Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

"That's all I know," said Kyosuke Kousaka. "I'll give you some safe toys another day, Komachi. I'll be more careful next time."

Komachi politely declined, saying, "Lord Kyosuke doesn't need this..."

"It's okay, everyone has one."

Kousaka Kyosuke said something, glanced at the others, smiled, and left.

Komachi blinked as she watched Kousaka Kyosuke leave with a carefree air, then glanced furtively at the others.

I noticed that each expression was quite subtle.

"Kyosuke-sama is quite good."

Komachi thought.

She heard it from Fujiwara Kaori yesterday.

For Chitanda's sake, she offended and retaliated against an official of equal status, and even took in her uncle.

For Shizuko's sake, he also took good care of Shizuko's brother, who was her attendant, and even tried to save him a few days ago.

Unfortunately, my brother is still working at the Outer Guard Office.

Otherwise, I feel it would be better to work under Kyosuke-sama.

The main gate of the mansion.

Just as he stepped out the door, Kyosuke Kosaka saw Hachiman Hikigaya loitering nearby.

This guy seems to be a master at slacking off at work.

"You've come to see your sister?"

"Lord Inspector of the Prosecution Bureau..."

"Alright, no need to say more."

Kyosuke Kosaka waved his hand, interrupting Hachiman Hikigaya before he could finish speaking.

It would be good for the two siblings to meet.

We can't let Komachi be sad.

After all, Komachi is very cute, with sweet dimples, sharp fangs, smooth hair, and a flexible body...

48. Political Competition Outside the Court / Good Morning, May

Kousaka Kyosuke, who quietly listed Komachi's good points, soon brought Hikigaya to the outer residence.

She then sent a maid to inform Komachi.

After doing all that, Kousaka Kyosuke went out.

Treating a lowly guard with no official rank too well would only make one feel uneasy.

You must be mindful of your status.

Maintaining one's reputation can also help avoid putting oneself in an embarrassing situation in the future.

Hikigaya watched Kousaka Kyosuke leave with mixed feelings.

He never thought of it.

My younger sister was given to this man by Minamoto no Yorimitsu.

The moment he heard the news, he breathed a sigh of relief from the bottom of his heart.

As a sacrifice to the so-called gods, all Hikigaya knew was that his sister would definitely die!

Even more terrifying is the possibility of dying a death that means you can never attain Buddhahood!

In contrast.

It was given to Kousaka Kyosuke, who, despite his wicked sense of humor, surprisingly possessed a human touch...

This is not unacceptable.

Even so, this really reflects his incompetence and cowardice as the older brother.

But isn't it better than defiantly rebelling and ultimately making things worse?

"I'm really useless..."

Hachiman muttered to himself.

"Brother!" A clear, cheerful voice, as bright as a nightingale's song, leaped out of the valley.

Hikigaya looked straight ahead: "Komachi!"

"elder brother--"

Komachi, like a lively little deer, came running with cheerful steps.

When Hikigaya saw the genuine smile on Komachi's face, he finally felt relieved.

This is enough……

Official residence, office for investigating violations.

Kousaka Kyosuke observed the recent developments in government policies over the past few days.

It was discovered that previous government decrees adhering to Confucian ethics had been revoked.

It seems that Yizhou's side is quite powerful.

Unfortunately, Uncle Daojian is almost the clan chief.

The head of the Fujiwara clan was generally regarded as the regent of the imperial court.

Yi Zhou lost this political struggle.

The problem is that the people who support Izumi, namely the political legacy left by his father Michitaka, are quite substantial.

Therefore, Yi Zhou did not lose completely.

There is always the possibility of a comeback.

Especially since Kyosuke Kosaka discovered that Michikane would inherit the position of clan head three months later.

He was more acutely aware of Yi Zhou's political power.

Of course, Kyosuke Kosaka didn't have any other thoughts.

Even if Ichiju really became Kanpaku, his attitude would not change.

Ultimately, Yi Zhou was too young and could not withstand the cunning and shrewd Taoist priest.

It'll crash sooner or later!

Day 73 of crossing

Kyosuke Kosaka suddenly received instructions from the Taoist priest.

—Quickly head to Shichikakuyama in the west to eliminate the Tsuchigumo yokai that previously attacked Kyoto.

Without any delays, he went back once and set off immediately.

Before setting off, he took Ayanokoji Kiyotaka with him and gave Komachi three talismans before leaving.

"amulet……"

Komachi was quite uneasy.

She was worried about the safety of Kousaka Kyosuke, who was going to exorcise the monster, and she couldn't figure out the specific purpose behind Kousaka Kyosuke's sudden giving her the amulet.

After struggling with the decision for a while, she told others about it.

"It's probably not for you," Yukino said after a moment's thought.

Komachi suddenly realized something and her eyes widened.

"It means that—"

Miku couldn't help but explain:

"It should be for your brother. It seems that Lord Kyosuke once mentioned that the Outer Guard Office was a Genji faction."

"And the recent appearance of many spider monsters in Kyoto was precisely due to the Genji clan..."

Because he often slept with Kyosuke Kousaka.

Miku naturally had some basic information about Kyoto.

Because Kyosuke Kosaka and Kaori Fujiwara never shied away from talking about things with her or others.

"Not necessarily. Isn't the Outer Guard Office the same as the Bureau of Investigation and Statistics in managing public security and civil affairs?"

Nino, who also had some understanding of the situation, had her own thoughts.

Miku further explained:

"However, the retreat has been delayed. If a superior officer has some military ability, he should consider training troops."

"The demons and monsters of Mount Ooe are extremely ferocious. If we fight the weaker demons beforehand, we might gain experience..."