After having their fun, the Fujimura Clan finally make their way to the Cat Palace. At the gate stood two security guards who looked fierce and ruff.
"Who are you and state your purpose?", asked one of the Bodyguards with a scary and angry face.
"Emm? We are the Fu...Fujimura Clan who have been requested to protect you guys from a future prediction.", stuttered Suzuki as he explained what they are doing.
"Oh yes! Master Kiyoshi is expecting you. I'll go and request him now.", smiled the Bodyguard changing his angry face to a calm and happy face.
"Man he is scary!", thought Suzuki.
"There is no need, I am right here.", told a mysterious voice.
"M..Master!", bowed both of the Bodyguards.
"So you are the guys who are taking the Demon World by storm. It's a pleasure to meet such young and aspiring group! My name is Kiyoshi~nya!", introduced Kiyoshi.
"He meowed! Just like Keiichineko! Is it just a male thing? Anna doesn't meow, so it must be a male thing right?!", wondered Hebi.
"It's a pleasure to meet you too, Master Kiyoshi.", replied Suzuki.
"What manners! Now then, let's get you guys inside and get down to business.", began Kiyoshi.
Agreeing with Kiyoshi, Suzuki and the others follow the lead of him and enter the Cat Palace. Once they entered inside they could see a massive water fountain in the middle of the room which had a statue of cat in the middle of it. The walls were covered in beautiful baby blue paint with pure white vertical stripes. The floor was made out marble with a ruby red coloured carpet going down the middle.
"This place is amazing!", exclaimed Suzuki.
"Yeah! A far sight better than sleeping on your bed, Suzuki. Nyahahahahahaha!", joked Keiichineko.
"Like that's going to provoke me! If you carry on, I'll kick you outside and you won't come in at night every again.", threatened Suzuki.
Nya! I'm sorry.", piped down Keiichineko.
"Nyahohohohoho! That's quite the chemistry you guys have got there. Nya? It seems like we have made it to the Board Room. Everyone is waiting. So let's get down to business!', insisted Kiyoshi.
All of them walked into the board room and in front of them was a long table that was around 78 inches long and could fit at least 8 people around. Already in a room was a mature looking man and women, alongside a girl who was around Suzuki's age.
"Let me introduce you to them. This is my son and his wife King Naoyuki and Queen Asumineko. The young girl here is my granddaughter Princess Hikarineko.", introduced Kiyoshi.
"You must be the young master of the Fujimura Clan. It's great to finally meet you.", grinned Naoyuki.
"Likewise, King Naoyuki.", chirped Suzuki.
"F..Father...is that the Suzuki Fujimura!", beamed Hikarineko.
"Yes is it, Hikari. Don't be shy, introduce yourself.", told Naoyuki.
"My name is Hikarineko but you can call me Hikari.", chorused Hikari.
"Eh?! Sorry, even I can't just casually call a royal by their first name so easily, Princess Hikarineko.", Suzuki disclosed.
"A shy one you are~nyaa. Don't worry, you can call me Hikari when no one is around, kay.", teased Hikari while whispering in Suzuki's ear.
"Female cats do have nyaa at the end of their speech!", gasped Hebi.
"Princess Hikarineko! Please stop harassing the guest!", Kiyoshi yelled.
"It's okay, Master Kiyoshi. You know how long she has been waiting for this moment.", said Asumineko in a calm tone.
"Okay everyone. Shall we get on with this?", began Naoyuki.
"Wait dear, what about Hitsora?", mentioned Asumineko.
"He sadly won't be joining us. He says he has other business to attend to. I apologise for his rudeness, Master Fujimura.", apologised Naoyuki.
"It's fine.", chuckled Suzuki.
Now that the introductions where out the way, they all proceeded to sit down at the table. Hikari grabbed Suzuki's hand and said 'You'll sit next to me, kay!' and pushed him down on a seat next to her. It wasn't like Suzuki had any option so he went along with the flow. Since there wasn't enough seats, Keiichineko turns into his cat form and curls up on Suzuki's lap.
"Okay. As I am aware you guys only know that someone gave us a future prediction about some disaster that is going to strike us, right?", quizzed Naoyuki.
"That's correct. Do you mind me asking but who gave you that information?", asked Suzuki.
"The person who caused your popularity to spike, Mitsume Nejire.", revealed Naoyuki.
"Him?! Why did you get a future prediction of him?!", inquired Suzuki.
"Before he worked for Belephegor, he was a famous fortune teller. Around 5 years ago, we went to him and asked him for a fortune telling. He told us that 'on this day in 5 years, you will be betrayed by someone in your quarters in the mists of the night.'.", explained Naoyuki.
"I see~nyaa. When we did fight him, he did seem like he had that as a hidden talent.", agreed Keiichineko.
"Him a famous fortune teller?! Who would have thought! But to be fair he predicted my future. He didn't specify a time but it seem like he knows his stuff.", Suzuki pointed out.
"He didn't specify who it was but all we know is it's going to take place tonight. Will you lend us your power, Master Fujimura.", restated Naoyuki.
"Of course we will help!", Suzuki affirmed.
"Thank you, Master Fujimura! Your help is much appreciated!", thanked Naoyuki.
"Well now that this is settle, may I ask you if you know about the Nekogami?", queried Asumineko.
"The Nekogami?", said Suzuki in a puzzled tone.
"Yes, the Nekogami is the god of all the Neko Realm. They usually wield the power of light to protect these lands. The Nekogami usually works well with the Inugami, who wields the powers of dark. They bounce off each other and grow stronger together. He is a relic of our history.", chatted Asumineko.
"Really?! The Nekogami, huh? Did you know about this Keiichineko?", questioned Suzuki.
"Nyahahahahahaha! Of course I do! I wonder who it is and where they are?", said Keiichineko.
"Anyway Master Suzuki! Let me show you around!", cheered Hikari as she grabbed his hand.
Without even responding, she dragged Suzuki along and before you knew it, they both left the room.
"And they're gone. She seems like a cheerful girl. Isn't that right An...Anna! What's with that face?!", panicked Hebi.
"What face, Hebi!", shot Anna while looking angry.
"N..Nothing.", retracted Hebi.
Meanwhile, Hikari showed Suzuki all around and then finally showed him her bedroom. She told Suzuki to stay put as she put casual clothes on. Once she finished, she invited him back in.
"Please come in!", invited Hikari.
"Na it's okay, Princess Hikarineko", rejected Suzuki.
"We're alone so you can call me Hikari. Anyway, hurry up!", smiled Hikari as he grabbed his hand and pulled him in.
Once again, having no other option, Suzuki accepts his fate and enters the room. They talk for a while and then Hikari comes on to the topic of wanting to see the world
"You know, Master Suzuki. I've always wanted to leave here. I want to see the world and when I saw someone the same age as me accomplishing great things like you, it inspired me!", confided Hikari.
"Really?! That's amazing that you want to see the world! I'm sure someone like you could do that!", praised Suzuki.
"Oh you are going to make me blush! I wish I could but I have my duties as a Princess to fulfil. Unlike brother who practically gave up his role.", informed Hikari.
"Ah! I'm sure there will one day be peace across the land that will allow you to do that! That's what I am working towards when I become the Good Demon Lord!", declared Suzuki.
"I can't wait for that day to come, my hero!", expressed Hikari.
"Hero? But I haven't done anything yet.", Suzuki pointed out.
"I know but I am sure you will. Hey Master Suzuki, if one day I am able to be relieved of my duties, will you....will you...let me in your clan", fidgeted Hikari.
But before Suzuki was allowed to answer, a big bang erupted around the Palace...
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