At the moment dawn appeared, the Demons and Monsters that had been attacking Kanda Shrine suddenly stopped in perfect unison, as though they had received some kind of command.
Not only that, but a closer look revealed that they seemed almost feverish, as if they were welcoming some great presence.
This caused the entire Kanda Shrine to feel as though it had been enveloped by pressure.
The Onmyoji all changed expressions and grew vigilant as though facing a formidable enemy, not daring to be negligent.
Under these circumstances, the Twelve Divine Generals stationed at Kanda Shrine also appeared one after another and arrived at the main gate.
This was because Miyoshi Jūgo, Kōtokui Shiraran, and Kōtokui Genjiku—the three Special Spiritual Officers guarding the rear hall and unable to take the battlefield—had just sent word.
"The enemy is here."
The three Special Spiritual Officers had provided only this information, prompting the members of the Twelve Divine Generals to come here.
However, not all the Twelve Divine Generals besides the three Special Spiritual Officers had arrived.
First of all, Miyaji Hanao, the strongest Onmyoji of the current era, was unexpectedly absent.
Then Kagami Reiji had also disappeared, and no one knew where he had gone.
Besides that, Zuiyue Junsuke was absent as well. It was not that he did not want to come; his physical condition prevented him from going to the front line. However, his shikigami Garuda flew through the air, telling everyone that he had joined the battle all the same.
Next, Kurahashi Genji, the leader of the Twelve Divine Generals, was naturally absent, leaving only six members of the Twelve Divine Generals present.
"Is it finally happening?"
Yuge Mari had already prepared the spell for deploying a barrier. As she formed hand seals, she bit her lip tightly.
"What