Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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"Knowing the gods is indeed very beneficial; it's easy to learn special information. And I really didn't expect that even the agricultural god, who is well-known in the modern world, will soon be coming to Kyoto..."

The god of agriculture can be said to be one of the most important deities of this era and even in modern times.

Moreover, this deity actually exists.

After all, the saying "food is the first necessity of the people" is not just a saying.

Let's start with this era.

Even royalty and nobles had a strong desire to possess fertile fields that could produce large quantities of grain.

Compared to money, food provides the greatest sense of security.

To put it bluntly, as long as there is food, recruiting soldiers is easy, and isn't that one of the foundations for overthrowing a regime?

Then there's modern times. It took less than a century for grain production to reach such a high level, allowing ordinary people to satisfy their appetites at will.

Going back a few years, to the time of my grandfather and great-grandfather, there were indeed many people who starved to death because they didn't have enough to eat.

Let's get back to the main topic.

Xiangzi understood very well what the news about Inari God meant to everyone.

Naturally, she didn't ask too directly, since other, more naive companions would do it for her.

It is said that the gods favor humans with pure hearts.

Xiangzi felt ashamed, as she couldn't really say how pure she was, so she decided to let her companions do it.

As Xiangzi had expected, as Kousaka Kyosuke left, the sounds inside the mother's room grew louder and louder, creating a cacophony of noise.

They discussed the matter amongst themselves and actively inquired about the situation from the God of Fate.

"Lord of Bonds, what does Lord Inari God like to eat?"

Nino asked questions very actively.

She plans to refine certain dishes during this time.

"The Inari God must have many foxes around him. I wonder if we should let the foxes catch mice to eat?" The white wolf thought it through quite thoroughly.

She had heard the legend that the fox spirit of Inari would eliminate rats that were harmful to crops.

The Demon Blade Princess, who had seen a lot of information about the gods in the Minamoto clan's territory, said, "There are records that the Inari God's weapon is a bow and arrow. Maybe you and the White Wolf have something in common."

The white wolf's eyes lit up: "Really?"

"Since Inari-sama is the goddess of agriculture, it's perfectly normal for her to be equipped with weapons..."

Kirisu Mafuyu unconsciously recalled some myths and legends, and explained them in a meticulous manner.

Because Japanese mythology and history are often intertwined, she, who teaches world history, has learned a great deal, including about the gods in mythology.

The most famous Inari deity must be well aware of this.

"...I'm more curious about how Inari-sama ensured such a bumper harvest," Shizuko said with a look of curiosity.

In this mysterious era, anything can truly happen.

Wasn't that what happened a while ago?

In order to help revive the Lord of Arakawa, the husband went on an adventure to the sea to find a vessel to revive him.

Now, the Lord of Arakawa has been resurrected.

How could such a miraculous event not change Shizuko's worldview?

"I still prefer Lady Union. With Lady Union by my side, the bond between Kyosuke and me will never be broken~"

Ok?

The spirit of the Enmusubi, who was stuffing red bean cake into her mouth, suddenly looked at Komachi who was speaking.

A pair of deep blue eyes shone with a light that was hard to tell whether it was excitement or emotion.

Suddenly, she lunged at Komachi.

"Oh Komachi——"

"Eh?"

Komachi looked bewildered as she was suddenly hugged.

The others who still wanted to ask questions looked embarrassed and awkward.

Kasumigaoka continued to bow his head, silently apologizing to the others.

"Lord of the Goddess of Fate, you are the guardian deity of lovers, that's already amazing enough, there's no need to worry about anything else..."

Kasumigaoka murmured to himself.

I don’t know if it’s just my imagination, but the spirit of fate who’s with her has started to act like a child.

Are all gods this magical?

Later that time.

Kyosuke Kousaka heard about the Goddess of Marriage from Kagura, and he felt it was quite complicated.

"Is Lady Enmusubi unhappy because she feels that everyone's affection has shifted to Lady Inari? But I think she's the best."

Sagiri whispered.

More than whether the harvest is plentiful or not, she cares more about being with Kyosuke Kousaka.

Every day, I would let Kyosuke Kosaka look at my paintings and we would have a discussion about them from time to time. That would be a good life.

Therefore, the God of Fate is a great protector for the two of them to be together.

Of course, Sagiri still believes that the most important thing is that the two truly love each other.

"Then you should try to coax her a bit more these next few days. But she's going to the manor tomorrow to spread her faith, so you probably won't be able to see Sagiri for a few days," Kousaka Kyosuke said with a smile.

To be honest, he really liked the god of marriage.

I like her much more than Inari.

For example, Kyosuke Kosaka had no intention of getting to know Inari.

Ultimately, he was a sophisticated egoist, so how could he possibly get along with Inari, the god who loves pure and innocent humans?

It's better to have a god of fate; you can treat her like a brother.

"Then Kagura and Susho-neechan, good luck!" Sagiri said, looking at Susho and Kagura beside her.

Kagura: "Yes."

"Okay! I'll comfort Lady Destiny!"

Su Chang felt a great sense of responsibility.

In fact, she greatly admired Enmusubi, a very friendly deity.

I never expected the God of Fate to be so heartbroken just now.

Therefore, she must make amends to the God of Fate!

"Kyosuke, Lord Enmusubi is very disappointed," Kagura couldn't help but say again.

Kyosuke Kosaka laughed and said, "Don't worry, I'll praise her to the skies tomorrow!"

Upon hearing this, Su Chang hesitated for a moment, but finally spoke.

"Lord Kyosuke, you seem to have mentioned a tactic for dealing with enemies—to first elevate them to the heavens, then strike them down hard from the ashes..."

Finished.

"..."×2

Sagiri and Kagura both stared at Kousaka Kyosuke speechlessly.

Kousaka Kyosuke was not panicked at all.

"Don't overthink it, I would never treat Lord Enmusubi like that."

Well, I love how decisively my partner can undermine me.

"Kyosuke-sama, the Goddess of Fate tied a pretty bow for me!" Sagiri stretched out a slender, fair hand.

A small, fair wrist, as white as a piece of jade, was tied with a red thread.

As Sagiri said, the red thread was a bow, but in Kyosuke Kousaka's eyes, it was like a bright red flower in full bloom, which made Sagiri's skin appear even whiter and more translucent.

“I understand. I will never say anything so offensive to the God of Fate again.”

Kyosuke Kousaka patted Sagiri's head gently.

He initially thought it was a joke, but upon reflection, he realized that perhaps the God of Fate truly took his words to heart.

Moreover, Sagiri was clumsily trying to persuade him in her own way.

Kyosuke Kousaka definitely has to listen.

"He's so young yet so sensible..."

As he sighed inwardly, Kyosuke Kosaka unconsciously compared Sagiri to the character in the original work, and a feeling of pity welled up within him.

"Lord Kyosuke, thank you for listening to me—"