I'm slaying demons in the anime

Finally, Xiao, please protect your sister.

sorry……

Really

I'm so sorry.

I, I...love you...

Love you

father

Beichen Xiao was holding the yellowed paper, and it was not difficult to see from it that something unexpected seemed to have happened in this area of ​​Tokyo.

In order to deal with this matter, his own parents went to stop it despite being seriously ill, but ended up dying there.

My father must have been very sad when he wrote this letter.

I was reluctant to leave my children, but I had to go.

Even if you know you are going to die, you must complete it.

Beichen Xiao didn't know what the letter was about.

I don’t know what the other party said was left behind.

Even if he asked his sister, he couldn't get any information.

"Ah, why bother?"

Beichen Xiao sighed softly, stroked the paper in his hand, and finally put it beside him.

On the desktop, a photo stood out. In the picture, a kind couple stood in front of the torii gate of the shrine, holding hands, with lush trees behind them. The main hall of the shrine behind them shone with golden light in the sun, as if blessed by the gods.

Beichen Xiao and Beichen Lin, who were standing next to the couple, both smiled widely.

Anyone who sees this will think it is a happy family.

But after the death of Beichen and his wife.

The Beichen family quickly fell into decline, and over the years, countless people coveted their family business.

One can imagine what kind of life the two of them have been leading over the years.

Judging from the few pieces of information left by Beichen Xiao.

In recent years, Beichen brothers and sisters have not only had to deal with various black forces in the open.

All kinds of demons and monsters are even eyeing this place.

Although the Beichen Shrine has declined, it is still the place where gods live.

In addition, Beichen Xiao obtained the Dragon-Slaying Sword and was barely able to protect himself. Otherwise, it would be a question whether the brother and sister would still be around.

Beichen Xiao sat quietly beside the wound, without making the slightest sound.

elder brother……

At some point, Beichen Lin, who had returned, was hiding behind the door with a complicated expression, secretly staring at Beichen Xiao.

She sighed deeply.

Since his parents passed away, Beichen Xiao, who was originally a quiet person, has become even more silent.

This change continued until high school, when Beichen Xiao's condition became even worse. He had a gloomy face all day long, remained silent, and no one knew what he was thinking. Even his younger sister could hardly say a few words to Beichen Xiao.

Under such circumstances, Beichen Lin didn't dare to offend Beichen Xiao. He would retreat three points when he saw him and was extremely well-behaved.

But they are still blood-related siblings. If Beichen Xiao is sad, she will also be worried.

But recently, Beichen Xiao didn't know what was wrong. He would take the initiative to say hello to her when he saw her and help with housework.

It felt like he had suddenly become a different person. He was less gloomy and had a unique youthful coldness.

While Beichen Lin was thinking about these things, Beichen Xiao, who was sitting quietly, suddenly opened his eyes and looked sideways.

"Rin, are you free tomorrow morning? If you have nothing else to do, let's clean up the shrine together."

"Huh?" Beichen Lin widened his eyes. He didn't expect Beichen Xiao to say this at all.

"My father and mother passed away several years ago. No matter what, we should cheer up. Even if it's for their last wishes."

Kitagawa Xiao's voice remained steady.

"As long as I am here, I will not let this family fall apart. I will take back everything we lost."

Ignoring Beichen Lin who was staring at him in a daze, Beichen Xiao stood up and nodded slowly towards the photo on the table.

He didn't know if it was his illusion, but he vaguely saw that the couple in the photo were smiling even more brightly.

Beichen Xiao didn't know where people would go after they died.

But those who dwell on the sadness of the past will not be able to take another step, just like their predecessor.

Since he inherited the name Beichen Xiao, he is also obligated to shoulder the burden of the Beichen family.

Even though he knew that this world was filled with all kinds of monsters, gods and demons.

But he still won't stand still.

In life, there are always one or two things that you must do.

In that case, let's start by cleaning the shrine tomorrow.

"I...I have time tomorrow!"

Looking at Beichen Xiao's tall figure, Beichen Lin felt as if something in her heart was touched. She clenched her fists tightly and took the initiative to extend an invitation for the first time.

"Brother, let's clean the shrine together tomorrow."

"Ah."

Beichen Xiao heard Beichen Lin's answer and nodded.

At this moment, a golden light seemed to be faintly emanating from the photo and fell on the dragon-slaying sword on Beichen Xiao's wrist.

"I'll leave everything to you."

Faintly, Beichen Xiao seemed to hear a voice whispering in his ear.

