Mondaiji-tachi Volume 5

Part 4

"WuWu..... How can it be that you dislike the most sexy and cute outfit that I have chosen for you from my precious collection after much deliberation?" ".... I don't care!" Kuro Usagi's cheeks and ears were red and turned her face as she threw a small tantrum. The female shop assistant looked upon the two squabbling people with disdain. However, her facial expression changed to a tense one, once they have entered the mansion. [In spite of the [Divinity]'s return, word was that Bull Demon Lord harbored a hatred against the Buddhist World that could not be written off easily. Even though the possibility is small, I must be alert and ready at all times to prevent them from making any moves on Shiroyasha-sama....] Walking within the mansion, the female shop assistant had her anxiety plastered across her face while shifting her Gift card to be hidden within the sleeve of her wafuku. Shiroyasha on the other hand, walks boldly into the mansion that was devoid of presences. Cold sweat had already started to soak the backs of the shop assistant and Kuro Usagi who were still following her while taking much care about their steps. "How is it that there isn't anyone here, do they really have to be so unwelcoming towards us to this extent?" At the corner of Shiroyasha's mouth, her lips twitched slightly. The mansion which would normally be bustling with life with the underlings of Bull Demon King rushing to and fro with their tasks would already seem spacious. Without their presence, it seemed much bigger and a little empty. Though it felt quiet and empty, it was evident from signs of daily life still left behind from the surroundings that there was a recent evacuation. From the silence that caused one to feel ill at ease, one can already deduce how guarded the other party is at the visit of Shiroyasha. Passing the outer wall corridor, a sudden breeze carrying a light pleasant scent flowed pass them. The sight before them also gradually widened and brightened with light that streamed down from above. The trio has arrived at the centre of the mansion. The Bull Demon King's throne was just at the end of this walkway. The imminent audience with the Bull Demon King caused Kuro Usagi to feel more anxious, and she couldn't help but look up at the sky to calm her nerves--------- At this moment, a curious phenomenon descended from the sky.

".... Sunlight?" The ray of light in the air rapidly grew in intensity as it descended before them, from the original warmth of sun-rays to a light of the furthest end on the infrared spectrum that could literally burn the skin with its intensity A shadow of what may be the source of the heat shimmered in the glaring midst of the space it landed. However, the angle of refraction that they were at forbid them from having a clearer image. Though the identity of the enemy was still unknown as with their powers, it was clearly an instigative attack on them. "An ambush like we expected!" "Shiroyasha-sama, please stand back!" Kuro Usagi and the shop assistant quickly stood in front of Shiroyasha to shield her, only for Shiroyasha herself to stand with her both arms akimbo, authoritatively and challengingly looking at the attacker. From the body that continued to emit heat waves, one piece fell away, two, three pieces of gold glittery feathers that lightly spun as they fell to the ground. Looking at the feathers, Shiroyasha immediately guessed the identity of the person and her expression changed to that of surprise. "...... That's surprising. Have you forgotten the letter of greeting, or were you unable to bear to let your sworn brother meet up with people who have close relations with the Buddhist world, Roc Demon King?" "Eh?" The sound escaped from Kuro Usagi and the shop assistant at the same time. In a flash, sunlight was converted to a stifling heat wave that covered the skies and illuminated the area. "---- King of the White Night, if only the guest didn't include any others, I would not be this preposterous." The voice of a woman seemed to resound from the air above them. Heat and light surrounded the inner court, gradually becoming golden flames that surrounded Shiroyasha and her entourage. The feathers that floated around lightly---- no, it was a whirlwind created from the movements of the blazing golden wings that hailed the entrance of the attacker. The attacker had tied back her black hair, wearing an outfit embroidered with elegant designs that boldly exposed her back and arms. A pair of blazing golden wings could be seen on her back. Having seen their attacker's appearance, Kuro Usagi and the shop assistant turned pale.