Edo, Thousand Affairs House—
"..."
Mr. Kiryu, sitting seriously behind the counter, was intently studying a letter in his hands.
This letter was penned in graceful calligraphy, with the single signature "Lin" at the end.
"Oh... this is truly..."
After reading the last word of the letter, Mr. Kiryu, who usually maintained a calm demeanor, rarely raised his eyebrows, showing an intriguing expression of surprise.
Suddenly—
Thump, thump...
There was a sound like something heavy falling to the ground from the second floor.
Drawn by this strange noise, Kiryu put away the letter in his hand and looked up at the ceiling above him.
"What's that noise...? What's the Young Master up to..."
Muttering softly, Kiryu rose and turned into the hallway of the Thousand Affairs House, climbing the stairs to the second floor.
Mukiwa's boudoir was not closed.
So, when Kiryu reached Mukiwa's wide-open room, he could take in the scene inside entirely.