Volume 1: Chapter 4: Cleaning the Shrine and the Cursed Girl

Beichen Xiao and Beichen Lin started cleaning the shrine today after having breakfast early in the morning.

This is not an easy job for Beichen Xiao and Beichen Lin.

From wiping the temple to pulling out the weeds in the courtyard, clearing the filth in the shrine and preventing demons from attaching to the shrine, all require two people to do.

Although Rin also cleaned the shrine on weekdays, as students, the brother and sister naturally could not spare so much time to clean the shrine.

So it lasted until about three in the afternoon, and the two of them had only completed about half of the work.

Beichen Lin was wearing a light pink shrine maiden's outfit, standing under the pink cherry blossom tree in the center of the shrine. The sun shone mercilessly on her slender body, and beads of sweat slid down her forehead, soaking the shrine maiden's outfit and outlining her slightly immature figure.

There was a hint of disappointment in Lin's eyes. She stared at the empty shrine hall with her brows slightly furrowed.

The money box placed in front of the shrine was empty at this time, with almost no money in it.

The shrine is a place where residents worship gods. Logically, everything here belongs to the gods.

However, as coins offered to gods, it is naturally impossible for them to fall into the pockets of gods.

Most of the coins obtained will be used as working funds for clergy.

Usually, the money here is basically used as Rin's pocket money.

However, over the years, fewer and fewer people have come to Beichen Shrine to pray, causing Beichen Lin's wallet to become visibly tighter.

After the death of his parents, the family finances were controlled by the elder Beichen Xiao.

But, Beichen Xiao had always been gloomy and silent before, and Beichen Lin was already very afraid of his brother, so getting money from him was extremely difficult.

but--

I still want it so badly——I really want the New Year’s money!!!

"I was planning to buy some new clothes." Beichen Linli wanted to sigh, but when she thought of the slang "happiness will slip away from sighs", she patted her face and cheered herself up.

"Come to think of it, isn't it cold, brother?"

Beichen Lin wondered as he looked at Beichen Xiao, who was still sweeping the snow in formal attire representing the Lord of God.

Although the New Year has passed, the temperature in Tokyo has not risen.

The cold winter wind blew past, causing Rin's wet body to shiver slightly.

"If you feel cold, go back and take a shower and change into clean clothes. It would be bad if you catch a cold."

Beichen Xiao, who was sweeping the snow, glanced at the shivering Beichen Lin and spoke in a calm tone.

"What about you, brother?"

"I'll go back after I finish this."

Beichen Lin glanced at the courtyard that was still half unswept and was about to speak when a cold wind blew and a stream of snot started to flow from her nose.

"Ah Qiu!"

Beichen Lin sneezed and felt that if he stood outside any longer, he would probably not be able to get out of bed tomorrow.

Seeing that his brother still had a calm expression in the cold wind, he seemed not to feel the cold at all.

Beichen Lin couldn't help but wonder when his brother's physical fitness became so good.

"Then brother, I'll come help you after I finish taking a shower."

Beichen Lin said this and planned to go back to the house first.

But unexpectedly, he was stopped by Beichen Xiao.

"It may be a little late, but happy new year anyway."

Beichen Xiao casually took out a red envelope from his pocket and handed it to Lin.

Hey?

"Can you really accept it?" Beichen Lin was surprised. She was just mumbling about the New Year's money, but she didn't expect Beichen Xiao to give her the money not long after.

And the thickness of the material doesn't feel like you could just randomly stuff a few coins or a thousand or two thousand yen into it.

"It's at least a token of my appreciation, just take it." Beichen Xiao said.

Although he was not very familiar with the customs in Japan, he thought that as a child, he would still need some money.

Even if you don't buy luxury goods or anything, you still need to buy some snacks to satisfy your hunger.

Looking at Beichen Lin's excited expression, he felt that there was nothing wrong with his behavior.

After handing the red envelope to Beichen Lin, Beichen Xiao turned his attention to the Beichen Shrine.

Although the shrine is a little dilapidated, judging from its construction specifications, Beichen Shrine is in no way inferior to those popular shrines.

According to the records of the Beichen family, the Beichen family was also a well-known local family during the Heian period.

But for some reason, during the time of Beichen Xiao's great-grandfather, things began to gradually come to an end.

To this day, no one knows who damaged the statue of the deity in the center of the shrine, and no one knows which deity is enshrined.

I can't help but sigh when I think about it.

At this time, Beichen Lin naturally saw the change in Beichen Xiao's eyes. The excitement of receiving the New Year's money was immediately suppressed, and he became a little uneasy.

Beichen Lin was naturally very clear about his family situation.