Tokyo Knights: The Odd Jobs X Files

Mai Shiranui asked Li Xin, "Xin, I'm asking you, who is the strongest female fighter!"

Chunli looked at Li Xin with great confidence, believing that Li Xin, who had fought alongside her, would give a fair answer.

Without hesitation, Li Xin replied, "Of course it's Chizuru! Is there even a question?"

Although Morishia is already an extraordinary powerhouse, Kagura Chizuru possesses the Yata Mirror and is skilled in both spiritual and martial arts. In a real fight, Kagura Chizuru would likely be stronger.

Mai Shiranui and Chun-Li: "..."

After recalling how Kagura Chizuru had forcefully suppressed Goenitz during the previous "KOF" tournament, both of them fell silent.

Damn, they really can't beat Kagura Chizuru.

After easily defeating the two, the group could finally relax and enjoy their shopping.

I initially thought Helena, as the host, would be the most familiar with Paris, but when we passed by the Champs-Élysées, I discovered that Mature and Weiss were the ones who knew the place best. They knew every shop like the back of their hand, and were even acquainted with the managers of many of the shops.

“When I used to work for Nuga, I would come here to spend my time during my holidays.”

That's what the two women said.

Thinking of their deceased former boss, Mature and Vice felt a pang of sadness, after all, they were afraid they would never encounter such a generous boss again.

Former boss, rest in peace. We will make good use of the money you left us!

After silently mourning their beloved boss, Nuga, the two immediately exchanged the money he had given them for designer clothes, bags, and jewelry, so that their beloved boss could stay with them forever in another form.

"These luxury items are not reimbursed!"

Li Xin said to the two women who kept buying things.

He wasn't familiar with designer brands, but he knew they were expensive; even a small item could cost tens of thousands of francs. He didn't dare accept the favor of buying things like they did, even if Fim was willing to pay. Besides, those two gossipy women weren't worth it.

"Fine, we won't give it to you. We have our own money!"

Mai Zhuo and Wei Si made faces at Li Xin, that stingy boss!

Since Mature and Vice were buying things with their own money, Li Xin didn't say anything.

In the luxury store, Ai Haibara noticed a handbag with a gold ginkgo leaf logo and couldn't help but move closer.

Seeing that Ai Haibara was also interested in the bag, Mature looked at her with admiration: "I didn't expect you to have such good taste at such a young age. This is the latest limited edition bag from 'Fusa'. Although this brand is relatively new, the design and workmanship of their bags are excellent. They have a very good chance of becoming a new luxury brand in the future... Hmm? Should I buy some of their limited edition items before they become famous? That seems like a pretty good choice..."

He actually started thinking about it seriously as he spoke.

"Go away, don't corrupt the children!"

Li Xin made a gesture to drive Mai Zhuo away, which earned him a glare from Mai Zhuo.

“'Fusa-e'…”

Ai Haibara murmured the name, and Li Xin noticed that Ai seemed particularly interested in the handbag, so he asked, "What's wrong, Ai?"

"Nothing, just remembered something."

Ai Haibara shook her head.

Helena noticed that Ai Haibara was staring at the handbag, and smiled at her, saying, "Ai, if you like it, I'll give you this bag."

"Forget it, this bag probably isn't cheap either."

Li Xin shook his head and said, "Why give such an expensive gift to such a small child... Oh, I almost forgot, this is a fake little devil."

"It's alright, not expensive. My mother is a friend of the founder of 'Fusha Hui', and my mother receives her latest jewelry and handbag designs every year."

Helena smiled.

For fashion brands that are only somewhat famous but haven't yet become true luxury brands, what they need most is to enhance their reputation. It's perfectly normal for famous people like Maria, a national treasure-level soprano singer, to give her jewelry and handbags. It's not about the money; as long as she wears their jewelry or handbags to concerts or other public events, it's worth it for the brand.

Looking at Ai Haibara's distinctly mixed-race features, Helena couldn't help but say, "Speaking of which, the founder of 'Fusae' was also of mixed race."

Ai Haibara's heart skipped a beat, and she asked, "Are Madame Maria and the founder of 'Fusae' friends?"

"Yes, that Miss Fusa is a very remarkable person. She came to Paris alone and built the 'Fusa' brand from scratch. That's truly impressive!"

When Helena spoke, she clasped her hands together in front of her chest, seemingly showing great respect for the founder of the "Fusha" brand.

"Wait, miss?"

Ai Haibara keenly noticed that Helena addressed the founder of "Fussae" as "Miss" rather than "Lady".

Helena nodded: "Yes, Miss Fusae never married in her life. My mother was also very curious as to why such an outstanding woman never got married. She even asked her, and she said that she had a childhood sweetheart in Japan, and she made a promise with him that she would always wait for him."

Ai Haibara: "..."

Chapter 708 This humble woman is not talented; please guide me for the rest of my life.

"Ai, what's with that expression?"

Li Xin asked Ai Haibara.

Since leaving that luxury store, Ai Haibara had been wearing a conflicted expression, which puzzled Li Xin.

"that is……"

Haibara sighed, and seeing her hesitant expression, Li Xin asked, "What's wrong?"

"It's nothing, it's just that once we get back to Japan, we need to have a serious talk with a certain old man."

Ai Haibara said.

She had just asked Helena a lot about the founder of "Fusha" and had a million "MMP"s to say to that stupid woman who had waited for someone for forty years.

It's one thing that the idiot doctor forgot your name and didn't know where you moved to, but why didn't he even come to look for the doctor who hasn't moved?

I'm so fed up with adults like you who only act on their own feelings!

Uh... no, I guess I'm an adult too...

