Tokyo Three Generations

Soaking in the warm hot spring water, the lazy comfort washed away all her fear and tension, making her feel as if she had been reborn.

"Are you really that unwilling to lose to Mutsumi?" Takasaki Jun questioned. "What on earth has twisted you like this?"

This question caused Minami Nami to fall silent.

Yes, what exactly led us to this state of harmony?

She couldn't remember anymore; all she knew was that things between them were beyond repair, and the emotional distance between them was too great to be bridged.

Moreover, she would never be the type to repent and reform herself.

Since things have come to this point, let's leave it at that.

Anyway, she'll grow up and leave me, so this mutually disliked relationship won't last long.

Thinking of this, she suddenly glanced at the young man next to her again.

This wretched brat is truly hateful, but on the other hand, given his talent and family background, he is one of the best possible matches for Mu in the future.

Although the phrase "bring Mu into the door" was just a joke, it wasn't entirely untrue.

Thinking of this, a sly smile crept onto her lips.

She kept looking at Takasaki Jun like that, her gaze both alluring and dangerous.

"Is there something you need?" Jun Takasaki was getting annoyed by her half-smiling expression, so he asked rather irritably.

"You were just like that a moment ago, and now you're so heartless?" Mori Minami retorted. "You really have a heart of stone..."

Takasaki Jun blushed slightly after being teased like that, but quickly returned to normal.

"Hey, Auntie, you've been in the entertainment industry for so long, you wouldn't use something like this to threaten me, would you? If so, don't blame me for laughing out loud."

"Of course I wouldn't say something as stupid as asking you to take responsibility, but, Tsun-kun, we've become friends through some kind of misunderstanding, so it's not unreasonable for me to ask you to treat me better, is it?" Mori Minami smiled slightly, as if she had taken the initiative now. "Thinking about it carefully, we probably don't have any points of conflict anymore, right? You asked me not to bully Mutsu anymore, and I agreed; I won't stop you from getting along peacefully anymore—so why are you acting so aggressive?"

"Because I just can't stand your arrogant attitude," Jun Takasaki thought to himself.

However, he ultimately didn't say it aloud.

Perhaps it really was a case of "no friendship without conflict".

Seeing the change in his expression, Minami roughly guessed what he was thinking.

Then, as if she were feeling something, she sighed softly.

"I know that in your heart, it's probably hard to change your opinion of me anymore, and I don't want to explain myself too much. I'm not a good person, and I know that very well. However, I have my own reasons for some things... You probably won't believe me if I tell you now, but you'll figure it out for yourself later. Don't blame me for not reminding you then."

Before Takasaki Jun could reply, she stretched again.

Then, she found that she had regained some energy, so she stood up unsteadily, took the yukata she had just taken off from the stone steps, and tied the sash back on.

Although she didn't do it intentionally when she dressed, the way she exuded spring-like charm and allure was still enough to make anyone's mouth water.

Then, she walked up to Jun Takasaki, bent down slightly, and kissed him on the cheek, as if saying goodnight goodbye.

"Let's just keep it to ourselves and pretend nothing happened." Then, she breathed softly into Takasaki Jun's ear, "See you tomorrow, young man."

Then, she straightened up, stepped out of the bath, and then walked out of the bathhouse step by step.

With every smile and frown, her original mature charm was fully revealed, and after absorbing a large amount of "vitality", she became even more alluring.

What a vixen… Watching her departing figure, Jun Takasaki could only sigh inwardly.

Putting aside the fact that she is the mother of Wakaba Mutsu and the terrible impression she left on her, Mori Minami is indeed a stunning beauty, no wonder she became a big star.

That experience was indeed unforgettable, but if Ruoye Mu knew that after helping her all that way, this was what would happen, what would she think?

He dared not imagine any further.

However, on the other hand, he actually fulfilled his father's unfulfilled wish. If his father knew, would he praise him as a "tiger son of a general" or scold him?

What nonsense are you thinking about?

He couldn't help but curse inwardly.

As Minami said, the best way to handle these things is to keep them a secret between the two of you.

To protect her reputation, Senmina Nami certainly wouldn't go around spreading rumors, so as long as I keep this a secret, it's as if nothing happened.

Thinking of this, he suddenly felt confident again.

Despite the huge accident, he is a winner today from any perspective.

He defeated Minami Nami and then made her make concessions, which was to achieve his goal.

Winning and losing are more important than anything else; all other mental strain is meaningless.

Having regained his strength, he put on his clothes and strode out of the bath, returning everything to the tranquil moonlight.

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On another beautiful, sunny morning, in the Toyokawa family mansion, Miss Toyokawa, as usual, sat quietly in the spacious dining room, enjoying her breakfast.

She was the only one sitting at the table, while a maid stood quietly behind her, ready to serve the young lady her meal.

The table was set with bread, fruit, desserts, and fresh milk, according to Toyokawa Shoko's taste.

Although the food was exquisite and the tableware luxurious, Miss Toyokawa was just like any other young boy or girl, casually eating her food and scrolling through social media on her phone to pass the time.

She scrolled through short videos out of boredom, watching news about bands and gossip from the entertainment industry.

Because her friend Mutsumi Wakaba was accompanying her mother, Minami Mori, to an event, she paid special attention to Minami Mori's schedule.

Although Minami Mori has personal issues, her professionalism is undeniable. After becoming Akita's special tourism ambassador, she and her team diligently managed their social media accounts, posting numerous promotional photos for each trip.

Shoko Toyokawa wasn't interested in Minami Mori herself; she was more interested in seeing her friend.

However, she came across a photo and video of Wakaba Mutsumi and Mori Minami together at the airport. Seeing Mori Minami's fans cheering for Wakaba Mutsumi made her very happy, and she couldn't help but take another big bite of dessert.

