I, Aki Tomoya, will not be a simp.

The phrase "strict father and kind mother" perfectly describes Takagi's family.

Takagi's mother was very kind and quite tolerant of her son.

His father, on the other hand, was the complete opposite, never giving Takagi a chance to breathe.

"Did I disgrace you in Tokyo? I did get into the most difficult university in Japan, did that disgrace the Takagi family?"

Takagi looked at his father defiantly.

Although he said it out of the blue, Takagi knew in his heart that his father was a true member of the Kyoto University faction. Even most of the doctors in the hospital were Kyoto University graduates. He was a man who really cared about factions.

Therefore, Takagi decided that he would never go to Kyoto University, and resolutely enrolled in the University of Tokyo. After inheriting the hospital, he also thought about recruiting a group of people from the University of Tokyo to help him.

"I brought two friends back with me, can't you just say less?"

At this point, Takagi started lecturing his father instead.

Takagi's father frowned upon hearing this, then looked at Aki Tomoya and Majima.

Realizing there were other people present, his expression softened considerably, and he nodded to the two of them.

"I am the father of this good-for-nothing son. Please forgive me for making a fool of myself earlier."

Takagi's father said to the two of them.

His eyes were always full of imposing presence.

The man who managed the entire hospital didn't show much of an imposing presence to intimidate the young people.

The Takagi family's hospital is very famous in the area, and Takagi's father is also a renowned doctor. As the hospital's director, he not only manages the hospital but also continues his work as a doctor.

“Our son finally came back, and he even brought his friends back. You smiled occasionally… I’m sorry, but that’s just how my man is. Although he looks a bit intimidating, he’s actually a gentle person.”

A gentle person...

He showed absolutely no gentleness; at least when he treated Takagi, he was ruthless.

Aki Tomoya and Mashima thought to themselves, "Now we finally see what kind of relationship Takagi and his father really have."

On the surface, their relationship wasn't really good.

But it all comes down to those four words: strict father and loving mother. The two roles have already been assigned, and this can be explained from that point of view.

They may say one thing, but they don't know what they're really thinking.

"You're back so early today! I knew you heard Zhai was back..."

"I don't have any surgeries today."

Just as Takagi's mother was about to say that he had come home so early especially to see his son, Takagi's father interrupted her.

"Yes, yes, let's pretend you didn't have surgery today. By the way, let me introduce you to two of Zai's friends, both classmates from the third year of Tokyo University of Science. This is Aki Tomoya, and this is Majima Shin."

Takagi's mother first said helplessly, and then introduced her son's two friends to her husband.

Upon hearing that both of them were from Dongdali Third, Takagi's father nodded.

At least at Dongda University, the people my son knows are all outstanding young people of our time.

Takagi's father had no objections to Aki Tomoya and Mashima; in fact, he welcomed them.

"Mr. Majima, is your father Professor Majima from Johoku University?"

Takagi's father looked at Majima and asked.

Majima replied, "Yes, it is my father!"

"Professor Mashima is an expert in cardiovascular surgery, a truly remarkable doctor! I had a very pleasant conversation with your father at an academic conference in Tokyo before."

"Thank you for your praise. On behalf of my father, I thank you... My father has told me that Dr. Takagi's achievements in the field of neurosurgery are also remarkable!"

"Your father is too kind!"

Suddenly they started praising each other like that...

Aki Tomoya and Takagi exchanged a helpless glance and quietly watched the two of them exchanging empty compliments.

At the same time, Aki Tomoya was thinking that Takagi's father probably wouldn't be interested in him, since no one in his family was a doctor.

His family in Tokyo was just an ordinary working-class family.

"This must be Aki-kun, right?"

"Yes, I'm grateful for your son's care!"

However, the truth is quite the opposite; as a matter of basic courtesy, Takagi's father would not ignore him.

However, what Aki Tomo didn't expect was that what the other party said next would take him quite by surprise.

"No, it is you who should be taking care of my son. Please give my regards to that lady!"

"...Who is that?"

Aki Tomoya was taken aback; he didn't quite understand what Takagi's father was saying.

"Aki-kun has a good relationship with the Sawamura family, right?"

"..."

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Chapter 249 Just Confess Honestly (2/6)

Sawamura family.

It's a surname that's all too familiar.

The only Sawamura that Aki Tomoya knew was the one from his childhood friend's family.

So, how did the other party know that he had a good relationship with the Sawamura family?

He really doesn't know where to begin complaining.

However, it was difficult for Aki Tomoya to do the job of conveying Sawamura Sayuri's greetings on her behalf.

"...If it's that Sawamura, I think Uncle has misunderstood. My relationship with him is just so-so."

Aki Tomoya's expression was somewhat helpless.

"Oh, I must have made a fool of myself. Please enjoy yourselves at my home. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask."

Takagi's father's expression remained unchanged, making it impossible to discern his thoughts.

Aki Tomoya remained puzzled, and even after dinner, he still couldn't understand how Takagi's father knew about his affairs. It was really strange.

Similarly, some people were curious, even more so than him.

Just as Aki Tomoya was about to fall asleep in his room, Takagi sneaked in.

"Aki!"

"What are you doing here so late? Are you trying to scare me?!"

Looking at the big face next to him, Aki Tomo replied irritably.

It's so late, and two men alone in a room together. If someone sees them, they might misunderstand something.

However, just as Aki Tomoya was saying this, another figure slowly walked in.

"Ah, I was wondering who would sneak into Aki-kun's room at this hour. Oh, it was Takagi-kun. You two take your time, I won't bother you any longer!"

Majima walked in, looking at Takagi lying next to Aki Tomoya making a strange expression, his face full of teasing.

Before Aki Tomoya could explain anything, Takagi, for the sake of his reputation, couldn't help but jump up and quickly grabbed Majima to explain: "Wait a minute, don't talk nonsense here. I'm a normal man, I don't do that kind of thing!"

"...Don't worry, I will never tell anyone, I will absolutely keep my mouth shut!"

Majima placed his hand on his heart and swore an oath.

He saw nothing and heard nothing tonight. No one else will ever know what happened in this room!

He made this promise, causing Takagi's eyelids to twitch incessantly.

"I'm not kidding you anymore. Aren't you curious?"

"What are you curious about?"

Majima looked at Takagi with a puzzled expression.

The latter, however, couldn't help but roll his eyes.

"Aki, that guy Aki actually kept such an important thing from us!"

Takagi said excitedly, while also feeling helpless that Majima was still pretending not to know anything at this time.

After Takagi said those words, Aki Tomo couldn't sit still any longer. He stood up, looked at them, and replied with a conflicted expression, "What have I been hiding from you? Takagi-kun, you can't wrong me!"

It's utterly incomprehensible that he's hiding something from these two again!

In the past, whenever something interesting happened, Aki Tomoya would share it with them as soon as she returned to school.

Takagi's statement has absolutely no basis.

However, Takagi had a sly grin on his face. He released Majima and slowly walked towards Aki Tomoya.

"Resist and you'll be punished severely, confess and you'll be treated leniently. Just confess honestly, and you'll get your free pork chop rice!"