Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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As dawn broke, the battle ended, but the matter was far from over.

Kousaka Kyosuke told Su Yi Su Chang to go back first, and then had Yao Dao Ji and Bai Lang search for the remaining lurking sea monsters and inform them of the defeat. He then took Kagura to the government office.

What was the reason for going to the government office?

Naturally, it involves cleaning up the "aftermath" of the battle.

The Prosecutor's Office is investigating illegal activities.

"If you encounter any lingering sirens, persuade them to leave. Only take action as a last resort, and focus on subduing them rather than killing them indiscriminately."

Kyosuke Kosaka said things he didn't want to say.

forgive?

Repaying kindness with kindness?

This is really putting others in a difficult position!

However, Kyosuke Kosaka also understood that he had to do it.

Whether from their own standpoint or from the wishes of those in power, they had no choice but to do it.

"The nobles and courtiers in Kyoto just want these sea monsters to leave quickly, rather than thinking about revenge. After all, the number of sea monsters that remain is well over five figures..."

"If we really wipe them out completely, it will only drive the sea monsters, who have lost their leader Ōtakemaru, completely insane, and they will eventually launch a terrible war of revenge."

Kyosuke Kosaka thought to himself.

There is some truth to the saying that a desperate army is bound to win.

They've all lost their most respected leader, so they're probably just thinking of holding a funeral to mourn him.

If they still persist in their demands, then we must prepare for the worst.

Kyosuke Kosaka had no intention of messing things up like that.

Since the general consensus is that Ōtakemaru's suicide is the end of the matter, we should handle the aftermath properly as soon as possible.

Kousaka Kyosuke had already briefly negotiated with Uminari of Suzuka Mountain, and then handed the matter over to Seimei.

At this moment, most of the sea monsters from Suzuka Mountain have headed to the marine area near Arakawa, and as agreed, Kyosuke Kousaka will also send someone to deliver any remaining possible escapees there.

There's no need for prisoners, because the powerful and influential people in Kyoto probably don't want to see any trace of the sirens.

"Also, you need to distinguish between siren and ordinary monsters. Many monsters who had grudges against siren came to support us in this battle, and most of them have returned now, but it's possible that some are still lingering. You should ask around to find out more..."

Kyosuke Kosaka then went on to explain in detail the differences between siren and monster.

The best way to tell them apart is by their taste.

If you sniff carefully, you can still detect the difference in the salty smell of the siren.

"..."

Having participated in the battle and followed instructions for the next step, Ayanokouji finally felt relieved as he listened to Kousaka Kyosuke's slow narration.

The head of the household was fine, and his companions, apart from some injuries, also survived.

Overall, the war went very smoothly.

If you continue working methodically, you can get a promotion and a raise.

This gives off a strong sense of a person striving in society.

Another quarter of an hour.

Kousaka Kyosuke took Kagura out to investigate the situation—he had no intention of going back to rest until the matter of the siren was completely resolved.

"After this battle, I can finally rest for a while, but before that, let's get things done."

While his mind was racing with these thoughts, Kyosuke Kousaka himself was somewhat distracted.

After a long and intense battle with Ōtakemaru, and even forcibly suppressing his sacrifice, my body was really struggling to keep up.

Even if it's unbearable, you have to endure it for now.

The mess left by Suzuka's attack on Kyoto was not small, but it was not insignificant either. In this respect, it was seemingly unimportant but actually quite important, and it could easily affect the perception of other nobles.

If the Prosecutor's Office does not work with the Foreign Guard Office to improve the situation, it will definitely not work.

At the very least, those inhuman, homeless people should be made to quickly clean up the corpses and try to cover up any signs of fighting.

Otherwise, if a bunch of nobles voice their opinions, things will definitely not go well...

Thinking about all this, Kyosuke Kousaka felt quite depressed.

He not only risks his life to fight, but also actively arranges for people to handle the aftermath. He seems incredibly hardworking.

Unfortunately, Kyosuke Kosaka hates the word "hardworking" the most.

"Kyosuke, what happened before was very dangerous."

"...I understand this too. The main reason is that if Ootakemaru had actually succeeded in his sacrifice, Kyoto's spiritual energy would have been completely drained, turning it into a barren land, leaving no place for anyone to stand."

Seeing Kagura begin to accuse him in a low voice, her cherry-red eyes misty and swirling, Kousaka Kyosuke knew he had to explain himself properly.

When he gets back, he'll probably have to endure everyone's "complaints," but he'll probably accept it willingly.

It feels pretty good to be cared for.

"Did you pay attention to your own situation when you were blocking Ōtakemaru?" Kagura asked again.

"Yes, yes, and besides, won't you all help us out then?"

Kyosuke Kosaka explained further.

He scanned the area around Rashomon with his mental power and found that there was no one around. He pulled Kagura to a dark corner and began to stop her from saying anything further.

Block it.

Then there won't be any major problems.

My blood was churning, and something was swirling in my head.

After a long while, Kyosuke Kosaka finally released Kagura.

"a……"

Kagura was dizzy, her eyes filled with a spring mist, and her voice sounded like a low murmur.

With that tender, sweet voice and that cute, innocent face, Kyosuke Kosaka could clearly feel his heart skip a beat.

After being a "Komachi fan", he then became a "Kagura fan".

It must be emphasized that he is absolutely not a lolicon.

"Alright, let's take another look around." Kousaka Kyosuke patted Kagura on the shoulder.

"Well……"

Kagura leaned back a little, unable to resist the pleasurable yet uncomfortable stimulation in her body, and finally snuggled into Kousaka Kyosuke's arms several times before reluctantly separating.

Kyosuke Kosaka gently stroked Kagura's smooth, jet-black hair.

"Let's go."

"Good~"

Having controlled her emotions, Kagura continued to follow Kyosuke Kousaka, her joy and satisfaction beyond words.

After the two had been gone for a while, a girl dressed in a white dress with a peculiar pattern quietly appeared from a dark corner...

"Does it taste good?"

The young girl Menreiki pondered.

Thanks to the convenience of living here for so long, she can remain very discreet and not reveal her presence in the surrounding area.

Therefore, when Kyosuke Kousaka and Kagura arrived, she wondered whether she should greet them.

As a result, we saw Kyosuke Kousaka and Kagura interacting intimately, just like when they first met.

Considering that a sudden appearance would be too frightening, Menreiki decided not to show up.

She then carefully observed the interaction between Kyosuke Kousaka and Kagura... and ultimately discovered that the relationship between Kyosuke Kousaka and Kagura was something she greatly envied.

—Even her father probably didn't love her this much.

Although I want to deny it, it's hard to actually do it.

Why did this happen? It's so upsetting...

The perspective shifts to Kyosuke Kousaka's residence on a main road.

The woman in plain clothes returned early to explain the battle situation to her comrades.

The battle between Kousaka Kyosuke and Ōtakemaru was not concealed much.

"...Sigh, Kyosuke-sama is working too hard," Kaori sighed.

Hearing that Ōtakemaru was going to fight to the death and that her husband was going to follow her and cause trouble, she suddenly felt overwhelmed.

Few others could control their emotions like Xiangzi; their eyes were filled with tears.

Seeing the somber atmosphere, Su Yi could only try to ease the tension by mentioning something that would help.

"Lord Kyosuke said we should eat first..."