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You mean those two 'lone wolves?'

Exactly.

Showing the rest of them leniency is the most that the signora can tolerate, but she will not allow these two to cut ties with the pack.

I have heard a few things about them. We won't interfere with the mutual grudge they hold with Siracusa.

We appreciate your understanding.

Furthermore, you can rest assured that we will refrain from doing anything unnecessary during their stay in Lungmen. However, if they spend too much time outside fooling around, we will have to interfere.

As long as you do so within the bounds of Lungmen's rules.

We will try, but we can't promise anything.

Is that a threat?

Certainly not.

Then your choice of the word 'try' is quite worth chewing over.

I will get to the point. You don't want to break Lungmen's rules while you are in Lungmen.

We don't want to, of course. To tell the truth, if we had the choice, we definitely wouldn't want any kind of conflict between us and Lungmen or its mighty Yanese protector.

You think too highly of an old man like me.

But some things must be done. I hope you can understand.

Then, for both our sakes, let us pray things won't progress to that point.

Pray? Can I take it that's where you stand?

With my greatest respect for Lady Sicilia, yes. That's where I ultimately stand.

Very well, I understand.

To the best of our ability, we will try to keep things from progressing to that point.

Good.

Please excuse me now.

Thank you for your hospitality. If the opportunity arises, perhaps we can invite you to Siracusa for a cup of quadruplo espresso?

I appreciate it.

But, first thing's first, won't you finish that tea?

A guest must wholeheartedly accept their host's hospitality. This, too, is one of Lungmen's rules.

The black-clad Siracusan takes the teacup in front of him and finishes it in one go.

Will this do?

Of course, my dear friend. Please travel safe.

Is he gone?

He is. Our men followed him until he left the city. It didn't look like he was going to change disguises or anything.

Good.

You heard my conversation with the man just now, right?

Yes.

Get the word out. I want everyone to keep an eye out the Siracusan mafia.

I will.

As for the two lone wolves... We have Emperor keeping an eye on one of them. I'm not worried about her. But the other, keep a close eye on her until she leaves Lungmen.

I will.

And what do we do if she doesn't leave?

Today is Friday, isn't it?

That's right, but... What do you mean?

If memory serves, everyone always calls it... something Friday... What was it again? I can't say I know how you youngsters talk these days.

Anyway, Ice Castle Hotel has 30% off today, doesn't it?

Uhh... I'll ask.

If they're running the discount, book a dinner for two for tonight.

Dinner for two... Understood! On it!

Calm down. I'm just going to eat with an old friend.