The Iijima family has many properties in Shinjuku, Kanagawa, and Chiyoda districts, including large high-rise buildings, villas, and Japanese-style old houses and courtyards.

Gu Yun doesn't like high-rise buildings, but prefers Japanese-style one-family houses, which are the kind often seen in anime.

Not only is there more space, but you won't be disturbed by other people.

Unfortunately, Tamaki Iijima didn't like it. She felt that a one-family house was too small and petty. In contrast, her mother preferred a Japanese-style courtyard like the old house in Iijima.

As for the Japanese style courtyard, Gu Yun naturally wouldn't dislike it.

Therefore, Tamaki Iijima bought a Japanese-style garden in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo, with full payment - the Iijima family, a new upstart in Tokyo, is not in vain.

"Madam, Master."

"Welcome home."

Standing at the door of Iijima's house was a blond girl of seventeen or eighteen years old.

The blond girl's name is Haska, she is half Irish, her Japanese name is Hayasaka Nao, and she is the housekeeper of the Iijima family.

"Really, I've told you so many times that you don't need to wait for us at the door."

The mother looked at Hayasaka Nao with distress. She did not treat the girl as a servant, but took care of her like a sister or a daughter.

Hayasaka Nao's father is a foreigner, but he abandoned his mother and daughter long ago and left the country.

Five years ago, 13-year-old Hayasaka Nao's mother passed away due to illness, which coincided with the economic crisis.

By chance, Hayasaka Nao concealed her age and joined Iijima Tamaki's company, and showed extraordinary talent and potential, and soon became Iijima Tamaki's confidant.

"Yes, Sister Nao."

Gu Yun looked at the girl in front of him. She had a cold personality and her words and deeds were extremely decent.

According to Hayasaka Nao, the Iijima family has unlimited potential and a promising future. It is only a matter of time before they become Japan's top wealthy family.

If they are lacking in etiquette, they may be laughed at by outsiders in the future.

"Madam, Master."

Hayasaka Nao sighed helplessly: "It is precisely because of you that people outside will say that the Iijima family are nouveau riche."

"Forehead…"

"that…"

The mother and son looked at each other, both feeling a little embarrassed.

Although they don't want to admit it, mother and son really don't have celebrity qualities.

"Even if you say so, Nao-chan..."

"lady."

Seeing Hayasaka Nao's cold expression, her mother was now a little afraid of her and had no choice but to give in.

It is the future policy set by the mother to let the Iijima family enter the upper class and become truly rich and famous.

The road you choose must be walked on your knees.

"puff."

Gu Yun snickered from the side, and Hayasaka Nao glanced at her: "And young master, it seems that you have slacked off a little during the month in the country."

"Why?"

Gu Yun: "No, no, I have completed my summer homework well."

Not only was her mother afraid of Hayasaka Nao, but Gu Yun was also a little frightened of this beautiful blond lady.

There is no way, Hayasaka Nao is too serious.

But I have to admit that it is precisely because of Hayasaka Nao that the Iijima family is kept in order.

The mother and son also knew that what the girl did was right, so they could not resist.

"Although I don't know why you and your wife went to the countryside for so long," Hayasaka Nao said, "but now that you are back, your schoolwork can be put back on the agenda."

"No, no need, school will start soon..."

"Um?"

Hayasaka Nao looked at Gu Yun calmly, which made the latter feel quite pressured, and in the end he had no choice but to lower his head.

As the sole heir of the Iijima family, Gu Yun has a lot to learn.

There are specialized tutors for cultural classes, and physical exercises are also indispensable, such as Taekwondo and Kendo. Gu Yun does not need to be too good at it, as long as he can strengthen his body.

In addition, there are also economics, current affairs, communication, etc. The schedule is full and there is no spare time.

"Sister Nao, please cancel all evening classes."

"Can you know the reason, Master?"

"Some personal matters."

Gu Yun did not tell Hayasaka Nao about the supernatural things, and her mother strictly guarded this secret.

After all, there are only a few people in this world who know that demons exist.

Tamaki Iijima does not want rumors such as 'the mistress of the Iijima family is a freak' to spread in the celebrity circle, which is not conducive to the current development of the Iijima family.

"Anyway, I'm sorry to bother you, Nao-san."

Evening classes are not available every day, but for piano lessons and the like, all teachers are invited.

Now that it is about to be canceled suddenly, you must be prepared to say something, otherwise you will easily offend people.

"I see."

Looking at Gu Yun's smiling face, Hayasaka Nao stopped asking questions in a measured manner: "Don't worry, young master, I will explain it to them properly."

Although Hayasaka Nao is strict, she abides by her duties as a retainer.

If Gu Yun needs it and wants to improve himself, Hayasaka Nao will do his best to find a way and strictly require and supervise him.

But if Gu Yun feels that it is not necessary, then Hayasaka Nao will also obey his will.

"Oh, this is for you, Nao-san."

Gu Yun took out an amulet from his arms and said, "It's an amulet I asked for from a rural shrine. It's very effective."

"Thanks."

Hayasaka Nao took the guard with both hands and hung it around her waist.

The girl did not believe in ghosts and gods, but this was a gift from Gu Yun. Hayasaka Nao cherished it very much and decided to carry it with her.

