Chapter 5991

At this moment, the Japanese people have embraced the notion of performance art. Following Tawanna's show, the city buzzes with excitement, lingering in the glow of her performance. Even late into the night, vehicles can still be heard driving through the streets, blasting Tawanna's songs while enthusiastic fans cheer loudly. Amid this lively atmosphere, the Metropolitan Police Department, the Mitsui family, the Yakuza organization, the Inagawa Association, and the Sumiyoshi Association are all focused on one grim task: handling bodies. A significant number of corpses were methodically cleared away and transported to various locations for proper handling, with the scene undergoing thorough cleaning and disinfection repeatedly. Mitsui Shinmei returned home, still in a state of shock. She found herself frequently recalling Charlie’s figure and the details of how he turned the tide earlier that day. As her thoughts ran wild, she couldn't help feeling somewhat captivated. She decided to call Nanako Ito to share everything that had transpired that night. Upon hearing her tale, Nanako Ito was unfazed. She responded to Mitsui Shinmei, “Charlie is someone you can always trust and rely on. He saved me just as he saved you today. That experience is unforgettable.” Shinmei then asked her best friend, “Nanako, do you have feelings for him?” “Absolutely,” replied Nanako Ito without hesitation. “Not only do I love him, but I would also willingly give my life for him at any moment.” Shinmei exclaimed in surprise, “Isn’t that a bit dramatic?” Nanako Ito smiled and replied, “Not at all. When you deeply love someone, you view them as being above yourself in every way.” Mitsui Shinmei sighed, “I truly envy you, Nanako.” Nanako Ito responded, “Why envy me? When you fall in love in the future, you will experience the same feelings.” With a playful tone, Nanako Ito teased, “If you fall for Charlie, you will truly understand how I feel.” “Ah, well…” Mitsui Shinmei stammered, “I... I didn’t mean it like that... I just... I just think Mr. Wade is a remarkable man, unlike anyone I’ve ever met.” Nanako Ito agreed, saying, “He’s definitely different from others.” Mitsui Shinmei added, “Yes, my father felt a bit embarrassed in front of him today. As the only daughter of the Mitsui family, I shouldn’t have assessed him like that in public, but I have to confess, even though my father is the head of the Mitsui family, he falls short in many ways compared to Mr. Wade.” Mitsui Yoshitaka’s actions had successfully diminished his daughter’s view of him as a figure on a pedestal. Before this day, he had been the head of the Mitsui family, easily achieving various goals during prosperous times, but a man’s true strength is revealed in moments of adversity. Turning the tide and surviving against the odds are qualities that Mitsui Yoshitaka lacks. These are also the reasons why Charlie captivates Shinmei. Nanako Ito remarked, “Odosan had some disagreements with Mr. Wade in the past. He didn’t benefit from him, and he lost billions as a result. At that time, I felt just like you. People like that are born into wealth and haven’t faced real dangers, but Mr. Wade is different. He fought his way out of dire situations step by step. If you spend more time with him, you’ll realize he possesses many advantages that we can’t even comprehend.” Mitsui Shinmei couldn’t help but ask, “Are you aware that Mr. Wade is married?” “I am,” Nanako Ito smiled and replied. “Didn’t he come to Japan for Tawanna’s concert to be with his wife?” Shinmei queried, “Knowing he has a wife, how can you still love him so much? Doesn’t that bring you pain?”

“Not really,” Nanako Ito said with a smile. “Mr. Wade’s future might not involve any woman at all. I’m content just to have a brief presence in his life.” Hearing this, Shinmei felt a longing in her heart and confessed, “I truly wish I had more opportunities to be around Mr. Wade.” “Visit China,” Nanako Ito suggested playfully. “Didn’t you mention that Charlie will be hosting many of Tawanna’s concerts? Since you’re on good terms with her, why not accompany her to China? We could meet then.” “Is that really possible?” Mitsui Shinmei wondered aloud. “I’m worried that Odosan might not agree.” Immediately, she added, “But I can ask him and see what he says!” Late at night, Mitsui Yoshitaka hurried back to his manor after visiting Oshino Hakkai. He went there to comfort his father without mentioning the incident involving his brother. Currently, the bodies of the samurai have been taken care of, and the others have been handled by their respective parties. The challenging issue has finally been resolved. He arrived back at the manor by helicopter, feeling exhausted and longing for a full day and night of deep sleep to recover from his weary body and frayed nerves. However, he was not prepared for Mitsui Shinmei to approach him as soon as he disembarked, saying respectfully, “Odo-san, you’re back.” Mitsui Yoshitaka nodded tiredly and asked, “Shinmei, why haven’t you rested yet? You must be quite worn out after everything that happened today.” “Yes, Odo-san,” Mitsui Shinmei admitted. “I am truly tired, but there’s something I want to discuss with you in person.” Curiously, Mitsui Yoshitaka inquired, “What is it? Let’s go to the study.” “Of course.” The father and daughter moved to the nearby study. Once the traditional sliding door was shut, Mitsui Yoshitaka prompted, “Shinmei, what do you wish to ask me?” Mitsui Shinmei responded earnestly, “Odo-san, I want to go to China with Tawanna’s team to meet Nanako and learn more about Mr. Wade.” “Charlie…” Yoshitaka murmured. “The term ‘dragon and phoenix among men’ used by the Chinese people must refer to someone like him. I, too, wish to understand his background. If he can be brought into the Mitsui family, we would certainly feel more secure in the future!” Mitsui Shinmei shyly interjected, “Odo-san, Mr. Wade is already married.” Mitsui Yoshitaka shook his head dismissively, saying, “That doesn’t matter at all. What’s important is how valuable he is. For someone with great value, everything else can be accepted.” Continuing, Mitsui Yoshitaka added, “It’s early to delve into this right now, but it’s crucial for you to learn more about him. If Tawanna is set to hold 20 concerts in her debut performance, you may need to stay in China for at least three months or even longer. If you go with me, you will have numerous opportunities to gain insights into Charlie’s situation. I believe it’s beneficial for you to go.” “That’s wonderful!” Mitsui Shinmei exclaimed with joy. “Thank you, Odo-san!” Mitsui Yoshitaka responded, “Upon further reflection, Charlie has indeed helped us immensely. My previous performance in the Dome and my behavior in front of him seemed somewhat trivial. It’s just right for you to delve into his background, and I, too, want to see if I can demonstrate my sincerity to him again. If his background is as impressive as his abilities, I can acquire all the shares of Universal and hand him the company along with Tawanna’s contract.”