I don't want to be an elf!

The Port Mafia is a powerful and decentralized organization, naturally with different factions.

Before Mori Ougai became the Boss, the faction belonging to the previous Boss was the most troublesome.

Making a private doctor the new boss of the port mafia is unacceptable to anyone.

It's like when an emperor, on his deathbed, didn't pass the throne to his crown prince or his general, but instead to the royal physician who treated him.

At first, most of the organization members wanted to overthrow this doctor who had appeared out of nowhere, but they soon discovered that this doctor was far more cunning and shrewd than the Mafia.

With the help of his associates in the Port Mafia and his trusted assistant Osamu Dazai, Mori Ougai quickly and naturally took over all the organization's assets and power, becoming the true Boss.

However, even so, there are still many dissenting voices within the organization.

Opposition has always existed; it's just that it has moved from the open to the covert, waiting for the right moment to erupt.

If it is learned that Mori Ougai assassinated the previous Boss and forged a will, then the former Boss's forces will inevitably make a comeback and try to seize the Boss's position.

Mori Ōgai did not think they would succeed.

But even if they fail, the loss will be to the organization's strength.

In this turbulent era, the Port Mafia cannot afford another internal reshuffle.

"I am a person who clearly distinguishes between gratitude and resentment. Since Mr. Mori helped me, I will naturally not repay kindness with enmity," Kurumi Tokisaki said. "I will not reveal this secret to anyone else."

"Thank you very much."

"However, I cannot guarantee the other secrets."

"Huh? What do you mean?"

“Mr. Mori, as you can see, I came to this country for a fresh start. Although ten thousand is a lot, I would prefer to find a long-term, stable job,” Kurumi Tokisaki said calmly. “Therefore, if I join an organization that is hostile to the Port Mafia and become Mr. Mori’s enemy, I might provide some secrets that the Port Mafia doesn’t want others to know in order to gain the favor of the new organization.”

Mori Ougai frowned.

He can understand Kurumi Tokisaki's thoughts.

This transaction with Tokisaki Kurumi was just a simple transaction. Mori Ougai provided his identity and cash, and Tokisaki Kurumi kept her promise not to tell anyone the truth about the death of the previous Boss.

However, the secrets she knows are not limited to the truth about the previous Boss's death.

Worst of all, Mori Ōgai had no idea how much dirt she had on the Port Mafia.

If certain things were to come to the attention of the wrong people, even the Port Mafia could be severely damaged.

"Are you going to kill her?"

The thought had barely crossed Mori Ōgai's mind when it was quickly extinguished.

Although they had only spent less than ten minutes together, he could clearly sense that the other party was not afraid of the Port Mafia. The fact that the other party had broken into the organization's headquarters alone meant that the other party also had ways to leave.

Moreover, the fact that they were able to sneak into the Boss building without anyone noticing is enough to demonstrate just how capable they are.

So far, Kurumi Tokisaki has demonstrated multiple abilities: infiltrating the shadows, reading memories, summoning weapons, and even those two flintlock pistols are probably not ordinary.

Without absolute certainty, he didn't want to create another troublesome enemy for the organization.

Especially when Mori Ōgai knew almost nothing about this mysterious figure, even someone as cunning as him would find it difficult to come up with a solution.

However, even if we can't be her enemy, we can't let her wander around other organizations with all the Port Mafia's major secrets.

This person is like a moving time bomb; no one knows where or when she will explode.

It's extremely troublesome.

However, Mori Ōgai had no other bargaining chips to offer in order to prevent her from revealing any secrets about the Port Mafia.

Kurumi Tokisaki is too unfamiliar, too mysterious.

He had no idea what the other party actually wanted.

"and many more......"

His mind raced, and Mori Ougai seemed to suddenly remember something.

"Perhaps I know what she wants."

Chapter Six: My First Day as a Mafia Member

Recalling his conversation with Tokisaki Kurumi, Mori Ougai keenly noticed that one crucial sentence.

For me, finding a long-term, stable job is more important.

jobs.

Kurumi Tokisaki needs a job.

A job that would allow this visitor from out of town to gain a foothold.

In Yokohama, what organization is more deeply rooted than the Port Mafia?

"Ms. Tokisaki, I have a suggestion."

Having found a feasible solution, Mori Ougai wore a pleased smile and suggested to the girl in front of him, "The Port Mafia can open its doors for you. If you wish, I can arrange a suitable position for you within the organization."

This is the best solution under the current circumstances.

If Mori Ougai could bring her under his wing, he wouldn't have to worry about her spreading the organization's secrets to others, and he would also gain a powerful and mysterious superhuman.

one stone two bird.

"Oh? Mr. Mori, are you trying to recruit me?"

Upon hearing this, Tokisaki Kurumi chuckled.

Just as she had predicted, Mori Ougai took the bait.

By concealing one's true intentions within seemingly meaningless conversations, one can deliberately allow others to discover them while simultaneously creating the illusion that the other party has discovered them.

