Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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"Even noble families gradually fade into obscurity due to the mediocrity of their descendants, let alone us..."

This is deduced from historical facts and the current situation.

Kaguya Shinomiya was well aware of how naive her older brothers' ideas were.

Considering that neither of them had studied much, she could only helplessly understand.

I feel so sorry for my father having to take care of his two older brothers.

Only the third brother—Sigong Yunying.

Yun Ying was, after all, a student at Xiuzhi Academy.

Kaguya Shinomiya also received the same education as Uno from a young age.

She had no idea that Yunying, who had received training, would be unaware of certain situations.

"Father's attitude towards my third brother is quite subtle..."

Kaguya Shinomiya felt a strange unease.

She knew it.

Compared to the unreliable eldest and second eldest brothers, the third brother is more suitable for the position.

However, the five-rank system only provides one legitimate son and one illegitimate son.

Third Brother has no share.

In that case, the third brother, who isn't even a regular member, will find himself in an increasingly awkward position.

Kaguya Shinomiya, however, did not believe that Unryo would give up on his fate.

In this world, identity is the most important foundation for survival...

Despite having guessed the possibility, Kaguya Shinomiya remained completely unmoved.

She lowered her eyes.

"My eldest and second eldest brothers didn't treat our mother very well."

"Third Brother is outwardly very polite..."

"Go to sleep, miss."

Hayasaka Ai vaguely noticed an unsettling, cold glint in Shinomiya Kaguya's wine-red eyes and spoke softly.

Kaguya Shinomiya gave a soft "hmm" and slowly closed her eyes.

Hayasaka Ai silently tucked Kaguya Shinomiya's coat around her.

"Kaguya-sama has changed so much..."

that's true.

Living in this era, if we don't make changes, we're very likely to run into problems.

Hayasaka Ai silently closed her eyes and fell asleep next to Shinomiya Kaguya.

It's a bit cold.

On the ground covered with a layer of burlap, the two men, covered with heavy coats, huddled together for warmth.

The rain was pattering softly...

Day 230 of crossing

The weather is light rain.

It was raining just like yesterday and the day before.

Kyosuke Kosaka guessed that the sudden influx of yin energy had caused an imbalance of yin and yang around Kyoto.

This led to unpredictable weather changes.

As he watched the water droplets bloom on the transparent rooftop, Kyosuke Kosaka's eyelids drooped again.

He tilted his head slightly.

He discovered that someone else was also quietly watching the water splashes on the surface, just like him.

However, Kyosuke Kosaka was blinded by some things.

Soft, black hair, bright, large eyes, a delicate, small nose, thin, cherry-colored lips, and crystal-clear, smooth skin...

I don't know when it started, but her snow-white skin has taken on a faint pink hue.

"...Don't look anymore."

One hand gently turned Kousaka Kyosuke's head back to its normal position.

Kousaka Kyosuke could only stare straight ahead at the aloof girl, who was as pure as snow.

Under the snow.

Her eyes held a warmth that was more intense than usual, along with a hint of shyness.

Kyosuke Kosaka suddenly felt that he had gone too far.

This girl was so shy so early in the morning.

He is guilty.

"As an apology—"

A slender, snow-white finger gently touched Kousaka Kyosuke's lips, preventing him from finishing his sentence.

The nails, with their healthy light pink hue, exude a soft shine.

very nice.

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

Kyosuke Kosaka resisted the urge to lick it.

"Today I also need to take care of my mother, and I need to go to the east room at 4:45 AM."

"That's fine. Please feel free to ask if you need anything. Actually, I'm also quite skilled in medicine."

Kousaka Kyosuke tilted his head back slightly and smiled at Yukinoshita.

Yukino smiled gently and unconsciously embraced Kousaka Kyosuke.

She buried her head in his chest, quietly listening to his heartbeat.

After a long pause, she whispered, "...Next time."

"it is good."

Kyosuke Kosaka couldn't say no.

Moreover, he admired Yukino's gentle yet resolute behavior.

Yukinoshita hummed in response, but didn't say anything more.

Actually, she doesn't mind some of Kyosuke Kousaka's absurd behavior much anymore.

I'm usually busy with things during the day.

Therefore, it is indeed impossible for me to accompany you.

Some time passed.

Yukinoshita, unusually curious, asked about what was happening outside.

Kyosuke Kosaka explained, his lips twitching.

"Due to the heavy rain, some areas that had been cleared have become unsafe again."

"You don't need to worry too much about your father's words. The Prosecutor's Office will just send someone to help handle it at most."

"If I were to personally take charge, I reckon a whole bunch of people would riot."

"After all, everyone looks down on that filthy job, and anyone who touches it feels it's bad luck."

Kousaka Kyosuke understands.

When Yukino asks about things outside, it's usually because she's worried about her father.

But this time, my father-in-law, Shogo, really can't get involved.

Ultimately, he is a manager. If he were to get involved in filth like Gao Jiexinyi, his reputation would plummet.

Kyosuke Kosaka had given specific instructions.

Thinking that hard work and not minding getting dirty will earn you respect... that's absolutely wishful thinking!

This is a feudal society!

People from the elite class must absolutely not have any connection with dirty things.

Then, when Kyosuke Kosaka saw Nobuyoshi Takashina's expression of "willing to do anything for his ideals," he still felt a pang of regret.

This guy can only survive by hypnotizing himself now.

I remember how dashing and debonair he was when we first met.

"...Is that so? Thank you for your explanation."