Takahashi chuckled softly upon hearing this, and just as he was about to refuse, he suddenly remembered the notice issued by the Ubuyashiki Family last month.
The contents of the notice Flash through his mind, and alarm bells instantly went off in Takahashi's heart.
He looked at Yamamoto carefully for a few moments, then silently shook his head inwardly.
Don't scare yourself; what are the chances of such a coincidence?
I knew Mr. Yamamoto was religious when we worked together before!
However, just to be on the safe side, Takahashi still asked:
What does your sect do?
Yamamoto chuckled and introduced:
"Our teachings emphasize maintaining an optimistic and composed attitude, and facing life with joy!"
"Those things that cause you pain, just ignore them and forget about them!"
There's no need to force yourself to do things that annoy you!
"For example, as the ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus said."
Life is short, live it to the fullest!
"Life is short, live it up..."
Upon hearing this, Takahashi softly repeated it.
Many business people in Osaka know a little bit of English.
After all, one of the most important reasons for the development of this area is its coastal location, which allows for foreign trade.
When it comes to foreign trade, the main trading partners all say this.
Upon seeing Yamamoto's lips curled up slightly, revealing a joyful smile.
He nodded and then explained the meaning of the sentence:
Life is short, so seize the day!
Takahashi smiled wryly, "It's easier said than done."
Yamamoto said slowly, "No, it's easier than you think! Once you come with me to this sect, you'll find that many things become simpler, whether it's relationships, life, or work..."
Takahashi replied, "Don't religious sects just offer psychological comfort? In reality, we still have to face those things ourselves!"
Yamamoto gently shook his head and said:
"We are not one of those sects that appear respectable on the surface but actually use empty rhetoric to deceive ordinary people!"
"Our sect is truly effective! And we care about the most basic needs of our believers!"
Takahashi said warily, "You care about the most basic living conditions of your followers? Are you just giving money to them? So you're not coming to me to join because you're short of money and want me to contribute some, are you?"
Upon hearing this, Yamamoto's face stiffened for the first time that evening, but it quickly softened again, and he laughed:
"Hahaha... How could that be! You can join without worry. If they ask you for money later, you can just leave without worrying about me!"
We weren't very familiar with each other; we'd only worked together once!
Takahashi muttered something to himself, then asked:
"So how do you care about the lives of your believers?"
Just as Yamamoto was about to answer, the lights in the banquet hall suddenly dimmed.
"Looks like we should watch the performance first!" Yamamoto chuckled.
Takahashi nodded without saying anything more.
As the head of a group under Ubuyashiki, he had attended countless banquets like this before.
I'm quite familiar with the performances that are inserted during the banquet.
His gaze involuntarily drifted to the only brightly lit spot in the hall, though he wasn't really in the mood to look at it.
A group of performers dressed in dazzling Kabuki costumes slowly approached with light and orderly steps.
The leading female entertainer wore exquisite makeup, her eyes and brows radiating charm.
As the musicians struck the taiko drum, soothing and rhythmic music gently rippled through the hall.
The Kabuki performers also began to dance to the rhythm of the music.
Their dance steps were light and rhythmic, each movement like a beautiful painting. On stage, they sometimes gathered and sometimes dispersed.
After a long while, the performance ended, the lights came on, and applause rang out in the hall.
Takahashi hadn't been watching very closely, but upon hearing the applause, he still instinctively raised his hand and clapped along.
As Yamamoto clapped his hands, he turned back to Takahashi and asked:
Where were we?
Takahashi replied, "Speaking of how you care about the lives of your followers..."
"Yes, this is it! I remember now!"
Yamamoto nodded as if suddenly understanding, then chuckled softly:
"But this is our secret. If we were to reveal it, wouldn't others be able to form their own sect just like us?"
Takahashi nodded and continued to ask:
"Where is your sect located?"
Yamamoto shook his head and chuckled, "As you know, the government doesn't allow us to do these things, so we couldn't explain it to you in detail before you joined us!"
Seeing that he couldn't directly determine the other party's location, Takahashi frowned slightly, but quickly smoothed it out and continued to ask:
What are the conditions for joining you?
A knowing smile spread across Yamamoto's face:
"Our current leader is a young man, so... you know!"
Hearing this, Takahashi's slightly tense heart completely relaxed.
Isn't this just a sect that uses the name of a religious group to achieve its own selfish desires?
While there aren't many such sects, you'll inevitably learn about one or two if you come into contact with them frequently!
It seems this isn't the sect that Lady Ubuyashiki is looking for!
However, this kind of sect is no good either!
Takahashi then refused, saying, "I have nowhere to find beautiful women for your cult leader!"
Yamamoto smiled slightly, "Don't you have many in your group? You just need to introduce them. Our leader is a very respectful person towards women and won't force anyone. Whether they end up together depends on their own wishes!"
Upon hearing this, Takahashi frowned slightly, looking somewhat displeased.
He didn't like this trend, but he felt helpless about it.
This kind of atmosphere, which affects the entire environment, is beyond his control.
He can only control the people under his command!
Yamamoto noticed Takahashi's displeasure and spoke again:
"Our sect is even better than you imagine! Joining will allow you to easily obtain many things you never thought possible, and things that were originally difficult to handle will become simple! Whether it's in life, relationships, or even beauty..."
Takahashi felt a little disdainful upon hearing this.
Such words can only fool those who are struggling at the bottom of society.
They need to find a faith to anchor their spirits.
But I don't need it.
On the contrary, to Takahashi's surprise, Yamamoto still seemed to be a loyal follower of that sect.
However, his thought quickly vanished with Yamamoto's next sentence.
"Like my current club, it was only with that person's help that it grew to such a large size!"
His slightly excited words made Takahashi's previously relieved heart jump again.
Everything else mentioned above is normal!
At least it conforms to the behavior of human society.
but...
It's always been community groups that support religious sects; when did a religious sect start supporting a community group?
Takahashi took a deep breath, trying his best to suppress his emotions, and turned to Yamamoto to ask:
What is the name of your sect?
Yamamoto's lips curled slightly, and he looked intently at Takahashi before slowly speaking:
" The Eternal Paradise Cult..."
ps: No update tomorrow