Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Therefore, even the busiest people always get a chance to rest, and it's practically mandatory.

There's no need to force Kikyo Kushida's situation, since they're both normal girls who wouldn't enjoy working endlessly.

Unless it's for some dream or some pursuit.

But in reality, they were all just ordinary girls, and even Kikyo Kushida herself was quite certain of that.

Since entering junior high school, she has started to meet people who surpass her in various fields.

Even if one gains a special sense of superiority and satisfaction by being more likable than anyone else, it is nothing more than wishful thinking and self-satisfaction.

It wasn't until she came into this world and had to prioritize survival that she gradually gained a clearer understanding of herself.

At least she was very clear that she should help as many people as possible, but of course, this was within her own capabilities—Kikyo Kushida had always been self-aware.

So far, with the help of others, only these few friends remain who are still able to work with her.

In private, they would talk about modern times, but as they talked, she realized that she didn't seem to have much attachment to the modern world.

Ultimately, she also has many people she cares about here...

Returning to modern times would simply mean a more convenient life, which wouldn't mean much to her now.

Naturally, she hadn't revealed this idea, because many of her companions were still not quite used to it, especially since this was a post-apocalyptic world.

"So it's already almost the end of the world, I'm only just realizing it now."

Kikyo Kushida found her own slowness somewhat unbelievable.

Upon closer reflection, I realized that this might be why she never considered leaving.

This place is nice.

She believes that justice will prevail over evil and that everyone will be together forever, just like in fairy tales. However, the fact that she still believes in fairy tales must make her feel a little ashamed. Fortunately, no one knows what she is thinking.

"Haruka, you've already eaten two servings of [Extra Spicy]~, can you handle it? Don't call for help if something happens."

"No, I'm quite confident when it comes to spicy food. I've wanted to come and eat here for a while now, and this time I finally got the chance."

"If you really like it that much, why not try buying some chili sauce here and taking it home to mix with rice? That way of eating will definitely suit your taste, but I don't know if you can stand up straight then, haha..."

"You have such a sharp tongue, Wu Zi."

A girl with long, sky-blue hair and a beauty mark the size of a sesame seed under her left eye wiped the chili oil from her mouth with a handkerchief and then muttered a complaint.

Her deliberate display of displeasure did not detract from her beauty; on the contrary, it enhanced the mature and alluring charm brought about by her beauty mark.

The girl's name is Hasebe Haruka, and she is Kushida Kikyo's classmate in modern times.

Other classmates who were also in the same class as her and Kikyo Kushida included Airi Sakura, Maya Sato, and Chiaki Matsushita.

Everyone got their good jobs step by step after meeting Kikyo Kushida, with her gradual help. Although it was completely cheating, they did put in a lot of effort.

Moreover, Kikyo Kushida was never careless in selecting people for positions; they were only chosen by Kikyo Kushida because they truly possessed the ability…

Previously, she and her companions were very worried that Kushida Kikyo might be discovered and reprimanded or even punished more severely, but Kushida Kikyo comforted them with a very calm attitude.

She remembered the exact words clearly—"Using one's position is, strictly speaking, favoritism, but it's legal. If it's discovered one day, as long as one confesses honestly, there won't be any problems..."

When Haruka and the others heard Kikyo Kushida say that so confidently, they gradually felt relieved.

After their relatives also found their work more relaxed, everyone began to let go of some of their burdens.

Even though they didn't know how Kikyo Kushida could guarantee everything, all they could do was obey her orders. However, Kikyo Kushida didn't do that; her attitude towards them remained consistent.

Unwittingly recalling these recent events, Haruka tried her best not to show any emotional change on her face and continued to enjoy the special snacks with a happy mood.

She thought to herself, "Since Kikyo enjoys communicating with us privately like this, let's just continue like this."

Keep your gratitude in your heart.

"The plain potatoes are also very fragrant, but unfortunately I have a sweet tooth." When Takeko saw that Haruka was ignoring her, she continued.

Maya Sato, who also has a sweet tooth, suggested, "After we finish eating, let's go have some roasted sweet potatoes! I've been looking forward to these piping hot sweet potatoes with sweet syrup oozing out of the middle for ages!"

"Eating too much isn't a good thing," Matsushita Chiaki gently reminded him.

