Mako Takamori was woken up by a fragrant aroma.
She looked around in a daze and saw the young man who claimed to be Yamada eating with Kuwako. There was sushi on the table, bought from a sushi restaurant not far from here. There were 150 pieces and 450 pieces according to the ingredients. He didn't buy the most expensive 850 pieces and was wolfing it down with Kuwako.
Although she was immersed in the delicious food, Kuwako immediately noticed Mako Takamori and shouted, "Mommy is awake, come and eat!"
Mako Takamori gradually woke up and immediately sat up. She looked around and saw an envelope on a small table not far from the sofa.
She rushed over and opened it with trembling hands. After a long time, she covered her face with her hands as tears seeped through the gaps between her fingers.
She didn't know what Yamada said, but Kuwako didn't disturb her and allowed her to calm down. She wiped her tears and looked at the letter and the contract again. Gradually, she started to have doubts.
"Yamada-kun, I was rude just now. How did you get to know Shidu-kun?" Mako Takamori hesitated and asked. The person in front of her was at most a junior high school student. He was so young and yet he was willing to take on this responsibility?
Actually, what she wanted to ask was, was the document worth 1.5 billion yuan, and it only lacked a signature?
Pei Zi Yun swallowed another piece of sushi and sighed. "It's delicious, but it's too small."
Just two mouthfuls and 450 yuan was reimbursed. He turned around and lowered his head. "Let me introduce myself again. I am Yamada Shinichi. When school reopens, I will be a student at Milan Private High School."
Ignoring the shocked Mako Takamori, Pei Zi Yun slowly stood up and wiped his mouth. "You don't have to mind me. In my opinion, you should quickly contact a lawyer to confirm the validity of the document."
Mako Takamori hesitated for a while and felt that it was right. She lowered her head and said, "Then Yamada-kun, please wait for a while!"
Pei Zi Yun also lowered his head and said, "Of course, I have to do my duty. I'll go outside and take a look. Call me when you're done."
Kuwako immediately said, "Mommy, I'll go with Onii-san."
Mako Takamori was a little hesitant. Pei Zi Yun said, "Kuwako, why don't you stay with Mommy? You can play after Mommy is done, okay?"
Cuozi was still very sensible. She bit her thumb and did not say anything.
Pei Zi Yun stood up and bade farewell. Mako Takamori hurriedly sent him to the door. She was extremely anxious and didn't try to persuade him to stay. She waited for him to go down the stairs before picking up the phone.
Pei Zi Yun looked up at the sky and saw that the clouds had covered the sky. The sky was dark and gloomy. At this point, a beep sounded out from his handphone. He looked down at it and his mood improved.
"Is it a clock-in message? Let's find an ATM! " Pei Zi Yun easily found an ATM machine not far from the apartment. He took out his bank card and inserted it into the machine.
He followed the instructions, and a moment later, the number 58600 appeared on the screen.
"I originally had 15000 dollars, but the fee for the first short story is 43000 dollars, right?" Pei Zi Yun counted and had a rough idea of the sum. He then sent a message to the editor.
Soon, there was a reply: "Yamada-kun, have you already thought of a new work?"
Pei Zi Yun's pen name was Yamada Shinichi. Pei Zi Yun paused for a moment and saw a man getting off the tram and walking towards the apartment. It seemed like he was a lawyer.
He smiled and sent the 30,000 words of "The Change of Cattail Gate" over. According to the original manuscript of 350 to 400 words, he would be able to collect 380,000 dollars.
There was no reply from the other side. Pei Zi Yun didn't mind and strolled around. However, not long after, the other side sent another message.
"Yamada-kun, I have seen your new work. It is very good. Compared to your first short story, it is much better. I have already applied to the chief editor to list it as a new writer to focus on."
"Our publishing company is interested in discussing some long-term cooperation contracts with you. This is for your future development and to protect your interests. We hope that you can come and talk to us in person."
"I am really sorry, I am on a business trip to carry out a man's will." Pei Zi Yun smiled and closed the message.
At this point, he heard a "eh" sound, and a strange feeling came over him. Pei Zi Yun turned around and saw that the apartment building was shrouded in darkness, and looked a little eerie.
Pei Zi Yun looked carefully, but there was nothing there.
"Impossible, I can't be hallucinating." As Pei Zi Yun was thinking, he saw something strange. Two cars came over and three people got off.
In the middle was a young girl wearing a kimono embroidered with a family emblem. Behind her were two young men holding swords. The scabbards were clearly decorated with the family emblem.
"Are these real swords?"
When the Shinagawa shogunate was established, they issued the "Japanese Martial Arts Law". In the third law, it was stipulated that the names of the bannermen and vassals were to be recorded by the generals. Other warriors were to be recorded by the vassals. Only warriors with a name could walk in public with a sword. If a rogue carried a sword, anyone could kill them, but they could carry a wooden sword.
This law continued until modern times. In modern times, it was fine to buy a sword or store it. However, if one wanted to carry a sword on the streets, one had to apply for a "Sword Holder Registration Certificate". The examination fee was not high, just 6500 dollars. However, it was very troublesome to verify the qualifications.
