Ke Xue: I picked up a bottle of sherry at the beginning.

"I know that. It's the Minotaur."

The Minotaur has a huge bull head on its strong shoulders, and the well-developed muscles on its limbs seem to be about to burst through the skin, making its shape vivid.

"This is Chimera, this is Vengedonna."

At first glance, Chimera looked like a lion, but upon closer inspection, one discovered that it had a sheep's head and a snake's tail growing out of its back; Wen Jidona's upper body was the same as a human female's, but her lower body was a giant snake; next to her was a woman with snake-like hair.

"Mostly monsters from Greek mythology."

Ryoko's tone revealed that she was lost in thought. Meanwhile, Yukiko, with a frightened voice, asked the others present, "Are these creatures created using the latest genetic engineering?"

"God knows."

Bai Quanyi continued walking forward and looked at the monster specimen displayed in the next glass round cabinet, which made him feel nauseous.

This monster had bat-like wings and was roughly human-sized. Furthermore, the winged creature's left eye was blinded. It was clearly the same monster we'd encountered before. These specimen-like monsters were likely cargo.

"Dear guests, are you satisfied with what you have seen?"

At this time, a sound that seemed to be mixed with poisonous gas was heard, and the three of them immediately looked back.

I initially thought it was another display case, but unexpectedly there were two figures standing in the large glass case. They were none other than Zhongshen and Baimu Guiwang.

Ryoko was proposed to

As soon as she saw them, Ryoko threw her cane at them roughly. Nakagami and Hyakumeki also curled up reflexively. However, the cane hit the glass box hard, but did not cause any cracks and bounced back. It turned out that it was tempered glass.

"D-You think you can break glass with just a cane?"

The middle god in the glass box laughed.

"Everyone, stand still. If anyone dares to move, I'll press this remote button and poison gas will be released from here."

Hyakumeki in the glass box shows the remote control in his hand.

"We found a pile of human bones, which is irrefutable evidence of your evil deeds!"

Ryoko testified clearly, but Nakagami nodded shamelessly.

"There are about three hundred stowaways and homeless people combined, perfect for monster bait. I know you think this building must contain genetic engineering lab equipment, but you're wrong. There's nothing of the sort here. To revive the monsters and keep them alive, we need a sufficient food source."

"You just mentioned bait. Why do specimens need to eat bait?"

"Specimen? Does that look like a specimen?"

This time it was Hyakumeki's turn to ridicule.

"They are merely asleep. When they awaken, you disobedient fools will tremble in fear, consumed by a sense of defeat. All you can do is beg for mercy. There's still time. Kneel down and confess to us!"

"I can't bear to hear any more."

A voice as quiet as still water was heard, but it hinted at a sarcastic tone, which surprised everyone present.

Shiraizumi Masu shifted his gaze, and Ryoko and Yukiko did the same. With one exception—the speaker, who calmly accepted everyone's attention.

Shichijo Shining, the Minister of State and Chairman of the National Public Safety Commission, who had returned at some point, suddenly appeared. His face wore an expression never before seen on that person. Meanwhile, the expressions on the faces of Chushin and Hyakumeki were also rare, expressions of utter terror.

"I simply can't bear to hear a single word. I thought you were somewhat useful, but now you're in such a state of disgrace. You've caused a mess and can't even clean it up, yet you're still so shameless as to rely on others to clean up the mess. You're no longer of any use, and I have plenty of people to replace you."

With a snap of seven fingers, the reinforced glass of the glass box immediately made a strange noise and then shattered into pieces.

Zhongshen and Baimugui screamed in pain. It was obvious that they knew the true identity of Nanajo Xining very well.

They fell out of the glass box, their heads and backs covered with glass, their hands joined and raised high above their heads, their bodies prostrating themselves on the ground, worshipping Nanajo. From their arrogance a minute ago, they fell into the abyss of humiliation in the blink of an eye, looking extremely miserable.

Ryoko, Yukiko, and I could only watch silently and do nothing else.

At this moment, Nanajo pulled something out of his briefcase. It was a small bottle that seemed to contain lotion. Nanajo casually opened the bottle cap and poured the contents onto the two men lying on the ground.

