Chapter 25 The Disappointing Hero Interjects at the Right Moments
We have moved to a different room!
A small venue for holding a modest ceremony in private.
Well, it feels like a little cafe.
The participants are as follows.
From the Yanashima family, there are five people: my in-laws, the eldest son Ryuya-san, the eldest daughter Shiori-san, and the sow.
Ryuya-san and Shiori-san had their spouses join the ceremony, but they had to leave their seats.
Well, there's nothing to say, right?
Besides, my mother-in-law and Shiori-san won't interfere too much.
From the Higashimura family, there are three people: my parents and me... but I asked my mom to watch Junji-kun in a slightly distant place where she can't hear the conversation here.
Well, it's too much to have a child participate in this hell, right?
By the way, my dad is hiding his presence.
Is he a ninja or something?
Well, he's not good at rough stuff.
One year ago, the genes that shaped me undoubtedly belong to this person! That's the feeling. Also, the Kato couple, Takashi and Misa-chan.
Considering the fact that the sow is pregnant, she is on the sofa, and next to her, the father-in-law, the caretaker of the sow farm, monitors the escape. The rest of us gathered around, each with a regular chair.
For Mizuno, pretending it's just a family matter, I asked her to leave the seat, saying, 'I'll explain the details later.' After all, I can't afford inconsistencies.
Now then. The main match is mostly settled, but this is where it really begins. If I make a mistake in the details, I might end up being the villain. The story to proceed from here is...
"Absolutely, I knew nothing and the evidence was gathered independently by Misa-chan."
These two points. If I knew about the surrogacy plan and still proposed, got engaged, and registered, it means I did it knowingly. Therefore, I can't hold the other person responsible. I must insist that I am the victim. And before the discussion, there's something I need to say.
"Father-in-law."
"What is it, Tadayuki-kun?"
"I will record this situation. I don't want to have any arguments about what was said or not later."
"...I understand."
I set up the video camera and started the discussion. The first thing was the explanation from the person who caused this commotion on the surface, Misa-chan.
"I have been suspecting the relationship between my husband and Kanae-san for a long time. So, when I went back to my son and my parents' home, I installed video cameras in the living room, the Japanese-style room, and the bedroom... and I got the footage that you all saw. That's how it happened."
"But, why did you show the video in a place like this... Wasn't there any other way?"
Ryuya-san expressed his displeasure, but Misa-chan answered without showing any remorse.
"I chose this place because my husband is good at talking, and I thought he would escape and confuse me if I was alone. However, if he is angry that he disturbed everyone who has nothing to do with this, he will visit them all later and apologize, and explain the details of what happened."
"Ah, no, that's not what I meant... I understand if you had such circumstances. It's Kanae's fault in the first place, and I will go and apologize from my side."
Hehe, Ryuya-san is perceptive and quite helpful.
Summarizing Misa-chan's words crudely...
"Huh? You got complaints even though you're at fault? If that's the case, I'll spread the word later, you scoundrel!"
So, it's expected that Takashi will criticize something like 'Why in a situation like this...' from the other side. I have come up with some counters for this, and have passed them on to Misa-chan. As the Yanashima family, we don't want to spread such scandals any further, so we won't persistently argue.
"Ryuya, before blaming Misa-san, I have something to say."
The father-in-law stood up and bowed to Misa-san.
"This time, our daughter caused you trouble."
"No, it's not your responsibility. Kanae-san is an adult, and the responsibility lies with her. Moreover, if we're talking about causing trouble, then my husband caused trouble on your side. As his wife, I apologize."
Also standing up, Misa-chan bowed. Seeing that, the father-in-law said as if unable to bear it.
"Kanae, Kato-kun. What are you two doing while Misa-san and I are bowing like this?"
It was a low, admonishing tone, yet underneath, there was a simmering magma. Kanae and Takashi stood up with a start and bowed.
"Sorry, Dad!"
"Yanashima-san, I apologize!"
Oh, these two... Before I could comment in my mind, father-in-law shouted,
"You're apologizing to the wrong person! Apologize to Tadayuki-kun and Misa-san, the ones you troubled!"
"Well, well, Father-in-law... Before apologies, wouldn't it be better to hear the circumstances? Even if it's just a misunderstanding, we shouldn't jump to conclusions... Besides, let's keep our voices down."
I used my eyes to indicate Junji-kun's presence in the distance. My father-in-law calmed down a bit and sat back.
"Yeah, you're right. Sorry for getting worked up."
Everyone sat back down, and the inquiry began again. Before the two could start talking, Ryuya-san warned them.
“I don't want to say this, but both my father and I are professionals when it comes to police interrogations. If we feel like both of you are lying, we won't hesitate to dig deeper, you know?”
“Big brother, you don't have to say it like that...”
Kanae muttered something that seemed like a protest.
Does this girl understand her position? Well, she probably still can't accept reality.
“Well, for now, let's hear it from Kanae.”
Ryuya-san turned to Kanae, looking somewhat exasperated.
“No, it's not like that! I-I tried to stop it, but Ta-kun really wants me to have the baby!”
