Chapter 124 Former Mayor Minami Fights Back

Former Mayor Minami Fights Back

Kitchen Aono

“Thanks as always, Minami-san.”

“No, no, Eiji-kun is really amazing. I can’t believe he made his debut as a novelist at such a young age. I’m sure his father would’ve loved to see this… No, that person is definitely watching. He’s the one who was always there on a whim when it mattered. I’m sure that when the book comes out, he’ll be so happy that he’ll come over to buy it and brag about it to his friends in heaven.”

“Yes, I’m sure he will. And I’ll be one of the first to read it and brag about it when I visit his grave. I’m sure he’s a slow reader, hehe.”

“I will go with you then… Well, I’m here today to talk about Councilor Kondo. It’s time to get down to business.”

“Yes. What will happen?”

“The city has already discussed countermeasures. Apparently, the accounting irregularities involved the company he ran. That would be a complete violation of the law. If proven, the company will lose its qualification to bid on construction projects. If that happens, his company won’t survive. It would go bankrupt.”

“By the way, the councilor is …”

“By city ordinance, if a council member is arrested while in office, their privileges are immediately terminated. I’ve already laid the groundwork with the council members I know. At the next council meeting, he’ll be asked to resign. If he refuses, he’ll be expelled without question. If that happens, he won’t be able to b🬀lly this restaurant. He’ll lose his business and his position on the council.”

“Thank you very much. I really rely on you, Minami-san.”

“You don’t need to thank me. I consider both Eiji and his brother to be my grandchildren. I will do whatever it takes to protect my precious grandchildren. As long as my eyes are black, I won’t let anyone hurt this family.”

Eiji’s PoV

“Senpai, thank you for always walking me home.”

We have dinner together as usual, and I walk her home.

“No, it’s just something I like to do. Besides, I like to talk slowly on the way home.”

When I said this, Ichijo-san’s face turned bright red and immediately returned to her usual expression.

“Senpai, I always think, don’t you like me too much? You’re a bit overprotective sometimes.”

She realized that she had embarrassed herself after saying that. She blushed even more than before.

“Well, I won’t deny it. To be honest, there aren’t many people I enjoy being with that much.”

We have the same interests, and she has defended me and helped me even when it was to her detriment. How could I not care about someone like that?

I’ll tell her how I feel when I’m settled. Maybe that day will come soon.

Ai’s PoV

As usual, my senpai brought me home. We have dinner together and then he drops me off. I think we spend more intimate time together than normal lovers.

I would like to deepen our relationship if I could.

I know I embarrassed myself earlier, but I already know that we both like each other.

We are in love with each other, but we are afraid to take the next step. I want to stay in this comfortable relationship. I feel I’m getting weak on this point, I think it’s natural. This is my first love. I don’t know what to do.

But I would be happy if I could become his girlfriend. So I’ll settle everything.

I owe Senpai a debt of gratitude. He taught me the warmth of humanity that I had left behind.

“I want to be with him forever.”

I whispered my true feelings so that he wouldn’t hear.

Although I didn’t want him to hear, I found myself wishing that he could hear me.

I realize that I’m happy now.

We walked down the street as slowly as we could.

To spend as much time together as possible.