Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Having a good relationship with Su Chang, Qing Ji naturally knew other details about Kousaka Kyosuke's partner.

Then, after careful consideration, she realized that staying in the underworld would mean receiving more attention from Kyosuke Kousaka, so she decided to stay there.

Moreover, Qingji had previously heard from Kousaka Kyosuke that the evil god was planning to continue with some other schemes and tricks.

Therefore, Qingji guessed that if she stayed in the mortal realm, she might not be able to see Kousaka Kyosuke every day, who might be busy at any time.

It's still the most worthwhile place to stay in the underworld.

The most important thing is the feeling of being valued more... It's wonderful! It's really wonderful~

It's perfectly normal to choose the one with more benefits.

The perspective shifts to Kyoto, to a main road.

People who were almost asleep were waiting for the letter to arrive.

The northeast room.

A paper crane followed the scent to its destination and was received by a cool and aloof girl with a braid on one side of her head.

The girl is Horikita Suzune.

Beside her were two other people of similar age – her roommate Kiryuin Fuka and Kikyo Kushida, who was staying overnight.

"We'll avoid this, you can watch at your leisure."

"whee."

"No need... Let's go together, so you can get to know Lord Kyosuke better."

Horikita Suzune managed to persuade Kiryuin Kaede, who had taken the initiative to stand up, and Kushida Kikyo, who stood up with her.

Eh? !

The two people who were suddenly asked to stay looked completely astonished.

Even the usually composed Kiryuin Kaede gave off a "Are you crazy?" look.

"You've been mentioned in the previous letters, so I think Lord Kyosuke has been paying attention to you. In that case, let's get to know him a little better through our correspondence."

Horikita Suzune explained it this way, her expression quite serious.

"Huh? What did they mention about me before?" Kiryuin Kaede asked curiously, her face full of interest.

Kikyo Kushida, who seemed to want to say something but held back, was the same.

After arriving in this world, her relationship with Horikita Suzune gradually improved, and she often came to stay at the hotel. Naturally, she was aware that Kousaka Kyosuke had written letters to Horikita Suzune.

"I heard that during the Heian period, noble men and women mainly used letters to develop their relationships, and I never thought it was really true."

"Lord Kyosuke told me to tell you that you don't need to push yourself too hard when practicing martial arts, because once you reach a certain level, you need a peaceful state of mind, like Lady Sushang. As for Kikyo... Lord Kyosuke said that since we're so close, we should just play together from now on..."

"Where is Arisu? Where is Hobo?"

Kiryuin Kaede asked Horikita Suzune with a grin.

Horikita Suzune said, "He said that when I have time, I should just host a banquet..."

"The banquet that Kyousuke-sama is also joining?"

"You need to get your head checked."

Horikita Suzune's face remained expressionless.

What could a perfectly normal woman have imagined?

"It feels more like I'm finding you a playmate," Kiryuin Fuuka chuckled, putting her arm around Horikita Suzune's shoulder.

Horikita Suzune's expression didn't change much: "A lifelong playmate?"

Kikyo Kushida couldn't help but cover her mouth: "So our friendship has already..."

Horikita Suzune finally couldn't help but sigh.

"Think whatever you want."

She had considered it.

Now, she has indeed established a relationship with Kyosuke Kosaka, and they occasionally spend time together at the mansion.

However, they are rather conservative in their communication.

To date, Horikita Suzune has only held hands with Kousaka Kyosuke.

To be honest, Horikita Suzune wasn't sure if this relationship was developing too fast or too fast, or if it was right or wrong, but it did seem to really need a little help.

I was originally thinking of asking Yang Nai.

However, Horikita Suzune noticed that Fuyumi seemed to be asking about related issues as well, so she decided not to add to Haruno's burden and instead asked others for help.

Yes, I need help.

Horikita Suzune didn't find this behavior particularly objectionable.

In the past, she would have thought that one person was enough.

However, after arriving in this era, she naturally would no longer continue to be so arrogant, and her behavior and conduct became much more restrained.

Even after a significant change in status and position, little has changed.

Because Horikita Suzune understood very well that her position with Kousaka Kyosuke might exist, but it certainly wouldn't be very high, so she naturally had to know when to advance and when to retreat, and be pragmatic.

But she was already very satisfied.

After all, her brother was doing well, her future was secure, and her fiancé, Kyosuke Kosaka, was actually very kind to her. She also had everything that her other companions had.

With such treatment, there's nothing more to ask for.

If we really want to say what's missing, what is it?

That was probably his feelings for Kyosuke Kousaka.

Horikita Suzune still hoped to deepen their relationship.

It just so happens that her companions all prefer to be with Kyosuke Kousaka, and Kyosuke Kousaka's attitude is ambiguous, so she naturally knows that she might be able to help push things forward.

Without much hesitation, Horikita Suzune decided to help.

Let's also ask everyone to help her out.

She's a bit clueless about matters of the heart.

"Then let me see?" Kiryuin Fuka leaned closer to Horikita Suzune, her gaze about to meet the letter in Horikita Suzune's hand.

"Let's include Kikyo too."

"Hmm~"

Kikyo Kushida smiled slightly at Suzune Horikita, feeling a warm glow in her heart.

She was very grateful that Horikita Suzune was willing to do this.

Ultimately, it's quite normal that Horikita Suzune was unwilling to help.

But I still went to help.

Whatever the reason, she should be grateful.

"..." Horikita Suzune felt quite awkward when she inadvertently met Kushida Kikyo's gentle gaze. She tried her best to appear calm and focused her attention on the letter.

A few seconds later, Kikyo Kushida leaned close to Suzune Horikita and began reading the letter with great interest.

Kiryuin Fuka teased, "Rinne, I never thought you'd have a day when you're surrounded by women on both sides."

Horikita Suzune replied casually, "You'd better keep talking like that in front of Kyosuke-sama."

"You never know, once I get to know them, I can be really talkative!"

Kiryuin Kaede laughed.

The greetings in the letter were standard, and it included not only a landscape photo titled "Sea of ​​Immortality" but also an exquisite hand-drawn illustration, which showed considerable care.

In modern times, Kiryuin Fuka would also be attracted to this kind of thoughtful man.

Not to mention Kousaka Kyosuke, whose abilities far surpass hers.

"Hmm... this, [continuous martial arts training will eventually lead to mental fatigue, and if you are tired, you can find a suitable way to rest]."

"...Is there a problem?"

Horikita Suzune looked at Kushida Kikyo with a puzzled expression.

Kikyo Kushida explained, "Let me make this clear first, I don't know if I'm over-interpreting it—I just think that Kyosuke-sama might be hinting at something to you, and even if that's not the case, I think that sentence could be a reason for you to ask him out."

"……initiative?"

"Well, yes, it's up to you, Suzune, to take the initiative in this regard. I noticed that Kyosuke-sama has been very polite to you in every way, even the content of his letter reflects that. Perhaps he felt that a slightly harsh tone might make you feel uneasy. Besides, when Kyosuke-sama makes any invitations to you, it's actually quite..."

"……Compare?"

Horikita Suzune looked completely bewildered.

She hoped that Kikyo Kushida, who spoke somewhat incoherently and too vaguely, could speak more clearly.

"Sigh~" Now it was Kiryuin Fuka's turn to sigh. "Don't you understand? If Kyosuke-sama makes any request of you, will you accept or refuse?"

Horikita Suzune suddenly realized, "I see!"