The Great Master of Gensokyo

The purpose was to overshadow the achievements of Abe no Seimei, and the effect was indeed outstanding; Abe no Seimei's name has been forgotten.

Instead, it was Saigyouji Hanyu who took his place.

Saigyouji Hanyu probably never expected such an outcome.

The Fujiwara family's grand welcome and farewell to Yuzuru clearly showed how highly they regarded him.

On one hand, there was the issue of Yuzuru's identity; he hoped to gain Yuzuru's support to prevent him from siding with the Emperor.

On the other hand, Fujiwara no Fuhito was naturally curious about who Saigyouji Habu was, given that he had achieved such success at such a young age.

Who could believe that a fifteen-year-old boy could have such extraordinary achievements?

They saved Heian-kyo.

Time and luck contributed to Saigyouji Hanyu's fame.

...

"Lord Saigyouji, we've been waiting for you for a long time." Fujiwara no Hitoshi had been waiting outside the Fujiwara family mansion for a long time. When he saw Yuusuke and Yotohime appear, his eyes only flashed over Yotohime.

While he was surprised, he dared not have any thoughts, after all, he had heard the rumors about the Demon Blade Princess.

With such a beautiful shikigami protecting him, Fujiwara no Hitoshi was not surprised, nor was he worried that any problems would arise or that his safety would be violated.

After all, Yuzuru Hanyu has such power and status.

His expression carried a false respect for Yuzuru.

"Thank you very much for the invitation and hospitality, Fujiwara no Fuhito-sama." Yuzuru replied with a smile, thinking to himself that the old fox was indeed up to no good.

He saw through this false respect at a glance. A smart person would naturally not point it out. Yuzuru was also curious about Fujiwara no Hiroshi's purpose in inviting him.

"Please follow me." With that, Fujiwara no Hiden led Saigyouji Hanyu and Yaodao-hime into the main hall.

The two, after their initial polite exchange, quickly took their seats. With host and guest seated, tea and water were served, and delicious food was provided—all the necessities were laid out for Fujiwara no Fuhito and the others.

This respect stems more from a fear of Yuzuru's superhuman strength.

The threat posed by this power was such that if Fujiwara no Fuhito hadn't been unable to deal with someone like Yuusuke, given his status as the Right Minister and his influence in the court, he wouldn't have been so in awe of him.

Supernatural forces are always the most terrifying.

Saigyouji Hanyu also knew that Fujiwara didn't need to wait because of any reverence.

He didn't need to pay attention to this political animal anyway. Whatever he wanted to do wouldn't affect Saigyouji Hanyu.

However, considering his identity, his relationship with certain people in the East, and the possibility that Yuzuru might use him in the future, it was necessary to make initial contact.

Similarly, Fujiwara no Fuhito's invitation to Hanyu was partly a test, and partly an attempt to win him over.

"Please forgive my poor hospitality for having Lord Saigyouji move to the Fujiwara residence," Fujiwara no Fuhito said apologetically to Hanyu, offering him a cup of sake.

In terms of etiquette, Fujiwara no Fuhito and others naturally gave Yuzuru plenty of face.

"Lord Fujiwara no Fuhito is too kind," Yuusuke replied with a smile, then turned to Fujiwara no Fuhito and asked, "May I ask what brings you here, Lord Fujiwara?"

Yuzuru cut straight to the point, and Fujiwara, without beating around the bush, laughed heartily.

"Lord Saigyouji is truly straightforward. I wonder what your view is on the general trend of the world?"

Fujiwara no Hitoshi's words made Yuzuru's brow twitch, and he coughed.

"Please speak freely, Fujiwara-kun. As for the general trend of the world, Fujiwara-kun may do whatever he wishes."

Yuzuru did not object to the ambition hidden in Fujiwara no Fuhito's words.

"Or is it that Lord Fujiwara needs my assistance from Saigyouji?" His words were laced with a half-smile, causing Fujiwara no Hitoshi to give an awkward smile.

