Oni no Ou to Chigire - Chapter 6 Pg 113

He was the thirty-first generation head of the Yase family household. Thirty years ago he succeeded to the head of the household when he was a young man of twenty-five. Ever since way before Tokimori was born, he was the one responsible for the entire clan. He wore a blackish suit and had well-arranged salt and pepper hair. Perhaps due to his many hardships, he looked older than his actual age of fifty-five. He was a little taller than Tokimori, and had a sturdy, well-built physique. Masanori watched Tokimori with sharp eyes.

I remember you two well, from when you came to report about the contract ceremony thirteen years ago. The frail child, and the small demon. I thought you wouldnt be of much use. Every time I saw you at the Summer Solstice Gathering for the past six years, that impression hadnt changed.

right.

For the time being, all Tokimori could do was nod. It was just as the head of household said, he wasnt upset about it. Besides, he was glad he wasnt useful, almost to the point of wanting to apologize to the head of household who was responsible for the entire clan.

Your small demon has been growing larger each year, but hes still small. According to Katsumotos written reports, other than being able to talk well for a demon, nothing that should be of note has been recorded. Tokimori, there is something I want to ask you. How many fingers does your demon servant have?