Chapter 657: Japan’s tradition is hara-kiri
The mornings in Kyoto always have a touch of ancient charm, with a faint scent of tea floating in the cool air.
"Turn right in 500 meters ahead and the destination will be on the left."
The female voice of the navigation system prompted mechanically.
Hanyu Kusunoki tapped the steering wheel with his slender fingers and glanced at the two women sitting in the back seat in the rearview mirror.
Eri Kisaki was sorting documents with her head down, her eyes behind her gold-rimmed glasses focused and sharp; Yukiko was lying by the window, looking at the scenery outside excitedly like a child.
Outside the car window, the traditional Japanese courtyard buildings gradually become clear.
The entrance to the venue was crowded with people, the hanging banners were swaying gently in the wind, the parking lot was full of cars, and people were pouring into the venue in an endless stream.
Today's Satsuki Cup competition is held at the "Achiha Hall" in Kyoto. Kyoto and Osaka are both in the Kansai region, and the two are not far apart. It only takes a few dozen minutes to drive there.
(Toudou and Kyoto are not the same place. The former is the current capital of Japan, and the latter is a thousand-year-old capital. Ooka Momiji is from Kansai, Kyoto, and Kazuha is from Kansai, Osaka, and Ran and Sonoko are from Kanto, Toudou.)
The car slowly drove into the parking lot. As soon as Hanyu Kusunoki stopped, Yukiko couldn't wait to jump out of the car and stretched. The sunlight shone on her perfectly curvaceous body, outlining charming lines.
She suddenly pointed to the distance: "Huh? Isn't that Xiaolan and the others?"
Following the direction she pointed, Hanyu Kusunoki saw Xiaolan, Sonoko, Kazuha and others standing at the entrance, with the crying Xiaoai and the elegant and dignified Ikenami Shizuka next to them.
Mrs. Yoshida and her three little ones were also at the door.
"It looks like everyone is here." Hibiki adjusted her suit and skirt and stood to the right of Hanyu Kusunoki, "Let's go over there."
Yukiko immediately walked to the other side: "Bad brother is mine!"
Hanyu Kusunoki was sandwiched between two beauties and smiled helplessly. Fortunately, Kisaki Eri and Yukiko knew their limits and did not show any abnormality in front of the younger generation.
However, he could feel that Xiao Ai's sharp gaze had locked onto him through the crowd.
The tsundere loli is wearing a dark grey dress today, with white lace stockings wrapped around her slender calves. She looks like a little loli, but her eyes are like a wife catching her cheating.
"Nan!" Xiaolan waved in surprise, but froze when she saw her mother, "Mom, Mom?!"
Yuanzi whistled at the side: "Wow, Nan is going to pick up Xiaolan's mother. No wonder she wanted to keep it a secret. It turns out she wanted to give Xiaolan a surprise~"
He Ye blinked curiously: "Who is that beautiful sister?"
"Fujimine Yukiko." Ai said coldly, "A childish older child."
The evaluation is very objective.
Xiaolan ran to Fei Yingli, surprised and happy: "Mom, didn't you say you couldn't come these days because of a commission? And Nan..."
She glanced at Hanyu Nan in a reproachful manner, her cheeks slightly red.
Hibiki Eri gently smoothed the broken hair on her daughter's forehead: "I didn't let Xiaonan tell you. I wanted to give you a surprise."
"It's really a surprise. I'm so happy that my mother can come."
Xiaolan's smile is as bright and beautiful as a flower blooming in spring.
Hanyu Kusunoki stepped forward at the right time and introduced himself to everyone.
"This is Xiaolan's mother, Eri Kisaki, the lawyer."
"This is Fujimine Yukiko, Aunt Eri's best friend. She also happened to be coming to Osaka to play, so she came here with Aunt Eri."
"This is Mrs. Yoshida, Ayumi's mother. She is here to take care of the children on behalf of Dr. Agasa."
"Akiba Reiko, a great musician. Aunt Eri must have heard her performance."
"This is Ikeba Shizuka, my kendo master."
Except for a few girls that everyone knew, Hanyu Kusunoki gave a brief introduction to everyone they met for the first time.
When introduced to "my kendo master".
Yukiko and Kisaki Eri's eyes fell on the beautiful woman who was about the same age as them, wearing a dark blue kimono and had a dignified temperament. Their hearts were slightly moved.
The first thing Yukiko thought of was her bad brother's bad intentions.
And Kisaki Eri frowned slightly, and it was unknown what she was thinking about. She inexplicably breathed a sigh of relief, and her expression became relaxed.
After the introductions, everyone naturally split into several groups.
Eri Kisaki, Shizuka Ikenami, and Yukiko, three beautiful women with their own charm, stood together. There are many topics for mature women to talk about, not to mention that they all have marriage experience.
At first, they talked about the beautiful scenery and delicious food in Kyoto, and then talked about fashion trends. They talked about everything.
But in the end, it always comes back to someone.
Xiaolan and Sonoko were cheering for their good sister Kazuha who was about to compete; Reiko Akiba was chatting with Akemi and Ayako; Mrs. Yoshida was reminding the three little ones not to run around.
After a circle, there was no one next to Hanyu Kusunoki.
Finally, Xiao Ai came up to him without him noticing, put her hands behind her back, and said in a voice that only the two of them could hear: "You big pervert, you're dead."
"I didn't do anything?" Hanyu Kusunoki looked innocent.
Xiao Ai stared at the man in front of her with a smile.
Among all the women present today, except for a few children, each one has a close relationship with Hanyu Kusunoki. Considering the temperament of her eldest young master, it is very intriguing that Lawyer Hime would appear here.
……
The game will start soon.
In addition to the staff and contestants at the venue today, a large number of police officers can be seen deployed everywhere. The bombings a few days ago have already shown that someone is targeting the upcoming Gaoyue Cup.
Last night, public opinion on the Internet also exploded.
People have been expressing their concerns and dissatisfaction on major social platforms, and the topic continues to gain popularity.
Since the morning, the Osaka Police Station has been in chaos. The office entrance has been surrounded by the media, and letters of accountability from all walks of life have been flying in like snowflakes.
Out of desperation, Hattori Heizo, the highest official of the Osaka Police Department, held an impromptu press conference.
Then came the classic three steps of bowing, apologizing, and getting off the seat.
He also assured that the Osaka Police Department would do its best to solve the case as soon as possible.
This move calmed the emotions of many people to a certain extent. However, a considerable number of people were already tired of it.
In their view, simply bowing and apologizing cannot really solve the problem.
An unknown netizen made a violent statement: "Bowing to apologize is not a Japanese tradition! The Japanese tradition is hara-kiri, I would like to ask the inspector Hattori to promote this tradition as soon as possible."
This comment was instantly highlighted by netizens.
Then it was reposted crazily by the media who were eager to watch the fun. For a while, people on the Internet even started discussing whether an apology should be a bow or suicide.
They are all traditions, we can’t just promote one!