Stockholm Syndrome Sufferer / Your Bragging Service Has Arrived

At this moment, not only was Kyoko Yuuki's face as black as the bottom of a pot, Shozo Yuuki's expression was starting to falter.

The couple never imagined that their seemingly gentle and refined son, who never caused them any trouble, would have such a flamboyant side.

P. S.: I routinely sell out my teammates and evade taxes.

Section 195, Chapter 184: Stockholm Syndrome Patients

If Koichiro Yuuki has any feelings right now, it's this: regret! Utter regret!

He shouldn't have opened that door and let the wolf in. This guy sold himself out completely in an attempt to prove his own logic.

"Mother, I actually think Asuna, as a girl, should enjoy life more..."

Even so, Koichiro Yuuki could only put on a heroic expression of facing death, forcing a smile as he stepped forward to ease the atmosphere and, incidentally, plead for his sister.

Of course, this is definitely not because he had a change of heart, but rather a strategy to minimize his own risks at present.

After all, if Mom loosens the restrictions on my younger sister and treats them equally, then my mistakes will be somewhat understandable.

Otherwise, if this bastard in front of him were to lose, he would inevitably get a severe beating during the reckoning that night.

However, Kyoko Yuuki's gloomy gaze made Koichiro Yuuki shrink back, inwardly sensing something was wrong.

In their family, the father was the breadwinner and the mother was the homemaker. This strong personality permeated almost every aspect of their lives, making them a typical example of someone who had the final say.

In this situation, even if she's wrong, she would never admit it. Perhaps this is what's called "adult dignity"...

Sis... you're doomed... even your brother can't help you... good luck to you...

Koichiro Yuuki's eyes showed pity, while he silently mourned his own tragic end that night.

As expected, Kyoko Yuuki snorted coldly and turned to give orders to her two children.

"Let's go up first..."

After giving Kevin a helpless look, Koichiro Yuuki decisively went upstairs.

Looking at the outnumbered Kevin, Asuna Yuuki gritted her teeth, wanting to fight back and at least speak up for herself.

However, the moment their eyes met, both Asuna Yuuki and Shino Asada shook their heads and dissuaded Kevin.

In fact, he had probably guessed the outcome when the conflict broke out, but some suppressed emotions made him feel compelled to speak out.

However, if things go well, Kevin, as an adult, wouldn't mind bearing Kyoko Yuuki's dislike alone.

If things don't work out, all Kevin can do is consider Asuna's feelings and try his best to avoid escalating the conflict and let the conflict between Yuuki and her daughter end there.

"Kevin, is that right? Earl Countess Lara's butler? You should know the difference between master and servant."

"I know what you're up to, so for my daughter's sake, I don't mind saying some harsh words!"

Kyoko Yuuki took a deep breath, her anger gradually subsiding, but a hint of disgust lingered in her eyes.

"It has to be said that using sweet words and a pretty face to please the mistress and incite the rebellious psychology of underage girls is simply disgusting!"

"Even if you have a close relationship with Countess Lara, I believe she would never tolerate you having affairs outside!"

"Asuna is still young and doesn't know how to distinguish right from wrong. I don't want her to be deceived and hurt before she regrets it!"

"So, I'm warning you not to interfere in our family matters, so that next time we meet, we can still save face for each other."

He was not only seen as Lara's kept man (which seems to be true in some sense), but also accused of being a gigolo who seduces naive young girls...

This is no small matter...

Kevin subconsciously touched his cheek, his expression a mixture of helplessness and strange thoughts.

He never imagined he'd one day be able to live off his looks, and that he needed to cherish or make good use of this asset...

At this moment, even the seemingly enlightened Shozo Yuuki merely frowned and chose to remain silent in the face of his wife's accusations.

Actually, Kevin probably understands the desire of parents to protect their children, so he wasn't particularly angry about the misunderstanding.

However, strong women like Kyoko Yuuki tend to be overly controlling of their children as they shift their focus from career to family.

