Capítulo 13: Chapter 13: New Boss!
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What's going on?
Hearing Arataki Itto's words, Teiyu almost thought his ears were playing tricks on him.
Why would a tough guy like Arataki Itto want to become a monk?
Wait, does Inazuma even have temples?
"No, wait… That's not the point here!"
"What on earth is going on, Itto? Why would you want to become a monk?"
This is too absurd. The well-known red oni of Inazuma wants to become a monk?!
What kind of brainless author would come up with such a plot?
"I…"
Arataki Itto hesitated, remaining silent for a while before finally speaking.
"This isn't just a spur-of-the-moment decision… Lately, I've been thinking a lot about my future. I can't just keep loafing around for the rest of my life, you know?"
"Even though Kujou Sara and I don't see eye to eye, I have to admit she made some good points. I'm not getting any younger, and I can't keep acting so recklessly."
"You see, Granny Oni is getting on in years, and her health isn't great. She's taken care of me since I was a kid, and now that I'm grown, it's my turn to take care of her."
"In short, I can't keep being a no-good street punk!"
"I need to step up and take responsibility like a real man!"
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Arataki Itto gave a hearty laugh, then reflexively reached up to scratch his head, only to remember he no longer had his usual thick, unruly hair but a bald, smooth scalp.
"Ah!" He exclaimed awkwardly, scratching his head in confusion.
….
"Pfft…"
Teiyu almost burst out laughing; the sight was just too much!
He felt like he'd never forget Itto's classic look in this moment.
But the atmosphere wasn't right for jokes. Arataki Itto was speaking so earnestly that Teiyu had to force down his laughter.
…
"But you didn't have to shave your head. And if you become a monk, what will happen to the Arataki Gang? Granny Oni still needs someone to look after her."
Teiyu finally managed to calm down and asked the key question.
"That's why I came to see you, right?
"Hehe, you're now officially appointed as our new…"
"Boss!"
"Boss, don't abandon us!"
"Waaah, the Arataki Gang can't go on without you… Just like we can't go on without our boss!"
Itto had barely finished speaking when the usually composed Genzo and the other gang members suddenly lost it.
It was like throwing a bomb into calm waters, and they were the fish that got blown out of it.
"Alright, alright, we're grown men here! What's with all this crying?!"
"Come on, stop crying… If you keep crying… I might start crying too…"
Arataki Itto, seeing his usually tough gang members so heartbroken, felt his own emotions welling up and nearly joined them in shedding manly tears.
"Waaah, boss!!!"
The gang of burly men huddled together, bawling at the top of their lungs right outside Teiyu's house.
Their cries were so mournful and loud that they drew the attention of passersby, who began pointing and whispering about them.
"Alright, alright!! Stop wailing!!" Teiyu couldn't help but shout at them.
Why were these guys crying so much??
Look at the neighbors' aunties nearby, their gazes were getting more and more ambiguous. It was as if Teiyu had become some heartless jerk who abandoned his friends!!
Teiyu felt like he was about to lose it just like Arataki Itto and the others.
"Anyway, come inside first."
He couldn't bear the stares from the neighborhood aunties anymore.
...
"Huh, Teiyu, did you get a pet?" Arataki Itto and his group had just entered the house when they noticed a pink-haired chubby fox.
That little guy was lazily lounging on the tatami mat, pretending to sleep.
"What fox?" Teiyu, who was the last to enter and had just closed the door, saw a pink fluff ball dash towards him.
With lightning speed, it leaped into his arms with a "whoosh."
"Oh, it's you. When did you sneak in here?"
Teiyu looked at the little fox in his arms and skillfully adjusted his posture to make her more comfortable.
...
The little fox in his arms was like a fluffy pink ball, and Teiyu couldn't help but feel a sense of affection.
"Wow, what kind of pet is this?"
"A pink fox!!"
"So cute! φ(゜▽゜?)!! Pink foxes are really rare."
The Arataki Gang, who had been crying just moments ago, immediately brightened up and started marveling at the fox. They looked at the little fox as if they had discovered a new continent.
Ahiko curiously reached out to pet the little fox, wanting to touch its soft fur!! It looked so cuddly!!
...
*Smack!*
The little fox lightly swished its fluffy tail and unceremoniously slapped Ahiko's face.
The tail and face collision produced a crisp sound.
"Ow!! That hurt! How can it... how can it hit people?"
Ahiko clutched his reddened face, wincing in pain and surprise.
"..."
Teiyu clicked his tongue.
"You guys better be careful. She's not my pet; she's just a friend who comes to visit..."
Teiyu turned to look at the little fox, who seemed quite pleased that Teiyu referred to her as a friend rather than a pet.
She gave Ahiko a proud glance, slightly raising her little head, her fluffy tail wagging as if seeking praise from Teiyu.
"This little one, heh... she's pretty bossy. Doesn't like strangers touching her."
Teiyu reluctantly placed his big hand down, gently stroking her fluffy little head.
...
"Ahem, ahem, alright, let's not get distracted!!"