"Lord Saigyouji knows that I am the Minister of the Right of the Emperor. There are demons causing trouble within the country, and some ungrateful people in the court are taking this opportunity to oppose me..."

Fujiwara no Fuhito, a powerful minister, is here talking about how hard he works.

"I hope that Lord Saigyouji can stand on the side of my Fujiwara family. With your support, my Fujiwara family will be able to sweep away the treacherous and restore a bright and clear world to the imperial court."

Fujiwara made no attempt to conceal his intentions, which made Yuzuru want to laugh. Clearly, the greatest treacherous villain is the Fujiwara family.

"I have heard that Lord Saigyouji is still unmarried. If you are interested, we can become husband and wife."

“I have four daughters in my family, who can be my wives or concubines, to serve Lord Saigyouji.”

Marriage between nobles was the best way to deepen relationships.

After some back and forth, Fujiwara no Fuhito uttered his final words.

Does this mean he's sending a girl to him?

With a smile, Yuzuru did not refuse such a good thing.

"May I have a glimpse of you?"

The fact that Yuzuru was willing to make a move pleased Fujiwara no Hitoshi; it seemed this Onmyoji was quite perceptive.

Chapter 144 Fujiwara no Mokou

If things go smoothly, then Fujiwara no Fuhito's arrangements can be put to use.

As long as Yuzuru can win over his own camp, Fujiwara no Hitoshi won't have to worry so much; that emperor won't be able to cause any trouble.

Historically, Fujiwara no Fuhito was a powerful minister who held immense influence in the court. The Fujiwara clan dominated for 300 years, and both historically and currently, their population remains remarkably large. Their large number of members and the fact that most official positions were held by the Fujiwara clan made their position in the imperial court unparalleled.

As a result, the emperor had no loyal minister to restore his authority, and this situation would only worsen after the Edo period.

If it weren't for his status as a living god and the aura of divine blessing, Fujiwara no Fuhito might have usurped the throne like the usurpers in the Central Plains.

This is the difference between Japan and China. And even if one cannot usurp the throne, no one is better at controlling the emperor to command the feudal lords than this Right Minister.

Only the woman who was once the most beautiful wife in the Central Plains during the Three Kingdoms period can be compared to her.

The Emperor was merely a puppet of the Fujiwara clan. Fujiwara no Hitoshi did not want a variable like Hanyu to affect the future expansion and development of the Fujiwara clan, so he tried his best to win Hanyu over.

As Fujiwara no Fuhito called out, the Fujiwara clan's daughters appeared one by one.

They were dressed in gorgeous clothes, like noble ladies of the time, and their appearances were also very much in line with the aesthetics of the era.

"I wonder what Lord Saigyouji thinks..."

Fujiwara no Fuhito introduced everything to Yuzuru, but Yuzuru only raised his head and glanced at it briefly.

Is this the rhythm of dividing into five equal parts?

"Are they your Fujiwara family's daughters? They really have inherited the best features of the Fujiwara family; they are exceptionally beautiful."

Yuzuru addressed Fujiwara no Fuhito, but did not find any girl who looked exactly like the one he remembered.

By the way, Fujiwara no Mokou at this time doesn't seem to have white hair, and the system doesn't seem to have given any indication of that.

refuse?

While hesitating, Yuzuru saw a girl in a red kimono at the end of the line, with short, black hair that was particularly eye-catching.

"Wait, at this point, Mokou either has white hair or black hair. This aura."

[Contacting key figures]

[Achieving a marriage alliance with the Fujiwara clan, you will receive a reward of 1000 experience points.]

The system notification sounded at that moment, confirming to Yuzuru that the girl was indeed Fujiwara no Mokou.

Yuzuru's gaze fixed on Fujiwara no Mokou for quite some time.

"she is…"

Fujiwara no Hitoshi couldn't recall who his daughter was for a moment. He had many daughters, but Fujiwara no Mokou was born out of wedlock and was naturally not valued.

