If that really is the case, I would have acted through direct means a long time ago.

Seems like it is in dire need of a large amount of life energy.

Oh my, it has accumulated pretty well.

More important than that, do you think you can revive that sparrow youkai?

If she happens to die, there will be a punishment waiting for you. Please think of my position, all right?

Eh, ah, yes. As you say.

She's all right. Though her soul is barely holding onto her body.