Chapter 312: Chapter 310: You Still Have Me
It’s time to give this guy a taste of a heart-wrenching fishing operation...
Shirakawa Sawahei thought to himself, picked up his phone, and went out to meet Little Arrogant.
Ever since they parted ways at the fireworks festival last time, Shirakawa Sawahei hadn’t had the chance to go out with Little Arrogant alone. During the seaside retreat that followed, there was hardly any news about her. It seems Miss Kaori’s swimsuit appearance will have to wait until next year to be seen.
After leaving the apartment, he walked all the way to the train station. The destination was the same codfish restaurant where he last had dinner with Hayakawa Kashi. The master chef, who claimed to dedicate his life to codfish, certainly lived up to his reputation. Even thinking about it now, Shirakawa Sawahei could almost taste the delightful flavors.
The train’s speed wasn’t too fast nor too slow, and when Shirakawa Sawahei arrived, he found Little Arrogant already waiting for him.
"You’re here."
The girl glanced at him and said softly, "Let’s go in first."
The two of them entered the restaurant, and the speechless master chef smiled and nodded upon seeing them, then went to prepare the dishes. Once Hayakawa Kashi sat down, she didn’t bother with small talk and got straight to the point.
"Someone is investigating your information."
"..."
Shirakawa Sawahei hesitated for a moment and said softly, "Do you know who it is?"
The girl opposite shook her head lightly, "It’s impossible to know the details, but it seems there is no malicious intent."
"Even you can’t find out?"
Evil Little Arrogant raised an eyebrow, "Shirakawa seems to think I’m some kind of strange character. I’m not Doraemon, you know."
"I think Shirakawa should think carefully if he’s done any bad things lately."
"Done any bad things?"
Shirakawa Sawahei had a strange expression and thought to himself, aside from planning to deal with your sisters and those two idiots, I haven’t offended anyone lately. Could it be that Asano Nazuki hired someone to cause trouble?
Hmm, on second thought, that seems unlikely. How could the little girl do anything without Hayakawa Kashi finding out?
"By the way, Hayakawa, how do you know someone is investigating me?"
"It’s simple." Little Arrogant replied as if it was a matter of course, "Because I previously investigated you, so if there’s any activity in your records, I naturally get intelligence on it."
"..."
"You really don’t hide anything... So, Hayakawa, why did you investigate me?"
"Getting outclassed by the same person so many times, I just had to know who you are."
"Ah, I almost forgot, Hayakawa is a super vindictive girl." Shirakawa Sawahei nodded, "So did you find anything out?"
"I found out about your childhood photos, and they were without clothes. Want to reminisce?"
"I’d rather not..."
Shirakawa Sawahei said wryly, "Let’s talk about that mysterious person instead."
"Not a person." Hayakawa Kashi corrected him seriously, "It’s a force."
"Black or white?"
"See for yourself first."
The girl said as she took out a file folder and handed it to Shirakawa Sawahei. He took the folder and read the documents carefully.
Hayakawa Kashi didn’t rush him, pouring a cup of tea for him and one for herself, sipping it slowly.
The master chef behind them busied himself, not pausing despite their silence.
After reading all the materials, Shirakawa Sawahei was silent for a while, then spoke, "This style of operation..."
"Seems like the Extreme Organization, right?"
Evil Little Arrogant chuckled, "But, the other party is not some small-time gang occupying a few blocks."
"If even the Hayakawa family can’t find detailed information, Shirakawa should be on high alert."
"No hostility, but also no goodwill..." Shirakawa Sawahei pondered for a moment, put the documents back in the folder, and asked, "Can I borrow these to take back?"
"You can."
"Thank you."
"You’re welcome." Hayakawa Kashi seemed to see through Shirakawa Sawahei’s thoughts, saying with interest, "Is Shirakawa planning to counter all changes with no changes?"
"What else can I do?" he retorted, "Right now, the enemy is hidden while I’m exposed... oh no, can’t even call them an enemy yet..."
"It’s not a force I can deal with by taking the initiative. Let’s just watch and see... Hayakawa’s warning is very helpful, thank you."
"Really not going to strike first?"
"How am I supposed to fight an Extreme Organization as a lone wolf?" Shirakawa Sawahei coldly joked, "Hayakawa, sometimes you say silly things."
"..."
"Who said you’re a lone wolf?" Miss Kaori had a proud and aloof look but said softly, "Don’t you have me here?"
Seemingly aware that her words were a bit ambiguous, Evil Little Arrogant raised her eyebrow and added, "I meant the Hayakawa family."
"Is the Hayakawa family going to help me take down that mysterious Extreme Organization?" Shirakawa Sawahei wore an odd look, wondering if Asano Fūsei really considered him a son-in-law. Are they making such a grand effort to protect him?
Is this what it’s like to be a middle-aged Long Aotian? A vengeful son-in-law! It’s terrifying!
Hmm, wait, isn’t Basano supposed to have a low status in the family? Wasn’t he looked down upon by the little girl before and even chased by his father-in-law with a samurai sword...
Could it be... Is it actually the mother-in-law wanting to protect me?
"Of course not." Miss Kaori shot him a look, seeming to think his question was beneath her.
"I meant if you really feel threatened, you can come to me."
Shirakawa Sawahei: "..."
Goodness, is this a direct leap into being a kept man by Hayakawa Kashi? Turns out, Asano Nazuki hadn’t been wrong in calling me that all this time?
"So, you can take the initiative with peace of mind." Hayakawa Kashi whispered, "At least with the current Hayakawa family, I can still protect you."
"A bit touching... Hayakawa, is this your indirect way of confessing to me?"
Shirakawa Sawahei, silent for a while, said with a smile.
"Just repaying the favor for last time when you saved me." Little Arrogant also coldly joked, "Sometimes you say silly things too, Shirakawa."
"I see, so if I want to survive in this dangerous world, it’s best to keep Hayakawa indebted to me, right?"
"That’s your thought, nothing to do with me."
"Well, I’ll just think of it that way..."
The codfish dishes were served, and they stopped talking to focus on enjoying the food. After finishing the meal, Shirakawa Sawahei felt a bit unsatisfied.
The fish was quite delicious, just the portion could have been a bit larger... if only there were more, and some soup to go with the rice.
Freeloading off Hayakawa Kashi, there’s only one word for it, satisfaction.
Of course, if Shirakawa Sawahei knew the market value of this meal with Little Arrogant, he probably wouldn’t say such irresponsible words...
In fact, the joy of freeloading could have been multiplied tenfold...