America: My Time

Chapter 81 Pressure
Chapter 81 Pressure

John's arrival was kept secret in Japan. If anyone knew, it was only Naoko. This trip to Japan was of great importance, and John did not want too many people to know his whereabouts, lest the acquisition be affected. Therefore, he only informed Naoko when he came to Tokyo, Japan!
At this moment, John was under tremendous pressure. This was a $40 billion acquisition, the largest acquisition John had ever made, and of extraordinary significance. This acquisition was far beyond anything he had made before, not even comparable to previous acquisitions or investments. This acquisition was important in every respect.

It was precisely because of the immense pressure he was under that John was so cautious, not rushing to deal with other issues, but instead patiently waiting for Morgan's representative to arrive and for the final deal to be made!

As John returned to Pine Garden and entered the manor gate, a female security guard approached him: "Sir, Miss Naoko returned this morning."

This security guard is an employee of John's own security company. Not only Naoko is equipped with one, but Ye Qianwen and Zhong Chuhong are also equipped with one, as are his own family members. Moreover, all the security guards in the entire manor are women, all for Naoko's safety!
Although it was a bit of a surprise, he didn't pay too much attention to it. John was very happy that Naoko was able to make time to wait for him at home, which at least showed that his woman had a good character!

As John entered the house, the automatic record player in the living room played his first love song, which he had written for Naoko. He couldn't help but smile when he heard the song. He took off his coat and hung it on the hanger, then walked towards the sofa in the corner of the hall. Soon he saw Naoko lying on the sofa, engrossed in flipping through the magazine in front of her.

It must be said that beautiful women look good in anything, and Naoko is a prime example. She has a full figure and fair, delicate skin. Her long, black hair is meticulously combed back and styled into a bun, exuding elegance and grace. Her bright eyes add a touch of tranquility and intellect. Her attire is simple yet sophisticated: a light blue silk blouse, a dark gray striped skirt, flesh-colored stockings, and black mid-heeled shoes—a striking combination.

A coffee table sat on the small table next to the sofa, steam rising gently, its aroma mingling with the music playing from the record player, creating a scene imbued with a profound atmosphere. John tiptoed over and sat on the back of the sofa, reaching out to encircle Naoko's slender waist, visible between her shirt and skirt.

"Ah—" Suddenly, Naoko screamed and rolled over after being attacked. She relaxed when she saw it was John, sat up, leaned on the back of the sofa, and looked up at John with joy in her eyes. She was no longer panicked and asked with a smile, "When did you get back? Why didn't you tell me to pick you up from the airport? You scared me!"

John looked down and his gaze fell on Naoko's shirt collar. He didn't see any bra lines, but there were clear marks of her breasts on the outside of the shirt. Naoko dressed casually and seemed relaxed at home, but her timidity hadn't improved!
John smiled calmly and said, "I just got back. There are some things that need to be taken care of. It needs to be kept secret until there are results. What have you been doing all this time?"

Although she noticed John's gaze, Naoko didn't bother to cover her neckline and said, "I've been busy with promotions, and I just happened to have some time to rest today. I was waiting for you at home!"

Naoko didn't mention that she intentionally stayed home, and John pretended not to know this, accepting it readily. With a gentle pull, John drew Naoko into his arms and laughed, "Relax more when you have time. Don't put too much pressure on yourself; it's not good for your health. You need to learn to relax!"

That's true, but how many people in this world can actually do it? John himself understands this, but does he have time to relax? No, he's always in a state of tension, his nerves are always on edge, he's always planning the next step of development and expansion, and he's even using his spare time to plagiarize and accumulate more ammunition for himself.

If we were to say who bears more pressure between John and Naoko, it would undoubtedly be John. The pressure he bears is incomparable to that of Naoko. Every plan requires him to bear immense pressure, especially now that he is under the heavy burden of $40 billion, yet he still remains very calm!

