Crossing over, and then being blocked by a rich JK.

Chapter 517 The Big Shots' Day Off
As the brilliant sunrise once again filled the entire sky, it was already 10 a.m. on Wednesday.

"The weather in Tokyo isn't as good as where we are."

In a multi-story café in the port area, Genichiro Watanabe, sitting in a terrace booth, looked up and sighed.

The sky in Tokyo is indeed much worse than in Okinawa, especially the air quality. People who are sensitive to air quality might have an asthma attack if they come here.

"How can you compare them? One is a metropolis, and the other is a small city."

Shingo Yuzuru glared at him, annoyed.

In a sense, Genichiro hasn't changed at all; he still enjoys making these asymmetrical comparisons.

However, to be fair, as someone who knows the latter, he thinks his sentiments are quite normal and have his own style.

"Why can't we compare? It's not like we're comparing economics." Watanabe Genichiro chuckled, picked up his iced Americano and took a sip. "Besides, for middle-aged people like us, living environment is definitely the priority."

To be honest, he really didn't like coffee. To him, it was like flowing oil; just the smell made him uncomfortable. But since Shingo had chosen it, he could only do as the Romans do.

Fortunately, he has a strong ability to endure; from the past to the present, he has always been able to hide his emotions.
—Except in front of those who know him.

They were always able to keenly detect his emotions and then expose him.

"Where's Yuu?"

Shingo Hanyu silently observed his friend's subtle expressions, but instead of saying anything, he changed the subject.

He knew the other person's temper all too well; if he pointed it out, the latter would immediately lash out.

However, he didn't dislike this kind of 'unchanging' routine, which gave him a sense of dislocation, as if they were still young and not old yet.

"Him? Young people like to take risks, so they'll definitely prioritize big cities where there are more opportunities."

Genichiro Watanabe, however, thought it was perfectly normal.

He loved to explore when he was young, and if he hadn't married young, he probably would have gone abroad.

Although he didn't have much money at the time, there's a saying that goes, "If you're determined to do something, you can overcome any difficulty."

"You really are as hypocritical as ever."

Shingo Hanyu rolled his eyes.

"You definitely need to have different standards for judging your own son, just like you dote on your daughter when it comes to non-principle issues, don't you?"

Genichiro Watanabe retorted.

He really understands Shingo. When he's in love, he's completely love-struck, otherwise he wouldn't have done those things. After having a child, he became a doting father. You could say that his personality is truly unique.

"I surrender."

Upon hearing this, Shingo Hanyu immediately raised his hands.

He couldn't refute this question, and he couldn't even utter a single word of defense.

"And you know what?" Watanabe Genichiro suddenly laughed, then lowered his voice and said in a very mischievous tone, "When Yu was little, we always acted like we were broke, and then..."

He kept it a secret.

"And then?" Shingo Yuzuru gave him a helpless look and chimed in, "By the way, I really think your parenting style is a bit like a prank, treating your child like a thief. Is that really necessary?"

He felt that if he taught his child to be insecure, that would be a really bad thing.

Especially when it comes to money, it's not that it's bad for children to be sensible early, but if children are sensible too early, they will lose a lot of things.

There is no need to expose children to overly realistic realities too early, even if you are capable of doing so.

"So you're saying we should spoil him and raise him in luxury, but what if he grows up to be someone who doesn't know how hard it is to earn money?"

Genichiro Watanabe countered with a question.

He was actually aware that his teaching methods were somewhat excessive, but it was the best teaching method he could think of.

Rather than letting his child become arrogant and think he's something special, he still hopes his child will be more down-to-earth.

This way, even if something unexpected happens in the future, Yu can accept these changes relatively calmly without affecting her normal life.

"I won't argue with you about that. Let's continue talking about You's problem."

Shingo Hanyu waved his hand and took a sip of his own Blue Mountain coffee.

He knew very well that what they were doing wasn't an argument, but simply a discussion.

Neither of them will get angry, but they will both want to persuade the other.

However, even the best of friends will have times when their thoughts don't align.

“Okay.” Watanabe Genichiro understood what he meant and stopped worrying about it. He continued, but this time, he felt a strange emotion. “Once, on Akie’s birthday, I only gave her a bouquet of flowers and a new dress.”

"I didn't give Qiu Hui the necklace she mentioned before in person. I told her that I couldn't afford it, and she just kept it in mind."

"Then he saved up money for almost three years, and then he bought Qiu Hui a new necklace that was exactly the same."

"The day he bought the necklace, the boy cried his eyes out, and Qiu Hui was also moved to tears."

He was only in fourth grade at that time.

"After that incident, he made great strides in his studies and eventually got into Tokyo."

"When that brat left home, he solemnly promised me that he would make a name for himself and give our family a good life. That kid."

At this point, he smiled and shook his head, but a strange emotion welled up inside him.

Then, he suddenly felt a little guilty.

Perhaps I shouldn't have treated You like that back then; I should have told him about his family's situation in a more peaceful way.

On the other hand, although he was somewhat moved at the time, he didn't take those words seriously at all.

He didn't doubt the sincerity of the young man, but many things can't be solved simply by having a sincere heart.

But he didn't intend to reveal it; some things you have to experience for yourself.

Since the son is so enlightened, why does the father have to pour cold water on him?

"When will you ever be honest?"

Shingo Hanyu rolled his eyes; he could already see the emotion in his friend's eyes.

In a sense, Qiu Hui was right. This guy was always all bark and no bite. He was clearly happy, but he had to pretend not to care.

It's only because Qiu Hui can tolerate this guy's temper; anyone else probably wouldn't have been able to stand it for even a day.

People who are stubborn but soft-hearted are likely to lose the people they cherish most if they don't consider changing, because everyone wants to hear some kind words.

