Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Come to think of it, he seems to be quite popular.

Is it because there's a lot of negative energy in Kyoto?

But there's also some positive energy, right?

Actually, just as Xiaobai casually mentioned before, Kousaka Kyosuke's manor is full of vitality.

Kyoto certainly has a lot of vitality, but conversely, it also has a lot of stagnation.

A considerable number of people spend their days indulging in romance and pleasure, leading decadent and dissolute lives.

Even if someone did contribute to the prayer ceremony before, it was due to the human instinct to fear death.

In Huang's view, these powers were particularly "impure".

All of them combined are actually not as good as the "pure" power of those people in Kousaka Kyosuke's manor.

Huang wouldn't say such things out of character, but his decision was still quite honest.

"Bringing Miketsu here will only shatter her innocence and ideals..."

Huang thought to himself.

He had witnessed far too much of the wickedness of humanity since his birth.

Therefore, he knew all too well what terrible things Inari would encounter if he stayed here for too long.

Even if those in power want to show them the best side, they can easily see all the darkness.

Only Kousaka Kyosuke's manor, a place that had only recently been built, possessed so much light that stirred their hearts...

“Now extend your hand, and I will transfer ownership of another small world to you.”

"Belonging?"

Kyosuke Kousaka, who was about to reach out and do as instructed, was completely bewildered.

He doesn't recall ever hearing about these things, does he?

“This thing is useless to me, but it has greater value in your hands,” Huang said.

He could not accurately foresee the future of this upcoming great battle.

Therefore, it is essential to leave room for new hope before we go any further.

While Ara certainly had many expectations for Seimei, at the same time, he also had many expectations for Kousaka Kyosuke.

In Ara's eyes, Kyosuke Kousaka was more suited to be a leader who could guide others to a more distant path.

Even if they fail in the future, he will help Kousaka Kyosuke, along with Amaterasu and Susanoo, to lead the people away to other worlds.

If he succeeds, then his little world will be even more useless.

Because he will eventually leave this place...

"Well then, thank you very much, Lord Ara."

After a quick thought, Kyosuke Kosaka didn't mince words and simply extended his hand.

Ultimately, he had no reason to refuse.

Moreover, he had also vaguely discerned some of Huang's plans, and a rare bitter smile crept onto his face.

"The game is not tense or serious at all, but once all of that becomes reality, many things change."

After all, knowing it's a game, one naturally understands that the ending will inevitably be not bad; in short, victory is inevitable in the end.

But in reality...

The probability of victory cannot be determined precisely, and even the possibility of defeat is not out of the question.

At this moment, he felt it even more clearly.

However, this surprised him by finding that he had no intention of escaping Japan.

Because he really wanted to win this battle.

"Don't take this to heart," Ara said after transferring almost all the ownership of the small world to Kousaka Kyosuke.

The reason why ownership was not completely transferred is that on the day Amaterasu was awakened, he still had to help transfer people.

He will hand over the remaining ownership to Kyosuke Kousaka once things have calmed down.

"...It's alright, it's alright."

Kyosuke Kosaka gave a vague answer and simply smiled.

During this period, he received excessive favors from Ara, Susanoo, Amaterasu, and others.

Even if we offer a 50% discount, there's nothing we can do.

These top deities have given so much.

There were so many that he didn't even know how to count them.

What's frightening is that he knows all too well that he cannot refuse these things.

Ultimately, he and those around him face too many threats. If he were to refuse all those benefits, the dangers he might encounter in the future would be even more difficult to face.

"Let's have some snacks together, I'm taking a break."

"it is good."

Since Ara had extended an invitation, Kyosuke Kosaka had no reason to refuse.

I just felt quite embarrassed.

"I used to think this deity didn't know how to behave, but it turns out he does, and he even used it on me..."

Two quarters of an hour later.

After saying goodbye to Ara, Kousaka Kyosuke secretly returned to his residence in Kyoto.

It wouldn't be right to come all this way and not check on everything you've moved here.

Although it has only been a short time since we parted ways.

After staying for about two hours, Kousaka Kyosuke returned to his manor in Arakawa to continue his training.

Day 513 of crossing

Kousaka Kyosuke still hadn't received any notification from Ara, so he continued to strengthen himself.

I was thinking of giving some guidance to my brothers-in-law later.

Of his relatives Hikigaya, Ayanokoji, Shijo Tei, and Horikita Manabu, Kousaka Kyosuke was not entirely at ease with any of them except for Horikita Manabu.

Even though Horikita Manabu faces more dangerous enemies due to his talent and strength, he can still protect himself more easily.

At this moment, however, the others were not training as diligently as Kousaka Kyosuke.

It wasn't that he was slacking off; it was because he was getting to know his comrades, who were essentially part of the same group, as well as other colleagues who were also affiliated with Kousaka Kyosuke.

This might delay their progress in becoming stronger, but in reality, they have all reached a bottleneck in their ability to further improve their strength.

It would be better to strengthen communication with other people with whom you should have good relationships.

While it may seem time-consuming and energy-intensive, it allows you to quickly understand many things around you, making subsequent operations easier.

A major battle is destined to take place at the manor.

Of course, the problem won't be solved by simply charging into battle.

The best approach is still defense, mainly because all kinds of demons and evil spirits can never be completely killed. As long as evil gods are not dead, these monsters can continue to be generated.

Why waste your energy?

"The social engagements are finally over."

In a small pavilion, Ayanokouji, who had gathered together, took the initiative to start a conversation to warm up the atmosphere.

I really felt like my body was about to fall apart.

There are too many details to pay attention to in interpersonal relationships, plus there are some people he really thinks are worth befriending, so he ended up being "overwhelmed".

"...I have to deal with more than just social engagements."

Shijou Tei looked helpless, rarely showing his emotions.

how to say?

Because of the apocalypse, the manor has taken in many people from Kyoto Port.

Many of them are his classmates and friends in the modern world.

These people are not doing too badly, but they are not doing too well either. Ultimately, no place would welcome the arrival of unfamiliar forces.

The classmates and friends that Shijou Tei knew were all of high status and had considerable influence. Naturally, they were treated with a certain degree of "cold shoulder" when they ended up here.

Having a thorough understanding of what was going on, Shijou Tei dared not act as a lobbyist.

"The profits here were all distributed by Lord Kyosuke from the very beginning. If you want to redistribute them, then others would have to share the profits, or even bring them down... How is that possible?"

Born into a zaibatsu (financial conglomerate) and an heir, Teita Shijo understands the issues surrounding interests perfectly.

Even though the people here, who are Kousaka Kyosuke's vassals, have very good personalities, they will change their attitude when it comes to the most fundamental issues of interest.

Shijou Tei never wants to face this in his entire life!