Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

The power of the highest-ranking officials is almost greater than that of the Emperor!

Although it is disrespectful, it is the truth.

On their side of the Nan family... for several generations, no one has held the position of Grand Councilor.

"Master Shiji, this time it wasn't me who provoked the trouble. It's just that yesterday I asked this Kyosuke for a peasant girl to resolve the conflict, but he refused, and now he's trying to retaliate!"

"..."

Kyosuke Kosaka stared blankly at Yasumasa Fujiwara, who was pointing at him and tattling on him to his face, his emotions somewhat indescribable.

Did I overestimate this person?

For some reason, Kyosuke Kosaka didn't want to hide his stunned expression.

"Public matters are public matters, and private matters are private matters! If the inspector has violated any regulations, you may report the truth to the procuratorial office as he suggested."

Shi Zi said calmly to Bao Chang.

Last night, he also learned from his wives and concubines about the conflict between Kousaka Kyosuke and Fujiwara Yasumasa.

At most, he would appreciate the unadorned melody within such matters.

I have no interest in learning more about the ins and outs.

Now, he is stepping forward to continue preventing the conflict from escalating and affecting the safety and stability of the surrounding area.

"...Yes, Mr. Shi Zi."

Bao Chang hurriedly bowed respectfully to Shi Zi.

Kyosuke Kosaka echoed this sentiment: "Thank you for speaking up for me, Lord Gonchunagon."

Looking at the two of them, Shi Zi nodded and left.

Let's leave it at that.

Kyosuke Kousaka, head bowed and eyes downcast, prepares to begin...

37. Governance/Planning/She got anxious

"If Lord Baochang has no objections, shall we continue the inspection?"

After Fujiwara Saneyuki left, Kousaka Kyosuke took the initiative to speak.

"Humph!"

Fujiwara Yasumasa gave a heavy snort, remaining noncommittal.

Kousaka Kyosuke added:

"If you still don't trust me, Lord Baochang can stay here and watch. Also, can you send your men away? It's never good to disrupt the market."

Fujiwara Yasumasa, his face grim, flung his hand behind him.

The group of people behind him quickly dispersed and disappeared in a short while.

"Then let's get started."

Kyosuke Kosaka nodded and entered the shop selling swords in front of him.

Under the indifferent gaze of Fujiwara Yasumasa, the two fire chiefs, sweating profusely, quickly followed Kousaka Kyosuke.

Kiyotaka Ayanokoji, who was also following Kyosuke Kousaka, felt a strong and unsettling sense of unease welling up inside him.

My heart was pounding uncontrollably.

To be precise, it was completely out of control!

Yesterday, my sister told me that when this military general was angry, he caused a strong wind to rise around him, which was quite terrifying.

I'm already grateful that my body was intact after fighting this person.

After all, they are the "Four Heavenly Kings of the Taoist Priests" recorded in history.

Although the most famous one is Minamoto no Yorimitsu.

noon.

The inspection, which aimed to minimize disruption to business, has now concluded.

At the entrance of the weapons shop, Kyosuke Kosaka calmly faced Yasumasa Fujiwara, whose face grew increasingly gloomy.

There were several handsome men around, each waving a folding fan and dressed in an exquisite robe and hunting attire.

They all had amusement on their faces, as if they were watching a play.

That's right! These are the same young men who mocked and ridiculed Fujiwara Yasumasa yesterday.

They were attracted here.

Born into an aristocratic family, he learned various cultural knowledge from a young age, and composing Chinese poems and waka poems was a basic skill for him.

Naturally, they can't stand those mediocre people who know nothing.

At this moment, Fujiwara Yasumasa happened to fall into their sights, and they had no reason not to belittle him.

after all--

"I didn't even know how to write Chinese poems and songs, so I had to start learning them when I was eight years old."

"Hehe, I started learning this when I was six. Isn't this knowledge that people like us are required to learn?"

Unrestrained laughter rang out from time to time.

Even as he was writing the approval document, Kyosuke Kousaka couldn't help but feel a little uneasy for these people.

This is a true test of one's endurance.

Since I've already offended people to death, offending them a few more times won't make a difference.

These people are different; they're practically courting death. Luckily, Fujiwara Yasumasa himself is patient and tolerant.

Otherwise, no matter how high one's status, it's difficult to withstand a knife.

"Wastewater is flowing into the public drain, which needs to be addressed. We also hope that garbage can be properly disposed of; please stop littering. And these people..."

Kyosuke Kosaka put down his pen and turned to face the dozen or so restless elderly men.

"The Household Ordinance states—'Promote the Five Teachings.' The Emperor, being benevolent, honors the Five Teachings; therefore, Confucian ethics must be observed. Sixty is considered 'old,' and sixty-five is 'elder,' and both must be assigned servants."

"Those over eighty years of age should also be liberated and made free citizens, granted their freedom, and no longer allowed to be sent to serve. They should be kept and cared for, and the law also stipulates that their descendants should be granted corresponding titles."

"As the saying goes, 'Respect the elderly as you would your own parents.' I hope that Lord Baochang will treat these elderly people well. After all, there are many laws and regulations that embody respect for elders and honor filial piety, which should not be ignored."

Kyosuke Kosaka offered a long and sincere piece of advice, which Yasumasa Fujiwara simply listened to quietly.

After he received the approval document from Kyosuke Kosaka and indicated that he would comply with the order to make the necessary changes...

Kyosuke Kosaka himself could clearly see the look in Yasumasa Fujiwara's eyes that seemed to regard a dead man.

He wasn't surprised at all.

"You may all disperse now."

After Fujiwara Yasumasa left, Kosaka Kyosuke smiled and spoke to the silent group of people.

Many of these spoiled young masters were stunned by the increasingly tangible murderous aura emanating from Fujiwara Yasumasa's back.

"How can we break up? Let's drink!"

Forced to watch the show by his friend, Fujiwara Yukinari disregarded etiquette and pulled Kosaka Kyosuke away.

Soon, the group of people left the market in a noisy commotion.

Seeing this, Kiyotaka Ayanokouji thought for a moment and ultimately decided not to follow.

"Kyosuke-sama clearly has his own plans, so it's best to mind your own business and not cause him any trouble."

Considering the danger posed by Fujiwara Yasumasa, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka decided to return to the mansion and have others keep an eye on things.

As he walked, he was still thinking about how to conceal the details.

Since Kyosuke Kosaka didn't let him speak, he couldn't act on his own initiative.

As far as Kiyotaka Ayanokoji is concerned.

Whether it's his own life or his sister's, their lives are actually tied to Kyosuke Kousaka.

Some even said that it would be more worthwhile for them to die in place of Kyosuke Kousaka than for Kousaka to die.

In terms of value, that's certainly true... but it's best to be alive.

Look at the long term.

If in the future, Kousaka Kyosuke gathers other lower-ranking nobles as retainers.

When Kyosuke Kousaka died in an accident.

It would be more painless for me to commit suicide, since I'm practically a bound accessory to this person.

That night.