Chapter 2:

A New Life in Yokohama

Jigoku no Kijo


"Civilian #1: Oh my goodness! Are those even real people?!"
"Civilian #2: No way! They must be some kind of cosplayers...!"
"Civilian #3: But they've got horns...!!! Are they even human?!"
"Civilian #4: They must be Oni...!!! We should stay away from them...!!!"
"Civilian #1: But some of them have human features...!!! With human skin, and they look just like us!"
"Kyohei: What on earth are these people keep babbling about us...?" 
"Yoshimura: My lord...I think we are in modern day Japan. I don't think they are well keen with us appearing out of nowhere."
"Kyohei (annoyed): You don't say... So this is modern day Japan...with all of the finest technology it seems..."
"Tsuneyasu: My lord, we are in Shibuya one of the special wards in Tokyo. In other words...we are in the capital of Japan."
"Kyohei: So Kyoto is no longer the capital it seems... We need to find some land where we can settle in peace. Men see if you can question any of these humans on where we can find some land."
"Ieshige: I don't think the humans are willing to approach us my lord..."
"Sayaka (carrying Azumi): They have a reason to be scared of us... Even though we have humane features... Our ears and our horns still make us stand out. The people haven't seen a Hanyo before, nonetheless even seen one in so many years."
"Kyohei: Sayaka is right... We can't expect the human won't even be afraid of us. We are hybrids ourselves...and they are most definitely afraid of our Oni companions."
"Civilian #4: What are you still doing here!?! Go back where you belong demons!!!" 
"Civilian #1: Do not disrespect them! Maybe there's a explanation was to why they're even here!"
"Civilian #5: Look! They even have children of their own as well! Is that a little girl I see...???"
"Civilian #6: I think it actually is...! But she has horns and pointy ears. I think she's still sleeping."
(Slowly, little Azumi began to stir from her slumber after hearing so much noise around Shibuya. Sayaka looked at her daughter as she comforts her, Azumi's eyes began to open as she looked around.)
"Azumi (groggily): M-Mother...? F-Father...? W-Where are we...??? Why is there so many people keep staring at us...?"
"Sayaka: Azumi... Go back to sleep dear. Everything's okay, you don't need to worry about anything..."
"Azumi: But I'm already awake mother... Why aren't we in Jigoku anymore...?"
"Kyohei: Azumi, everything's fine. We are in the Human Realm...we've decided to come to Japan, but just don't look around you too much."
"Azumi: Are these humans, father...???"
"Kyohei: Yes, little one. These are all humans but they are weary of us. Stay close to you mother while I deal with this."
"Sayaka: Kyohei wait, there's someone approaching us wearing some kind of blue uniform with a strange looking hat."
"Kyohei: I believe that might be a guard of some sort... Men stand down, I'll handle this."
"Police Officer: Excuse me sir but on earth are you and your companions doing here? Causing a disturbance in the streets? You know I have to take every single one of you down to the station!"
"Kyohei: We apologize if we cause such a disturbance but you see... We aren't exactly from here."
"Police Officer: What do you mean you aren't from around here...? And also what has happened to your eye?"
"Kyohei: It's a long story..."
"Police Officer: I need some kind of explanation for all of this." 
"Kyohei: Well first, we are all Hanyo and Oni... We come from Jigoku in need of a place to settle. And well we were all teleported to here in Japan."
"Police Officer: I don't know if you are simply spouting nonsense or are you just plain stupid?"
"Kyohei: Excuse me?" 
"Yoshimura: Hey! How dare you insult our lord in front of us! I should take your head for such ignorance!"
(General Yoshimura was attempting to unsheathe his own katana and deliver a killing bow to the police officer but Kyohei immediately ordered him to stop.) 
"Kyohei: Norishige wait! Stand down!!! We can't just start killing people!"
"Yoshimura: But my lord...!"
"Kyohei: Stand down General! That's an order."
"Yoshimura: Forgive me, my lord..."
"Police Officer: What in the world!?! Is that a real weapon?! Don't you already know that we've banned everyone from carrying a katana around anymore!?! We are not in Feudal Japan anymore!"
"Kyohei: Wait really? Look, I apologize on behalf of my general. We aren't here to take over or do anything chaotic and we don't mean harm to anyone around here. We simply are just looking for a place to settle in and live quietly for the time being."
"Police Officer (sighing): Well if you really are telling the truth then, please follow us to the station. I know someone who might be able to help all of you folks find a place to live here."
"Kyohei: Understood, sir. Alright everyone follow me!"
(The entire Umezaki Clan followed the group of policemen, as it was a sight to be seen. It appears that the other clans, the Tokushige, the Yamatsuka, the Iwatani, and the Hatsune were all in different places of Japan except the Umezaki who were randomly here in Tokyo. The thoughts of the Battle of Tokatsu still lingered in the Umezaki Clan's minds as Kyohei was still hurt by his father, Koichiro's death at the hands of General Kajioka. Even though Kyohei had slice open Kajioka's throat, it's unknown if the malevolent general of the Toyoshima Clan had even survive such a critical wound. Yet Kyohei still remained focused on providing a shelter, a sanctuary, and a stronghold for his men and his family.)

