Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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It's normal for Wakaba Mutsumi, the daughter of a famous female celebrity, to be so skilled at guitar.

Motoyo Nagasaki comes from a wealthy family, so it's only natural that she has time to hone her musical skills.

Looking at it this way, it's clear that they all come from good families and are indeed talented in music, which explains why they are among the highest in terms of average ability.

"Thank you for the compliment, Kyosuke-sama. We will definitely play even better music in the future."

"There's no need to put so much pressure on yourself. Just try to maintain a level that sounds good to most people, and that's enough. As for whether you want to keep improving, that depends on your own situation. Don't force yourself, you know what I mean?"

Seeing that Toyokawa Shoko seemed to be "coiling" away, Kosaka Kyosuke immediately tried to persuade her to stop.

He doesn't mind if everyone improves their musical skills, but the problem is that if they push themselves too hard, they lose sight of the original intention.

What was his original intention?

Isn't the idea that these beautiful songs could be used as a kind of anesthetic during subsequent wars?

Otherwise, the collapse rate of soldiers who are constantly teetering on the brink of life and death and witnessing the deaths of those around them would be even higher.

In short, Kyosuke Kousaka simply used music in this way, without intending to strive for perfection.

"I understand, Lord Kyosuke."

Toyokawa Shoko responded immediately.

Some special training plans have been temporarily cancelled, and the focus in the coming days is to improve everyone's ability to perform consistently.

For example, Gao Songdeng, who is most prone to nervousness, was immediately included in the list of key personnel for training.

"You and the others should also try to show some liveliness," Kousaka Kyosuke thought for a moment and then said, "like making it easy for the other listeners to feel that you are a group of very cute girls..."

When making the suggestion, Kyosuke Kousaka couldn't help but gesture with his hands again.

He thought to himself, were the members of the Naruto Band all too "rigid"?

Toyokawa Shoko and Shiina Tatsuki seemed a bit serious, Nagasaki Motoyo had a proper posture, Wakaba Mutsumi's nickname "Mutsumi-sama" was well-deserved, and Takamatsu Akari always gave off a "come and bully me" vibe.

The entire band lacked any youthful energy or vitality typical of young girls.

Isn't this bad?

Other teams clearly have them.

Take the most typical band, Bond, for example. Don't be fooled by the fact that the leaders, Hoshika and Hiroi Kikuri, are older and therefore lack youthful energy. In fact, when they play, they still give people a very shocking and spiritual feeling.

“I don’t think it needs to be lively.” After Kousaka Kyosuke finished speaking, someone raised a different opinion.

Kyosuke Kosaka grunted, then quickly realized what was happening and looked at the spider lily.

"You think Naruto and Hinata need to maintain their style like this, right?"

"Isn't music all about individuality?"

"Okay, I think my suggestion just now was a bit presumptuous."

Toyokawa Shoko quickly replied, "Lord Kyosuke, we are also able to play some pieces that match what you described, so we won't force you."

"As I said before, do what you can," Kyosuke Kosaka said to Shoko Toyokawa with a smile. "Anyway, as long as you are satisfied with the music you play, that's fine. But I hope you will also consider the tastes of the general public."

"You must remember, I am not your primary client; the others in the manor are. Hmm... that seems like a very low standard, so I won't say anything more. Now you can all get some rest..."

Just like he did with the K-On! team before, Kyosuke Kousaka prepared tea and sweets for the Naruto and Hinata teams, and he could leave after chatting with their captain, Shoko Toyokawa.

"..."

Watching Kyosuke Kosaka and the others leave, Shoko Toyokawa felt a complex mix of emotions.

To be honest, Kyosuke Kousaka's previous suggestion wasn't particularly difficult for them, but after listening to others' opinions, he still withdrew his suggestion directly.

In Toyokawa Shoko's view, this was enough to reveal, once again, some of Kosaka Kyosuke's noble qualities to a deeper degree.

"I will try my best to meet Kyosuke-sama's request!" Takamatsu Akari said to Toyokawa Shoko as she walked away, her tone firm.

Toyokawa Shoko turned around, looked at Takamatsu Akari, whose emotions were clearly high, and slowly began to speak.

"Then you must first remember whether you are truly satisfied with the lyrics you write and the songs you create. If not, I suggest you don't follow Kyosuke-sama's previous advice and just maintain your own style."

"Is doing that... really a good idea?"

Gao Songdeng looked bewildered. Shouldn't he have listened to his master's opinion wholeheartedly?

