A Mother's Wisdom

  Shikimori lay in her room, her heart heavy with the hurtful words that had passed between her and Izumi. Tears streamed down her cheeks, and she felt utterly lost. Her mother, Miyabi, noticed the distress and worryingly made her way to Shikimori's room.

  **Miyabi (concerned):** Michan, what happened? Why are you crying?

  Shikimori sniffled and tried to compose herself as her mother sat down beside her.

  **Shikimori (tearfully):** Mom, I just don't understand him. I've tried so hard to help him, and he's always so cruel to me.

  Miyabi listened to her daughter's woes and gently placed a comforting hand on her shoulder.

  **Miyabi (softly):** Tell me what happened, Michan.

  Shikimori explained the recent incident with Izumi, the hurtful words they had exchanged, and how she felt like she was constantly trying to protect him, only to be met with his anger.

  Miyabi sighed and looked at her daughter with understanding.

  **Miyabi (wisdom):** Michan, there was a time when I wanted to give up on your father. We had our share of disagreements and struggles, but every time I looked at him, I felt like he was the one who made it all worth it.

  Shikimori was puzzled. She couldn't see the connection between her situation and her parents'.

  **Shikimori (curious):** Mom, how is that related to my situation with Izumi?

  Miyabi smiled gently and explained, "You see, Michan, you've always tried to protect him, and maybe that's what's been worrying him. He's been through a lot, and he might feel like he's burdening you. That's why he lashed out."

  Shikimori's eyes widened as the realization dawned on her. Her mother's words made sense, and she suddenly felt a deeper understanding of Izumi's actions.

  **Shikimori (determined):** I won't give up on him, Mom. I'll find a way to make things right.

  Miyabi smiled, proud of her daughter's maturity and resilience.

  **Miyabi (supportive):** That's the spirit, Michan. Sometimes, it takes a little patience and understanding to mend what's broken.

  With newfound determination, Shikimori felt a renewed sense of purpose. She knew that she wouldn't give up on Izumi, and she was ready to face the challenges that lay ahead.

  Miyabi left her daughter's room with a heavy heart and went to see her husband, Jhon, who was engrossed in his work once again. She walked up behind him, gently wrapped her arms around him, and pressed her cheek against his back.

  **Miyabi (whispering):** Don't overwork all by yourself, darling. Leave some work for me too.

  Jhon chuckled softly at his wife's words, appreciating her concern.

  **Jhon (grinning):** Darling, I'm doing this for us and to find him.

  Their expressions suddenly shifted, and Miyabi's voice trembled with emotion as she spoke.

  **Miyabi (teary-eyed):** Jhon, it wasn't your fault, you know. Our relatives put so much pressure on Fuji, and that's why he left.

  Jhon, a tear escaping his eye, nodded in agreement, his voice choked with emotion.

  **Jhon (teary-eyed):** I know, but as a father, I should have protected him, and I couldn't protect our son.

  Miyabi wiped away her own tears and held her husband tighter.

  **Miyabi (with love and determination):** Don't blame yourself, Jhon. We'll find him. I'm just as worried as you are. And don't forget, we're one of the most powerful business families in Asia.

  As they held each other, their bond grew stronger, united by their love for their missing son and their determination to bring him back into their lives.

  Fuji, now going by the false identity of Gun Park, was determined to remind the gangsters of the fear associated with the legendary Demon. He wore a black mask, concealing his face, and approached the group with a calm yet menacing aura.

  **Fuji (menacingly):** It's time to remind you all the fear of the legendary Demon.

  As he walked toward them, the gangsters were taken aback, their shock evident.

**Thug 1 (nervous):** Who... who are you?

**Thug 2 (confident):** It doesn't matter who he is; he's going to die here!

  Fuji laughed mockingly, sending shivers down their spines.

  **Fuji (mocking):** You really think that's how this is going to go?

  Fuji then posed a chilling question to the group.

  **Fuji (provoking):** Among all of you, who will try to kill me?

  Seventy-five gangsters rushed at him, but Fuji's karate skills were on a whole different level. He effortlessly threw four people aside simultaneously, displaying his incredible strength and combat prowess. The gangsters were helpless in the face of his overwhelming skill.

  Amidst the chaos, one gangster with a broken leg and arm managed to speak.

  **Thug 3 (in pain):** You... You're the Legendary Demon!

  Fuji swiftly knocked him unconscious, leaving him sprawled on the ground. With the situation under control, Fuji called the police and reported the incident. Afterward, he left the scene and dialed Amane's number.

  **Fuji (calmly):** Amane, it looks like your mother-in-law is causing quite a commotion. You need to be careful.

  Amane appreciated the warning and replied.

  **Amane (grateful):** Sure thing, Fuji. Thanks for the info.

  **Fuji (nonchalant):** No problem. Take care, Amane.

  With that, Fuji hung up the call, his true identity still hidden, and disappeared into the night, leaving behind a trail of stunned gangsters and a renewed determination to protect those he cared about.