to find good sparring partners, and you can even get extra rewards if you win.

However, it should be noted that the reason Qingxin didn't think of this at first was because although he could also use the facility, he didn't receive any rewards for completing the trials; only the disciples could receive rewards. Otherwise, if he did that for a day, all the disciples of Qingkong Hall would have become talented players.

However, no matter what, this at least solved his problem of not being able to find a suitable opponent for the time being, and it could even further test the effect of the power of existence—for example, if he extracted all the power of existence from an enemy in the trial, what would happen in reality?

Qingxin grew more and more excited as she thought about it, and suddenly stood up. The kitten was jolted, and the still-healing swelling returned with pain, causing her to playfully punch Qingxin's chest with her little fist.

"That's right."

Chapter 488

"That's a good choice, I'm quite interested too." The commotion finally woke Izanami up. She temporarily put aside her still chaotic and illogical thoughts and prepared to see what Harunobu's specific test results were.

Of course, Harunobu was well aware of Izanami's thoughts; a spiritual connection wasn't something to be displayed for show.

The three quickly dressed and went to the Sculptor's Idol room located behind the main dojo. It was already packed with people, a testament to the Aozorakan disciples' enthusiasm for becoming stronger… or perhaps, their enthusiasm for having more time with Seishin?

In short, with the arrival of Harunobu, the disciples who were still carving put down their work until Harunobu indicated that he had come to do something serious.

Even so, it was half an hour later when Harunobu received the wood for carving, and his face was covered with lipstick marks—even though many of his wives didn't like wearing lipstick.

Because he prefers the natural pinkish-white color of flesh.

Qingxin calmed down and began carving.

Chapter 456: The King of Growth in My Heart