Chapter 21

“It’s because you’re a holy knight.” “What do you—ugh!” “Holy power and demonic power are opposites. I’ll rub your back.” Celia retched over the toilet. She hadn’t eaten anything, so only sour stomach acid came up. “You’re only managing this because I’m a nine-tailed fox with the blood of a sacred beast.” Celia gagged again. “It’ll get better with time.” Breathing hard, Celia asked, “Then when are you taking it back?” “Why are you so desperate to get rid of it? I told you it’s good for your body.”