Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Fujiwara Yukinari's temper was even more fiery than usual.

What was supposed to be a beautiful day turned into an eternity of dust and dirt, it's disgusting!

And then, acquaintances have to see your most pathetic side...

"Let's go for a drink," Kousaka Kyosuke said with a smile, seemingly unconcerned.

Fujiwara Yukinari's anger gradually subsided, and he forced a smile in response.

"You should go to Second Avenue for drinks; it's the safest place!"

"..."

Kousaka Kyosuke was silent.

That sounds a bit strange.

He tried hard not to think about it.

We arrived at two main roads.

As Kyosuke Kosaka followed Yukinari Fujiwara to the mansion, a violent, loud noise shook the air.

Kyosuke Kousaka, whose ears were ringing, glanced at Yukinari Fujiwara.

"Go ahead, I'll prepare some wine for you."

After thinking it over, Kousaka Kyosuke decided to head over anyway.

"Okay, I'll be right back."

As he spoke, his figure quickly transformed into a blur and disappeared into the air.

Fujiwara Yukinari exclaimed in surprise, then turned and went back to the mansion to prepare sake.

Kyosuke Kosaka himself arrived at the scene of the incident very quickly.

I saw a green monster, nearly five or six meters tall, clenching its fists and waving them around, destroying buildings.

People around screamed and scattered in all directions.

"receive!"

Countless golden runes condensed in front of him, and Kousaka Kyosuke tossed a talisman over.

The shimmering runes moved with the incantation, transforming into a giant net that quickly bound the monster within.

After a long time, the monster was contained within a talisman.

Kyosuke Kosaka slowly took it in his hand.

They're quite capable; perfect for the staff of the Water Department...

"Lord Kyosuke!" A faintly familiar voice called out.

Kousaka Kyosuke glanced at the fire captain whose name he couldn't remember, and behind the fire captain were ten fire soldiers.

He didn't investigate further and simply waved his hand dismissively.

"Help tidy up the area! Don't disturb anyone else!"

"Yes!"

The sound was unusually loud.

Kyosuke Kosaka looked strange. "How has your new boss been mistreating you?"

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The bitter and resentful looks on the faces of his former subordinates were all too obvious.

For some reason, Kyosuke Kosaka thought of Yasuke Fujiwara.

Could it be that the newly appointed Betō and Kenbishisa have done something even more outrageous than Fujiwara no Yasuke?

Logically speaking...

Kyosuke Kousaka's recent habit of sending fire soldiers and fire captains to their deaths was even worse than that of Yasuke Fujiwara.

Perhaps comparison is necessary.

Kyosuke Kosaka nodded secretly and left readily.

Although the two main roads were the residences of many high-ranking officials and nobles.

It was the residence of several former officials who had come to visit in previous years.

However, this area is still relatively niche, so it's not too bad.

In addition, Kyosuke Kosaka no longer holds any position and is no longer involved in affairs.

You can't exactly offer to help out of enthusiasm, can you?

That's meddling in other people's business.

So Kyosuke Kousaka went off to drink with Yukinari Fujiwara.

The wine is still warm.

While drinking, Kousaka Kyosuke started chatting with Fujiwara Yukinari.

“Since you were dismissed, the environment in Kyoto has been getting worse every day.”

"I am unworthy of such praise, as this was somewhat expected."

"...What on earth is going on?"

Fujiwara Yukinari was stunned.

He immediately recognized it.

Kyosuke Kosaka was saying that even he himself couldn't control the situation at that moment.

"The Four Gods Barrier has too many loopholes; the monsters can't defend against it any longer."

"What should I do?"

"Don't ask me about that, I'm not too sure either, but I think the Genji should bear some responsibility."

"Genji? If you mean the Outer Guard Office, I heard it's going to be merged into the Kenbishi Agency."

"..." Kosaka Kyousuke was silent.

ruthless.

That's a really ruthless move.

The two organizations in charge of law enforcement were merged into one.

Next, who is the person in charge?

In an instant, Kyosuke Kosaka thought of two faces.

His face was calm, dignified, and composed.

A face that exudes arrogance and confidence...

Yes, historically, the two were in a master-servant relationship.

Therefore, some connections are normal.

"Has the merger taken place?"

"Not yet, anyway, the Outer Guard Prefecture is now under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Investigation and Inspection."

Fujiwara Yukinari answered slowly, his expression gradually becoming strange.

He was quick-witted and almost immediately figured out the problem.

"So, Master Dao knew about this matter as well."

"So we can't blame them all."

"But... I doubt many ministers in the court would even consider this matter?"

"Come on, keep drinking."

Kyosuke Kosaka poured a glass for Yukinari Fujiwara.

Then he began to inquire about some things in the palace.

The palace, also known as the inner palace, is the imperial palace.

There are many interesting things happening inside every day, and Kousaka Kyosuke wants to know more about them.

By the way, I'll also tell Fujiwara Kaori, Fuji Shikibu, and others about it.

The anecdotes of the imperial palace during this era were something many noblewomen enjoyed hearing.

"Speaking of which, the palace is truly a place where a hundred flowers bloom! There are talented women who have written remarkable waka poems and stories..."

"Oh, is it?"

Kyosuke Kosaka adopted a posture of listening attentively.