“No, wait a minute! You said you absolutely wanted to have it!”
As Takashi and Kanae’s ugly argument started, Ryuya-san slammed the table with a 'bang!' and intervened.
“Let's discuss this while organizing things. Since when did your relationship start?”
“Uh, well, that's...”
The moment Kanae glanced at Takashi, Ryuya-san quickly interjected.
"Oops... Kanae, go whisper to Dad, then let Takashi answer. Given the situation, at least show sincerity by speaking honestly."
Oh, impressive, seems like a police officer.
No chance for coordinating stories or creating a narrative while observing each other's reactions.
Unless there's prior preparation for what to do if exposed, like crisis management or coordinating stories, it'll definitely fall apart.
Hmm, the way he corners the other party, quite educational!
After a quick glance at Takashi, Kanae whispered to father-in-law.
After raising an eyebrow, father-in-law cautioned her to "stay quiet for a while" and then asked Takashi,
"Kanae claims there's been a relationship for about two years, is that true?"
Huh? Wouldn't saying that render it meaningless?
"Y-yes, that's right, about two years!"
Takashi desperately answered, trying to make them believe. Well, I know it's a lie though.
Huh? Kanae seems flustered after Takashi's response... something's up, huh?
Takashi's answer got the same reaction as Ryuya earlier; father-in-law slammed the table, "Bang!"
"Kanae said it's been a year here! Are you still lying? Leave your phones untouched, and put them here!"
Whoa, talk about leading the witness! Well played, old man! Nah, I bet Ryuya planned this out since he brought it up. Being an active cop is no joke! Gotta keep my cards close too!
Kanae and Takashi look like they've seen a ghost, but I'm dying inside!
But seriously, why do I feel so left out here? The Yanashima duo is on fire!
Ah, this is too fun!
The two hand over their phones. That's when I finally spoke up after a while.
"Sorry, can I confirm something?"
"Tadayuki-kun?"
"Yes, I don't distrust father-in-law or Ryuya brother-in-law, but you're still Kanae's family. ...You get what I mean, right?"
Considering the Yanashima family, it's better to erase any evidence of affair. That's why I don't leave everything to two people.
"...Ah. Both of you, unlock your phones, Kanae, hand it to Tadayuki, Kato, give it to your wife... okay?"
Perhaps due to the earlier exchange, or they surrendered their resistance, they complied.
Receiving the unlocked phones, I checked the messaging app. The exchange from that time wasn't deleted.
Haha, what fools.
"Huh, since high school...?"
I looked at Kanae as if surprised. Kanae was looking down.
I took out my phone from my pocket and captured their exchange. Kanae, noticing the camera sound, raised her face and shouted.
"Hey, stop it, Tadayuki!"
"No, I have to leave evidence. Misa-chan, please."
"Yes."
Misa-chan also snapped pictures with Takashi's phone.
After finishing the shoot and placing the smartphone on the table, I spoke while pretending to be in sorrow.
"So, the two of you...deceived me and Misa-chan since high school, pretending to be lovers and friends, laughing behind our backs. Seriously?"
Well, I knew about it beforehand!
"But, but!"
Kanae, in an attempt to salvage the situation, desperately spoke.
"When Tadayuki proposed to me, I was really happy! So, I stopped those things with Taka-chan from then on! It's just a story before marriage, so please forgive me!"
No way, anyone who can forgive in this situation is probably a saint with a place in history. Even so,
'Higashimura Tadayuki, 200× year – 20×× year
Despite being plotted against with a false pregnancy by his fiancée, forgave her with a broad heart, leaving behind numerous anecdotes, like a saint featured on Wikipedia.'
I don't want to be on Wikipedia with such content. In response to Kanae's selfish request, Misa-chan rummaged through her bag, took out an envelope, and spread its contents on the table.
"After the video recording here, this is the investigation report I requested from a detective agency. It serves as evidence that the two have been meeting at love hotels recently."
In the presented photos, there are images of the two entering and leaving a love hotel.
"N-No, that's, from the past..."
Even as Kanae tried to make excuses, I pointed to a certain photo.
"No, Kanae, with this belly, that's impossible."
"No, it's different! At that time, I had severe constipation, and my belly was bulging!"
"No, the clothes you're wearing at that time, I gave you a little while ago, the latest from Jill Lightning, right..."
"Ah... but, n-no, it's different, different!"
"First of all, in the message app exchange just now, you were not only talking about recent appointments but also sharing impressions."
I present the relevant part from the captured images. There, there was an exchange like, 'Even though my belly is a bit in the way due to pregnancy, my chest has gotten bigger, so the range of play has widened.'
"No, it's not like that, really, it's just a made-up story or a game, anyway, it's not like that!"
Um, what are you?
Are you a bot that said "It's not like that"?
"Kanaeee!"
And here, my father-in-law reached his limit.
He slapped Kanae's cheek with a resounding "Slappp!"
It seemed like he forgot that she's pregnant, delivering an unmerciful blow without holding back.
Kanae went down from the impact.
On the sofa where she was sitting, she lay down triumphantly.
In my mind, I screamed, "Kanae, you're outtttt!"
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