Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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The feeling of being a minotaur is intense.

He felt he had to get involved.

woohoo~~

The gentle, melancholic sound of the xiao (a type of Chinese flute) quietly blended in.

The melody of the three instruments flowed continuously.

At first, Kousaka Kyosuke was very attentive, but gradually he noticed a familiar, fishy, ​​miasma appearing.

He immediately came to his senses.

"Chika..."

Fujiwara Chika, who was still playing absentmindedly, suddenly snapped back to her senses, but the melody did not stop for a moment.

However, his expression was no different from usual.

Clang!

clank--

The ensemble melody began to fade away, just when every listener thought it was over.

A melodious, light, and fun flute tune suddenly appeared!

The music of the zither also suddenly changed, following the sound of the flute!

“—Asshole!”

A furious roar came from the dilapidated attic!

The sound was like thunder, and it brought a tremendous shock.

Kousaka Kyosuke, who had been prepared, triggered the barrier protecting Fujiwara Chika.

I rushed toward the source of the sound.

A man with sharp teeth, piercing eyes, and a face so bizarre it resembled a demon charged forward.

Kousaka Kyosuke glanced at him and, finding no mystical aura on his body, flicked his wrist and swept away the demon.

In an instant, his palm landed on the head of the charging demon.

The purpose of this trip is to find celestial phenomena.

It's not about killing ghosts or exorcising demons.

Suddenly, Kyosuke Kosaka frowned.

He discovered that the demon's entire body was filled with miasma, making it impossible for him to easily access its memories.

So I simply let go of her hand.

"...How dare you make fun of me."

The frozen demon finally spoke in a hoarse voice.

"That's not true at all. I just wanted to invite you over for a get-together."

"We have nothing to talk about with someone who so disrespects refined tastes!"

"Refined taste? So-called refined taste should be about being human and bringing joy. What's wrong with that?"

"you……"

The evil spirit was so angry that it couldn't answer.

It was clearly this person who used music to attract his attention.

As a result, the ensemble piece suddenly changed key at the very end.

This is utterly insulting!

But if music is meant to bring joy and happiness, then he can't be wrong about it.

The evil spirit clearly sensed that something was wrong, but couldn't quite put its finger on it.

"hehe."

A burst of laughter couldn't help but rang out.

Kousaka Kyosuke unconsciously turned to look at the person who had come.

The newcomer was a young man.

He wore a plain white hunting robe and red hunting trousers, and his long, jet-black hair, as shiny as silk, draped over his shoulders.

A face that was neither male nor female, and exquisitely beautiful, revealed an expression that was neither a smile nor a frown.

Her fox-like eyes seemed to speak volumes, exuding both allure and liveliness.

Kyosuke Kosaka leaned back slightly, his body tensing up.

"Are you Seimei?"

"I dare not accept such an honor, esteemed Kyosuke-sama."

"Excessive praise."

Kousaka Kyosuke didn't ask Abe no Seimei how he knew him; he simply raised his hand.

The barrier protecting Fujiwara Chika was immediately dispelled.

Seeing the glowing dome around them disappear, and then seeing Kyosuke Kousaka beckoning, Chika Fujiwara quickly ran over.

But seemingly aware of the situation, he walked completely silently.

As they approached Kyosuke Kousaka.

Fujiwara Chika couldn't help but stretch out and bend her arms... giving off an air of "I came quietly".

Kyosuke Kosaka has... barely gotten used to it.

"Release me right now!"

The evil spirit said in a harsh voice.

Kyosuke Kosaka then slapped his palm toward the demon, before turning his gaze toward Seimei Abe no Seimei.

"Seimei, is there something you need to see me about?"

"Nothing's wrong, I just came because of the cheerful music," Abe no Seimei said with a smile.

Kyosuke Kosaka was unusually embarrassed.

He knew that Abe no Seimei was referring to something specific.

My method does indeed have some flaws.

However, Kyosuke Kosaka will still use it next time.

When you don't know the full story, prioritizing your own safety is the most reasonable course of action.

"Are you really alright?" Kousaka Kyosuke asked again when he saw Abe no Seimei smiling and refusing to leave.

Abe no Seimei's smile faded, and he pleaded:

"Lord Kyosuke, I'd like to hear more."

"You'll have to ask this person."

After thinking for a while, Kyosuke Kousaka simply released the demon from its restraints.

The evil spirit remained motionless.

He, who had been listening to the two's conversation, looked at Abe no Seimei.

"Do you want to keep listening?"

"The ensemble piece was very beautiful."

Abe no Seimei laughed again.

The demon suddenly looked at Kyosuke Kousaka.

Kyosuke Kosaka nodded:

"I was indeed rude just now. If you would be willing to play together, that would be wonderful."

"...If you like listening, then keep listening."

The evil spirit turned and entered the dilapidated attic.

When he returned, he was holding a pipa (a Chinese lute).

"Chihua."

"Lord Kyosuke, I understand!"

Fujiwara Chika ran onto the seven-stringed lyre.

Kyosuke Kosaka also took out the wooden flute he had put away.