There is nothing wrong with the training method of the Justice Messenger

"The very fact of showing your fangs to us is unforgivable."

"Want revenge? How about declaring war on Master Yuyuko?"

"…But I don't have such plans for the time being."

"Since we are going to speak frankly, then let's not even bluff. The previous small fight is actually insignificant."

Chapter 230: Nura Rikuo's Decision

"It's not up to you...have a drink first."

With an indifferent tone, Nura Rikuo raised his glass to toast from a distance, and Yu Zhang also raised his glass to return the toast. During the whole process, he kept observing Nura Rikuo's expression, but it was really hard to tell what his attitude was.

They each drank the warm wine in their cups and paused for a moment before resuming the conversation. Nura Rikuo continued speaking, changing the subject.

"This cup is for the 88 Demons of Shikoku Night Parade. Although we haven't seen each other for many years, my old man and your father, Master Tanuki of the Hidden God Ministry, have a real friendship. I wonder if Master Tanuki is in good health?"

"Father is very healthy, but he is old and weak after all. He has to step down from the top position. I, Yu Zhang, have to step up and help him take care of the rest."

"Haha, so you're saying that the current Shikoku Eighty-Eight Demon Night Parade is actually led by Master Yuzhang?"

"It may be presumptuous to say so, but I believe that I still have the right to speak and can represent the will of the monsters from the four countries, so I stand up and am willing to be the mediator. This time, I also hope to continue to deepen cooperation with the Nura group in various aspects in future exchanges and continue the friendship of our fathers." Yu Zhang paused, and then slowed down his tone with deep meaning, and said in a deep voice: "After all, in this world, the Yin-Yang Bureau is powerful. With such an opponent, the monsters should not guard their own piece of land like before, but should unite."

Nura Rikuo narrowed his eyes slightly: "What do you mean?"

"Ever since Tsuchimikado Yoko unified Onmyoji and established the Onmyoji Ryo, the strength of the exorcists has been growing. As a result, the pressure and control brought to us demons and monsters has increased significantly. In the cold winter, we should have united together for a long time. However, there has never been anyone who can stand in front... or rather, the person who can stand in front has never stood up."

Naturally, he knew who Yuzhang was talking about. When this topic was brought up, Nura Rikuo could see his underlying intentions and spoke directly without any hesitation.

"My father died inexplicably. There's nothing I can do about it. The old man has a casual personality. At that time, a leader did come to him and talked about this matter, but he refused. He said that the little guys in the Nura group were enough to give him a headache, and he didn't want to expand his sphere of influence anymore. I can understand that."

Yu Zhang curled his lips. Knowing the secret, he felt that the idea of ​​the leader of the Night Parade of a Hundred Demons was unreasonable. But now in front of others, this hesitation quickly disappeared.

"Does Lord Lu Sheng think so too?"

Yu Zhang asked with a smile, but he didn't agree in his heart. Looking at the man's casual demeanor, perhaps as a descendant, he also inherited the carefree thinking of the previous generation, and was satisfied with the current illusory prosperity of the Nura Group and the seemingly large territory...

"Do not."

Yu Zhang was thinking this when he heard a categorical denial.

"I'm not a coward like that old man. I've long been determined to become the leader of all the demons and monsters." Nura Rikuo said with a smile, "You can come if you want to gather under the banner of my Nura Group. I won't reject any of you. I will accommodate you all with my generosity... You are also welcome to join Master Yuzhang, right?"

Yu Zhang was slightly stunned, and the Nura Clan's chief continued with a look of regret, "You should have come to me directly at that time, right? I was just kidding. After all, at that time, I was considered a loser who was not qualified to take over the throne of the Sandaime."

Seeing that look, it was hard to tell how serious he was, so Yu Zhang just thought it was just drunken nonsense, so he didn't take it seriously and said politely.

"Lord Lu Sheng, your words are too sincere. Now you are the commander-in-chief of the Nura Clan recognized by everyone. You are the Nura Demon who led the Night Parade of One Hundred Demons. Naturally, you have the qualifications."

