Fujiwara Reya glanced around, his gaze swept to the very front of the guests where Kitagawa Ryoko and the woman who previously drew him for free were seated. He gave a slight smile to the two, then followed the Palace Master to the front of the worship hall, awaiting the arrival of the three ladies.
The shrine maidens were still dancing on the stage, but Kitagawa Ryoko couldn't watch any longer.
Just now, when the Mountain God looked over, even through the formation, she clearly saw those eyes shimmering with light. Clear and sharp, with a hint of affection... it was like a goodwill gesture towards someone familiar... How strange, Kitagawa Ryoko couldn't understand why the Mountain God would show kindness to her.
Beside her, Yayako also saw that clear light.
Unlike Kitagawa Ryoko, she discerned a sense of reproach from that gaze... How strange, Yayako thought to herself, could it be that she owed him money?