Ai Haibara couldn't help but cover her face. It seemed that she had been a child for too long and was almost starting to see herself as one. It looked like she couldn't slack off anymore and had to seriously work on making the antidote for "APTX4869".

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"Ahhh... I can't take it anymore..."

Back at Fim's mansion that evening, Mai Shiranui collapsed onto the bed, rolling around in agony. King, seeing Mai's seemingly life-threatening state, couldn't help but ask, "Mai, what's wrong with you now?"

"King, what do you mean by 'again'? It makes it sound like I do this all the time!"

Mai Shiranui did a somersault and rolled out of bed.

King recalled: "You used to be quite quiet, what you would call a 'Yamato Nadeshiko' type of lady, but later... to be precise, after you and Andy completely broke up, you became... how should I put it, you started to emulate Yuri."

"Hey, King, that's going too far! I don't deserve to sit at the same table as Yuri!"

Mai Shiranui's almond-shaped eyes widened, clearly dissatisfied with King's description.

King shrugged: "I think it'll be soon."

With Mai Shiranui becoming increasingly insane, she'll eventually turn into the second Yuri Sakazaki.

Mai Shiranui rolled her eyes. King shook his head and asked Mai Shiranui, "Going back to what we were talking about earlier, what happened to you just now?"

When King changed the subject back, Mai Shiranui's face showed a worried expression again: "Sigh, I've run out of money..."

"what?"

"That's right, that's right, I spent all the prize money I won from the 'DOA' competition..."

Mai Shiranui lowered her head, poked her two index fingers together, and said with a look of shame.

King's eyes widened: "What did you do!"

"I didn't do anything, I just saw Mature and Weiss having so much fun shopping, so I couldn't help myself..."

Mai Shiranui covered her face with her hands, looking utterly ashamed: "Anyway, by the time I realized what was happening, all the money was gone!"

As the saying goes, "Spending money is fun for a moment, and spending money all the time is even more fun." Just now, Mai Shiranui spent money to her heart's content and couldn't stop, spending all the prize money she received from Fim yesterday.

King couldn't help but facepalm: "How much did you spend? I remember your prize money should have been quite high..."

She drew Li Xin in the semi-finals and then forfeited, but even so, her prize money was eight million francs. Mai Shiranui won one more game than her, so it should be double that amount.

"All of it, sixteen million francs, all gone..."

Mai Shiranui blinked her innocent-looking big eyes, but King didn't feel sorry for her at all. Instead, he asked in an almost screaming voice, "How much?"

King once went through a very difficult period. In order to treat her younger brother's illness, she desperately saved money, trying to stretch every penny in half. Even after she became wealthy, she continued to be frugal and never indulged in any luxury spending.

King was shocked to hear that Mai Shiranui had spent all 16 million francs on luxury goods.

"Sixteen million francs..."

Mai Shiranui smiled wryly.

"You spent almost 200 million yen in just one day?"

King couldn't believe it. She had just thought Mai Shiranui was exaggerating, but it turned out she really had spent it all!

"I never expected money to disappear so quickly..."

Mai Shiranui scratched her head, then glanced at the various shopping bags piled up in the corner of the room. She felt that she hadn't bought that much, so how did she accidentally spend all her money?

It's all because those luxury stores offer home delivery services. She wasn't carrying anything, so she didn't know how much she bought. She just kept buying and buying until her bank card couldn't process the transaction.

It's not that money is cheap, it's that you haven't spent it wisely!

King said irritably, "Go, return those things!"

"No, that won't work..."

Mai Shiranui shook her head: "No refunds after leaving the counter."

"Then let's sell it at a discount!"

King said firmly.

"If there's a discount, it should be at least 50% off..."

Mai Shiranui whispered, and seeing King's expression as if he was about to explode, she quickly added, "But don't worry, I only bought classic Hermes and Chanel pieces. After collecting them for a few years, they might even appreciate in value!"

"Who told you that?"

The King couldn't help but ask.

“Mature and Weiss, they seem to know a lot about this.”

Mai Shiranui answered honestly.

"Then go ask them to collect it."

King said to Mai Shiranui.

"No way, they bought more than I did!"

Mai Shiranui shook her head, and King's lips twitched as she listened. She couldn't help but ask, "Is working for Shin really that lucrative?"

She buys so many luxury goods without hesitation, spending money like water, which makes her want to work for Li Xin.

Mai Shiranui whispered, "It's not Ashin who makes the money; it's the money they earn by taking on side jobs."

King shook his head: "Forget it, I'm too lazy to discuss this. Xiao Wu, you've spent all your bonus, what are you going to do next?"

"It's not that I've spent it all; I still have enough for the trip home."

Mai Shiranui said cautiously.

King was amused and said, "Should I praise you?"

Mai Shiranui chuckled dryly, "No need for that."

"Didn't you realize I was being sarcastic?"

King glared at Mai Shiranui, who shrank back, saying, "I know, I was just trying to lighten the mood..."

"Being active, my foot! You've been far too active lately!"

King tapped Mai Shiranui on the head, thought for a moment, and said, "You've run out of money, so what about your dojo? Didn't you want to buy the dojo a while ago so you could escape the fear of it being taken away?"

"The reason I came to participate in the 'DOA' competition this time is also to try and earn the prize money to buy a dojo. Sixteen million euros is a little short of buying the dojo, but with the endorsement fee you signed with the Kagura Group before, it's about right. But now..."

King shrugged, implying that with such a large funding gap, how could Mai Shiranui possibly buy the dojo?

Mai Shiranui suddenly shouted, "I have an idea!"

King was startled and asked Mai Shiranui, "What method?"