Everyone rushed at the snake monster and used their ultimate abilities to instantly deal with it … but they didn't.
Although the [Great Light Spell] suppressed the seven-headed snake monster, it was still powerful and needed to be dealt with cautiously.
Kaori released a sky full of insects, while Kazuko summoned a tremendous number of demons. Mika and Genji used the insects and demons as cover to approach and attack the snake's head. Feng Wu and Tomohisa flew into the air and cast a combination of wind and thunder. Kagura and Mayuzumi controlled Leah cast a large AOE of powerful ice spikes. Hoshi rapidly shot out arrows of light that exploded with thorns. Summer Night created many gigantic spiritual blades for Hitaka and Rona to attack together …
Everyone did their best and cooperated with each other as they fought fiercely against the snake monster! The snake monster gradually went berserk. It furiously spat out poisonous mist, venom, spiritual bullets, and released countless little snakes. The snake heads took turns biting, smashing, and swinging at the snake monster …
The battle was so intense that it could be described as a fantasy movie with a hero fighting against a giant monster.
Seiji maintained the battle formation as he watched over his companions and focused on providing support and defense.
Against this snake monster with its powerful regenerative abilities, they didn't need to kill it in one go. They needed to fight for a long time.
Its power seemed limitless, but it definitely wasn't limitless.
If everyone gathered their strength and fought together, victory would only be a matter of time!
…
Chiaki was already quite tired.
Her limbs felt incredibly heavy, and her throat had become hoarse. She really wanted to stop, rest, or even sleep.
But she couldn't.
The test hadn't ended yet. She had to persevere!
She knew that Seiji and the others were currently fighting for her. Even if it was for them, she wouldn't allow herself to die first.
Persevere, persevere, persevere …
Her consciousness became hazy as she gradually forgot herself. After an unknown amount of time, she reached an unknown realm.
"You've all done well," a mysterious female voice spoke up.
"You and the people you brought here have all done well.
You've all passed the test.
Apart from what I promised you, the people you brought here shall also receive rewards.
Thank you for stopping the snake. "
Chiaki then felt herself being enveloped by a warm feeling as her consciousness gradually returned to normal.
"Chiaki …" someone called out to her.
She slowly opened her eyes and saw a female figure in front of her.
The moment Chiaki saw the beautiful woman who was wearing a long dress and had the same long hair as her and a gentle smile on her face, she widened her eyes. Lost memories surfaced in her mind, and forgotten emotions welled up in her heart. Her whole body trembled, and tears gushed out of her eyes …
"Mom!!!"
Before her mind could react, her body had already moved, and her voice had already come out as she pounced towards the other party.
The woman welcomed her, opened her arms, and pulled her into her embrace. Tears also flowed uncontrollably.
The mother and daughter hugged each other tightly, tears streaming down their faces.
In the void, pure white cherry blossoms slowly fluttered.
…
Seiji stood under the cherry blossom tree.
After finally killing the seven-headed snake monster with great difficulty, he came to this place.
The white cherry blossoms were in full bloom, and the falling cherry blossoms created a beautiful scene.
He unfolded his folding fan, which was inscribed with the words "Tranquil Mind". He fanned himself gently and waited patiently.
"Please take on the role of guardian …" a young female voice rang out.
"What exactly do you need me to do?" Seiji closed his fan and asked.
"Something similar to what happened just now."
"Will it be very frequent?"
"I don't know …"
"And payment?"
"I'll protect you and your companions."
Requesting protection, and the payment would be protection … this sounded contradictory, but it was actually just mutual assistance.
"Then let's sign a temporary contract first," Seiji agreed for the time being. He intended to try it out first, and then refuse if he couldn't do it.
The female voice had no objections.
A flower petal glowed and floated in front of Seiji.
Seiji reached out and caught the flower petal. The flower petal transformed into a white mist that seeped into his palm.
And so, the temporary contract was formed.
…
In the Spirit House dojo, Summer Night and the others regained their senses. They all felt dizzy and had a slight headache. It took a while for them to regain consciousness.
Then, they noticed that Seiji was still in a Visualization state, as was Chiaki.
And then, Seiji regained his senses.
"Is everyone alright?" He checked on his companions' condition.
Everyone was fine. They were just rather tired.
Mika was worried about Chiaki. Seiji told them that Chiaki would regain her senses soon, and that she should be fine as well, so there was no need to worry.
After experiencing the trial just now, everyone's Spiritual Power had increased significantly, and they all gained new understandings. If it wasn't for the fact that they were tired, everyone would have immediately started cultivating and transforming their new understandings into results.
Seiji told them about how "Seiji Kamijou" had signed a contract with a Goddess.
"That Goddess … let's call her 'Shirasakura' for now. Her 'protection' will be able to improve the quality of our Visualization in the future. In return, we need to protect her and help her deal with her enemies just like in the trial just now.
She doesn't know where her enemies came from. However, I suspect that they're from the Messengers. That snake monster just now … and those seven people might have been sent by the Messengers. "
"It's currently unknown why they attacked Shirasakura. However, 'Kamijou Seiji' felt that he couldn't just ignore it, because Shirasakura Kagura is a friendly existence towards humans. "
The relationship between Seiji and "Seiji the Divine" was actually rather subtle. He was "Kamijou Seiji," but strictly speaking, he was not "Kamijou Seiji," but the actor who played the latter.
If he had to describe it, it was like a person playing a role in a movie that was very similar to him, or even playing himself. But no matter how similar the role was, it was still just a role. It was a character in the movie and not in reality.
If he were to delve deeper into this, it would be related to philosophy, so he wouldn't go into too much detail. In short, Seiji and "Seiji the Divine" were basically one entity, but they weren't exactly the same.
If it had been Seiji himself, he would have been incredibly cautious about Shirasakura's request. He might have even rejected it. However, "Kamijou Seiji" directly agreed.
'It might be the Messengers … to be honest, it's quite a pain in the ass. You Kamijou might not care, but it's different for me!' Seiji commented in his mind.
This could be considered a side effect of playing "Kamijou Seiji".
Since he had already signed the contract, he could only give it a try.
It would have been impossible to pass this test without "Kamijou Seiji". Not only did he pass, he was even recognized by a god. Who knew if this would be a blessing or a curse? But since he was borrowing "Kamijou Seiji's" power, he would have to take responsibility.
"Shirasakura Kagura Kagura is friendly? Wasn't she the one who took Chiaki Kagura's mother away? "Mika was confused.
"I'm not sure about that, either. You'll probably understand once Chiaki wakes up," Seiji told her.
Right after he said this, Chiaki regained her senses.
She blinked as tears silently flowed down her cheeks.
Everyone looked at Chiaki when they noticed that she regained her senses.
"Chiaki, are you alright?" Mika asked in concern.
"I'm fine …" Chiaki wiped away her tears and smiled at her best friend.
Seiji took out a handkerchief to wipe away her tears.
Chiaki also smiled at him. She then looked at everyone else and slowly stood up.
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