Rin had never held any reverence for the Campione world.
Let alone for a group of people who could not even reach the level of a Campione.
"Sayanomiya Family, correct?"
Rin did not give the old man any chance to refuse.
"From today onward, you will be the new head of the Sayanomiya Family."
With a single sentence, one of the Four Great Families that had ruled Japan for over a thousand years changed its master.
And the one he appointed was Kaoru.
The young girl was extremely surprised.
She felt nervous, but deep inside, she was even more excited and secretly delighted.
Although she had spoken up for her grandfather just now, her situation within the Sayanomiya Family had never been good.
As the only daughter, she had the right to inherit the family.
However, because she was a woman, her status within the family was not as stable as it appeared.
That was also why she preferred to appear in men's clothing.
But now it was different.
With Rin's personal backing, she would no longer be manipulated by the family elders and could truly take control of her own path.
Well, not completely.
After all, Rin still stood above her.
But what did that matter?
How many Sorcerers dreamed of serving a Campione?
At least she did not think serving him was something disgraceful.
"This…"
The former head of the Sayanomiya Family wanted to say something.
Unfortunately, Rin had no intention of listening and walked straight into the inner room.
"Clean this place up, then come see me."
He was speaking to Kaoru.
"Yes."
She responded immediately, turning and bowing to his retreating figure until he disappeared from sight.
Hateful. Damn lucky girl.
Several high-ranking officials, whose strength was second only to the former head, slowly regained consciousness.
They were filled with hatred toward Rin.
A mere outsider not only showed them no respect, but also struck them so brutally.
And Kaoru.
What had she done to deserve being appointed by The Seventh King?
As for the former head of the Sayanomiya Family, he wiped the blood from his face and looked deeply at his granddaughter, who still maintained a humble posture. In the end, he let out a sigh.
He understood everything now.
At first, he had thought Susanoo's order to test Rin was merely routine.
Although Japan had no Campione, they were protected by Susanoo and the Monkey God Lord as enforcers.
They were not afraid of ordinary Campiones.
But reality had given him a harsh slap and completely awakened him.
Old Lord, something has gone wrong.
After experiencing Rin's terrifying Magic Power, he realized something.
Could Susanoo truly deal with this Seventh King?
The Old Lord's command had been to seek foreign aid and let the Campiones fight among themselves.
But what would the price be?
If two Campiones went to war on this land, how many would die?
He did not care about the lives of ordinary people, but the entire Japan sorcerer world would certainly face catastrophe.
To choose The Seventh King, or to choose the Old Lord.
From the beginning, he had been weighing this question.
But now, it was no longer his decision to make.
Because Kaoru had already chosen a new master for the Sayanomiya Family.
"Hoo…"
Gathering the last of his Magic Power to stabilize his internal injuries, he walked to her side.
"This is a huge gamble."
"I know, Grandpa."
"Once we place our bet, we must win."
"I will."
Seeing that she understood, he felt both relieved and somewhat melancholic.
Fortunately, the Sayanomiya Family had a successor.
Even though she was a woman, her talent was no less than any man's.
Originally, he had intended to have her find a suitable husband to marry into the family and inherit the Sayanomiya name.
Now, he no longer had such thoughts.
The Sayanomiya Family had already chosen Rin.
They could only go all the way, without hesitation.
That also meant the Old Lord had to die.
If Rin failed and Susanoo retaliated, the Sayanomiya Family, as traitors, would surely be eradicated.
But what choice did they have?
Rin stood right before them.
Susanoo was nowhere to be seen.
Facing the possibility of being destroyed at any moment, they could only choose the one in front of them.
As for honorable death or loyalty, that was meaningless.
Susanoo protected the Seishuuin Family. What did that have to do with the Sayanomiya Family?
"Seventh King."
"My name is Rin."
He did not particularly like the title of The Seventh King.
If he was a King, yet there were six others, then that title seemed rather cheap.
"Yes."
Kaoru corrected herself respectfully.
"Rin-sama, is there anything I can do for you?"
"Find an open area. I need to perform a summoning ritual for a Heretic God."
"A Heretic God…"
Her breath tightened, but she quickly replied, "Yes. Please rest assured."
"Next is Susanoo, the one you call the Old Lord."
"How much do you know?"
"This…"
She did not know much about him. She only explained the relationship between the Sayanomiya Family and the Old Lord.
"So the Kuhoin Family and the Seishuuin Family are the ones deeply connected to Susanoo?"
"Yes."
"At least, that is what I believe."
She did not speak with absolute certainty. No one could be sure what old ties might exist.
In any case, since they had already switched allegiance, they needed to distance themselves from the past.
"Can you contact the heads of the other Great Families?"
"I can."
She hesitated.
"May I ask what you intend to do?"
"Notify them to come see me immediately."
"Do not say I did not give them a chance."
"Either submit or die."
"… "
"Um…"
She spoke cautiously.
"Please forgive my rudeness, but would such actions not cause social unrest, which might be unfavorable to your rule?"
"That is your problem to consider."
Rin sat at the head seat, took the tea Yuri offered, and sipped it.
"Out with the old, bring in the new."
"I only want to see results."
"Do you understand?"
(To be continued.)
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