"But I'm afraid that the people of the Shikoku Eighty-Eight Demons Night Parade don't think so." Nura Rikuo said with a playful smile: "Now that you've said this, do you mean to respect that fox as your master?"

"..."

Yu Zhang smiled but said nothing.

"I'm wondering what's the meaning of Yuyuko running around and visiting parents recently. It turns out she's lobbying everywhere, trying to unite all the monsters in the country to fight against the Onmyoji Agency?" Nura Rikuo muttered to himself, not shying away from the presence of Yuzhang.

This is a very clever move.

So far, what Yuzhang said is correct and is a very reasonable reality.

The Onmyoji Bureau is powerful and represents the country and the government. In recent years, it has been suppressing the monsters. But this does not mean that the monsters are really weak enough to be suppressed at will. Compared with the exorcists who are gathered together and subject to unified dispatch, the strength and power of the monsters are too dispersed among the local organizations.

Without a unified will, there is no power. Without enough power, there is not enough voice. If the monsters want to have an equal dialogue with the Onmyoji Bureau, they have to gather together.

As mentioned before, a leader came to my grandfather and talked about this matter, hoping that he could step forward and be a leader to integrate the many monster organizations, but my grandfather refused. If Nurarihyon didn't step forward, no one else would be qualified to step forward, and the matter ended there.

It was not until Yuyuko broke the seal that this great monster, whose strength and reputation were enough to convince everyone, reappeared in the world. The leaders found new hope, and gathered around her to fight against the Onmyoji Bureau. This was indeed a natural development. When things escalated to this level, the Nura Clan had to take it seriously.

"Is this still the Yuyuko that grandpa mentioned? He is smart, but he is beating around the bush and doesn't seem like the person grandpa mentioned..."

Yu Zhang said seriously, "Lord Lu Sheng is very smart and his guess is correct. To be honest, this matter has not been brought up yet. We are in the stage of contacting the heads of various families for discussion. But if we only talk about their attitudes, most of them agree. The reason why it has not been finalized yet is because the leaders feel that such a major matter cannot be discussed without the Nura Group. Isn't that why I came to you? Let's get back to the point. I know that there are past grievances between the Nura Group and the Feathered Fox, but with the big things ahead, I hope the Sandaime will put aside the small grievances for the time being and give this matter more consideration."

"..."

Nura Rikuo didn't say anything this time. He looked thoughtful and tapped the floor lightly with his fingertips.

Yu Zhang did not interrupt, as he had actually conveyed everything that needed to be conveyed up to this point. After that, it was time for the Nura group to think carefully. All he had to do was wait for a reply. During this time, he drank by himself and finally had the leisure to eat some side dishes.

Nura Rikuo suddenly asked.

"Before you ask me to be magnanimous, I'm actually quite curious about Yuyuko's side. This woman is so magnanimous. Before you ask me to let go of the old grudges of the Nura Clan, has she let them go herself?"

Yu Zhang was stunned. Before he could choose his words, the young man dressed as a monk who had been sitting next to him and had not said anything until now suddenly answered.

"Of course not."

Nura Rikuo cast a curious look.

Yu Zhang frowned and looked over coldly.

The conversation is gaining momentum right now, and this guy says something like this?

The young monk ignored this and continued speaking.

"It just so happens that I have brought here a message from Lord Yuyuko himself, saying that he would bring it to Huapiao."

"Oh, you brought me a message? What did you say?"

Suddenly a hoarse old man's voice was heard.

Yu Zhang's eyes suddenly widened, and he turned around to look, only to find that at the last seat of the Nura group, next to the Ushio, a short old man had been sitting.

It seemed as if he had been sitting there from the beginning. The food on the small table in front of him had been completely eaten up, leaving only some food residues. The old man looked as if he had eaten and drunk his fill, holding the cup of tea in both hands, drinking it leisurely.

"When did the old man show up?"

The girl in the scarlet kimono tilted her head in disbelief and asked what Yu Zhang was thinking.

The man in the black kimono had a cold expression on his face. He had already raised one leg from his sitting position, ready for battle.

