“Yes,” Yurisen answered in a low voice.

“Why did you call out a warning?”

“Because… I thought you’d be putting yourselves in danger…”

“Who? Us?” San said as his expression changed to one of surprise.

Yurisen gave a small smile.

“That… I guess I wasn’t sure.”

“Well, thank you for your consideration. Since you’re here, I’d like to ask a favor.”

“Please.”

“Can you look over that young girl and her parents for us?”

“Them?”

“If the temple’s people ask for money, I’m hoping you could pay for it in their steed. Biyeon and I can pay you back when we return to the imperial court. Would this be possible?”

“Yes, I can do this. But why…?”

“We were able to save the young girl’s life, but in the process, I think we’ve alienated and infuriated the priests here. It also seems that a body that’s been taken over by evil spirits once before is considered contaminated and dangerous. However, that child has returned to normal. I can ensure that. Based on your reputation, I’m certain you can handle the situation without further unrest, right?”

Yurisen was momentarily at a loss for words. It was a burdensome...