Sweet potatoes and radishes are definitely the worst enemies of a lady.

Frankly speaking, in this era of scarce food, being a picky eater is definitely a serious crime.

The problem is that they work around the inner quarters of the manor.

That's precisely why we need to be careful...

“You should also reward yourself when you’re resting,” Maya Sato advised with a smile.

“That’s true,” Matsushita Chiaki nodded. “It’s just that I can’t eat too much. I just hope there will be smaller portions over there.”

Wu Zi rolled her eyes: "Don't you think that's pretentious?"

“Wu…Wuzi, please don’t say that. We are all…” Sakura Airi, who was eating potatoes in small bites and didn’t say much, finally couldn’t help but speak up.

"I'm not nitpicking, I just think it's necessary to learn to enjoy life at the right time."

"I feel that you, Wu Zi, have been infected by the ideas of a certain lord."

Kikyo Kushida looked at Takeko helplessly.

Beside Takeko was a girl who was so timid that she could barely speak. Her real name was Shiranami Chihiro, and she was Ichinose Honami's classmate and also Kushida Kikyo's schoolmate. However, this girl was "saved" by Ichinose Honami.

Kikyo Kushida now takes care of her from time to time.

However, Chihiro Shirami is not someone who holds anyone back.

She has beautiful handwriting, is good at painting, and even has an extraordinary ability to distinguish fragrances. The perfumes for some areas of the manor were made by Haruka.

Everyone else has their own abilities.

As for classmates and alumni who lacked ability... Kikyo Kushida was helpless and tried her best not to have too much contact with those people anymore, because she was powerless to help them.

Her power is ultimately limited; she can only offer small favors within the scope of her duties.

Like this Wu Zi.

The classmate from Class C of the same grade has some talent for martial arts and is very quiet when doing things, unlike now who speaks without any restraint.

Her strength wasn't as great as Horikita Suzune's or Kiryuin Fuka's, to the point that they could fly around and disappear without a trace.

"That's just my personality. Okay, everyone's finished eating, right? Time to go eat some roasted sweet potatoes!"

"Let's go..."

Kikyo Kushida was too lazy to talk to Takeko; she didn't like being lectured.

Suddenly, she thought of her future husband, with whom she had already established a relationship... She glanced over and saw that Kyosuke Kosaka was just paying the bill and getting up with everyone as if to leave.

A man nearby muttered to himself, "Just how special will this batch of sweet potatoes be..."

No way?

Kikyo Kushida was taken aback when she vaguely heard the muttering to herself.

As her group seemed to be "following" Kousaka Kyosuke and his companions all the way, they finally encountered Ichinose Honami with the gray fox and Sakayanagi Arisu, among others. Kushida Kikyo felt numb inside. This was too much of a coincidence...

502. A Moment of Reflection / The Fox Finally Recognized It

What a coincidence.

Kousaka Kyosuke secretly thought.

Given that roasted sweet potatoes are a relatively affordable snack, it's not surprising that acquaintances come here to buy them.

By the way, the sweet potatoes sold here are indeed quite special.

It is a type that Shizuko specially improved.

The improvements are mainly intended to serve the general public within the manor.

The reason why it is not widely cultivated is that the sweet potatoes here have a significantly lower yield than ordinary high-yield sweet potatoes, but they are correspondingly very sweet.

It's so sweet that sugar syrup oozes out as soon as it's baked.

However, the chefs in the shop also have considerable culinary skills and came up with a clever trick to lock the syrup in the center of the sweet potato.

This is precisely why the common roasted sweet potato is favored by a group of people.

"Careful, it's hot!"

"It's okay, it's not hot."

The sound of a man and a woman talking caught the attention of Kyosuke Kosaka.

It was then that Kyosuke Kosaka realized there were new acquaintances.

The man was Ishigami Yu, whom Kousaka Kyosuke had a strong impression of, and the woman, Kousaka Kyosuke remembered, was from the same clan as Su Chang.

Judging from her attire, that's certainly the case, but I've forgotten her name.

Kyosuke Kousaka: "Ordinary people who come into this world eventually have to adapt..."

In the modern world, we all inevitably have to accept reality.

Not to mention this even more challenging world.

"It looks amazing! I can't wait to eat it!" Xiaobai exclaimed with great anticipation.