The Chaotic Beginning of Tokyo District

Hiruko Kagefusa running wasn't something Wood was too surprised by, but Hokawa Takuto surviving was unexpected.

"Hiruko Kagefusa is useless... he couldn't even take down a conceited fool with more ambition than talent, and he let him escape."

"Hearing this news, none of you seem too surprised?"

Looking at Rentaro, who showed a hint of surprise, and Wood and Tendou Kikur, who were calm, Holy Emperor found it strange. After all, she had been quite panicked and shocked when she heard the news last night.

"We expected Hiruko Kagefusa to run. Rentaro was so worried about something happening that he even went ahead to remind the guard team. He was apparently mistaken for having ulterior motives and was almost shot to death by a hail of bullets."

Hearing Wood's words, Holy Emperor's small mouth parted in surprise. She then said, "But the situation I heard from Hokawa Takuto is completely different. According to Hokawa Takuto, who fled back, the reason their guard team failed this time was because of your Tendou Security Company. Hokawa Takuto stated that while escorting Hiruko Kagefusa, they were suddenly attacked by you. They were caught off guard, and that's how Hiruko Kagefusa escaped. Because they trusted you too much, you colluded with Hiruko Kagefusa, leading to the annihilation of the guard team."

Upon hearing Holy Emperor's description of events, Wood and the others were stunned. Then, Wood burst into laughter. "This Hokawa Takuto is truly a talent. I guess he's an elite from a prestigious university. His storytelling skills are professional-grade. It's a shame he's not a writer."

Seeing Wood laughing carelessly, Rentaro said indignantly, "Wood, we're being slandered right now, and you can still laugh so happily. If anyone believes Hokawa Takuto's story, we'll become accomplices to Hiruko Kagefusa."

Looking at the flustered Rentaro,