The extended car could accommodate four people. As the car moved slowly, Kuwako Sakato's eyes glanced at Yako and Naomi's faces a few times, and then pursed her lips into a smile.
Hayakawa Naomi frowned. Yamako looked at them carefully. For a moment, the car fell into silence.
Pei Zi Yun asked, "Kuwako, what's the matter this time? Also, thank you for taking care of my father. "
Kuwako chuckled. "That's what I should do. Besides, I didn't interfere. Mr. Yamada Kazuhiko is a capable person. He was promoted because he achieved good results in the company."
"But Shinkichi, although it's said that a scholar who hasn't seen for three days must be looked at in a new light, he has unknowingly reached such a height. It really makes me sigh!"
Pei Zi Yun shook his head and smiled. What she said might be true, but many Japanese companies, especially traditional ones, still used seniority. The salary would increase according to the employee's age and length of service in the company. Promotion was also very important. Even if Yamada Kazuhiko was very capable, it was difficult to promote him because of his seniority.
It was not credible to say that Kuwako was not a factor.
"No, I still have to thank the Sakata family for their support. Otherwise, no matter how talented I am, I wouldn't be able to display my achievements today."
"Shinkichi is too modest …" Kuwako felt that this matter was not a big deal. She lightly changed the topic. "By the way, I heard that there are some changes in the shrine. How is it going? Is it going well?"
"Although there was some trouble, thanks to Naomi and Kuwako, it was solved smoothly."
"Oh? Naomi and Kuwako? " Kuwako raised her eyebrows in disbelief. Of course, she knew the background of these two girls. She just didn't expect them to grow so fast and become Yamada Shinkichi's right and left arms.
Naomi blushed. Kuwako opened the fridge and took a drink. She mumbled, "Oh, powerful Kuwako … Kuwako is the most powerful samurai."
"It seems that after a few operations, Naomi and Kuwako have made great progress." Kuwako pursed her lips and smiled.
Almost at the same time, in Yamada's house, Yamada Izumi had already prepared the dishes. The rice (red beans and rice) had also been prepared. More than a dozen plates had also been prepared. Yamada Nanako was not young anymore. She was fair and cute, and she could even help her mother with work.
In Japan, inviting guests to dinner was very important. Yamada Izumi saw that it was almost time and rushed to touch up her makeup. She changed into a kimono with a full pattern and made a phone call.
"What? So fast? Your father is at home talking with a guest in the study. Don't worry, I will definitely entertain your guest well. "
After hanging up the phone, Yamada Izumi said to Yamada Nanako, "Nanako, Shinichi is here with Yako and his classmates. Let's go to the door to welcome them!"
Yamada Nanako was willing. Although she hadn't seen her brother for a year, she liked him very much since he often bought gifts for her. The two of them stood at the door and waited.
After a while, he saw two cars coming over one after the other.
"Onii-chan?" Nanako asked on tiptoe.
Yamada Izumi tugged at her, telling her to pay attention to etiquette. The car in front had already stopped in front of Yamada's house.
The first to come down were Pei Zi Yun and Yako, followed by Naomi. Nanako and Yamada Izumi were stunned and shocked. Nanako even sucked her thumb in her mouth. She had never seen such a beautiful lady in her entire life!
"Is this Onii-chan's girlfriend?" She was so beautiful, even more beautiful than the stars she saw on TV. Before Pei Zi Yun could answer, Kuwako Sakato came down. She was still very careful and didn't make an exaggerated dress. She was wearing a formal dress. Although she wasn't as beautiful as Naomi, her posture was more elegant.
Nanako was suddenly in a dilemma.
The first one was beautiful, and this one looked gentle and elegant. Both of them were great. Which one was Onii-chan's girlfriend?
Kuwako Sakato didn't know what the little girl in front of her was thinking. As soon as she came down, she very politely bowed to Yamada Izumi. "Sorry to bother you, Mrs. Yamada."
After that, she presented the gifts with both hands. Even Yako and Naomi were given a box.
Yamada Izumi declined. "You have always helped Shinichi a lot. This time you can come, how can you spend money again? Please don't be like this …"
Pei Zi Yun looked at them with a smile and let them decline politely. Naomi also followed. "You have always been taken care of by the director. Today we are here to pay a visit. This is just a small token of our appreciation. There is also a gift for your daughter. Please be sure to accept it."
Yamada Izumi took it with a smile and said, "We are all classmates. You are too polite. Please come in and take a seat."
Kuwako Sakato was misunderstood. She didn't explain and just smiled.
The two outstanding girls with their own characteristics let them in. Yamada Izumi looked at Shinichi's mother and couldn't help but feel a little emotional.
It was Shinichi's luck to meet such an outstanding girl. It was rare for him to have two classmates who looked very close to each other. She didn't know if the preparation today would make them feel neglected.
She was more or less uneasy. As soon as she entered the living room, she sat down on the tatami. Only Yako was ignored because of her young age and being a neighbor.
After a few polite words, Yamada Izumi served tea and said, "Excuse me, everyone. I will prepare the dishes and let Shinichi entertain you."
Both of them slightly bowed their heads to return the courtesy. "Sorry for the trouble."
Nanako received a box of chocolates and a box of snacks. It wasn't that Kuwako Sakato didn't want to spend money, but if it was more expensive, it would be inappropriate. It would be suspected of looking down on the Yamada family.
Nanako received two gifts at once. She was very happy. She wanted to open it but was afraid of being rude.
"Nanako, don't worry. I made a few more boxes." Naomi wanted to please Nanako. She opened a box. There were eight boxes filled with all kinds of snacks. It was very delicate. "Just eat!"
