Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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The staff of the Anti-Illegal Activities Office and the Outer Guard Office were busy.

Kyosuke Kosaka went there once when he had some free time, but he didn't plan to give any instructions.

Because the system within the government office was basically sound, it didn't really matter whether he was there or not.

In other words, those at the grassroots level are constantly busy and running around, with almost no opportunity to slack off.

Kyosuke Kosaka believes this is a form of training.

Young people are healthy and have unlimited potential, so keep up the good work!

Day 372 of crossing

The ocean currents around Kyoto Port are flowing against the current, and the seawater has washed away several bridges that were only recently built.

The sky was overcast and gloomy, as if it were about to pour down rain.

Sensing that the situation was not good, the Daijifu immediately dispatched warriors to the manor for help.

Having quickly obtained the information from Su Yi through various means, Kousaka Kyosuke rushed from Kyoto to Kyoto Port, intending to help on his own.

As far as Kyosuke Kosaka is concerned.

A group of people from the manor went to help? That's not a good idea.

What if this trend of seeking help becomes established?

I'll just go there myself. I guess I won't do it again. If once isn't enough, then twice... Anyway, people in this era value face a lot.

268. A Young Woman Anxious to Marry / Chika's Dilemma / A Matter of Connections

When we arrived at Kyoto Port, a torrential downpour was already pouring down.

The dark sky seemed to be sinking, and the torrential rain whipped up by the gale was like a series of whips.

Kyosuke Kosaka could see many branches and leaves being whipped by the rain, almost breaking them, making a tremendous noise.

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Heaven and earth are gradually stitched together through countless threads.

Upon arriving at the shore in an instant, Kyosuke Kosaka had no choice but to involuntarily emit a crimson flame to draw everyone's attention to him.

To avoid accidentally injuring friendly forces.

After all, the battle at Suzuka Mountain had not been over for long, and Kyoto Port, which had also participated in the war, might not be immune to suspicion.

"Kyosuke-sama!"

Against the gloomy, dark backdrop, the crimson flames stood out starkly, immediately drawing the attention of the border guards who were all excited.

Kyosuke Kosaka did not respond immediately.

Only after seeing that others recognized him did he methodically cast the barrier to prevent the increasingly violent waves from turning into a tsunami that would strike Kyoto Port.

Being near the coast means you're bound to face such a sudden disaster.

"Sigh, I'm in charge of security in Kyoto, and I still have to come here to help out at the port... What kind of firefighter am I?"

Kyosuke Kosaka muttered to himself.

But they also understood that this was something that had to be done.

Maintaining interpersonal relationships and building connections is indeed very important in this era.

From a rational perspective, this is something worth a lifetime to build.

A lifetime...

Not so good.

Let's see if there's a more comfortable place, and then head over there.

However, thinking about these things is still too far ahead.

The reward he receives after helping out might prevent him from going home tonight.

It depends on the situation; sometimes it's hard to refuse such hospitality.

There's no way around it that we have to accept their kindness.

Therefore, when Kyosuke Kosaka was warmly invited to stay after finishing his business, he had no choice but to remain in Kyoto Port.

At the reward banquet, there were quite a few women, suspected to be noblewomen, loitering around.

He remained fully vigilant.

Decided.

Drinking all night!

And so, the dinner proceeded in a magical way.

One by one, people collapsed under the influence of alcohol.

the other side.

Some noblewomen, who were still preparing to "take action" against Kousaka Kyosuke while he was drunk, as instructed by their family elders, were already sitting in a small room chatting.

A person stands in front of the small door, observing the surroundings to prevent their conversation from being overheard.

"I think everyone should get some sleep; we're probably going to drink all night."

"Hey, Maki, you know it all now?"

"What, I understand now? If you still want to drink at this point, doesn't that just mean you only want to drink?"

"Oh, your analysis does make some sense..."

"I completely understand it, that's a perfect score!"

The young girl, Makihara Kozue, crossed her arms and looked confident.

Terashima Kaoru listened to her friend Makihara Kozue's explanation with a thoughtful expression.

Hearing Makihara Kozue's explanation, the others, who already had some suspicions, felt even more disheartened.

Some were caught in an even worse vortex of negative emotions—

"I don't want to stay in Kyoto Port any longer! I want to go to Kyoto! I'll go to the Water Department if I want!"

"I just want to marry a normal person!"

"I want to move back to the Water Department..."

The girls, who already knew it was hopeless, even started to cry.

By the way.

The women in the room all came from the modern era and from the same school.

The school belongs to the private, elite Shuchiin Academy, so they all know each other quite well.

When they start chatting, they don't have many reservations.

However, it was difficult for Makihara Kozue to feel good after hearing those resentful and gloomy words.

"Even if you're really in trouble, please don't look like you're giving up..."

As long as you're alive, there's always a way.

"What a pity. It's clear that Lord Kyosuke is a true hero. It's a shame we never had the chance to meet him."

Terashima Kaoru muttered regretfully to herself.

Makihara Kozue scoffed, "If you put all your hopes on one person, you're destined to be a loser."

"Even so, we are just ordinary women who cannot survive normally after leaving home."

"My home..."

Makihara Kozue pondered, feeling quite troubled.

In this era, family background is a very important factor for both men and women.

Even Hideyoshi Hashiba, hundreds of years later, had to reluctantly acknowledge the Kanpaku (regent) of the imperial court as his adoptive father to gain basic recognition from the aristocratic class.

Is this world even more feudal?

Abandoning is definitely not an option.

Furthermore, if one truly wants to abandon their status and become a self-sufficient commoner, they must first consider whether they have the necessary conditions.

In general, it's most practical for women with a prestigious but empty family background to marry a man of similar status.

This is actually the same reason why many women in modern China are willing to become housewives.

They're all just choosing the most cost-effective and affordable lifestyle.

"Alright, Kozue, good luck! You'll find the perfect husband someday!"

"Let me lend you some good words."

Makihara said weakly.

She inadvertently saw two senior colleagues who liked drawing comics and making miso chatting happily in a corner, and she sighed inwardly.