Who Will Live, Who Will Die?

"Since I'm not going to live much longer anyway, I might as well do something meaningful."

The Fox God calmed down. "Besides, the Age of Gods also signifies a different kind of rebirth, so it's not a loss."

But the new god is merely a strange god who possesses the memories of the previous god.

For an individual, it is no different from death.

Shuya had no intention of hindering His decision.

The Fox God looked at Shuya: "Do you have any more questions?"

Shuya and said, "... Is there really no other way?"

No. Breaking the taboo only leads to death.

The Fox God answered without hesitation.

He paused for a moment before saying, "But... although we cannot change the inevitable outcome of death, there are still ways to Encho."

What method?

Shuya frowned.

"Strength can counteract Curse. I've been able to endure all these years because the Curse needs time to erode my power."

The Fox God didn't explain the deeper reason, but everyone knew that He could endure for so long not because the Curse was too weak, but because the Curse was deliberately tormenting Him.

"Before I reach the Age of Gods, I will transfer all my power to Rena. When that power is exhausted, it will be Rena's death."

"And this power can be replenished through Demon Power or Divine Power."

"..."

Shuya's expression changed; the meaning behind those words was far more significant.

... How will he obtain Demon Power and Divine Power?

The answer is obvious.

The Fox God said apologetically, "I'm sorry, this is the only way left."

"But since this matter arose because of me, I can't just abandon it and say I want the Age of Gods."

The Fox God turned to look at someone. "Hey, Onmyoji over there, could you come over here for a moment?"

"Hmm? Are you calling me?"

Haruno was very surprised and pointed to himself in confusion.

She glanced at Shuya and Yukino.

Yukino thought for a moment, then came over with Haruno.

Shuya watched from the sidelines, unaware of what the Fox God was planning.

The Fox God stared at Haruno with its large eyes and said with satisfaction, "Little girl, you have a very good spiritual constitution... Would you like to sign a contract with me?"

Do you want her to become Magic girl?

The Fox God happens to be white.

Shuya was the first to have this thought, but then realized it couldn't be that.

But a psychic constitution, I never imagined that Haruno would have this kind of constitution.

This kind of physique is also a good physique for becoming Onmyoji.

The Fox God, "Actually, the girl next to you also has a psychic constitution, but she already has a previous client, and she hasn't studied Yin-Yang arts."

The "first guest" obviously refers to the Snow Woman.

He said to Haruno, "If you are willing, I, the one who will live after the Age of Gods, will make a contract with you and become your Shikigami."

"Great! With a god as my Shikigami, am I invincible?"

Haruno's eyes lit up.

"Ahem, sorry. My strength will be at its lowest point after the Age of Gods."

Is that so?

Haruno very disappointed.

"But its potential is still very strong."

The Fox God added.

"Alright then."

Haruno looked reluctant, leaving even the Fox God speechless.

What kind of person is this? A god is willing to be your Shikigami and you're still not satisfied.

Shuya glanced at her sideways, thinking to himself: Damn, another one with cheat codes.

But... you're being a bit too obvious in your hint that you want to be my teammate, Fox God Shikigami.

Demon Power and Divine Power cannot be cultivated by Shuya.

He wanted it, so he had to steal it.

If you want to steal it, you have to fight...

The Fox God's move was intended to enhance Shuya and the others' fighting strength.

(But unfortunately you're wrong, I have no intention of dragging them into this.)

He looked at the Fox God without saying a word.

He remained silent, thus hindering Haruno's opportunity.

Being able to form Shikigami contract with a deity is a powerful opportunity to establish a sect or school.

If it is successfully passed down for several generations, it will become a new sect or a new large family.

Furthermore, Yukino's Snow Woman power can be passed down.

Shuya may be witnessing the rise of an extraordinary family.

... I wonder which two bastards will be lucky enough to marry them in the future.

Knowing that Shizuka Hiratsuka and the others would soon be unable to hold on, the Fox God immediately initiated the Age of Gods.

He glanced longingly at Rena, then whimpered a few times to the whimpering foxes.

The foxes lay down on the ground and knelt in sorrow before the Fox God.

Besides these Nine Pairs of Foxes, there are many other foxes hiding in the corners of the Shrine, kneeling in worship.

Soon, the Fox God emitted a white light from its entire body.

His body is dissipating.

As He dissipated, the chains that had bound Shizuka Hiratsuka began to break.

The Fox God gradually formed a sphere of light.

Then the light sphere continued to shrink, and most of the light turned into light particles and dissipated.

Similarly, most of the chains also turned into black particles and dissipated.

The towering sphere of light eventually left behind only two palm-sized orbs.

One sphere of light represents the Fox God's divine position and legacy, while the other sphere represents His Divine Power.

The sphere of Divine Power light floated towards Rena, hovering between her eyebrows.

The sphere of light spun a few times, and some mysterious black runes floated out from Rena's head.

The runes formed a black chain that began to rotate around the sphere of light.

Section 197, Chapter 181: Who Lives and Who Dies?

Then, the remaining chains on Shizuka Hiratsuka flew over and began to rotate around the sphere of light.

The two chains intertwine and rotate together, creating a unique aesthetic when combined with the sphere of light.

Seconds later, the ball of light and the chains sank into Rena's brow.

The orb of light represents the Fox God's last remaining power, while the chains are the Curse.

Once the power is exhausted, the Curse will take Rena's life, unless the lives of the Quintuplets are used to remove the chains.

After completing the final protection, another sphere of light began to tremble.

The sphere of light trembled and split in two, revealing a normal-sized, pure white fox that landed gracefully on the ground.

The fox looked bewildered for a moment, then felt a shadow fall over its head.

He looked up and exclaimed, "???"

A crowd of people looked down at Him, watching intently.

Then, Shuya grabbed His destiny by the scruff of the neck and lifted Him up.

The Little Fox didn't struggle; its moist, round eyes looked at Shuya with curiosity.

So cute.

But Shuya currently in a state of emotional turmoil and devoid of feelings.

He stared at the Little Fox: "Do you still have any memories from before?"

"Waaaaah."

The Little Fox nodded.

"Ha, you cunning thing."

The previous Fox God was adept at shifting blame; the god of this Age of Gods is no longer the same.

Shuya originally wanted to mess with Him, but now he really couldn't bring himself to do it.

Shuya clicked his tongue, turned Him to Haruno, and commanded irritably, "I don't care if you still acknowledge the promises made by your predecessors. If you don't sign the contract, I'll kill you right now. The choice is yours."

The Little Fox shuddered, sensing that Shuya had locked onto it.

He struggled to his feet, trying to lunge at Haruno.

Shuya let go.

He flew toward Haruno, and strings of incantations were drawn from his claws as he flew toward her.

Haruno absorbed the incantation without resistance.

Soon, she sensed a magical connection between herself and the Little Fox.

"Waaaaah, waaaah, waaaah!"

The Little Fox climbed onto Haruno's shoulder and cried out urgently.

"What is He saying?"

Shuya asked.

Haruno said with amusement, "He said you're terrifying and told me to take Him away from you quickly."

"Ah?"

Shuya took a step forward with an unfriendly expression, intending to slap him.

"That's enough, calm down. You look terrible like this."

Shizuka Hiratsuka stood in front of Shuya.

"Huh? You're telling me to calm down after being deceived emotionally for so many years?"

Shuya slapped Shizuka Hiratsuka's hand away, his eyes blazing with fury.

The atmosphere instantly turned tense.