The treasure house was still parked on the hillside, because the roof had been ripped off, so the mottled tree shadows under the moonlight swayed into the interior of the wooden house.
As for the scroll hanging on the wall, it was originally turbulent with ink and wash, but now it has become completely dead and dim, as if its soul has been stripped away. And the scroll itself seems to be being burned by invisible flames.
The tendency to slowly turn to ashes.
And when the scroll dissipated halfway, several figures fell out of it.
The moment they landed on the ground, their silhouettes became clear.
Kanoya and Tsurumi, as well as all the shikigami and kaidan including Hoshikuma Doji and the little old man's outer body, all left the world of the painting and returned to reality.
"Ouch! It hurts, it hurts!"
The deer rubbed his painful elbow and got up from the ground.
In her arms, she held her soul-killing tools tightly, and in addition, she also held on to a small incomplete canvas.
This canvas was slowly dropped from the enemy's body after Xiaolu and Star Bear Doji killed the "Liu Li in the Painting".
Later, seeing that the world in the painting was about to collapse, Kanoya quickly used the incense burner to take the trophy back to him.
I was in a hurry to get out of trouble and didn't have time to check the loot.
However, now that it was confirmed that all members of the team were safe and sound, Xiaolu finally had the time to look at this small canvas.
The canvas has a white background and feels more like silk fabric, soft and smooth. It is about 40 cm long and 20 cm wide, but it is not a regular rectangle.
In addition, there are always strong mottled colors rolling on the canvas.
The deer's nose twitched slightly, the smell she smelled from this trophy was quite strong.
"Is this thing some sort of ghostly relic?"
Kanoya made a preliminary judgment in her mind, because she had been following Kamiya for a long time and had actually come into contact with a lot of strange relics, so similar aura judgments were unlikely to be biased.
Considering that the "Liu Li" he just killed was the Aragami in the painting.
If this canvas is really a relic of "Liu Li", it might fit in well with the small crayon weaving at home.
"If it's really suitable for Cai Zhi, that would be great."
Kanoya remembered that his master had said before that the little crayon had a high birth rating, but unfortunately his talent was mediocre. If he didn't get a good opportunity, he might be stuck in the C-level and not be promoted.
Now might be your chance!
It would be great if everyone in the family became stronger.
Of course, Xiaolu planned to hand over this square canvas after meeting the master.
It is up to Kamiyagawa to decide how to use it in the future.
Kanoya felt that as a good apprentice, he must honor his mentor.
"Well……"
On the other side, Tsurumi Aoi also stood up from the ground.
The character in her hand has changed from thick red to clear and light indigo, and the effect of [Red Ghost] has faded.
Including Mary's blessed red mist, the origami bird and the nine humanoid red spirits have naturally returned to the rightful owner.
Like his senior sister, Tsurumi also brought out a trophy from the world in the painting.
It's the big wakizashi with a pale sword and a smiling face.
Judging from the actual combat results just now, this is a famous sword whose strength is not inferior to Ichimonji.
"Xiao Kui, Xiao Kui!" Lu Yewu, who was nearby, sorted out his props and suddenly moved close to his junior sister intimately and naturally, "You really took the time to pick out this knife. It is indeed Master's."
What a good apprentice!"
Tsurumi Aoi actually doesn't quite understand why a good apprentice is someone who picks up loot quickly.
But the word "good apprentice" still sounds very useful to her.
Of course, if she could hear the teacher say this herself...she would be even happier.
Without waiting for Tsurumi Aoi to say anything, Xiaolu took out his mobile phone and typed quickly to search for something.
Now that everyone has turned the corner, and with the very reliable Sister Hoshikuma by his side, the big-hearted Kanoya has adjusted his mentality very quickly, and his state has obviously relaxed.
After a while, Xiaolu seemed to have found the information he wanted on the Internet. He excitedly raised his mobile phone and put it towards Tsurumi's face: "I remember the painter said that this knife is called 'Smiling Qingjiang'. Xiaokui, you picked it up"
It’s something good!”
Smiling Qingjiang is really not an unknown weapon.
It’s easy to find clues about this knife on the Internet——
The Smiling Qingjiang is a famous sword forged by the Qingjiang Sect.
The so-called Aoe Sect was a swordsmanship group active from the Heian period to the Northern and Southern Dynasties. One of the Five Swordsmen in the World, "Sokuju Maru Tsuneji" was also forged by this sect's craftsmen.
So the origin of this knife is very good.
Just like Ichimonji who was born in Nanquan Temple, it was forged by reputable craftsmen.
The Smiling Aoe is classified as Naka Aoe in the era classification of the Aoe School, and is believed to have been forged by the famous swordsmith Aoe Sadatsuki. It was originally two feet and five inches long, but was later shortened, but it is still classified as a large wakizashi among wakizashi.
In addition, the origin of the "Smiley Noodle" in the name of Smiley Face Qingjiang comes from the special experience of one of its owners:
That was a samurai who never left an actual name in history.
It is said that the warrior once took Qingjiang on a night journey one night. When they reached a mountain forest, they met a beautiful woman with a child in her arms. The woman had a strange smile and walked toward the warrior while asking him to
Give the child a hug.
