At least it's doesn't seem like a sacrificial ritual...
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I'm convinced.
Now all that's left is to show you being conquered.
I summoned representatives from the people. They will pass down the tale.
Much like deer or birds. They know that if they don't hide, they'll be eaten.
I've decided to leave them in your care.
Like you said, if you show them that you accept me, they'll do so as well.
What is going to happen...?
Someone appeared!
They're sure doing a good job hiding, though.
That's not a human...
Such splendid garb.
It's the amatsukami who planted those trees in the lake!
I thought you wouldn't come.
...I sense a great number of creatures.