The young monk was also a little surprised, but he quickly came to his senses, stretched out his hand and pressed lightly, and at his signal, the man in kimono next to him let down his guard and resumed his sitting position.

The old man with the scar on his face chuckled and said with a nostalgic smile: "You still have the same bad taste as always, Master Slippery."

"No, Inugami, you didn't even notice me. Are you too old? Your dog nose isn't as sharp as it used to be?" Nurarihyon joked.

"Please spare me. Not to mention now, even when I was young, I couldn't catch your scent every time."

"Why, you left the raccoon and came here, did you remember to come and see your old friend?"

"How dare I disturb you so casually? I came here only to follow the commander-in-chief's order to protect the young master."

"You're still as rigid as ever. Is it okay for you to come over and have a drink with me once in a while?"

Yu Zhang immediately understood the identity of the old man.

The first generation of the Nura clan, Nura Nura.

Although it is said that his strength has indeed declined with his age, it is difficult to tell from his short old appearance that he is a great figure who has left behind many stories, gradually strengthened the Nura Group by wiping out one monster organization after another, and eventually became known as the Lord of the Night Parade of One Hundred Demons.

Although Yu Zhang found his forbearing attitude incredible, including the one who refused to serve as the leader of the unified monsters, he would never dare to underestimate this old man. Not only because he did not detect his breath until he spoke, but he also understood that his father and many other leaders' respect for Nura was based on actual events that had happened in the past.

Yu Zhang immediately bowed his head respectfully to greet him.

"You are here, Master Huapiao."

"Yes, yes."

That is to say, the conversation just now was also heard by this first generation. What would the founder of the Nura Group think about this...?

While Yuzhang was thinking, Nurarihyon turned to the young monk and asked with a smile, "So, what did the fox want you to tell me?"

"Fei." The young monk called out to the girl beside him.

The girl received the order, put one hand on her waist, took a step forward, puffed out her chest proudly, looked down at the old man coldly, and spoke in a grim tone.

"[You can only be the Lord of the Demons and Monsters Anwen during my absence for four hundred years. If you don't dare to come, it's ok. I will accept this title and lead the monsters. After defeating the Yin-Yang Bureau, I will come back to deal with you.] - So, that's what the woman said at the time."

After saying that, the girl returned to her obedient and expressionless doll-like posture.

Yu Zhang's scalp tingled when he heard this.

Did Master Yuyuko say that? How come he didn't know...

Well, it does sound like something that Lord Yuyuko would say, and this monk was sent here only after he received the order, so he should not be lying - but even if it is true, he can't say it in this situation, right?

Isn't this clearly telling the Nura Clan that Lord Yuyuko remembers everything that happened in the past and will definitely find an opportunity to settle the accounts?

It doesn't seem like he's willing to lower himself. After hearing such provocative words, the negotiation will be cancelled...

“Hahaha!” But the old man didn’t seem angry. Instead, he burst into laughter. “I wonder if her brain has rusted during the four hundred years of sealing. In fact, she hasn’t changed. That’s what that woman would say. It seems that not only has her spirit recovered, but she also remembers the past grudges clearly. She is as petty as ever.”

"Well, Lord Nura, please consider the overall situation. What happened in the past..." What did Yu Zhang want to explain?

"Ah? Don't ask me about this. I have already retired as the head of the Nura Clan and handed over all matters, big or small, to that guy."

Yuzhang wanted to say something, but Nura Huaxun shook his head and pointed at Nura Lusheng over there, and asked with a smile: "Lusheng, what do you think after hearing this?"

He didn't have any feeling at all about the old man's sudden appearance. He looked coldly at Nura Rikuo in the field. When asked about it, he sneered.

"Heh, they're definitely going to destroy our Nura Clan?"

It's over, it's all over, Yu Zhang thought, maybe as the monk said, Lord Yuyuko has never thought about negotiating with the Nura clan for the sake of the great cause of the monsters.

Even so, Yu Zhang still continued speaking.

