The Cursed Bloodline
Identity Actually

General Kitsune held out his clenched hands. Within his grasp were two choices. Life or death.

Nee looked sharply at the sly figure in front of him. He was not even sure, what Kitsune was really serious about writing the opposite meaning (Life or death). What if it was the other way around? If the fox demon turns out to write the word 'dead' on both chips, it is certain Nee will be killed soon

"You just need to pick one of the chips in my hand. Show everyone what your choice is! " grab general Kitsune. The two warriors took a step forward and unsheathed the sword on Zou and Nee's neck

" You're really sneaky, Kitsune! " sorry Zou

Mirai who saw her partner's life at stake could only clench her hands hard. He's so angry. The snare on his leg was still firmly restraining his movement. However, amidst Mirai's anger. A bright blue light suddenly shone from his gyok

"Wait for what else! Quickly you choose! " said General Kitsune loudly.

Nee started to slowly hold her hand. He hesitated, had to choose the right or left side. Both of their lives depend on their choice.

" I choose the chip in your right hand! " said Nee sure.

He reached into Kitsune's hand. Unexpectedly, Nee immediately swallowed the round-round Chip he chose. Everyone was astonished by the actions Nee had taken

" What are you doing! " said General Kitsune growled. Zou who noticed Nee only smiled faintly. He thought Nee would do that. That said, it is the only way to play fair.

We don't know what's written on the two chips General Kitsune gave us. Making one of the Chip invisible, is the best way to prove Kitsune is not cheating

" I've chosen my choice! No one knows if I chose life or death! Now you just show me the chip in your hand! If the chip in your hand says 'dead', then I automatically choose a chip that says 'Live'! " said Nee sure

General Kitsune's hands clenched tightly. He raised the hand containing the remaining chips. Slowly, he opened his grasp. All attention was on General Kitsune

One kanji hurup that says 'live' is clearly visible inside his Chip. A sneaky smile was engraved behind his mask. From the beginning, General Kitsune had guessed the actions of Zou and Nee. He knew that the two humans in front of him were not the stupid manuisas he often met.

Appeal wrote 'dead' on both chips. Kitsune prefers to play Nee and Zou by writing 'Life' on both chips. With his scheming, he wins the bet

"The chip in my hand says 'live', it means that the chip you swallowed must have written 'dead'!"

Sreggs....

Kitsune again thrust his sword into Nee's neck. However, he had not had time to slash the neck of his prey, he felt something cold land on his shoulder. Kitsune glanced back, a pointy ice sword unsheathed his neck

"B-how is it possible, humans can use magic to the fullest in the Yokai world? " Kitsune was surprised by the powerful magic air that Mirai released.

He even felt the temperature around him drop dramatically. Things that can't happen. Yokai world is a special world, humans will not be free to use magic in that world.

"Before you kill my comrades! I'll make sure to cut off your head first! " Mirai stared intently at the general in front of him. Blue magic rays coated his body. With his strength, he could even bring down snow in the clear sky. A small circle of snow began to fall, filling the beautiful night with stars adorning it

All of Yokai were aghast, simultaneously they extended their hands to welcome the falling snow circle "Behold! Snow falls in the starry sky! " said a Yokai while pointing at the night sky.

" It's almost impossible! Snow is falling in the world! Is this what Tora-sama means?! Is it possible that these humans are the figures that have long predicted their arrival?! "

All the residents of Yokai are rowdy. They were boisterously talking about an ancient prophecy as well as a figure called Tora-sama. Who exactly are they talking about? Hearing that the residents began to switch, Kitsune reminded them again. That the arrival of Mirai and the others is a threat to them

" Stop! They are just stupid humans who dare to enter our territory! You mustn't let your guard down just because of their cheap magic tricks! I'll make sure to kill them with my own hands! "

Wagngt...

General Yokai fended off the Mirai ice sword. He jumped away, mounted the horses and prepared to attack Mirai and the others.

Zou didn't waste a chance. In the midst of attention on Mirai and the General, he started calling out to Nee slowly

"Pst! Uhee! Hurry and help me! "

Nee instantly frees Zou from the bond that restrains him and removes the Gyoku seal in his hand. They finally move freely and quickly attack the Yokai warriors who are still off guard.

The battle cannot be fought. Zou and Nee fight with hundreds of Yokai warriors. While Mirai is still dueling one vs one with General Yokai. Their sword skills are balanced. Both Mirai and Kitsune were equally good at squeaking swords in their hands.

Brass....

Mirai bounced back. While justifying his sword, he stared at Kitsune who was launching a relentless attack towards him

"We came here for a purpose! We do not intend to interfere with the lives of the Yokai in this world! "

Kitsune again ran towards Mirai. " Human always says not interested in our lives. But in fact, they're always hunting us for immortality! "

Brasss....

