But...this doesn't make sense either.

What reason does the Qingshui clan have to hunt me down?

Because of Tachibana Takayuki’s gambling debt of several hundred taels?

Impossible! Regardless of the fact that the Qingshui clan has forgiven all the debts left by Tachibana Takashi in order to be on good terms with me, a few hundred taels of gold may be considered an astronomical amount for ordinary people to pay off in a few lifetimes.

, but for the Yakuza Group at the level of the Shimizu clan, this little money is no different than pocket money.

Can the Qingshui clan come after me for such a small amount of money?

Because I once beat up a relative of Eiichi Shimizu, the leader of the Shimizu clan, in the street?

Impossible!

Is this kind of conflict, which is neither small nor big, worthy of such a big fight?

But... apart from the Qingshui clan, Qingden really can't think of any other Yakuza forces that he has dealt with...

There are more and more questions...

——Forget it! As long as I continue to investigate, I will eventually find out the truth!

With this thought, Qingto no longer made any unnecessary guesses. He grabbed Echizenzumi Tsunalu Mori Kaneshige beside him and stood up with a "huh".

Seeing this, Bai Ju quickly asked:

"Hmm? Mr. Hanada, are you leaving?"

"Well, yes. I have already asked all the questions I wanted to ask. Miss Baiju, thank you for your cooperation."

Qingden paused for a moment, then changed into a serious tone:

"Miss Baiju, I guess: the two people who attacked you are most likely Yuuki Kamenosuke's companions...that is, members of the gang I am tracking."

"Those people act in extreme ways and use whatever means necessary."

"You have also seen that they dare to despise all morals and laws in the world, and even do ridiculous things like killing people in the street."

"So, you must be careful and try not to go out in recent days."

"If it doesn't work out, ask Granny Guasheng for help."

In order to achieve the best warning effect, Qingdeng specially put on a solemn face.

In terms of results, Qingden's admonishment was extremely effective - Bai Ju was so frightened that she cried.

"Why, why did Yuuki-kun's companions kill me?"

Wisps of mist-like water vapor filled Bai Ju's eyes.

No wonder she was so scared.

Suddenly being chased by Yakuza from an unknown source... Any honest person who has not experienced much hardship will feel scared.

"Because of the sky-red letterhead."

"Celestial red letterhead?"

Bai Ju was stunned.

"Although it's just my guess, the only thing you have that might make that gangster feel uneasy... is the address you used when you sent the sky-red letter to Yuuki Kamenosuke."

"Then, what should I do..."

Bai Ju seemed to have lost her spine, and her whole body fell forward.

If she hadn't stretched out her arms in time to support the tatami, otherwise she would have collapsed face down on the ground.

"I, I, I don't want to die yet... I have never done anything harmful to nature, why should I suffer such a crime..."

Bai Ju's voice trembled, her pretty face and lips lost color, and her delicate shoulders shook constantly.

Although she pretended to be firm, "uneasiness" and "fear" still permeated her body like a rising tide.

For Bai Ju, tonight must be an unforgettable night.

First, she encountered a paranoid man who had a broken brain and wanted to drag her to die with him.

He was finally rescued, but as soon as he came out of the wolf's mouth, he fell into the tiger's den, and his life was targeted by gangsters who were much more terrifying than paranoia.

If it were someone with a slightly poorer psychological quality, he would probably faint from fear right now.

Although he and Bai Ju are neither relatives nor relatives, he remains indifferent when he sees the "weak" person in front of him crying helplessly - this is not Qingdeng's style.

"Miss Baiju, don't worry."

The innate "Emperor's Art" was activated - Qing Deng showed a calm smile that could bring people a sense of peace of mind, and spoke word by word in a determined tone.

"The relationship between me and that gangster is a fight to the death. Either the other party dies or I die."

"I will eradicate that gang as soon as possible so that you can regain your freedom as soon as possible."

After leaving these words, Qingden raised his sword and turned around.

The black scarf and cyan clothes threw neat arcs in mid-air.

…

…

Wow.

Pushing open the door, the beautiful figure of Gua Sheng burst into Qingdeng's eyes.

"Is it over?"

Qingdeng nodded lightly.

"Grandma Guasheng, thank you for taking care of me. I have to say goodbye."

"Are you planning to leave Yoshiwara?"

Gua Shengxiu blinked in surprise.

"Well, I can't tell you the details. In short - I have to rush somewhere right now! I can't delay for a moment!"

Aonori originally planned to go back to Tsukinomiya Shrine after getting information from Shirogiku.

However, unexpected changes in the situation forced Qingdeng to make changes to his plan.

Two Yakuza, who were suspected to be gang members, tried to kill Baiju despite the pressure of public view - this is not a trivial matter!

Just like what Aonto said to Bai Ju just now, whether this young wandering girl who can be seen everywhere in Yoshiwara is carrying something that would constitute a reason for the gang to kill her... that is the letter she used when sending the sky-red letter.

mailing address!

Although it was just Qingdeng's guess, he boldly concluded that this string of addresses must not be simple.

It may be Yuuki Kamenosuke's residence.

It may be a warehouse where gangsters store important supplies.

It might be a gang stronghold, or even... a general base!

All in all, if there really is something going on in the area indicated by this string of addresses, namely the Yamato House in the 2nd-chome of Sawa Town...then it cannot be ruled out that the gang moved all the important personnel and materials in the Yamato House in order to conceal their whereabouts.

possible!

In other words, if Aonto doesn't rush to the Yamatoya in Sawa Town before the gang destroys the important information, all the hard work tonight may be in vain!

Gua Shengxiu didn't say much after hearing this.

I saw her smiling slightly.

"Oh well."

"Although I don't know what you are busy with, your body exudes the smell of a 'warrior' - this is the smell that only people who are about to go to the battlefield have."

Speaking of this, Gua Shengxiu stepped forward and opened his arms, hugging Qingdeng like a mother bird.

"Hanada-kun, I wish you good luck in martial arts."

"When you have free time, remember to come to Yoshiwara to visit me, an old woman."

As if being infected by Gua Shengxiu's smile, Qingden also smiled lightly.

He raised his hand and hugged Gua Shengxiu.

"Well. Grandma Guasheng, I will definitely come to see you again after everything is settled."

After saying that, Qingdeng let go of Gua Shengxiu, then took two steps back and bowed to this old woman whom he respected very much.

When the ceremony was over, he walked away without stopping.

Gua Shengxiu stood there, looking at Qingdeng's back - this tall figure had not yet

After walking a few steps, he suddenly stopped.

"Ah, I almost forgot."

Qingden turned around.

"Grandma Guasheng, I forgot to say something to you."
To be continued...