Lin Ao and Long Aotian soon arrived at an eight-story building.
The entire building belonged to the Ito Association.
"Looks like they've really been crushed. They've been forced to squeeze into a place like this."
Lin Ao sighed. No wonder Ito Mieko had been pulling out all the stops to secure the support of the Ao Corporation.
As soon as they got out of the car, Lin Ao spotted Ito Mieko in a kimono. She stood at the entrance beside an elderly man, who had presumably been waiting for Lin Ao's arrival for some time.
A line of muscular men covered in all kinds of tattoos stood below the building.
Lin Ao realized that people in Little Japan really liked putting on this kind of show. Wherever they went, there were always two rows of people bowing.
"Welcome, Chairman, and Executive Long! We're honored to have you visit our humble establishment!"
With Ito Mieko supporting him, the old man hurried over, leaning on his cane and visibly excited.
"Greetings, Chairman. My name is Ito Taichi, Mieko's grandfather. I'm deeply grateful that you agreed to our Ito Association's request. Thank you so much!"
After speaking, Ito Taichi bowed deeply to Lin Ao, overcome with emotion.
"Mr. Ito, there's no need to be so formal. This is a partnership, after all. We both benefit."
Lin Ao replied politely. Ito Taichi respectfully led Lin Ao and Long Aotian into the Ito Association's building.
"Chairman, please come in. I've prepared a banquet and have been waiting for your arrival."
They made their way to the reception room, where two scantily clad young women were already seated, waiting for Lin Ao and the others.
Lin Ao took one look and thought, You really do think about how to drain me dry wherever I go.
"Heh