Kiyoyasu was chopping a tree while practicing his sword techniques. The fists of both palms were bruised and bleeding. But worth the results obtained. One by one, the tree trunks began to be cut. Taking off the armor he had been wearing. Seeing his people lifting tree branches. Wiping his face full of sweat. His eyes were shining. Feel happy because you can get material results to sell. The sound of three kunai being thrown into a tree. Kiyoyasu heard a scream from one of the instructors. Scolding an eight year old boy.
"Your throwing sucks! At this time, you can't! Do I need to put a target in the middle of the tree? Again!" he snapped.
"Good instructor!" said the boy confirmed his words.
Followed by students of the same age. They are competing to become the greatest killer like Saito Harumochi. The legendary killer 150 years ago. Right when facing dozens of monsters that are hard to beat. including The Blind Angel Snake. Together with Nesseus as a hero, he gives assurance to all Kingdoms that Edo Village is a town that must be preserved and visited like a visitor. Moreover, Nesseus was treated well by local residents. Saito as the representative of Edo Village feels honored to be able to help a hero like Nesseus. However, he died along with the other heroes. And Nesseus lost his precious friend. Since then, Edo Village has chosen to isolate themselves and train their skills, from samurai to assassins or ninjas. As well as receiving clients who ask to kill nobles who get in their way. Of course, Edo Village doesn't rely on missions or clients to survive.
Geta sandals lifted for a moment. Accidentally stepped on ripe leaves. He picked it up and put it in the basket on his back. His sword was sheathed again. He cut with a knife. Taking his skin while enjoying the hot sun.
"Absolutely peaceful."
"Kiyoyasu-sama!"
Kiyoyasu heard the voice of a boy wearing a kimono and a hakama. Seen running around carrying a carved wooden stick. Kiyoyasu turned to a beautiful girl with tied hair. Holding a three month old toddler and five year old daughter.
"Soga, don't run away!"
"Yuriko nee-chan is taking so long! Even though it's a little more," muttered Soga grumblingly.
This was natural because Yuriko, his wife was the first time leaving the house since giving birth to their second child. The baby's cry broke. Kiyoyasu approached his wife. He held her affectionately. His arm shook. Yuriko let go of her daughter's hand. Let him and Soga play.
"Danna-sama, I brought you some lunch."
Yuriko brought a bento wrapped in purple. Kiyoyasu walked and turned right. He sat under a dense tree. Yuriko followed, holding her son. Cherry blossoms grow in spring. Falling along with the tea brought by his beloved wife. The smile on his lips was so charming. At such a young age, she was able to give birth to two happy and energetic babies. Inversely proportional to him who wants a peaceful life. Outside, there are lots of young people enthusiastic about hunting monsters around Edo Village. And make them a temporary headquarters or just imprisoned. Hundreds of thatched huts have been put up in different positions.
"Ittadakimasu~"
Kiyoyasu split his chopsticks in half. He pinches his left hand, takes the cooked egg yolk. Then, took the tempura and chicken. Even if it was raw, at least he enjoyed it with a delicious dish.
Behind them, the figure of a man emitted a terrifying aura. Glaring sharply at Kiyoyasu who was joking happily with Yuriko.
~o0o~
"Father! Why are you silent about the marriage of a bastard man to the woman of my heart?" one of the men snapped at the older man.
His name is Yoriaki Nagasaki. Wearing full brown armor. His topknot hair is half bald. Bowing before his father, Yoshiatsu Nagasaki who is the Nagasaki clan, Ogasawara's main rival. The two of them were fighting over who was the best in Edo Village. Monopolized by the two clans, they continue to recruit and train their men to become the best. To the extent that, one in a hundred people, will be chosen as the clan leader. Later, the clan head will become an adviser to the Edo Village Chief. Kiyomasa Ogasawara, the man who commanded his 100 elite troops to fight the monsters that attacked the village. He mobilized troops by providing very extreme and Spartan training. As well as imparting knowledge to the Nagasaki clan even though they developed the rest themselves.
However, today's younger generation is still not ready to leave. Since losing Saito Harumochi 150 years ago, Edo Village seems to have lost its way to glory. Like a stone floating in the middle of the swift ocean.
