Tokyo Agent: Starting with Picking Up a Problem Girl

Chapter 43 Brutal

"Ah, Nakajima Hiroshi isn't doing gigs anymore?"

"Yes."

Unexpectedly, the first person Tachibana Misaki took her to visit was Watanabe Yukino.

"How could this be..."

"However, if Yukino comes, I can still send him out to receive her."

"I'm sorry, Misaki-nee. I shouldn't have called you a cunning and unscrupulous boss before. You're so kind..."

"Yes, it hurts me to hear such words, Yukino."

And so, in front of Nakajima Hiroshi, the two women finalized his fate.

However, judging from how familiar Tachibana Misaki was with the place, it was clear that this wasn't her first time visiting Yukino.

The three didn't exchange pleasantries for long, but simply talked about Nakajima Hiroshi's work schedule.

Additionally, Misaki Tachibana suggested that if Yukino was willing, she might be able to work as an assistant to Hiro Nakajima, with the salary to be discussed later.

But it will definitely improve her life significantly.

"Are you friends?"

Back in the car, Nakajima Hiroshi finally couldn't help but ask.

Misaki Tachibana, sitting in the driver's seat, gave a rather subtle reply: "Every guest is our friend."

...He is indeed a cunning boss.

"This woman is quite capable."

Misaki Tachibana promoted, "She learns quickly and is reliable. Her ex-husband's business was made possible by her efforts. You'll definitely like her."

"Based on your requirements for an assistant, she should be perfectly capable."

"Besides, I also need to send someone to learn from you, Nakajima, you won't mind, will you?"

Saying this out in the open actually makes people feel more comfortable.

"I don't mind."

Nakajima Hiroshi smiled and said, "But whether she can handle the job depends on her actual performance. If..."

"If it's really not a good match, you can win her over, and I won't suspect anything."

"After all, I am the sole proprietor, and I have to bear all the losses by myself."

"Nakajima, don't you feel sorry for me and consider investing some money to put my mind at ease?"

"No."

Nakajima Hiroshi said seriously, "You know I'm very poor."

Judging from Misaki Tachibana's attitude towards Yukino Watanabe, their relationship is not simply that of clients.

However, Misaki Tachibana did not intend to tell him the details, but only chatted about some routine topics.

"Traditional host clubs are declining; the future may not be an era of single-business operations..."

"I'm surprised that you, Nakajima, are so young, yet you know so much about these things..."

"A very unique perspective: in a chaotic economy, businesses that rely on direct profits will eventually fail..."

The more Misaki Tachibana communicated with Hiro Nakajima, the more surprised she became.

Although this guy is poor, he has a good understanding of company structure and even has an awareness of industry trends, which is not the mindset of a young person.

However, Hiroshi Nakajima's attention was elsewhere.

From the very beginning, a car was following them.

It wasn't obvious at the beginning.

But after a while, the sound of the car starting and turning remained nearby, impossible to miss with perfect pitch.

This must be aimed at the two of them.

He hesitated for a moment and did not immediately make a fuss, because he could not be sure what the other party had done.

such as……

Misaki Tachibana's car just stopped once; did the other party take that opportunity to leave a listening device?

Don't think this is a device used by some sophisticated spy.

Those who frequently engage in stalking know that many shops in the Akihabara area sell small transmitters, and magnetic GPS devices with built-in microphones cost around 50,000 yen.

Moreover, an ordinary person can complete the installation in a few minutes, so they have plenty of time to see Yukino.

Even though you don't know who the other person is, it's clearly not a friendly gesture, so it's best to be careful.

So, it wasn't until the two got off the car and walked to the next shop that Nakajima Hiroshi lowered his voice and said.

"Misaki-nee, I'll take you home today."

"Oh dear, so you're already thinking of coming to my house?"

Nakajima Hiroshi wouldn't be foolish enough to take the ambiguous banter, a habitual tactic of Ginza's top star, seriously.

Moreover, the current situation is indeed quite serious.

"We were followed shortly after we left the store."

"Because I wasn't sure if your car was being tapped, I was in the car just now..."

"I see."

Upon hearing this, Tachibana Misaki decisively interrupted him, then pretended to be nonchalant and changed her plans, going to a convenience store to buy some snacks to go with her drinks.

"I'll visit the client another day. Please take me home first."

It seems this woman knows what she's doing.

However, Hiroshi Nakajima still offered a suggestion: "It would be best to have it checked."

"Um."

On the way back, Misaki Tachibana changed the subject quite naturally. The two continued to talk about their views on business before turning to everyday family matters.

"Seriously, Nakajima, did the owner of that sushi restaurant you recommended last time give you special treatment?"

There was even a hint of intimacy in his tone.

This woman is truly a born performer.

Nakajima Hiroshi immediately understood and appropriately took over the conversation.

"No, I think it must be because Misaki-nee is too charming, that even women have been captivated by you."

"If you were targeting me, you should have sabotaged my cooking."

Hiroshi Nakajima, your acting skills aren't bad either.

The collaboration went very smoothly.

Even if there were indeed listening devices in the car, the other party wouldn't think they had been discovered or suspected; they would just think they were talking casually.

Even so, their conversation had already revealed a lot of information.

Misaki Tachibana is going to invest in Hiroshi Nakajima.

She was bewitched by Nakajima Hiroshi.

No wonder Nakajima Hiro never goes on stage; it turns out he's here to hook up with a rich woman. He's putting all his attention on Misaki-nee!

This stupid woman! I built your store from scratch, and now you want to invest in a newbie?

Kato Inu's expression grew increasingly grim as he listened to the forwarded recording.

Misaki Tachibana didn't live in a mansion, but in a high-end apartment building with one unit per floor.

It's about 80 square meters, with only one bedroom, a somewhat empty walk-in closet, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

What remains is an integrated living room, kitchen, and dining room.

No guest rooms available; overnight stays not permitted.

However, the security is very good. Even though she, as a homeowner, brought Nakajima Hiroshi in, they still had to register at every level.

Seemingly noticing Nakajima Hiro's surprise, Tachibana Misaki offered a simple explanation.

"A big house is a liability that costs money, people, and energy; I can't afford to take care of it."

That is indeed a very practical idea.

"Besides, a single old woman like me can only rely on places like this to play the victim and gain sympathy."

This should only be taken as a self-deprecating joke.

Even at this age, Misaki Tachibana still retains her charm.

However, this time, Misaki Tachibana did not intend to test Hiro Nakajima's emotional intelligence. She consciously steered the conversation to the main topic and communicated with him.

"The day after tomorrow is my regular car wash day, and I will take the opportunity to arrange for inspection and other necessary measures."

"If there really was eavesdropping..."

"Nakajima, do you have any suspicions?"

Nakajima Hiroshi pondered for a long time.

His first suspect was Kato Inu.

There's no way around it; everyone starts from their own perspective. From Nakajima Hiroshi's point of view, this is the only person he has ever offended.

However, it's not good to make direct accusations without evidence, as that would only make Tachibana Misaki feel that she's being frivolous.

There is also the possibility that the other party is after Tachibana Misaki.

Therefore, he could only respond in a relatively conservative manner.

"There are many possibilities. Let's check if they're eavesdropping first."

"If there is one, and you want to investigate, perhaps you could consider not dismantling it, but instead sending out some false information to lure the other party out."

This is a very standard answer.

However, Misaki Tachibana shook her head.

"No."

"If someone really does something dishonest, I will deal with it even more harshly."