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Hearing his grandfather insult his father in such a way, Xiangzi wanted to refute him, but then he thought of his father's past failures.
My father did have many good qualities, such as a gentle personality, a deep love for his family, a hard-working nature, and great patience with everyone.
But in Grandpa's eyes, these of his father's former virtues could only be described as "indecisiveness".
Not to mention, my father now...
"If that good-for-nothing hadn't been so stupid as to be swindled out of so much money, forcing me to kick him out of the house, I wouldn't have needed you to arrange all this so early."
Blame your foolish father.
The old man said coldly, his tone tinged with resentment.
“Because of Mizuho’s failure, I must personally oversee your son-in-law. He must be able to support you and the Toyokawa family…”
Perhaps thinking of the man who had once been his son-in-law, he coughed with some agitation.
From the very first meeting, Toyokawa Sadaharu didn't think much of that guy.
Unfortunately, Mizuho insisted on her own way, and her wife...
Just like Xiangzi today.
Toyokawa Sadaharu gently placed a handkerchief to his lips, then looked at Shoko and said calmly, "I know what you're thinking. You might think that the boy guarding outside could do the same thing."
Hearing his grandfather say this, Xiangzi's cheeks flushed slightly, and he instinctively wanted to breathe on his face and say something like, "You're talking nonsense, she doesn't like him at all."
But Xiangzi knew who was standing in front of him, so he kept quiet.
The old man continued, “I’ve seen his resume. He does have some talent and fame in music, but his background is too ordinary, just like your father’s. He’s just a country boy.”
I no longer believe that someone like that can be trained.
He is far from being able to support you. For example, right now, what can he do besides stand outside?
Xiangzi, this world is far darker than you can imagine.
And the power and wealth we possess are far less secure than you imagine.
Hearing his grandfather belittle the boy so much, Xiangzi couldn't help but say, "If that's the case, then why did Grandma choose to marry you in the first place!"
Well, our teacher Da Xiang finally couldn't help but breathe on his grandfather.
The old man's eyes sharpened.
If it were the old Xiangzi, she might have been afraid, but now, having endured countless cold stares on the construction site, she's not afraid of this little thing at all.
Weren't you originally a boy from the countryside?!
Toyokawa Sadaharu choked for a moment.
If Banami were here, she would probably say, "Our teacher, Daisho, breathes on everyone around him indiscriminately. You should really enjoy it."
Just as the grandfather and grandson were at an impasse, the butler gently knocked on the door.
"Come in," the old man said, using this as a cover for the argument that had just taken place.
“Master…” The butler in the tuxedo whispered a few words to Toyokawa Sadaharu, then handed him the phone.
Upon seeing the name on the caller ID, Toyokawa Sadaharu couldn't help but frown slightly.
Then, Toyokawa Sadaharu threw the resumes on the table and said, "Anyway, I've made up my mind. If you still want some options, pick one yourself before I get back."
Otherwise, I'll help you pick the best one.
After saying that, Toyokawa Sadaharu left the room, while Shoko, somewhat sadly, slumped to the ground.
Chapter Thirty-Seven: Female Alcoholism!
Toyokawa Sadaharu arrived at the garage and got into his usual Toyota Century.
The butler in the tuxedo naturally assumed the role of driver.
The old man's brow remained furrowed as he recalled the phone call that had interrupted his conversation with Xiangzi.
This trip was also due to the news brought by the other party.
However, when the Toyota Century drove out of the Toyokawa family mansion, Toyokawa Sadaharu saw that Hanami was still waiting there.
The image of the boy he first saw naturally came to mind.
His granddaughter Xiangzi stood in front of him, while... hid behind him.
Every time he thinks of this scene, Lao Deng's already high blood pressure keeps rising.
Only the butler knew that after returning home that night, the master smashed several pieces of porcelain from the Heian period.
This was a very rare occurrence for the Toyokawa family head, who was known for keeping his emotions hidden.
Suddenly, Toyokawa Sadaharu remembered the phone call and the ambiguous relationship between the blond girl and the boy, and a sense of vigilance arose in his heart.
So he instructed the butler, "Tell the security guard to keep a close eye on that boy's every move while I'm out, and not to give him any chance to meet Xiangzi."
Hopefully, he's just overthinking things; he always has a bad feeling about it.
The butler quietly agreed, and then Toyokawa Sadaharu let out a cold snort, seemingly pleased with himself.
If it weren't for Xiangzi's attitude, he would have done it long ago...
"Fujita, where are the blood pressure medications?"
"Uh, sir, it's not time for you to take your medicine yet."
***
After receiving a call from Butler Fujita, the security guards at the door even added two more people, and the four of them stared at the boy who wouldn't cause any trouble.
The four security guards here, including the one who questioned Banami on the first day, were all quite fascinated by the boy in front of them.
Although he hadn't spoken due to his duty, the fact that he had stood outside the Toyokawa family's gate for over a month without being killed, and even silenced the important figures in the Toyokawa family...
This guy might become one of the owners of this mansion someday.
Moreover, although they received the order, they didn't really care, since the boy usually didn't cause trouble or make things difficult for them.
If there really is something wrong, surely four people can't suppress him?
What struck the four as slightly odd was that the boy was quieter than usual today. Normally, he would drink tea or play the guitar to pass the time.
But today I just stand here, like a piece of wood.
But nobody really cared, as long as the boy was within their sight.
Ultimately, an unexpected situation arose.
A petite girl with delicate features arrived at the Toyokawa family's door, slightly raised her head, and said, "I want to see Saki."