"Wow wow wow wow..."

The cry must have come from one of the two people.

I saw smoke coming out of the bodies of Zhongshen and Baimugui. For a moment I thought it was sulfuric acid, but I couldn't smell a trace of stench. The white smoke silently wrapped around the two of them. At first, it condensed into a ball like a cocoon, and suddenly bounced open.

The three of them took a big step back at the same time to avoid being touched by the white smoke. When the smoke disappeared, nothing was left there.

"I made everyone laugh."

After covering the bottle, Nanajo bowed slightly to Ryoko.

"I have punished the scoundrel who insulted you and your companions. I hope you will not take it to heart."

"In short, you are the master of the Mita branch, and these two vulgar people are just your minions..."

"The Mita branch is just a name to hide the truth. This place is actually the Nightmare House."

Nanajo's appearance and voice remained unchanged, but his entire demeanor was completely different. He looked ten years younger, his clothes and physique seemingly a size larger. Even Shiraizumi Masu was surprised, and Yukiko covered her mouth to prevent herself from screaming.

The strange and ominous shadow of Qi Tiao Xining, who had completely changed his appearance, was reflected on the walls and the ground, looking like a huge monster.

"My family has been in politics for three generations, starting with my grandfather, so we're called weak hereditary legislators. This is all a deliberate illusion."

Nanajo explained with a relaxed smile.

"The history of the Shichijo family is not limited to this. We are a family of Onmyoji who have served the imperial court for generations."

"Onmyoji? Like Abe Kiyomizu?"

Apart from this person, Shiraizumi Masaru had never heard of any other Onmyoji, and in fact, most Japanese were the same.

"You are so shallow."

Nanajo criticized Baiquan Yi without any hesitation.

"Abe Kiyomizu isn't the only Onmyoji, but I admit his reputation is undoubtedly the highest. I happen to be the fortieth generation of the Shichijo family. I've been receiving a gifted education since I was old enough to understand. I went to Europe to practice at the age of eighteen. Although I completed my university studies in London, I spent most of my time in Prague."

“The magical capital of Central Europe.”

Yukiko confirmed it seriously.

"That's right. Let's not talk about the past for now. I only learned about Ryoko's existence after I became the National Public Security Commissioner. I've been quite interested in her behavior and understand that she's trying to find out about this building. And then the other day, a winged person dumped a corpse in front of her."

"What a coincidence."

Ryoko simply said this, causing Nanajo to look at Ryoko with a little surprise.

"This isn't a coincidence. I placed the bait specifically to attract your attention."

"What's the purpose of doing this?"

"Of course you are invited to come!"

"Oh, I see. So, sending the military leader to cause trouble for Quan Yi was also your idea?"

"You could say that, and that's what's motivating you, isn't it? Just as I expected, you've finally arrived here, in the nightmare house I recreated in this country."

Qi Tiao laughed silently, like poisonous bubbles rising from the surface of the mud.

"Everything is within my calculations. Your every move follows the inevitable trajectory I designed in advance."

"Necessity? Oh ha ha ha! I can decide for myself what is inevitable and what is accidental. I don't need you to meddle in my business!"

"Really? It's okay."

Qi Tiao was frustrated, and the only remaining trace of humanity disappeared in a flash.

"I have just briefly mentioned to Inspector Baiquanyi the reason why I strongly invited you here. I want to propose to you. After you know my power..."

These words must have been a confident confession from Nanajo, but Ryoko was like a duck hearing thunder, while it was Yukiko who widened her eyes.

"My bride must possess stunning beauty and a clear mind, and must not be constrained by cheap sense of justice or foolish moral values, nor be cold, selfish, or take pleasure in torturing others. Moreover, these qualities must be expressed in the most elegant and luxurious way."

Shiraizumi glanced at Ryoko's profile. The beautiful woman, who was being pursued, asked her suitor sarcastically, "Anyway, I'm your ideal marriage partner, right?"

"That's right. You are the only woman in the world who can be my partner and my equal. I have always been low-key. As long as I can have you, I can act even more recklessly in the future."

