The first to move was the Yakuza, and our business with Takasaki-san was genuine, and so we’re not trying to provoke them.
Stop, Mami, it’s our loss. For now
Takasaki tells Morisawa Mami.
I understand your case in the entertainment industry. Allow me to say that promoting you in Japan will not be a problem
Yes, thank you. I’ll guarantee that Takasaki-san will receive profit as well
Margo-san replies.
Kuh, it’s shocking to have a lass like you led me around by the nose but, I think that it turned out well as I can get along with the American promoters
Yes, I know. We will help you establish a friendship with Don Orsini. There’s nothing lost on our side. Then that’s a deal?
Hmm, that’s a deal
Takasaki speaks in a loathsome tone.
Either way, it’s our side’s fault this time. This is the result of underestimating women and children
Well that’s inevitable, after all, we’re cute
Nei jokes around.
What about that lady? What’s her job? Round girl?
Takasaki asks Margo-san as he looks at Nei’s beauty.
Oh, Nei’s my manager
Manager?
You said it earlier, I lack in a selling point as someone who just entered the pro martial arts scene. Especially if we enter the American soil
Therefore, I’ll be her manager! I’ll be with her in the ringside, and anywhere she goes!
I think that Nei and I will create enough impression
I see.
If Nei’s in the ringside as Margo-san fights,
The two do have good teamwork after all,
You’ve thought about it a lot
That’s obvious. We’re serious, and so we will go all out. We’ll win in front of the audience, whether it’s a woman or a man
Nei smiles.
Hmm, I think that kind of development would be famous to them. Though there are feminists, it’s a male-dominated land. Especially in martial arts, they prefer men
Can you really say that to me, someone born in the US?
Margo-san’s eyes glitter.
I get that. That’s why I’m doing it
That’s right, this is our dream!
Takasaki felt something from their smiles.
I see. It’s not about money. Your goal is a dream
If we want money, then we can just continue our work on this side
You’re right, after all, you’re Kyouko Messer’s disciple. Is there a reason why someone from this side wants to go to the other side?
It’s not just us. For example, Edie right here has her origins go back to New Orleans, although I can’t explain that in detail. If that continues, her daily life would be limited
Edie’s origin is from an assassination cult in New Orleans.
The new leader of the cult hates Edie due to her blood relatives, and so she’s sold to Miss Cordelia.
That’s why we have to change her personal history
And so you picked martial arts
Yeah, if she’s famous in the martial arts world, then her former organization has to give up on her. Besides, there won’t be any more organizations from this side scouting her
If she becomes a famous martial artist, then she can’t work behind the scenes as everyone can tell who she is.
But won’t you be the same? I believe that your agility is much suited for this side’s work than martial arts
Takasaki said.
But, she and I will have to cross a dangerous bridge soon enough. We have our family. Precious little sisters and brother. We don’t want to accept jobs on this side that would put our family at risk
Margo-san.
Me too
Edie said and smiled.
Therefore, it has to be the other side. This isn’t just a dream. This is a minimum requirement for us
For our sake.
Why would you go that far?
Didn’t I say it earlier? I want to have a good relationship with Takasaki-san. I’d like to become famous in America first but, I’ll need to have a match in Japan sooner or later
Margo-san smiles.
You know it. No, forgive us for what we’ve done. I hope we can still wipe the slate clean. Also, there’s something I want to tell you
Takasaki stares into Margo-san’s eyes.
Does Kouzuki intend to take down Oyaji?
Oyaji, the Yakuza’s term for the boss.
In Takasaki’s case, it’s Oodori.
I don’t know. I’m not under Kouzuki house’s umbrella. I’m from Kuromori house, a friend of Kouzuki house. I can’t tell what the head of Kouzuki thinks
Margo-san replies.
But, you are serious about requesting a job for me to promote you in Japan. If Kouzuki takes down our boss today, that won’t happen. You have come to talk to me aware that we’re in that critical moment. Won’t that make me think that Kouzuki won’t crush down our boss, am I right?
Takasaki asks Margo-san.
You’re overthinking it Takasaki-san
Margo-san laughs.
I have met Kouzuki-san several times, but he’s not someone who prefers genocide. What’s the point in killing everyone? That man is born from an honorable origin, but he’s still a merchant. He values profit than honor. I mean, he won’t do anything that wouldn’t make a profit. Isn’t that right, Yoshinobu-kun?
Margo-san turns to me.
Yes, I think so too
I replied.
Indeed, your judgment is erred. To begin with, picking a fight with Kouzuki house and sending in your fighters from Kansai to Tokyo failed. Then, Kouzuki SS’ chief, Yazawa, and his team raided your headquarters in Kansai The Kansai Yakuza misread Jii-chan’s strength.
Even so, you guys want to have a 50-50. Actually no. You want to get the better deal with Kouzuki house. I think that’s asking for too much
Yeah, isn’t that why you came here? To attack us?
Takasaki replies, bitterly.
WHat are you talking about? What can a group of girls and a single boy do? Do we look like a group that would raid you guys?
Margo-san looks at us.
Nei, Edie, Kinoshita-san, me.
The high school group wears a school uniform. Kinoshita-san looks cute.
But you took down more than 50 of them! Didn’t you just beat up even the elites!
Morisawa Mami replies in anger and glares at Margo-san.
Look, do you still not get it, Auntie?
Nei looks amazed, then she turned to Kinoshita-san.
Kinoshita-san, how long have you been in Kouzuki SS?
Kinoshita-san counts her fingers.
Err, it’s about four months
That means you’re a new hire, right?
That’s right!
By the way, are you in the stronger group, Kinoshita-san?
Kinoshita-san shakes her head.
Not at all, We’ve got more people stronger than me. I’m not even worthy of being called strong
Not worthy, she said
Nei tells Morisawa Mami while laughing.
Seriously, jokes aside, Margo-oneechan wants to talk about martial arts with Takasaki-san, and so we had Kinoshita-san who’s a newcomer take us here. This floor is under Kouzuki SS’ control, and so we can’t just come in without someone from the same company, don’t you think? Then, your boys picked a fight with this girl who says that she’s not even strong enough Morisawa Mami starts to tremble.
Think about it. Kouzuki SS is a private army made from Kouzuki-ojiichan’s money and connections. This newcomer is this strong. If he wants to take you all down, then he won’t even bother doing this deal! He has enough manpower to destroy the Yakuza in Kansai Furthermore, Kouzuki house has a lot of connections. No matter how unlawful their methods can get, Kouzuki house won’t be convicted for it
Nei and Margo talk alternately.
These two are always perfect when it comes to intimidation tactics.
Then, is that it? Kouzuki has no intention of taking down our boss?
Takasaki says.
Huh? Why would you think that way?
Nei knits her eyebrows.
No, look, if he has that much power, then he could’ve crushed us down right away. Besides, weren’t you the ones who said that Kouzuki doesn’t prefer genocide?
Takasaki looks at Margo-san.
Yes, Kouzuki-san doesn’t like genocide
Then that’s it!