"Yo, Oda-kun, you're back." Dazai Osamu showed no sign of embarrassment for having been caught peeping.
"Come in." Oda Sakunosuke shook his head and helplessly opened the door to let Dazai Osamu in.
Dazai Osamu ran into the guest room as if he were entering his own home, wanting to see what an Uchiha looked like.
The person lying on the bed had a pale complexion and a cold temperament, but the expression lines on his face could not hide his handsome features.
He's quite handsome, just a bit old-looking." Seeing the Uchiha Dazai Osamu lying on the bed, his eyes lit up, he wanted to reach out and poke him. "The appearance of this clan is truly high-tier.
Don't get close to him," Oda Sakunosuke said, stopping Dazai Osamu's hand. "Even though he's asleep, his body will automatically launch an attack against anyone who approaches.
“How terrifying!” Dazai Osamu withdrew his hand with a look of surprise. If Oda Sakunosuke had to warn him like that, the other person's physical reactions must be incredibly intense.
"One cannot commit suicide for love alone.." Dazai Osamu's phone rang.
A rare guest!" Dazai Osamu said in surprise when he saw the caller ID, "Madara-san, what can I do for you?
Oda Sakunosuke raised his head.
"Huh? You're asking about Mori Ougai.. Right, that's the one. Okay, goodbye!" Dazai Osamu hung up the phone.
"Why is Madara-san calling now to ask about Mori Ougai?" Oda Sakunosuke asked curiously. Could it be that Mori-san was dissatisfied with being kicked out of his position as leader and was causing trouble again?
I don't know why either, but.." After hanging up the phone, Dazai's eyes shimmered with a strange light. "I have a feeling Mori-san is about to have another stroke of bad luck.
Ever since Uchiha Madara became the leader of the Port Mafia, Mori Ougai's position had become somewhat awkward; after all, he had been the leader for several years, now that he had abdicated, others' attitudes toward him were very subtle.
At the same time, having stepped down from his position as leader, Mori Ougai had fewer matters to attend to and was much more leisure-filled; even now, he had time to play dress-up games with his young girl.
“Elise, come quickly and see how this dress looks?” Mori Ougai picked up a red puffy skirt, smiling at the blonde little girl like a total creep.
“Mori-san, Uchiha-kun is here for a visit.” The voice of his subordinate came through the pager on the table.
"Please have Uchiha-kun come in." Upon hearing this, Mori Ougai quickly cleared the items from his desk and began to wonder why Uchiha Izuna had come.
The Port Mafia generally refers to Uchiha Madara as their leader, so calling someone Uchiha-kun usually only refers to Uchiha Izuna.
"Good afternoon, Mori-san." Uchiha Izuna, dressed in dark clothing but possessing a temperament as refreshing as a gentle breeze, walked in.
"Good afternoon!" Mori Ougai looked at Uchiha Izuna's handsome face and couldn't help but marvel; such looks were truly born for the entertainment industry.
"Do you have something to discuss with me, Izuna-kun?" Mori Ougai asked.
I heard that Mori-san is a doctor," Uchiha Izuna said with an innocent smile, "and that his medical skills are extremely superb.
"Not at all, I can only say I'm passable." Mori Ougai said modestly. His medical skills were indeed quite good; to be the private doctor for the leader of the Port Mafia, while partly due to having powerful backing, required one to be capable in their own right.
Actually, I've been feeling like my eyes haven't been quite right lately; they're always a bit dry and itchy." Uchiha Izuna met his gaze. "I wonder if Mori-san could take a look at them for me?
Check my eyes? Mori Ougai dazed for a moment, crashing into a brilliant crimson, then involuntarily began to examine her eyes for her.
The blonde little girl Elise, who had her back turned to Uchiha Izuna, naturally did not see the change in his eyes.
It should be caused by staying up late," Mori Ougai's steady voice rang out, "I'll get some eye drops in a bit, as long as you get enough rest, it won't be a problem.
Thank you so much. I actually heard there's a newly opened restaurant with great food," Uchiha Izuna said, looking at Mori Ougai with a grateful expression. "Please, you must not refuse my invitation.
Mori Ougai dazed for another moment, before saying, "Alright!"
Only then did Uchiha Izuna smile and leave the room.
