Chapter 51 Special Investigation 3
As Nankai Taro Asahi explained the construction of the traps to them, Sayo felt a constant, lurking gaze on him. He glanced at his companions, hesitating whether to speak up.
"If Yagen were here, that would be wonderful..." Sayo couldn't help but think.
Yagen Toushirou was the first sword spirit (tsukumogami) in the citadel besides the initial sword. His combat experience and abilities far surpassed those of the later sword spirits. Although his opponent also used a short sword, he was extremely reliable.
When he first arrived at the citadel, Yagen subtly helped him integrate into the citadel.
While Saya hesitated, her companions had already sensed something. Namazuo and Honebami exchanged a glance, and both of them simultaneously became alert, focusing all their senses on their surroundings.
But they didn't find anything unusual.
"Leave the collection of materials for making the traps to us!" Mutsu no Kami chuckled, patting his chest.
"Then I'll leave it to you," Nan Hai replied with a smile.
Using the remains of the Time Travel Army to create a trap, Nankai Taro Asahi's ability and courage are truly admirable.
The five men left the courtyard one after another. Mutsu no Kami looked at the only short swordsman in the group, a smile on his face, and walked up to him.
"Did Xiaoye discover something amiss?"
When asked about it, Sayo Samonji was a little surprised. He didn't expect Mutsu no Kami to notice that something was wrong with him.
Sayo Samonji isn't an outwardly expressive tsukumogami, and while Mutsu no Kami Yoshiyuki may seem carefree, he's actually very thoughtful and capable of taking good care of his teammates. This is one of the reasons why Kanshu chose him as captain.
“Many things in this abandoned world cannot be explained by common sense. If you notice anything, just say so.” Kashuu Kiyomitsu looked down at the seemingly fierce-looking short swordsman.
"..." Xiaoye Zuowenzi remained silent for a moment.
"I just feel... that someone is watching us."
Upon hearing this, the wakizashi twins immediately gripped their sword hilts; they trusted their comrade. Kashuu Kiyomitsu and Mutsu no Kami Yoshiyuki exchanged a glance, both seeing the unwavering resolve in each other's eyes.
"Reunite with the teachers and the others immediately after finding the wreckage." If, as Xiaoye said, the hidden forces haven't appeared yet, it means now isn't the best time for the enemy to attack.
The most important thing now is to set up the traps and regroup with Tadahiro Hizen and the others to avoid our forces being scattered. This special mission investigation doesn't look like it will be easy.
Mutsu Mori quickly analyzed the situation in his mind, his cheerful smile disappearing and his expression gradually becoming serious.
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Ranlu was accompanied by two very familiar tsukumogami. Having been invited by the two S-rank Saniwa, she decided to bring her attendants along for her own safety.
Fortunately, the two adults didn't mind the spirits participating in their meeting.
Yu Yuwu and Qingye were waiting for her at the door. When they saw the tsukumogami behind Ranluo, they chuckled in unison.
"I really didn't expect her to bring Mikazuki and Tsurumaru," Qingye said softly, arms crossed, looking at Ranluo not far away.
"Although these two princes are usually quite casual, they have never let us down when it matters. It was to be expected," Yu Yuwu replied with a smile.
When Ranluo saw them, she quickened her pace as if she couldn't wait to see them.
Sorry to have kept you waiting.
Yu Yuwu looked at the young woman with beautiful orange hair, and a sincere and gentle smile appeared on her lips.
"Please come with us; this isn't a good place to talk."
On the surface, they were eating at a restaurant in Wanwu, but secretly Hanzhou had already set up a concealment array to detect both the customers in the restaurant and the passersby outside.
No one will notice anything unusual.
Ranlu was initially a little nervous, as the two Saniwa leading the way possessed impressive auras, and she had already sensed that the restaurant was shrouded in a barrier. However, as the sounds of bickering came from inside the room, her tension and unease dissipated considerably.
"Speaking of which, Mr. Kane and Mr. Hijikata are the same in this respect."
"Guangdong!"
"Also, my lord, please don't expose my shortcomings!"
Izuminokami Kanesada's voice came from inside the private room, accompanied by a chaotic cacophony of laughter and playful banter. The moment the door opened, Mikazuki and Tsurumaru Kuninaga, who were following behind Ranro, instinctively froze in place.
The former owner, living in her own memories, wore her favorite light blue robes and was surrounded by four Shinsengumi sword spirits. A faint smile lingered in her light golden eyes.
Of these four tsukumogami, Horikawa Kunihiro and Izumi no Kami Kanesada are from Kanshu Honmaru, while Kashuu Kiyomitsu and Yamato no Kami Yasusada are from Miyuki and Seiyaku Honmaru, respectively.
"We're not here, so it seems you're having a great time chatting," Qingye said, walking up to Yamato no Kami Yasusada and teasing him.
"Lord Hanshu told us a lot about Okita-kun's childhood," Yamato no Kami Yasusada said with a smile. It was a very fortunate thing to be able to meet Hanshu again and hear him talk about his former master.
"Come in and sit down," Han Zhou reminded Ran Luo, who was still in a daze.
She watched with amusement as the little girl's face flushed slightly, and after quickly saying "sorry," she hurriedly found a seat.
"Pfft, you don't need to be so nervous. Lord Hanzhou isn't as scary as you think..." Yu Yuwu spoke up to ease the other's embarrassment, turning her gaze to her tsukumogami. "You should know that too, shouldn't you?"
Noticing Yu Yuwu's gaze, Ranluo turned to look at her own tsukumogami.
Their eyes were filled with nostalgia and unbelievable joy.
"It's been a long time, Lord Hanzhou."
"Is this what you meant by 'living too long to see anything'? As you get older, nothing seems surprising anymore."
This was the first time Ranlu had ever heard Tsurumaru Kuninaga jokingly say that he was old. After all, this sword from the Heian period always had a youthful mindset.
I was also surprised when I first met you.
But joy also followed.
"We can reminisce later; let's talk about current affairs now."
The previously open door to the private room slammed shut, creating a completely enclosed space. Now, those outside couldn't hear their conversation, and no one would disturb them.
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