Coulson saw that Takasugi Shinsuke had made up his mind and said nothing more.
At last, his gaze fell on Kuroko No Tasuke, who had remained inconspicuous the entire time.
The man had seemed like air from the very beginning.
If one did not deliberately pay attention to him, it was easy to forget there was another person there.
"Mr. Kuroko."
Coulson's eyes lit up as though he had discovered a priceless treasure.
"Your trait of having such a 'weak presence' is practically made for intelligence work and covert operations."
"I strongly recommend that you join CIPHER-POL or the Criminal Investigation Bureau."
"Your prospects there would be limitless."
"Kuroko."
Before Kuroko No Tasuke could answer, Takasugi suddenly spoke from beside him.
"Come help me."
"Who knows what trouble we'll encounter over on Sea Star."
"But if I'm going to rebuild the Kiheitai, I'll need shadows who can operate in the dark."
"Kuroko!"
Katsura's expression changed drastically, and he immediately urged, "I think you should listen to Mr. Coulson!"
"Joining the World Government means a secure job!"
"For the sake of your future, you absolutely cannot follow Takasugi into the underworld!"
Kuroko No Tasuke stood where he was.
His gaze beneath the shadows moved between his two old friends.
On one side was a stable, high-paying job; on the other was an uncertain adventure.
Yet he barely hesitated before slowly walking over to Takasugi Shinsuke.
Then he gave Coulson a slight bow.
"I'm very sorry, but I've decided to follow Takasugi for now."
"Because compared to my future..."
Kuroko No Tasuke's voice was soft but resolute.
"I want even more to help the companion I worry about most."
"At least until he gains a foothold on Sea Star, before considering anything else."
"Hmph~"
Takasugi snorted in feigned displeasure, but the slight