Nearly 150 years later, Kiyoyasu from the Ogasawara clan managed to match Saito Harumochi's strength. As well as mastering sword and assassin techniques simultaneously. One more step, he will master his skills if he doesn't fall in love with a girl named Yuriko. At first, Kiyomasa's father forbade their relationship. However, because Yoshiaki planned to take advantage of this situation to marry her, in the end he had no choice but to remain loyal to the Ogasawara clan. And Yuriko is willing.
After marrying Kiyoyasu, they had two children. One of them is a man, protecting the clan from extinction. Those from the Nagasaki clan move to seize Yuriko. However, no one approached him because he was easily defeated by Kiyoyasu.
"Yoriaki…"
Even though he kept calling his son's name, Yoriaki didn't heed Yoshiatsu's words as the leader of the Nagasaki clan. His teeth gritted. His fists were unable to hold back the rising anger. It felt like the action he was taking to destroy the household was in vain. Yoriaki stepped back, begging to take his leave to calm down. Followed by Yoriaki's followers. After they left, Yoshiatsu heard soft footsteps coming from behind. Right in the corner kneeling behind him.
"Yoshitsu-sama."
"I know. Watch that stupid kid. Don't get near Yoriaki."
"Yes, Yoshiatsu-sama."
Instantly, his form disappeared. Yoshiatsu sighed. Didn't expect it to end up being troublesome.
After finishing his supplies, Kiyoyasu sat on Yuriko's thigh. Gusts of strong wind entered the surface of his skin including his wife. Yuriko received a head stroke. A thin and warm smile, melting his heart and mind. Kiyoyasu closed his eyes. Enjoying alone time.
"Will Kikyo be happy to have a younger brother?"
"So what?"
"Kiyotoda has the same face as you you know. You're both happy," Yuriko said quietly.
"Do not be like that. I'm so embarrassed you know."
Both of their faces turned red. Including Kiyoyasu though. Yuriko turned her face away. Her kimono cover half of her face. Her eyes twinkled as she flashed a fleeting glint. A sincere smile accompanied Kiyoyasu's head stroking.
Suddenly, her daughter Kikyo broke out in tears. Kiyoyasu and Yuriko stood up. The two of them met Soga who briefly held his child. Let him hold his toddler. Meanwhile Kiyoyasu wiped Kikyo's tears.
"Father… I—"
"Yes son. I know why."
He stroked his head smiling. Feeling grateful to be happy with his little family. Until Kiyoyasu heard the sound of bushes from behind. He looked back. Yoriaki's figure was behind him. Kiyoyasu made a frowning face. Harden his face because of his frequent appearances to annoy them.
"What do you want, Yoriaki? Do you know I'm busy taking care of children together—"
"Shut up, Kiyoyasu! I will not spare you! Make out in front of me! Is that a befitting attitude for the successor of your clan?"
"What are you talking about?"
Kiyoyasu tilted his head. Suddenly, Yoriaki drew his sword. Swinging his sword at him. The katana sword swing continued. Making Kiyoyasu dodge it without taking out a weapon.
"Danna-sama!"
"Do not come close. It's not dangerous."
Even so, a worried expression radiated from Yuriko. She didn't want her husband to do anything. Soga tugged at the cloth of his kimono dress, staring at his wife Kiyoyasu.
"I will ask nee-chan for help!"
"Please, Soga. Tell father to take Yoriaki-sama away."
"I won't just let you go!" Yoriaki snapped.
However, a swift swing of Kiyoyasu's katana sheath. His katana sword fluttered to the ground. Kiyoyasu gave off an ominous aura. The stomp of his feet planned to take out the katana sword that was sheathed. Yuriko's gaze begged her husband not to kill her. It was then, he stopped doing it. Kiyoyasu understood the situation. He gripped his katana sword behind its sheath. A long breath exhaled. Preparing to teach Yoriaki a lesson.
"Give me back my Yuriko!"
Yoriaki's vertical swing and initial attack, can be read by Kiyoyasu. He only moved half of his body. Studying every time Yoriaki took a step. Yuriko, who saw it, was flabbergasted by her husband's action.
Meanwhile, Kiyoyasu himself will not use his full strength. Just rely on the five senses or senses.
However, Kiyoyasu does not want to end up like his uncle, Hakabane, who is ambitious and wants to destroy himself with a bloody sword technique. Kiyoyasu promised not to use the technique again.
