Chapter 23: Relationship Between Bai Luo and Kujou Sara, And The Graceful Princess Egret

Things had turned out just as Bai Luo had expected. His relationship with Kujou Sara spread throughout the entire Inazuma Castle overnight.

Even the old men who rarely went out in the suburbs knew some of the rumors.

At the beginning, everyone really treated it as a rumor.

Because no matter how you think about it, the iron-faced and impartial General Kujou doesn't look like someone who would date someone.

The residents of Inazuma couldn't even imagine that this General of Tenryou Commission would stand next to another man with such a petite look.

Even though many people in the town street and Hanamizaka saw Kujou Sara standing with a strange man, it didn't mean anything.

Until...

The man from Uyuu Restaurant accidentally let something slip.

For example, General Kujou Sara once ate the tri-colored dango handed to him by the man affectionately.

Everyone in Inazuma knows that General Kujou doesn't like sweets the most.

For example, the head of the Kujou family, Kujou Takayuki, once set up a banquet at Uyuu Pavilion that night, which was said to be for the man.

Unfortunately, the man seemed to have spent his time wandering around with Kujou Sara.

Many people thought that Kujou Takayuki would be angry because of the man's evil deeds.

Who knew that Kujou Takayuki actually showed a very honest smile, and said that it was right for young people to be willful sometimes.

Damn...

Did the strict General Kujou show this look?

Could it be...?

This attitude, like treating a future son-in-law, made many people more and more agreeable with the rumor.

In fact, as long as some people ask Kujou Sara herself, this rumor can almost be instantly broken.

However, the impression left by Kujou Sara on everyone was that she was resolute and impartial, which led to not many people daring to ask her.

Some people even dared not mention this matter in front of her.

The other family members of Kujou clan who knew about it were also specially ordered to keep silent by Kujou Takayuki.

In fact, he was more willing to see this happen than Bai Luo. If these two could really do something...he, the "traitor" who defected to the Fatui, could also gain a lot of benefits.

He brought Kujou Sara back to adopt him, not out of compassion.

How could humans like yokai?

Even if Tengu is a good monster that protects the mountains and forests, it will not be pitied by humans at all.

He just wanted this Tengu with the Vision to create more benefits for him infront of the shogunate.

Facts have proved that he made the right bet.

Kujou Sara performed better and better, and even became a capable general under the Shogun.

And their Kujou family was also valued because of this.

Now, he also needs Kujou Sara to create new benefits for him.

He didn't even consider how his innocent adopted daughter would be treated because of these rumors if his conspiracy with the Fatui was exposed.

In recent years, General Raiden has become more and more ruthless.

While this rumor was getting more and more intense, another thing was happening in another place far away from Inazuma Castle.

...

Looking at the territory of Inazuma, most of the affairs that have not been heard by General Raiden are handled by the Evaluation Office.

The right to discuss matters in the Evaluation Office belongs to three families, known as the Tri-Commission, namely - the Yashiro Commission, the Tenryou Commission and the Kanjou Commission.

The families with these Tri-Commission rights are named Kamisato, Kujou and Hiiragi.

They are the three great families that everyone in Inazuma knows.

And Kamisato Ayaka is the eldest daughter of the Yashiro Commission, Kamisato family, the famous "Shirasagi Himegimi".

When asked why she was called the Shirasagi Himegimi, the people of Inazuma had different opinions.

"Because Lady Ayaka is as elegant and noble as an egret. Look at her beautiful appearance and her smart and decent conversation skills. Isn't she worthy of being called a princess?"

"Lady Ayaka, although she is of noble status, is polite and kind to us. She is kind and generous, and is willing to lend a hand to others. Did you know that it was she who helped take in the commoner Thoma against all odds?"

There are many different opinions, but no one can tell the exact origin of the name of Princess Egret.

[A/N: Egret is a beautiful white bird similar to swan.]

But the fact that she is deeply loved by the people is evident.

Although she is the face of the Kamisato family,

She is not the head of the Kamisato family. As a famous Inazuma Princess Egret, she appears more in public to establish the image of the Kamisato family.

With her dignified, elegant and polite demeanor, Kamisato Ayaka has a place in various social occasions.

Whether negotiating with potential partners or dealing with difficult nobles, she is well-founded and impeccable.

As for government affairs, the current head of the Kamisato family, Kamisato Ayaka's brother, Kamisato Ayato, is fully responsible.

When no one was around, Kamisato Ayaka finally unloaded all her burdens and relaxed for a rare moment.

Walking in the corridor of the Kamisato mansion, she did not forget to organize the snacks on the tray.

This was made by herself in her spare time.

Usually... tasting and appreciation are done by Thoma.

But Thoma was recently sent out by her brother, and she was afraid that what she made would poison the servants.

So...

"Brother, I made some snacks, do you want to taste them?"

Kamisato Ayaka came to the study where Kamisato Ayato handled official business, and after closing the door of the study, she said softly.

The former's hand holding the pen trembled obviously.

"Ayaka is here, please sit down."

Looking at the snacks on her sister's tray, Kamisato Ayato was not scared, but at least he was very panicked.

It's not that Kamisato Ayaka's cooking skills are not good.

If it is a normal dish, Kamisato Ayaka can still cook it well.

But this young lady will often have a sudden whim and make some strange things.

Even occasionally the kitchen will explode.

Usually it's okay. If Thoma is there, he can eat even a pile of black things with a smile.

But Thoma was sent to the ritou island to develop spies, and he hasn't come back yet.

Could it be...

"Brother, this is... "

Putting the snacks on the small table next to him, Kamisato Ayaka's eyes were quickly attracted by the list on the table.

It's rare that something attracts the attention of his sister, and Kamisato Ayato certainly won't let go of this chance.

"Have you heard of Master Masakatsu?"

Kamisato Ayato asked, casually moving the list to his sister.

Even though his sister once said that she would not interfere in government affairs.

But he will still reveal some things to his sister.

As her brother, he is very clear about his sister's talents in some aspects.

"The one in Hanamizaka?"

Kamisato Ayaka said puzzledly, taking out her folding fan and gently covering her mouth.

The fanning tool used in daily life has long become a decoration to express modesty in the hands of nobles.

And Kamisato Ayaka has long been able to use this thing with ease.

She has even used this folding fan in her fighting skills.

Princess Ayaka is indeed graceful when dancing, but under this beauty, it hides the coldness of ice.

"Yes, it's the craftsman from Hanamizaka. I got some interesting things from him."

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A/N: Who else is imagining the type of interaction Kamisato Ayato and Bai Luo would have upon meeting.

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