Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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There was only one woman in the entire school who liked to smoke and drink.

The label of "older unmarried" is also well-known.

however.

In this world, she is definitely not unmarried.

I just learned that Hiratsuka Shizuka is the spouse of the lord of this manor.

Therefore, she planned to see if she could get Hiratsuka Shizuka's attention when they pretended to bump into each other by chance.

If not, Isshiki Hachiman had no intention of continuing.

Her ability to move freely for this short period was related to her retrieving the weapons and equipment that the evil spirits had stolen.

Su Chang, who had some affection for her, was willing to vouch for her and allow her to move freely here before she left.

What about the rest?

That is, the samurai reserve who were originally heading to Kyoto with great fanfare, including their families.

They are not allowed to wander around; their activity area remains the same as before, consisting of only a small park.

There's more to it than that.

The people from the main branch of the Genji clan in Kyoto actually came yesterday.

With their excellent intelligence network, they knew roughly what was going on.

Even so, the main branch of the Kyoto Genji clan still condemned their behavior and indicated that they would no longer employ them.

However, out of consideration for being from the same clan, the main branch of the Minamoto clan still sent them food, hoping they would leave as soon as possible and not embarrass them.

That's the end of it.

Because of this situation, they all had to return to their hometown immediately.

Even Iroha Isshiki was in despair.

Even though she had some connection with Su Chang, it was difficult for her to plead with Su Chang to stay.

That really put Su Chang in a difficult position.

It just seems like it's going to be very difficult to succeed.

Let's preserve some beautiful memories.

As for Hiratsuka Shizuka?

This was due to a sudden, powerful survival instinct triggered by Isshiki Hachiman's initial desire to return to her temporary lodgings.

For a moment, she seemed to see that even if she safely returned to her previous residence, she would face great difficulties.

The label of "deserter" is hard to shake off.

No matter how you look at it, you'll be rejected by people you already know.

If you don't even have a foothold in the first place, how can you possibly survive peacefully?

It was only when this thought suddenly occurred to Iroha Isshiki that she shamelessly and boldly began to probe.

At this moment.

In that instant, a multitude of thoughts raced through Iroha's mind, and she couldn't quite describe the expression on his face.

She stopped and turned around with difficulty. When she saw Hiratsuka Shizuna's worried expression, a subtle feeling of relief, like a flood, welled up in her heart.

Tick ​​tock tick tock…

Iroha shed even more tears and looked at Hiratsuka Shizuka with an even more sorrowful expression.

She opened her mouth as if to call out "teacher," but rationally knew she absolutely shouldn't.

Logically speaking, the two of them had no contact whatsoever in this world, yet they suddenly knew each other? This seems like they're just causing trouble for each other.

No, she seems to have caused even more trouble now.

"……what do I do?"

Guilt and distress stemming from moral conscience washed over Isshiki Hachiman's entire body.

After clearly seeing Hiratsuka Shizuka's posture, she lost her previous will to survive.

Shame and self-reproach welled up inside me.

Iroha Isshiki regretted what she had just done.

But before Isshiki Hachiman could think of anything else, she found herself enveloped in a very warm and soft embrace...

"Tell me if it's a really difficult problem."

Hiratsuka Shizuka gently said as she hugged Isshiki Hachi.

Seeing Isshiki Hatake's face, which was filled with despair, mixed with a variety of complex emotions such as hesitation, unease, and shame, she knew that she still needed to understand the specific situation.

If the student in front of her were to encounter any serious difficulties related to survival, she would definitely do her best to help.

Besides, if things really get to that point, a reasonable husband would definitely offer some help.

However, Hiratsuka Shizuka believes that this kind of thing really cannot happen again...

The situation will become increasingly difficult in the future.

The husband, who seemed quite relaxed, would definitely find it difficult to relax in the days that followed.

If you're going to be a burden, it's best to leave as soon as possible.

"What a headache these days."

Hiratsuka Shizuka felt helpless, but outwardly showed no unusual emotion.

Let's comfort this student who seems to be in a very difficult situation first.

I don't know if we've really encountered some terrible crisis.

I hope not.

A quarter of an hour passed.

Inside a pavilion specifically built for privileged individuals to rest in.

Hiratsuka Shizuka was accompanied by Iroha Isshiki and two students, Yukino and Yui Yuigahama.

Now that it is known that Isshiki Hatake is his student, and a student at Soubu High School, it doesn't matter if a few more people know.

the most important is……

"Yukino knows Kyosuke-sama's personality best; she'll surely come up with a solution immediately, right?"

Hiratsuka Shizuka unkindly let this thought cross her mind.

Despite the huge possibility of being personally attacked by Yang Nai, she still did it.

Now that Hiratsuka Shizuka has a basic understanding of Isshiki Hatake's situation, she naturally wants to help!

When it comes to survival, there's nothing that can be done.

Putting everything else aside, at least provide people with a way to survive.

"...Ahem, she's the Genji girl, Aya, that Su Chang mentioned before. She's the one who guided Su Chang, Yaodao-hime, and the others in hunting down the demons and retrieving their equipment and weapons. Haha, she's your junior!"

"Yukinoshita-senpai, Yuihama-senpai..."

"You know us?"

Yukino asked in surprise.

She knew very well that Hiratsuka Shizuka was a very rational teacher.

They definitely won't reveal her and Yui Yuigahama's full names.

Therefore, there is only one possibility.

Iroha knew them.

"Both of them are very famous, just like Hayama-senpai and Miura-senpai."

"..."

Yukino was silent.

An uncomfortable experience from elementary school flashed through my mind.

She quickly put aside her discomfort and then thought about her husband.

As a result, she imagined the two of them embracing...—Yukino felt that she might be sick and perhaps needed to rest.

"I've heard about what happened over there. From either side's perspective, you're all considered 'deserters.' Your image is negative, and you won't be welcomed anywhere."

"Considering your previous efforts and the high regard everyone has for you, you have a high chance of staying. As for the reason, just say that we get along very well."

Without much hesitation, Yukino came up with a solution that left everyone else present stunned.

Yui Yuigahama hesitated, then said, "Yuki, you..."

Hiratsuka Shizuka couldn't help but speak her mind.

"Hey, aren't you just taking advantage of my favor? That's too presumptuous. At least be humble and come up with a proper reason!"