Sensing that something was wrong in the atmosphere, the samurai immediately drew his sword and chopped off the head of the child in the woman's arms, and then the child disappeared into a puff of smoke.
The child was killed, but the woman did not show grief or anger. She still smiled, opened her arms charmingly, and said, "Then please hug me."
The warrior was not moved by the beauty, so he still swung his sword and chopped off the woman's head.
Then the woman also disappeared.
The next day, the samurai returned to the place where the incident occurred that night and found that there were only two tombs with their upper parts cut off.
As a result, Qingjiang, who killed the ghost, was named "Smiling Face".
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Later, this famous sword that had defeated ghosts passed into the hands of Kyogoku Takawa, the great name of the Heian period.
At that time, Marugame Castle was called an unlucky city, and its owner was very unlucky. However, Kyogoku Takawa remained stable after entering the city. It is said that it was due to Smiley Aoe's ability to cure evil spirits.
Therefore, people in the world generally call Smiling Aoe the guardian sword of Marugame Castle.
"How about it, it seems to be a very powerful weapon, right?" Kanoya said, putting away his mobile phone at the same time.
"Senior sister, what should we do with this knife?"
"Ah, you ask me...I don't know how to use a knife anyway. Xiaokui, you can keep it for yourself, or give it to Master."
"What about the other trophy?"
"I was thinking of giving it to Master."
"I understand." Tsurumi Aoi nodded seriously, "I will also give the sword to Master."
In fact, her original thoughts were the same as Kanoya's.
I have received so much care from the teacher on weekdays, and now that I have received a trophy, I naturally want to repay the teacher's kindness.
However, Xiaolu is the eldest disciple in the sect after all, and Tsurumi, who is meticulous in everything he does, will listen to his senior sister's opinions, and she has more ideas and concerns than Xiaolu.
Now that the two of them had the same idea, and when they met Kamiya and each handed over a trophy, there was no suspicion of competing for each other's favor.
Kanoya: "Yeah, then give it all to Master."
As a disciple living under the same roof as Kamiya, Xiaolu still knows his master very well.
She knew that if she handed over both trophies, the master would most likely give the square canvas to Cai Zhi, and give the smiling Qing Jiang to Tsurumi Aoi.
After all, the swords used by the master are all legendary swords of the same level as Onikiri and Dojiri Anzuna.
The deer doesn't care much about this kind of thing.
Besides, Junior Sister already has a handful of Yiwenji, and she will cooperate with Smiley Qingjiang later.
Tai Sword paired with Wakizashi is perfect for dual wielding!
The sisters from the same sect chatted for a while, and Hoshikuma Doji next to him approached with a wine bowl in his hands: "Okay, I guess I won't be able to do anything without my sister here. Xiao Lu, and Tsurumi, you two performed well and were very powerful.
.As expected of being that person’s disciple.”
"It's not that powerful, hehe~"
Lu Yewu smiled and blinked his eyes.
Yes!
Even Sister Xingxiong praised us, Xiaokui and I are so awesome!
Of course, there are also sent wolves, red deer, and Mimizi, which are also awesome!
Even at the end of the fight, Painter and "Liu Li" were still unable to defeat each other after they made serious moves. It was only the action of Sister Xingxiong and Sister Mary that ended the battle.
But being able to fight against Aragami's enemies like this is indeed quite good for two little girls who are just starting out.
Sure enough, the hard work in daily practice does pay off.
Of course, after getting excited, Xiaolu was not complacent.
After today's encounter, she could feel the gap in physical strength between her and the powerful enemy.
You have to practice harder in the future.
Try not to hold Master back.
This is especially true for Tsurumi Aoi, who has an extremely serious personality. She doesn't even have the psychological process of "invigorating", she just "knows her shame and then becomes brave".
Because the protection work was over, Hoshikuma planned to return to the "Hoshikuma Cup". At this time, Kanoya gently grabbed her sleeve: "Sister Hoshikuma, won't you stay a little longer? Yoshikoji Temple's Summer Night Festival hasn't happened yet.
It's over. After we explain the situation to Uncle Tsurumi, Xiaokui and I can treat my sister to a drink together."
As he said this, Xiaolu gently touched his junior sister with his elbow as a signal.
The latter responded and nodded vigorously.
"Oh?" Xing Xiong shook the horn on his head slightly and laughed softly, "That's good."
She now understood why Kanoya became one of the group favorites at Kamiyagawa's house.
This cute and cute little girl actually has a very high emotional intelligence. Even when she expressed her gratitude to herself, she didn't forget to bring her junior sister along with her.
In the end, Xiaolu's shikigami returned to the small bronze statue of the Bodhi rosary first, and Xingxiong also temporarily returned to the Xingxiong cup.
Everyone agreed to wait until Kanoya and Tsurumi finished reporting on the painter's matters before going to enjoy the last celebration tonight together.
…
On the trail leading to the back mountain from Yoshikoji Temple, Kanoya and Tsurumi were walking side by side.
