A banquet proposed by Shanks, hosted by Mihawk and Gion, and attended by Sesshomaru and Princess Lingyue.
It had lasted from around eight-thirty in the morning until after six in the evening.
By then, the sun was setting and dusk had fallen.
"I originally wanted to drag you outside for a real fight, but it's almost eight. We'll talk again in a few days."
"I can tell you're a good guy. Otherwise, Shanks wouldn't have put his arm around you and drank with you."
"From today on, we're friends. If you run into any trouble on Sea Star, contact me anytime."
As Sesshomaru walked out of Shogun Castle reeking of alcohol, he recalled Mihawk's final words to him. Mihawk had been somewhat drunk as well.
It seemed the results of this trip had exceeded all expectations.
Not only had he gained Mihawk's approval, but he had also met another young Celestial Dragon.
"Madam!"
"Lord Sesshomaru!"
The demon soldiers who had been waiting outside the city called out one after another. Sesshomaru merely nodded in response.
An evening breeze carrying cherry blossoms swept past, dispersing the alcohol scent from his body.
As his Demon Power circulated, the lingering drunkenness in his mind quickly faded.
Once his thoughts cleared, Sesshomaru noticed many gazes watching them from nearby.
Although these gazes were concealed in various places, they were not particularly cautious. If anything, they were rather blatant.
They were likely the "informants" planted by the various families within the Flower Capital.
They needed to know Saint Mihawk's attitude toward Sesshomaru and Princess Lingyue.
Now, they had their answer.
The two had remained inside for nearly ten hours and had clearly drunk heavily. They must have received an enthusiastic welcome.
With that, Higurashi Manor had established its footing.
The Demon Race of the Four