Laid-Back Life in Tokyo: I Really Didn't Want to Work Hard
Chapter 180 - 168: Hanamaru Yugetsu

Chapter 180: Chapter 168: Hanamaru Yugetsu

The Hanamaru family is a police family. As far as Uesugi Sakura knows, Little Hanabi’s grandfather and uncle are also police officers, with very senior positions at the Police Headquarters.

However, Uesugi Sakura rarely sees them interacting with Hanabi’s family. Perhaps it’s another drama about rebelling against family fate.

Probably not that dramatic.

He’s afraid to ask his father-in-law, but he can gossip with his mother-in-law when he has time.

The cold air from the air conditioner is particularly precious in this summer.

After training, Uesugi Sakura emits heat all over his body, greeting the breeze under the air conditioning, taking a sip of the cold tea that Little Hanabi prepared in advance, feeling utterly relaxed all over.

Really can’t imagine how ancient people dealt with weather scorching like this.

Actually, blowing cold air right after training is not good for the body.

But it’s just irresistible to enjoy, especially for someone as lazy as Uesugi Sakura.

Hanamaru Hiroki glanced at Hanamaru Hanabi, who was shaking his leg on the sofa watching TV, and summarized what they had just talked about:

"So, you two want to invite me to be your kendo club’s advisor?"

Uesugi Sakura continued sipping his tea silently, leaving the opportunity to answer to Uesugi Shio.

Uesugi Shio always felt that Hanamaru Hiroki had an invisible aura that pressured the mind, perhaps because he’s a Jigen Style expert.

She cleared her throat and said:

"Because the foundation of our kendo club isn’t very strong, I’ve been focusing on enhancing their basic training."

"But teaching the relevant kendo knowledge, adjusting stances according to their characteristics, and so on... is generally okay, but we have no experience in the finer details."

Being good at learning and being able to teach are two different things; at least, Sakura isn’t very good at teaching them martial arts knowledge.

Hanamaru Hiroki gently rubbed the tea tray with his thumb, making a fine sound, and said, "I have no problem teaching you to practice swordsmanship, but due to my position, I seldom have time, so I’m afraid I must decline the position of your kendo club advisor."

"Is that so, what a pity." Uesugi Shio sighed, as the school had approved them finding an advisor for the kendo club.

Uesugi Sakura felt no emotion, as it was expected; after all, his father-in-law has been extremely busy in the evenings lately.

But if the Kamigoe Kendo Department were to have Hanamaru Hiroki, it would be like gaining a gold-plated signboard.

Wherever they went, it would shine brightly.

Countless high school students practicing kendo regard him as a senior figure in the kendo world.

His Jigen Style stands unmatched in competitions.

The match with One-Mind One-Sword Style’s Sakihara Yishin is even considered a modern kendo textbook-style exemplary competition.

It’s a pity Uesugi Sakura isn’t the kind of passionate youth who would shout out words of worship and enthusiasm in front of his father-in-law.

Uesugi Shio, on the other hand, deeply respects him.

"Hmm..."

After a moment of reflection, Hanamaru Hiroki said to both of them, "Although I can’t help you, I know someone who can be your advisor, and he’s also a swordsman of Jigen Style."

"Who... huh?"

"Hanamaru Yugetsu."

"..."

Uesugi Sakura knew him, Hanabi’s uncle...

"If you can accept him, let him be your advisor."

——————

Saturday afternoon was even hotter compared to the morning.

The members of Kanzaki Togoshi Kendo Department met at the exit of Waseda Station.

Today, according to arrangements, they were going to exchange martial arts at the high school affiliated with Waseda University.

Uesugi Sakura is quite well-known at Kamigoe High School now, not just because he is engaged at an age when most don’t have girlfriends yet.

More importantly, it’s due to his reputation in the Kyudo World.

The publisher of "High School Kyudo Magazine" also published journals on high school kendo.

They are experts on high school student sports.

So readers of their magazine will know a little about other martial arts communities.

Moreover, they have been greatly praising Uesugi Sakura’s achievements in local contests, with the belief that he will surely rank high in the national competition.

While waiting for Hanamaru Yugetsu, the kendo club members were whispering to each other.

Mostly wondering "why the kendo newbie Uesugi Sakura is now leading the kendo club?"

They heard from the captain that his abilities are very strong.

This deepened their curiosity about Uesugi Sakura.

"Isn’t he here yet?" Uesugi Sakura glanced at his watch.

14:45:23

Though he’s lazy, he has the good quality of being punctual.

The flow of people at the station came and went, but there was no sight of Hanabi’s uncle Hanamaru Yugetsu.

He’s the only one of his father-in-law’s generation that didn’t become a cop, but his swordsmanship is also very strong.

If he has a flaw, it’s that he’s somewhat nonchalant.

14:51:12

Uesugi Shio has already bitten through several lollipops, lazily leaning against the long bench staring up.

A few minutes later, Hanamaru Yugetsu sauntered out of the subway entrance.

His fashionable casual attire and youthful hairstyle were complemented by a pair of sunglasses.

The first person he saw was Uesugi Sakura, and after waving to him, he walked over.

Hanamaru Yugetsu pulled down his sunglasses, revealing his eyes and said, "Why are you thinking of learning kendo, Little Sakura? Kendo is quite boring, why not join me for drinks in Kabuki-cho instead."

"..."

"Uncle Yugetsu, I’m underage."

"It’s fine to sneak a little drink even if you’re underage, don’t worry."

Hanamaru Yugetsu patted his shoulder with a meaningful smile: "You’re so handsome... hmm~, shops will offer discounts."

Kabuki-cho is full of entertainment venues. Is his uncle planning to bring him to work as a male host?

Every time Hanamaru Yugetsu spoke like this, Uesugi Sakura couldn’t help but take another look, wondering how someone so frivolous could come from a police family.

"I’m engaged," Uesugi Sakura said, making it clear he had no intention of sponging off rich women.

"Hmm... You’re engaged? To whom?"

Three question marks appeared one after the other on Hanamaru Yugetsu’s face, and then he seemed to understand, muttering to himself, "Little Hanabi...? Why weren’t we informed by my brother?"

"Haha, congratulations then." Hanamaru Yugetsu patted his shoulder again, giving off a big brother vibe, "Little Hanabi must be thrilled."

Seeing the kendo club members behind Uesugi Sakura, he asked, "What’s next on your agenda, are you going to your school’s kendo club to practice?"

"If you ask me, it’s Saturday, you should take a rest first though."

After finishing, he nodded to himself.

"Yes, that’s right, so you all can disband here, and discuss training matters on Monday instead."

Hanamaru Yugetsu waved them off, indicating everyone could head home.

The kendo club members: "..."

Uesugi Sakura: "Uncle Yugetsu, we are supposed to go to the high school affiliated with Waseda University for a martial arts exchange. Father-in-law asked you to come to assess everyone’s basics."

Hanamaru Yugetsu, resting his chin on his hand, mumbled, "Hmm... that does sound familiar."

"So?"

"Hmm..."

"Hmm..."

After some hesitation, he agreed, "Alright, let’s go then, as I owe it to my brother."

The summer Waseda Station remained stiflingly hot.

Once he was leading the way, Uesugi Shio lazily moved close to Uesugi Sakura, and quietly asked:

"Hanabi’s uncle... is he reliable?"

"Very reliable."