Tokyo, the shady intelligence of private detectives

The third piece of information is about this VIV lighter. This is the second time Masahiro Hanyu has seen someone using it; the first was Taku Kurokawa.

"My name is Yamamoto Ryuji, thank you, Manager Inoue."

He took a cigarette from the pack and put it in his mouth.

Kazuhiko Inoue immediately pressed the lever of the VIV lighter, and with a "click," lit the cigarette for Masahiro Hanyu.

Yui Satsuki slightly raised her chin, displaying an arrogant demeanor, "There's no need for us to get to know each other."

She took the bag, took out 600,000 yen, and placed it on the table. "Manager Inoue, we can't accept any extra money!"

"Yamamoto-kun, let's go."

This caught Inoue Kazuhiko's attention, and he took the initiative to get to know him, thus achieving today's goal.

If you talk too much, it might arouse suspicion and backfire.

Masahiro Hanyu glanced at the 600,000 yen on the table, a reluctant expression on his face. "Alright, goodbye, Manager Inoue."

Inoue Kazuhiko blinked. "Yamamoto-kun, how can we contact each other from now on?"

He could tell that Mr. Yamamoto cared a lot about the 600,000 yen.

Masahiro Hanyu left his pager number before leaving the office with Yui Satsuki.

After leaving the Twin Star Ballroom, the two got into a Crown sedan.

Yui Satsuki breathed a sigh of relief; at least she didn't have to pretend anymore. Otherwise, being casually held and hugged by Yuzuru-kun, and being unable to refuse, would really damage her image as the club president.

Yuzuru Masahiro's expression was serious. "President Satsuki, my behavior in the ballroom just now was impolite. I only did that to complete the request. I was just nervous..."

Yui Satsuki gazed out of the car window. They had been so intimate just moments before, and now that they were alone together, she felt a little awkward.

But you have to pretend nothing's wrong, otherwise it will be even more embarrassing.

"Hanyu-kun, you were indeed a bit rude, but it's understandable for a newcomer to be nervous."

"Your overall performance was quite good, especially your victory over Inoue Kazuhiko at the gambling table, which was quite unexpected."

"Your mind-reading and memory skills must be excellent; I hadn't noticed before."

Masahiro Hanyu resumed his respectful attitude, "Thank you for your recognition, President."

"Inoue Kazuhiko should contact me. Is there anything the president needs to remind me of?"

Yui Satsuki started the car. "According to Officer Yamamoto's investigation, that mysterious drug appeared in the underground casino of the Twin Star Ballroom."

"Keiko Tanaka was a dance partner of Kazuhiko Inoue when she was young, and her death may be related to this drug. It is probably not a coincidence."

"Hanyu-kun should take advantage of the opportunity to get close to Inoue Kazuhiko; perhaps he can find a clue."

Yui Satsuki drove Masahiro Hanyu to his apartment building.

"The living conditions here are indeed a bit poor. Once this assignment is completed, I will keep my word and find you a new place with the same rent."

Yui Satsuki's tone seemed gentler and more considerate than before, though I wondered if it was just my imagination.

Masahiro Hanyu replied politely, "Thank you, President."

Satsuki Yui blinked her peach blossom eyes, "Hanyu-kun, let's do our best together."

For the next two days, President Satsuki was not at the detective agency, and it was unclear what she was busy with. Inoue Kazuhiko also did not contact her.

There has been no movement from room 501 next door for two consecutive days, and Izayoi Akira hasn't been home for either of them.

Both Kurokawa Taku and Inoue Kazuhiko had VIV lighters in their possession, and according to the third piece of information, they were both connected to Tanaka Keiko's death.

In order to complete the commission as soon as possible, Masahiro Hanyu planned to talk to Akira Izayoi again. Starting with this simple-minded girl would make it easier to get more information out of her.

Masahiro Hanyu has been watching the TBS "Healthy Living" program every day from 11:30 to 12:00 noon for the past two days.