The security guards were very familiar with the girl in front of them. She was the eldest daughter of the Toyokawa family, a family that had been close to the Toyokawa family for generations, and also Miss Shoko's childhood friend and playmate.
This girl had a special pass to enter and leave the Toyokawa family.
Even if it were Mr. Toyokawa here, it would be the same, so the security guards naturally let Wakaba Mutsu through.
Anyway, it's not that boy.
The four security guards didn't pay much attention and continued to keep a close watch on the boy standing at the door.
***
Looking at the expensive dress laid out on the bed, Toyokawa Shoko still couldn't calm down.
Unlike that cheap rental house, here there is a warm bed, expensive dresses that you can't buy even after working for years, and you don't have to worry about water or power outages all the time.
But now, Xiangzi is starting to miss life in that rented room.
Despite the various difficulties, after meeting the boy, Xiangzi felt that she could do anything, and in fact, she proved that she could live a better life little by little. She even felt a sense of pride she had never experienced before as she counted the accounts every day and watched the money in her account gradually fill up.
But now... she's like a canary that's been imprisoned.
Xiangzi couldn't help but look out the window at the boy who still refused to give up.
She gently bit her lip, remembering the promise she made to her grandfather.
Putting aside the matter of the arranged marriage, since she had promised her grandfather that she would inherit the Toyokawa family in exchange for the boy's safety and the return of his father, she would still do what needed to be done.
She picked up the expensive dress, intending to ask the head maid to come in and help her change, when she heard the other woman knock on the door and say softly, "Miss Xiangzi, Miss Ruoye has come to see you."
Xiangzi was slightly taken aback. She had said such hurtful things yesterday, yet Xiao Mu...
Just then, the door to the room was gently opened, and Shoko saw Wakaba Mutsu standing there.
"Eh, Miss Wakaba..." The head maid seemed somewhat surprised that this usually quiet and well-behaved girl would open Miss Shoko's door without permission.
Looking at her silent expression, Xiangzi couldn't help but sigh and say, "Are you an idiot, Mu? I already said those things to you."
Ruo Ye Mu remained silent, only looking at Xiang Zi.
This made Xiangzi feel very guilty. In fact, Xiao Mu had not done anything bad; she just habitually wanted to drive away everyone around her.
She gently bit her lip and said, "In that case, you can stay and help me change my clothes."
Then she instructed the head maid to prepare tea and refreshments for her.
After the head maid closed the door and left, Xiangzi picked up her long hair, which was not tied up, and then instructed, "Xiao Mu, come and help me unzip my clothes."
Ruoye Mu seemed to hesitate for a moment, but in the end, she walked over, gently touched Xiangzi's skin, and pulled down the zipper.
Then, Xiangzi's long skirt slowly drifted down to the ground, leaving her only in a cute set of girlish underwear.
However, Xiao Mu's slightly cool fingers had given her goosebumps, and she felt a strange feeling in her heart.
After all, they were childhood sweethearts, and Xiangzi often changed clothes in front of Mutou in the past, so he didn't pay much attention. However, feeling Mutou's gaze today, he felt something was strange.
"Why aren't you saying anything? Are you still angry with me?" Xiangzi asked.
After a brief moment of calm, an impossible boy's voice was heard saying, "Have you gained weight?"
Immediately, Xiangzi's expression turned horrified. She turned around because the owner of that voice should be standing outside now.
She glanced at him subconsciously; the boy was still standing outside, and right in front of her was clearly Xiao Mu.
But Xiao Mu revealed that familiar, frivolous smile.
"Stop looking, the one standing outside is Wakaba Mutsumi."
After saying that, "Wakaba Mutsu" made a tearing motion on her forehead, and then, surprisingly, the boy appeared in front of Xiangzi.
※Product Name: Hypnotic Stickers
※Product effect: By applying the sticker to the body, one can hypnotize the image of oneself as perceived by others. This image must be one that both the user and witnesses have seen.
※Note: This item cannot be used for illegal or criminal activities; otherwise, the system will determine that the item is invalid.
※Price: Charged by the hour, 2 Cat Coins for half an hour, any portion less than half an hour will be charged as half an hour.
Seeing the product's effectiveness, Xiangzi finally understood why this guy had been standing at his doorstep all month.
Of course, the main reason was "to be with her".
But this is also preparation for using this tool.
A month is enough time to ensure that everyone in the Toyokawa family, including security guards and other servants, has met with Hanami. Therefore, it is possible to ensure that when Wakaba Mutsu is outside, the Myo Myo gadget will not give him away.
But compared to that, looking at the boy's lewd gaze, Xiangzi suddenly remembered that in front of him, she felt as if she were only wearing underwear.
With a sudden rush of blood, he instinctively clutched his chest, his mind went blank, and he instinctively wanted to scream.
Then Banami said, "Go ahead and shout, shout until you're hoarse... then I'll wait to sit in the lakeside private room."
Banami paused for a moment, almost making a mistake.
Even though the sound was already in his throat, Xiangzi stubbornly kept his mouth shut.
Teacher Da Xiang, who was feeling wronged and had a sore nose, was so cute.
Looking at the girl wearing only underwear and white socks, Banami felt a surge of excitement and only one word came to mind.
Female rapist!
Okay, just kidding.
Right now, all he wants is to hold the girl gently in his arms, and then...
Lick her eyeballs.
Chapter Thirty-Eight: A Shameful Happiness
Although she was very surprised that the boy could come into her room without her noticing, she was, after all, one of the earliest "veterans" to create a second version of the story with Hanami.
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