The Emperor

"First, thank you both for your candor."

As a professional, after doing a little mental preparation, Asao Sakura still decided she couldn't let the Yasui Company lose face.

Taking a deep breath, she first made it clear that she knew all about the two of them dealing with the people who had come before.

"I think this is a good development for both sides."

"By 'both sides,' I mean the Yasui Company and the two of you personally."

She deliberately stressed "personally," clearly hoping Fu Qian and the other person wouldn't feel so much collective loyalty.

"According to the information we have, your meeting with the Night Watchers was also an unofficial contact. We can even respect your privacy and refrain from asking about the details."

Faced with a request that had little chance of success to begin with, Asao Sakura decisively chose to retreat in order to advance.

"Actually, you can consider my visit today a friendly one. There's no need to feel nervous."

Neither Violetta nor Dancy objected, so Asao Sakura continued speaking at length.

"I wonder what Lady Violetta thinks of Leaf Island? One thing I can guarantee is that on Leaf Island, no organization can do for you what the Yasui Company can't—not for good or ill, including the Night Watchers."

What bravado!

Fu Qian understood Asao Sakura's meaning perfectly. She was simply trying to use both rewards and threats to get him and Su Gao to become turncoats and eliminate the Hidden Danger for good.

But was it really appropriate to be so blatant about it?

"It seems Carlos is really under a lot of pressure."

The next moment, Fu Qian offered a languid comment.

The remark was somewhat abrupt, but Asao Sakura had clearly understood it.

"If you've done something wrong, you deserve