Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

Needless to say, they would move out of Kyoto.

Given the uncertain situation outside, Kyosuke Kosaka still needs to take responsibility for everyone around him.

Kyoto is the place with the best living environment in Japan.

Even if something happens in the future, the gods will prioritize "protecting Kyoto," and Kousaka Kyosuke doesn't know what will happen to people in other places.

Foreign territories seem to be a bit more complicated.

Going there without understanding or finding out the facts? That's just incredibly disregarding your own life.

Next, they may have to face an even more turbulent political situation in Kyoto, and perhaps also deal with the revenge of the resurrected Demon King.

No, wait, should we have a drink with our comrades tomorrow to build camaraderie and prepare for future reconnaissance missions to other places...?

"Kyosuke-sama."

"Ah."

When Kousaka Kyosuke looked up, he saw a light, white gauze dress that was almost indistinguishable from lace.

Fujiwara Kaori's delicate and bright face was lightly made up, and her beautiful eyes sparkled, looking as if they were about to drip water.

Kyosuke Kousaka immediately gave up thinking.

At this point, there's no need to think too much, just go for it!

The several graceful figures behind Fujiwara Kaori also appeared light and airy.

One, two, three, four, five... Great! Hmm, is that too much? Never mind!

68. Su Chang's Marriage / The Ghost King Strikes Again / Acquaintances in Modern Times

Day 114 of crossing

The day after returning from treatment.

It was only early in the morning, and Kyosuke Kosaka had no intention of getting up this early.

On the one hand, it doesn't matter whether I get up early or late to go to work.

On the other hand, it's because they don't want to get out of bed.

A playful tuft of pink hair kept poking at the back of her head.

The black-haired girl he was holding was sleeping peacefully, breathing softly and evenly.

The innocent-looking customer's face revealed a subtle hint of mature charm.

Kyosuke Kosaka stared at the girl's full, moist, and still glowing healthy cherry lips for a long time.

There was still an urge in my heart to continue tasting it.

But no.

The girl, Chitanda Eru, is very healthy, with a good figure and good resilience.

However, he is still somewhat shy in terms of personality.

As time goes by and they spend more time together, things will naturally fall into place.

Chenshi.

The sun no longer hides itself, and its warm rays pour down on the earth.

Kyosuke Kosaka finally got up, ate something with Yukino's help, and went to work.

During this time, Kyosuke Kosaka hinted that Yukinoshita should get to know him better.

Yukinoshita bit her lip and stared at him for a while before nodding down.

This relieved Kyosuke Kousaka.

He had no intention of being a ruthless pile driver.

Official residence, office for investigating violations.

Upon arriving at his post, Kyosuke Kosaka greeted his colleagues and subordinates before looking at the latest government decrees.

Among them was information that Fujiwara no Michikane had become Kanpaku (regent) four days earlier.

If we follow the historical trajectory, this thing has three more days.

The Taoist priest said that he would become the historically renowned "Seven-Day Regent"!

The probability is very high.

It's almost 100%.

Judging from Fujiwara no Michitsuna's intelligence, the master probably also won over quite a few people within the clan.

Even if something happens, there will be plenty of people supporting the Taoist priest.

Because they have all become a community of shared interests.

If you don't help the Taoist priest, you'll only end up losing out yourself.

The world has always judged people by their intentions, not their actions.

Even if some people say in the future that the Taoist priest is a hypocrite who buys people's hearts, the point is that he really gave out plenty of benefits.

This is more practical than anything else.

A painted cake might fool people, but a real cake can never fool them!

noon.

Kyosuke Kosaka went to Ukyo to check on the situation.

Seeing that the rules were in disarray again, with firemen and even guards illegally collecting tribute money, he did not get involved.

He just watched quietly, thinking, "So, if I don't discipline them for three days, they'll be climbing on the roof and tearing off the tiles, huh?"

"You came."

A charming, clever, and lively voice rang out.

Kousaka Kyosuke turned his head and immediately saw a pretty and charming girl.

The girl wore a light blue cross-collared cloth shirt and gray trousers, and her brown eyes were bright and lively.

One can also subtly sense decisiveness and fearlessness in their demeanor.

Yes, what was her name again?

"Just call me Xiaoshang!" the girl said readily, understanding the implication.

Kyosuke Kosaka inadvertently noticed the girl's full, round breasts, radiating confidence.

She seems like a bold and spirited young woman.

Indeed, there's no need to be too reserved.

Just as she thought about it, the girl whispered, "You can call me Su Chang when no one is around."

"..." Kousaka Kyosuke remained silent. What on earth was going on?

So you just casually revealed your name?

After hesitating for a moment, he finally spoke: "Xiao Chang, is there something you need?"

"Didn't you just finish your treatment? I wanted to come and see you. I went to your house this morning, but you weren't there, so I came here to try my luck!"

"..."

Kyosuke Kosaka found himself unable to speak again.

No, it's more like I don't know what to say!

This woman, it seems like we've only met twice, right?

"Well..." Kousaka Kyosuke looked at Su Chang's peasant girl attire, and ultimately swallowed his words.

Judging from the situation, Su Chang must have been mindful of his status and deliberately wore coarse linen clothes to see him.

"Shall we take a stroll? I'll follow behind you—by the way, is there anything else?"

"If we're not on official business, let's go for a walk together."

Having gotten used to Su Chang's incoherent ramblings, Kousaka Kyosuke gradually calmed down.

He had met some girls when he lived in China.

Some girls just say whatever comes to mind, without any rhyme or reason.

On the contrary, it's a bit hard to react when encountering this in the more conservative Japan.

It is now fully understood that the Qin women were not so restricted due to their status as immigrants and the fact that they were not restricted as much during the peak of their power.

Kyosuke Kosaka roughly understood the situation.

The Qin family here is similar to modern dual citizenship.

Hundreds of years ago, it was treated well because of the various technologies it brought, such as farming, sericulture, weaving, pottery making, and metallurgy.

Now that the years have passed and the prosperity is gone, it has gradually faded into obscurity.