Amaterasu Must Die

Shuya had high expectations for Izumo Grand Shrine because the deities enshrined at this Shrine were extraordinary.

The principal deity enshrined at Izumo Grand Shrine is Okuninushi.

This deity is said to be the ruler of Central Land of Reed Plains, and once stood in opposition to Amaterasu.

He holds a very important position in Japan mythology.

To put it simply, Japan deities are divided into Amatsukami and Kunitsukami.

Amaterasu Omikami is the leader of the Amatsukami and resides in Takamagahara, Okuninushi is the representative of the Kunitsukami and resides in Central Land of Reed Plains.

The two sides had a series of stories surrounding the sovereignty of Central Land of Reed Plains. Specifically, Amaterasu to Central Land of Reed Plains and said that it should be ruled by her child. Therefore, she sent Okuninushi to ask Ōkuninushi-Ōkami to give up Central Land of Reed Plains.

Ultimately, the myth of "Kokuryori" and "Tensou no Uta" (the arrival of the Heavenly Grandson) was preserved.

Anyway, all Shuya saw in the mythology was Amaterasu's shamelessness.

Sugawara no Michizane noticed his expression and said, "Although I am old, the events of Okuninushi's time are too far removed from me. Amaterasu and the Imperial Family have erased all the truth; even as the God of Learning, I cannot see it."

"However, based on my speculation, Okuninushi and Amaterasu Omikami were probably not gods at that time. The myths of that era were still in the creation stage, and their appearance must have been different from what is known today."

Sugawara no Michizane and Shuya briefly mentioned His guess.

Those two great masters were probably just powerful Strange Arts at that time, fighting for Japan's hegemony.

At that time, the myths of Amaterasu and Ōkuninushi were only in their rudimentary stages, and there was no concept of who won or lost; they were simply two powerful deities.

The two Strange Arts each stole the authority of a god, led their subordinates, and respectively called themselves Amatsukami and Kunitsukami, and engaged in a fierce battle.

Deities like Takemikazuchi are likely based on mythological backgrounds combined with the subordinates of those two Strange Arts.

Then, while these two sides waged war on Earth, they also continuously fabricated myths and spread them throughout Japan to gain faith for themselves.

In the end Okuninushi's side was defeated, and the Amaterasu clan dominated Japan.

Then the Amaterasu clan completely abandoned their surname, making it impossible for future generations to trace their lineage; when they heard the name, they only knew it as Amaterasu.

This allows it to completely reside within the name of Amaterasu.

The Japan Imperial Family has been constantly promoting the name of Amaterasu to brainwash the people. Amaterasu's fame has taken root in the minds of the people, representing the imperial family's rule for generations to come.

Even if the imperial family were to die out, Amaterasu could easily rebuild it.

After consolidating their rule, the Amaterasu clan, fearing the resurgence of the Ōkuninushi clan and also in order to promote their own legitimacy, ordered the creation of a complete mythological story to serve their regime.

These stories are what later generations know as Japan mythology.

These stories are a mix of truth and fiction.

However, the myths Okuninushi lineage are definitely mostly false.

In the mythology created by Amaterasu, Okuninushi of Susanoo, and later married Susanoo's daughter.

Susanoo is a descendant of the Amatsukami lineage, which implies that Okuninushi was born with a status below Amaterasu, and is intended to fabricate the legitimacy of the descent of the Heavenly Grandson.

At the same time, the myth explains that the Okuninushi eventually went to the underworld to become a god, which was entirely to ensure that this lineage would never rise again for generations to come.

Sugawara no Michizane stopped there, not continuing the conversation.

Shuya was a little disappointed. He really enjoyed listening to these kinds of secrets, feeling that they had a heavy historical weight, and comparing them with the myths of his previous life was quite interesting.

He reminisced about the battle from back then, which must have been even more intense than Sugawara no Michizane's ascension to godhood.

Amaterasu's plan was very successful. If she hadn't offended Great Hua, she might have actually ruled Japan for generations.

But his mistake was that he became arrogant.

As he pondered, Shuya suddenly snapped back to reality. Sugawara no Michizane had said this matter was related to him... but why did he feel that he was the mastermind behind it all?

Shuya looked at Him, and the Heavenly God returned a gentle and refined smile.

After staring at each other for a few seconds, Shuya ultimately didn't voice his question.

No need.

Shuya said, "I basically understand the situation now. It seems that Amaterasu's power has truly exceeded my expectations."

He asked, "Anyone in all of Japan besides us who is hostile to Him?"

Heavenly God: "There are some, but most are scattered deities who are of no help to us because they are so weak that even Amaterasu ignores them. Apart from them, there is only one other pantheon that can disobey her commands."

Which one?

Shuya perked up.

He smiled, "The Inari Pantheon."

Shuya: "..."

"Hahaha! What a coincidence!"

Shuya laughed heartily and didn't pursue the matter further.

But to be honest, he did not regret attacking the Inari Divine Domain. The profound Power of Will of the Inari Pantheon was something he was determined to obtain.

Sugawara no Michizane didn't elaborate on the matter, only saying, "Inoue- kun, you've decided to attack Munakata Grand Shrine first, and then go to Usa Shrine, right?"

Shuya said, "Yes, I plan to gather my men and mobilize all my forces except for Mount Suzuka Seki Fortress to attack Munakata Grand Shrine directly."

After he finished speaking, he asked in return, "What are your plans, Heavenly God- like one?"

