The Amazing Son-in-Law (Chapters 1681-1685) – Cleaned Up Passage

Chapter 1681

Hiroshi Tanaka was surprised by Nanako Ito's excited reaction to the news of Charlie Wade's arrival in Japan. He silently questioned her enthusiasm, considering Charlie Wade's reliance on her father for $4.5 billion. However, Koichi Tanaka dared not voice this concern.

Nanako Ito, noticing his silence, urgently asked, "Tanaka-san, is it true? Charlie Wade is in Japan?"

Koichi Tanaka replied, "Yes, Miss. He's in Tokyo; I saw him today."

Nanako Ito inquired, "Did he come to collect from Kobayashi Pharmaceutical?"

Hiroshi Tanaka answered truthfully, "It seems so, Miss. I don't have all the details, but it's likely he's here for that."

Nanako Ito felt a pang of regret. She mused, "If he's only here for Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, he'll probably only stay in Tokyo for a few days. He'll return to China after finishing business. He won't come to Kyoto, and I won't have a chance to see him"

A strong impulse seized her: she wanted to go to Tokyo to see Charlie Wade. She hurriedly asked Koichi Tanaka, "Tanaka-san, do you know how long Charlie Wade will stay in Tokyo?"

Hiroshi Tanaka awkwardly replied, "Miss, I'm not sure"

Nanako Ito declared, "Tell Watanabe-san to prepare the car; we'll leave for Tokyo tomorrow morning."

"Back to Tokyo?" Tanaka asked, surprised. "Miss, weren't you planning to focus on your training in Kyoto? Why the sudden change? Is it because of Mr. Wade?"

Nanako Ito blurted out, "Yes! I want to see Charlie Wade-kun. If I don't go, I'll miss my chance!"

Hiroshi Tanaka sensed something amiss. He thought, "The eldest lady is always reserved, never swayed by the opposite sex. But her excitement about Charlie Wade's arrival, and her plan to see him tomorrow, is unusual Could it be that she's fallen for Charlie Wade?!"

This realization shocked him. He reasoned, "The eldest lady admires strong martial artists, and Charlie Wade is a master. His strength might explain her feelings But the president is a staunch nationalist. He's made it clear that her future husband must be Japanese. If the president learns of her feelings for Charlie Wade, he'll be furious!"

Hiroshi Tanaka urgently said, "Miss, I'm worried!"

Chapter 1682

Despite being separated by phone, both Nanako Ito and Koichi Tanaka blushed at his words.

She stammered, "Tanaka-san you you misunderstood. I I don't I don't have romantic feelings for Mr. Wade"

Hiroshi Tanaka sighed, "Miss, I've served the Ito family for years and know you well. I'm not prying, but your father is very perceptive. He'll see through you. You might not only miss Mr. Wade but also reveal your feelings to your father"

Nanako Ito was speechless. She knew Tanaka meant well and that her father, Ito Yuhiko, would never approve of a relationship with a foreigner. He had repeatedly emphasized that her husband must be purely Japanese, excluding even those of Korean or Chinese descent who had lived in Japan for generations.

He considered even prominent Japanese individuals of Korean descent, like SoftBank's Masayoshi Son, not truly Japanese because of his grandfather's origins in Daegu, South Korea. This mirrors how some Americans view Chinese Americans as still being "Chinese" despite their citizenship.

Aware of her father's inflexibility, Nanako Ito feared the consequences of a hasty action. Koichi Tanaka was right. If she went to Tokyo to meet Charlie Wade, her father would be furious, possibly restricting her freedom or arranging a marriage for her.

Dejected, Nanako Ito murmured, "Thank you, Tanaka-san. I understand"

Hiroshi Tanaka asked, "Miss, are you still going to Tokyo tomorrow?"

Nanako Ito was silent before sadly replying, "I won't go back. It's best to avoid any further complications for Charlie Wade."

Hiroshi Tanaka breathed a sigh of relief. "Miss, you're wise. The president is already angry with Mr. Wade. If it weren't for the Banks Family's cooperation, he'd have already taken action. Meeting Mr. Wade now would only make things worse"

Nanako Ito whispered, feeling a profound sense of loss, "I know, Tanaka-san. Can I ask you something?"

Hiroshi Tanaka responded, "Miss, please give your instructions!"

Nanako Ito said, "If your father's conflict with Charlie Wade intensifies, Tanaka-san, please stop him. Don't let him harm Charlie Wade-kun."

Chapter 1683

Nanako Ito knew Charlie Wade's strength far surpassed her own. Master Yamamoto Kazuki had mentioned that Charlie Wade's internal energy, not just brute force, had destroyed his muscles and veins. His skill was even greater than that of Japanese ninjutsu masters. Yet, her father underestimated this, thinking Charlie Wade only surpassed Yamamoto Kazuki and his bodyguards.

Hiroshi Tanaka, embarrassed, hastily replied, "Miss, I understand. I'll do my best to persuade the president if he clashes with Mr. Wade."

Nanako Ito hummed softly, then sighed, "It's okay, Tanaka-san. Just let me know if anything happens."

Hiroshi Tanaka said, "Very well, Miss. I won't disturb your rest!"

After the call, Nanako Ito gazed at the sky, feeling melancholy. She had longed to see Charlie Wade, now only a few hundred kilometers away. Yet, the thought of her father discovering their meeting prevented her. The dark clouds above parted, revealing the stars. She sighed, "It seems there will be no snow tonight." She then returned to her room.

Chapter 1684

Nanako Ito soaked in the hot spring, which helped alleviate her pain. She avoided the analgesic pump to protect her nerves. She thought of her shy encounter with Charlie Wade, and the indirect kiss they shared through a milk tea straw.

That night, she subconsciously wrote Charlie Wade's name in traditional Chinese characters on the water’s surface, the characters quickly disappearing. She couldn’t sleep, thinking of Charlie Wade and the slim chance of seeing him again. The expected snowfall was delayed. She felt it was a cruel twist of fate, lamenting, "Perhaps, I have no relationship with Charlie Wade!"

Chapter 1685

The next day, Mr. Quinton oversaw the preparation of Chinese herbal medicines for Charlie Wade, ensuring their timely delivery to Tokyo. Meanwhile, at the Banks Family residence, Lord Banks held his daily morning meeting. He stressed the importance of accelerating cooperation with the Japanese in the context of the global economic downturn and the opportunity to acquire shipping companies at low prices. He aimed to establish the Banks Family as the undisputed leader, surpassing the combined strength of the Wade and Sun families. One of his grandsons questioned the risk involved in investing heavily in shipping during such uncertain times, which prompted a stern rebuke from his father, Jordan Banks. The old man was determined to achieve his ambitious goal, even if it meant a high level of risk.

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