However, it was thanks to Mori Ougai's quick thinking that he was able to extract important information from just a few words. If he were an incompetent leader, Tokisaki Kurumi would probably have had to leave disappointed tonight.

Now, the goal has been achieved.

Kurumi Tokisaki didn't even reveal any intention to join the Port Mafia, but Mori Ougai took the initiative to extend an invitation.

However, although her plan was successful, she cannot accept the proposal immediately.

If she accepts the offer too quickly, her enthusiastic attitude will inevitably arouse suspicion. If Mori Ougai notices something, his shrewdness and cunning will easily lead him to suspect that her true purpose is to join the Port Mafia.

Restraint is the most important thing.

"Is it really okay for a stranger like me, whose origins are unknown, to join the Port Mafia?" Kurumi Tokisaki asked considerately.

"At least for now, it seems not only there are no problems, but it's also full of benefits."

"I can't guarantee I'm a faithful woman."

“This is the Mafia, not the Yakuza. Loyalty, conviction, and brotherhood are meaningless to the organization,” Mori Ougai said calmly. “Here, the only thing that matters is value. As long as the value you bring is great enough, we will open our arms to even the most monstrous monsters without hesitation.”

"As expected of a mafia boss who has integrated the power of the entire Yokohama, this demeanor is truly rare."

Kurumi Tokisaki paused for a moment, then said meaningfully, "However, I am very expensive. I wonder if Mr. Mori can afford this price?"

“Of course, in fact, the more expensive the better, ideally so expensive that other organizations simply can’t afford it,” Mori Ougai said magnanimously. “Only in this way can the organization keep you by its side, right? People join the Port Mafia not because of loyalty, but because only by joining the Port Mafia can they get the opportunity to satisfy their desires.”

After saying that, Mori Ougai gave Tokisaki Kurumi a deep look and said with certainty, "Moreover, I dare say that you are one of us."

"Where does this confidence come from?"

“Because the Port Mafia is the largest criminal organization in Yokohama, no, in Japan. To put it bluntly, every day I see either criminals or people preparing to commit crimes,” Mori Ougai replied. “So when I first saw you, I knew that you were not the kind of righteous person who stood in the light; only darkness was your refuge.”

Kurumi Tokisaki smiled, neither confirming nor denying.

He is absolutely right.

This is the essence of Kurumi Tokisaki.

I must say, he truly lives up to his reputation as the Port Mafia Boss; his judgment of people is remarkably accurate.

It was precisely because of this that Kurumi Tokisaki's wariness of this man rose to a new level.

Although she had just successfully led Mori Ougai into a trap through her words, that doesn't mean Mori Ougai is a fool.

On the contrary, he is a smart man.

Otherwise, how could someone who was merely a private doctor rise to the position of the Port Mafia boss?

The reason she was able to deceive Mori Ōgai just now was simply because she was a transmigrator and had an intelligence advantage, not because she had any advantage in the battle of wits.

She knew almost everything about Mori Ōgai, but Mori Ōgai knew nothing about her.

Due to a gap in intelligence, Mori Ougai made a miscalculation and fell into Tokisaki Kurumi's trap.

But it is precisely because Kurumi Tokisaki knows him so well that she is so wary of him.

From now on, she will become a member of the Port Mafia and work for Mori Ōgai.

Having such a boss above you must be incredibly stressful.

Sighing inwardly, Kurumi Tokisaki maintained an outward expression of composure.

"So, Ms. Tokisaki, what is your answer?" Mori Ougai spoke again, bringing Tokisaki Kurumi back to her senses.

"Since Mr. Mori is being so sincere, what reason do I have to refuse?"

Kurumi Tokisaki lifted the hem of her long skirt and bowed slightly: "Mr. Mori, it's a pleasure to serve you."

“Very good, this is the best outcome, both for you and for me.”

Having received a positive response, Mori Ougai's expression relaxed slightly: "From today onwards, you are a member of the Port Mafia. Your position in the organization is second only to the five top executives. You will operate as my direct subordinate, the 'Guerrilla Captain,' and have the authority to mobilize members of the combat team without approval, the special unit 'Black Lizard' within the combat team, the intelligence team to investigate information, the assassination team to carry out assassinations, and the funding team to complete commissions."

"Thank you for your generosity."

"However, before you officially become a member of the organization, as part of a competency assessment, I need you to complete a task."

Mori Ougai took out a photo from the folder. The photo showed an abandoned factory: "Investigate what the people in this factory are doing and which organization they belong to. This mission is somewhat dangerous. The two people the organization sent out have both disappeared. Please be careful."

“I understand,” Kurumi Tokisaki said without the slightest fear. “Then let’s not delay. I will try to complete the mission before Mr. Mori falls asleep.”

"Having confidence is not a bad thing. Your secretary will take you to the underground parking lot, where a driver will take you to the mission location."

Mori Ougai pressed the button on his desk again, and the door was opened by a mafia member dressed as a butler.

The butler bowed respectfully and gestured for Tokisaki Kurumi to proceed.

"Ms. Tokisaki, this is your first mission. Please don't let me down."