Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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"Tofu?"

Kousaka Kyosuke looked at Komachi, who was asking him a question, and saw her small feet peeking out from under her skirt, as white and smooth as snow, almost like freshly cooked tofu. He almost said, "I'm going to dig in!"

"Yes, this is tofu that I made myself!"

Komachi twisted her leg and emphasized loudly, her voice childish yet slightly high-pitched and very clear.

Kousaka Kyosuke gave an "oh" and focused his gaze on Komachi's hands.

"Okay, I'll be waiting to see. Please let me know if you need any help."

Komachi readily shook her head in refusal.

Kagura asked, "Can I join too?"

Komachi said with great enthusiasm, "Of course! As many people as you want to join! I just thought of that."

Hui: "I want to join too..."

Komachi: "Mmm~ No problem~"

Kyosuke Kosaka wondered if Komachi used white vinegar, gypsum, or brine to make tofu.

My mind involuntarily went to braised tofu.

The term disappeared during my junior high school years because we weren't allowed to use brine for making things due to safety concerns.

Looking back now, I can't help but want to try making it. I could just say that I heard about it from the Tang Dynasty and go to sea to fetch seawater.

Suddenly, I felt that soft texture again, just like in the morning.

Kyosuke Kosaka then noticed that Megumi, whom he was holding in his right arm, was moving slightly. Megumi smiled sheepishly and shifted her position, seemingly adjusting to a more comfortable angle.

Kyosuke Kosaka thought to himself, "I feel much more at ease now than I did this morning."

After all, she wasn't very familiar with Sakayanagi Arisu.

By the way.

At this moment, Kousaka Kyosuke is holding Komachi in his left arm and Megumi in his right, with Kagura lying in the middle of his arms.

This way, there won't be any problems with space allocation!

It's so warm and cozy huddled together like this in the dead of winter, and thankfully no one minds, so let's keep doing it this way~

Another hour passed.

Kyosuke Kousaka went to find the Kirisu sisters, while Kagura, Komachi, and Megumi went to do their own things.

Kagura's plan is to practice the spells taught by Kousaka Kyosuke.

Komachi and Megumi went back to the east house to see their mother.

Both were in similar situations—their fathers were still at work and wouldn't be home until at least dusk. Both mothers were pregnant, and their bellies were growing larger, causing some concern.

On the way to the East House, Komachi chattered away, and Megumi would occasionally respond with a smile.

"It's a pity there are no chili peppers, otherwise I could try making tofu that can make people breathe fire."

"This completely goes against our original intention."

"No, maybe some people will like to eat it, um—I can have a few bites."

"Just how spicy is this...?"

"Hey, what's a chili pepper?" someone suddenly interrupted their conversation.

Komachi and Megumi looked toward the source of the sound and immediately saw a girl carrying a large bag and wearing clothes with many red threads.

"Lord Fate God."×2

"Don't mention it! I just wanted to ask what a chili pepper is? I love spicy food!"

"Hmm, I don't think I've seen any here. They're the kind that are pointed, curved, and red..."

Komachi raised her two little hands and gestured.

The God of Fate said with a serious expression, "It seems I'll have to try and find it!"

She absolutely loves spicy food!

I can't live without spicy food!

Now that I'm being kept by someone, I have to eat better.

"Don't worry, I'll find it and show it to you~"

Then, the spirit of the union waved goodbye to Komachi and Megumi.

The two, who were somewhat bewildered throughout, looked at each other in confusion.

"I heard from Shizuko-neechan that there are no chili peppers here..." Komachi looked troubled.

Hui watched as the spirit of marriage walked away happily and cheerfully, a thoughtful expression on her face.

"Perhaps Lord Enmusubi should pay more attention to the process of finding chili peppers."

"Uh...it seems like there's absolutely no way to refute it."

Komachi looked at the fading figure of the Goddess of Marriage, her feelings somewhat complicated.

The deity who recently moved in is really approachable.

the other side.

Feeling like he had nothing to do, Yuanjie embarked on a quest with great enthusiasm.

They went door to door, asking around and taking the opportunity to promote their own products.

Books like "Secrets of Kyoto," "The Wise Goddess," and "A Guide to Gourmet Food" are quite popular within the mansion; they must sell well outside as well, right?

The Goddess of Fate felt that she couldn't just eat and drink for free; once she earned money, she could confidently place it in front of Kyosuke Kousaka.

She's not some goddess who needs to be supported by someone else! Yes, that's right!

"With Kyoto being so bustling, we're sure to sell a lot of books! Let's go!"

Soon, the God of Fate even forgot the purpose of his search.

They had barely stepped outside when they started trying to sell their products to anyone they met on the street.

"Look, take a look! This is the most interesting and exciting book in all of Kyoto! Little sister, aren't you interested?"

"Not interested, and selling things requires a location on seven main roads."

"Oh, I see. Thanks for reminding me~ These are all books I've carefully written, won't you take a look?"

"I won't look. You're so suspicious."

The girl who had been watching from the doorway suddenly disappeared back into the house behind her.

Huhu~

The God of Fate was bewildered in the cold wind.

How can kids these days find a partner if they all have this kind of personality?

It's okay! This is just an isolated case!

Keep it up! Once you've made some money, decorate your shrine beautifully!

Since Kyosuke Kosaka said he could build the building for her for free, she saved money on construction.

Does that mean we save money on buying land?

Well, let's not worry too much about these details!

Finally, we arrived at the intersection of the Seven Roads and the Vermilion Bird Road.

The God of Fate happily watched the bustling scene around him, where male and female vendors walked through the streets and alleys, carrying goods on their heads and calling out their wares.

"Books for sale! Books for sale! Stories of demons and monsters, love stories of high-ranking officials and nobles!"

The God of Fate also shouted loudly.

A considerable distance away, four people drinking warm wine in a tavern looked on in astonishment.

"...Am I hallucinating?" Hachiman patted his face.

Ayanokouji said slowly, "Probably not, it is indeed Lord Enmusubi who is selling books."

Shijou Tei's mouth moved, but in the end he couldn't help but speak his mind.

"The illustrations in that Great Demon Compendium are very vivid..."

Horikita asked, puzzled, "Which one are you referring to?"

Shijou Tei: "Among the great demons, I saw Ibaraki-doji. He appeared when the tower was halfway through the attack."

"That's a very vivid description!"

Hikigaya and Ayanokoji said in unison.

Shijou Tei was almost scared.

Hachiman, regaining his composure, said somewhat awkwardly, "I feel like I've captured the essence, but..."

"There's no way to describe it accurately, is there?" Ayanokouji added calmly.