Otaku Witch

If an ordinary Japanese witch were here, they would certainly be astonished, for here are the most powerful figures in New Japan today.

First was the current Master of All Nations, Butterfly Zhen, who just over a year ago was merely a village doctor witch; she truly transformed from a chrysalis to a butterfly. Originally gentle in temperament, she now had a touch of steadiness and majesty.

Behind her followed a girl with a cold demeanor; this was her sister, and also her shadow warrior guardian, Butterfly Ying.

The once little fishing witch, after enduring the baptism of war, had grown considerably, and it had been over a year. The young witch, who was still in the growing phase, had grown a lot, and her appearance was increasingly resembling her sister beside her.

Following the Butterfly sisters were two samurai with swords hanging on their waists, arriving together.

These were the two most famous Great Sword Masters on Japan Island today.

Walking ahead was the heroic beauty of Yagyū Shinkage-ryū's head, Yagyū Jubei.

Behind her was a warrior with a high ponytail and a reverse-edged sword, the owner of the recently opened Yorozuya in the city, named Battosai Kenshin.

Few knew the mysterious background of this Yorozuya owner; everyone only knew that this owner was truly strong. If help was needed, one had only to commission the Yorozuya, and things would be sorted out promptly.

Following them were the two directors of the Guard Bureau, Konoe Maki and Yuan Boya, this pair of good friends came together.

Following them was the representative of the Yin Yang Bureau, Abe Seimei, accompanied by Kamo Aki, attending the banquet.

Finally, representing the Heavenly Magistrate Office, Chiyoda Kujo and Wenwen, the sisters came.

They all received a mysterious invitation to attend this banquet, never expecting so many "familiar faces" would also be attending.

The Butterfly sisters and the two Miss Sword Masters eased up upon seeing the familiar Hyakki.

Hyakki was once the teacher of All Nations; All Nations' rapid growth was inseparable from Hyakki's support and assistance. Everyone was familiar.

However, the other guests made them a bit wary.

Though All Nations indeed won the final battle thanks to the defections of these three factions, it did not mean they truly trusted these three factions. After all, traitors who betray their old masters can also betray their new masters.

Even though these three factions have clearly stated their opposition to the Gosho Family, who truly believes them?

The Konoe Family and the Kujo Family are practically Gosho Family within the Gosho Family. And now saying they oppose the Gosho Family is as confusing as the Emperor rebelling against himself.

The Yin Yang Bureau was basically a dog of the Gosho Family in the past. It suddenly turns on its master; however you look at it, it's strange.

However, although they do not believe them, All Nations City is indeed helpless against these three families, for the power they hold is too important.

To bring calm to chaos sooner, the support of the Guard Bureau and the army's Heavenly Magistrate Office is indispensable; the Yin Yang Bureau holds the cultivation method of Yin Yang technique, namely knowledge and education.

So, although All Nations cannot fully trust these three factions, they must feign cooperation for now, with plans to strategically manage it later.

But now, this peculiar banquet left the four of All Nations uncertain, especially when they saw the two Crow Divine Dogs from the Heavenly Magistrate suddenly pull out two Tengu masks and merge into Hyakki, it bewildered them.

Thankfully, before their confusion lasted too long, a stunningly beautiful lady came up to greet them.

"Welcome, everyone, to the Hyakki's banquet, Lord Slick Ghost has been waiting upstairs for quite some time. Please follow me."

Ibuki Yuuki led the group to the Mirage Tower atop the mountain.

This time it's not the Mirage at sea; it's the real Mirage Tower. The tower above the Yoshiwara Flower District is merely a division of it.

As they reached the top floor of the Mirage Tower, they immediately saw the "familiar face" smiling at them from the main seat.

"Lord Battosai?"

The Butterfly sisters and Yagyū Jubei instantly widened their eyes, disbelief washing over them as they looked at the person who should have been dead.

Battosai Kenshin looked curiously at this predecessor. The Yorozuya owner's brow furrowed, not wholly understanding the matter, but found it irritating upon sight, her cross-shaped scar warping, a deep urge to attack.

"This can't be; Lord Battosai is deceased. We saw it ourselves. Who are you?"

The Butterfly sisters sternly questioned Lord Tsukimi Kuro on the high platform.

They could not forgive someone using the visage of a deceased benefactor to make light of matters.

However, Yagyū Jubei hesitated, then reached out to stop the sisters.

"Zhen, Ying, calm down. This really seems to be Lord Tsukimi Kuro himself."

Miss Great Sword Master discerned based not on appearance, but Qi.

Just like recognizing her leisurely disciple, the mysterious Battosai Kenshin as her teacher Tsukahara Isshin after sealing strength and memory for growth. Now, she recognized the peer and mentor, truly Lord Battosai, from the unique, dazzling sword intent.

After all, looks can be faked, but such pure, sun-like sword intent cannot be matched by another.

"Tch, actually recognized, huh."

Dorothy on stage was slightly surprised by Miss Sword Master's acumen, but seeing the Butterfly sisters brought some guilt.

No matter what, she indeed deceived the sisters; poorly said, she trifled with their emotions.

To her, Lord Tsukimi Kuro was mere fantasy play, but for the sisters, it was reality.

A benefactor who saved, a mentor taught, even life seen as another's strategic performance, being used as a tool. Such truth is intolerable for many.

Despite the Homebody Witch lacking malintent, anyhow you dodge it, she deceived them, toyed with their emotions, an untouched fact.

Hence, she's guilty.

Though acting carefree, the Homebody Witch was quite nervous inside, prepared for a sisterly pummeling. Fate must concede their venting would feel good.

But unexpectedly, though the sisters struggled after Yagyū Jubei's reminder, they didn't react in predictable rage, at least the elder didn't.

"It's really you, my lord; you are well, thank goodness."

Eventually, Butterfly Zhen exhaled and softly smiled, speaking earnestly.

Though she barely understood the rebirth of a benefactor, nothing pleased her more than knowing he still lived.

A mysterious benefactor before, now even more mysterious, was somehow acceptable.

Yet the sister, Butterfly Ying, irritably glanced at Dorothy. Little witch was happy her fishing inept sister lived but irked at such mockery.

She trained dedicatedly to avenge Tsukahara Isshin in duel, and now vision emerged alive, was a year's intent ridiculous?

Little witch fumed.

"You must be pretending, show your true form, or I won't forgive you."

Butterfly Ying declared.

Dorothy: "....."

Ah, well.....

Seeing the stubborn little witch's earnest eyes, the Homebody Witch seemed cornered.

After a while, sighing, she resigned.

"Alright, I'll show you then."

Saying this, she swiped a hand, revealing her true self.

.... Face of God activating....