Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Actually, he wanted to know what the cultural customs, social background, and political situation of this era were like.

Even though they have all become history, they are still very valuable for research.

Kyosuke Kosaka himself was interested in this subject and often visited various historical sites in the modern world.

It's just that I've been too busy in this world to have time to study it.

As luck would have it, Orochi gave him this opportunity.

Why didn't he cherish it?

Without giving it any further thought, he took the spider lily and prepared to go to the banquet.

Yesterday, he made an appointment with the nobleman who asked him to write a purification poem.

The best course of action is to write a visiting card and have someone send some fine silks and satins beforehand, so as to save face.

Although I don't plan to stay here for long, it's best to be prepared to stay longer and to have some connections with the local powerful families.

"This is the land of Kii Province, a superior country with high agricultural productivity and many powerful clans."

"To the northeast lies Ise Province, the stronghold of Taira no Korehira and Taira no Shigeyori. For now, Taira no Korehira is only temporarily holding out..."

"Ping Weiheng will still be going back to serve as the Grand Secretary in the future. Let's find out."

Kousaka Kyosuke thought about the situation.

Now that we've returned to the past, the goal is naturally to maximize our benefits.

Some people dream of going back to the past, and then they'd tell their past selves how to get rich.

While Kyosuke Kosaka is not returning to the true "past," this does not change the fact.

However, it's not impossible to gain more information and intelligence through this experience.

If Bao Yin hadn't taken him to the Imperial Library, he wouldn't have known many things.

In short, let's get started.

"We're going to visit the local powerful figures... Is there anything we can help you with?"

Surprised that Kousaka Kyosuke had entered the upper echelons so quickly, Ayanokouji still asked politely.

Kyosuke Kosaka replied, "Give me three sensible people, that will suffice. There are some things I still can't handle personally."

"I understand."

Ayanokouji nodded and beckoned his group of vassals over.

Yes, his group of time travelers arrived together again this time.

Not long after, Kyosuke Kosaka left with Higanbana and the few new people he had gathered.

Kikyo Kushida, who witnessed this scene from a short distance away, felt quite sorry.

But she also understands.

Ancient times were not kind to women. Unless they possessed some kind of power, like the red spider lily, they could not go with the ancients.

"I'm so hungry! I'm so hungry... I really can't stand not eating all night!"

A slightly chubby boy finally couldn't help but speak up.

As he spoke, his stomach also made a loud rumbling sound.

Kikyo Kushida, who was still pondering the matter, froze, completely speechless.

"We're in a dream now, what kind of food do we need?"

She had just started to complain when more people began to cry out that they were hungry.

Hikigaya and Shijou Tei, who were in charge of managing a group of people, were even more helpless.

“If you don’t think about it, you won’t be hungry. Besides, eating isn’t safe in this world,” Hachiman patiently explained.

Emperor Shijou wholeheartedly agreed with this statement.

"When you are calm and free from distractions, the feeling of hunger will disappear."

Some people had no choice but to do as instructed.

Some who disagreed could only grumble and complain in secret.

"They clearly don't want to find us food."

"Didn't you promise to protect us...?"

Shh! Don't be so loud, do you want to die?!

Ayanokoji's eyelids twitched.

With his keen hearing and sharp eyesight, he could clearly perceive the actions of ordinary people.

He certainly heard what they were saying.

He reaffirmed his belief that he shouldn't have too much contact with other time travelers who had similar experiences.

If we don't deter these individuals, they'll become increasingly arrogant and ignorant of their own limitations.

To be honest, he felt like hitting someone.

"Remember those who complain for now; they'll be the first ones sent to their deaths when trouble comes."

Ayanokoji thought to himself.

He didn't want to be so ruthless.

Unfortunately, in such harsh and cruel environments, one cannot survive without being ruthless.

Even if the current task doesn't seem to have anything scary or terrifying about it.

But that doesn't mean we can relax.

For example, the first test.

At that time, Ayanokouji realized that the Yamata no Orochi was tempting people to kill, and its central purpose was extremely evil.

For this reason, how could Ayanokouji not be cautious during this second test?

Even though Kyosuke Kousaka said that dying doesn't really mean dying, who would want to experience death?

After that.

One by one, they were assigned tasks and began gathering intelligence in different areas.

This time, Hayasaka Ai and Shinomiya Kaguya did not travel with Shirogane Kei and Shirogane Miyuki.

The two of them were placed in a separate group.

This was something Hayasaka Ai asked Ayanokouji to help her with.

Realizing that the two did indeed possess some skill, Ayanokouji had no objections.

"The limitations and disadvantages of being a woman are too obvious. For now, let's focus on gathering more information."

Kaguya Shinomiya felt powerless.

Even if she wanted to recommend herself, she realized that she would have no chance of getting in touch with Kyosuke Kousaka.

Kyosuke Kousaka has extensive knowledge and is accompanied by a powerful woman who is someone Ayanokoji is wary of.

There is absolutely nothing lacking.

Unless Kaguya Shinomiya provides Kyosuke Kousaka with what he wants.

"Go for a walk, Kaguya-san, perhaps you'll encounter some unexpected surprises?"

"...That's true, being too persistent is useless."

Hearing Hayasaka Ai's advice, Kaguya Shinomiya nodded gently.

After some consideration, she realized that she couldn't continue to be stubborn.

The previous test made her realize that the unknown being who created this illusion was full of malice.

Being too concerned about something can lead to oversights.

Kaguya Shinomiya didn't want to drag Hayasaka Ai, who was like family to her, into this mess.

Family matters are not easily resolved.

Even if she wanted to take full responsibility, it would only make her a laughingstock.

Given their disadvantages in terms of strength, understanding of the times, and manpower, it's wise for them to be sensible.

"The mission cannot be completed in a short time; there is still a chance to make contact with the anonymous man and woman."

Having made their decision, Kaguya Shinomiya and Ai Hayasaka acted even more swiftly.

The others weren't as relaxed as the two.

Many women don't know the simplest self-protection methods like the two men, not to mention some men who are cowardly and timid.

Having lived through such a cruel era for almost a year, all my courage had been worn away.

go out?

It's impossible to get out!