Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Even the meals changed from coarse grains to millet rice, so everyone had to work very hard to practice singing.

Well, life has actually gotten better since I came here.

"I took it..."

"Not going to choose anymore?"

Am I the kind of person who cares about this kind of thing?

Nico Yazawa glared at Nozomi Tojo, whose smile grew increasingly sly.

Tojo Nozomi smiled without saying a word.

Nico Yazawa, who is standing in front of me, and Honoka and Rin Hoshizora, the two most lively girls in the group, are definitely the most obsessed with choosing the size of the candy.

Each time, everyone rushed to choose, hoping to pick a bigger piece of maltose.

Unfortunately, the candies that Hayasaka Ai gave were all almost the same size.

There's absolutely no difference.

Therefore, by today, they have all lost their previous excitement and enthusiasm.

What a pity.

"I wonder which esteemed person will want to hear us sing? Hopefully, we can satisfy them."

Thinking about the unknown things she would face in the future, Nozomi Tojo couldn't help but feel a little uneasy.

Not only that, but now they also have to deal with the issue of their parents moving here.

No, we have to find out what happened right away!

So, after quickly handing out the candy, Tojo Nozomi went to find her father to ask about the details.

"Ah, actually, it was because Taro and Kyohei heard some rumors, so they moved to Kyoto while things were still peaceful in the city..."

Naoya, the father, explained it to Nozomi Tojo.

For example, Honoka's father and others happened to overhear some of the yokai's conversation—

It is said that the farther away from Kyoto, the more dangerous the place will become in the future.

The yokai are all moving to a place called "Yokai Market" on the outskirts of Kyoto...

I've also heard that the nobles are planning to impose a city lockdown in order to prevent people from leaving.

All sorts of rumors were heard, which naturally made everyone very uneasy, and they planned to escape as soon as possible.

Compared to waiting to die inside the city, escaping offers a sliver of hope for survival.

"Kyouhei even went to inquire and found that more and more samurai in the city have indeed been transferred to Kyoto in recent days. Everyone finally analyzed that there might be a big crisis in the future, and perhaps going to Kyoto is the only way to survive."

“But, Father, the cost of living in Kyoto is quite high, and finding a place to stay is not something an ordinary person can afford.”

"I'd like to try applying for a job at the Mizubuji Manor in the Arakawa region. It seems they even recruit useful yokai there, so it must be a place that values ​​talent above all else."

"Is that so? Let me ask around for you about how to get to this manor."

Seeing that her father seemed quite confident, Tojo Nozomi was somewhat relieved.

What else can we do?

For now, I can only trust my father. I also hope that the threshold for the Water Department over there won't be so high.

"Then I'll have to trouble you. It's not convenient for us to contact those two priestesses. They seem to be constantly busy. By the way, what kind of deity is Lord Chasing the Moon?"

"It is the guardian deity of agriculture, able to bestow the moon's blessing, promoting crop growth, and also protecting children, women, and wandering travelers..."

Tojo Nozomi explained it very carefully and comprehensively.

She was well aware that there was a high possibility that gods existed in this world, and naturally hoped that the gods could protect everyone.

Therefore, it is necessary to understand it in more detail.

"Moon goddess, agriculture goddess, travel goddess..."

Naoya muttered to himself in surprise.

Having some knowledge of folklore and mythology, he felt that the composition of this deity in the shrine was far too complicated.

Moreover, the deity who chases the moon doesn't seem to be recorded much in modern books.

"Father, there's no need to worry about this too much."

"I can't help it," Tojo Nozomi said helplessly.

Since you're already planning to stay overnight at the shrine of the gods, all you need to do is be grateful.

Why do you need to think about so many things?

"Driven by curiosity, I'll stop thinking about it now. I'll go and thank Lord Chasing the Moon later."

Naoya chuckled and immediately said he wouldn't think about it anymore.

As for why not go now?

That's because there were a lot of women with children visiting the temple outside, and Naoya felt that the scene would be very awkward if he went over.

On the contrary, wives, as women, do not need to be so taboo.

It seems that women do have some advantages in certain aspects.

"You've had a hard time these past few days. I never expected those adults to be so unreasonable..."

"It's alright, it's all in the past." Tojo Nozomi smiled and shook her head.

“The team owes a lot to you,” Naoya said with emotion. “I am proud to have you as my daughter.”

Tojo Nozomi's expression remained largely unchanged; she simply said, "Father, why don't you rest for a bit? You must be tired from the journey."

"Ah."

Naoya nodded and went to his resting place.

At this time, the two were in an area inside the shrine where travelers could stay temporarily.

The place is neither too big nor too small, but it has at least the most basic architectural structure, and there are even small courtyards like the Fujitsubo Garden.

Therefore, whispering is more convenient.

"Only Nicole's family hasn't come yet, but they really are..."

Nozomi Tojo felt a strange mix of emotions when she thought of Nico Yazawa's family in the group.

She understands.

They had just received permission from the village head to cultivate a field, and after sowing the seeds, it would be time for a harvest.

It is indeed quite difficult to make a choice.

"Everyone has their own difficulties."

Tojo Nozomi muttered to herself.

Looking up at the other areas, I saw my companions still chatting with their parents in a corner, most of them with a deep sense of longing on their faces...

Her thoughts became even more complicated.

From elementary school onwards, she had to confront the issue of her father's job transfer.

Even though it was like a bolt from the blue for her as a child, she still had to press the button that would shake her life to the core.

Transferring schools, moving, and having to face the established social circles of a new class...

Despite trying her best to fit in, she was ultimately an outsider, destined to be all alone.

Therefore, we have no choice but to adapt.

As for her father and mother, they were always happy that she was so sensible.

But that's probably why she's become so amazing, right?

Everyone trusts her.

Correspondingly, Nozomi Tojo will do her best to lead the team well.

I will not let anyone down.

She believed she would do her best!

It was getting late afternoon.

Hayasaka Ai and Shirogane Kei returned to their residence in Kyoto under the escort of several women from the Qin family.

The others who were temporarily staying at the shrine remained there peacefully, preparing to depart for the Mizubeji Manor in Arakawa the next day.

The long journey made everyone go to bed early.

Of course, not everyone goes to bed this early.

Such as the team led by Nozomi Tojo, as well as Honoka's younger sister Yukiho, and Nozomi Tojo's friend Eli Ayase's younger sister Arisa Ayase...

They were all whispering in the dark side hall of the shrine.

Even though the main hall was exceptionally bright, the group of people stayed in the side hall.