The junior sister in the junior class was chatting with the junior junior sister in the senior class. Anyway, after what happened tonight, these two sisters from the same sect have fought side by side, and their relationship has naturally become much closer.
After walking for a while, the two of them could see the colorful light flowing in the direction of the celebration stalls outside.
Seeing those bright lights, they finally had a sense of "returning to reality".
Tsurumi Aoi's ponytail tied high on the back of her head was blown by the cool breeze of the summer night. She said softly: "Senior sister."
"Um?"
"I...I don't know if I should ask this."
Tsurumi Aoi seemed to be a little confused. It seemed that she had been holding some questions in her heart all the way back from the back mountain.
"It's okay, Xiaokui, you can ask whatever you want. We are sisters from the same family."
"Teacher, how do you usually teach your senior sister how to remove spirits?"
Tonight was the first time Tsurumi Aoi saw Kanoya in action.
My senior sister is very powerful, much better than me. Her methods are also varied and overwhelming.
But there is nothing that Tsurumi can do.
She was a little confused.
I feel as if I don’t understand my senior sister at all, and I don’t understand my master at all. Are I and my senior sister really in the same sect?
Lu Yewu raised his face slightly and started to clinch his fingers: "Let me think about it. Master asked me to learn Buddhism from Mr. Kanazawa, learn incense from Mr. Yunju, and recently I also went to Sister Ying to learn talismans.
Because I am a spiritual fetus, I may learn spells faster..."
"Teacher, hasn't he personally taught senior sister?"
"Yes. My master taught me the art of controlling spirits, as well as the spirit-killing firearms. By the way! Xiaokui, do you want to try using a gun in the future? It's super easy to use!" Luyeya began to explain to his junior sister the benefits of spirit-killing firearms.
.
You have to know American Iai to be like a disciple of Kamiya!
"Teacher will teach sister to use a gun?"
"Yes, Master is not only good at swordsmanship, but he also uses a gun. Moreover, Master's spirit control and lightning techniques are also very strong."
Tsurumi has also heard about the comprehensive abilities of ghost and god disciples.
However, after becoming a disciple, she came into contact with him and found out that she was just learning kendo with Kamiyagawa.
Of course, Tsurumi Aoi knew that this was her own problem.
After all, I have no talent in magic, and I don’t know if there is any possibility of improvement in the future.
Thinking about it this way, she couldn't help but feel a little depressed and inferior.
Sure enough, only a genius like Senior Sister deserves to be the apprentice of a disciple of ghosts and gods, right?
He has comprehensive capabilities and can handle various battlefield situations, and he has a bright future.
And I can only achieve some unremarkable results in kendo, which is really far behind.
"Xiao Kui, you don't seem happy."
"I……"
Before Tsurumi could say anything, he felt his wrist being gently held by the soft, cool little palm of his senior sister.
"Xiao Kui, Master cares about you very much. When you treated Granny Douchi before, Master was at the scene. Then I quietly told you that Master is here tonight too. He not only came to see me, but also came
It’s up to you.”
"Teacher, he is not in Kyoto..."
"Yes. But Master is indeed here. I smelled his scent just now. Don't tell Master this in the future. He won't admit it if you ask him. He might even find a reason to hit me on the head to vent his anger.
Despite Master’s usual appearance, he is actually a bit arrogant.”
Lu Yewu said this, his tone seemed to be complaining, but the corners of his mouth could not be suppressed and raised slightly:
"And the master values you very much, Xiaokui, otherwise he wouldn't have chosen you as his apprentice. And he is usually very busy, so he would find time to teach you kendo, which shows that he likes you very much, Xiaokui."
"like……"
Tsurumi Aoi actually knows what her senior sister means by "like".
But when I heard this word, I still lowered my head and my cheeks couldn't help but feel hot.
Fortunately, it was difficult to see her expression clearly in the dim alley.
Otherwise, this serious girl might be so ashamed that she would find a crack in the ground and crawl into it.
"Of course, of course!" Lu Yeya straightened his expression slightly, and for the first time he looked like a senior sister. "But just because Master always takes care of us overtly and covertly, we can't think that everything is fine. We can't
You always rely on Master, Xiaokui, you must think so too, in the future you must help Master, at least don’t be a burden to him.”
"Um."
"That's it. Xiaokui's swordsmanship talent is very good, and the master has praised it, so you will definitely be very good in the future."
Kanoya let go of Tsurumi's wrist, walked quickly a few meters ahead, and turned around again.
The celebration lights in the distance were dotted, gently covering the outline of the pretty girl's still-growing body, and the warm yellow halo was hazy and intoxicating.
"Even if you don't believe what I say, you still have to believe in Master. Let's work hard together in the future. The two of us are Kamiyagawa's disciples!"
"I'm sorry, senior sister, I won't say such words again."
"Hehe, that's all. Let's go, let's go, Xiaokui, we're going to treat Sister Xingxiong to a drink together later."
The young senior sister had a full smile on her face.
Just like the evening breeze on the mountain road on a summer night, it is kind and bright.
Those dark eyes shone together with the light strip flowing from the celebration booth behind her.