He didn't lack money, and he wouldn't sell these precious spiritual tools just for profit.
However, Sakiko's suggestion did inspire him.
It was still necessary to make a few protective charms. After all, this world really did have ghosts and monsters. It was still somewhat dangerous for ordinary people.
As for the design Kaito thought for a moment and decided to make jade carvings. Whether worn on the hand or hung around the neck, they'd be easy to carry.
"Do you have a favorite animal?", he asked.
Sakiko was taken aback.
After her suggestion was rejected, the girl had quieted down. She wasn't angry, nor did she ask why he turned her down, 'Kaito-kun must have his reasons for doing so, and as his secretary, I just need to follow orders.'
'It is just a pity to give up this business opportunity but oh well, I will work hard on other fronts and definitely help the agency thrive.'
Now hearing this question, she hesitated for a moment, then quickly replied, "I don't have any particular favorites I don't dislike cats or dogs. If I have to pick, then rabbits, I guess."
Even in Japan, there was a saying about the zodiac. Sakiko's birthday was in February, which corresponded to the rabbit in the lunar calendar.
"Then it's rabbits," Kaito made the decision, then stood up, casually tossing his jacket onto the sofa. He looked at Sakiko, "Stay for dinner tonight. What do you want to eat?"
"Me? Anything's fine," Sakiko couldn't quite keep up with his pace, but the moment she thought of those delicious dishes that could make one drool, her tears couldn't help but fall, right from her mouth.
"Got it," Kaito nodded and turned into the kitchen.
Soon, only Sakiko was left in the living room. Oh wait, there was also one fat cat who had just woken up.
Seeing a new person in the house, Kirara didn't bat an eye. She was already used to her owner frequently bringing unfamiliar female two-leggers home. This one wasn't the first, and certainly wouldn't be the last.
The cat just flicked her tail and, like a fluffy cloud, lightly jumped onto the sofa, or to be more precise, onto Kaito's discarded jacket.
The white jacket was like a natural cat bed and carried a pleasant scent. Kirara leisurely lay down, curled herself up, and planned to nap again before dinner was served.
No natural enemies, no job, free food and lodging. Such a life made the cat forget all worries.
Although she had secured her meal ticket, she had also completely lost all ambition. She was now a total waste cat.
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Chapter 53: My Little Kitty Is No Good Either!
Perhaps it was the cat's comfortable demeanor that caught her eye.
Sitting nearby, Sakiko's gaze shifted downward, fixated on a certain object, her amber eyes dazed.
'That is... the jacket Kaito-kun just took off...'
'Maybe, it still retains his body heat and scent.'
But now, it was occupied by a fat cat, viciously pressed beneath it, letting out a strained whimper under the weight.
'Maybe I should rescue it.'
Such a thought suddenly popped into Sakiko's mind. She glanced guiltily toward the kitchen.
'Hmm, Kaito-kun is still busy and doesn't seem to be coming this way.'
And so...
Just as it was sleeping soundly, even letting out a lazy purring sound, Kirara suddenly felt a chill all over, then its four limbs were suspended in the air.
The kitty was totally confused, instinctively flailing a few times, as if swimming through the air.
By the time it realized what was happening, it found itself being lifted by the female two-legged beast that its boss had brought back.
'Rude creature!'
'I hate humans who have no sense of boundaries!'
The kitty was about to struggle, but then it saw the two-legged beast actually snatch the boss's clothing right in front of its eyes.
'Snatched it, nya!'
'Intolerable!', Kirara's fur bristled, and its plump body displayed unexpected agility. With a high-difficulty mid-air flip, like a graceful gymnast, its four paws landed lightly, finally settling safely on the soft sofa.
Then, magnetic field spins, ten thousand horsepower, Meow Meow Exploding Fist!
The white-gloved paws moved so fast they left afterimages, unleashing an onslaught dazzling enough to make one's eyes blur in just a few seconds.
The flurry of punches surged like tides, unending.
Of course, Kirara still held back a bit.
Although it behaved obediently in front of Kaito, it was still a monster, especially after mooching off quite a bit of the boss's spiritual energy. Its strength had greatly increased.
Now, showing its true form, it could tear apart tigers and leopards with ease.
