Alone in the hot spring, a man and a woman stayed for two hours; if nothing happened, that would be unbelievable.

Dechuan Zhenye didn’t feel any regret about sending his daughter to Lu Tianxing. Although his own woman was smart, she was ultimately a daughter who would get married eventually. Exchanging his daughter for the protection of a strong man was undoubtedly very worthwhile. Perhaps his daughter might get closer to Lu Tianxing, and when the time comes, with just a word from Lu Tianxing, the Dechuan Family might be able to regain the glory of the shogunate era.

"Clan Leader, lunch has been prepared." At this time, a maid walked over and said to Dechuan Zhenye.

"I understand, go notify Mr. Lu," Dechuan Zhenye waved his hand and said.

"Yes."

The maid nodded her head, turned around, and left.

Dechuan Zhenye also stood up again and turned to walk toward the dining room.

When Dechuan Zhenye entered the dining room, it wasn’t long before Lu Tianxing and Dechuan Qianxiang also appeared in the dining room. When he saw his daughter walking a bit awkwardly beside Lu Tianxing, the smile on Dechuan Zhenye’s face became even more radiant: "Mr. Lu, please sit down and try the Japanese dishes I specially instructed the kitchen to prepare for you, see if they suit your taste."

"Thank you."

Lu Tianxing nodded and sat down with Dechuan Qianxiang at the dining table, drinking and chatting.

"Mr. Lu, I already made a phone call earlier. The people in my faction have agreed to help me block those unnecessary troubles. Additionally, after lunch, I will visit the officials related to the Shankou Family and ensure they stay out of this matter."

Lu Tianxing sipped his wine and said, "Thank you, Dechuan Clan Leader."

"Mr. Lu, you’re too polite; it’s what I should do."

Saying so, Dechuan Zhenye seemed to remember something and took out a document from beside him to hand to Lu Tianxing: "Mr. Lu, this is a distribution map of the Shankou Family’s forces, in the hands of these people from the Shankou Family."

Lu Tianxing took the information handed over professionally and studied it carefully.

"Mr. Lu, I’m sorry, but with the power of the Dechuan Family, I can only investigate this much, and can’t get more details."

"This is enough."

Lu Tianxing nodded in satisfaction and said, "With these distribution maps, at least I know where the Shankou Family’s forces are, and I can focus my efforts to eliminate them."

Hearing Lu Tianxing’s words, Dechuan Zhenye let out a long breath, and said again: "Mr. Lu, when do you plan to take action?"

"As soon as possible. Hurry up and deal with the Shankou Family’s governmental power in Japan, and once done, call me immediately. Additionally, I will handle some of the main forces of the Shankou Family, but other forces will be for the Dechuan Family to handle."

"No problem, Mr. Lu, leave it to us."

Dechuan Zhenye immediately patted his chest and agreed.

For him, dealing with the Shankou Family’s main forces might be challenging, but handling other forces is quite easy.

"Is there anything else, Mr. Lu, where I can be of service?"

"If there is, I’ll let you know."

Lu Tianxing glanced at Dechuan Zhenye and said flatly: "Besides helping me block trouble from the officials, quickly investigate where Ashida Ikeda is hiding."

"Mr. Lu, don’t worry, I will investigate quickly. As long as Ashida Ikeda is in Tokyo, I will uncover this matter in the shortest time."

"Thanks to the Dechuan Clan Leader."

Lu Tianxing nodded, not saying more, but chatting casually with Dechuan Zhenye about various topics.

Time passed by minute by minute, and after eating and drinking, Lu Tianxing stood up from his seat: "Dechuan Clan Leader, it’s getting late, I’ll head back first. Call me as soon as you’re ready."

"Mr. Lu, rest assured about that!"

Dechuan Zhenye nodded and said: "I will let Asaka accompany Mr. Lu back!"

Lu Tianxing did not speak but focused his gaze on Dechuan Zhenye, with a trace of inexplicable meaning.

Upon noticing Lu Tianxing’s gaze, Dechuan Zhenye thought Lu Tianxing misunderstood something and quickly explained: "Mr. Lu, I meant no other intention, I ..."

"I know."

Lu Tianxing waved his hand, interrupting Dechuan Zhenye, and said, "Just escort me out."

Dechuan Zhenye said nothing more and gestured to Dechuan Qianxiang to escort Lu Tianxing out.

Watching the figures of Lu Tianxing and Dechuan Qianxiang leave his sight, Dechuan Zhenye couldn’t help but reveal a look of excitement and joy on his face. As long as Lu Tianxing destroys the Shankou Family, he will cling onto Lu Tianxing no matter what. With Lu Tianxing’s backing, the Dechuan Family might rediscover the glory of the shogunate era in the future and become the top family in Japan.

Meanwhile, in a presidential suite at a star-rated hotel in Tokyo, Mandala, Angel, Starving Ghost, Little Bee, and others gathered together.

"Boss, what’s the deal? Weren’t you supposed to go to the Dechuan Family? Why haven’t you returned yet? Could it be that the old fool, Dechuan Zhenye, is not cooperating?" Little Bee glanced at the clock on the wall, sounding somewhat impatient.

Angel sat on the sofa with a faint smile on her face, saying, "I’m afraid your boss hasn’t been held by Dechuan Zhenye but has fallen into a cozy trap."

"Cozy trap?"

Little Bee was slightly stunned, then showed a lewd smile: "Haha, I know that Dechuan Zhenye’s daughter is a very beautiful lady, with many suitors in Tokyo, now boss has taken her, should I spread this news, and see if I can infuriate some little devils."

Hearing Little Bee’s words, Tie Niu beside him couldn’t help but say: "Little Bee, if you dare spread this message, I don’t know if any little devils will be infuriated, but I’m sure boss will kill you."

"...."

"Bang! Bang! Bang!"

Just then, a sudden knocking sound came from outside. Hearing the knock, Little Bee and the others exchanged looks, seeing the wariness in each other’s eyes.

Then, Little Bee stood up and walked toward the door. 𝐟𝚛𝕖𝚎𝕨𝗲𝐛𝚗𝐨𝐯𝐞𝕝.𝐜𝗼𝗺

PS: Today is the eighth, the 23rd day of the twelfth lunar month, the Little New Year for brothers in the north; tomorrow is the 24th, the Little New Year for the south. I wish all brothers a happy Little New Year, enjoy your feasts, and everything goes smoothly, and good luck in everything!