Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

Fujiwara Kaori smiled gently: "It's alright, I've always dressed like this."

Now, she is increasingly aware of Kyosuke Kousaka's good qualities.

At the very least, they don't take clothing too seriously.

Otherwise, I'd be supervising both the fashion designer and the seamstress all day long...

Actually, she had dressed like this before.

After all, that was the most basic quality of aristocratic women.

It's different at home; as long as my husband likes it, I don't have to wear it.

Fujiwara Kaori herself didn't care.

Let's get back to the main topic.

To Fujiwara Kaori's surprise, her husband helped her solve the most basic problem of her identity this time.

If she recognizes a godfather, then living together won't cause too much controversy.

As for whether he was a sixth-rank official in the Central Guard Prefecture?

Fujiwara Kaori didn't mind at all.

Since it was a Taoist priest who introduced him, it means that this official will definitely be given an important position in the future.

How difficult is it to go from a sixth-rank official to a fifth-rank official?

If the Taoist priest were to become the Grand Secretary in the future, it would be incredibly easy!

Following the historical trajectory, Fujiwara Kaori knew that the Daoist priest would promote an Onmyoji who was not even a junior rank to the fourth rank.

Yes, it was the renowned Onmyoji (yin-yang master) of Kyoto—Abe no Seimei.

Unfortunately, very little information about him exists in the modern world.

Due to policies implemented during the Meiji era, the Koji family was suppressed, and even historical information about them was largely erased.

Fujiwara Kaori only learned about Abe no Seimei after searching through many historical materials at the time.

"Do you have any questions?"

"Yes, Lord Kyosuke, please rest assured."

"Do not mind."

"..." Fujiwara Kaori seemed to think of something, and her gentle smile froze.

Kyosuke Kosaka slowly turned his head, as if he hadn't noticed.

Fujiwara Kaori blushed slightly and couldn't help but secretly roll her eyes at Kousaka Kyosuke.

They were so close that they had almost no secrets from each other.

That doesn't mean they're willing to mention shameful things.

She was wearing many layers of clothing today, knowing it would be inconvenient to take them off, so she drank very little water...

Kyosuke Kosaka suppressed the urge to cough.

He realized that continuing the conversation was heading in a direction that would lead to less heavy-handed content.

The two of them were silent all the way.

Upon arriving at the destination, Kousaka Kyosuke watched as Fujiwara Kaori, led by a maid, entered the inner quarters.

I was introduced to the commander of the Central Guard Office by Fujiwara no Michitsuna, who had arrived earlier.

The so-called "Central Guard Prefecture"

It is an institution that protects the royal palace.

Based on the books that Kyosuke Kosaka once read in the library.

Its function was to "always be in the inner palace to provide comprehensive protection."

As the literal meaning of the name "Guardian of the Forbidden City," its most basic armed forces were also quite different from those of other guard posts.

Just as the most basic unit in the Bureau of Investigation and Inspection was the fireman, the most basic unit in the Outer Guard Office was the guard.

The most basic unit of the Central Guard Office was the Central Guard Attendant.

As it happened, Kousaka Kyosuke knew that all of these Imperial Guards were sons of nobles who held ranks between six and eight.

Therefore, it is inferred that this is a very important department in the palace.

The imperial palace was the center of power...

Kyosuke Kosaka roughly guessed that the Taoist priest was laying out his plans step by step through various departments.

Yes, Kyosuke Kousaka himself was also a pawn.

He was prepared to honestly take on the role.

He didn't want to cause any trouble.

"Daichi, this is the hero who participated in the extermination of Mount Oe."

"Lord Kyosuke, I am Fujiwara Daichi, the commander of the Imperial Guard..."

A kind, smiling middle-aged man was the first to greet us.

Kyosuke Kosaka quickly bowed: "I am unworthy of such praise as a hero. Your Excellency, thank you for your esteemed presence."

Earth... that's a strange name.

It feels familiar.

Anyway, never mind!

He has a high social standing, but the problem is that he needs this person's help to solve Xiangzi's problem.

To avoid Xiangzi facing criticism in the future.

"See, isn't it great?"

Fujiwara no Michitsuna whispered to the supervisor, Fujiwara no Daichi.

Kousaka Kyosuke remained silent. "You two are just whispering to each other?"

Fujiwara Daichi smiled.

Although he was still unwilling, he did not show it at all.

Suddenly, a servant rushed in to report that someone from the Genji clan had arrived.

Kyosuke Kosaka and Michitsuna Fujiwara exchanged a knowing glance—something's happened!

A moment later, a man dressed as an Onmyoji (yin-yang master) wearing a hunting robe with a gentian flower pattern respectfully bowed to Kousaka Kyosuke.

"Lord Kyosuke, Lord Raikou hopes that you can go to the Rashomon Gate immediately..."

"I know!" Kyosuke Kousaka replied quickly.

At the same time, he looked apologetically at Fujiwara no Michitsuna and Fujiwara no Daichi.

He quickly opened his senses and felt two familiar and powerful auras lingering outside the city, which made him very anxious.

The Ghost King's revenge has arrived!

"It's alright, Lord Kyosuke, please go ahead with your business," Fujiwara Daichi said knowingly.

Fujiwara no Michitsuna smiled and said, "I'll keep an eye on things here."

"Thank you."

Kousaka Kyosuke, trying to hide his emotions, smiled and then followed the Genji's Onmyoji.

Fujiwara no Michitsuna, who remained behind, watched Kousaka Kyosuke leave until he was out of sight, then let out a soft sigh.

"Daichi, Kyosuke may be a bit of a womanizer, but he's a real man. He's decisive and brave when things get tough..."

"I know!"

Fujiwara Daichi quickly and respectfully replied.

Dao Gang was originally close to the direct line of descent, and was certainly a supporter of Dao Zhang.

These words, which sounded almost like a warning, made Fujiwara Daichi's heart skip a beat, and he dared not hesitate at all!

Even if they are just young people in their twenties.

However, Fujiwara Daichi knew that Fujiwara Michitsuna's wisdom was extremely high, and many Onmyoji in the clan were extremely obedient to him.

What Fujiwara no Michitsuna is saying now... is clearly a warning to him!

This can be said to be very intimidating to Fujiwara Daichi.

And at the same time.

Fujiwara no Kaori, who had gone to the inner quarters, lingered without removing her hat.

Through layers of gauze, I vaguely saw two familiar faces...

Then, recalling what he learned from Kosaka Kyosuke that he would be marrying the daughter of the Chief of the Central Guard Bureau.