That was why it was popular for martial artists to carry wooden swords.
Pei Zi Yun turned to look at the young girl. The first thing he noticed was the kimono, "At least it's a visiting kimono, and not a pretentious one."
A visiting kimono was considered a more formal dress. It could be worn by both married and unmarried women. The price was not too high either. It could be bought for 50,000 dollars. But with a flick of the sleeves, it was completely out of the norm. It was purely a luxury item, and was sold for millions of dollars.
"Eh, this young girl looks familiar!"
Just as he was thinking about this, the three of them arrived in front of him wearing wooden clogs. The two young men stood straight with their hands on the hilts of their swords. They looked very imposing. The passersby on the road quickly made way for them.
The young girl had already arrived. When she saw Pei Zi Yun, she revealed a look of surprise. She bowed deeply, "Are you Yamada-kun?"
"Yes, I am. May I know who you are?" Pei Zi Yun asked in confusion. He realized that this young girl was the one on the tram. It was just that she had changed into a relatively formal dress and had put on some light makeup.
As for the two young men who remained silent, they gave off an indescribable sense of oppression. Pei Zi Yun could feel that they were actually a little hostile.
"I apologize for my abrupt arrival. I am Sakako Sanako, the witch of Jinchuan Shrine." The young girl now was not as cute as she was on the tram. She looked like she was welcoming a distinguished guest.
"The cherry blossoms are blooming in early spring. What a joyous occasion. I would like to invite you to come on time." Sakako Sanako sang as she bowed deeply once again.
"What time is it?" Pei Zi Yun asked.
"Tomorrow. I will be waiting for you anytime." She said as she handed over the invitation.
"I understand. I will definitely arrive on time." Pei Zi Yun did not mind.
Sakako Sanako took two steps back before turning to leave. Seeing her leave, Pei Zi Yun picked up his phone and searched for the location. Very quickly, he found Jinchuan Shrine.
Jinchuan Shrine was located on a small mountain in the middle of Chiba County. It was only 80 meters above sea level. However, the history of the shrine was not very long. It was only established after the Shinagawa shogunate.
However, the environment was not bad. There was a patch of cherry blossoms, which was dedicated to the god Fukuchi.
Pei Zi Yun did not think much of it. However, his heart skipped a beat. He searched and frowned. This god is the god of calamity. However, legend has it that he helped the Shinagawa general to conquer the world. Hence, he changed calamity into a blessing. It has the meaning of eliminating calamity and protecting the people.
Just as he was deep in thought, footsteps could be heard from afar. He turned around and saw Mako Takamori sending the lawyer out and bowing deeply.
"Please return!" The lawyer bowed deeply as well. He was very polite. The woman in front of him was no longer an unwed mother. She was the owner of 1.5 billion yuan.
After the lawyer left, Mako Takamori bowed deeply to Pei Zi Yun again. "Yamada-kun, thank you very much for bringing the will. Please allow me to be your host."
"It seems like the document is real." Pei Zi Yun thought to himself.
In the distance, the two cars did not go far. When they saw the group of people leaving, they slowly moved forward. When they reached the crossroads, Sakako Sanako suddenly took out her phone and made a call.
"Hello, I'm Sanako. Yes, I've already sent the invitation. Do you need me to do anything else?"
"No, there's no need. To become the successor of the Sky Maiden Imperial Sword School, you will have to face more than just human obstacles." A voice came from the other side of the phone.
"Even if you are lucky enough to pass the test, you won't be able to accept it if you don't have the capability. Isn't Shidu Cheng like that?"
"What Mikawa Shrine needs is a successor who has passed the test."
"Regardless of whether this Yamada is Shidu's illegitimate son or not, he has obtained the proof of inheritance. He has passed the test and is not greedy. He just needs to hand over the 1.5 billion yuan to Mako Takamori."
"Now, as long as he can pass the final test."
"This 1.5 billion yuan is not easy to obtain. From now until the end of the test, all private activities are prohibited. Keep a close eye on him."
"If anything happens, clean up the scene immediately."
"Yes, I understand." Sakako Sanako could not bear to see this happen, but she replied respectfully. She put down the phone, still feeling uncomfortable. She took out her pocket watch to check the time.
Turning around, she turned on the intercom and said, "Kimoto, Koku, contact the relevant people. Prepare the relevant teams in the police station as well."
"No matter who dies, clean up the mess quickly. Don't leak it, and don't cause panic among the people."
"Also, I know that you are feeling uncomfortable, but you gave up on the test and gave up on the right of inheritance."
"Now, please put aside your selfish thoughts and welcome the possible successor of Mikawa Shrine and the Sky Maiden Imperial Sword School."
"Don't worry, Miss." A reply came from the intercom.
Further away, a few cars drove over and surrounded the apartment. Looking out the window, the people inside were all wearing black kimonos. Everyone was silent and did not speak.
Note 1 and Note 2: These are all fictional shrines and deities.
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