The people of this world cannot be underestimated either; the opponent's mental toughness is enough to rival a top expert even in the Shinobi World. If Mori Ougai did not lack understanding of the Sharingan, he might not have been subjected to such an easy genjutsu.
Uchiha Izuna has recently begun frequenting the Port Mafia, Uchiha Madara has started to worry that his brother might discover Senju Hashirama's whereabouts.
But after a while, Uchiha Madara realized that things were not as simple as they seemed; his brother was more interested in Mori Ougai, his various actions could practically be described as pursuit.
Hmm? His brother seems to have taken a liking to Mori Ougai? That Mori Ougai?
Although Uchiha Madara had taken the position within the Port Mafia, he did not take any oppressive actions against Mori Ougai, who had been forced out of his position; this was the pride of the strongest.
Now that he had suddenly discovered his brother seemed to have taken an interest in Mori Ougai, Uchiha Madara spent the entire afternoon behind closed doors reviewing the detailed information on Mori Ougai that had been sent to him. After finishing the files, he dialed Dazai Osamu's number with a profound expression.
After finishing the call, Uchiha Madara sat in deep thought, contemplating how his brother seemed to have taken a liking to an old man over a decade his age, that the man was a pedophile.
His brother couldn't be at fault; it must have been Mori Ougai who seduced his brother.
That's right! Izuna is so young and innocent; that cunning old man Mori Ougai must have tricked him.
Mori Ougai! How dare you plot against Izuna! Just wait and see how I deal with you!
Author's Note:
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Mori Ougai: Why are you two brothers both picking on me like I'm some sheep to be sheared!
Chapter 19
"Mori-san." A gentle male voice, laced with a smile, drifted over.
Mori Ougai's steps, which were just about to carry him into the office, came to a halt as he turned to look at the person who had appeared before him once again.
“What a coincidence.” Uchiha Izuna, dressed in casual clothes, stood to the side and greeted him naturally. “We've met again. Let's walk together!”
Mori Ougai felt somewhat helpless. Of course, he knew exactly what those frequent little actions of the other person's near his side meant, not to mention the blatant expression of admiration hanging clearly on his face.
Although he wouldn't say his looks were bad, he was approaching forty after all. For someone like Uchiha Izuna, who worked in the entertainment industry, it made no sense how he would ignore all the young and beautiful stars in the business to pursue a man more than ten years his senior.
Moreover, regarding Uchiha Izuna, Mori Ougai believed he had a fair understanding of her.
This was a person very much like himself, someone who appeared simple and innocent on the surface but was actually full of schemes, accustomed to using a smile to hide his true emotions.
Therefore, he didn't believe the other could fall for someone so similar to himself. Were two black-hearted people going to date and spend every day competing to see who was more insidious? What fun would a romance filled with such constant apprehension be!
Not to mention his sexual orientation was female, with a hunting range of under twelve years old.
Deep down, he wanted to stay away from him, but for some reason, the moment he saw that face, he couldn't help but want to agree to him. Could it be that he really had a soft spot for him just because he was good-looking?
It was impossible; even back then, Dazai Osamu's face wasn't bad either, he had never once been soft-hearted! But the truth was simply that strange; whenever he looked at that face, feelings of affection would inevitably arise within him.
“What a coincidence.” Mori Ougai nodded hurriedly, controlling himself so he wouldn't look at the other man again.
Watching Mori Ougai show signs of struggle, Uchiha Izuna couldn't help but sigh inwardly that the man's mental strength was indeed formidable; it seemed that genjutsu wouldn't hold him for long.
Uchiha Madara, standing by the window of the boss's office and taking in everything below, remained expressionless, deciding to go and have a "proper" talk with Mori Ougai.
So, when Mori Ougai returned to his office, he found himself facing the exact same scene he had experienced the first time he saw Uchiha Madara.
They had come knocking. Mori Ougai's heart went cold as he bowed and said:
Boss.
Uchiha Madara did not look at him, his voice flat and devoid of emotion, as he said:
I heard you've been very busy lately. How about taking a few days off?
"No, dedicating myself to the Port Mafia is what I should do." Under the other man's overwhelming aura, which felt like a thousand pounds of pressure, Mori Ougai spoke with difficulty through the air that seemed to have grown thick and viscous.
"You should take a few days off to rest, lest you exhaust yourself." Uchiha Madara turned around, his terrifying blood-red gaze meeting Mori Ougai's.