"Okay, okay, it's time to eat. I'm almost starving."

Upon entering the house, my mother immediately lost her formal appearance and looked carefree.

This made Hayasaka Nao's mouth twitch slightly, but she was helpless.

Now that there are no outsiders in the Iijima family, there is no need to be so strict about maintaining image.

"Sasa, let's go eat, Nao-chan."

Mother took Hayasaka Nao's hand and walked to the living room.

"lady?"

Hayasaka Nao wanted to refuse, but her mother also had a strong point, and directly rejected her argument that she could not sit with the host, and forced her to eat with her.

"What a great kid."

The three-tailed fox appeared behind Gu Yun. She is a monster and Hayasaka Nao cannot see her unless she appears.

Shikigami and demons, this is the secret of the Iijima family.

Maybe Hayasaka Nao will know about it in the future, but now, Gu Yun decided to hide it.

It's not that I'm worried about Hayasaka Nao, but I'm afraid that she will be in danger.

Grandpa told Gu Yun that once ordinary people know about this world, the probability of encountering supernatural events will greatly increase.

So in order to protect the girl, Gu Yun decided to let nature take its course.

"Meiyi played a lot of role in this incident."

After dinner, my mother thought about the smooth progress of the acquisition plan and said to Hayasaka Nao: "I remember Mr. Yukinoshita wants to inherit his father's business and continue to be in politics, right?"

“Want to show support?”

"Yes, I fully support it!"

The relationship between the Iijima family and the Yukinoshita family was determined by the mother's words: "Also, help me prepare a gift. Mei's daughter is having a birthday this month, right?"

"2nd birthday."

Hayasaka Nao is worthy of being the perfect retainer of the Iijima family. Her mother always feels at ease when she does things.

"Speaking of which, what is the child's name?"

"It seems like, Haruno, Yukinoshita Haruno."

The Iijima family is just a new wealthy family, while the Yukinoshita family is a prominent local family. In terms of history and heritage, the two are difficult to compare.

But my mother is really rich, so much that she can never spend it all.

With the help of the economic crisis caused by the bursting of the bubble, Iijima Tamaki not only preserved its real industry, but also managed to carve out a niche in the sluggish stock market.

She also invested in a large number of overseas companies under Gu Yun's instructions, thus controlling a huge amount of capital in just five or six years.

In terms of money, the Iijima family looks like a nouveau riche.

Upper class celebrities: I have money.

Iijima: Me too!

When it comes to shares or something, I'm not afraid that I won't be able to buy them, but I'm just afraid that you won't sell them.

Unfortunately, many companies and groups in Japan mostly have their own power and circles, and their hierarchies are solidified and do not allow outsiders to interfere.

So even if she had money, her mother couldn't get inside and take away the cake from others.

The Yukinoshita family are the allies that my mother has tried her best to win over over the years.

In the past few years, the real estate industry was in a downturn, and the Yukinoshita family, which ran a construction company, encountered an economic downturn. Fortunately, Iijima Tamaki had a large amount of liquidity in his hands, and was able to maintain its current size.

Otherwise, even if they do not go bankrupt, their family will have to fall several steps and suffer heavy losses.

Because of this, the relationship between the Iijima family and the Yukinoshita family increased rapidly.

Mrs. Yukinoshita brought her mother into the social circle of the upper class, and she got to know many famous ladies and rich wives, and she benefited a lot from her.

Although Zashiki Warashi was the blessing for this acquisition of a very large publishing house, the help of the Yukinoshita family was also an extremely important piece of the puzzle.

"By the way, Gu Yun, please come with me to this birthday party."

"Eh~~"

What Gu Yun hates the most is this kind of social activity.

There are a bunch of ladies, talking business to each other, full of tea, and all of them are smiling at a glance.

"Can you not go?"

"no."

The mother did not give Gu Yun another chance to refuse: "The Yukinoshita family is our important ally. Her daughter is called Yangno, right. You should spend more time with her."

"You don't want to get engaged, do you?"

As soon as Gu Yun said this, his mother and Hayasaka Nao looked at each other and actually started to think about it.

"With the relationship between our two families, if I go to propose marriage, there should be no problem."

"Besides, Mei is very beautiful, and Mr. Yukinoshita is also pretty good. I think my daughter will also be a beauty in the future."

The Yukinoshita family intends to enter politics, but Tamaki Iijima is really rich.

Now that he controls a very large publishing house, his social status has instantly risen several levels. He is completely worthy of the Yukinoshita family, and even far exceeds it in terms of potential.

"I was just kidding, just kidding, mother."

Gu Yun immediately waved his hand, saying that he was still young and there was no need to consider major life events so early.

"Gu Yun~~"

"I came to play with you, Gu Yun~~"

Hearing the familiar voice, Gu Yun stood up and ran out: "I'll open the door for Xiaojing."

"Ah, that's it."

The mother showed an "I understand" expression.

For her child, she naturally hopes that Gu Yun can achieve true happiness.

Although political marriage is good for the Iijima family, they do not need it to maintain the prosperity and stability of the family.

Tamaki Iijima is not a strong character, she cares more about Gu Yun's feelings.

"Well, don't worry about him," her mother said to Hayasaka Nao, "let's continue discussing the birthday party."
Chapter completed!