Chapter 1067: My Name is Rena Mizunashi
"Very good..." Kuraki Mai said, one hand on her hip and the other pointing into the banquet hall. "Let's go, everyone!"
In a moment, the surrounding Young People quieted down, turning their heads to lock onto the goal closest to them.
"Huh?" Suzuki Sonoko, sitting by the drum kit, looked around doubtfully, faintly sensing a crisis. "Wha-what's going on?"
Chi Feichi, sitting at the table furthest inside, took out a sign and placed it on the table.
[No Teasing This Advisor]
After this major expansion of the THK Company, the other three shareholders also took on Advisor positions, just idling their time away.
Morizono Kikuto also quickly took out a sign, placing it on the nearby table with the liquor.
[This Advisor Temporarily Prohibits Teasing]
Thankfully, he had seen that guy Fei Chi's subtle move and prepared accordingly.
A sigh of regret rippled through the surrounding crowd, and then their gazes locked onto Odagiri Toshiya and Suzuki Sonoko.
Suzuki Sonoko: "..."
Odagiri Toshiya: "..."
Chi Feichi had clearly stated [Prohibited], so the others didn't joke around with him, which allowed Morizono Kikuto to escape as well.
The group of people participating in the 'Capture Plan' began to chase Odagiri Toshiya and Suzuki Sonoko. Of course, they didn't actually take action or restrain them; they just yelled with great momentum.
After those two surrendered, they started chasing the Company's executives and the executives from Nichimuri TV Station, hounding them until both groups of executives chose to band together in resistance.
Chi Feichi sipped his liquor, glancing at Rena Mizunashi (Kir) who had been pulled into the Husky Team. He didn't observe for long before turning his head to speak in a low voice with Reiko Akiba who had walked over.
He had accurately calculated that Rena Mizunashi (Kir) would come. Or rather, setting the banquet for today was originally intended to have Rena Mizunashi (Kir) come over and make contact with the identity of 'Chi Feichi'.
The day before yesterday, Nichimuri TV Station adjusted the program hosted by Rena Mizunashi (Kir). This morning was her last time hosting Good Morning Seven O'Clock with Yoko Okino. Yoko Okino, thinking about their impending separation and discovering that THK Company had also invited people from the TV Station, would definitely call Rena Mizunashi (Kir) over tonight. On Rena Mizunashi (Kir)'s side, there were no Organization activities scheduled, and with people from the TV Station attending, the possibility of her coming along was quite high.
Although he had considered avoiding meeting Rena Mizunashi (Kir) as 'Chi Feichi' to prevent her from sensing anything about him, Rena Mizunashi (Kir) was a host for Nichimuri TV Station, so it was impossible to avoid her.
Moreover, he wasn't sure if Akai Shuichi suspected 'Chi Feichi is a member of the Organization', but Akai Shuichi was definitely paying attention to him. Once Rena Mizunashi (Kir) met up with Akai Shuichi, if those two confirmed and communicated certain things, they might deepen their suspicion of him based on some kind of feeling.
In that case, it was better to take action first, get acquainted with Rena Mizunashi (Kir) in a certain setting, and guide her impression of him in the direction he wanted, one step ahead of them.
For example, a chaotic and cheerful situation like this could lower Rena Mizunashi (Kir)'s vigilance. Influenced by the atmosphere, he would also be seen through a filter.
Although people undercover in the Organization are often multifaceted, there is a big difference between a first impression with a filter and one without. And that initial impression often influences one's judgment of a person.
In the future, when Rena Mizunashi (Kir) thought of him, she would remember tonight's joyful scene and subconsciously associate him with a 'company with a fun and lively atmosphere', making it difficult for her to connect him with the Organization.
For another example, even if his attitude was cold, Rena Mizunashi (Kir) would have an acquaintance by her side who could interact with him harmoniously and casually. That would also lead Rena Mizunashi (Kir) to judge that he was simply introverted and disliked strangers, but had no bad intentions.
...
The banquet, originally scheduled for two hours, had only been going on for an hour when more than seventy percent of the people were already exhausted like dogs. One by one, they began to find spots by the window to sit and chat.
Reiko Akiba didn't stay long. After leisurely watching the farce, she left.
Suzuki Sonoko and Odagiri Toshiya came over to Chi Feichi's table and collapsed into their seats, drinking juice.
"So tiring," Odagiri Toshiya sighed with emotion. "Being too popular isn't necessarily a good thing."
