The admiral's face showed neither annoyance at being offended nor irritation at having his business interrupted.
Instead, he looked as though he had found a new toy.
"Fine."
Momonga turned to Rear Admiral Darian behind him.
"Make sure those approaching ships land safely."
"But before they land, ensure that all their onboard weapon systems remain silent."
Rear Admiral Darian immediately understood. "Yes, Admiral Momonga!"
He promptly took a Den Den Mushi from his coat pocket and relayed the order to the destroyers.
The "safe landing" and "remaining silent" Momonga spoke of were by no means a literal peaceful passage.
It meant using the Digital Race's technology to seize control of the incoming ships.
They would be unable to fire on this place and could only land for close-quarters combat.
Almost at the same time.
The silent Ketsuno Seimei walked over to Shogun Shigeru's side.
"Shogun, those onmyoji in black should be from the Shirino Family."
"I never expected them to collude with outsiders and launch an attack."
"But I must admit that Dōman, the current head of the Shirino Family, possesses extraordinary onmyoji arts. Please allow me to go and assist in battle."
Rokuten Muzō immediately objected. "Seimei, you are Edo's strongest onmyoji."
"At such a critical moment, how can you leave? You should remain at the shogun's side and protect him!"
Shogun Shigeru, however, shook his head. He looked back toward the Tenshu Pavilion, his eyes filled with deep concern.
Then he said firmly, "No, Mr. Seimei, please go provide support at once."
Ketsuno Seimei immediately looked delighted.
"Soyo. My younger sister, and that shrine maiden Okuni are still in the inner chambers of the Tenshu Pavilion."
"Though Sarutobi Ayame is protecting them, since the enemy has launched an attack on this scale, there is no guarantee they do