Once that third attempt happened, Gerald wouldn’t play any more games. He was going to make sure he took out the Hanyu patriarch and Ryugu!

At that moment, Fujiko couldn’t help but say, “Honestly, though… My family has truly brought you endless trouble…”

After all, had Gerald not saved her back then, he wouldn’t have gotten involved in all this in the first place.

“Now, now, who knows, I could require your help in the future,” replied Gerald with a subtle smile as he waved his hand, fully aware that he was instilling the thought into her.

Nodding in response, Fujiko immediately replied, “No matter what your request is, I’ll be sure to help you out!”

Simply laughing heartily in response, Gerald then said, “I’ll be taking your word for it, then!”

Shortly after, the trio arrived at the manor. After sending Fujiko back to her room, Gerald told Aiden and Master Ghost to come to his one.

Once the two were seated around the table in Gerald’s room, Master Ghost couldn’t help but