Chapter 1428. Next Mission / Girls and Girls together.

A lot has happened, but well, it all worked out in the end

Shou-neechan escorts elder Matsumoto out of the room and then Kyouko-san speaks up in her usual tone. Still dressed up as Chemin Koda.

Everything was within our expectations so it wasnt a problem

Kyouko-sans disguised as an old woman with her tight body.

Uhm, did I go too far?

Mariko asks Kyouko-san nervously.

No, you did great, its thanks to you that the old man could relax. Well, it turned out right in the end

Kyouko-san smiled at Mariko.

It is as Kyouko-san said. I think that the presence of one senior woman gave us the advantage in negotiating with Matsumoto-san

I also speak out my thoughts.

The limousine with Kouzuki SS escorts black uniform bodyguards, Shou-neechan, and then Ruriko in her formal attire.

We prepared a lot to show our power to elder Matsumoto, but

Still, I dont think we couldve done it so well with just us high-school students, then Minaho-neesan and Shou-neechan, who are still in their twenties.

It was significant to have that one senior woman with the setting that shes an employee of the Kouzuki world cultural exchange center.

Right? You cant have too many either. Its effective to have one old expert-looking person in the mix

Kyouko-san laughs

So, its basically focusing on that single point of credibility?

Mariko asks.

Thats right

Kyouko-san drinks the cup of tea.

But, why did Matsumoto-sama change his mind so much after hearing Maki-sans performance? Was it Luna-sans power?

Did you do that, Luna-san?

Mariko turned, and Luna shook her head.

No, I just softened his heart a little so he could speak his mind

Luna didnt manipulate elder Matsumotos mind with her Miko power.

Still, I was surprised to see his att.i.tude change so much. Why did that happen?

Well, that old man still wanted to be on good terms, in some shape or form, with his granddaughter

Mariko asks. Kyouko-san replied.

At first, it was his pride as the grandfather that made him so stiff, wanting his granddaughters to yield, but, after that development, it was his heart that yielded first

Elder Matsumoto yielded?

The driving force of that old man was quite complex, he was a poor young man who came to Tokyo to work in a group job, struggled to get a pharmacist license, and opened his own, now, hes the hero of a success story, growing his respectable drugstore chain

Hmm.

The truth is, apart from his struggle and success story, hes quite the insecure man. He always feared the people around him would make fun of him as an upstart country b.u.mpkin

Thats his insecurity.

He was able to use that insecurity as a spark and develop his business, but you see

Thats why Matsumoto-sama was so fixated on them becoming a pharmacist and working in the same industry

Mariko asks

Elder Matsumoto wanted the sisters to quit music and become pharmacists to run his chain.

He cant help it, the old man had nothing to be proud of except for studying hard, becoming a pharmacist, and running a successful business

Kyouko-san flicks the rim of the teacup with her finger.

Especially those who had been successful in some way, are bound to that success, and will encourage others to do the same

Bound to success.

For example, those who had success because they studied abroad, will recommend others to study abroad. Those who became successful and won a prize in compet.i.tion will tell others to do the same. Those who graduated from the top universities would say that their key to success was that school. People tend to look at their own success in others

Kyouko-san looked at the Matsumoto sisters.

But, when he heard the sisters play, he was blown away. The old man had nothing to be proud of but his success in pharmacy. So if he hears that his granddaughters are studying music, then hell think that theyre my granddaughters, its nothing that significant, Thats how his insecurity works

He never imagined his granddaughters having musical talents because he did not.

However, after listening to it, and finding out that its a great performance, then, his world is turned upside down

Kyouko-san laughs.

If they can play this well, then that talent has to be cherished. Hes more than inclined to support his granddaughters

Thats why he was crying

Thats just another insecurity, seeing that his granddaughters werent upstart country b.u.mpkins like him, but instead, theyre likely to become something far bigger, special, and worthyHe thought that he had the duty to develop the talents of his granddaughters, who had a lot to be proud of

Those are problems within elder Matsumoto.

