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"Um, Mr. Naruhashi, the final exam is about to begin, please hold back..."
"Okay, okay."
Ryosuke smiled apologetically and pulled Rika to a corner to comfort her.
It's fine if you don't mention it, but once you do, the whole place erupts in cheers.
All the participants stared wide-eyed at the man in the corner who was patiently coaxing the girl like a child.
"A Pillar...it's Lord Pillar?!"
"It's actually a pillar from Momoyama!"
"My God! It's actually Pillar leading the team himself to participate in the final assessment?!"
Exclamations and whispers spread like wildfire.
All the gazes directed at Ryosuke were filled with shock and awe.
For these swordsmen who haven't officially joined the team yet, this is practically a legendary figure!
What should have been an extremely cool and sophisticated scene of showing off was instead not something Ryosuke was in the mood for.
If you look closely, you can even see the weariness on his face.
Kanae keenly noticed Ryosuke's state and raised an eyebrow slightly.
Shinobu Kocho saw all of this and immediately understood.
She took a deep breath, forced a sweet smile onto her face, and stepped forward, very considerately taking Pear Blossom's hand.
"Sister Pear Blossom~ It was my fault, I apologize to you. And last time, I shouldn't have teased you like that, please forgive me, okay?"
Pear Blossom was taken aback and immediately stopped making a fuss.
Looking at Shinobu Kocho's "sincere" expression, she tilted her little face up, her nose almost pointing to the sky.
"Hmph~ Now you know! Too late!"
Shinobu Kocho: (╬▔皿▔)
Shinobu's forehead veins bulged, and her lips twitched slightly.
For my sister's sake! I'll endure it!
You flat-chested, brainless, stupid idiot!
Despite thinking that, Shinobu's smile widened as she spoke softly.
"Alright, alright, don't be angry. Next time you come to Butterfly Mansion, I'll treat you well and make it up to you, okay?"
"Hmph! That's more like it! Let me tell you, I haven't forgiven you..."
Like a pear blossom climbing onto a roof and tearing off tiles, it immediately starts showing its true colors.
Shinobu Kocho was just giving her perfunctory replies, her whole demeanor contorted in a way that seemed insincere.
At the same time, she kept giving Ryosuke meaningful glances.
Ryosuke understood immediately and took a few steps back.
Shinobu looked at her older sister and blinked.
Sister! I've created this opportunity for you! Go for it! I'm doing this all for you!
Kanae couldn't help but chuckle as she looked at her sister's submissive expression.
She looked at Ryosuke and asked softly.
"Mr. Ryosuke, you seem a little tired. Did something happen on the way?"
Ryosuke rubbed his forehead and slowly recounted his experiences over the past few days.
Along the way, pear blossoms practically grew all over him, constantly launching a persistent, affectionate offensive.
Meanwhile, the disciples of Peach Mountain all kept their eyes down, their noses closed, their minds at ease.
They either pretend to admire the scenery or give Pear Blossom hand signals; they're all traitors!
What's even more infuriating is that they seemed to take it all for granted, and not a single one of them stepped in to save the day!
Kanae nodded knowingly, her smile gentle.
"It seems that Rinka really likes Mr. Ryosuke."
Ryosuke smiled wryly: "I didn't expect her to be so good at mobilizing people."
If you think about it carefully, you can understand it.
After becoming a pillar, Ryosuke was often away on missions to slay demons, so he had very limited time to return to Momoyama.
Because of the new disciples' respect for the Pillars, they would only exchange a brief glance when they occasionally encountered Ryosuke.
We can't say we're just casual acquaintances; we're more like friends who exchange likes.
Therefore, Pear Blossom played to her strengths.
Lay a solid foundation! Do a good job at the grassroots level!
Gradually, she "turned" those disciples to the other side, leading to the situation we see today.
"Forget it, don't mention it."
Ryosuke steered the conversation back to business: "So, how are you feeling about this assessment?"
Kanae nodded earnestly: "Yes, I can do it, it's just that Shinobu has always..."
She looked at her younger sister, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes.
Flower Breathing is derived from Water Breathing, but its swordsmanship is more dazzling. Many of its forms are based on continuous slashes, which require a high level of physical fitness and endurance from the user.
Kanae is talented and has a taller figure.
Studying and mastering the art of flower breathing was not difficult for her.
But Shinobu Kocho is the complete opposite.
She is petite and has a natural weakness in strength.
That's why, in the original story, she needed to find a different path and create an insect breathing technique that suited her, focusing on poison and rapid thrusts.
The flower-calling is a derivative of the water-calling, and the insect-calling is a derivative of the flower-calling.
This alone shows just how arduous and difficult this path was for Shinobu Kocho.
"Do not worry."
Ryosuke comforted her, saying, "Everyone has their own path, and Shinobu will definitely succeed."
"Yes, thank you, Mr. Ryosuke." Kanae nodded.
Just then, footsteps came from behind.
"Giyong, slow down! I can't keep up with you!"
Chapter 70 As expected of you!
The rabbit's complaints rang out from behind.
Yiyong walked quickly towards them with a blank expression.
He was slightly taken aback when he saw Ryosuke, then realized that the assessment had not yet begun, and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Sabito excitedly ran over to greet Ryosuke after seeing him.
"Mr. Ryosuke! I never expected to run into you here!"
"Sabito! You've gotten a lot stronger!"
Ryosuke patted him on the shoulder and then said, "What brings you here..."
Sōto spread his hands and looked at Yūyū.
Just then, after finishing his instructions to Makomo, Giyuu turned his gaze to Shinobu Kocho, who was being tormented by Rika.
Ryosuke understood, and he, Sabito, Makomo, and Kanae stepped aside to watch the show.
Obanai glanced at it, then walked away without showing any interest.
Pear Blossom also noticed Giyu.
But the guy just stared at her without saying a word.
He just stares blankly with a deadpan expression!
Rika glanced at Shinobu Kocho and immediately understood.
"Here, this is for you."
Butterfly turned around, and Giyu happened to walk over at that moment.
Shinobu Kocho was somewhat surprised, and a peaceful smile appeared on her face.
"Wasn't Mr. Yiyong on a mission? What's he doing here?"
Yi Yong paused for a moment, then said without hesitation, "With your strength, you'll die if you go in."
Ryosuke: (?Д?;)
锖Rabbit: Σ(°△°|||)︴
Pear blossoms: (*°▽°*)
Kanae: (???*)
Shinobu Kocho: (╬▔皿▔)
Holy crap! Dude!!!
Is there anyone who cares about people this much?!
That's blatant mockery!
You could explain it more clearly, even saying "You must come back" would be better than this!
The veins on Butterfly Shinobu's forehead became even more prominent.