If it weren't for Yuzuru's gaze, Fujiwara no Fuhito wouldn't have noticed this daughter.

The butler beside him then whispered something in Fujiwara no Fuhito's ear, and Fujiwara no Fuhito suddenly realized what was going on.

At this moment, Yuzuru had already stood up.

"Keep your head up."

Yuzuru spoke to Fujiwara no Mokou in a commanding tone, causing Fujiwara no Mokou's face to turn flustered.

Did I offend this person?

Fujiwara no Mokou was somewhat flustered; she had no idea why she was there. The butler gave the order, and Fujiwara no Mokou arrived, dressed in her precious red gown.

She lived a simple life. Unlike her older sister, older brother, and younger brother, she was born out of wedlock and could not enjoy the privileges of the Fujiwara family.

Even when their mother was sick, they had to carefully save money in order to find medicine to treat her.

This precious red kimono is no match for the fabric of my sisters' clothes.

"Lord Saigyouji told you to raise your head, so raise your head."

Fujiwara no Mokou only dared to raise her head when she heard her father's voice beside her.

Then, the girl's face immediately turned red.

"This person's eyes are so beautiful..."

The girl was a little afraid to look Yu Shengsheng directly in the eyes.

His eyes were exceptionally beautiful, and Mokou would unconsciously fall for them.

Having lived in the mansion for so many years, she had never been in contact with any men outside. This was the first time she had ever seen a man like Yuzuru, with such an ethereal air and exceptionally handsome appearance.

Yuzuru's first impression of Fujiwara no Mokou was quite good.

The naive young girl had no idea that she had been arranged into a political marriage.

The fourteen-year-old girl had already grown into a graceful young woman, an age when she should have been married off.

Although she was born out of wedlock, she was still a daughter of the Fujiwara family.

Daughters born out of wedlock are the most suitable marriage partners.

If there were benefits involved, the daughters of the Fujiwara family would be treated like commodities, chosen by others to marry into other families in exchange for marriage alliances with the Fujiwara family to consolidate their power.

Just like what she is facing now.

"Let's choose her. What's her name?"

Yuzuru smiled as he looked at the girl in front of him and asked the person next to him.

"This is my daughter, Fujiwara no Mokou." Fujiwara no Fuhito coughed and introduced her to Yuusuke. "Lord Saigyouji, if you truly desire my daughter, then she shall marry you..."

Saigyouji Hanyu frowned slightly and said to Fujiwara no Fuhito.

"Lord Fujiwara, you should know that I already have a good companion by my side, but the position of my principal wife..."

Seeing Yuzuru frowning, Fujiwara Fuhiya realized he had said the wrong thing.

"I misspoke." Yuzuru's status was noble, and Mokou was an illegitimate child. "Then she can marry Saigyouji-sama as a concubine."

Being born out of wedlock, she was indeed unworthy of the position of the principal wife.

"... "

Yuzuru coughed. This was something Fujiwara Fuhito had said; he hadn't forced him.

"However, I wonder what Miss Mokou thinks."

Yuzuru's words left Mokou, who had her head down, with mixed feelings, but she accepted the outcome.

"How could Meihong dare to refuse the marriage arranged by her parents and the matchmaker?"

As she spoke, Mokou secretly glanced at Yuzuru, a blush creeping onto the girl's face.

"Remember my name, Saigyouji Hanyu, your future husband."

Yuzuru took Mokou's hand and whispered in her ear, causing a lovely blush to appear on Mokou's face.

"Lord Saigyouji." Mokou nodded gently, with only one thought in her mind.

Saigyouji Hanyu is very handsome, that's all.

Mokou felt happy at Yuzuru's appearance. She didn't ask for much; even if she were to marry into a political alliance, whether as a wife or a concubine, Mokou longed to find someone she could entrust her life to.

Hanyu was undoubtedly the most suitable candidate Mokou had ever seen.

Marriage is a major life event, and parents should make the decisions.

Mokou was already aware of her fate. Born into a noble family, she was destined to face this fate.