Of course, I dont deny his life. I think its great that he single-handedly developed a small drugstore into a huge chain. His effort and enthusiasm are worthy of respect, but

Kyouko-san looked at the Matsumoto sisters.

That old man stopped there. He cant go to the upper world and join the people there. That old man is stuck in his insecurities, wherever he is

The Matsumoto sisters listen to Kyouko-san.

So now, I want to ask you, girls. What do you want to do? Are you prepared to go higher? Or will you be stuck there, just like your grandfather?

Then.

Uhm, I want to ask first

Maki-san, the elder of the two, speaks up.

Hmm, what is it?

Kyouko-san responded with a smile.

How much of that is the truth?

Maki-san looks at Kyouko-san with a confused look.

Miki-san also gives a stiff look.

What? Do I have to start there?

Kyouko-san smiled wryly.

Oh right.

These sisters still dont believe us.

Theyre just amazed at everything that happened right in front of them.

Theyre not even sure if theyd believe that they got the scholars.h.i.+p.

Almost all of it is true, Im genuinely registered at Kouzuki world cultural exchange center

Kyouko-san looked at Ruriko.

And the scholars.h.i.+p program is a real thing. Although, the special recommendation program for the next generation talents that Miki-san is eligible for has just been established today

Ruriko replied with an elegant smile.

Established?

?!

The Matsumoto sisters are surprised.

Yes, Kouzuki world cultural exchange center, is a subordinate organization of the Kouzuki foundation for history and culture. Since Im the chairman of that, I can make some things more or less flexible.

Ruriko looked at me while saying that.

Just as Onii-sama received Kouzuki SS from Grandfather, Ruriko also received the Kouzuki foundation for History and Culture. Therefore, theres no need to worry. As stated earlier, the Kouzuki house will take responsibility for supporting the two of you as scholars

Ruriko a.s.serts.

Do you need me to prove that Im Kouzuki Ruriko herself?

Rurikos elegance and graceful behavior, and even the real jewelry she wears now show that shes a daughter of an upper cla.s.s.

If theyre still not convinced, we can show them the tv program broadcasting on National TV, showing the Kouzuki mansion and the heirlooms in which Ruriko served as the guide.

No, but, uhm

Matsumoto Maki-san;

Even if all of it is true, it feels like everythings too fast, after all, weve only discussed it just

Just past afternoon

Miki-san appended to her sister.

Right.

It was only this afternoon we met the Matsumoto sisters.

It was about six hours ago.

Only after meeting, we hear about the troubles of the sisters, that they might not be able to continue their music studies.

They performed in front of Minaho-neesan in the music room.

Then, even if she contacts the Kouzuki world cultural exchange center or someone else, they wont have enough time to research and screen the Matsumoto sisters in time.

I started my investigation as soon as you left the dormitory with Marika

Minaho-neesan told the sisters.

We had to know who you are, where youre born, where you live, your grades in music high school, your past performance in compet.i.tions, and such. We immediately learned that your father had pa.s.sed away and that you had financial troubles, less than half an hour after our investigation started. Then, I made an educated guess on what Marikas asking Kou when it comes to you

Marika was in danger that her tuition on attending the music high school might get suspended due to the secrets of her birth, she asked for help from us.

So, if the Matsumoto sisters are also in financial trouble after their fathers death, then theyll come to us for help with their school expenses too.

At that stage, I already discussed with Ruriko-san the possibility of making you scholars.h.i.+p students of the Kouzuki house. Of course, we also did our research on your grandfather, his company, and Igaras.h.i.+ Izumi-san. Everything about you, and your family

Minaho-neesan said.

Kouzuki SS is that kind of organization. I think you already know that by now

I explained.

The name Kouzuki SS is a security company widely known to the public through the TV specials where Rei-chan and Kyouko-san fight.