Dealing with a weak two-legged beast, it didn't even extend its claws or use too much strength.
It just wanted this annoying two-legged beast to know, 'My little kitty is no good either!'
But this attack, when it landed on Sakiko's arm, didn't hurt at all.
Instead, it felt like a cat kneading, soft and ticklish.
Sakiko even thought the kitty was playing with her, didn't take it seriously at all, and even chuckled while rubbing Kirara's little head.
"Alright, alright, stop messing around. This is a piece of clothing, it'll get covered in cat hair, and it'll be hard to clean. If it's uncomfortable to sleep on, I can help you find a new cushion, how about that?"
"Meow! Meow!'
'You hateful two-legged beast, hurry up and return the boss's stuff!'
Sakiko didn't understand cat language, but from Kirara's resistant behavior, she could tell it wasn't satisfied with her proposal.
She couldn't help but feel puzzled, 'Are even cats this hard to please nowadays?'
Just as she was considering whether to tempt it with a cat treat, Kirara had already pounced.
The human-cat battle was about to ignite.
The commotion in the living room wasn't too loud, but Kaito didn't even turn his head, yet everything entered his perception.
Though he didn't mean to deliberately peek, could it even be called peeking when it was through spiritual sense?
Cooking while watching the living room drama with interest, he took it as a way to pass time.
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More than ten minutes later.
Sitting at the dining table, Sakiko's hair was messy, and her once neat and tidy lady's dress was now all wrinkled. Her face flushed red from intense movement, and even her breathing was unsteady.
Next to her, Kirara sat triumphantly on the blue jacket, its fluffy fur spotless and glistening, looking quite delightful.
The contrast between the two made it clear who was the victor.
Clearly, in this battle between the two-legged beast and Cat, the latter had won.
Perhaps feeling embarrassed under Kaito's strange gaze, Sakiko could feel her cheeks burning.
Not only had she lost to a cat, but she also got caught in the act. She was so embarrassed that she didn't dare lift her head.
She could only transform her sorrow into appetite, burying herself in eating.
The atmosphere at the dinner table was a bit heavy, but it was soon broken by a notification sound.
Kaito's phone, placed beside the table, suddenly lit up, popping up a message.
He unlocked the screen. The sender was Ms. Nagasaki.
A long message. Excluding all the words of gratitude, it conveyed only one meaning: she wanted to invite Kaito to her home, where she would personally cook a table full of dishes to express her thanks.
Kaito still remembered this rich lady who was so generous with her money.
He wasn't particularly interested in this kind of invitation, but after thinking for a while, he agreed.
'Nagasaki Asuna is quite wealthy, and likely has good connections. Maybe I can ask her to procure some high-quality jade for me, to make a protective jade carving.'
Though Kaito could also handle such things himself, doing it personally was just too troublesome.
He originally wanted to bring Sakiko along to the banquet, but the girl hesitated for a moment and then refused.
After all, the agency had just started and there was still a lot of work to do. She didn't want to waste time on such minor matters.
It was just a simple meal anyway, no need for her to go.
Kaito didn't insist. He and Ms. Nagasaki agreed on the time: tomorrow at 7 PM.
The strong woman on the other end of the screen was clearly delighted. After thanking him repeatedly, she even said there would be a private car for pickup and drop-off, her service reaching the extreme.
[Roppongi]
In a brightly lit office building, in an office on the 34th floor.
Wearing a sharp suit, Nagasaki Asuna looked at the chat window in front of her, very pleased.
She had invited him just to try her luck, not expecting much herself.
But the surprise came so suddenly.
Excitedly pumping her fist, she suppressed the excitement and agitation in her heart, and quickly sent her daughter several messages in a row.
[Soyo, Mama will bring home a super handsome guy tomorrow night!']
[Trust me! He's really super super super super super handsome!]
[You definitely won't be disappointed!]
At the same time.
In a bedroom with huge floor-to-ceiling windows, a certain brown-haired girl lay on her side on the bed, having hesitated all day about whether to send a message to Kaito. When she saw the chat window suddenly pop up, she fell into thought.
'Is Mom... catching feelings at her age?'
Sakiko Togawa was doing the dishes.
Eating without helping didn't fit Teacher Sakiko's principles, so after dinner, she took the initiative to handle all the small tasks she could and decided to clean the house a bit as well.
