Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

Countless monsters appeared behind them one after another, and began to help attack the barrier.

The group, who were still excited about finally winning the battle, seemed to have been doused with cold water.

A mad monster is simply incomprehensible.

It's a formidable problem that even an ordinary person couldn't solve despite their best efforts!

"His power level is the same as Shuten-dōji's..."

Many people who had never heard of Ibaraki-dōji's reputation have changed.

Kyosuke Kosaka calmly said, "How about we have some of the troops retreat to the nearest garrison to hold the line?"

Fighting a group of monsters and demons with a berserk buff right now is really not a good idea.

It would be better to hold a defensive position at a nearby supply depot and wait for the enemy to attack.

"They can't get very far."

Minamoto no Yorimitsu was still smiling.

Kyosuke Kousaka immediately said:

"I can unleash a burst of power briefly, then I'll stall for a while before leaving."

"Actually, what they really want is the head of the Ghost King, which we definitely can't give them."

Minamoto no Yorimitsu glanced at Kousaka Kyosuke with surprise, then made a solemn promise.

"I will remember your contribution."

"Well, you should go first. If you die, it will be difficult for everyone."

"hehe."

Minamoto no Yorimitsu chuckled and, without further ado, began directing the people's actions.

The two quickly decided everything in a brief exchange.

As for the people around them, almost none of them interrupted; they simply listened quietly.

Because everyone understands that only the strong have the right to speak at this time.

Kyosuke Kousaka himself no longer needs to prove anything.

"Yoto Hime, let's fight side by side."

"Yes, Kyousuke-sama!"

Upon hearing Kousaka Kyosuke's sincere and gentle words, Yoto Hime quickly replied.

The demonic power in his entire body was surging violently, yet it was surprisingly easier to control than before.

Although she didn't know the reason, she didn't pay much attention to it.

She wanted to help Kyosuke Kousaka.

Anything is fine...

No matter what kind of strange antics, battles, or anything else, it's all fine!

"You don't mind if I join you this time, do you?" Fujiwara Michitsuna asked with a smile.

Kyosuke Kosaka said, "Then you stay here and command those who use the Spider Cutter; the rest of you, retreat."

"Lord Kyosuke, we are willing to fight alongside you!"

The three Ping brothers stepped forward together.

Sakagami Nobuyoshi, Nakahara Kiyomori, Fujiwara Tomoyuki, and others, who were a step behind, also quickly volunteered.

Kyosuke Kosaka laughed and said, "This is just a evacuation, so the fewer people the better. Let's have a drink together when we get back!"

After repeated attempts to persuade them to return, they were finally stopped.

The atmosphere was harmonious.

For Kyosuke Kosaka, each of his former comrades-in-arms was more valuable than the last.

Now that he has earned military merit, he will most likely be appointed to a position in Kyoto or other places in the future.

This can be considered a great help.

Therefore, Kyosuke Kosaka hopes that there will be no more sacrifices after the extermination is successful.

To be honest, he was already quite proud that half of the 1500 men he brought were still alive.

"Get ready."

Seeing that the Onmyoji were beginning to retreat and the barrier was gradually failing, Kousaka Kyosuke prepared to meet them.

Behind him were not only Yoto Hime and Fujiwara no Michitsuna.

There were also inhuman commoners wielding spider cutters, and even Ayanokoji and Hikigaya were there!

These two were already considered by Kyosuke Kousaka to be close to him.

It's best to keep it with you in such an emergency.

Kyosuke Kousaka knew it very well.

Retreat is not necessarily safe.

Because this world contains many secret and forbidden techniques for resurrection.

The demons and monsters of Mount Oe will become even more insane in their quest to obtain Shuten-dōji's head for resurrection!

Let's let the others return to their posts first, so that everyone can feel indebted to us.

boom! !

With all the Onmyoji having left, the already weakened barrier was finally broken.

Ibaraki-dōji, who had been gathering his strength for a long time, roared.

"Die!"

With his bulging muscles bulging in anger, an incomparably violent purplish-black demonic flame erupted behind Ibaraki-doji.

In mid-air, a sinister and eerie door seemed to slowly unfold...

It was as if a monster had begun to open its maw without any restraint.

An endless shadow loomed over the group of people!

"...?!" Fujiwara no Michitsuna, who remained behind, had his pupils shrink sharply.

Ibaraki-dōji's furious attack was clearly more powerful than he had expected.

Although he had heard of the monster Ibaraki-dōji before.

But when you actually face it, you realize how vulnerable you are!

"Come."

Kousaka Kyosuke formed seals with his hands.

A crimson bird appeared from his body.

It rushed towards the enveloping attack, which was entirely formed from materialized ghost flames, at an extremely fast speed.

Rumble—

A gust of air roared, and countless raging flames scattered and transformed into waves that surged towards Ibaraki-dōji and the monsters behind him.

Ibaraki-dōji frowned deeply.

In the end, he raised his hand and conjured a gigantic ghost hand that seemed to cover half the sky.

In an instant, all the flames were extinguished in the giant ghostly hand.

"Onmyoji, my patience is limited. If you leave now, I will let bygones be bygones today."

Suppressing his rage, Ibaraki-dōji spoke slowly.

Kyosuke Kosaka laughed and said, "Stay with me a little longer, how about half an hour?"

"Hoshiguma Doji!"

Ibaraki-dōji stopped wasting words with Kōsaka Kyōsuke.

Hoshiguma Doji understood, and without even glancing at Kousaka Kyosuke, led a group of yokai around him.

Just as Kousaka Kyosuke raised his hand, Ibaraki-dōji charged straight at him.

Without hesitation, Yaodaoji used her longsword to block the attack.

Fujiwara no Michitsuna commands the others, who are armed with spider-cutting blades, to stop Hoshiguma Doji and the other yokai.

Ayanokoji and Hikigaya, who were also holding Spider Cutter, were also included in this group.

A group of people began a difficult battle of obstruction.

wrong!

"How come it's not difficult at all?" Ayanokouji suddenly froze.

He was somewhat bewildered, as if he had discovered that he could fight the monsters on equal terms, as if divinely aided.