-593- Talking more won't be of any use

In this moment, the extraordinary and expanding spiritual energy slowly surged on the three independent exorcists approaching from the other end, causing the entire corridor covered by the barrier to have a constantly swirling flow of spiritual energy.

———<Omnipotent Sword>.

———<Ogre Eater>.

———<Binding Princess>.

These three members of the Exorcism Division appeared in front of Rozen, becoming the obstacles in his path.

Since these three appeared, Rozen couldn't simply disregard all attacks and charge forward recklessly.

After all, even with the power of Kinu and Gyokuto, Rozen wasn't confident that the opponents couldn't stop his footsteps.

However,

"It seems the Onmyou Agency really lacks talent. To deal with me, they actually sent exorcists."

Watching the three independent exorcists slowly approaching him, Rozen chuckled and spoke these words.

Indeed, as the saying goes, each trade has its master. Dealing with spiritual disasters, it was natural to send exorcists. However, to deal with Jujutsu users, it seemed that mystical investigators were more skilled.

Hence, Rozen thought the individuals appearing before him would either be Amami Daizen or someone like Ohtomo Jin.

But,

"After all, the main duty of the Onmyou Agency is exorcising spiritual disasters. It seems reasonable that the mystical investigators lack personnel at the level of the <Twelve Divine Generals>."

Rozen shrugged, showing no signs of being cornered as one would expect from someone in his situation.

But Rozen was not wrong.

In the current Onmyou Agency, among the national-level Onmyoji designated as the "Twelve Divine Generals," only Amami Daizen is affiliated with the Mystical Investigation Division. On the other hand, the Exorcism Division has a total of four Independent Exorcists. It's evident that, compared to jujutsu crimes, the work of the Onmyou Agency leans more towards exorcising spiritual disasters.

Although Ohtomo Jin, who has now retired, was once part of the Mystical Investigation Division, it's not accurate to say that the Mystical Investigation Division lacks talent. However, the Exorcism Division currently has one Independent Exorcist in recovery due to an unfortunate injury. In terms of manpower, it's clear that the Exorcism Division has more.

And the consideration of facing Rozen as an opponent seems to be only among the Onmyoji ranked at the level of the "Twelve Divine Generals."

Given this situation, it seems only natural for three Independent Exorcists to appear here.

The question, however, is..

Just as Rozen was pondering something, the three individuals across from him spoke up.

To be more precise, it was Kogure Zenjirou who spoke up first.

"Surrender."

Kogure Zenjirou, tightly gripping the divine sword, stared at Rozen. He spoke with a calm and heavy tone he had never used before.

"If you surrender now, I can personally guarantee in my name that you will receive a lighter punishment."

Kogure Zenjirou actually said these words.

But this was not surprising at all.

Even though Kurahashi Genji was the mastermind behind everything, it didn't mean the entire Onmyou Agency was corrupt.

Among the active <Twelve Divine Generals>, only Miyachi Iwao was probably the one who truly knew all the secrets and chose to stand with Kurahashi Genji. The others probably didn't understand the truth.

At least, Rozen didn't think the three individuals before him were pawns for Kurahashi Genji.

Not to mention Kogure Zenjirou, who was filled with a sense of justice and responsibility. Even Yuge Mari, who was always meticulous and thorough, Rozen didn't think she would choose to stand on Kurahashi Genji's side.

As for Kagami Reiji, let alone mention it. He was not the kind of person who would aid tyranny, but rather the type who would act without hesitation as long as it caused a commotion.

So, from the perspective of these three, Rozen was probably just a student who had accidentally strayed from the right path.

"Excessive talent leads to a rampage. This is the tragedy of an onmyoji."

Yuge Mari said in a low voice, conveying to Rozen how these independent exorcists perceived things.

Apparently, they believed that Rozen, due to his excessively exceptional abilities, was not satisfied with progressing slowly, thus touching taboos and violating the laws of Onmyodou, resulting in the current situation.

Presumably, this was how Kurahashi Genji and Miyachi Iwao explained things to them.

After all, they had all witnessed the scene where Rozen's ritual of divine descent nearly caused a major uproar.

And now, in their eyes, Rozen was just unwilling to stop here and was preparing to escape.

In other words, regardless of Kagami Reiji, at least Kogure Zenjirou and Yuge Mari were acting from the correct standpoint.

Especially Kogure Zenjirou. Perhaps due to his good impression and perception of Rozen, considering their previous connection, he was now trying hard to persuade Rozen.

"With your talent, you will undoubtedly contribute in the jujutsu world in the future. There is no need to rush and touch the forbidden that should not be touched."

With a strong and forceful tone, Kogure Zenjirou spoke to Rozen.

"I don't know what exactly you have done, but just by looking at the coat you're wearing now, I know you must have conducted research related to Yakou."

This was correct.

It seemed Kogure Zenjirou had some understanding of Raven's Wing as well.

After all, the defensive robes of the Exorcism Division were replicated based on Raven's Wing.

In this case, such speculations are entirely normal.

However,

"The realm of Yakou is extremely dangerous. If one is inadvertently immersed in it, they would become akin to Yakou's followers. When you were in Onmyou Academy, you vigorously resisted, never allowing yourself to be possessed by Raven's Wing. Have you now fallen?"

Kogure Zenjirou posed this question.

On the contrary, Kagami Reiji grinned happily.

Then, Kagami Reiji spoke.

"Or could it be that you are truly the reincarnation of Yakou and have awakened?"

Kagami Reiji's words changed the atmosphere at the scene.

But this was probably what Kogure Zenjirou was worried about, right?

Judging by the current situation, Rozen seemed like he was possessed by Raven's Wing, and he had gained recognition from this legendary-level curse tool. Not only did he not go berserk, but he remained quite rational.

Given this, in the eyes of those unaware, it appeared as if Rozen had already been confirmed as the reincarnation of Yakou, and had awakened memories from a past life, which was why he acted in this series of events.

The evidence was in Kogure Zenjirou's following words.

"Are you really ready to once again embark on the deeds of your past life? Tsuchimikado!"

Kogure Zenjirou couldn't help raising his voice.

To this,

"Talking more won't be of any use."

Rozen seemed to realize that explaining was futile and didn't think these people would believe his words. He smirked.

"I'm sorry, I'm in a hurry. Please move out of the way."

He spoke without reservation, and the atmosphere finally became tense.

"It seems indeed talking more won't help."

Yuge Mari's face tensed up.

"Is this your choice?"

Kogure Zenjirou closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and then his whole body began to release a chilling sword aura.

"That's right! Just like this!"

Kagami Reiji finally burst into a blatant laughter, and a terrifying curse power surged from him.

A great battle was about to erupt here.