If Nura Nurarihyon had never met Yōki, then Hagoromo Gitsune would never have torn out his heart, nor would he have been cursed by her.
That way, Nura Nurarihyon would not have aged like a human because he lacked a heart. As a yokai born from illusory flowers and the moon in water, he actually had a very long lifespan.
And perhaps he would not have let down Yukina, who had loved Nura Nurarihyon for hundreds of years.
Chapter 13: Hatching Eggs... Pah! Sleeping
After hearing Mei's words, Yōki's heart surged endlessly. Being able to see the world outside was something she had always wanted.
But...
"I heard the maidservants and Onmyoji say... there are many yokai outside who want to eat my raw liver..."
Yōki was still somewhat hesitant. Although she had felt a little sorry before when the yokai that wanted to eat her had been beaten to death by the demon-subduing staff.
But she did not want to really be eaten by those yokai!
"With me here, no yokai will be able to touch a single hair on your head." Mei carefully studied Yōki before her. The more she looked, the more Yōki resembled Taniwara Natsu.
"...Well... let me think about it some more."
Yōki had wanted to go out and take a look before, but now that she actually could, she was instead a little hesitant.
It all felt too unreal. She had only just been lamenting it, and the very next moment, someone said they were going to take her outside.
"Whatever you want!"
Mei did not force the matter after hearing Yōki's reply.
"Um... who exactly are you?"
Yōki looked at Mei before her, not quite understanding who she was. The clothes Mei wore were something she had never seen before.
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