Onmyoji, a nobleman in Heian-kyo

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Long ago, she was curious about the methods people of various ancient countries used to keep warm, and she even went to look up information about them.

Thus, it was discovered that the Tang Dynasty, separated by the sea, had used paper made from the durable and wear-resistant bark of the paper mulberry tree to make "paper clothes" to protect against the cold.

Because of their low cost and ease of production, the government would distribute paper clothes and blankets to beggars wandering the streets during the harsh winter.

"Actually, it's not very good at keeping warm; its biggest advantage is that it blocks the wind..."

After saying a lot of things, Shizuko finally gave a summary.

A few years ago, she tried to make one according to the process, but found it stuffy, made her sweat a lot, and was extremely uncomfortable. In the end, she even developed prickly heat.

Suddenly, Shizuko found herself sticking to Kyosuke Kosaka in a sticky, uncomfortable way, and she felt very awkward.

"What? Do you want it again?"

"No, no..." Shizuko cried out in fear.

Kousaka Kyosuke felt something was off; as he held Shizuko's back, he could feel her sweating again.

Compared to Chitanda's still-dry appearance, this partner is quite real-worldly.

"Lord Kyosuke, please let me do it..."

Chitanda said in a low voice.

Kyosuke Kosaka shook his head: "No, let's continue talking. I was just teasing Shizuko."

Shizuko, unusually, puffed out her cheeks and lightly patted Kousaka Kyosuke.

“Ah…” Kousaka Kyosuke immediately bent over.

Chitanda saw it but couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Kyosuke Kosaka was exasperated. Shouldn't he be asking about his condition with concern?

The gentle and kind Chitanda of the past is gone.

Another quarter of an hour later, it was time for the two shikigami in the "shikigami group".

—A demon sword princess who is easily manipulated by PUA, and a white wolf who is charming and self-admiring.

First, Kyosuke Kosaka decided to touch that fluffy tail that was no less impressive than that of the Moon Goddess.

The white wolf, who had instantly gone limp, leaned comfortably against Kousaka Kyosuke's chest, its two slightly pointed, furry ears twitching.

"Yoto Hime, please hug me from behind."

Kyosuke Kosaka said it with great familiarity.

Compared to his other partners, he played more elaborately with the two shikigami.

Yaodao-hime obediently walked behind Kousaka Kyosuke and hugged him.

Kyosuke Kosaka adjusted his position and easily obtained the softest, best pillow.

He then casually chatted about various things.

During this time, Kyosuke Kosaka noticed that something was wrong with the white wolf.

"White Wolf, is there something you want to say?"

"Kyosuke-sama..."

"Speak, speak," Kousaka Kyosuke urged with a smile, rhythmically pinching the white wolf's tail.

The white wolf stared wide-eyed at the golden wolf, panting as it struggled to contain its intense emotions.

After a moment, he gradually revealed an embarrassed expression and began to speak.

"...You previously mentioned wanting to cooperate with my people, and the chieftain hopes to discuss it."

"Ok, Ok."

Kyosuke Kousaka answered twice more, with a smile.

The white wolf added in a low voice, "I heard that a lot of miasma has spread to the tribe's territory, and the tribe may have to migrate..."

Kyosuke Kosaka was stunned.

This means the whole family has to move!

Where can we move to?

"Why don't you come to my place? Anyway, you can tell everyone they're my shikigami, so it won't matter."

"..."

The white wolf remained silent.

Kousaka Kyosuke pinched his tail, and the white wolf trembled. Was it still holding back?

"This matter won't trouble me—You agree, Yoto Hime, right?"

"...Eh?" Yaodao-hime, who was silently using it as a pillow, was slightly confused. What does this have to do with me?

Kyosuke Kosaka said calmly, "See, even Yoto-hime has agreed."

Yaodao-hime remained silent; she said nothing.

Since Kyosuke Kosaka never intended for her to refute his words, she didn't dare to resist.

Before long, Kyosuke Kosaka started eating peaches.

With its fluffy tail deliberately held high, many things became much easier...

Day 253 of crossing

After spending another night with Kagura, Kyosuke Kousaka could sense that the girl's clinginess had intensified.

There is nothing we can do about this.

With a sigh, Kyosuke Kosaka took Kagura to work.

"Kyosuke, the snow is so beautiful."

"Yes."

Seeing Kagura speak up, Kousaka Kyosuke smiled and echoed her sentiment.

The soft, gentle voice is a real treat to listen to.

The scenery is even better today.

The earth was still covered in a snow-white coat, just like it had been a few days before, while small snowflakes fell from the sky, drifting gently like willow catkins.

It was the hour of Mao (5-7 AM), and the sky was still overcast.

Looking into the distance, all that could be seen were substances that resembled neither smoke nor mist, as if the whole world was in a state of chaotic grayness.

Kyosuke Kousaka casually took a hexagonal snowflake and handed it to Kagura.

Kagura took it and said, "So beautiful," looking tenderly at Kousaka Kyosuke.

Kyosuke Kosaka smiled and continued walking forward.

Kagura, walking closely beside Kyosuke Kosaka, observed the snowflakes that wouldn't melt.

I felt that familiar warmth enveloping me once again...

"We must do our best to help Kyosuke."

He had already realized that the spiritual power within his body was strong, and that the spells for summoning the dead were also very powerful.

Kagura believes she can definitely be a helper to Kousaka Kyosuke.

Not wanting to be separated from Kyosuke Kousaka, she even hoped that her soul wounds would be healed later.

She felt a little nervous and afraid that she would only be able to stay in the bedroom after the treatment was completed.

She didn't really want to stay at home like Xiangzi, Fujishikibu, Komachi, and the others.

She can help.

If Kyosuke Kousaka is unhappy, she can also make him happy.

"I'm really useful..." Kagura thought to herself.

They are following in Kousaka Kyosuke's footsteps more and more closely.

Similarly, Kyosuke Kousaka, who was secretly observing Kagura, had very subtle emotions.

It's a similar situation to Komachi's.

When he first got together with Komachi, Komachi was just as infatuated with him.

Even with Kagura following her around lately, Komachi has been continuing to replenish her "Komachi Energy".

Touching the head, touching the face, and other things...

Kagura didn't mind at all, and even hoped to have one for herself.

Therefore, Kyosuke Kosaka gets his daily energy from both Komachi and Kagura.

Suddenly, his thoughts were interrupted.

Someone is calling him.