Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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If this advantage were to be scored, it would be a perfect score.

"Komachi would definitely give it full marks. But the scoring criteria are different for everyone, so the reply shouldn't contain any affirmative words..."

Yukino spoke silently, but then realized that her behavior was inexplicable, so she immediately stopped thinking about it and didn't continue.

Some time passed.

Once everyone entered the research lab, Kyosuke Kosaka became more formal and asked Chitanda and Shizuko various questions.

Since it's supposed to be an inspection, it can't be left unimplemented.

"...By the way, why is there a strange smell here?"

After the chat finally ended, Longkui couldn't help but ask.

My gaze lingered on a spot where straw was laid out.

Shizuko said, "It's natto. This kind of food is very common around here, but it's never been on the dinner table before... Eru and I just made it."

Natto is a common food in modern Japan.

Almost every housewife knows how to make it, and the process is still simple in this day and age—just wash the beans, cook them, drain the water, seal them in straw or burlap sacks while they're still warm, and let them ferment in a suitable environment. They're ready to eat after a day!

This is much better than eating dry beans.

It's probably because of that peculiar smell that's hard to get rid of that it's still difficult to serve on the dinner table.

"So... it's for eating, haha."

Longkui's pupils visibly shrank, and she even chuckled, a rare occurrence, while speaking.

Kyosuke Kosaka looked thoughtful: "So it's already popular among the general public? Then you all should know about the dietary restrictions, right? It seems necessary to spread this information widely so that people who are not suited to eat it can avoid it. Perfect timing, I'll also take this time to look into other issues related to food..."

Natto was a taboo subject in Kyosuke Kousaka's life.

That indescribable taste probably requires the existence of genes that can adapt to it to not be repulsed by it.

Fortunately, Nino, as the chef, never served dishes with such a strong presence.

To be honest, what Kousaka Kyosuke really wants to complain about is that there are still light novels he's read where the protagonist promotes natto and it becomes very popular. It's like they've stolen the noses from the public, isn't it?

"Lord Kyosuke is right..."

Shizuko replied solemnly, inwardly thinking that Kyosuke-sama was definitely avoiding the question about natto!

516. Dietary Taboos Inspection / May is Light / Shared Table

Day 518 of crossing

As mentioned yesterday, Kyosuke Kosaka began to summarize the dietary taboos of the general public.

It was probably due to the introduction of various vegetables and fruits from the seasonal world, the complementary relationship between the Inari God and the Moon Chaser God in agricultural production, and the relatively abundant resources of this small world.

Therefore, it is not difficult for hardworking people to improve their meals with the money they earn from work.

Of course, the most important reason is also related to Kyosuke Kosaka's change in the plan for food production.

After all, in this era, farmland was used to grow food.

Very little of it is used for growing fruits, vegetables, spices, and other agricultural byproducts.

However, Kyosuke Kosaka believes that if he doesn't liberate himself from these basic needs of food, clothing, shelter, and transportation, then he's essentially no different from raising a bunch of robots.

But he always knew that everyone is an independent individual, a living, breathing person.

If you happen to have the ability to make a change, why not do it?

Like it is now.

The only cost to Kyosuke Kosaka was a slower rate of food storage efficiency.

Whether this small price to pay is a real price to pay remains to be seen.

It's safe to say that Kyosuke Kousaka doesn't care about that.

It's none of his business if others care, since he had already allocated the benefits and rights of some farmland and work at the beginning of the construction, and they all belong to his private interests.

Even after arriving here, Kyosuke Kosaka immediately replicated the process of distributing the profits once again.

In short, it's their business what the vassals like to plant on their land.

Kousaka Kyosuke can't control it.

"Those with wounds, menstruation, paralysis, etc., are not suitable to eat natto."

At this moment, Kyosuke Kosaka spoke slowly, placing his hands on Ichika and Yotsuba's hands respectively.

Kagura, standing to the side, was taking notes with a pen and paper.

It wasn't difficult for Kyosuke Kosaka to understand the effects of natto on his body after only a short time of eating it.

Of course, it would be simpler to eat by myself, but then it would be inconvenient to call someone over.

You can't just invite people over to play all the time, can you?

Kyosuke Kosaka had just said he wanted to work, so he couldn't go back on his word.

"Menstrual period... How could you say something like that so directly, Kyosuke-sama?"

Yihua looked shy.

Yotsuba, who was standing next to her, also blushed.

Kyosuke Kosaka said sincerely, "I'm sorry, I'm just telling the truth."

"I should have learned how to do a physical exam," Ichika murmured.

His self-talk was clearly meant for Kyosuke Kousaka to hear.

Kyosuke Kosaka said, "It's not too late now. We can arrange a time when we're both free, and I'll teach you a simpler method then."

"The methods of 'observation, auscultation, inquiry, and palpation'? They must be difficult to learn, right?"

"No need for all that trouble. I'll just give you a simple power to use, and you can use it with a thought. With more practice, you'll be able to master it."

The saying goes, "Great strength makes bricks fly."

With stronger and more convenient power, why bother with any hard work?

"Hmm... this method is too amazing."

Although her father was a doctor in modern times, Ichika still inadvertently learned a lot about medicine from her daily life.

As a result, one of Kyosuke Kosaka's methods seemed to be better than someone who had painstakingly studied medicine for many years.

This still somewhat impacts Ichika's worldview.

However, she quickly realized that this was quite normal, because at this point, Kousaka Kyosuke was no longer just a powerful Onmyoji to many people.

Being able to travel alongside noble deities like Susanoo and Ara, fighting side-by-side against the powerful evil god Yamata no Orochi, is no exaggeration to call him a "human god".

Of course, this is something that can't be said aloud.

"That's amazing!"

Yotsuba's eyes were already sparkling with countless tiny stars.

Kyosuke Kosaka felt he needed to show his pride, but when he saw May bringing him warm soup from the doorway, he stopped himself from doing so.

Let's have some soup to whet our appetites first.

It hasn't been long since breakfast ended, but Kyosuke Kosaka and his companions haven't eaten much, as they'll be going to various restaurants to sample popular dishes later in the day.

This can essentially be considered a form of inspection.

Ultimately, it can't be denied, right?

Most importantly, he wanted to have a reason to bring someone along on the date, which was Kyosuke Kousaka's original intention.

"Let's have some soup."

Kyosuke Kousaka let go of Ichika and Yotsuba.

"Preparations for the operation are about to begin..." May said very seriously.

When it comes to food, May is quite pure.

Kyosuke Kosaka admired him greatly.

And then there's Fumino. I originally wanted to bring her along this time, but she had made plans to visit the newly built garden with Sei Shonagon, so I had to miss it.

However, Kyosuke Kosaka said he wouldn't forget to bring back all the delicious and unique dishes for her.

As a result, Fumino's regrets were greatly reduced, and she happily played around.

"It tastes so refreshing...it's like tomato soup," Ichika exclaimed.

The soup is bright red, rich, and deep in color.

Even without smelling it, you can tell it's a tomato just by looking at it.

What amazed Ichika the most was that this tomato had only been introduced to the country not long ago.

Ichika originally thought she would never be able to eat the common vegetables and fruits of the modern world in her life, but Kyosuke Kousaka always paid attention to new ingredients, so their recipes were always being updated.

Nino, the younger sister who is a chef, was also very happy and spent a lot of time figuring out new dishes.