You dare to seduce Izuna? Then go and experience Tsukuyomi properly!
By the time Uchiha Izuna was ready to manufacture a chance encounter with Mori Ougai, he heard the news that the other had been sent abroad by the Boss.
Uchiha Izuna felt a bit of regret; his elder brother had acted too quickly. Otherwise, if he had waited a little longer, the effect would have actually been even better.
Madara-kun's actions were clearly a tactful way of telling him that he disagreed; as a sensible younger brother, he could only give up with a heavy heart.
In the current situation, the effect he wanted has only half been achieved, so he can only look for another target.
Someone as perfect a match for his requirements as Mori Ougai is simply a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity; the next candidate is going to be a bit hard to find!
Uchiha Izuna thought for a moment, then picked up his phone and made a call.
Beep, beep.. one cannot commit suicide for love alone..
"Hey, does Izuna need something from me?" Dazai Osamu's bored voice came through the receiver.
"Yes, Dazai, there is something I need your help with." Uchiha Izuna's tone was so gentle it could drip water.
"Oh? And what might that be?" Dazai Osamu asked with a hint of amusement. Just a few days ago, Uchiha Madara had called him to ask for information, now Uchiha Izuna was actually asking him for help. What were these two brothers up to lately, taking turns coming to him, a former Port Mafia executive?
"It's like this." Uchiha Izuna recounted the matter unhurriedly, his tone calm and steady, as if he were discussing something quite ordinary.
But to Dazai Osamu, his words sounded like a thunderclap.
"What! You want me to pretend to be your lover!" Dazai Osamu was shocked. He finally understood why Uchiha Madara had asked Mori Ougai about that matter two days ago; it turned out the other party had been set up by Uchiha Izuna.
"No, no, no," Dazai Osamu shook his head like a rattle, "You're asking me to die!" Just looking at what Mori Ougai was going through now, he knew that if he actually did that, he certainly wouldn't have a good end either.
There's no other way, I can only look for Oda." Uchiha Izuna's tone was full of regret. "Hang up the phone.
Wait." Dazai Osamu hurriedly called out to him, "Why are you going to see Oda Sakunosuke?
Oda is soft-hearted; if I go to him and beg, he will definitely agree," Uchiha Izuna analyzed. "Besides, he has left a good impression on my brother, so my brother shouldn't do anything to him when the time comes.
That was true; with Oda Sakunosuke's soft-hearted nature toward his friends, he would definitely be completely under Uchiha Izuna's thumb. Dazai Osamu thought, his face darkening, that he might as well do it himself; at least he had great confidence in his own acting skills.
Fine, for Oda-kun's sake," Dazai Osamu muttered. That terrible actor Oda Sakunosuke would definitely blow his cover, when that happened, both he and Uchiha Izuna would be in trouble; he couldn't just stand by and watch his friend jump into a fire pit. "I accept.
"Then I'll leave it to you." Uchiha Izuna's tone was unsurprised, making Dazai Osamu feel that he was saying it on purpose just to get him to agree.
I really wonder what kind of person could make you plan for him like this." Dazai Osamu was suddenly curious about the person who could make Uchiha Izuna scheme like this, using Mori Ougai and himself as shields one after another. "Why are you so certain that your brother definitely won't agree to your plans!
Once this succeeds, you will be able to see him." Uchiha Izuna glanced at the white-haired young man sitting beside him, who was helping him process documents, "The two of us need to discuss what we should do next.
..
It's a deal then," Uchiha Izuna said with a smile. "I will come to find you tomorrow.
"Understood," Dazai Osamu replied listlessly.
Having achieved his desired goal, Uchiha Izuna hung up the phone decisively.
"It's rare that you could come up with such a method," Senju Tobirama remarked, having listened to the entire conversation.
Hmph, how dare you say that!" Uchiha Izuna said crossly, "Just who do you think I've been planning all this for!
"For me." Senju Tobirama reached one hand from in front of Uchiha Izuna to the back to touch his tied-up small ponytail, while his other hand rested on the other's waist, letting him be completely enveloped by his frame, before lowering his head.
Uchiha Izuna did not refuse.
After finishing the call, the more Dazai Osamu thought about it, the more he felt he was truly a great man for running over to the house of Oda Sakunosuke next door.