CHAPTER - 23

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Two months later .."...Takemichi, standing alone, anxiously awaits someone's arrival. A few minutes later, he spots the person he has been yearning for - an old man, seemingly of his grandpa's age, making his way toward him from the juvenile gate.

Old person - "Well, well, what do we have here, my secret boy?"

Takemichi - "Don't call me that. I've kept my promise. Now, can you please tell me what you know about him?"

Old person - "What's the rush? I'm just free today. Can't you let this old man rest a little?" he says with a calm demeanor, masking the hints of weariness in his eyes.

Takemichi - ..."

The old man decides to head to a coffee shop.

Old man - "So, you and your friend helped me with the assistance of a boy who is younger and smarter than you - Sano, my boy. Sometimes, I can't rely on you. Is there anything you're hiding from me? Do you really think I'll be convinced by your words?" he adds with a sly smile, a mix of amusement and suspicion dancing in his eyes.

Takemichi - "What do you think?" he says plainly, a touch of defiance underlying his words.

Old man - "It's funny, and yet frustrating. Your brother... his face. Whenever I see you, I remember his face. You're not like him! Never, ever forget our promise. You made me the king again!" he exclaims with wide eyes, a blend of nostalgia and pride evident in his voice.

Takemichi maintains a straight face, absorbing the old man's words.

A few minutes later, Takemichi and the old man decide to part ways, each heading down a different path.

In Tokyo's Arakawa...

...Person - "It's been two months, and Shibuya is still without a leader."

...Person - "What about them?"

...Person - "They've been gone for months, and the only ones left are the blond boy and his sister."

...Person - "Hahahaha! Let's start again from the beginning!" a sinister smirk creeps across their face.

...Person - "I will rip their bodies into shreds," they say menacingly, a cold determination in their tone.

In Setagaya City...

Himitsu, a student of Izumi High, jolts awake from a nightmare, his body covered in sweat.Himitsu is a slender and seemingly fragile boy with jet-black hair that falls untidily across his forehead and his brown eyes

Himitsu - "Wha... What was that?" he stammers in shock.

His mother, Akane, knocks on his door.

Akane - "Get up, Himitsu! You're going to be late for school."

Himitsu - "Ah, yes, Mom!"

Akane - "Himitsu, I know it's tough for you, but it will be okay," she thinks, her voice carrying a soothing reassurance.

Time skips...

Himitsu rushes towards his school.

Himitsu - "Why can't I get it out of my mind?" he wonders, a hint of frustration in his voice.

In class, Himitsu remains lost in thought, enduring his teacher's lecture.

In the evening, still consumed by his thoughts, Himitsu collides with a senior from his school.

Himitsu - "Ouch! Hey!"

Himitsu's jaw drops as he realizes the senior who bumped into him is accompanied by his class friends.

The senior leans in with a smirk.

Senior - "Hmm? Did you say anything?" their tone dripping with condescension and amusement.

Himitsu - fuck ! He .. he is the kaito tagaki ! ( Thought )

Kaito Takagi, the senior of "himitsu", boasts a tan complexion and a unique appearance with his hair split evenly between black and white. His face consistently exudes confidence and mischief, creating an air of unpredictability.

Himitsu - "Nothing... sir. Just great. First, that nightmare, and now the first-grade delinquent. Is he really going to throw a punch my way?" His words quiver, laced with a palpable sense of unease.

Kaito's voice cut through the air, a sly smirk playing on his face. "Well, hello, you little troublemaker," he sneered. "Looking for a fight, huh?" His eyes glinted with mischief as he added, "I don't mind showing you what real trouble looks like."

Himitsu stammered, "N-no, sir. I mean, I'm sorry, sir. It's just..." Before he could finish, Kaito abruptly cut him off by yanking him into the air by the collar.

Himitsu yelped, "Waah! Sir! I'm sorry, sir!"

Kaito sneered, "Well, I don't give a damn if it's your fault or not. I just love beating weak people like you." He raised his fist, ready to strike, but was abruptly halted by a sudden voice.

Sure, here's the conversion in English with proper grammar and emotions:

Just as Kaito was about to land a punch on Himitsu, a fellow member interrupts, revealing that their boss has summoned him .

Kaito becomes a bit uneasy now but doesn't show it to anyone. He swiftly throws down Himitsu and moves away with his crew.

Relieved, Himitsu gasps, "Thank God." The urgency to get home quickly overwhelms him, knowing his mom must be anxiously waiting for him.

Himitsu sighed, "I really miss you, Dad."

End of this chapter ..

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