Chapter 43 (1/2)

Chapter 43

Half a year had passed after the competition ended Neito, as on his fourth year inside Metallica, entered the main office with his subordinate Niina He had to settle his paperwork before departing

As part of the Inter-ee, He was to be sent to Crimson’s American division Today was the day he would depart

It was a first for Metallica, having an ee, climb the corporate ladder, and arrive at this position in a mere four years

He already received his new salary teeks ago The inter-ee caused some commotion inside the company

While they were on their way up after filing their documents in the General Affairs Departlares and compliments from people

(TLN: Reround)

[Are you ready Senpai?]

Niina ith Neito called out to him It was decided that Niina alone, as a subordinate, would accompany Neito to America

[Yeah, let’s get going]

[Got ya-]

Anice already departed ahead of thes to settle at home

Tsurugi wouldn’t be accoards to that matter, they already spoke with each other last week

[[I’ to Crimson with Niina as my escort]]

[[Only Niina? Would you care to elaborate?]]

[[There’s so I want you to do in japan while I’m away]]

Neito explained to Tsurugi They needed to establish their base of operations In order for his left in the country which prevented hii was the only one who could handle it

[[I see…]]

Tsurugi nodded on hearing Neito’s explanation

[[Aah, I’er ask “Will you do it?” I’i]]

Tsurugi grinned and answered him

[Fuu, you finally understand… As you wish Boss]

Even for Neito, not having his trusted right hand i wascalm, collected, loyal and experienced in battle But Neito had no choice He would have to deal with his problems on his own

I’ll show him that I’m fit to be called his Boss

The two shook hands and went their separate ways Tsurugi was already working on his plan He wasn’t even there to see Neito off today

[What’s the o~]

[Sorry, I’ll be there]

It turns out he was left behind while thinking too much He walked a bit faster to catch up to Niina

[Soed to move up the corporate ladder so fast Senpai… did you do soain?]

Niina was strolling along with both hands braced behind his head

[It’s obvious]

Since it was obvious he did it, he answered honestly There was a time when he had enemies within the company, but that period was already over With Professor H’s influence, there were close to none or at least so far none were going after him

He conquered the Harrison offensive, defeated Beetle, overwhel anization’s members

To those who didn’t know Neito personally, they exaggerated and created ruave him nicknames like “The Dark Genius”, “The Villain Miracle Maker” and “The Dirty” which were really discongruous when they actually saw him

It wasn’t like he was incapable, but he barely considered his victories a victory Of course, it all wouldn’t be possible wi

thout the help from his subordinates Neito knew that full well and didn’t claim that he did it all by himself

Even though people e One day, he’ll be on top of Metallica

Neito called out to Niina while they were inside the elevator Niina was soon to be promoted to Level Three

[Hey Niina, did you know that in terms of your promotion speed, you’re ranked fourth inside Metallica’s overall history? Well, there’s a huge gap between the one ranked fifth and you]

[Eh? Really? hell yeah! As expected of me!]

[Hahaha, well it’s true that you’re a]

The elevator doors opened, leading to the lobby They were surprised by what they saw

[Wa- Wow…]

Niina had his mouth wide openThere were a lot of e two parallel lines in the lobby bowing their heads as Neito arrived It was a farewell gesture to those representatives to be sent off to Crimson

[……]

Neito wanted to greet the back

“What the hell is everybody doing?! I know you’re busy, so get back to work! There’s no need for you to do these things… I o this far!”

But, atmosphere here is important… very important

Neito called out to Niina as shocked, and moved forward

[Let’s go Niina]

He noticed Izumi, the section chief from the sales department, stopped and took a second to bow back at him He then proceeded to the exit and addressed them;

[Thank you for your time everybody, and now I’m off!]

For a second, some raised their heads in surprise

[……?]

[……Ha-Have a safe trip!]

[Do you best in Crimson!]

[Koet us ere your drinking partners back in your sales department days!]

[Do your best! I expect great things from you!]

[Please do so for all of us in General Affairs!]

[Have a safe trip!]

Neito left the main office ords of compliments behind him

[…Tha—that surprised me…]

Neito returned to his normal self

[Me too Oh yeah, Maki-san didn’t see you off did she?]

Niina entered the company car Neito already talked with Maki on the day before

[Aah, she already sent me off yesterday]

[Eh? You had no work yesterday right? Does that mean she came to your place?!]

[H person~]

[Then? Then? Did she go into your house? Was it at night?]

[You’re really curious huh? Of course she went in I wouldn’t leave her waiting outside]

Neito went in the car and reht

It was about 9 PM when he heard a knock on his door He was filling his cup noodles with hot water when Maki knocked

[[Maki-san? Is so the matter?]]

[Ah, well toht? I can’t send you off to you then I’ll…]

Nights in spring season were cold While Maki earing a white sweater, she seemed cold He asked her if she would like to cousted

[[Really? Then I’ll take up on your offer… Pardon …]]

They chatted for a while And for Neito, she compiled all of the American Rock’s data sheets as well as his “Evil Silhouette’s” performance records

[[Wow, you did this by yourself? You even had to go through this far for me…]]

[[Y-Yeah I really thought of it, but e for you…]]

[[No such thing… This would really help me Thanks!]]

[[No, not at all… I’lad I was able to be a help to you!]

She even gave him a protection charm Neito really doubted if God would protect a villain such as hi Other than that, she gave him instant curry which made him happier It was Metallica’s special “Red Root Curry” which when microwaved even in small a

(Translator Comments (TCom): The Curry master race is now officially open)

Neito danced around when he received the packet, Maki seeing this, laughed happily

After chatting for a while, they were now in a serious conversation

[[Please do return safely]]

[[Yeah]]

[[That’s a pro and capable person but…]]

She really orried of hi about his trip

If ever they were going out she would console him the sa for him

She really was a good person within He was sure a lot of guys would have misunderstand how she felt if they heard that I’m sure a lot would be able to hold the a real beauty caring and worrying for you Neito held hi stupid

They were silent for a fewuneasily Well she does that sometimes…