"Perhaps there is some misunderstanding. I think Lord Yuyuko proposed to discuss important matters with the Nura Clan only after careful consideration... In any case, many leaders including my father have been contacted and a date has been set for a gathering in Kyoto. If the Nura Clan is interested, please send someone to go there at that time..."

He will be rejected... Yu Zhang thought as he spoke, glancing at the young monk with a gloomy look - if this guy hadn't come out and said something nonsense, the conversation would have gone smoothly... When he was asked about his attitude towards the peace talks before, he was just perfunctorily answered. Now it seems that this guy might be the representative of the opposing voices around Lord Yuyuko.

"Okay."

"I see, so you still have to refuse... What did you say?"

Did I hear it wrong? Yu Zhang looked up at Nura Rikuo in surprise and asked again.

"Mr. Lu Sheng's reply is..."

"I agree." Nura Rikuo replied with a smile: "Since they have invited us so kindly, how can we refuse? We must go. I will go in person."

Chapter 231: The Considerations Behind

To bring in the Nura Group to join - although it has not been confirmed yet, just saying that they are willing to talk is already a big progress.

If Nura Rikuo agreed to go, Yuzhang would have accomplished the purpose of this trip. He could then go back and give an explanation to Lord Yuyuko and the many monster leaders including his father.

Anyway, the most important business has been discussed.

After that, this topic was brought up, and Yu Zhang talked about other things - the young master of Shikoku Eighty-Eight Demons Night Parade came here to visit the Nura Group, and said that he wanted to deepen the cooperation between Shikoku Eighty-Eight Demons Night Parade and the Nura Group. It seemed that this was not just a polite remark to lay the groundwork for the main topic, but he really had this intention.

The Shikoku Eighty-Eight Demons Night Parade is a huge youkai organization. To support the organization, it needs corresponding economic resources. Naturally, it also runs many businesses under its name. The Nura Group's industries are spread all over the country. It is not surprising that as a businessman, they come here to seek cooperation...

But Nurarihyon still felt a little curious.

In the past, the raccoons had no intention of expanding their industry outside. In the eyes of the older generation of monster leaders, that was equivalent to extending their tentacles into other people's territory, which was an offensive act. However, although with the changes of the times, the benefits of cooperation are obvious and the necessity has become increasingly obvious, this idea naturally seems pedantic and is no longer a taboo.

But Tanuki still abides by this ancient principle of justice and has never done such a thing. Even though he and Nurarihyon have a good relationship and are old friends who have known each other for a long time, he has never mentioned it. The organizations maintain a distant relationship of not interfering with each other...

But the young master of Yuzhang brought up this matter seriously because he really wanted to take this opportunity to come over and talk about business matters.

What made Tanuki change his mind?

After all, it was obvious that this kid named Yuzhang had a close relationship with Yuyuko's faction. Or rather, he did not try to hide the fact that he was Yuyuko's subordinate. The Hidden God Geubu Tanuki that Nurarihyon knew was a general with his own integrity and style, and he would not be willing to be inferior to anyone.

Thinking of this, Nurarihyon felt strange... No, after thinking about it, he understood, the reason was very simple and easy to understand.

Because that was not Li's idea at all, but the idea of ​​his son, Yinshen Xingbu Yuzhang.

This idea represents a new direction for the Shikoku Eighty-Eight Demons Night Parade.

It seems that the raccoon cat has also grown old, so he has followed the example of his irresponsible predecessor and handed over the power, entrusting the future of the Shikoku Eighty-Eight Demons Night Parade to the next generation...

Sending the Inugami, his right-hand man, to the young man's side was a more powerful proof than anything else.

Hehe, let's see which of our offspring is better. I'm not bragging, but my Lu Sheng...

"It's so troublesome. I don't know much about business. It makes me feel overwhelmed. Anyway, I have nothing to do after we finish the business. Gyu-gui, Kuroda-bo, I leave it to you to take full responsibility."

Nura Rikuo picked up the burden without hesitation, climbed up from the mat lazily, and left the room after saying, "I'm going to the bathroom, you guys chat."