Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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At least that seems to be the case from what the two of them have seen so far...

Therefore, Yui Yuigahama's competitiveness is indeed too weak.

“…So handsome.”

"Ok?"

Yukino tilted her head, looking at Yuigahama Yui who had suddenly spoken with a puzzled expression.

Even Horikita Suzune and Kiryuin Fuka were stunned. What was going on?

“…So handsome.” Yui Yuigahama suddenly looked up, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Yukino, Horikita Suzune, and Kiryuin Kaede.

The look on his face was as if he had seen a worshipped idol.

Horikita Suzune and Kiryuin Fuka looked at each other, their expressions a mixture of confusion and bewilderment.

Yukino was even more direct, "shocked" by Yui Yuigahama's sudden attitude, and even stiffly took half a step back.

Yui Yuigahama, however, could not hide her enthusiasm.

"Everyone speaks so coolly! I feel so envious of how much emphasis everyone places on 'individuality'... I'm also unsure if I should try to emulate them. After all, I've always lived a life where I had to be mindful of others' opinions, and this is the first time I've encountered this situation..."

"..."

Yukino tried hard not to look away, but her hand couldn't help but fiddle with her hair to calm the inexplicable restlessness in her heart.

She always felt like she had encountered something very troublesome.

But she can't just give up because it's too much trouble... In short, she doesn't know what to do.

What should I do?

"...Although I don't want to say it outright, I'll be frank. If you want to be noticed, you'd better make your voice heard. If you continue to remain silent, don't blame others for ignoring you."

Yukino sighed softly and finally looked away.

Because Yui Yuigahama's gaze towards her was really...

upset.

Why does this happen?

"I understand! I get it! I will definitely work hard!"

Yui Yuigahama stared directly at Yukino.

Not only Yukino, but also Horikita Suzune and Kiryuin Kaede.

"...Keep trying."

"That's good."

"Keep it up! With this kind of momentum, your charm will skyrocket!"

"thank you all."

Yui Yuigahama couldn't help but shed tears, looking deeply moved.

Yukino sighed and took out a handkerchief from the small pocket in her sleeve: "Let's wipe it off."

"……Um."

Yui Yuigahama took the handkerchief, wiped away her tears, and her body trembled like a pitiful little animal.

Yukino felt increasingly helpless and exhausted. "Sensei, you think I'm too laid-back, right...?"

Horikita Suzune and Kiryuin Fuka, who were standing nearby, quickly regained their composure.

The two of them tacitly kept their distance from Yukino and Yui, giving them more opportunities to interact.

the other side.

Komachi and Hiratsuka Shizuka quickly became acquainted with the band members and soon integrated into the group.

Hiratsuka Shizuka and Hiroi Kikuri got along very well, loudly discussing alcohol as if no one else was around, although neither of them actually drank any alcohol, they were just talking about it.

Ultimately, both of them felt they had someone to rely on for the rest of their lives.

There's no need to drown your sorrows in alcohol like you used to.

As for Komachi, she gets along well with everyone.

"Does Komachi also play the guitar?" Kita Ikuyo asked with interest.

Komachi nodded enthusiastically: "Yes, I do."

Xingge handed over the guitar beside him: "How about showing off your skills?"

"Okay~"

Hiratsuka Shizuka and Hiroi Kikuri, who were still chatting, fell silent and looked on expectantly.

Then, Komachi began to pluck the strings and play a piece.

The light and lively notes seemed to float gently in the air, and everyone was temporarily immersed in Komachi's performance.

I do not know how long it has been.

The performance is over.

Komachi, who was playing the piano with her eyes closed, opened them.

"How is it?"

Xingge pondered for a moment and said, "It's better than Xiduo..."

"Woo!"

Kita Ikuyo let out a mournful cry.

Yamada Ryo said, "It's better than Pochi-chan."

"Uh!"

Boqi-chan clutched her heart, swaying precariously.

After hearing Yamada Ryo's comments, Komachi hesitated to speak.

Su Chang giggled and said, "It was Boqi-chan who taught Komachi."

Upon hearing this, Hiroi Kikuri clutched her stomach and burst into laughter: "Hahahaha—"

"I...I...I'm a water flea...How could I be so terrible..."

Boqi-chan finally began to doubt herself and wriggled on the straw mat.

Hongxia anxiously encouraged, "Boqi-chan! You're good at guitar!"

"That's right! Poke-chan, don't give up!"

Komachi quickly offered words of comfort.

Yamada Ryo squatted to the side watching Pochi-chan's behavior: "You still need to work on your courage."

Hiratsuka Shizuka said loudly, "It's alright, we're here to watch over you, take your time~"

Xingge remained silent, thinking to herself, "Are you treating Boqi-chan like a pet...?"

Thinking about it, it really is true.

It was noon.

With the research on collecting sunlight completely completed, Kyosuke Kousaka gathered everyone for a meal, also inviting Princess Kaguya and Princess Goldfish, whom he hadn't seen in a long time.

However, what surprised Kousaka Kyosuke the most was... Yukino.

Observing Yui Yuigahama, who seemed to be clinging tightly to Yukino, he realized that they seemed to have fallen into some kind of strange cycle again.

"Shizuka wanted Yukino to help Yui integrate into this environment, but Yui ended up clinging to Yukino?"

Kyosuke Kosaka immediately had this guess in his mind.

And they believe that this guess is absolutely correct.

It certainly feels quite strange.

But he also felt there was no need to get involved.

In conclusion, the current problem has finally been resolved, so I should be able to take a good rest for a while now, right?

Day 382 of crossing

Kyosuke Kosaka realized that he had been too naive.

Early in the morning, Minamoto no Hiromasa came over to ask for help in finding some things, because a lot of important spiritual materials needed to make the Oni Soldier Department were missing.

Since the barrier formed by the Oni Soldier Corps is one of the important means to prevent unknown forces from absorbing Kyoto's spiritual energy, this matter must be resolved immediately.

Aren't you coming with us?

Suppressing his curiosity, Kyosuke Kousaka asked Hiromasa Minamoto.

He was quite curious as to why it was Minamoto no Hiromasa who came to ask for help this time, and not Minamoto no Yorihira.

However, this is not the time to be particular about such things in critical moments.

“I’m going to explore the Demon Realm with Raikou and Onikiri, so I can only ask you for help,” Minamoto no Hiromasa explained.