"Kyohei: I must offer my thanks to you kind sir for at least helping my people find a home."
"Police Officer: Don't thank me just yet... Mister...???"
"Kyohei: Lord Kyohei Umezaki."
"Police Officer: Right... You do realize we don't have any samurai around here anymore...right? And also where did you even get this armor from?"
"Kyohei: It's a long story but... My ancestors collected samurai armor from the souls of samurai who've fallen in battle and are taken to Jigoku if they are deemed guilty of sin."
"Police Officer: Wait seriously...?!"
"Kyohei: Well I haven't lied to you yet, haven't I?"
"Police: Officer: Alright, this is just too much to simply take in..."
"Yoshimura: You seen our appearances, our horses, our weapons, and our armors... What more proof do you possibly need?!"
"Police Officer: Listen... We've never seen your kind or race to possibly exist. You and your people have deemed as mythological creatures by records of history. We've already keep hearing news of elemental entities starting to appear out of nowhere across the world.'
"Kyohei: Elemental entities??? So you're saying that there are elemental users out there?"
"Police Officer: Well that's what I've been hearing... Anyways, we're here now, let me make a important phone call and all of you will shortly be settle in the country."
"Kyohei: Take your time."
(All of the Umezaki Clan waited hours upon hours to be allowed to live in Japan. But they didn't expect to be visited by the Prime Minister of Japan himself, as it appears the police had called the government. Now the Prime Minister and some government officials had arrived at the station, only to be greeted by the massive numbers of the Umezaki Clan."
"Prime Minister: Good heavens...! So this must be the reason you've gathered me here for."
"Kyohei: So are you the ruler of Japan?"
"Prime Minister: Well not exactly, I'm no ruler at all. We still have the Emperor but he's more of a figurehead now with less power."
"Kyohei: Let me guess... World War II, am I right?"
"Prime Minister: Yes... But the people don't want to talk about the war..."
"Kyohei: I see... Listen sir, we are looking for a place to live. I was hoping if you and your men could allow us to live in the country."
"Prime Minister: Well then let's discuss inside the station. Bring only your family inside please."
"Kyohei: Of course. Sayaka bring our children inside and follow me. The rest of you stay out here and don't cause a ruckus when I come back!"
(Minutes later, the Umezaki Family were inside the police station yet it seemed so bizarre in seeing a entire family of Hanyo being accompanied by the Prime Minister of Japan, some government officials, and policemen. A few seconds later, they settled inside a room where discussions were held between both sides, as could the chance, that the Umezaki Clan could be allowed to live in the country.)
"Prime Minister: Well believe me when I say this but, you folks aren't exactly the first to appear out of nowhere. We've already been having a lot of strange looking people start appearing out of nowhere in the country. And well as you can guess...the people are split between having them live among with them in the towns and cities."
"Kyohei: We aren't here to stir any hectic problems sir."
"Prime Minister: Well in that case, I suppose we can grant you citizenship here in Japan. But we have a lot of paperwork for you to fill out and some documents required"
"Kyohei: It's better then nothing."
(After many long hours of filling out paperwork and providing documents, the Umezaki Family were finally citizens of Japan even despite that they are suppose to be mythical entities. And of course, the entire Umezaki Clan were also been given citizenship as well. Kyohei and Sayaka along with their children young Yusei and little Azumi were now allowed to live in Japan but now they must decide where to live.)
"Prime Minister: I'm sorry to ask you this question but where exactly do you plan to live in Japan?"
"Kyohei: Well I thought Osaka might be a good choice but..."
"Sayaka: What about Kyoto instead Kyohei-san? You always wanted to visit there anyways."
"Kyohei: I know but I can't decided just yet Sayaka-chan"
"Prime Minister: Well for my advice, I suggest perhaps Hakodate if you want to live here. I heard a lot of different kinds of entities like yourselves have been living there now."
"Kyohei: I appreciate your advice Mr. Prime Minister but I don't think Hakodate may be a good choice for us..."
"Prime Minister: We still have a good amount of places for you both to live in."
"Yusei: Father, why not Sendai instead?"
"Kyohei: Sendai? Hmm...that could be a good place for us to live, Yusei."
"Azumi: Hey...what is that place here on the map...???"
"Prime Minister: Oh, that's just Yokohama it's one of our second biggest cities in Japan. Do you folks want to live there?"
"Azumi: Father let's live in Yokohama please."
"Kyohei: Azumi... I don't know about Yokohama... Sayaka, Yusei what do you both think about Yokohama?"
"Sayaka: I think it's worth a shot, Kyohei."
"Yusei: Well...I guess Yokohama wouldn't hurt to at least try."
"Kyohei: Well then. Yokohama it is then. I say we go there now."
"Prime Minister: Well our work here is done. I wish you good luck on your new home Mr. Umezaki."
"Kyohei: Thank you Mr. Prime Minister."
(Finally after so many hours had gone by, the Umezaki Clan headed towards down southwest to Yokohama, their newfound home. The Umezaki found a remote place to build a man-made island as they begin to build a castle near Yokohama's port. After some time and hard-work in the span of 5 months, the Umezaki Clan have built their new home in Yokohama, they decided to name their new castle, "Yotsumoto Castle". Not only that, but they also built a statue in memory of their previous leader, Koichiro yet despite their major loss in the Battle of Tokatsu. It seems almost everything was beginning to feel a lot better despite losing everything in Jigoku.)

