Still.
What’s with that stick?
How does one use it?
A cute and delicate looking woman carrying a thick and long striking weapon has attracted a lot of attention in the hotel.
Err, is that okay? Shouldn’t you put it in a case or wrap it with a cloth?
Kudou Haruka whispers to Kinoshita-san as she’s unable to bear the gazes of people.
If I do that, then I can’t use it right away when the enemy attacks
Kinoshita-san replies with a nonchalant face.
Besides, I’m the frontline, and so I have to stand out
What’s that?
Geez, she doesn’t even know that?
If someone’s holding out a weapon in the lobby of the hotel, that’ll show that they’re from Kozuzki SS
The Yakuza from Kansai who came to Tokyo are all isolated on the upper floors.
That is on paper.
However, it’s possible that the enemy or their friends come into this lobby, isn’t it?
Yesterday, the Yakuza chased after the Takakura sisters in Tokyo.
There’s also the Yakuza who comes to protect the two big bosses who came for the deal.
Also, the other Yakuza heavyweights who came to observe and their bodyguards as well.
Only those people are on the upper floor.
Naturally, they could send in another group, pose as ordinary people, and invade this hotel.
Frontline has to stand out and hunts the enemies who react. Is that it?
Margo-san smiles.
Yes, That’s right!
I see now why it’s not Shou-neechan nor Taki-san, but Kinoshita-san who came with us.
She stands out a lot.
But, from ordinary people, they can’t imagine such a cute girl in a fight.
Nobody will notice that her flail is a weapon,
Thanks for the hard work!
In front of the elevator is as expected, a professional security guard.
It’s a macho man in a black suit.
He’s got a radio on his ear.
Feel free
As expected of a pro. He doesn’t speak of anything unnecessary.
He probably received instructions from Shou-oneechan before we could reach here.
Thanks
Nei thanked the macho man.
We board the elevator.
Give me a second. The general customers can’t get to 10th to 16th floors
Seems like the elevator also has a fingerprint verification system.
She opens the cover under the button for the floor.
So, what floor are we going in?
Kinoshita-san asks while operating the touch panel that appeared.
Err.
If I recall, Jii-chan’s on the 16th floor. Shou-neechan, Rei-chan, Minaho-neesan, the Takakura sisters, and Michi are all there too.
Floor 10 and 15 are locked down due to considerations
This is to make sure that Jii-chan or the guests won’t be bothered.
And thus, they created an empty space one floor above and below.
Then, on the 11th floor, is the group of Kansai Unryu, led by Satake
The start of this case was the death of Tsukiko’s parents and the hijacking of Takakura shrine.
It’s said that they’re a rising power in Kansai Yakuza.
The 12th floor is where the bosses who will watch the deal and their guards are
Okay.
In the 13th floor is where the group of Oodori of Kansai Raijin is staying
This one is a veteran Yakuza. He’s also Tsukiko’s real father.
I see. By putting the observers in the middle, both parties won’t pick a fight with each other.
What’s in the 14th floor?
Edie asks.
The 14th floor is a banquet hall, it will be the venue for today’s ceremony
I see.
Then, let’s go to the 13th floor
Margo-san said.
We’ve met with Satake-san’s subordinates in the underground parking lot earlier, so let’s meet Oodori-san’s people this time
I see.
Besides, I’ve got a minor business with the Yakuza
Margo-san grins.
Understood. 13th floor it is!
Kinoshita-san pushed a button, and the elevator goes up smoothly.
Are you not scared?
Kudou Haruka asks me.
Huh, why?
I mean, it’s the Yakuza. There’s a lot of them. And it’s all Yakuza in that floor
I get what she means by that.
Yakuza isn’t that scary. I’m here with everyone too
I said.
Huh, what are you talking about? Are you an idiot? Do you want to die?
No, look, they’re not some Russian corps bringing machine guns, or the boss of a legendary crime group in Los Angeles, are they?
That’s what happened with Cesario Viola’s case.
By the way, we gave them a body check beforehand, not a single one of them has a pistol at least
Kinoshita-san said.
That’s where Jii-chan and the big guys from Yakuza would gather.
If one brings in their weapons and it would violate courtesy, and they can’t complain if they’re killed when found out.
At least what the hell?
I think it would be impossible for them to carry a pistol, but they could bring in weapons that could slip through body check
Kinoshita-san said composed.
Huh?
Then, Edie pulls out a shuriken from her skirt.
Do you want one?
no thanks!
Haruka rejects after seeing the bright, sharp point.
I see. You know, Michi has this too. I thought that since you’re Michi’s sister, I should give you one
Then, she hides it under her skirt.
Pipi! 13th floor!
The elevator announces.
Okay, concentrate everyone. Nei and Yoshinobu-kun, stay in the middle
What about me?
I don’t care, do what you want
Margo-san laughs at Haruka.
Then, the door opens.
Ugh
Kudou Haruka raised her voice unconsciously.
This is an elevator hall, yet the place is filled with Yakuza.
It’s filled with men in black clothes in their late 20s, and up to age 40 bad looking, old men.
Some lay on the floor carpet.
Sitting like they’re about to take a shit.
All of them look like they’re coming from one group.
Thanks for the hard work!
Kinoshita-san greets the guard from Kouzuki SS protecting the elevator.
The guards salute to Kinoshita-san as well.
Oh, I knew it, Kinoshita-san’s status is on the top elites.
There are four people in charge of this location. As expected, it’s another macho man, just like in the lobby.
Though the clothes look similar, the difference is clear to see that Kouzuki SS people wear good clothes and have a sense of cleanliness.
Well, that’s obvious.
They’re a security firm specializing in distinguished families, their behavior and elegance are required.
With the change of head from Yamaoka to Shou-neechan, the overall feel of it has improved.
Hey! What’s with this! The elevator’s not working!
One of the Yakuza yells out.
Hey! Keep that door open! I’m going down!
Aniki, I’m coming with you!
Me too!
Yah!
They’re coming to the elevator in great numbers, but,
The orders are not to let anyone go to another floor until the ceremony is over
The guards from Kouzuki SS blocks the Yakuza.
Don’t fuck with us! I just want to light some smokes
Are you saying that Aniki can’t smoke for a bit? Huh?
I just want to drink canned coffee!
I want to breathe the outside air!
Besides, why is it that the hotel rooms ban smoking!
What the hell!
Seriously!
Just what the hell is going on!
Yeah!
What the fuck!
Yeah!
What the hell!
The Yakuza in the elevator floor tries to push through the guards with an angry face.
Oh my, you guys look impatient
Margo-san laughs wryly.
It can’t be helped, those in here are the underling of underlings
I see. The higher ranked men are in the back rooms.
The lower-positioned Yakuza has no place to stay, and so they’re all here.
Hey now! At least bring us some alcohol. Why the hell are you not serving us!
Yeah! This is poor service!
Hotels are service business, aren’t they?
Look, you’re not even customers.