Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Ignore all that nonsense.

Having observed that a group of people not far from the girl eating grass were carrying a lot of luggage, and that there were also people dressed as warriors guarding them, Kousaka Kyosuke had some general idea of ​​what was going on.

"But they don't seem like refugees. Their clothes don't look like refugees, and they're quite clean," Su Chang said curiously.

Kyosuke Kosaka replied, "Perhaps they're tired of meat and want to eat something vegetarian, who knows?"

"That's possible, but where are they going? They're almost at our manor. Are they going to Kyoto or Kyoto Port? They've gone the wrong way."

Su Chang continued.

Yes, Su Chang naturally noticed the people around the grass-eating girl.

Although it is not visible to the naked eye due to barriers such as trees and grass, it can still be immediately perceived.

"Let's go ask."

"okay!"

Su Chang responded and conveniently retreated behind Kousaka Kyosuke.

Seeing this, Kyosuke Kosaka had no choice but to quicken his pace.

As they approached the girl eating grass, the group hurriedly went to her side.

The parents of a couple who appeared to be the girl were extremely anxious.

"Liang, what are you doing here?"

"Phew, we finally found it! I was so worried!"

"Sorry, I ate too much meat and want to eat some wild vegetables."

Both Kousaka Kyosuke and Su Chang heard the brief conversation clearly.

Kyosuke Kousaka was completely speechless.

Is he a prophet?

"Lord Junpei, someone's coming..."

The swordsman walked up to the leader, a handsome middle-aged man, and gave him a reminder.

Then, the man looked over.

Kousaka Kyosuke smiled and nodded at him while maintaining a safe distance.

"I am a neighbor of one of the surrounding manors. There is no road leading here, so I don't know how long it has been since any strangers came. May I ask where you come from, my guest?"

"I am Junpei from the Yamada clan of Izumi Province... Due to the attack of a yokai, I had to move to Kyoto with my family."

"If you're going to Kyoto, you've taken the wrong road. There's no road this way. Kyoto is to the east. Walk a little further and you'll reach the main road. Just follow the main road."

"Thank you very much for giving me directions."

Seeing that Kousaka Kyosuke and Susho were dressed and had an extraordinary demeanor, Yamada Junpei immediately believed it.

In this era, the things you can't fool most are appearance and demeanor.

You can tell someone's identity and status just by looking at their appearance.

Based on Yamada Junpei's deduction, his own status should be lower than that of the man in front of him.

The fact that he could become the head of several manors not far from Kyoto suggests that he must have a status that is beyond his reach.

His clan was merely a local, not particularly powerful, clan.

They certainly couldn't compare to other noble families and powerful clans in the capital region.

Ding Dong~

A raindrop falls gently.

Kyosuke Kousaka, who was about to end his conversation with Junpei Yamada, paused in surprise.

It's raining?

I remember that divination isn't something you can't do?

Oh, right, it's still quite a distance from here to the shrine, and besides, the weather he divined earlier wasn't even here.

"The miasma here is still quite strong, which is affecting the balance of yin and yang in the surrounding area..."

Kousaka Kyosuke secretly said again.

Seeing that Yamada Junpei and his group were hurriedly trying to avoid the rain, he simply raised his hand and released a simple spiritual energy barrier to help shield them from the rain.

"It's estimated that the rain will continue for a while. If you don't mind, please come and visit my manor."

After some consideration, Kyosuke Kosaka still extended the invitation.

In this era, it was still quite normal for nobles and powerful families to share resources.

Even if there are unscrupulous individuals who resort to underhanded tactics, it's unlikely that anyone would do such a thing in the capital region, near the imperial city.

Ultimately, the nobles were all related by blood.

Even the powerful clans in the provinces under the jurisdiction of the State ...

In this era, the basic practice was that retired provincial governors who had developed relationships with the provincial governors they had previously served in would not return to Kyoto after losing their positions.

After all, it was difficult for nobles living in Kyoto to maintain basic dignity without holding an official position.

If they insist on coming here, they'll just be sitting around doing nothing and running out of money.

It would be better to continue developing locally.

This is the story of the three Heike brothers that Kousaka Kyosuke knew well.

When he retires from the Taoist priest's office, he will definitely return to the state he was in charge of as the chief minister. When he steps down from his post as chief minister, he will have long since become a powerful local clan.

Then, the next provincial governor to take office will most likely have to act according to their wishes.

This cycle repeats endlessly, like nesting dolls.

"Then, I'll have to trouble you, sir."

"My name is Kyosuke."

"...You, you are Lord Kyosuke, the adjutant of the Kyoto Prosecutor's Office?!"

Upon hearing the name, Junpei Yamada was immediately startled, and his reaction was remarkably quick.

Seeing that Kousaka Kyosuke could use magic, and comparing his age and name... how could Yamada Junpei not have any suspicions?

"Indeed, it seems I have some reputation in Izumi."

Kousaka Kyosuke smiled sheepishly.

At the same time, she was trying hard to suppress the unease in her heart.

To be honest, I feel like I'm seeing this too often.

"Kyosuke-sama..."

"No need for formalities, please bring your guests over."

Seeing that Junpei Yamada wanted to say something, Kyosuke Kousaka waved his hand and smiled.

Upon seeing this, Yamada Junpei quickly bowed respectfully and then walked towards his wife, retainers, and vassals to begin organizing his troops.

"I'll spend time with you later; I won't let you down."

Kousaka Kyosuke whispered words of comfort to Su Chang, who had remained silent the entire time behind him.

Su Chang smiled faintly and nodded.

She was much more dignified and proper than usual.

It even made Kyosuke Kousaka wonder if he had become a different person.

Of course, Kyosuke Kosaka understood that Su Chang was being reserved in front of outsiders and didn't want to draw too much attention to herself or embarrass him.

"I really didn't want to entertain anyone..."

Kousaka Kyosuke muttered.

The more understanding your loved ones are, the more unpleasant it feels.

Despite inwardly complaining, Kyosuke Kosaka outwardly greeted them warmly upon arriving at the manor.

I had a vague feeling that the rain wouldn't stop for at least an hour.

Ignoring these people and letting them get soaked would be contrary to the aristocratic spirit of this era.

If it were a group of disaster victims, it would be simple.

Give them some food, provide some shelter from the rain, and that's it. What happens afterward is none of his business.

Ultimately, he could never truly help any stranger to the end; he would do what little he could to help.

Upon arriving at the manor, Junpei Yamada and his family were soon received by Yuzheng.

Because of the vast difference in their social status.

It was impossible for Kousaka Kyosuke to keep entertaining Yamada Junpei.

Otherwise, it would be Junpei Yamada himself who should be panicking.