"Damn it! Why not hit it!" Yoriaki snapped.
Swing after swing continues. Kiyoyasu smiled broadly. Enjoyed the fight with Yoriaki. Yuriko did not understand her husband's attitude. However, he found himself enjoying friendly combat. Meanwhile, in Yoriaki's eyes, it was as if Kiyoyasu was mocking him. Though, he planned to get rid of anyone who would get in his way. Including Kiyoyasu from Ogasawara as well.
"There she is!" shouted Soga from a distance.
"Come here you killer!"
Apparently, those who had come to help Kiyoyasu were members of the Ogasawara clan. They walked quickly to the scene of the incident. Footsteps sounded resulting in the fight between them ending. Yoriaki looked away, clicked his tongue in annoyance because his fight was interrupted. Then, he left the both of them. Feeling that he loses mob if continued. His katana sword was put back in.
"Watch out, Kiyoyasu! Next time, you won't survive!"
Yoriaki left without looking back. Just shove his shoulders. Kiyoyasu looked at the man's back. Staring at him in astonishment. In the depths of his heart, he was unaware of the deep hatred. Especially Yoriaki behaved so Kiyoyasu himself.
"Kiyoyasu-sama!" snapped one member of the Ogasawara clan calling his name.
There were seven of them in total, armed with katana swords. Kiyoyasu frowned. Glancing at Soga with a big smile.
"Are you all right, Kiyoyasu-sama?"
"I'm fine. Why are you worrying about me?"
"After that, Soga-dono shouted for help to those of us who happened to be patrolling. So, we rushed there. It turns out-"
"Thank you guys for worrying about me, all of you. I will never forget your kindness."
Despite saying this, the people of the Nagasaki clan plan to take revenge on Kiyoyasu regarding the incident on the clan head, Yoshiatsu.
~o0o~
Long-cuffed owl sound. His two sharp legs perched on a tree. His eyes glared sharply in every direction. Pay attention to sounds and people around him. People clad in armor walked back and forth, complete with katana swords on their right hips.
Crickets chirp around the grass. One of the huts, the lights are still on. Some of them drank sake from the shop in question. Meanwhile the assassins jumped to and fro. Practice at night and stimulate the five senses. One by one, they jumped and hung from every tree. After that, the assassins watched the movements of the guards. They nod at each other. Rush towards the target location.
The moonlight is bright. Dozens of koi fish swimming in the fish pond. The small puddle swayed slightly. Splashes of water wet the rocks. That didn't bother Kiyoyasu who was leaning against the door. Fireflies flew around him. Take something there. Kiyoyasu rose from his seat. Geta sandals were also worn. The palms and forearms are covered in a green striped yukata, their traditional dress.
A smile on the lips accompanied by a katana sword he gripped. Fortunately, it is made of wood. So it can't kill anyone there. Quietly, Kiyoyasu closed his bedroom door. Letting Yuriko and her two children fall asleep. Forward standing position. Gripping his wooden sword. Unleashing all his strength. Swing with all your might to split the wind. Very strong blow. Destroyed the surrounding trees.
"It's been a long time since I swung this sword."
"Is that so?"
"Please, Soga. Tell father to take Yoriaki-sama away."
"I won't just let you go!" Yoriaki snapped.
However, a swift swing of Kiyoyasu's katana sheath. His katana sword fluttered to the ground. Kiyoyasu gave off an ominous aura. The stomp of his feet planned to take out the katana sword that was sheathed. Yuriko's gaze begged her husband not to kill her. It was then, he stopped doing it. Kiyoyasu understood the situation. He gripped his katana sword behind its sheath. A long breath exhaled. Preparing to teach Yoriaki a lesson.
"Give me back my Yuriko!"
Yoriaki's vertical swing and initial attack, can be read by Kiyoyasu. He only moved half of his body. Studying every time Yoriaki took a step. Yuriko, who saw it, was flabbergasted by her husband's action.
Meanwhile, Kiyoyasu himself will not use his full strength. Just rely on the five senses or senses.
However, Kiyoyasu does not want to end up like his uncle, Hakabane, who is ambitious and wants to destroy himself with a bloody sword technique. Kiyoyasu promised not to use the technique again.
"Damn it! Why not hit it!" Yoriaki snapped.
