Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Given their acquaintance, she didn't want to go too far.

If it were someone else, she wouldn't hold back at all.

"Tell me about Lord Kyosuke," Mansui asked helplessly.

Because of the shallow blood ties, she could not adopt the condescending tone of an elder.

Xiangzi said in a nonchalant tone:

"There's not much to say. Lord Kyosuke prefers women and spends every night playing with me and the other maids."

"...Eek—ah?!"

Chika, still curious, stared wide-eyed and opened her mouth wide.

Finally, it made a sound like a frog being crushed.

Somewhat disbelieving, Mansui couldn't help but go to see Xiangzi's friend, Kirisu Mafuyu.

She also knew Kirisu Mafuyu.

Kirisu Mafuyu and Kaori once stayed at their home due to transportation issues, and the whole family knew each other.

"..." Noticing Mansui's gaze, Kirisu Mafuyu blushed and finally said four words, "It's a bit absurd."

Some of the disbelieving Chika cried out again, "Eeeeeee..."

Wan Sui patted her head wearily.

"Stop messing around."

After confirming the information, she felt tired and at a loss.

Things that are not considered major events in this era still have a significant impact on her.

However, she quickly calmed down.

Actually.

Wan Sui had gleaned some information from Kosaka Kyosuke's suggestion that Kaori acknowledge him as her godfather and Kirisu Mafuyu's subtle evaluation.

That man, who had once served as a royal calendar scholar and was now in charge of the security of Kyoto's right capital as the chief inspector of illegal activities, and who had recently exorcised a demon from Mount Oe, was indeed as kind and gentle as expected.

The Taoist priest was actually in charge of arranging for Xiangzi to recognize her godfather.

There's a good chance this is a reward that Kousaka Kyosuke hoped to receive after accepting the Taoist priest's exorcism assignment.

If that's really the case, it at least shows that Xiangzi is very favored.

Furthermore, Kyosuke Kousaka is very responsible towards women.

Otherwise, the fact that the niece of an official with the rank of eight was living in the residence of an official with the rank of five would be considered a major scandal.

It's roughly like the recent scandal involving Izumi Shikibu and Prince Tamotsugu.

A lower-ranking nobleman lived with a prince who still had a chance to inherit the throne.

This matter almost caused a great deal of discussion among the nobles, to the point of condemnation.

Of course, the criticism was directed at Izumi Shikibu, a lower-ranking noblewoman, for daring to seduce a noble prince.

Even if the truth is that the prince insisted on having Izumi Shikibu live with him no matter what...

all in all.

Women in this era are basically not allowed to reason.

Therefore, it is very important to have a strong man to protect you.

—Without a doubt, this is the situation that Xiangzi encountered.

"Chika, this is something we will all inevitably experience in the future. Don't panic, stay calm."

In the end, Wan Sui calmly offered her daughter a word of comfort.

Xiangzi gently comforted her, "Yes, Chika, you'll always meet a man who's devoted to you in the future."

Chika blinked. Kaori-neechan's expression is so fake...

Wan Sui couldn't help but sigh.

"Xiangzi, don't you want to help?"

Xiangzi's smile faded, and she shook her head seriously: "Chika is not suitable for Kyosuke-sama. You should look for someone else."

Chika's behavior and thoughts are too unpredictable.

She still hoped that the mansion could develop as she wished.

Furthermore, she also wanted Kousaka Kyosuke to meet the legendary figure Murasaki Shikibu as soon as possible.

Chika's joining is just a complete disaster!

This was simply intolerable to Xiangzi!

In the modern world, she was already engaged in the study of classical literature.

He greatly admired, even fanatically admired, the culture of the Heian period and Murasaki Shikibu.

It feels a bit strange that Chika is joining.

She doesn't want that.

“This must be the Daoist Master’s order,” Wan Sui said again.

"Although it's a bit difficult, I know it won't be a problem for Kyosuke-sama."

“This will put your husband in a difficult position. Even if he is capable, he shouldn’t be bossed around like this.”

"It's alright... I've already thought about it."

"It looks a bit forced."

"Probably, we can't let things continue like this."

She hesitated for a moment, but Fujiwara Kaori showed no hesitation on her face.

The answer came without much hesitation.

She completely forgot.

In an era where even half-siblings can marry, there's no such thing as absurdity.

"Since you, Xiangzi, are willing to ask your husband for help, then I have nothing more to say."

Wan Sui, who had been speaking quickly and exuding an imposing aura, pursed her lips and smiled.

Xiangzi, who was still building up her momentum as if she was about to defeat a powerful enemy, relaxed her shoulders.

I should have known Wan Sui was a diplomat.

How could she possibly let her guard down?

"Then, what about Sister Xiangzi?"

Sensing the awkward atmosphere, Chika cautiously asked a question.

Xiangzi replied, "Let Kyosuke-sama find another one..."

Halfway through her sentence, Xiangzi couldn't continue.

To satisfy her own desires, she made the man who loved her very much do things that might offend the Taoist priest...

The probability is neither low nor high.

If she really offended the Taoist priest, then she would be in a terrible state—

"Never mind," Xiangzi shook her head wearily, glancing sideways at Wan Sui, "If Chika is willing to always listen to me, I'll agree."

Wan Sui was still smiling, which was expected.

Why would you let your man's career be hindered for such a trivial reason?

Even a very small probability can easily make people start to think seriously.

In the feudal world.

One's social status and position can be said to be the foundation of one's life.

If Xiangzi still doesn't understand this principle.

Wan Sui can only say that it's rare to see someone almost thirty years old still so immature.

Furthermore, let's assume, as Xiangzi said, that they were partying every night.

Wan Sui doesn't believe that Xiang Zi wouldn't have feelings for her current man.

As a woman.

She believes more in the principle that "love is only possible with sex," which is very much in line with human nature.

"...So in the end I'm still going to be with Xiangzi-neechan?"

Chika blinked, her expression unreadable for a moment.