Chapter 359
Thankfully, Scotland was still in the starting phase of the car; otherwise, after that one sentence from Usoppō Saiki, he would have been in a car accident at the very least.
But an emergency stop was inevitable; if it weren't for the seatbelt, Usakabe Saiki would have been thrown out.
Scotland turned pale and turned to look at Usui Saiki, trying to discern whether the other was joking.
That probably wasn't what he meant, was it? Given Usui Saiki's awful personality, it's not impossible for him to make such a pointless joke...
But faced with Scotland's suspicion, Usakabe Saiki just looked at him with a puzzled expression: "What's wrong with you?"
Scotland:"……"
Is this even human language?! His brother is dead! And he's not even allowed to feel sad or upset?! Is Bo Yezaki really so cold-hearted and heartless, with absolutely no empathy?!
Clearly, Bo Yezaki showed no sign of sadness whatsoever, and even impatiently urged him, "Hurry up and leave, or I won't be responsible for explaining if your brother catches up with us."
Scotland:"……"
etc.
Scotland asked, somewhat haltingly, "He... he's alright?"
“What could have happened to him?” Bo Yezaki scoffed. “He just got a tap on the head and woke up a long time ago.”
Scotland:"…………"
He felt he had been silent a lot today.
But with my emotions so volatile, I really didn't know what to say for a moment, and I felt like I was going to stutter as soon as I opened my mouth.
His heart, which had been pounding violently, had not yet returned to a normal rhythm, but Scotland's brain was somewhat blank due to the stimulation exceeding its threshold. Under the command of Usui Saiki, he mechanically restarted the vehicle and drove it out of the parking lot.
Scotland's brain finally restarted successfully only after he instinctively stopped at a red light.
"...Since he's alright, why did you say 'please accept my condolences'?"
Bo Yezaki said matter-of-factly, "Isn't it because you look too sad? I advise you to save your breath and stop acting like someone is already dead?"
Scotland was deeply shocked—was this the "condolences"?! Just the literal meaning?!
Sometimes you can tell that Usoppō Saiki's Mandarin is intentional, but most of the time you really don't know if he's doing it on purpose or if his skill level is just that bad...
After all, Usakabe Saiki is a child who returned from abroad. He didn't have much of an environment where he used Japanese before, and his personality is very straightforward and direct, which doesn't suit the subtle and verbose nature of Japanese.
Furthermore, Scotland recalled that it seemed that few people would point out Usaku Saiki's word choice error when they were speechless; they would just let it go after being speechless, unwilling to say anything more to Usaku Saiki.
People outside the organization are probably in the same boat. After all, most people believe in avoiding trouble, so even if Bo Yezaki is wrong, they don't bother to correct him as long as they understand the general idea, so as not to offend anyone.
Bo Yezhai has been misusing words for so many years, and everyone probably bears some responsibility for that.
"...So my brother is fine except for being a little dizzy from being hit on the head?" After confirming his brother's condition and finding that the injury was much less serious than he had imagined, Scotland immediately forgot his previous resentment towards Usakata Saiki's speaking skills and sincerely thanked him, "Thank you for saving my brother."
Yes, Scotland, who immediately moved away from the scene to wait for the call, still thinks it was Usuo Saiki who rescued Morofushi Takami from the fire.
Bo Yezhai truthfully said, "It's nothing, I just helped move the people out."
Even though he only carried the last 80 meters of the 200-meter stretch, you can still say he didn't help at all!
Scotland felt that Usui Saiki was being modest, and that the undercover veteran hadn't raised this child in vain! Although he had always lived in the dark, he clearly hadn't gone astray... uh, Scotland corrected himself a little guiltyly—he hadn't clearly gone astray.
Usoppō Saiki, who usually acts recklessly and erratically, suddenly did him such a big favor. Scotland didn't know how to thank him enough.
"Is there anything I can do for you?" Scotland knew that beating around the bush would be ineffective when dealing with Usakabe Saiki, so he simply asked directly.
Bo Yezaki didn't stand on ceremony: "I'll call you when I need you."
Scotland responded but didn't say anything like "I won't do anything illegal or disorderly"... If it's a really difficult request, we can refuse it later; there's no need to provoke Usoppō Saiki now.
Besides, he felt that Bo Yezhaiji didn't need him to do this; he could just ask someone like Chianticoen, and they would definitely be willing to help.
The only help that I can give... Scottish thought about it and felt that he was easily replaceable in many ways, and it seemed that only his undercover identity was special in the organization... But no matter how bored Usoya Saiki was, he wouldn't be so bored as to ask him to quit his undercover work and go back to his hometown to farm, right?
In short, it's up to Usakabe Saiki to make a request. Even if he doesn't make a request, he still wants to express his gratitude and will help with the cleaning when he has time.
Just as Scottish was thinking that he had just finished a mission and should have time to visit Usui Saiki's house, he received a phone call.
"What is it?" Scotland was driving and immediately pressed the speakerphone button without any hesitation.
Vodka's voice rang out in the carriage: "Scotland, are you alone now?"
He asked in a very tactful way, but Scotland immediately knew that Vodka wanted to know where Usui was, so he glanced at Usui.
Usoppei, who was resting in the passenger seat with some fatigue—and it's true, rescuing people from the fire was quite tiring—suddenly perked up at the sound of vodka, his eyes sparkling as he looked at Scotland and made a gesture.
