Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Yang Nai also came over to listen, joining in the fun.

"Yang Nai, why don't you also share your opinions?" The mother, whose belly was slightly protruding, suddenly turned the conversation to her eldest daughter.

Yang Nai's luscious lips curled slightly as she looked at Yukino with a teasing gaze.

"I think as long as we keep a straight face, we can just let Suzune and Kaede do everything."

“It’s easy to just use my mouth, but that’s not what I want.” Yukino’s expression was calm.

She was completely unaffected by her sister's malicious expression.

We've become used to it.

Where would there be any strong surge of emotions then?

"It's up to you, but you'll have to get used to some pretty cruel things, like how you'll likely see cases of infants dying or mothers losing both their babies and their babies from time to time. Don't look like you're in a breakdown."

"...Don't worry, I'll get used to it."

"Well, as long as you've tried your best, that's enough. I'm not heartless, you know. People do have compassion, it's just that times have changed, so we can only accept it."

"...Hearing this kind of comfort in advance is a really unpleasant feeling."

Yukino couldn't help but let out a soft sigh, her delicate face filled with helplessness.

Her sister's pessimistic attitude made her very depressed.

She had clearly prepared for this beforehand, but unexpectedly, she was comforted first by her sister who was always "attacking" her.

“Because you will see a lot of things,” Yang Nai said with a smile, smoothing a strand of hair behind her ear. “Their resources are limited, and they can’t survive just by working honestly. They have to plunder.”

In Yang Nai's view, there are no fundamental differences between this era and the modern era.

That means that a large amount of resources are occupied by those in power, and only a small number of resources can be fought over by a group of people.

Those who fail to win will starve, and no one wants to die, so they absolutely have to fight for their lives.

In that situation, even a kind person would probably suddenly change their personality.

Especially for those who have elderly people or children to support at home.

To expect them to understand or accept it is absolutely a joke.

"It seems we need to find a way to prevent this from happening first."

Yukino was not discouraged.

On the contrary, she suddenly realized that some plots of land in the village that had just been developed by Kyosuke Kosaka could become a huge focal point of conflict, as could the water sources and the locations of dwellings...

If interests are not distributed equitably, everything can be destroyed in an instant.

"You've made progress, haven't you?"

Seeing that Yukino was deep in thought, Haruno nodded secretly.

be honest.

When she first heard that Yukino wanted to go out again, she actually disagreed.

They generally believed that Yukino was already protected by the head of the family, and that her father and younger brother would also protect her in the future, which would be more than enough.

However, she changed her mind at that moment.

Rather than becoming increasingly vulnerable due to overprotection, it's better to become stronger and more resilient so that you can easily cope with whatever situation you encounter in the future.

Especially after seeing that Yukino was mentally prepared and had two rather rational "bodyguards" following her, Haruno felt even more at ease.

It would be really unreasonable not to work hard with such good conditions.

My mother shared the same thought.

She just wanted her two daughters to be strong and resilient to future risks.

Whether it's the feudal Heian period or a world where monsters and gods appear from time to time, it wouldn't be too surprising if something major suddenly happened.

Therefore, being strong is the best course of action.

Not long after that.

Yang then said goodbye to his mother and sister and went to do his examination work.

Yang Nai, who often takes care of some household chores in place of Su Yi, doesn't have a busy job; in fact, her work is quite easy.

After all, it wasn't just her; there was also Hiromi, Megumi, Ichika, and the newcomers Kikyo Kushida, Honami Ichinose, and others.

By assigning tasks to each person, it becomes less tiring.

Moreover, Yang is naturally skilled at managing affairs and has excellent time management skills.

We arrived at the northeast house.

"Ms. Yang."

"Ah."

Yang smiled and nodded at Michiyo, who had just moved in, and gave her a very formal bow.

Michiyo also bowed.

"If you have encountered any inconvenience these days, please feel free to tell me, and I will take immediate action to resolve it, as this is my duty."

After a few brief pleasantries, Yang Nai politely inquired about Michiyo's needs.

If we happen to run into this, there's no reason not to ask.

Yang was well aware that Michiyo's husband, Naoki, would have a broader career path than her father, so she naturally wanted to befriend him.

But it's also impossible to be too utilitarian.

Therefore, she just waited to see if there was an opportunity, and wasn't very eager.

Yu Yang then looked at it.

Simply cultivate good relationships with everyone in the inner quarters; there's no need to be so deliberate.

"Miss Yang, you're too kind. Everything here is very well arranged, and we are very satisfied."

“In that case, I will…—ah, the lovely Jimmy Heng has appeared.”

"Wang."

A Shiba Inu poked its head out from the doorway and let out a soft call.

Yang Nai also smiled and waved his hand.

"Does Yang Nai-neechan want to play with me?" Above the Shiba Inu, a little girl of about five or six years old poked her head out.

"I almost forgot about the adorable Erli..." Yang Nai smiled and then said, "If you want to play, I can take you to see the area around the mansion."

"Wouldn't this be too much trouble?" Michiyo said apologetically.

Yang said, "That won't be the case. Lord Kyosuke specifically said that he would treat Erli and Jimiheng leniently."

"Lord Kyosuke is so kind..."

"Yes, that's how Lord Kyosuke always is, so there's no need to be too reserved."

"...Then I'll leave the rest to Ms. Yang Nai."

"I'm happy to do this; I should say I'm very pleased."

"Yono-neechan—" Goto Natsumi couldn't help but rush over.

Yang lowered himself down, smiling as he reached out with both hands, finding it quite amusing.

Compared to younger sisters like Haruno and Horikita Suzune, petite sisters like Goto Natsumi are much more lovable.

Hey~

Seeing her second daughter, Goto Niri, being led by Haruno while holding a dog, Michiyo couldn't help but look towards her eldest daughter's room.

The eldest daughter, Goto Ichiri, has been doing the same thing these past few days: practicing the biwa, sleeping, and eating.

That's right, she still refuses to go out.

Michiyo didn't have high expectations for such things, but she felt it was a bit of a pity.

She has gradually come to realize that the head of the family is a generous, magnanimous, and dignified young man, and she very much hopes that her eldest daughter can be chosen.

She was quite conflicted because there was still a possibility.

"Let's just leave it to fate. Forcing it might embarrass Lord Kyosuke and the other ladies..."

The thought of her eldest daughter collapsing and convulsing when faced with stress, falling into a peculiar state, or engaging in various incomprehensible behaviors made Michiyo shake her head, dismissing the pleasant idea.

She couldn't let her daughter do things against her will, especially when things were likely to turn out badly.

And Goto Ichiri?

She was still playing the five-stringed pipa with great passion.

She discovered that the pipa's tone was very similar to that of the guitar, so she tried playing pieces she knew before.

"Five-inch clothes~ white clothes~ scarecrow~"

"Get the hammer ready~ We're all set~"

"Kyousuke~ Kyousuke~"