Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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After an unknown amount of time, Kousaka Kyosuke, having tidied up the appearance of the Moon Chaser, bid her farewell.

"I really wanted to take a picture, but that's not how you use a camera."

Kousaka Kyosuke secretly thought.

He couldn't help but think about whether he could continue to deceive the Moon Goddess one day.

Unfortunately, the Moon Chaser God knew some information about relationships between men and women, so he wasn't so easy to talk to anymore.

With a sigh, Kyosuke Kosaka went to Kasumigaoka's room again.

Suddenly, he realized that Kasumigaoka was not there.

Then I remembered that I had gone to Kasumigaoka to help the Goddess of Marriage.

After glancing around, Kyosuke Kosaka found that Kasumigaoka's room was empty and deserted.

It has all the necessary furniture, but for some reason it gives off a cold and desolate feeling.

After thinking for a moment, Kousaka Kyosuke hung a painting of Arakawa Manor high up.

He nodded secretly.

"I hope you won't think I'm being too presumptuous..."

Kousaka Kyosuke thought to himself, then placed a fruit platter and some delicate pastries on the table before leaving.

I went out and walked towards the nearby Enmusubi Shrine.

As soon as Kousaka Kyosuke arrived at the entrance, he saw Kasumigaoka dressed simply.

"Kyosuke-sama."

"Awaited."

"No, it's still early." Kasumigaoka shook her head slightly, a smile on her face.

Having received the paper crane yesterday, she naturally knew the agreed time.

After all, Kyosuke Kousaka held an important position, was very busy with official duties, and had a lot of things to do at home. She was already very grateful that he could take the time to take her to the Yokai Market.

"I'm still a little uncomfortable with you like this," Kousaka Kyosuke teased.

Kasumigaoka shook her head apologetically: "No, that can only be done in private."

In private?

Some strange mosaics flashed through Kyosuke Kousaka's mind, which he immediately brushed aside.

He needs to reflect on what he's thinking!

"What a strange person."

Secretly, Kasumigaoka felt somewhat helpless.

She didn't know if Kyosuke Kosaka really enjoyed hearing her vulgar language.

I just know very well that doing that would be very inappropriate.

Especially now that we're gradually getting to know each other...

In short, if you want to hear it, do it privately in your room.

Where did the God of Marriage go?

"Lady Enmusubi has gone to Kyoto. She also said that I don't need to watch over this place."

"The main problem is that there's nothing to steal."

"There's something there. The God of Fate has placed spells on all the valuable furniture and warehouses..."

"He's really stingy."

“Because it makes sense to take precautions,” Kasumigaoka replied.

In this era, even gods still have to learn how to live.

Isn't this a reasonable thing?

If the food supply at the Oitsuki Shrine is running low, Kasumigaoka feels that something bad is bound to happen.

Having been away from the Imperial Palace for some time, Kasumigaoka was able to glean some insights into the social situation by observing the people at the shrine.

Kasumigaoka, still unsure of what to do, can only proceed according to its capabilities.

"Let's go."

After a brief chat to warm up the atmosphere, Kousaka Kyosuke led Kasumigaoka toward the Yokai Market.

During that time, we talked about some things related to cameras.

“Xuxu…that’s a really strange name. Your Majesty’s naming habits are still so peculiar.” Kasumigaoka laughed.

Having undergone such rigorous training, she was extremely knowledgeable about the classical literature of both her own country and the Tang Dynasty.

It is natural to know that the word "栩栩" comes from Zhuangzi, meaning a lively and vivid appearance.

From the perspective of expression, there is no problem.

It's funny to read it with your lips pursed up.

"I'll take a few pictures of you later. Your body can materialize, so taking pictures won't be a problem. Even in your soul state, I have special techniques."

"Thank you so much for your detailed preparation."

"No need for thanks. Since it's just the two of us, let's communicate on equal terms."

"……Um."

Kasumigaoka nodded slightly, her eyes softening.

Kyosuke Kosaka felt a little uncomfortable; he was still more familiar with Kasumigaoka, who spoke some rude words.

Naturally, he understood that this was making things difficult for him.

Therefore, it is best not to show any unusual behavior.

"Just like a literary girl, it's really nothing."

Kousaka Kyosuke thought to himself.

He wasn't there to argue with Kasumigaoka; he just wanted to take her for a walk so she wouldn't be so lonely.

Lonely?

Ugh, I'm thinking about social anxiety again.

I don't know how it will turn out, but I'll find an opportunity to send a pipa (a traditional Chinese stringed instrument) to someone with a social anxiety disorder.

Knowing that a five-stringed lute could be used as a guitar, Kyosuke Kosaka decided to make one and send it to someone with social anxiety.

There were no forms of entertainment in this era.

Staying at home without musical instruments, internet, or a computer, you'd be completely useless, wouldn't you?

Sunk costs cannot be ignored.

Arrive at the Yokai Market.

Kousaka Kyosuke and Kasumigaoka, both still in human form, did not receive many strange looks.

Kasumigaoka naturally exudes a sinister aura that even a yokai could sense, and Kyosuke Kousaka directly imitates it.

This is how one imitates a ghost.

A soul with an excessively strong obsession becomes an evil spirit whose power is no less than that of most monsters.

For Onmyoji, they are all a type of yokai.

In short, all non-human beings are called monsters or demons.

"It's even more lively than the Imperial Palace..." Kasumigaoka muttered to himself.

She didn't intend to tell any strangers about what happened in the palace, and she didn't even want anyone to know about her previous title.

However, she still couldn't suppress her urge to confide in someone.

Kyosuke Kosaka said, "That place is nothing compared to Seven Avenues, which is much more bustling, but the town we live in is just as prosperous as Seven Avenues."

It is unclear when exactly, but the Yokai Market has become a gathering place for yokai from various kingdoms.

Just as there are people from other ruling states and other foreign countries along the seven main roads.

"Hey, rice!"

"Miss has excellent taste! This is rice from Kyoto, it's so fragrant and sweet, and it's only 1000 sen per liter."

A man dressed in monk's robes with a pointed face and monkey-like features greeted us warmly.

"Cough-cough-"

While still listening to the price, Kyosuke Kousaka immediately retorted, saying that it was only 100 sen and he thought it was too cheap.

And then it flipped over?