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Author Note:
[ ] = When Twilight is speaking.
{ } = When talking through Telepathy.
' ' = When thinking in your mind.
<< >> = When talking with your Pokémon or Tamed Beast.
--- --- = When describing a certain period of time OR Another place.
** ** = Point Of View i.e., POV
/// /// = In Call
" " = System and when talking to it.
「 」 = Thoughts being heard
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SILENCE.
TOTAL SILENCE.
Electro Archon's words put the entire Tenshukaku into such state.
Both the Kujou Takayuki and the soldiers with him, all opened their eyes wide as they were having hard time processing what they just heard.
From "Head of Tenryou Commission" to a mere "Foot Soldier". How can it be considered a promotion?
As they were lost in thoughts, Ei ignored them and turned her head at the door in front.
Ei: Enter.
At this, another person entered the room followed by a group of soldiers like before.
The person was wearing a grey kimono with a black hakama and a red haori. Just like Kujou Takayuki, this old man also had the saw arrogant expression on his face.
He was not only the head of Hiiragi Clan but also of the Kanjou Commissioner. Hiiragi Shinsuke.
The old man gave a glance to Kujou Takayuki and got confused seeing him lost in thoughts. Still, he knew that he can ask him later and decided to focus on the one who summoned him.
Turning his attention to the purple-haired, he bowed and spoke.
Hiiragi Shinsuke: Welcome Back, Raiden Shogun. It's good to see you fine. We thought some mishap happened to you along the way. Glad to see you back.
This old man was also as cunning Kujou Takayuki.
Even though he said that he was glad at her return, he also cursed her right on the face by saying his true thoughts.
Without showing any changing in expression, Ei nodded and spoke.
Ei: I am back and fine is thanks to you people who always 'pray' for me all the time.
Then in the next second, the electro archon twisted Hiiragi's words into her own advantage.
After all, while cursing or not, the people still had to think about the one they were cursing. Hence, basically, they were thinking about him or her.
Being the old fox Hiiragi obviously understood the meaning behind her words and his lips twitched since he can't deny that.
Hiiragi Shinsuke: Ahem. So, Shogun, Can I ask why do you summon me?
Ei: Um. I have heard of the deeds you did when Inazuma was in dire state. You didn't even hesitate to let go your hard-earned money, just to help people so that they won't not panic and retreated to a safe place...Your action really moved me.
Hiiragi Shinsuke: Haha. Your praise is unworthy, Almighty Shogun. I just did what anyone would have done in my place.
Even though he spoke with a smile, inwardly he was shouting and cursing loudly.
The reason why he did that was not because he wanted to but because he had no other choice.
Why? Well, most of Kanjou Commission economy came from the borders by making non-Inazumans travelers to pay hefty prices.
Thanks to their strong and authoritarian grip over Inazuma's border, most of their properties were at the port.
And when the enemies that, their first targets were the very ports itself.
As a result, before he could take any precautions or something, all his properties were destroyed. Hence, he had no choice to lend hand to the people since his money had already turned to ashes and blew away.
So, Ei's words were like knives that stabbed through his heart.
And if not because he thought that Raiden Shogun would reward him in case, he helped the people, he won't have bother doing so.
Therefore, among the three commissions, he was the one who was looking forward to this summon the most. As if waiting for the reward of his 'efforts'.
Ei: Um. Because of your some 'efforts', I have decided to award you.
Pausing for a second, she continued.
Ei: You see, I have heard a lot about how it was because of you that the economy and finances of Kanjou Commission kept on increasing more and more at each passing day. This is a proof that you are the best person to handle the whole Inazuma economy.
Giving him a deep gaze, she finally gave him his head.
Ei: So, as of today, you are dismissed from the position of head of Kanjou Commission...From now on, you are the finance head of the whole Inazuma. And the account of every person, buildings, lands, the commissions, and even this very Tenshukaku will first go through you, to be accepted.
Hiiragi Shinsuke: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ei: In other words, if you said that this Tenshukaku here is illegal property and showed concrete evidence along with it then even I will leave this place without uttering a single word of against it.
Hiiragi Shinsuke: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The old man's brain short-circuited hearing that.
He was only planning on getting some benefits, but never had he imagined that Raiden Shogun will give a huge gift to him.
For a second, he thought it was a dream and pinched his own leg.
Hiiragi Shinsuke: OW!!!
But then the pain confirmed him that he was not sleeping or something.
His shout also snapped Kujou Takayuki out of his thoughts as he gave him an envious look. He was getting 'demoted' while his friend of getting 'promoted'. Where is the justice?
At this time, Hiiragi Shinsuke started breathing heavily with ecstasy of his face. By getting the whole finance of Inazuma meant, he had full control over the economy of not only this Narukami City but also other islands of Inazuma. Namely Kannazuka, Seirai Island, Tsurumi Island, Watatsumi Island, and even Yashiori Island.
Means his economy will increase several folds.
It was not something he would be able to acquire in his whole lifetime even while all the ports were still intact.
Calming himself, he looked at Ei and knew what to say next.
Hiiragi Shinsuke: I am really honoured to know that Almighty Shogun think such highly of me. However, I think this position is too much for me. After all, an old man like me won't be able to shoulder so much responsibility. So, Can I decline?
Saying this, he bowed his head a little.
All the soldiers in the room were looking at him with surprise for decline such an offer. But on the other hand, their respect for Hiiragi Shinsuke rose a whole different level.
While soldiers were having such thoughts, Kujou Takayuki smirked while looking at Hiiragi Shinsuke.
'Kujou Takayuki: This fox really knows how to put such a false front. Inwardly he must be laughing loudly.'
Just like the head of Tenryou Commission said Hiiragi Shinsuke was really laughing happily inside. How could he let go of such opportunity like this? The words he said just now were just formalities. So, now he will spoke his true words.