The Scottish man understood: "I sent him away. Are you looking for him?"
"Of course not!" Vodka's emotions suddenly surged, then he calmed down again. "New mission, you can go straight back to base."
This neurotic behavior is undoubtedly a consequence of years of bullying by Usui Saiki, and it's truly pitiful to hear about.
But even Gin had become so used to Vodka's neurotic behavior whenever Usuiba Saiki was mentioned that he was practically oblivious to it, just as Vodka had become accustomed to Gin becoming mute whenever Usuiba Saiki was around. Usuiba Saiki had undeniably had a significant impact on certain members of the organization...
Scotland asked, "What mission? I just finished a mission, shouldn't I be able to rest for a bit? I promised Potts I'd do his house cleaning."
Having just felt sorry for Scotland, Vodka now felt sorry for them too. But since it was Gin who had chosen Scotland—and Gin still had a problem with Chianti—Vodka could only advise, "That's perfect! This mission is in Tokyo! You go do the mission, and afterwards you can clean up for Potts. It won't take up any time!"
Scotland is speechless; they've discovered that vodka doesn't even speak human language anymore...
"How many days?" Scotland knew from this attitude that he couldn't refuse, so he compromised.
Vodka breathed a sigh of relief: "Not sure, just in case we need a sniper. It mainly depends on what intelligence the guy who infiltrated the investigation meeting gets."
Scotland's eyes suddenly sharpened.
Infiltrating the investigation meeting... What kind of case would even require the organization's involvement?
What was originally just a secondary concern has now become something Scotland is genuinely interested in understanding and figuring out what's going on.
“Okay, I’ll go back right away.” After agreeing, Scotland turned to look at Usakata Saiki. “Where should I take you?”
He thought that given Bo Yezaki's personality, he might insist on going back to the organization's base with him. He even came up with an excuse for bringing Bo Yezaki back again, but Bo Yezaki said...
"Just find a hotel to drop me off." Usakata Saiki blinked. "I'll wait for someone in Nagano."
Scotland: "...Okay. Who are we waiting for? Someone I know?"
You don't know him.
Scotland nodded slowly.
Does Usuoba Saiki actually know anyone in Nagano...? I feel inexplicably uneasy!
It's unlikely that he did something to his brother, and his brother sent people to investigate. Were the people like Bo Yezaki the ones conducting the investigation?
No, no, no, his brother is very cautious; he wouldn't do such a thing...
These past few hours in Scotland have been incredibly exciting, and now that I'm leaving, I'm filled with unease and doubt.
When they arrived at the nearest hotel, Scotland was about to say a few words, but the moment Usakata Saiki got out of the car, his phone suddenly rang. He got out of the car while answering the call, and without even glancing at him, he closed the car door. Scotland didn't have time to say anything.
Scotland sighed and was about to start the car to leave the hotel when he suddenly noticed a wallet on the passenger seat.
He knew what should be in his own car, so he immediately recognized it as Usakabe Saiki's wallet. He quickly picked it up, intending to call Usakabe Saiki back and return the wallet to him—otherwise, he wouldn't have enough money for a hotel and would likely have to call him back for help.
As soon as the Scottish man picked up the wallet, the folded wallet naturally unfolded, revealing the ticket compartment inside.
However, what Scotland saw first was a photograph.
A familiar-looking boy stares at the camera with unfamiliar eyes; his sharp yet gloomy aura sends chills down your spine even across dimensions.
Scotland was even stunned for a moment before realizing that this was Usaku Saiki from his childhood.
...Compared to now, her personality has completely changed!!!
The one in the photo looks like a proper second-generation member of the organization! Could it be that if Usui Saiki hadn't bowed his head, this is what his demeanor would be like?
Scotland has never been so acutely aware of the truly devastating impact of the legendary head-bumping incident! Without comparison, it's unimaginable!
If he weren't worried that Usakabe Saiki might discover his wallet was missing and come back to him at any moment, he would have quickly taken a picture with his phone.
This photo is so striking.
Scotland took a deep breath, looked up at the window, and searched for Usui Saiki's figure.
Usoppō Saiki was still on the phone.
Come to think of it, I don't even know whose phone it was, but Usopp Saiki answered so readily... Scottish thought absentmindedly, as he rolled down the car window, intending to call out.
Having probably heard the commotion in Scotland, Usakabe Saiki subconsciously turned his head to look at him.
The silver-haired youth had an unfamiliar, indifferent expression, and his light green eyes held a kind of inorganic detachment as he looked over.
At this moment, all the fancy decorations on his body seemed to lose their presence, only his eyes, which seemed to be impenetrable to everything in the world, swept over with an inexplicable sense of oppression.
Scotland wanted to call out to the other person, but the words caught in its throat.
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After being insane for so long, the sudden appearance of Usui Saiki (?), a typical second-generation member of an organization, provided a jolt.
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Vodka becomes emotionally unstable when it comes to the matter of Usoppō Saiki.
Gin becomes mute upon seeing Saiki Usui.
Scotland: It's so pitiful to see this.
Vodka: ? Aren't you supposed to be cleaning too?
Scotland: I volunteered.
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Regarding the Japanese proficiency of the leaf:
Scotland: He's been like this for so many years, everyone has a responsibility.
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