Morizono Kikuto stepped forward, about to offer some comfort, but after hearing that sentence, he completely lost the thought of consoling him and sat down to the side.
"This is the most interesting banquet I've ever attended," Suzuki Sonoko said, leaning back in the sofa chair and looking up at the ceiling with a satisfied expression. "It's so much more fun than those lifeless banquets, and no one nags me about my appearance. I was right to have them bring the drum kit over!"
Not far away, Kuraki Mai saw people going up to greet them one after another and turned to Yoko Okino. "Yoko, I'm planning to say hi to the President and the others, then I'll be heading back."
Yoko Okino sat up straight. "You're not staying a little longer?"
Rena Mizunashi (Kir) had been pulled along for a run. Her stamina held up, but she pretended to be very tired. Having just mindlessly joined in the rowdiness, she felt much more relaxed. Most of her accumulated pressure had been released, and her eyes sparkled as she looked at Kuraki Mai.
"I have to prepare for my new song tomorrow," Kuraki Mai said with a smile. "I've been studying for a while, so I haven't released a new song in a long time. Plus, Suzuri is in the spotlight right now. If I don't release a new song soon, people will think I've fallen out of favor."
"Then," Yoko Okino turned to look behind her, "your new song is still..."
"Yes," Kuraki Mai smiled and also greeted Rena Mizunashi (Kir). "I'll go over now. Miss Mizunashi, I hope you have a wonderful time. See you another day!"
"See you another day," Rena Mizunashi (Kir) replied with a smile.
Yoko Okino watched Kuraki Mai go over, then looked at Rena Mizunashi (Kir) and smiled. "Let's go say hello in a bit too."
Rena Mizunashi (Kir) hesitated, pointing to herself. "We're going together? I should probably go say hello in a little while, but you're an artist with THK Company now, and I'm a host for Nichimuri TV Station. Wouldn't it be better for me to go with the people from the TV Station?"
Yoko Okino looked around. "But everyone from the TV Station has already left."
Rena Mizunashi (Kir) looked left and right and found that the people from Nichimuri TV Station had indeed all slipped away. She was momentarily speechless.
Did the people from the TV Station really just come to freeload a dinner?
The style of this banquet was indeed not normal.
But this casual, free, friendly, humorous, and energetic atmosphere had given even her a good impression of the THK Company.
"So?" Yoko Okino said with a triumphant smile.
"Alright, I'll go with you," Rena Mizunashi (Kir) agreed, turning to look at the group of people sitting over there.
Odagiri Toshiya, the President, was a celebrity with more fans than many entertainers. His face was not unfamiliar.
Morizono Kikuto made occasional public appearances and would even visit the set when the company's artists were on a Nichimuri TV Station program. He was a handsome guy she would run into from time to time, and he had even smiled and greeted her once. It was hard for her not to know him.
The remaining two people didn't show their faces much. The girl must be the daughter of the Suzuki Financial Group's Chairman. The THK Company didn't have many shareholders, and the only female was easy to identify.
Then, the remaining young man must be Chi Feichi, the only son of the Shinchi Group's Chairman.
The characteristic purple eyes had long been rumored, and now that she saw them, they were indeed very obvious.
Compared to the other three who were either leaning or slumping, he sat much more upright on the sofa, but he wasn't stiff either; he had a great deal of composure. He was talking to Kuraki Mai with his head turned, his profile calm. Judging by the fact that he hadn't joined in the shenanigans with everyone else, he seemed to be a quiet and introverted person. She was too far away to see clearly.
Rena Mizunashi (Kir) observed for a moment. Due to the memorable black hair and deep purple eyes, plus the difference in facial features, she didn't associate him at all with the cold, blond-haired, blue-eyed 'Raki'. "Except for President Odagiri and Mr. Morizono, this is the first time I'm meeting the other two..."
"Don't worry, Miss Suzuki is a very lively girl. As for Mr. Chi, I heard his father is a very serious person, and he's Mr. Mouri's disciple. Mr. Mouri seems to be very earnest and strict with his disciple, so he's not quite used to getting close to people. But he just looks hard to approach; he's not a difficult person to get along with..." Yoko Okino saw Kuraki Mai nod towards them and leave, then smiled at Rena Mizunashi (Kir). "Let's go say hello!"
Rena Mizunashi (Kir) stood up. "Mr. Mouri, you mean the Famous Detective Mao Li Xiaowulang?"
Yoko Okino nodded. "Yes. I'll introduce you two some other day. Mr. Mouri doesn't have the airs of a famous detective at all. Except for being too serious with his disciple, he's actually quite interesting in front of others."
