Chapter 64. Duty and Loyalty

Akira drove the truck into the Yakuza territory. She had to meet her father and make a mission report.

Akira walked into the meeting hall, her eyes fixed on her father and the elders seated at the table. She bowed deeply, her hands by her sides.

"Otō-sama, I have returned," she said, her voice steady.

Kenji Nakamura's eyes narrowed, his gaze piercing.

"Akira, you're the only survivor?"

Akira nodded, her eyes still cast down.

"Yes, otō-sama. The Triads misled us into thinking they were moving the crates to the Yagawazu warehouse, we made a change of plan at the last minute and ambushed them at the crossroads, I lost my team, but I managed to escape with the crates. Their Triads also suffered heavy losses as all their escorts were eliminated."

The elders murmured among themselves, their faces grave. Kenji's expression turned stern.

"Akira, you know how important this mission was. Just tell me, did you complete it? Did you bring back those artefacts, and you're sure you killed every one