Swing after swing continues. Kiyoyasu smiled broadly. Enjoyed the fight with Yoriaki. Yuriko did not understand her husband's attitude. However, he found himself enjoying friendly combat. Meanwhile, in Yoriaki's eyes, it was as if Kiyoyasu was mocking him. Though, he planned to get rid of anyone who would get in his way. Including Kiyoyasu from Ogasawara as well.
"There she is!" shouted Soga from a distance.
"Come here you killer!"
Apparently, those who had come to help Kiyoyasu were members of the Ogasawara clan. They walked quickly to the scene of the incident. Footsteps sounded resulting in the fight between them ending. Yoriaki looked away, clicked his tongue in annoyance because his fight was interrupted. Then, he left the both of them. Feeling that he loses mob if continued. His katana sword was put back in.
"Watch out, Kiyoyasu! Next time, you won't survive!"
Yoriaki left without looking back. Just shove his shoulders. Kiyoyasu looked at the man's back. Staring at him in astonishment. In the depths of his heart, he was unaware of the deep hatred. Especially Yoriaki behaved so Kiyoyasu himself.
"Kiyoyasu-sama!" snapped one member of the Ogasawara clan calling his name.
There were seven of them in total, armed with katana swords. Kiyoyasu frowned. Glancing at Soga with a big smile.
"Are you all right, Kiyoyasu-sama?"
"I'm fine. Why are you worrying about me?"
"After that, Soga-dono shouted for help to those of us who happened to be patrolling. So, we rushed there. It turns out-"
"Thank you guys for worrying about me, all of you. I will never forget your kindness."
Despite saying this, the people of the Nagasaki clan plan to take revenge on Kiyoyasu regarding the incident on the clan head, Yoshiatsu.
~o0o~
Long-cuffed owl sound. His two sharp legs perched on a tree. His eyes glared sharply in every direction. Pay attention to sounds and people around him. People clad in armor walked back and forth, complete with katana swords on their right hips.
Crickets chirp around the grass. One of the huts, the lights are still on. Some of them drank sake from the shop in question. Meanwhile the assassins jumped to and fro. Practice at night and stimulate the five senses. One by one, they jumped and hung from every tree. After that, the assassins watched the movements of the guards. They nod at each other. Rush towards the target location.
The moonlight is bright. Dozens of koi fish swimming in the fish pond. The small puddle swayed slightly. Splashes of water wet the rocks. That didn't bother Kiyoyasu who was leaning against the door. Fireflies flew around him. Take something there. Kiyoyasu rose from his seat. Geta sandals were also worn. The palms and forearms are covered in a green striped yukata, their traditional dress.
A smile on the lips accompanied by a katana sword he gripped. Fortunately, it is made of wood. So it can't kill anyone there. Quietly, Kiyoyasu closed his bedroom door. Letting Yuriko and her two children fall asleep. Forward standing position. Gripping his wooden sword. Unleashing all his strength. Swing with all your might to split the wind. Very strong blow. Destroyed the surrounding trees.
"It's been a long time since I swung this sword."
"Is that so?"
However, kitsune cannot be equated with foxes. If the fox only has a smart brain, then the kitsune can merge with an object, which will affect it in battle. Moreover, kitsune is described as a figure who is nosy and never silent.
For some reason, there is a feeling of attraction towards Kiyoyasu. According to yōkai folklore, all foxes have the ability to assume human form. Basically, Foxes and humans started living close together a long time ago. Right the All Region was formed. This friendship gave rise to legends about other beings such as kappa, yokai, and beings that do not exist in this world. No one knows the origins of these creatures apart from the kitsune. However, they believed that they were from the Unknown Origin Dungeon even though the physical evidence was still ambiguous.
Usually, Kitsune have become intermediaries between the human world and the spirit world. It especially had something to do with the recent Unknown Origin Dungeon. Muramasa is one of those interested.
"The problem now, the creatures are hard to find. That last—"
Suddenly, Kiyoyasu looked back. Shadowy figures surrounded him, bearing the Nagasaki clan's coat of arms. Kiyoyasu clicked his tongue. They have interrupted the conversation with Muramasa's spirit. On the other hand, someone had opened a portal, which connected a monster with a mysterious portal. Out of dimension monster feet appear.