"Kyohei (staring at the sunset): Sayaka... I think things might just work out for us here in the end. 
Sayaka: I believe so too, Kyohei-san."
"Kyohei: There's something about this tranquility and calmness... That puts me on ease despite all the bloodshed that's tainted our family's history."
"Sayaka: You and I both know that's not the case... We've moved on beyond what everyone in Jigoku has portrayed us to be. We are not savages by all means...we simply tried everything to provide for our people."
"Kyohei: You're right, Sayaka. But I still wished we could've prevented all of this from happening."
"Sayaka: Kyohei, it's not your fault. Some people may think that, but I don't believe it was your fault. No one could've expected that Greek god and his army to appear..."
"Kyohei: Someday we'll reclaim our home from him and eliminate the Toyoshima once and for all. Maybe then we can finally live in peace at last."
"Sayaka: Indeed Kyohei. Now there's something we must discuss about, Kyohei."
"Kyohei: What is it Sayaka?"
"Sayaka: Don't you think...we should purified Azumi? I believe something good might come from it."
"Kyohei: Purify Azumi? Why would we even do that? I'm not sure if purification is even appropriate for her, nonetheless even help her at all."
"Sayaka: I know but, I think perhaps she should be purified. It could possibly protect her from the family curse."
"Kyohei: Well...it's worth a shot to try. Let's purify Azumi then, first we need to find a good priest. Someone who is willing do the purification ritual without hesitation." 
"Sayaka: We'll find somebody eventually."
"Kyohei: I hope you're right, but what about Yusei?"
"Sayaka: Yusei still hasn't taking the news of his grandfather's death well... I think it's not right we force him in his current state..."
"Kyohei: I'm worried about him, Sayaka. Yusei hasn't even come out of the castle quite often... I think something's wrong with him..."
"Sayaka: Do you think...it might be the curse...?"
"Kyohei: No, I don't believe so. The way he's been acting doesn't like the curse's effects at all. Maybe he's just hurting on the inside... I have to go and speak with him."
"Sayaka: Then allow me to accompany you as well."
"Kyohei: Heh, arigato Sayaka-Chan"

-Meanwhile, in Tokatsu, Jigoku inside Toyoshima Castle.-  

"???: How much more longer is this going to take?!"
"???: Just keep focusing Nagao! You idiot!"
"Nagao: I am! You imbecile Yamauchi!"
"Yamauchi: Quiet you!"
"???: That's quite enough from both of you."
"Nagao & Yamauchi (surprised): Saikage-sama...???" 
"Saikage: How much more longer is Kajioka's healing process?"
"Nagao: We're nearly done so far Saikage-sama."
"Saikage: Good, because Lord Toyoshima has something in store for him after this."
"Nagao: I can't believe General Kajioka is still able to survive such injuries."
"Saikage: There's reason why Toyoshima selected him as general. Kajioka won't go down that easily."
"Yamauchi: I still can't believe we defeated the Umezaki Clan and witness General Kajioka killing their lord."
"Saikage: Lord Toyoshima has been most pleased for quite awhile now. That deal with Hades sure has helped all of us. Now Jigoku being ours, we can set our course into invading the Human Realm soon."
"Nagao: We still have reinforce the army for us even invade Toyoshima."
"Saikage: Lord Toyoshima already has a plan set in motion, he has installed the Matsudo Clan near Niigata to deal with the Umezaki Clan."
"Yamauchi: And soon enough the world will belong to us."
"Saikage: That's precisely what the Matsudo are set to accomplish and surely there will nobody stand in our way."
 
-To Be Continued...-

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