"Just when it seemed too late, the Divine Child stepped forward in a flash, stopping the monster's advance with a single palm strike. Her hand, white as jade, formed a stark contrast with the hideous, terrifying monster, leaving everyone utterly dumbfounded."
In the streets, a man with a folding fan was vividly recounting the story of the miko of Wa Island Grand Shrine vanquishing demons and evil spirits. After finishing one section, he picked up his tea and took a sip.
Wa Island had grown increasingly prosperous. More than a tenth of the world's population now lived on the island, while even more refugees resided on the surrounding islands. Whether this was Bao Bao's doing or the result of tectonic shifts caused by the appearance of the Corrupted Ones, many islands of various sizes had appeared around Wa Island. These became places for the refugees to settle, and they quickly built all kinds of houses, living crowded and humble lives.
After hearing the storyteller's tale, quite a few people cheered, while others tossed several copper coins onto his table. He thanked everyone and collected the coins one by one.
"Master, what you just said—did you see it with your own eyes?"
At that moment, a woman with long hair tied behind her head suddenly asked.
"Not exactly. No ordinary mortal like us could witness the Divine Child's heroic bearing. But I believe that if I ever saw the Divine Child with my own eyes, I would remember her appearance for the rest of my life."
The storyteller took another sip of tea before continuing.
"Although I didn't see this story myself, I believe the Divine Child must possess tremendous martial virtue. She might even be more heroic and mighty than I described. Beating a dozen monsters to death with one