After bidding farewell, Fujiwara no Fuhito naturally returned to Fujiwara-kyō by carriage. After all, his original purpose for going out this time was to seize the opportunity to 'exchange ideas with other court nobles'. The so-called Kaguya-hime was just his excuse, but what he didn't expect was that he would fall in love with the other party at first sight.
He originally planned to live directly at the foot of Bamboo Mountain until the other party accepted his proposal before returning to Fujiwara-kyō. Even the 'farewell' was just him finding an excuse to see the other party again, but after 'calming down' today, he realized how inappropriate his actions were. As the 'Minister of the Right' and one with real power, his every command was enough to affect the entire country. If it was only a day or two, it would be fine, but if the delay was too long, problems would arise.
So, he had decided to go back and deal with things first, or simply establish an office nearby.
And ——————
As soon as he thought of the smile that 'Kaguya-hime' showed him, he felt that he had a great advantage!
'This is solid! I haven't heard that Kaguya-hime smiled at any other suitor. As long as I am given enough time, the person who wins Kaguya-hime heart in the end will definitely be me!'
Sitting in the carriage, Fujiwara no Fuhito couldn't help but cheer himself up.
How long had it been since he had felt this way? Being so devoted to a woman...
Thinking of this, Fujiwara no Fuhito, whose face always maintained a fake smile, couldn't help but reveal a genuine smile.
The motorcade moved forward slowly, and a certain person who should have been in the motorcade had already disappeared ——————
In the small house, as usual, but this time Lancer treatment was much better. At least there was a cup of tea in front of him.
"Bamboo Leaf Tea brewed personally by Kaguya-hime"
"Effect: Slows down fatigue accumulation, increases energy recovery"
Although the treatment improved, Lancer method of coming this time was a little strange. Last time, although he broke in through a locked door, he at least came in through the door. This time, he climbed in directly through the window of Kaguya-hime room.
At that time, Kaguya-hime, who was originally staring blankly at the 'moon' in the sky, was startled by the person who suddenly appeared in the window.
Lancer, holding the teacup, looked at Kaguya Houraisan depressed expression and couldn't help but show a 'funny' expression.
After all, both he and the other party noticed that Fujiwara no Fuhito had returned to normal. Originally, this matter could have ended, but who told him to ruin it by laughing? Thinking of this, the smile on Lancer face became even wider.
And on the other side, Kaguya-hime, who was originally sitting upright and maintaining her Yamato Nadeshiko image, felt an uncontrollable burst of anger when she noticed the smile on Lancer face.
She had been depressed for a while after Fujiwara no Fuhito left. Who knew that this guy would not only drink the tea she had just brewed without hesitation but also dare to laugh at her.
"Hmph!"
After a cold snort, she took another teacup from the side, preparing to pour and drink for herself, ignoring this guy. She had figured it out, this man must be here to ask her for a 'reward'! That's right! Absolutely!
It was obvious that Lancer casual attitude made Kaguya Houraisan very unaccustomed to him. After all, even last night, Lancer was at least serious, but today he became like this...
And Lancer, seeing the other party's reaction, shook his head helplessly.
In fact, he really didn't come to laugh at the other party or ask for a reward. After all, his 'task' was not completed.
He was sure that Fujiwara no Fuhito had returned to normal and was 'captured' by the other party by his own will. He couldn't manage this. The reason why he planned to take action before was simply because he hated the behavior of twisting the will of others using special abilities, especially after the twist, Fujiwara no Fuhito attitude towards his family touched Lancer bottom line.
However, the 'incident' had been resolved. Even if Fujiwara no Fuhito did anything else, he would not come back to trouble Kaguya-hime. After all, everyone has their own enemy to deal with.
"You can't blame me for Fujiwara no Fuhito situation. Who told you to laugh at that time? Don't you know how devastating the smile of a cute little girl like you is to the bad uncles of this era?"
It was originally intended to comfort the other party, but it turned into a complaint as he spoke, and Kaguya Houraisan puffed out her cheeks even more and glared fiercely at Lancer.
Little girl? Who is a little girl!
Although Kaguya Houraisan was the youngest daughter of Tsukuyomi, the time she had lived through was an exaggerated number. If it were in the past, she would have directly attacked Lancer, but unfortunately, her strength was now sealed by Tsukuyomi, and even if she attacked with all her might, the damage would basically be at the level of 'little fists pounding your chest'.
The 'rational' her naturally did not attack, but in her mind, she was thinking, 'After I recover my strength, I must teach this guy full of muscle a good lesson!'
But for some reason, she felt a little strange when the other party called her 'cute'.
Perhaps this was a psychological reversal?
Lancer previous action of ignoring her 'charm' made her very unhappy, but now a casual remark of 'cute' actually made her care very much.
But just at this moment, she saw Lancer suddenly put down the teacup and extend his right hand towards her.
Remembering the scene from last night, she instinctively placed her right hand on the other party's hand, but then she froze for a moment.
'Why am I listening to him?'
But just as she was about to withdraw her hand, she found her fingers being pinched by the other party again.
After a moment of surprise, Kaguya Houraisan looked over...
As expected ——————— the other party was indeed observing her hand and wasn't looking at her at all.
'This guy...'
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The Runic Symbol Lancer carved on the ground before could be said to be the one he was most familiar with, the one representing 'Ice', Is.
There was no doubt that this was Lancer best symbol and the one he had researched the most.
Besides the normal meaning of 'Ice', this symbol also has hidden meanings such as 'Obstacle' and 'Deception'. The reason for this is probably derived from the roads blocked by ice and snow in winter and the reflections of people on the ice surface.
And what Lancer utilized this time was its ability to 'obstruct', using this symbol to obstruct others from being affected by Kaguya-hime 'strange charm'.
But since it had clearly succeeded, why hadn't the task been completed yet?
Did it require him to solve it completely? Lancer probably really couldn't do that.
But soon, he discovered a 'blind spot'. That Runic Symbol was carved on the tatami mat. Once the other party moved, the effect would be interrupted. Could the problem be here?
Although he couldn't guarantee it was the correct answer, it was worth a try in the absence of one.
Then, Kaguya Houraisan saw a very 'strange' scene.
With Lancer right hand as the center, a circular ice block slowly formed, and then Lancer looked at the ice block with a serious expression.
Although she didn't know what Lancer was doing, Kaguya Houraisan could feel his seriousness. So, one person was staring intently at the ice block, and the other was staring intently at the other person...
Time passed gradually, until ——————
"Completed!"