Nanako sat down and took one. Kuwako Sakato also picked one and ate it. She pursed her lips and smiled. "It's really good. It's sweet but not greasy. I've heard of Naomi's cooking for a long time. Today I finally get to eat it. It's a well-deserved reputation."
"I admit defeat in cooking. Let me peel an apple for everyone!"
At this moment, footsteps came from the stairs. Yamada Kazuhiko accompanied a middle-aged man down.
The middle-aged man walked down and said, "Yamada-kun, congratulations on being promoted to deputy minister. You can go to the head office for the next monthly meeting."
"To be honest, Yamada-kun, everyone is very envious of you. You've been promoted in less than a year. The higher-ups value you very much!"
Yamada Kazuhiko knew the minister's hint. But he really didn't know who promoted him. He hurriedly said, "You're a senior and a minister. Please give me more advice in the future. Please stay for dinner!"
The middle-aged man said with a smile, "Although you're also a deputy minister in your previous company, the Sakato consortium and the Sakato family are completely different."
"Let's not talk about the salary. Our positions are also different. We're both retainers of the Sakato family. I will certainly take care of you in the future. But now, I have something to do in the company. I won't bother you anymore."
Just as he said that, he saw several girls. But the middle-aged man didn't recognize them for a moment. He just felt something was wrong. Just as he finished peeling the fruit, cutting it into pieces and putting it on the plate, the phone in his pocket rang.
She frowned slightly. She took out the phone and had a look. Then she pressed the call.
This attracted the middle-aged man's attention. He carefully looked at Kuwako Sakato who was peeling the fruit and cutting it into pieces. He couldn't help but be shocked, "Miss Kuwako?"
The old retainer of the Sakato family now generally called her "Miss". The direct descendants generally called her "Miss Kuwako". The next level was called "President".
"Miss Kuwako?" Yamada Kazuhiko was startled by the middle-aged man's voice.
The middle-aged man stared at Kuwako downstairs. He was a retainer of the Sakato family. Although his position was a bit far away, he recognized her at a glance and was shocked.
In the blink of an eye, Yamada Kazuhiko understood. His surprised eyes also fell on Kuwako.
Kuwako Sakato had to bow to him, "It's our first time meeting. I'm Kuwako Sakato, Shinichi's friend. You can call me Kuwako."
Kuwako Sakato?
Yamada Kazuhiko's whole body was eroded.
On the first day of working at the Sakato Conglomerate, he already remembered the president's name. He knew that the president was called Kuwako Sakato. Could it be … this girl who claimed to be Shinichi's friend was the big boss of the entire Sakato group?
This kind of thing was too exciting for Yamada and Hiichi to digest for a while.
As for the middle-aged man, he was still in a daze, as if he had seen an alien descending on earth.
"…" Yamada Izumi, who came out with the dishes, didn't see the scene just now. Seeing the tense atmosphere, she didn't know what was going on. She could only force a smile and say, "Please sit, please sit together."
"Master Yuki isn't answering?"
In the command room, staff officers and staff were hurrying in and out. All of them were expressionless. Outside, a group of military police was checking guns. They were wearing bulletproof vests and helmets. The atmosphere was tense. Tokugawa Hisaoki fell silent after hearing his assistant's reply.
At this moment, someone hurried in and bowed when he saw Tokugawa Hisaoki. "Master Tokugawa, the criminals are killing the hostages in the Watanabe building."
The Watanabe building was a comprehensive trading building of the Sakato Conglomerate. Not only did it have a jewelry section, but it also had a high-class hotel. The people who stayed there were either rich or powerful. But now, a large number of hostages had been kidnapped by the mysterious armed forces. Since they couldn't negotiate, they killed the hostages.
Tokugawa Hisaoki's face darkened. He looked at the surveillance screen. On one of the screens in the Watanabe building, there were two mangled corpses on the ground.
They were the hostages' corpses that had been thrown down from a high altitude.
Tokugawa Hisaoki ordered in a low voice, "Has the Tōpu Company arrived yet? Charge in."
"Yes!"
Following the order of the shogunate's special agent, fully armed men rushed in. On the screen, one could see that these men were equipped with assault rifles, tactical vests, tactical helmets, bulletproof shields, and a command system. There was originally a video feed, but when they rushed into the building, the screen went black and all the images disappeared.
"What happened? Report the situation, report the situation!" The commander immediately gave the order. Although it couldn't be seen, they could still hear the panicked footsteps. Then, there was the sound of gunfire.
"There's a battle inside, there's a battle inside."
Then, there was no sound, as if it had been cut off. Only the heartbeat on the screen continued to beat intensely. Then, it quickly died down. The entire command room fell silent.
"They're all dead," someone beside Tokugawa Hisaoki said in shock and despair.
Tokugawa Hisaoki's heart was equally heavy.
Although he was a retainer of the shogunate and had seen many things in his life, he still couldn't help but purse his lips tightly at this moment.
Due to the demon's attack, the sacrifices were much better for the current Japan, but such sacrifices were meaningless.
What was going on inside? No matter how strong the mortals were, it would be difficult for them to destroy the elite troops. Could it be another demon?
At this moment, footsteps came from behind. Only a few people could enter the command room.
Turning around, he saw that it was indeed Kanna.
She walked over and took a glance before saying, "No, this building has completely mutated. If you don't want the soldiers to die in vain, you can't send them in anymore."
"Mutated?"
Tokugawa Hisaoki stared at the Watanabe building on the screen. Although he knew that Kanna wouldn't lie, he couldn't see anything suspicious with his eyes. Only silence could explain the strangeness of this place.
Kanna didn't waste any time and directly wiped Tokugawa Hisaoki's eyes with her hand. Tokugawa Hisaoki felt a sharp pain in his eyes. When he opened his eyes to look at the screen again, he saw that the originally normal building was now shrouded in a thick black fog, as if it was alive.
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