The research department can make such a detailed investigation in a such short amount of time. And then, Minaho-neesan is working in the information department of Kouzuki SS

She can use Kouzuki SS to research as much as she wants.

Besides, Kouzuki SS has already done its research on the major companies in j.a.pan.

So they surely have info on elder Matsumotos drugstore chain.

Besides, I was also watching your discussion with Kou in the cafeteria earlier this afternoon

Minaho-neesan told the sisters.

Margo was relaying the conversation there through her smartphone. Thats why I already had everything I need even before meeting you in the music room.

We cant explain that we have cameras and microphones all around the school to the Matsumoto sisters.

So Minaho-neesan used Margo-san and her smartphone as the leaker.

Then, after hearing you play in the music room, I decided to nominate your scholars.h.i.+p. Then, Ruriko-san.

I know that Minaho-oneesamas judgment wont be wrong so I immediately recommended you two under my name. n.o.body can overrule that decision. The two of you will have the support of the Kouzuki house. If you ask for it

Ruriko tells the Matsumoto sisters.

Right, but I think your grandfather could pay for your tuition even if you dont get the scholars.h.i.+p from the Kouzuki house. Maybe you can keep your music studies going

Kyouko-san said teasingly.

But in return, you wont get everything you couldve had by getting involved with the Kouzuki house. Thats basically it

With the support of the Kouzuki house, theyre guaranteed to learn music in the best environment and from the best teachers. It is said earlier when elder Matsumoto was present.

Well, in the end, its all up to you whether youll trust us or not

Whether the Matsumoto sisters would entrust their lives to us or not.

Dont take it, Matsumoto-san, theyre scary

Igaras.h.i.+ Izumi, who had been quiet so far, speaks to Matsumoto Maki-san.

Dont trust them, theyre scary people

Matsumoto Maki-san

But, but theyve been helping us so far

She tells Igaras.h.i.+ Izumi.

I dont know the reason why Grandfather changed his mind, whats more, unknown is if hell support us all the time

Maki-san is surprised by the change.

But for now, we have avoided stopping the music. Mikis violin wont be sold off either

Miki-san pats the violin case her late father left for her.

They already helped us a lot even before handing out the scholars.h.i.+ps. Thats why I want to return the favor for all the help they gave us

Then.

What should Miki and I give in return?

She asks Kyouko-san.

Kyouko-san;

No, dont ask me. Speak to the man there for that. Hes the boss of this whole thing

She points at me smiling.

The Matsumoto sisters look at me.

No look, even if you turn that to me I mean, this was Marikas request this time so I just thought that I had to do something about it

Marikas my woman.

When Marika asked me to help the Matsumoto sisters, then it was my duty to do something about it.

Me too

Minaho-neesan?

Kou might get angry if I say this but we have a lot of girls, and all of them are very important to us

Minaho-neesan said.

But, to me, Megumi and Marika are my top priority. Im willing to give Megumi and Marika whatever they want

Megu and Marika.

Theyre both daughters of prost.i.tutes of the Kuromori mansion.

To Minaho-neesan, who s.h.i.+rasaka Sousuke forced to become a prost.i.tute, abort her child, and whose body can never conceive a child again

She loves Megu and Marika like her own daughters.

Yes, so far, weve helped Matsumoto-san for Marikas sake. I think thats okay. And so, from here on, Matsumoto Maki-san and Miki-san should discuss once again whether or not you want the support of the Kouzuki house

I told the sisters.

Thats why, if you think that you should give something back for what weve done so far, you have to thank Marika, not us

Everyone in the room focused on Marika.

Marikas been holding Matsumoto Maki-sans hand all the time.

Takahata-san, what should we do?

Noticing once again, that their hands are still connected, Maki-san asks Marika.

Uhm, Ive been thinking

Marika begins to speak slowly.

Maybe girls loving girls is okay

Huh

Kukuku! I totally agree with that!

Kyouko-san, whos a lesbian, laughed happily.

ThenI also think that having s.e.x with Kou-kun is good