Arataki Itto was the first to snap out of the cuteness-induced trance, covering his hand and pretending to cough. He secretly felt relieved.
"Good thing... I didn't rush in like Ahiko did. Otherwise, my handsome face, the face of Arataki Gang's first leader, would've been ruined!"
Chapter 15: Who Approves, Who Opposes?
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"Ahem, ahem, I solemnly announce! The first-ever Arataki Gang leadership transfer meeting is now in session!!"
"Boss!!!!"
The group, who had just been charmed by the fox, suddenly became teary-eyed again, their previously suppressed emotions welling up once more!
"..."
"Why does this feel like a kindergarten class meeting..."
Teiyu, holding the little fox, silently grumbled from the back of the room.
"Mmhm, mmhm."
The little fox in his arms sat up straight, nodding her little head in agreement.
"Hey, hey, you over there, candidate for the leadership! Put down your fox friend and take this meeting seriously!!"
The bald-headed Arataki Itto pretended not to hear the one-human, one-fox duo's complaints and banged on the table a few times.
"Oh, okay, okay."
Teiyu had no choice but to gently pick up the little fox nestled in his arms and place her beside him, sitting up straight in a serious posture.
"Speak up! I'm listening carefully, Boss."
"..."
The little fox ignored the solemn and sentimental scene around her. The moment Teiyu put her down, she jumped back into his arms.
Put down, jump back. Put down, jump back.
The two of them kept this up, as if they were playing a game, seemingly enjoying themselves.
"I..."
"Sigh, forget it. Just hold her."
Arataki Itto reluctantly rubbed his head, eventually conceding.
"Alright, back to business. I hereby announce that the first leadership transfer ceremony of the Arataki Gang is now officially in session!"
Arataki Itto quickly rattled off his words, almost like he was rapping, clearly worried that the "Tei-Fox" duo might cause another disruption.
...
"Bo... mmph."
"Stop! No more crying!!"
Arataki Itto shouted, standing up as he covered Genta and Akinari's mouths with his large hands.
"Da..."
But he forgot that people only have two hands, and could only cover two mouths at a time. The one whose mouth wasn't covered, Ahiko, weakly continued.
Great! The originally solemn and tragic atmosphere was now completely ruined by the group's comedy act.
"..."
Arataki Itto struggled to compose himself.
"I choose Teiyu as the leader. Who approves, who opposes?"
His expression was serious as he scanned the room. Teiyu, still playing with the fox in his arms, seemed not to have heard Itto's important decision.
The rest of the group, with their red-rimmed eyes, clutched their mouths, too afraid to object in case they got their mouths covered too.
"..."
"No opposition means approval. Good! I hereby declare Teiyu as the new leader. I will temporarily step down..."
"Boss... we..."
"No need to say anything more. Teiyu, come with me."
Arataki Itto gave Teiyu a look, signaling for them to talk outside.
...
Outside the house, the two stood in silence, staring at each other.
...
...
...
Finally, Teiyu couldn't stand the awkward, sappy staring contest any longer.
He spoke first, "Itto, what are you really up to?"
"That little trick might fool them, but it won't fool me."
Teiyu had already figured out that Arataki Itto had no real intention of becoming a monk and was just making up stories for some reason.
"..."
"Hahaha, you really can't be fooled." Arataki Itto laughed heartily, hands on his hips.
"Uh..."
He laughed heartily for a while, then stopped when he realized Teiyu wasn't laughing along. Teiyu was just looking at him with a serious expression, which made Itto feel a bit embarrassed.
"Actually, I never planned to become a monk. I shaved my head because I lost a bet with Kenshiro, hahaha."
"And you... still!!" Hearing that Arataki Itto was acting like nothing happened, Teiyu couldn't help but raise his voice.
"Shh!!"
"Heh, don't be mad! Even though I don't plan on becoming a monk, I was serious about what I said earlier."
Arataki Itto made a "shush" gesture, signaling Teiyu to lower his voice so the others inside wouldn't hear.
"Temporarily handing over the Arataki Gang to you is just a cover! I'm planning to start a small business and will be away for a while, so it's not convenient for Genta and the others to come along."
"What kind of business?"
Teiyu gave Arataki Itto a skeptical look. Itto wasn't exactly known for being savvy in business.
Before he met Teiyu, he'd led his gang into several "borderline legal" enterprises.
If Itto was serious this time but still intended to engage in illegal activities, Teiyu couldn't let him go down that path!
"Don't worry! This was Kuki Shinobu's idea! It's nothing shady, trust me."
Arataki Itto patted his chest confidently, seemingly oblivious to Teiyu's skeptical gaze.
"Kuki Shinobu? Who's that?" Teiyu caught onto the name and asked.
"You mean Kuki Shinobu?"
"Kuki Shinobu is the newest member of the Arataki Gang! Don't worry, she's really sharp!
Last time, she even helped get us bailed out of jail and cleaned up a bunch of messes for us! Haha
I tried inviting her to join the Arataki Gang, and after a few days of thinking, she actually agreed, hehe!"
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