Despite the continuous efforts of the three young gods, the wretched named Ryujin Tetsu set off to the haunted forest area in the youkai world before them."Is this the haunted forest in the youkai world? This forest doesn't look like its name at all! This forest only scares cowards, not someone like me who dares to wander!"After muttering so in his mind, Ryujin Tetsu headed straight into the heart of the forest. He walked alone like that, ignoring the wandering shadows around him. Perhaps the shadows in this forest had taken the lives of many lost travelers who stumbled into this forest before, yet they dared not harm Ryujin Tetsu. It seemed that these shadows were born from the grudges, anger, and stubbornness of individuals who could not let go of their animosities even after death; but these shadows also recognized Ryujin Tetsu as a god even more ruthless and cunning than themselves; hence the dangerous shadows in this forest only dared to retreat on either side with each step of
"Snow Sky-Dog, our master is calling you to his office for a discussion!" Kurogami Masayuki reminded Snow Sky-Dog in a calm tone. He knew well the reason why their master called Snow Sky-Dog to his office for a talk. If it wasn't because the three of them had defeated Ryujin Tetsu a few days ago, what else could it be?"Snow Sky-Dog, Kurogami Masayuki, how does this umbrella work?" Mizuchi Haruka asked, holding a magical item named "The Umbrella of Life and Death" in her hand."Be careful, Mizuchi Haruka! That umbrella is very dangerous! If you're not careful, it will suck the souls of all three of us!" Snow Sky-Dog exclaimed in horror when he saw Mizuchi Haruka trying to use "The Umbrella of Life and Death." What Snow Sky-Dog said was true! "The Umbrella of Life and Death" is an extremely destructive magical item! If not handled carefully, it can even steal the soul of the user."I was just trying it out for a moment! I'll put it down right now! I won't touch it anymore, are you sati
"What? Did I hear correctly, Kurogami Masayuki? Even you want to be challenged in that incredibly terrifying room?" The Water Deity of the Divine Council was utterly astonished by Kurogami Masayuki's words! He could not believe that a room that instilled such dread in those bold enough to enter it would be requested by his most favored disciple to allow him to step in, challenge himself, and seek out a new magical power."Respected Master, you did not mishear! I, Kurogami Masayuki, the God of Light, respectfully request to face and overcome the challenge in the 'Room of Trials'! I wish to grow stronger! I want to make you proud, dear Master! I aspire to become a deity worthy of being the elder brother of Snow Sky-Dog and Mizuchi Haruka." Kurogami Masayuki spoke with unwavering confidence, his eyes ablaze with the bright light of determination, a rare and radiant light indeed."Have you thought this through, Kurogami Masayuki? If you step into that room, you may never step out. That ro
"Is this the 'Chamber of Trials'?" Kurogami Masayuki gazed in astonishment at the scenery before him. It was indeed the majestic mountain where he had once fallen, where he had ended the life of a talented and loyal general. "Snow Sky-Dog was right! The scenery in this chamber evokes both nostalgia and dread for those who enter it! Haizza, Kurogami Masayuki, your most formidable enemy is about to claim your life, so you must be strong! No matter who the adversary is, you must defeat them! You can do it, Kurogami Masayuki. If your younger brother, Snow Sky-Dog, who possesses lesser abilities and qualities than you, can do it, then surely you can too. Rise, Kurogami Masayuki, for if your will is weak, you will not overcome this test! The challenge has only just begun, so elevate your fighting spirit and vanquish all adversaries, Kurogami Masayuki!""Kurogami Masayuki, I will compel you to retract all the words you just declared!" A voice, chilling to anyone who heard it, echoed from afa
After Kurogami Masayuki emerged victorious against the ruthless warrior known as The Goblin Bearing Celestial Destiny, he was about to depart from the "Chamber of Trials" when a resonant voice echoed gently into his ears."Where are you headed, Kurogami Masayuki?"Kurogami Masayuki turned his gaze towards the source of this pleasant, soothing sound. His eyes met an exceedingly beautiful figure. A man, youthful and handsome, posed the question to him. The man had a large yet graceful physique, clad in attire of a singular white hue. His gaze was sharp but not menacing like that of the warrior, The Goblin Bearing Celestial Destiny; instead, his eyes, along with his overall appearance, demeanor, and attire, exuded authority yet not entirely intimidation, coupled with an approachability that did not invite disdain."Huh? Are you asking me? I was about to step out of this room. I've completed the trial within this chamber! There's nothing left for me in here, so I'm leaving. Farewell to yo
In a divine tavern within the realm of gods, a cunning and malevolent deity was drinking in a state of despair and resentment, akin to a rogue contemplating suicide by alcohol as he felt his life had reached a dead end."Gah, how infuriating! I was so close to obtaining the magical artifact known as the 'Umbrella of Life and Death' from that mountain demon! Why did that wretched Snow Sky-Dog and his two companions have to show up just in time? Why do those three fools keep thwarting my life? I yearn to see them fail and be humiliated! Why does luck always favor them while I can only sit here drowning my sorrows in alcohol? I despise them! Why was I not chosen by the Water Patriarch of the Gods as his disciple, directly trained by him, instead of those three inferior deities? Snow Sky-Dog is merely a half-blooded fool with half divine and half youkai blood. He's just a reckless and careless brute. His only outstanding talent is seducing women. What does he have that surpasses me? Why d
"Is that all, cousin? Did you come here just to give me this information?" Ryujin Tetsu questioned his cousin with a tone that conveyed suspicion."If you want to hear more, I can still provide you with another piece of information, equally important, cousin!" Ryujin Tetsu's cousin smiled, a smile full of hidden meanings and mystery."What is it then, cousin? Come on, stop being so mysterious and spit it out!""Well, there is still a chance for you, 'Steel Dragon' Ryujin Tetsu, to defeat those three gods, the three most powerful gods among the students of this academy!" Ryujin Tetsu's cousin poured a glass of wine and then drank it all in one gulp. His gaze fixed on the handsome yet somewhat sinister face of Ryujin Tetsu, his cousin."Cousin, are you not joking with me?" Ryujin Tetsu held the glass filled with wine in his hand. He was about to drink it all, but he paused because of his cousin's words. "Wait, both Snow Sky-Dog and Kurogami Masayuki have new magical abilities, and both
"Kurogami Masayuki, Mizuchi Haruka, please come closer, I have something very important to tell you both," said Snow Sky-Dog. Although Snow Sky-Dog didn't intentionally appear mysterious, his facial expression seemed to suggest otherwise."What's up, Snow Sky-Dog? Don't tell me what you're about to say involves Seraphina Frostwind, your beautiful but arrogant human friend!" Mizuchi Haruka teased Snow Sky-Dog with a voice as sweet as honey and a smile as radiant as the morning sun rising at dawn."You got that right, Mizuchi Haruka. What I want to tell you is indeed about Seraphina Frostwind!""What? You're bringing that up as a response to what I just said, Snow Sky-Dog? Is Seraphina Frostwind the only thing on your mind, or is there something even more important than her?" Mizuchi Haruka retorted, though perhaps she had misunderstood something."You've got it all wrong, Mizuchi Haruka! Seraphina Frostwind wants to meet all three of us because we saved her friend, Yama Oni, in the bat