Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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"After passing through the main hall, the area inside is inhabited by people related to me, or more specifically, relatives related to my partner."

"I've heard that some of the ladies in the palace are secretly discussing how you resemble Lord Bai of Zhongguan."

"I've heard that assessment before."

Kousaka Kyosuke looked confused.

Zhongguanbai refers to Fujiwara no Michitaka.

My ex-ex-boyfriend's close advisor.

As for the former Kanpaku, let's not talk about him.

This man had only been in office for a few days, and it's estimated that even the local nobles didn't know that he had once served as a regent.

As for what others say about their similarities to Michitaka?

That is because Michitaka had greatly promoted his father-in-law, Takashina Shigetada, to the current position of Junior Second Rank, Shikibu Daisuke.

Furthermore, after becoming the regent, Michitaka vigorously promoted his wife's family.

Many nobles expressed their incomprehension.

reason?

The main reason is that Gao Jiecheng was merely a low-ranking nobleman and a poor scholar.

How could a daughter born into this family, who is a high-ranking noblewoman who married Michitaka, possibly be favored by others?

This is indeed an era that values ​​marriage between people of similar social standing.

However, Daolong still broke this traditional rule.

Not only did he establish the high-ranking nobleman as his principal wife, but he also took good care of her family.

At the very least, there are many high-ranking officials in the imperial court.

Of course, as Daojian and Daozhang successively became Kanpaku (chief advisor to the emperor), these people were suppressed one after another.

Back to the topic.

Kyosuke Kosaka himself also likes to promote his partner's family members, which is quite similar to Takashi Michitaka.

"But I'm much more considerate than Daolong."

Kousaka Kyosuke secretly thought.

They arranged for each of their partners' families so well.

This is definitely No.1!

"Lord Zhongguanbai's waka poems are also very famous. 'You said you wouldn't forget me in the next life, so why not promise me this life today~~'"

Sei Shonagon then spoke with great interest about waka poetry.

As she finished speaking, her lively voice trailed off slightly.

Kyosuke Kosaka sighed helplessly, "I have made a vow I will never forget, but tomorrow is uncertain. After we meet tonight, I am willing to die..."

This isn't a woman's waka poem, so why should he be the one to recite it?

It doesn't seem to be considered mischievous anymore.

She was at least at the level of a "little devil" before Qing Ji.

Unfortunately, as time went by, Aohime's attitude towards Kousaka Kyosuke became weak.

It doesn't taste the same as it used to.

Occasionally, Qingji would be allowed to try out the role.

As a result, that disdainful expression and arrogant tone still had a strong sense of déjà vu.

So, is it Sei Shonagon's turn next?

Hmm, that sounds kind of interesting.

"No, that's not right. Shonagon still treats me with a lot of respect..."

Kousaka Kyosuke secretly said again.

Currently, Sei Shonagon treats him with great politeness, both in terms of how she addresses him and in her attitude.

They might be a bit of a chatterbox and like to say whatever comes to mind.

It's absolutely impossible for her to give a completely disdainful expression and arrogant attitude like Qing Ji used to.

"This should be the sleeping quarters, right?"

"Yes."

"Alright, I'll take off my straw hat then."

"of course can."

"Um……"

"If you really don't care, you can actually take it off after passing the main hall."

"Lord Kyosuke, I'm getting married!"

Sei Shonagon glared at Kousaka Kyosuke with a hint of anger.

Kousaka Kyosuke guessed that Sei Shonagon probably thought he was looking down on her.

The answer is no.

"No, I was thinking that since you're such a lively person, you can't just stay in one place all the time. I was thinking of taking you to the Arakawa manor occasionally. We can just disguise ourselves a little and it won't be a problem."

"..."

Sei Shonagon did not reply after hearing Kousaka Kyosuke's explanation.

It's not that I'm still angry.

Instead, she is now gradually widening her eyes and opening her little mouth.

They seemed extremely surprised.

After thinking for a moment, Kousaka Kyosuke continued:

"The manor across the Arakawa River is ultimately my territory. It's very well-managed, and there's absolutely no risk in doing anything that goes against societal prejudices."

Sei Shonagon, who finally came to her senses, still couldn't hide her astonishment.

"Lord Kyosuke, your open-mindedness has reached a completely different level..."

"Isn't this all your fault? Didn't you say women should learn to observe the world?"

"Why is it that Lord Kyosuke is able to so readily shift the blame onto me?"

Sei Shonagon was both amused and exasperated.

The man who was about to become her husband was still so interesting.

Although I was very happy, I couldn't help but feel an urge to bite him in anger.

“I have read your ‘The Pillow Book’ in detail. Didn’t you write this: ‘Some men say that women who serve in the court are frivolous and unacceptable; such people are the most detestable.’”

"Hate!"

Sei Shonagon, seeing that Kousaka Kyosuke was even mimicking some of her own tone, finally took action.

Two small hands clenched into fists and swung out in a wild, unpredictable motion.

Then, it hit the clothes.

"Kyosuke-sama?"

A sweet, childlike voice rang out.

Kyosuke Kosaka turned his head to look at a short-haired girl who was so happy that she was showing off a small fang.

"Oh, what a lovely child."

Sei Shonagon quickly realized the situation, put away her fist, and looked at the girl who had just arrived, Komachi, with a gentle smile.

His speech and actions were incredibly fluent throughout.

She truly deserves to be the most famous female official in the palace.

This allowed Kyosuke Kosaka to immediately understand the level of on-the-spot reaction of the palace ladies.

"Hello, I'm Komachi."

Komachi took the initiative to come over and greet Sei Shonagon.

Sei Shonagon said, "My name is Noko, and I used to be called 'Sei Shonagon,' but for now, you only need to remember the name 'Noko.'"

"Ah, you are..."

"Noko."

"Yes, Master Noko~"

"Call me 'older sister'."

"Yes, Sister Nuozi~"