The Amazing Son-in-Law: Chapters 1721-1725

Chapter 1721

Lord Banks' thinking was deeply influenced by his father, a veteran of war. The battlefield, unlike the business world, demanded ruthlessness. His business philosophy was simple: eliminate all opponents. Choosing between the Ito and Takahashi families meant eliminating one. To Lord Banks, it was like choosing between two ships—only one was needed.

Ordinary people choose haphazardly; smart people research thoroughly; ruthless people choose the strongest ship and then scuttle the other. This prevents the remaining ship from becoming a threat. The opponent is left stranded, unable to compete. This strategy is brutal but effective.

Zayne, Fitz, and Zara, products of peacetime, lacked the older generation's ruthlessness. However, Zara immediately understood Zayne's explanation of her grandfather's strategy.

"Dad," she said, "Grandpa's strategy is brilliant! It will cripple the Wade family and increase our influence in Japan. I worried about choosing between the Takahashi and Ito families, as each has strengths and weaknesses. Winning over one and then destroying the other is perfect!"

Zayne emphasized, "Our greatest enemy, past, present, and future, is the Wade family. In any field, we prioritize eliminating them; if they're not present, we prevent their entry."

"The old Anti-Leaf Alliance is gone, but we must still defeat the Wade family to prevent them from forming a new alliance against us. Understand?"

"Understand!" the siblings replied in unison.

Zayne nodded. "Consider not only your grandfather's strategy, but also his tactics. The older generation saw business as war, brutal and unforgiving. But decades of peace have softened people; the gap between business and war has widened…"

Zara declared, "Dad, you're right. My brother and I will cultivate our ruthless nature."

Zayne, watching the video, admired them. "The future of the Banks family belongs to your generation. If you embrace your ancestors' ruthlessness, the Banks family will reach unparalleled heights!"

The ambition to elevate the Banks family to world dominance resonated with Zara and Fitz. Unbeknownst to Fitz, a figure—a Takahashi family ninja—was outside his window, using a listening device to record their conversation.

Chapter 1722

The ninja, Teng Lin Zhengzhe, was tasked by Maki Takahashi to monitor Fitz. Knowing their opponent's plans in business negotiations is advantageous. The worst-case scenario is having your cards revealed, like in poker. Knowing your opponent's hand guarantees victory, even with a weaker hand.

Takahashi desperately wanted the Banks family's strategy. Upon receiving the recording from Teng Lin Zhengzhe, he was terrified. The Banks family's strategy wasn't merely a strong hand; it was a lethal one!

Their strategy—choosing one family and eliminating the other—sent chills down Takahashi's spine. He muttered, "That old man is a beast!"

He admitted he never considered eliminating the Ito family, only suppressing them. Lord Banks' cruelty—eliminating a competitor completely—shocked him. He realized he had no choice; refusal to cooperate meant certain destruction.

Takahashi's fear stemmed from the Banks family's superior strength. International economics favored China's rapid growth, leaving other nations stagnant, including Japan. Japan's declining GDP (from $6 trillion in 2011 to just over $4 trillion in 2018) weakened its families significantly.

Takahashi formulated a plan: attack the Ito family, mirroring the Banks family's attack on the Wade family. To scuttle the Ito family's ship, the Banks family had to eliminate the Wade family first.

Chapter 1723

Takahashi Eiji's arm surgery was completed. Takahashi Machi longed for revenge on his son's attacker, but prioritized securing the Banks family's cooperation. Teng Lin Zhengzhe was tracking the attacker.

Eiji, though under local anesthesia, was conscious and emotional seeing his father.

"Father, I'm sorry for causing you trouble," he said.

Maki Takahashi comforted him, promising to take him home to rest.

Then, a message: Ito Yuhiko, sent flowers and fruit baskets. Takahashi Machi immediately suspected mockery, remembering a similar gesture after Ito's daughter's injury. Eiji agreed, remembering the different reactions in Japan to their respective injuries.

Eiji’s public humiliation fueled his frustration, contrasting greatly with the widespread sympathy for Ito Nanako. This led to uncontrollable tears.

Chapter 1724

Even if Eiji killed Charlie Wade, the damage to his reputation was irreversible. Takahashi Machi was contemplating how to comfort his son when Ito Yuhiko called, his voice dripping with sarcasm.

Their conversation quickly turned confrontational, with Ito mocking Takahashi's humiliation. Takahashi hung up, only to receive a text message continuing the mockery, followed by another taunting message.

The final message from Ito Yuhiko used a Chinese idiom to describe his situation, enraging Takahashi. He smashed his phone in a fit of rage, vowing revenge. For the first time, he felt pure murderous intent towards Ito Yuhiko.

Chapter 1725

Takahashi Machi and Ito Yuhiko had been rivals for years, but their competition remained within the bounds of business. Both products of postwar Japan's insecure climate, they lacked the older generation's ruthlessness, their rivalry staying in the commercial field. This resembled the restrained competition of business giants like Alibaba and Tencent.

Overhearing the Banks family's video conference changed everything. Takahashi Machi felt a sudden clarity. He no longer wanted to compete with Ito Yuhiko; he wanted him gone, along with the entire Ito family. He created a death list: Ito Yuhiko first, followed by Charlie Wade.

Eliminating Charlie Wade was feasible (with the ninja’s help); Ito Yuhiko presented a greater challenge. The Ito family's strength and social standing made a direct attack risky. The solution: ally with the Banks family to weaken the Ito family, making their elimination easier later. The cooperation with the Banks family was essential for Takahashi's plan.

Teng Lin Zhengzhe and his three assistants continued their surveillance.