Shoko Toyokawa said, "Our 'heartfelt' performance is enough to cover up any shortcomings. There's no need to pander to the masses too much, because a song played 'heartfelt' will definitely sound good, and that's what pandering to the masses is."

Shoko Toyokawa emphasized the importance of dedication.

Since Takasatsu Takashi has consistently and consistently demonstrated her potential, it's impossible for her songs to be bad, and that's enough.

"What Kyosuke-sama needs is for most people to find it pleasant to listen to, and we can do that now, so let's just keep going at our own pace."

It was rare for Wakaba Mutsu to speak at such a long pace.

Toyokawa Shoko nodded: "That's exactly what I meant."

“That’s no problem. Tokie is the best singer, and everyone loves listening to her sing!” Shiina Tatsuki said.

Nagasaki Motoyo said softly, "Yes, let's leave it at that..."

Chihaya Aine, like an outsider, watched everyone's conversation with a bitter feeling in her heart.

Yes, everyone sounds great when they play with their heart; that's talent. But what is she, a complete beginner to guitar, supposed to do? She wants to join in...

Let's skip the band stuff.

Kousaka Kyosuke then led a few people to find Menreiki and Renka. These two girls were busy supporting the songstresses, so naturally they didn't stay with Kousaka Kyosuke.

Kyosuke Kosaka accompanied them, and soon Aohime also came over. The group went shopping together, and the atmosphere became more and more harmonious.

It was a beautiful day.

Day 473 of crossing

Kyosuke Kousaka and Kagura returned to Kyoto.

The sounds of chanting and the clanging of wooden fish drums filled the air in Kyoto, making Kousaka Kyosuke wonder if he had entered the Western Paradise.

"Don't think that believing in Buddhism will guarantee a good reincarnation; you'll be what you're meant to be."

Kousaka Kyosuke secretly complained.

Having already sent Kagura back to her residence, he headed towards the government compound, intending to review the latest imperial decrees. However, he unexpectedly encountered Yaobikuni on the road. This priestess was actually traveling with Tennoji Miri? How strange.

409. Yaobikuni and Tennoji / Bewitching / Guiding

"Mr. Kyousuke~"

"Kyosuke-sama!"

"Good morning, Yaobikuni, Horie-dono."

Kyosuke Kosaka greeted him naturally, his mind full of curiosity.

Are Yaobikuni and Tennoji Temple beautiful?

What combination is this?

witches and nuns?

"The spiritual veins around Mikazuki-ji Temple are disordered, so I accepted Mr. Michitsuna's request to help deal with it."

As if understanding Kousaka Kyosuke's confusion, Yaobikuni immediately smiled and briefly explained the situation to him.

Upon hearing this, Kousaka Kyosuke became even more curious.

"You also have connections with Dao Gang?"

"Isn't this normal? After all, Mr. Daogang is known for his excellent information."

“…I can’t refute that.”

Kyosuke Kousaka was speechless.

Fujiwara no Michitsuna was indeed an Onmyoji, but unfortunately, it seems that most people's impression of him is that of a strategist.

Similar to the chief priest in charge of various public affairs of the Taoist priest, and the leader who directs the actions of the Fujiwara clan's Onmyoji.

On the contrary, he has hardly revealed many of the Onmyoji's skills.

During the previous subjugation of Mount Oe, Kyosuke Kousaka had witnessed Fujiwara no Michitsuna's skill in using magic circles and barriers that required various complex preparations, which were more like support rather than direct confrontation.

It's been a long time since we've seen Kousaka Kyosuke take action, but as a strategist and commander, he's certainly more valuable.

For example, right now, haven't they already become acquainted with Yaobikuni?

Directly to the client.

Furthermore, she is well aware of the principle of "trusting those you employ and not employing those you distrust." It should be noted that Yaobikuni had a criminal record, yet she is now being put in charge of issues related to the Kyoto spiritual veins.

"It should also be related to the women's identity. Mikazuki-ji is a nunnery, and there are nunneries all around it, while there are no powerful female monks in Kyoto."

Incidentally, there are very few female Onmyoji in Kyoto, because the Onmyoryo (Yin-Yang Bureau) does not recognize them.

To put it simply, it's discrimination.

Women cannot become Onmyoji; at most, they can perform exorcisms as shrine maidens or assistants to Onmyoji.

As far as Kyosuke Kosaka knew, there were very few women in Kyoto who knew Onmyodo. They were mostly just helpers who were available when it was inconvenient for Onmyoji to exorcise spirits for women. In short, they were not very strong.