However, it is extremely difficult to get someone who is stubborn but soft-hearted to calm down when they are emotional.

"We've known each other for a long time, and you've said this countless times. Do you really think it's possible?"

Genichiro Watanabe quickly composed himself and looked at his friend.

Their eyes met for five seconds in the air before he took the initiative to look away, signaling his defeat.

damn it!
He had never gained an advantage in a situation like this before. "I think it's possible," Shingo Yuzuru answered confidently, "Some things will always change under certain special circumstances."

For example, after death, or when one's identity in life undergoes another change.

"Tch, we're all this age, isn't it a bit presumptuous of you to say that?"

Genichiro Watanabe uttered those words without hesitation.

He doesn't think there's any room for change in his personality.

unless……

The most important person in his life got sick—no, wait, wait!

He didn't say anything!

"For you personally, there probably won't be any major changes, but what about in a few years? Let's not even talk about a long time. Five years from now, let's say you've gone from being a father to a grandfather. Do you think you'll still be the same?"

Shingo Hanyu raised his chin, signaling Genichiro Watanabe to continue being stubborn.

Others might be fooled by the latter, but he won't.

We've known each other for so many years, it wasn't for nothing.

"That's for sure..."

"Think carefully before you answer."

Shingo Hanyu interrupted Genichiro Watanabe's offhand answer, signaling him to stop rambling and to seriously consider the situation before replying.

"..."

Watanabe Genichiro understood his meaning and obediently fell silent, thinking carefully.

“Then I will definitely become more amiable and will no longer hide my true thoughts.”

After immersing himself in the moment for about two minutes, he uttered those words.

Just imagining a tiny little kid calling him grandpa in a sweet, childish voice melts his heart.

He found it hard to describe the emotion he felt as his own bloodline continued.

"That's settled then." Shingo Yuzuru nodded in satisfaction. "That's why I advise you to change it as soon as possible, so that if you turn around too abruptly, they'll think you've suffered some major setback."

This isn't him lying; it's simply the truth.

Most people would think this way, and some people with more avant-garde thinking who surf the internet a lot might even think that the other person has been reborn or traveled through time.

From this perspective, he felt that his good friends were not as young as him.

He can readily discuss and understand the things that young people watch, and he won't be easily fooled.

"Screw you."

Genichiro Watanabe frankly expressed his feelings for his friend.

If there hadn't been so many people around, he would have already given the middle finger.

"So, have you figured out what to do about the Amamiya family?" Shingo Yuzuru paused, then subtly changed the subject. "I have a colleague I can trust who's in charge of them. I can also take some action on my own."

To be honest, although the Amamiya family is large, it's not as large as the Matsushita family. What difference would it make if we made a little move against them?

Don't spout nonsense about too many connections behind the scenes. If someone wants to stand up for them, they'll have to offer enough benefits in return.

Coincidentally, those who were older than him, a civil servant who seemed to have been "parachuted in," had a decent relationship with him, and they were all on the same side.

"Your way of changing the subject is a bit abrupt."

Genichiro Watanabe made a joke at someone's expense.

"That's only one aspect; more importantly, I want to know how you plan to handle it."

Shingo Hanyu shook his head.

He did intend to change the subject, but he also wanted to steer the conversation back to the main point, and the latter idea was far more dominant.

That's why he invited Genichiro over for coffee today.

He wanted to know what his friend thought so he could cooperate with him.

To put it bluntly, he is a very protective person. He treats You like a godson. Although the two families did not become in-laws as they had hoped, one thing is one thing, and the friendship between him and his friend is still there.

After so many years of ups and downs, they are now closer than brothers.

“Then let’s give them a little lesson.” Watanabe Genichiro raised an eyebrow, his tone relaxed as if he were talking about the weather. “But let’s not ruin them. Actually, it’s not appropriate for you to do this. Let the young people do it themselves.”

The best way to avenge someone is to do it yourself.

Just like that classic movie line, revenge is sweet and won't make you fat.

And he really wanted to see if the brat could actually do it.

If he could do that, he could retire early, hand over the household affairs to his brat with peace of mind, and then he could take Qiu Hui to travel the world.

only……

Given Qiu Hui's personality, she will most likely refuse him, or she will only go out for a month and then come back.

After all, You is a piece of her own flesh and blood.

Ugh.

Thinking about it, I feel a little jealous. When we got married, I was the most important person to Qiu Hui, but as soon as the brat was born, Qiu Hui gave him all her love.

Tsk!
Brat!
“Then let’s do it your way.” Shingo Yuzuru didn’t see through the many hidden thoughts in his mind and simply nodded to indicate that he understood. “However, if you have any more specific plans later, you can tell me about them and I can help you with your consideration.”

Firstly, he was interested, or you could say he was gossiping; secondly, he genuinely wanted to offer some advice.

This kind of thing is really interesting.

Well, how should I put it? Although it involves interfering in other people's lives, the feeling of helping to devise strategies, assisting close friends in achieving their goals, and seeing those who have hurt close friends punished is really satisfying.

It felt like a sensation that went from the soles of my feet all the way to the top of my head.

He didn't care what happened to the party being retaliated against.

There's a saying that goes, "When you hurt others, you have to be prepared to get hurt yourself."

Moreover, based on what he knew, Yu and the others' ultimate goal was simply to get Masao Amamiya 'retired,' which was already quite benevolent.
—Compared to what Masao Amamiya did to his ex-wife.

"A plan?" Watanabe Genichiro laughed. "You brat actually came up with a plan, but I don't have any actual documents here. If you want to hear it, I'll dictate it to you."

“Then tell me.” Shingo Hanyu laughed. “I’m quite curious to know how he did it.”

"That's what he planned to do..."

After organizing his thoughts, Watanabe Genichiro began to speak.

(End of this chapter)