Qi Tiao licked his upper lip with his slender, slightly disgusting blood-red tongue.

"Who wants to be your bride? Stop talking nonsense!"

Ryoko said angrily in a cold tone.

"Don't be so angry. I understand that all this is my own idea. I took so much trouble to marry you. I hope you can understand my enthusiasm and sincerity.

"I only know that you used a lot of tricks, which really annoyed me!"

“We do this for love!”

"Don't you feel embarrassed to say such things?"

"The truth is always embarrassing to face, and that's why few people can face it head-on. Stop talking about it! Anyway, in this secular world, you're going to be the wife of a minister, and in five years, the wife of the prime minister!"

Nanajo spread his hands slightly.

"Of course, in this dark world, you are my princess. I can grant you supreme status, endless power, and wealth. All you need to do now is nod and say YES."

Only then did Bai Quanyi realize that Nanajo's intention in dealing with Hyoto, Nakagami, and Hyakumeki was no longer to deal with his subordinates, but to show off his own strength.

"How about it, Ryoko, are you willing to accept my 5.5 proposal?"

Ryoko shrugged slightly.

"Well, I admit that you have a pretty good eye for picking people, but you chose the wrong person from the beginning, so my answer is NO! I reject your proposal!"

Nanajo blinked and looked Ryoko in the face.

"I was wrong? Where did I go wrong? I believe no one can understand you like I do and make a correct evaluation of you."

Ryoko sighed deliberately.

"Still don't understand? He's hopeless. Izumi, you should know best. Tell this pampered young master where he went wrong."

"Can you be frank?"

"Of course, there's no harm in speaking frankly. Just tell me my true worth. Yukiko the touring performer always underestimates me, but Izumi shouldn't be that far off."

Bai Quanyi sighed and said, "I also think you've chosen the wrong person."

"How do you say this?"

Nanajo's anger was boiling beneath his skin.

"Yakushiji Ryoko is on the side of justice. Even if she can't follow God into heaven, she will follow Satan into hell."

In just half a second, less than a second, Nanajo Shining was rejected by Muromachi Yukiko. Nanajo stood there in the darkness of humiliation like a clown.

Minotaur and Vingitona

"...Good, I finally understand."

Qi Tiao lowered his voice.

"Understand what?"

"You are not my ideal bride at all!"

Nanajo's eyes lit up like two torches, and he raised his hands and shouted loudly: "In the name of the great old Kasap...!"

Qijiu chanted an incomprehensible spell, stretched out his right fingers with sharp claws and cut his left wrist. Blood spurted out immediately, and as soon as the blood dropped onto the floor, it began to evaporate and emit white smoke.

"Whoever destroys this witch will gain eternal life. Those who seek the supreme truth of the human world and aspire to a higher seat in heaven, destroy the enemy before you!"

As Nanajo cast the spell, all the monsters in the room came to life.

Yakushiji Ryoko, Muromachi Yukiko, and Shiraizumi Masu had a total of two canes and two pistols.

"Quan Yi!"

With this shout, Ryoko threw the cane over, and Shiraizumi Masaru quickly took it and stabbed forward with force.

At this moment, the memory of his left eye being blinded last night seemed to be awakened, and the winged man dodged the oncoming cane in panic.

The winged man lost his balance in mid-air and his speed dropped drastically. Seeing that his wings were about to hit the ground, he quickly climbed to a higher altitude.

"Bang bang bang-"

Bai Quanyi fired several shots with a gun and killed Yi Ren.

At the same time, another enemy, this time coming from the floor.

The tongue made a hissing sound that sounded like friction, and it was Hydra who moved straight forward.

The seven-headed Hydra had only one tail, measuring approximately seven or eight meters in length, with a body diameter of about thirty centimeters. Its fourteen eyes emitted a cloudy, intense light, and its seven long tongues twisted in mid-air like ribbons in a gymnastic exercise.

Shiraizumi Mashi glanced to the side and saw Yukiko Muromachi standing there motionless in fear, obviously frightened by the monster's terrifying appearance.