In times of great importance, composure is essential, especially at times like these. Holding the beauty in his arms calmed John considerably. Although it concerned the future development of Legendary Entertainment, John no longer felt the urgency he had before. He relaxed completely, feeling a sense of warmth and home in Naoko's presence. This was mainly due to Naoko's personality; she possessed the qualities of a Yamato Nadeshiko—quiet, reserved, gentle, and considerate.
When people relax, they inevitably feel a little tired. Even if John has a strong will, being under pressure for a long time will affect him. After all, people are not made of steel!

Naoko sensed John's change, gently broke free from his embrace, stood up, and said, "You go back to your room and rest first. I'll make dinner. What would you like to eat?"

John gently shook his head and said, "Come, sit down. Let the chef make dinner. It's been a long time. Sit with me for a while!" As he spoke, John gently patted the seat next to him. It would be too tiring for Naoko to make dinner. She always made the food very exquisite. Even after several hours of work, it was only enough to feed the two of them. This was thanks to Naoko herself eating very little!
Small portions and exquisite presentation—that's John's assessment of Japanese food. A meal resulted in a mountain of dishes, each small and delicate, a waste of time and energy; it took over a dozen dishes to barely fill my stomach! However, it must be admitted that the Japanese food tastes quite good!

Seeing John's determined expression, Naoko sat back down. Although she really wanted to cook John a love dinner, she wouldn't refuse his request!
Gently embracing Naoko, John asked, "Have you been busy with work lately? Have you encountered any problems?"

"It's not too busy, much better than before. Thanks to the support of TV Tokyo and Tsutaya, a lot of the work is much easier. The company also provides a car, so even during the album promotion period, I'm not too tired!"

Today, TV Tokyo is well on track, and Tsutaya, with its large investment, has established a chain of sales channels in the Tokyo area, providing strong support to Legendary Records in the distribution of novels and records.

John's voice grew softer and softer as he talked with Naoko, and he gradually fell asleep. Although he was young and strong, he was exhausted from working so hard for so long. After relaxing, he naturally fell into a deep sleep.

Time passed slowly. Originally, John was holding Naoko in his arms, but now Naoko gently held John's head on her lap. Looking at the sleeping John, a look of happiness appeared on Naoko's face.

Night fell before they knew it, and Naoko lost track of time. The two of them sat quietly in the living room. People came to ask Naoko if they were going to have dinner, but Naoko gestured for them to leave so as not to disturb John's rest.

After sleeping for several hours, perhaps because he was hungry, John finally woke up from his deep sleep. When he woke up, he found that he had used Naoko's leg as a pillow, and he couldn't help but smile, feeling Naoko's thoughtfulness! How could anyone not like or cherish such a gentle and kind woman?

“I didn’t expect to fall asleep during the conversation. It seems I was really too tired this time. I’m sorry you had to go through all this trouble. Next time, just wake me up. Don’t make me suffer!” As he spoke, John got up and helped Naoko up. Her legs were numb from being supported by John’s head for so long, making it impossible for her to stand up.

"It's nothing, it's what I should do!" Naoko didn't think there was anything wrong with it. Her gentle nature was ingrained in her bones, and it was this gentle nature that made her likable to John.

Under Naoko's care, John enjoyed a sumptuous meal and felt much more energetic. After dinner, while strolling in the garden, John continued to inquire about Naoko's current work situation.

Although his intervention altered Naoko's original trajectory, he still cared deeply for this Showa-era diva; she was his woman, so naturally he wanted to show her more concern! John hoped to provide Naoko with a nurturing environment to fulfill her dreams. This wasn't just true for Naoko, but also for the other women around him.

Many people initially thought that Naoko's career would be severely affected after she moved agencies, but they were wrong. Naoko's career has flourished, thanks to the songs left behind by John and the strong support from TV Tokyo, far surpassing her development at her original agency.

Naoko Naoko has now begun to transform from an idol into a singer. The songs she sings are all high-quality, her records sell incredibly well, and her popularity has naturally skyrocketed.

During his conversation with Naoko, John also learned that the agency's development had entered a fast track. The small agency, which had previously been overlooked, had finally ushered in a period of great development. However, Yoshiko Koizumi was not in a hurry to expand and continued to focus her energy on several other artists according to the original plan!
(End of this chapter)