To Be a Power in the shadows part 2

chapter 114

Autumn is coming to an end, and the temperature of the night is getting colder.

While listening to the insect's chorus, I changed my clothes to a suit in my dormitory room. There were no suits in this world, but with the help of the Mitsugoshi Co., it has become extremely popular among nobles.

However, the suit I changed into is not a product of the Mitsugoshi Co., it was a present from Yukime, made by the White Fox Co, a rip-off suit—no, it's a homage.

A Black suit with a white shirt and thin black tie all together, also a pair of black straight tip dress shoes.

A one-piece all black style, even including my hair. Finished by putting on a mask that covers the upper half of the face.

It gives off the feeling of being an F.B.I agent.

The suit Yukime made is nice but in comparison to the slime bodysuit, which has the highest comfortability and functionality, it is quite lacking. I wonder what the girl's thoughts on Yukime's suit would be... wait, it might be better if the girls didn't find out about the suit.

I am a super elite agent who operates behind the scenes... hidden from the world.

While doing such things at home, I notice It's about time to head out for Yukime's date.

After extinguishing the lamp in the room, I jumped out of the window and advanced into the darkness.

Without leaving any trace.

Taking care to make sure there are no pursuers.

...

Dashing through the academy grounds to the middle of a forest in a matter of tens of minutes, the noise of a waterfall could be heard and an opened window was within sight.

There stood a mansion, built alongside the mountain stream near a waterfall.

The mansion is called 'Fallingwater,' and it fits in perfect harmony with the forest, both Fallingwater and the mountain stream.

It seems to have been designed by a famous architect and serves as Yukime's hideout.

...

Concealing my presence, I quietly entered a room through the window that leaks a warm light.

In the room was Yukime, sitting on a sofa in front of the fireplace.

Her silver hair shines under the light of the flames.

...

As she heard footsteps coming from behind, Yukime turned around and smiled.

"Your presence is thin as usual, Shadow-han."

"......Discard that name."

I quietly said, then sat down on the sofa facing Yukime with my legs crossed.

"That's right, it is John Smith now."

"Aa, that's my name."

I've changed my name and have been reborn as the super elite agent: John Smith. I am the first person to choose to be a fearless agent.

"It is truly heartening to have John-han to accompany me for a drink."

Yukime emphasizes her half-exposed chest, as she pours a glass of wine.

Yeah, yeah, how nice... dark organization's sexy lady.

I pretended to enjoy the aroma, then take a sip of the wine. By the way, I have no idea how good wine should smell or taste.

"All that matters is that I've made a profit."

"Ara~, don't you think a relationship based on interest and profit alone is a bit lonely?"

"I believe we are of equal standing in that regard."

"Well... how about... finding out?"

Yukime licks her lips seductively with a devilishly charming smile.

"It's a waste of time."

"What a shame... perhaps another time..."

Yukime fixes her clothes to hide her half-exposed chest and raises the glass to her mouth. Clear scarlet remains in her glass.

"The other day, there was a meeting held among the members of the Commerce Union. Well, this time's meeting was to decide on a specific policy in regards to dealing with the newly formed Mitsugoshi Co. and its rising fame. The details of this new policy would be confirmed later. It's already too late for the Mitsugoshi Co. as the tension between them and the Commerce Union has risen to the point of no return. It is likely that the Mitsugoshi Co. will be crushed, but to think it would happen this fast..."

"There is no need to worry about the Mitsugoshi Co, they are quite resourceful and stubborn."

"Ara... John-han's prediction is different. Well, considering the Mitsugoshi Co's tenacity, it may indeed turn out the way Shadow-han predicts it will. No matter, my plans will not change, Mitsugoshi Co and the alliance will both be crushed. Meanwhile, I'll prepare for the opportunity to stir up—."

...

"—-have to prepare... everything... myself?"

In the end, it seems the girls went all out in trying to conduct business as the Mitsugoshi Co., but the girls who have been in business for just a few years cannot win against longtime experienced pro's –the big commerce alliance. Relying on cheat knowledge alone from another world has its own limits.

That's why it's my turn now.

But still, since I have been to Mitsugoshi Co's hub, and it's managed by my friends, and they also took care of me occasionally...

Even though it's all because of my knowledge...

That's why I will use everything in my hands to succeed, it's the only means of protecting the Mitsugoshi Co. When it all ends those girls will join me under the umbrella of our new company 'J&Y Company' I guess...

Fufufufu~, so this is not a betrayal.

I am absolutely not doing this because I want to be like [The boss of a large organization in the shadows that controls the world of commerce]. Really, I am doing it for the sake of those girls, as I am their friend.

"John-han has to work on the business and other things as well. Just, take care to watch your back."

"take care to watch my back?"

Yukime stood up and walked over to a dimly lit corner of the room.

And then she turns her back to me and unties her kimono belt.

With a thump, and.

Her kimono falls onto the floor, showing a superb naked body illuminated under the light of the fireplace—or so it should be.

But, there was an...... ugly burn mark on her back.

"A man in commerce alliance inflicted this wound upon me. His name is Gettan -desu."

As Yukime's back is still facing me, I observed with a side glance, that her eyes bore deep resentment.

"I've sworn to take revenge on Gettan and make sure that he dies"

Pachi, Pachi... the sound of the burning wood crackling coming from the fireplace and Yukime's dark voice resounded.

Yet suddenly, she laughed.

"Fufufutsu ~, that is why John-han, will you move in the shadows for my sake? Please~."

Yukime then put back on the kimono that had fallen to the floor, and at her side, Natsu and Kana appeared to tie her kimono sash (belt).

After I drank the wine, I calmly stood up from my seat.