"Is that so..." Rena Mizunashi (Kir) smiled.
There was no need for an introduction. Unless it was a situation where she absolutely had to make contact, she really didn't want to have any relationship with detectives or the police. It would be very troublesome if she attracted the Organization's suspicion.
Seeing Yoko Okino approach, Odagiri Toshiya raised his hand and waved from a distance. "Yoko!"
Morizono Kikuto showed a gentle smile. "Miss Mizunashi, you're here too."
Suzuki Sonoko, leaning against the sofa drinking juice, looked at Rena Mizunashi (Kir) and thought for a moment. "By the way, I remember now, you're the host who does the Good Morning Seven O'Clock live broadcast with Miss Yoko..."
"My name is Rena Mizunashi," Rena Mizunashi (Kir) said with a smile as she greeted them. "It's a pleasure to meet you."
"Hello," Suzuki Sonoko greeted her back. "I'm Suzuki Sonoko."
"If you're not in a hurry to leave, please sit for a while," Morizono Kikuto said enthusiastically, moving aside to make room on the sofa and shifting next to Chi Feichi.
Yoko Okino pulled Rena Mizunashi (Kir) to sit down. Having been a star in the industry for so many years, she had heard plenty of things. Meeting Chi Feichi again, she didn't feel any awkwardness. Understanding that Chi Feichi had no intention of developing a romance, she could also put away her feelings and get along with him as if nothing had ever happened between the two of them.
However, when she faced Chi Feichi at the 3K Restaurant in the past, she was always subconsciously nervous and restrained. It was much better now.
Odagiri Toshiya sat up straight, rested his arms on the table, and leaned forward, not looking like a president at all. He smiled and said, "Yoko, we were just about to talk about you. We agreed before to turn down all those bad scripts for you. The Onmyoji series is still in preparation, so if you don't film those movies, you'll have a lot of free time. Do you have any plans of your own? Do you want to be on a variety show, act in a movie, or sing? Doing advertisements or magazine covers is also an option."
Yoko Okino was a little surprised and looked at the others. "Can I choose for myself?"
Odagiri Toshiya deliberately put on a triumphant look and said with a laugh, "Of course! I have plenty of resources, so the superstar of our company can definitely choose for herself. Don't worry, just pick what you want. If I can't handle it, we still have Fei Chi. I'll have him help you!"
Chi Feichi: "..."
He didn't know who it was that had previously pestered him not to write songs for Yoko Okino. Now that she was part of their own company, it immediately became 'choose whatever you want'.
"I still have the Good Morning Seven O'Clock live broadcast three times a week. I don't have any other arrangements for the rest of the time," Yoko Okino thought for a moment and smiled. "I don't really have any ideas. It's fine for the President to decide."
Chi Feichi looked at Yoko Okino. "I'll give you a song. Go to the company headquarters to practice when you have time. You'll need to add dance moves."
"Okay, I'll go to the company headquarters tomorrow," Yoko Okino said, then paused, unable to suppress her curiosity. "By the way, there's a question I've been wondering about recently. Was Miss Qian He originally meant to compete with me?"
"Ahem," Morizono Kikuto said with a straight face. "I'm only in charge of bonuses and caring about employee life. Other matters are not my responsibility."
Suzuki Sonoko giggled, stating her slacker attitude with perfect justification, "I don't handle business matters."
Odagiri Toshiya looked at Chi Feichi. "This wasn't my idea."
Chi Feichi admitted frankly, "I sheathed my knife."
Now that Yoko Okino no longer had to be the vanguard caught between two companies, she no longer remembered the immense pressure. "What if the companies hadn't merged? What would you all have done?"
Morizono Kikuto suddenly burst out laughing. "Miss Yoko, don't worry. You're so cute, what could we possibly do to you?"
"Of course, we'd go easy on you," Odagiri Toshiya said with a smile, shrugging.
"Hey?" Yoko Okino was stunned.
Rena Mizunashi (Kir) was amused by Yoko Okino's reaction, her eyes curving as she laughed. She felt that although these people had different personalities, each one of them was very interesting.
"Honestly," Yoko Okino feigned annoyance and reached out to scratch Rena Mizunashi's waist. "Even you are laughing at me..."
Rena Mizunashi (Kir) laughed and quickly tried to dodge, and the two of them started playfully roughhousing.
There was no action scheduled for today. Here, she just wanted to be an ordinary TV station host and quietly enjoy this rare feeling of true happiness.
(End of Chapter)