Ugh, no more games.

That's quite enough.

Go on. Open it up, show me what's inside.

I'm always watching.

A sight to behold.

Don't tell me that's everything...

Nothing lasts forever.

Well, what do we have here?

Show them.

Come on out.

Emerge!

Right now.

Right here.

Throughout history, only the Guuji of the Grand Narukami Shrine has ever held the rank of "Joukai." It is an honorary title, not related to the capabilities of the holder. But of course, if I were to declare myself the most powerful Joukai in history, I don't see why there'd be anything wrong with that.

Attaining the rank of "Meikai" requires one to decipher the workings of the world, transcend its limitations, and fathom all phenomena within. Usually, any who reach this level are granted a Vision and a lifespan far beyond that of the average kitsune.

The training required to become a Guuji's Assistant, or "Seikai," is arduous indeed. You must observe a myriad of harsh restrictions... There is only one way to make it through: snack at night, and make sure you don't get caught.

When training to become a shrine maiden, the title of "Chokkai" is granted once one has completed their requisite studies and can correctly chant for ceremonies. This might be very straightforward for humans, but it's the most difficult step for the kitsune... We are only foxes, after all.

Have you ever heard of a dish called "Kitsune Udon"? It's quite simple, really... Just Fried Tofu served on top of Udon noodles. What do you think? Noodles and Fried Tofu, that's all. Doesn't it sound heavenly?

Anything that has been pickled is firmly off-limits for me... I don't care whether it's Medaka or Kiviak, what sort of person can stand that vile stench? I, for one, am Guuji of the Grand Narukami Shrine, and I refuse to defile myself by ingesting such pungent things.

Peace and tranquility seems to be all the rage nowadays, but it gets dreadfully boring after a while...

My favorite pastime is reading other people's stories. My second favorite is watching other people squirm... If I could find a way to combine the two, haha... Oh, that would be entertainment in its purest form.

Oh? You'd like to know more about me? I'm willing to tell, but what will I gain in exchange, hmm? It has to be a fair trade. So you tell me all about you, and I'll tell you all about me. Deal?

Though I occasionally get a little weary of the sight of it — I can't exactly avoid seeing it at the Grand Narukami Shrine, after all — my fate is intimately intertwined with the Sacred Sakura.

Eternity means never having to let go of what you already have. But on the other hand, it also means giving up on all other possibilities. That's just the way of the world... No one can have everything.

Humans are just fascinating creatures, that's why I'm so fond of them. They live such short lives, but for the time they're around, they shine as bright as the midday sun. There are some whose light never grows dim, even over great stretches of time... These are the lives that make for real page-turners.

I suppose I should get some sleep. Hmm, I must say, I do find it hard to doze off peacefully without the soothing sound of thunder booming in the background.

Boring. Utterly boring... Ugh, what could have possibly persuaded these people to become authors? Say, why don't you write out your story and submit it to Yae Publishing House? I'm sure that would keep me amused— Ahem, I'm sure it would be a best-seller.

The moon is simply magnificent tonight. We mustn't squander it. Come, join me for a moonlight stroll — I won't take no for an answer.

Hmm...ugh, what a headache. What should i have for lunch? Not fried tofu again , I'm in the mood for something a little lighter today. Ah- I know. I haven't seen the Yashiro Commission girl in a while . Let's get her to make us a little something.

Morning . You look awfully drowsy, didn't you sleep well? Tsk-tsk, come on then, what is it? What mischief where you up to last night, hmm?

Many people dread the sound of thunder...To me , it sounds fondly familiar.

I always see the non-sentient kitsune pouncing head-first into the snow, scavenging for food… Hmm? You’d like to see me do that? Hah! I’m sure you would.

Personally, i think the idea of things stying the same forever is quite beautiful. *sigh* but alas, that is simply not the way the world works.

If this rain keeps up , my fur will be drippinng wet...

Most humans could have the entirety of their fleeting lives chronicled in but a few short lines...Their stories really make for terribly dull reading.

Hmm...traveling to other worlds is all that anyone seems be writing about these days. Haha, goodness knows what they find so disappointing about their own world.

I am the Guuji of the Grand Narukami Shrine. The purpose of my visit is to monitor your every move, for such is the order of the shrine... Oh, come on, don't be so nervous. Its only officialese for goodness' sake. I couldn't just go gallivanting around for no reason at all, could I? Now, come on, do something amusing for me.

Well, since you asked so nicely...

Alright, amuse me.

Whatever would you do without me?

What a nuisance.

Is that all?

So much for "eternity"...

What a dreadful ending...

The fun's over...

Now, you've got my attention.