Kitsune's attack is back. Mirai tried to resist his attack. The two swords swiped furiously, as if ready to slash the bodies of each other's opponents. Amidst that intense battle, a tiger roar broke the hot situation. A roar that echoed until it was able to make everyone freeze for a moment

A white magic cloud rolled in the night sky. The spring breeze seemed to welcome his arrival, with flower petals falling across the sky. A white tiger appeared from the white cloud scroll

Mirai could only stare at the astonishment of the white tiger-like creature that was now beginning to tread its feet on the ground. His body seemed to freeze, as the tiger looked at him straight in a different color. The white mane fluttered softly, with a black and white pattern that gave the impression of being regal and full of prestige.

The tiger started to approach Mirai. The long black haired girl seemed to be aghast as the Tiger's sinister face seemed to smile towards her

"Who is he? " said Zou softly, while staring at the wonder of the mystical creatures in front of him

" The snow falling in the world of Yokai is a symbol of good luck. Do you agree with me, General?" said the heavy and authoritative voice of the Tiger. He also approached General Kitsune who was still loyal to kneel respectfully

"It's an honor to visit this place. Tora-sama! " Now the view of the creature named Tora was fixed on Mirai

" Welcome to the Land of the Yokai, Princess" said Tora gently towards Mirai.

"Daughter? " mirai said as she furrowed her brows in wonder.

" I've been waiting for you for a long time. So will the Princess come with me somewhere? "

*Tora: Tiger

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Mirai slowly followed where Tora was taking her. In his mind, he was still curious as to who exactly the white tiger figure before him was. From the aura that emanated in his body, Mirai knew that he was not an indiscriminate creature.

"You must be wondering who I really am, Princess! " tora's speech made Mirai startled. How could he know what Mirai was thinking?

" Why do you call me Princess? Do you know who I am? "

" You'll know once we get to our destination, Princess!"

Meanwhile, Zou and Nee walk right behind Mirai. Compared to the tiger figure in front of them, Zou was more curious why the General Kitsune who intended to kill them in various ways also participated in their journey.

Zou slightly stole a glance towards the masked female warrior walking beside him. Zou's sour face was still clearly visible. He was annoyed to not be able to know the fox demon figure. The masked face made it difficult to guess the contents of Kitsune's mind or emotions

"Where are we going? Don't tell me you're gonna kill us in the woods!" said Zou sarcas. General Kitsune just kept quiet without answering Zou's question. That made Zou furious

"It's enough we're dealing with arrogant Kitsune! And now we have to deal with a tiger?! Hmh! "

Hearing Zou's words, General Kitsume's steps came to a halt. He looked straight at Zou, anyone would know that Kitsune's mood next to him was very bad

" Never call a great hermit such a name! "

" Great ascetic? Whatchu mean? " ask Nee. The three of them watched Tora who was walking hand in hand with Mirai right in front of them. Kitsune breathes pela, and begins to tell her who Tora really is

" Tora-sama is the Great Hermit who protects the land of the Yokai. A person who knows all the ins and outs of this world. A precise prophecy always comes out of it. He has outlived any Yokai in the world.

It is said that the Snow Goddess created this place to protect the Yokai from human greed. Tora-sama is tasked with maintaining balance between the Human World and the Yokai World. In addition he also became the guardian of the 3rd Pillar-stone"

"The 3rd pillar stone?"

Nee was stunned for a moment, he again remembered the rhyme that was in the white book of Nue.

'A pure power, a power that knows everything in the world. The power guarded by the figure of a mighty white magic spirit. There is only Black and White. Light and Darkness. Truth will bring justice. While vengeful, will bring regret'

Come to think of it, the riddle in the book actually points to the figure of Tora. Black and white symbolizing balance is clearly visible in the mane. Darkness and light emanated from the eyes that showed two different colors. Tora has eyes like tiger eyes in general, but the difference is the color of the iris. The right side shows a bright blue color, while the left side shows a bright red color.

"The mighty white Magic Spirit? So he's the figure in question? " murm Zou quietly

After walking through the forest in the middle of the mountains. Mirai finally arrived at the residence of Tora which is located on top of Yokai hill. A beautiful lotus lake greeted him. Thousands of fireflies filled the place, on their left side there is a view of the full moon that looks beautiful from the top of the steep cliff.

"We're here, Princess! " said Tora. Mirai was so fascinated by the place. A faint smile was engraved on her beautiful face when she saw thousands of fireflies flying above her

"Before you go to the place where the Pillars are. You must first pass through the cleansing lotus pond. All your fears, anger, regrets and whatever is hidden within you must be eliminated. It was the main requirement to take the 3rd pillar Stone!"

Tora invites Mirai, Zou and Nee to take a step closer to the edge of the pool. The pool water looked very clear, so clear it was even able to reflect the golden rays of the moon.

"Now the three of you, come closer to the lips of the lake! You need not hesitate, I am here to help you achieve the goal you have been looking for all this time! "

Although a little doubt. Mirai, Zou and Nee stepped onto Telaga's lips. Their self-reflection is clear. But not the appearance seen now.

Mirai's eyes were perfectly rounded when she saw her reflection in the water.

" Look carefully and see who you really are!

Hikari of Hoshi. Hirui of Tsuki and Yuki Mirai of Sora! " said Tora loudly