Hiiragi Shinsuke: Still, if Almighty Shogun insists, I will reluctantl----
Ei: As expected, you are a great person who thought of Inazuma above everything else.
Hiiragi Shinsuke: Huh?
Ei: You know that you are getting old, hence, even if you accept this role and make Inazuma rise, it will mostly be thanks to you. In other words, when you die of old age, there will be no one who can take your place and Inazuma economy will start crumbling from then on, right?
Hiiragi Shinsuke: ...…Right.
Ei: I am very glad that you have already seen that far ahead. Good. Good. Good.
She nodded her repeatedly while praising him for some time before looking at him again.
Ei: Since you are doing this for Inazuma, it would be rude if I don't follow your wish and force you against your will. Hence, let's cancel the reward I was about to give you.
Hiiragi Shinsuke: Wait!!
Ei: I know. I know. It won't be possible to make you Head of Kanjou Commissioner again, now that that position has been stripped away from you...…What to do? What to do?
Crossing her arms, Ei started tapping her finger while going deep into her thoughts.
Just as Hiiragi Shinsuke was about to open his mouth again, Ei gaze fell on Kujou Takayuki as her eyes lit up.
Ei: Oh. I know. I have heard that both Kujou Takayuki and Hiiragi Shinsuke are good friends and meet with each other a lot. I even heard that you both have such a bonding that you understand the thought process of each other and did your work in a way that you can help the other party with great benefits. So...…its perfect.
CLAP!
Clapping her hands, Ei spoke while smile at Hiiragi Shinsuke. Though for the old man, it was a cold smile that sent a chill down his spine.
Ei: It's decided. From now, Hiiragi Shinsuke will join his friend Kujou Takayuki as "Foot Soldier" of Inazuma Shogunate. However, instead of going on the front lines Kujou Takayuki, he will stay in a same room with Kujou Takayuki and take care of his weapons, armours, clothes, money and other needs.
Showing both of them a gaze as if looking down on them, she continued.
Ei: It will be the best. One will become the symbol of strength for all soldiers and people of Inazuma while the other will take care of such symbol. You both really are made for each other.
Both the old man can't believe what was happening in front of their eyes.
Before coming here, they both were the head of their clans and commission but now they had been left as some kind of 'Foot Soldiers'.
On top of that, instead of giving a servant, maid, or woman, they both were ordered to live together under the same roof.
And what does she meant my taking care of each other needs!
Ei: That's all. You both are dismissed.
Kujou Takayuki & Hiiragi Shinsuke: Shogun, listening to u---
Ei: Oh. I almost forget. There is one more thing.
Interrupting them halfway, Ei gaze fell on the soldiers standing behind the two old man. There were at least thirty-fifty soldiers.
Ei: I want to ask, are these soldiers yours?
Kujou Takayuki & Hiiragi Shinsuke: Huh? Of course, they are ou----
However, they cut their words in short since they realized the blunder they were about to make.
Even though both the old man had gained the absolute loyalty from these soldiers, one way or another, they still belonged to Shogun' Army.
Saying they were theirs was clearly indicating that they were taking over her army. Hence, they can't say that.
Kujou Takayuki: Haha. We can say that but they are the part of Shogun's army.
Hiiragi Shinsuke: Yes. Yes. After its thanks to Shogun that we even get the opportunity to be protected by them. Hence, we are very grateful to you.
Hearing this Ei nodded.
Ei: You're right. And since they are the soldiers of my army, it's my responsibility to take care of them.
All of sudden, both old men started having a bad feeling as they straightened up.
Gulping nervously, one of them asked.
Kujou Takayuki: W-What do you, S-Shogun?
Ei: Ever since they have come to Tenshukaku, they were looking at me with rage, hatred, and bloodlust. If they can even look at me, the ruler of Inazuma, the electro archon, Raiden Shogun like this. They won't hesitate to back-stab you both in case they find an opportunity. Hence, it's my duty to make sure it won't happen.
The moment she said that, a purple polearm appeared in her hand.
Everyone in the room tensed up as they realized what was about to happen. And before anyone of them could open their mouth or do something, Ei moved.
ZAP!!
There as sound of electric and then...
SHIN!!
PLAT!!!
PLAT!!!
PLAT!!!
PLAT!!!
PLAT!!!
PLAT!!!
....
…
Tens of heads rose in the air before falling.
THUD!!
THUD!!
THUD!!
THUD!!
THUD!!
THUD!!
THUD!!
....
…
The old men can only look in horror as their soldiers were decapitated without even getting the chance to resist.
The fountain of blood came out of their headless bodies, dying both the old men and Tenshukaku in red.
Ei: There is only one ruler of Inazuma and that is me, Raiden Shogun. In case some one is against it and want to take by place, then there will be no mercy.
Kujou Takayuki: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hiiragi Shinsuke: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Both the old men turned pale as they heard Ei's extremely cold voice from behind.
And then…
SHIN!!
PLAT!!!
PLAT!!!
There was a purple flash before two more heads rose in the air.
As the heads of Kujou Takayuki & Hiiragi Shinsuke were rolling in the air, they witnessed their headless bodies and Ei who were looking at them as if they were just some insects before darkness swallowed their consciousness.
The reason why Ei even bothered talking to them instead of killing them right away in the first place was because Primis told her to. He wanted to check something.
When he was done with it, he gave her the sound transmission to do whatever she wanted now. And Ei wanted to kill. Hence, she did.
Ei: Hmph!
She then snorted coldly while looking at the heads of Kujou Takayuki and Hiiragi Shinsuke.
Once she did so, all the headless bodies fell.
THUD!!!
THUD!!!
THUD!!!
...
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*A/N: Please throw some power stones.
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