This has already made children, whose self-awareness is constantly growing, feel suppressed and uncomfortable.

Kevin could ignore the life or death of the optimist Koichiro Yuuki, but he had to consider the future of his friend Asuna Yuuki.

"You're insulting me, and you're also insulting your daughter's judgment and perseverance..."

"I mean no harm; I'm just concerned for my friend's indignation and hope you two will seriously consider relaxing the restrictions on Asuna and try to let her make some choices in her own life."

However, Kyoko Yuuki unmoved, her face frosty.

I tried my best...

Kevin felt helpless at Kevin's unyielding attitude and could only sigh silently.

The excellence of the Yuki couple is beyond doubt, but sometimes the arrogance of this elite class can make them blind and conceited.

"Excuse me..."

Kevin bowed slightly, preparing to call Shino Asada to leave together. The situation had already soured, and staying any longer would only cause trouble.

As the argument outside subsided, Asuna Yuuki's eyes dimmed, she bit her lower lip, bent down to pack Shino Asada's things, and prepared to see her off.

Just Koichiro Yuuki escorted the two into the courtyard and opened the gate, a discreet black sedan drove in and stopped near the open space.

"Excuse me, is this the Yuuki Family?"

"You two left in a hurry, and Grandpa hasn't finished preparing the return gifts, so he asked me..."

A sophisticated lady with long, flowing blonde hair, adorned with pearl earrings and a ruby pendant, gracefully stepped out of the car, lifting the hem of her white fishtail gown.

As she explained her purpose to the Yuki couple, her gaze was instantly drawn to a figure to her left, and the conversation immediately stalled.

"Mr... Kevin..."

"It's such an honor to meet you here..."

At this moment, this "old acquaintance" from Toko City, who had always maintained the demeanor of a refined lady, was completely at a loss. Her cheeks were flushed, and her eyes held a mixture of fear and surprise.

"Gofuin... Arisa?"

The radiant socialite before him made him hesitate for a moment before he could recall her name.

At this moment, Kyoko Yuuki, who had been left standing aside, frowned slightly, but Shozo Yuuki, sensed something was amiss.

"Yes! I'm honored that you still remember my name..."

Arisa Gofuin nodded excitedly, her voice trembling slightly as she spoke. Her hands, gripping the sapphire blue LV bag, were white at the knuckles, and she would loosen and tighten her grip every now and then.

Shino Asada, standing to the side, looked at Kevin and Arisa Gofuin with a strange and suspicious gaze.

With a woman's intuition, Shino Asada keenly sensed in Arisa Gofuin's eyes a fervent emotion of flattery and closeness to her master, much like the wagging tail of a golden retriever at her feet.

She suspected that if Kevin said a few more words, this lady might faint from excitement on the spot, or even orgasm...

Uh... Stockholm Syndrome? Looks like it's pretty serious.

Kevin had a vague idea of why Arisa Gofuin this way, but he never expected her to be so ill when they met.

P. S.: Just to clarify, Arisa Gofuin will not be included in the package, you know why.

Chapter 185, Section 196: Your Pretentious Service Has Been Delivered

Stockholm Syndrome refers to a phenomenon in which victims of violence develop dependence, or even emotional attachment and worship, towards their abusers due to the threat to their lives.

The previous interrogation at Tennozu High School completely shattered Arisa Gofuin's psychological defenses.

Kevin, who gave her hope for life, seemed like a savior in the long darkness.

This dual nature of being both a perpetrator and a savior completely ensnared Arisa Gofuin, who subconsciously worshipped the strong, turning her into Kevin's spiritual subservient.

Therefore, even after she returned home safely, she continued to work with the Crawford family.

Even though Kyoko Yamaya had already released her from control, Arisa Gofuin's fanatical emotions had not subsided.

"Mr. Kevin, my grandfather asked me to give you his regards..."

Arisa Gofuin was so caught up in this mix of surprise and fear that she couldn't pull herself out of it; her eyes seemed to be fixed on the one person in front of her.

Kevin, who inwardly kept his distance from this woman, nodded stiffly and changed the subject.

