Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

How can I possibly say something like this out loud?

29. Nino/Gathering troops, Involution/Kyoko moves house

Day 51 of crossing

The deep, resonant sound of the morning bell was loud, long, and solemn, both distant and dignified.

Nino slightly raised her eyes and immediately saw a young face.

His youthful face had sharp features, with long, arched eyebrows, a straight nose, and thin lips. His calm and serene demeanor was evident even when he closed his eyes to relax.

The green melon breaks through the jade for the first time.

Then I looked at the man and for some reason he became more and more handsome.

Nino felt something trembling in the softest part of her heart.

After examining it for a while, Nino curiously turned her gaze to the man's hands.

The man's hand was placed in an inappropriate position.

Nino was more curious about why the man's hands were so fair and slender.

The nails, with their healthy light pink hue, have a soft sheen and look beautiful.

It is a hand so beautiful that you can't take your eyes off it.

She looks beautiful, her hands are beautiful, her whole body seems beautiful...

Hmm, there's something odd about this place!

"..." Kousaka Kyosuke, who got up early, felt a little regretful.

I regret being too indulgent last night.

At this moment.

The girl on the side blinked her bright, alluring eyes like stars, full of childlike curiosity.

It's roughly similar to the aftertaste of a first experience.

The girl's eyes never rested, her curious gaze constantly sweeping around.

Kyosuke Kosaka had some doubts about whether the girl had taken the required physiology class seriously.

It's a physiological education course that's semi-mandatory even in the most remote areas.

Is it not common in Aichi Prefecture?

Kyosuke Kosaka pondered this question for a long time.

She only moved slightly when she had to get up. Curious, Nino quickly closed her eyes, pretending to be serene.

Finally opening his eyes, Kyosuke Kosaka saw a face with tear stains and a blush rising on its cheeks.

The soft moonlight pierced through the thin paper curtain and fell on that pitiful face, making her look delicate and charming.

I'll come see you tonight.

After watching in silence for a while, Kyosuke Kousaka whispered something in Nino's ear.

As he dressed and left, he patted Miku and Kirisu Mafuyu on the head.

Even with new people, we must not forget the old ones.

As for Fujiwara Kaori? She's a very mature woman; she doesn't need these things.

Step out of the mansion.

Kyosuke Kosaka made up his mind.

I've been indulging myself lately, so I absolutely cannot continue like this!

At Chenshi (7-9 AM), on a wide, barren land in Youjing.

Kousaka Kyosuke met with members of the Sakagami and Nakahara clans, who were all dressed in light green hunting robes.

"It will be extremely difficult to maintain order in the rear during this campaign. Even I must lead from the front and coordinate with the various armies in battle. So I won't waste any more words. Are there any who are willing to risk their lives to achieve merit?"

After exchanging only a few pleasantries, Kyosuke Kousaka got straight to the point.

Upon hearing this, the members of both clans exchanged strange glances, their expressions turning odd.

Standing beside Kousaka Kyosuke, ready to serve at any moment, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka felt even more puzzled. "Aren't they going to say a few more polite words?"

Given that Kyosuke Kosaka spoke seriously and calmly, it didn't seem like he was teasing anyone.

The members of the Sakagami and Nakahara clans felt they were not being treated perfunctorily.

Therefore, he asked Kousaka Kyosuke a question very directly.

"Could you perhaps provide us with a clearer assessment of Kyosuke-sama's expertise in command, management, and combat?"

To this, Kyosuke Kosaka slowly explained:

"Hehe, you're joking. I, like you, have lived in Kyoto for a long time. How can my expertise in military affairs compare to that of the garrison soldiers in various countries?"

"They will come in a small group, and another 500 people will be selected from the clan. The members are all Onmyoji and brave warriors..."

A simple explanation.

Of the 1500 people in the team, 1000, or two-thirds, are elites.

Sending the remaining 500 people to select fire soldiers is like herding chickens and ducks into a small, inhospitable place.

The team is definitely not easy to manage; it's a thankless task.

Everyone has pride.

Most capable people look down on those who are less capable.

In this era, there's even less need to mention it.

Therefore, one must be somewhat capable, or at least have a respectable social status.

It is indeed a country where status determines position, and position determines everything.

Once we understand each other's backgrounds, we can definitely understand each other.

"As for wanting to know my combat abilities..."

As Kousaka Kyosuke spoke leisurely, he raised his hand and made a sword-finger gesture in front of him, his movements unhurried and deliberate.

The next moment, vines suddenly sprouted from the ground.

Countless vines intertwined with each other at an incredible speed, like chains, wrapping around everyone with lightning speed.

"This is only the power of an ordinary Onmyoji. In total, there will be thousands of Onmyoji participating."

In another instant, the vines vanished without a trace.

The members of the Sakagami and Nakahara clans, who had been bound, regained their ability to move and all fell silent.

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, witnessing this scene, suddenly realized what was happening.

It turns out to be a seller's market!

Just as he was thinking this, a large group of people walked in from a distance, and the two clans' disciples, who were still silent, all looked at him strangely.

Ayanokouji Kiyotaka looked slightly taken aback; the person leading the group seemed to be some kind of chief secretary...

A faint smile gradually appeared on Kousaka Kyosuke's lips.

Roll them all up and compete with each other!

When it comes to war, it's best to be mindful and not afraid of offending others. Take care of yourself first!

Day 52 of crossing

Kyosuke Kosaka brought Nino and Miku back to the mansion, and began training the new recruits of the newly formed organization.

The new recruits all came from clansmen who were members of the "Judge" and "Chief Clerk" management class, responsible for investigating and punishing violations.

Some of them were people who believed that joining the extermination movement would be profitable.

One by one, people eagerly joined, and in no time, the number exceeded 500.

Kyosuke Kosaka accepts all comers; in the end, he'll just keep the best ones.

For the next few days, Kyosuke Kosaka went out early and returned late.

What remains unchanged is the itinerary to visit Fujiwara Kaori's residence.

"...Kyo-Kyosuke-sama." As the sun set, Kirisu Mafuyu stammered as she saw Kousaka Kyosuke again.

Seeing the panic and fear in her eyes, her straight and slender legs instinctively came together.

Kyosuke Kosaka gave an awkward smile to Mafuyu Kirisu, who seemed to be making a hasty retreat, and didn't know what to say.

"...It's been a long time since I've seen Nino and Miku." Seeing that Kousaka Kyosuke wasn't speaking, Kirisu Mafuyu awkwardly tried to start a conversation.

At that moment, her friend Fujiwara Kaori was cleaning herself, so she had to chat with Kousaka Kyosuke.

Even though I'm not good at communicating, my scalp was tingling.