Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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"Everyone likes you very much today."

The cherry blossom fairy named Sakura did not refuse again, but smiled and praised her friend, the peach blossom fairy, and naturally changed the subject.

"W-what do you like?" the peach blossom fairy retorted. "It's just that I bloom a little earlier than you. After a while, you'll just forget about me."

"Look, wasn't it always like that before? Everyone mistook me for you, and in the end, not only did they mistake me for someone else, they also complained that I was short and not good-looking."

"..." The cherry blossom fairy listened helplessly to the peach blossom fairy's ramblings, but did not offer any comfort.

Because my friend doesn't like being comforted.

I often prefer to hear the truth.

Unfortunately, the truth in this world is never pleasant to hear.

So she had no choice but to remain silent.

"So that's Kyosuke, who's been quite famous these past few days. He doesn't look like much at all, and he didn't even notice us."

"They discovered it, but they're just pretending not to see it."

Sakura Fairy had no choice but to tell the truth.

It seems that Kyosuke Kosaka did not notice them, but he probably just ignored them because he didn't want to disturb them.

Because she completely trusted the opinions of other yokai about Kousaka Kyosuke.

Moreover, the story of defeating a powerful demon wielding a divine weapon is widely known, and it is said by demons from all over the world, so it must be true.

Since Kyosuke Kosaka is so powerful, how could he not have discovered them?

"...Pretend you can't see it?!"

The peach blossom fairy was stunned, and finally realized what was happening.

Sakura Fairy smiled: "It's good that we don't have to say anything. Isn't it something to be happy about that everyone likes to watch us?"

"That's true, but it'll be your turn next time."

"That's not necessarily true. Our flowering seasons overlap, so they'll be able to enjoy both peach blossoms and cherry blossoms at the same time..."

"Let's eat, let's eat sakura mochi!"

The peach blossom fairy's heart was pounding; she was overwhelmed with excitement.

Whenever the flowers bloom, people are drawn to admire them, but they all think her "cherry blossom" is not pretty. Now, finally someone has recognized it!

So happy!

Should we sprinkle more flowers next time?

She'll bring out peaches for everyone to eat when we come back in the fall.

Ah.

The cherry blossom fairy held a cherry blossom mochi and smiled knowingly.

She knew that her friend was secretly very happy.

I just hope that next time everyone comes, they won't forget about Peach...

The perspective shifts to the other side.

Upon returning, Kyosuke Kousaka bid farewell to Princess Goldfish, Princess Kaguya, the Goddess of Fate, Kasumigaoka, and others, before continuing his journey back with Princess Ao and the Goddess of the Moon.

On the way, Kyosuke Kosaka couldn't help but ask about the situation of the Moon Goddess.

"After becoming a god, did you sense anything different?"

"It seems like I can do a lot of things, but when I use my divine power, I find that it's not enough."

The Moon Chaser, who had been full of confidence, immediately showed a slightly regretful expression.

Kyosuke Kousaka was speechless.

He raised his hand and touched the Moon Chaser's fluffy tail.

"You're getting too big for your britches. If this continues, I feel like you'll be trampling me underfoot one day."

"You..."

The Moon Chaser looked completely bewildered.

The first thing that came to mind was the time when she had to change into a bunch of weird clothes, and even wear long socks.

There were many times back then...

“Ahem, let’s skip that topic,” Kyosuke Kosaka said calmly. “Is there anything else you’d like to do? It’s a rare opportunity to get out here, so I can satisfy any desires you may have.”

Qingji immediately raised her hand excitedly: "Love, love!"

The Moon Goddess was taken aback at first, then her cheeks flushed red: "—No!"

"what……"

Qingji's smile vanished instantly, replaced by disappointment.

Her dark blue hair had lost the radiant glow that a young girl should have.

The Moon Chaser immediately became embarrassed: "I, I didn't mean to disagree with your opinion..."

Kyosuke Kosaka embraced both Tsukuyomi and Aohime.

"It's alright, I can handle this!"

The Moon Goddess glared at Kousaka Kyosuke. "What do I have to do with it?! I don't want to see your body! That long, straight thing is kind of scary..."

"Then let's not delay any longer~"

Still feeling down, Qingji quickly looked up and said cheerfully.

The speed at which the expression changed was so fast that even the Moon Chaser God couldn't react completely for a moment.

Kyosuke Kosaka's teleportation speed is even faster!

He had no intention of eating the Moon Chaser.

That doesn't mean they can't experience romantic relationships between men and women.

Decided.

When the moon tries to escape, pinch the rabbit's ears to calm the Moon Chaser down...

Moon Goddess Shrine.

Kagura, who was waiting for Kyosuke Kosaka to return, was silently reading the book she carried with her.

It contained folk tales about the Tang Dynasty, all related to love, which she enjoyed reading.

Love stories in books can have happy endings or tragedies.

Kagura always imagines herself in those situations.

She realized that a happy ending suited her better.

"Miss Kagura..."

"Okay, I'm coming right now."

Kagura heard someone calling her and shifted her gaze from the book to the source of the sound.

Then they discovered that the person who asked for help was a girl named Hoshino Ai.

Her child was born with a deficiency.

It is indeed very troublesome; it needs to be nurtured with spiritual energy until it is larger before it will be safe.

In normal circumstances, the mother needs to observe the situation; otherwise, the consequences could be disastrous.

Kagura can already imagine how hard it must be for the Moon Goddess to stay here.

"It's really troublesome for Zhuiyue."

While thinking, Kagura also began to treat Hoshino Ai's daughter, Rumi.

Hoshino Ai watched with concern, her heart clenching.

Hayasaka Ai and Shirogane Kei, who were free, also walked over quietly.

Hayasaka Ai: "Rumie seemed fine most of the time, but things started going wrong after Aohime left, and then Lady Kagura came to help keep an eye on her..."

Immediately, Hayasaka Ai had a guess.

She quickly deduced that the Moon Goddess must usually be taking care of Rumi's physical condition, which was why Rumi appeared to be perfectly fine.

Yes, ever since I learned that the shrine is indeed protected by the deity Oitsuki-no-Kami.

Hayasaka Ai then realized that many of the successful things were probably related to her.

As for Kyosuke Kousaka, whom we haven't seen for a long time?

Hayasaka Ai was well aware that Kousaka Kyosuke was avoiding suspicion.

There are quite a few women around the shrine, so coming and going can be awkward.

Even Kagura, whose attire is clearly unusual, always makes everyone feel reserved whenever she comes over.