Kaito was lecturing the cat.
Though Kirara had won the two-legged beast vs. Cat battle earlier,
It had also messed up his jacket, covered it with cat hair and even tore a few small holes.
A jacket wasn't a big deal, he could restore it in a snap, but bad habits must not be encouraged.
Kaito was someone who rewarded and punished clearly.
When the majestic kitty came, there were treats. When the bad habits came, there was _____.
The previously overbearing Kirara in front of Sakiko was now drooping its head, obediently taking the scolding, even its tail hanging weakly.
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Chapter 54: Dock Her Pay Directly, She Cant Handle It
[Tuesday, School Gate]
The cherry blossom festival in Japan typically starts in mid-March and lasts until mid-April, for a full month.
Today was the last day of April, but the cherry blossoms by the roadside were still in full bloom. When the wind blew, pale pink petals swirled in the air, drifting far away.
"Kaito-kun, I like you."
The girl in front of him wasn't tall, petite in figure, her sleek black hair braided into twin braids. She wore black-rimmed glasses on her cute face, and at this moment, she gathered her courage to block his way and confessed loudly.
Kaito wasn't surprised.
During this time, he had encountered girls who blocked his way just to confess more than once. From mature big sisters in their thirties to energetic JKs at sixteen. Big and small, all kinds. But he had rejected them all every time.
"Thank you," He politely expressed his gratitude.
The girl was stunned, seemingly not expecting this outcome.
'I like youyes or no?'
He chose "or."
She grew a bit anxious and repeated again, "Kaito-kun, I really like you!"
Kaito pondered for two seconds, then seriously said, "I really thank you."
The girl ran away crying.
Her sobs, full of sorrow, were carried far by the wind, heartbreaking to hear, tear-inducing to see.
Kaito paid no mind to the curious stares from onlookers and turned his head toward Togawa Sakiko, who was lost in thought beside him.
"What are you thinking about?"
The two were neighbors and had always taken the same train to school.
Only, in the past, Sakiko used to find clumsy excuses to part ways with him before entering the school gate.
Ever since becoming his secretary, she seemed to have figured things out. At the very least, she could now walk into school openly side by side with him.
"Just thinking that girl just now was kinda cute," Sakiko snapped back to reality, her smile carrying a rare hint of mischief, "Kaito-kun, don't you feel it's a pity?"
"Pity?"
Kaito glanced at her, "Secretary Sakiko, should I interpret this as you mocking your boss?"
Q: Where is Sakiko's most sensitive spot?
A: Directly docking her pay. She can't handle that.
'As the director of the office, my authority is absolute. Little Sakiko dares to rebel?'
Sure enough, hearing such a threat, Secretary Sakiko bit her lip, like a newcomer to the workplace being bullied by a ruthless boss, with no one to turn to for help, silently enduring the injustice.
But in those amber eyes, a smile flickered and quickly vanished.
She naturally didn't take this kind of joke seriously. On the contrary, it gave her a sense of closeness between them, blooming a small flower of joy in her heart.
Entering the classroom, unsurprisingly, hot gazes came from all directions.
Kaito was used to it. Returning to his seat, it was yet another day of love letters stuffing his desk compartment.
Same old, same old. He had no intention of opening them. He gathered them all and threw them into the trash can by the back door, prompting a wave of wails.
The morning classes were fairly easy. The clock hanging on the blackboard quickly pointed to the number that represented "twelve."
As the crisp lunch bell rang, it was suddenly already dismissal time.
"Yumiko, I heard a new ramen shop opened in the cafeteria. Want to go try it?"
"I still think beef bowl is better. Hey, hey, Yumiko, come with me!"
As one of the top-tier normies in the class, Miura Yumiko was surrounded by close friends the moment class ended.
Amidst the noisy chatter, the blonde beauty waved her hand with a smile, "Sorry, sorry. I really want to have lunch with you all, but I already made plans~"
The girls looked at each other, only to see Yumiko striding cheerfully to the back of the classroom and boldly reminding, "Kaito-kun, Gotou-san, it's time to head to the clubroom!"
Kaito gave a slight nod, and together with the bouncing Yumiko and the timid Bocchi-chan, they left the classroom.