"Arisa, is there anything important that brings you to the Yuuki Family?"

Arisa Gofuin then remembered the mission of her trip and immediately turned to greet the Yuki couple, who were forcing a smile.

"You two left in such a hurry before, and Grandpa needed some time to prepare the return gifts. Now that everything is settled, he specially sent me to pay a visit."

Inside the black sedan, an elderly man who appeared to be a butler respectfully handed a sealed document bag to Arisa Gofuin in the back seat.

"This is..."

Shozo Yuuki took the document from the eldest daughter of the Gofuin family, opened it, glanced at it briefly, and was immediately shocked.

"Grandpa heard that you are in talks with the Crawford family about a video game development project, but you are struggling with land approval and the purchase of some equipment."

"The Gofuin family happens to have some vacant land and supply channels; they hope they can be of help to you..."

These two items were a godsend. Although RECT, the company to the Yuuki Family belonged, had some experience in e-commerce, even with the investment from the Crawford family...

But for this hyena, which was originally just scavenging carrion on the ground, trying to snatch food from the virtual reality gaming arena surrounded by lions is extremely difficult.

After all, they are a newly emerging family, far behind giants like the Gongen Financial Group and ME Company. Even the Takashiro family, which once dominated Toko City, could surpass them.

But now, with the support of the long-established aristocratic Gongen Financial Group, the true doors of the upper nobility have been opened to them.

Thank you so much!

Shozo Yuuki bowed slightly, offering a solemn thank you to Arisa for the offering.

"Grandpa said that these investments, along with the later capital injections, should be converted into a 20% share. I hope everyone has a pleasant working relationship. You are also welcome to bring your wife to our home more often..."

If it weren't for the fact that this woman kept glancing at Kevin out of the corner of her eye as she spoke, Arisa Gofuin Kōbōin's elegant demeanor would have been impeccable.

"Excuse me for asking, but you and Mr. Kevin..."

Shozo Yuuki hesitated for a moment before cautiously asking.

"Mr. Kevin is a lifelong friend of the Gofuin family! The doors of the Gofuin family are always open to him."

Arisa Gofuin stole a glance at Kevin, her face immediately flushing a captivating blush.

"Miss Arisa, he is merely a servant of the Crawford family. I hope you will not be deceived by sweet talk..."

Arisa Gofuin's high regard for Kevin made Kyoko Yuuki resentful.

This dissolute son, who had shaken her authority in the family and incited her daughter to rebel, was someone that the domineering Kyoko Yuuki could not stand.

"Laugh!"

Upon hearing this, Arisa Gofuin's expression changed drastically. She immediately snatched the document from Shozo Yuuki's hands, even going so far as to tear it in half.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Kevin is my savior, and I absolutely will not allow anyone to slander him!"

"It seems I need to remind Grandpa to reconsider our cooperation with the Yuuki Family..."

Being so humiliated, even with his good composure, Shozo Yuuki's face turned pale.

"Miss Arisa, the virtual reality game project is actually the result of joint discussions between the heads of the Yuuki Family, Countess Lara, and the Gongen Financial Group."

"Now, because of an outsider, you're unilaterally tearing up the contract. Isn't that disrespectful to your grandfather?"

Inside the back seat, the elderly man with gray hair and a sprightly demeanor also hesitated somewhat.

"Miss, do you think we should consult the head of the family first?"

Hearing the words of the steward of the Gofuin, Shozo Yuuki calmed down a little. He originally wanted to say a few nice words to ease the atmosphere.

Unexpectedly, the roar of motorcycles came from outside the door, and three black motorcycles filed in one after another.

"Asking for instructions? I don't think it's necessary. Croft is preparing to cancel this game development project and withdraw funding the next day."

Countess Lara removed her helmet, stretched lazily, and dropped a bombshell decision on the Yuuki couple.

"Just because of this person? Can he represent the will of the Crawford family?"

Shozo Yuuki reacted quickly, but his face was still full of disbelief.