Sugawara no Michizane had already devised a plan, and said directly, "I estimate that Amaterasu will soon find out about your attack, and she will definitely take action. I'll stay here to help you hold off Amaterasu."

Shuya thought for a moment and said, "Alright, after all, you know Amaterasu better than we do."

He didn't think Sugawara no Michizane had any intention of preserving his strength.

Amaterasu were to gather all the gods to attack, it would undoubtedly be an extremely powerful force, Sugawara no Michizane would face considerable pressure.

Chapter 296 280 Amaterasu Must Die

Shuya said, "If Amaterasu a move, I'll have Otake-maru keep an eye on the situation and coordinate with you when the opportunity arises."

"Can."

After Sugawara no Michizane finished speaking, he checked the time; it was already dusk.

He then asked, "Would you like to set off now, or tomorrow?"

Shuya hesitated for a moment, then said, "Let's go tomorrow. We conquered the Inari Divine Domain today and fought a battle with the Heavenly God. It wouldn't be good to go on an operation in this state."

"Let's do it tomorrow then. A good rest is essential."

The Heavenly God nodded.

He mentally calculated whether the matter would soon be exposed.

He knew that Amaterasu hadn't reacted yet, so something must have happened, and His subordinates probably wouldn't come out to investigate casually.

It's likely that after killing Takemikazuchi, the Spear God had further plans, which led Amaterasu to abandon her assassination attempt on Shuya.

Shuya and Sugawara no Michizane thought the same thing. After listening to her words, he understood Amaterasu's personality and realized that even if Takemikazuchi died, she would not give up so easily.

He didn't encounter Amaterasu's next move, which means something happened to Him.

Shuya thought to himself that if Li Shuhong could kill Amaterasu, then he would be relieved.

But that's unlikely. If Li Shuhong could easily kill Amaterasu, why would he have waited so long to take revenge?

If Li Shuhong were to kill the top player in District One, it would definitely cause conflict between the two districts, so he dared not act rashly.

But Shuya is different; he's from Japan Administrative District, and he also has a pretext.

... No, that's no longer an excuse.

Amaterasu did indeed intend to assassinate him, Shuya could easily raise this banner and openly rebel against Amaterasu.

They could also use the pretext of avenging their master's death.

In this way, the Earth Federation couldn't really say anything.

The forces that Shuya has gathered are enough to make the Earth Federation abandon its immediate use of force to suppress them and wait for the outcome.

What was originally a battle started by Shuya out of personal motives has now become a new and more necessary reason for fighting.

Li Shuhong and Ikeda Ichinosuke are the two men who enabled Shuya to achieve his current success.

Even if Li Shuhong is using him now.

Even if Ikeda Ichinosuke didn't know him.

This is a responsibility he must bear.

The grudges of world wars, the entanglements of Japan mythology, the heroes, villains, and schemers who live and die.

This is probably the biggest situation Shuya has faced since he started training. This battle will reshape the landscape of the supernatural world in the Japan Administrative District.

Anyway.

--- Amaterasu must die.

This battle is to completely eliminate the imperial family that has long ruled the Japan supernatural world, and consign them to the dustbin of history.

This world no longer needs emperors.

Shuya let out a sigh of relief.

Sugawara no Michizane said, "Since we've decided to depart tomorrow, why don't you stay here today? Let our members get to know each other; we might be fighting together later."

"Very well, then I'll trouble you Heavenly God."

"No trouble at all. Here's what we'll do: you all enjoy exploring my Divine Domain. I'll host a formal banquet for you later."

"Then I shall respectfully comply."

Shuya nodded in agreement, without refusing.

After agreeing on the terms, Sugawara no Michizane asked his daughter to take Shuya and the others to their accommodations first before going sightseeing.

Led by His daughter, Shuya and his party left the main hall and went far away.

The Heavenly God- like figure and his men remained inside the hall.

One of the gods couldn't help but ask, "Heavenly God- like being, do you have a chance of winning this time?"

He wasn't against it, just a little uneasy.

Sugawara no Michizane replied directly, "I don't know... but... this is the best opportunity."

He shook his head and flicked his sleeve:

"Alright, you may go and make preparations. Don't be impolite at the banquet later; enjoy the peace and quiet tonight."

"Yes."

"OK."

His subordinates all withdrew, and the Heavenly God's wife, seeing him deep in thought, also withdrew without disturbing him.

Sugawara no Michizane a while and felt there was nothing to think about; the information was still too scarce.

He hesitated for a moment, then took out Amaterasu's scroll and attempted to unseal it.

But He failed; the power above was too strong.

"This power is much stronger than before... Didn't you pretend to be nonchalant and let me see it before? Now you're hiding it so well, isn't it strange that I don't know?"

Sugawara no Michizane quickly came up with many possibilities after a moment's thought.

It's possible that Amaterasu was seriously injured and needed to hide it, or it's possible that Amaterasu wasn't actually injured and was luring Him to attack.

This is an open strategy, designed to sow suspicion.

Sugawara no Michizane said in a low voice, "... But if something hadn't happened, why would you suddenly pull this stunt?"

He was now certain that something had happened to Amaterasu.

Inside the main hall, Sugawara no Michizane remained silent for a long time, only softly uttering two words:

"Spear God..."

Before we knew it, it was evening.

After exploring the beautiful Divine Domain, Shuya went to attend the banquet.