The Invisible Mogul novel Chapter 2102

After hearing Gerald’s reply, Takuya was momentarily at a loss for words. After all, he hadn’t considered the fact that Gerald was the real target here. As he pondered about it, Takuya couldn’t help but mutter, “They came for you, you said…”

“It’s only a guess, to be quite honest,” replied Gerald as he shook his head. After all, since he rarely ever came to Japan, he had almost no disputes with the forces and families here. He was only assuming that the duo were after him since he was their first target upon making themselves known.

“…Well, even if they were after your head, there’s no need to worry any longer since those two scoundrels are already locked up. Rest assured, I’ll definitely obtain more information from them by dawn! Also, in case you’re worried about affecting my family since you’re being targeted, don’t be. The Futabas owe you and we’ll always be by your side! While it’s true that my family isn’t as great as it used to be, know that nobody can freely take advantage of people I swear to protect!” declared Takuya as he clenched his fists.

Hearing that, Gerald couldn’t help but smile as he cupped his hands together—to pay Takuya respect—before saying, “I really appreciate that, patriarch… As for the interrogation tonight, I’ll be thanking you in advance!”

It was around then that Gerald realized that after helping the Futabas so much, he had completely earned that family’s trust. With that in mind, he felt that once the special forces competition began—or possibly when it ended, depending on how things went—it was high time he asked about Yearning Island. Hopefully, Takuya would no longer see any reason to hide anything from him…

Whatever the case was, after finishing his cup of tea, Takuya got to his feet before saying, “Alright, then… You and Fujiko should go get some rest first. I’ll be heading over to pay our two ‘guests’ a visit…”

With that, Takuya left the room, leaving Gerald—who promptly put his cigarette out—and Fujiko inside…

Though Gerald stayed there—for the following half-hour—to enjoy his tea, Fujiko, on the other hand, remained in the room to stare admiringly at Gerald, her hands cupping her cheeks the entire time…

Due to her ever-growing feelings for Gerald, Fujiko couldn’t help but say, “…I could sense how strong those two were… To think you’d be able to take them out so easily…”