At the end of the show, the instructor, Yonemura, teaches viewers how to make weight-loss drinks, followed by an interactive segment with the audience.

Over the phone, instructor Yonemura will guide viewers through details they may not understand during the beverage-making process.

Masahiro Hanyu tried calling the program's hotline, saying that he couldn't make a satisfactory cucumber, celery, and apple juice.

The instructor from Mimura responded that as long as a certain cost fee is paid and an address is left, the prepared weight loss drinks can be mailed to them.

This television program was the first clue, and it must be related to Tanaka Keiko's death.

Masahiro Hanyu's previously immature speculations are becoming increasingly clear.

On the morning of the third day after visiting the Twin Star Ballroom, Masahiro Hanyu received a page from Kazuhiko Inoue.

He returned the call, and the other party asked him to meet at 2 PM, not at the Twin Star Ballroom, but at 1-7-11 Nishi-Azabu, Miyako-ku.

Masahiro Hanyu first called Yui Satsuki to report the situation.

Yui Satsuki told Masahiro Hanyu to keep the appointment on time, and also told him that Officer Yamamoto had made arrangements and that they could go to Keiko Tanaka's residence to investigate the next day.

In the afternoon, Masahiro Hanyu arrived at the address on time. It was a converted machiya (traditional townhouse), hidden among a row of new-style small buildings, and was inconspicuous.

The low wooden gate, painted dark brown, was ajar. Masahiro Hanyu pushed it open and entered.

The main house is built in the traditional machiya style, but the main entrance is a heavy Western-style security door, which is out of place with the old machiya.

As soon as Masahiro Hanyu arrived at the door, the security door opened, and a woman dressed in a plain-colored kimono came out to greet him.

"Is this Mr. Yamamoto? Mr. Inoue is waiting for you."

The woman appeared to be in her early twenties. While not exceptionally beautiful, she was still pleasing to the eye. Her large breasts were heavy and trembled as she bent over, drawing attention.

Yuzuru Masahiro entered the house, and the woman casually closed the security door tightly. The crisp sound of the lock shut completely shut out any noise from outside.

Yuzuru Masahiro couldn't help but become wary. It was only his first visit, so there shouldn't be any danger, right?

"This way, please." The woman gestured and led Masahiro Yuzuru up the wooden stairs.

Lifting a dark curtain at the top of the stairs, I came to a tea room. It seemed to have air conditioning to regulate the temperature, as it was slightly cool.

The tea room is not large, with thick beige tatami mats and a low wooden square table in the center of the room.

Kazuhiko Inoue sat on a plain-colored cushion behind a square table, while an older woman sat beside him preparing tea.

The woman was also wearing a plain-colored kimono, but the fabric was so transparent that it was clear at a glance that she wasn't wearing anything underneath.

The rough pottery tea set, the teapot steaming, the aroma of tea filling the entire space, and the woman's attire created a strangely ambiguous atmosphere.

Wearing a linen kimono, Inoue Kazuhiko beckoned, "Mr. Yamamoto, I'm burning incense and preparing tea here, waiting for your arrival, my esteemed guest."

The young woman brought over a cushion and placed it opposite the tea table. "Mr. Yamamoto, please have a seat."

Then she knelt down next to Masahiro Hanyu, looking very submissive.

Inoue Kazuhiko pointed to the older woman, "Her name is Kyoko!" Then he pointed to the younger woman, "Her name is Nako."

"They are all volunteers here, not outsiders. Mr. Yamamoto, please don't be so formal."

"Nako, pour some tea for Mr. Yamamoto!"

Naoko crawled to the table, picked up the teapot, and slowly poured tea into a rough earthenware teacup. The tea was clear, and a wisp of steam rose gently.

"Mr. Yamamoto, please have some tea."

As Nako spoke, she leaned closer, intentionally or unintentionally, and Masahiro Yuzuru could feel the softness of her large breasts.

He straightened his expression and said, "Mr. Inoue must have something to tell me."