Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Ultimately, the age difference was a factor, limiting their topics of conversation.

"Not sure." Hikigaya replied.

"You don't know either."

"I don't know everything."

"After all, Lord Kyosuke trusts you more."

"You need to reflect on this yourself; it's because you haven't tried hard enough."

"Uh……"

Ayanokouji almost believed it when he saw Hikigaya's serious expression.

Deep down, he knew Hachiman was being sarcastic, but in the end, he still didn't believe him.

Even so, Ayanokouji still harbored some doubts about the matter concerning Fujiwara Masakazu.

"What does Lord Kyosuke mean? He didn't even inform Hachiko. Does that mean he doesn't think Changhe is a good candidate for the Outer Guard Command?"

Perhaps Ayanokouji's imagination was limited; he simply couldn't think of any other reason.

Otherwise, Kousaka Kyosuke should have briefly mentioned Fujiwara Masakazu's transfer to Hikigaya.

Most likely, they just felt it wasn't necessary and wanted Hachiman to handle it himself.

If that's the case, then it's safe to say that Kyosuke Kousaka's attention to Masakazu Fujiwara was limited, no matter what.

Compared to Ayanokoji himself, Hikigaya, Horikita Manabu, Shijo Tei, and other staff members who took up positions in the Prosecutor's Office, his treatment was still somewhat lacking.

However, Ayanokouji couldn't help but feel a little happy.

How to say?

If Fujiwara Masakazu were transferred to the Office of Prosecutors and Censors, he wouldn't know how to handle the situation.

After all, Fujiwara Masakazu was the elder of the wife of the head of the family, Kousaka Kyosuke, while Ayanokoji was the brother of the head of the family's concubine. Their different statuses inevitably made them somewhat difficult to get along with.

—The difference in official rank between the seventh and eighth ranks!

There's also the age gap.

Are you sure this won't create a contradiction?

Moreover, Ayanokouji was well aware that every time Kousaka Kyosuke, who served as the head of the Prosecutor's Office, promoted them, he would let them accumulate merits, making it impossible for anyone to find fault with them.

Even older elders, like Hachiman's father.

During the previous wars between Suzuka and Kyoto, he was always out on official business with other people.

Even though he was surrounded by many capable fighters, it can't be denied that Hachiman's father did indeed take a dangerous risk, right?

At the very least, they are definitely better than most of their colleagues who work indoors.

that's enough.

The theme is returning to China.

When Fujiwara Masakazu was about to arrive at the Office of the Inspector General of Criminal Law, Ayanokoji realized that when opportunities for meritorious service arose in the future, Fujiwara Masakazu would probably get a share of the spoils.

This is unfair to these "veterans" who have been working in the Prosecutor's Office for quite some time.

It's especially unfair to those combatants who fought as hard as Ayanokouji.

"There's still a difference between a wife's uncle and a concubine's brothers, father, etc..."

As if he had guessed the real reason, Ayanokouji suddenly understood.

At the same time, he became even more convinced of Kyosuke Kosaka, the husband of his sister Shizuko.

"what happened to you?"

"No, I thought of something happy."

"……oh."

Hikigaya noticed Ayanokouji's expression had become unusually strange, so he didn't say anything more.

I wondered what else this robot could possibly bring me joy?

Could it be that he figured something out after being rebuked like that?

Never mind, let's continue patrolling.

Although Kyoto quickly returned to peace after the battle with Suzuka Mountain, evil spirits still frequently wreak havoc and need to be dealt with.

"Are you from the Prosecutor's Office for Illegal Activities?"

A soft, melodious voice suddenly rang out.

Hikigaya and Ayanokouji were both startled, their bodies tensing up in an instant as they looked toward the source of the sound.

She was a black-haired girl wearing a white dress with unusual patterns, her hair was tied up, and she had a dragon beard hairstyle.

A slender young girl huddled by the gate of a mansion.

She looks to be about twelve or thirteen years old, with a quiet and beautiful appearance.

It gives people a quiet and subtle impression.

"I am from the Anti-Illegal Activities Bureau. Is there a problem?"

The moment Ayanokouji saw the girl, he quickly decided to be friendly.

It's because he doesn't really know how powerful this elusive girl really is.

At the very least, Ayanokouji gave full recognition to the girl's concealment skills.

He couldn't even guarantee whether he would survive if this girl ambushed him.

"What kind of monster is this? Or perhaps an Onmyoji? What a strange being..."

"Then you should know Kyosuke, right?"

The girl asked again.

Ayanokouji nodded slightly: "Yes."

"Then I hope you can help me pass on a letter... By the way, my name is Menreiki."

The girl handed the letter to Ayanokouji, and the letter in her hand floated towards Ayanokouji as if it were being pulled by gravity.

Seeing this, Ayanokouji remained vigilant while reaching out to take it.

The hand receiving the letter was specially shielded with "qi" to ensure that it would not fall into a bad situation due to contact with any strange cursed items.

Menreiki noticed it but didn't pay it any mind, and nodded after Ayanokouji took the letter.

"Thank you very much for your help."

After saying that, Menreiki turned and left without any hesitation.

Seeing this, Ayanokouji finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"It must be something important. Let's go back first," Hachiman said.

Ayanokouji gave a soft "Mmm": "Let's go."

Unsure if there was anything wrong with the letter, he naturally had to go with Hachiman.

Once we get back to our lodgings, everything will be fine. There's a very strong protective barrier there, so it's absolutely safe.

And so, Ayanokouji and Hikigaya returned to their residence.

Finally, the letter was handed to Kyosuke Kousaka.

Upon hearing the news, Kyosuke Kousaka rushed over, took the letter, and opened its contents.

one look.

Thank you Kyosuke and Kagura for the pastries you gave me before, they were all delicious...

The contents of the letter, which consisted of almost entirely trivial matters, left Kyosuke Kousaka completely bewildered and began to question the meaning of life.

When did he become so close to Menreiki?

When Kousaka Kyosuke saw the line at the end of the letter, "[I heard from Aoandon, who likes to tell stories, that you really enjoy writing letters. If possible, could you write me one too...]", he was filled with questions.

He thought to himself, "So Aoandon, who loves collecting stories, went to Menreiki's place as a guest?"

It must be telling stories to Menreiki.

But why mention him again?

You must be a little embarrassed about love letters, right?

Unconsciously, Kyosuke Kousaka recalled that familiar cool and soft touch.

Kyosuke Kousaka still vividly remembers his full, glossy lips with their faint bluish-green sheen...

Aoandon is truly a mysterious woman.

There must be a reason for everything they do.

Okay, then I'll write a letter to Menreiki!

Perhaps as she writes, Menreiki will gradually resolve her inner conflicts; who knows?