Next up are photos of Mu picking strawberries; they're just as cute.

Just as Toyokawa Shoko reached the last image of the event and was about to leave the interface, her hand stopped.

Because she saw a picture posted in the comments section.

Her pupils dilated slightly, and then she clicked on the image in disbelief.

In the picture, a boy and a girl stand side by side under a cucumber vine, with blooming lilacs beside them.

The girl wore a dress and a canvas bag slung across her shoulder, looking both innocent and naive. The boy, on the other hand, was handsome and tall, exuding a sharp and assertive aura.

That's right, it was the village chief's wife who took the photo that time.

Although she only posted it in the fan club's chat group.

However, as everyone knows, there is a law on the internet: in any group with hundreds of members, someone will always forward the chat content, and then it will spread from one to ten, from ten to a hundred.

This time, the image also fell into the same trap. Someone shared it, and then someone else, on a whim, posted it in the comments section of the event promotional image.

And then, unsurprisingly, the picture quickly went viral in the comments.

Toyokawa Shoko's hand trembled slightly before she clicked on the sub-comment below this comment.

"Who is that guy? Why is he standing next to Mu?! This is a conspiracy!"

"Wow, what a great picture! It looks like they're filming a promotional video for some teen idol drama... Are they both actors? But this guy looks unfamiliar... Who is he?"

Some of the fans' comments caught the eye of Toyokawa Shoko.

Youth idol drama?

I almost threw up the juice I had just drunk.

She never expected that her best friend and her friend would secretly go to some event together and even take a photo together... leaving her behind.

Looking at the photos, they must be very happy.

As a longtime friend, she could tell at a glance that the smile on Mu's face was genuine.

The once delicious dessert now seems tasteless, almost like chewing wax.

"Young Miss, what's wrong?"

Seeing the young lady's strange reaction, the maid quickly came over and asked with concern.

Toyokawa Shoko didn't answer her; instead, she seemed to be thinking about something.

Then, she suddenly raised her head and gave orders to the maid.

"Arrange a flight for me to Akita. I need to go tomorrow."

"Eh? Akita?" The maid didn't understand what had happened, but looking at the young lady's expression, she knew that the situation was a bit unusual. "But... your schedule for tomorrow has already been arranged. The master has arranged a company briefing for you... someone will explain the current situation of the group to you. This is a very important matter."

The maid's advice brought a moment of silence to the restaurant.

Then, Miss Toyokawa looked up and glanced at the maid.

"Do you know what the first and most important lesson I learned was?"

Seeing the young lady's serious expression, the maid felt a little flustered, but could only lower her head slightly and say, "Please give your instructions."

“That is… the Toyokawa family’s affairs. I can make the decisions! They should adapt to me, not the other way around,” Toyokawa Shoko said calmly. “If the briefing is important, then wait until I return and have them prepare the materials to see me. It’s not that I have to see them on a certain day.”

Then, she turned her gaze to the maid. "Also, if I need your advice, I will ask you. If I don't ask, then you should just do as I say."

Although she didn't say what the consequences would be if she didn't do it, the maid certainly knew.

Sigh, Miss is getting harder and harder to please...

However, he's starting to resemble the head of the family more and more...

Thinking about this, the maid felt a mix of joy and worry.

"Yes, I understand. I will do as you instruct me immediately."

After the order was carried out, Toyokawa Shoko turned her attention back to her phone.

If I were to rush over there so rashly, it would seem as if I were deliberately going to bother them...

Oh right, let's bring Su Shi along! That would be the band's new activity, wouldn't it be great if everyone could get together and have some fun?

Yes, that's it.

49. Before leaving

While Toyokawa Shoko was eating her bland breakfast, Nagasaki Motoyo was also preparing a simple breakfast for herself at home.

Since her mother fled Tokyo, she has been living alone. At school, she had classmates and friends to keep her company, but when holidays came, she felt a little lost.

The house was empty except for her, and there were no messages from anyone else on her phone. It was as if she had been abandoned by the whole world.

But no matter how difficult it is, at least things haven't reached their worst point. As long as she can get through this period, she can regain everything she has lost.

Just as she was eating and watching TV, her phone started buzzing with the sound of a chat app.

She picked it up and saw that the person who sent her the message was none other than Toyokawa Shoko.

The message was very simple: "Su Shi, I'm planning to go to Akita for a trip. Would you like to come with me? If you would, I can take you on the plane."

Although she was used to Toyokawa's unpredictable behavior, Nagasaki Motoyo was still taken aback by this news.

She hadn't made any preparations for the long trip.

Just as she was hesitating, she suddenly thought of something else.

Is the place we're going to Akita? This name immediately brought to mind Nagasaki Motoyo.

Isn't that Chun's hometown?

Moreover, and more importantly, his mother was also under the protection of the Takasaki family and was now hiding in their stronghold, Akita.

If I could go to Akita, I might be able to meet my mother.

The thought immediately made Nagasaki Motoyo's heart flutter.

Since her parents divorced and she began living with her mother, she has spent almost every day with her mother and has never been separated from her for so long.

Even though she knows her mother is safe, she still can't help but worry about her all the time.

It would be wonderful if I could take this opportunity to visit my mother.

However, on the other hand, her mother was still under the control of the Takasaki family. Even if she wanted to see her mother, she would have to get the Takasaki family's permission. It was impossible for her to see her just because Miss Toyokawa said so.

Therefore, it is absolutely unacceptable to do it without prior notice and permission.

A carefree girl might not think so much, but Nagasaki Motoyo is always meticulous, and now that she needs someone's help, she really can't help but think it over.