Chapter 3

**EN Date:**
December 6, 2022 (Volume Release)
April 23, 2023 (KMANGA Release)

## Chapter Chronology

**"Let Me Express My Sincerity and Maybe Earn Your Affection in the Process"** (誠意を見せたい。あわよくば少し好きになってほしい １, *Seii o Misetai. Awayokuba Sukoshi Suki ni Natte Hoshii 1*) serves as the third chapter in the *Yakuza Fiancé: Raise wa Tanin ga Ii* manga series, a work written and illustrated by Konishi Asuka. It is also featured as the third chapter within the first volume of the series.

## Summary

Yoshino is actively avoiding Kirishima, who has been persistently following her. During lunch on campus, just before the class break bell rang, she reflected on Kirishima's past actions, recalling how he had once attempted to force her work into a brothel. Now, he claims to love her, but his constant smiling demeanor leaves her uncertain about his true intentions, causing her distress. Despite trying to focus on relieving her stress and quit herself from thinking of going back to Osaka, Kirishima interrupts her by calling her from a window behind her.

Kirishima attempted to reach her classroom as soon as the bell rang, but she had already left. He justifies his pursuit of her as a manifestation of love, though the real reason is that he had installed a GPS module in Yoshino's electronic dictionary before she moved to Tokyo. This intrusion into her belongings irritates Yoshino, especially since the GPS is accurate outdoors but less so indoors. Kirishima, having received some news, informs Yoshino that both of them are required to go to the Miyama household tonight for a discussion initiated by Gaku. This news confuses Yoshino, while she also feels flustered as Kirishima unexpectedly leans in closer while explaining the situation.

They are currently at the Miyama residence, where Yoshino is contemplating whether her recent organ trading has been discovered. Kirishima tries to reassure her, but during their conversation, two men enter the room: one bald man in a suit and another with long hair in casual attire. Kirishima inquires about Gaku, but Tachibana, the bald man, informs them that Gaku couldn't make it due to an important appointment. Tachibana, along with the other man named Inamori, will discuss the matter instead. Tachibana, after introducing the two, begins the discussion.

The topic is the disappearance of the daughter of the President of Akaza Enterprise, a third-degree subsidiary. Although the Miyama Family typically wouldn't be concerned, they emphasize the recent partnership with the Somei Group. As Yoshino, under their care, is of the same age as the missing girl, her safety is crucial. Tachibana warns Yoshino to stay vigilant. Until the Akaza President's daughter is found, she must remain with Kirishima at all times. Kirishima and Inamori are to be at her disposal, and she can delegate tasks to them as needed—an arrangement Kirishima readily accepts.

Yoshino is currently contemplating her situation, realizing that she's now stuck with Kirishima. Tachibana's earlier discussion about the missing daughter of Akaza's President, especially the mystery behind her disappearance, has left Yoshino concerned. While considering the implications and potential dangers, she suggests to Kirishima that they should minimize their time outside. However, Kirishima excitedly reveals that he has already made dinner plans for them tonight. An irritated Yoshino questions whether he paid attention to Tachibana's warnings about being cautious. Kirishima, dismissive, believes there's no real threat to them and that she's being paranoid. Intrigued by Kirishima's nonchalant attitude, Yoshino senses he might know something. This prompts him to invite her to dinner, presumably to share more information.

They are currently at a restaurant known for its fried Hasu and other dishes. Initially skeptical, Yoshino found the food surprisingly delicious, prompting a grin from Kirishima, who found her reactions cute. This led Yoshino to ask him directly what he likes about her. Kirishima responded that he loves everything about her, especially her straightforwardness, while delivering those words with a smile. Yoshino, perplexed, can't discern if he's joking, as his words sound unusually frank. Unlike what she expects from a normal guy delivering cheesy lines, Kirishima remains confident and unembarrassed. Despite the appearance of having the upper hand in their relationship, Yoshino doesn't feel a sense of power. Accustomed to no one expressing affection or confessing to her before, she lacks a basis for comparison.

While absorbed in her thoughts, Kirishima handed Yoshino a photograph of Shiori Akaza, the daughter of the Akaza Enterprise's President. This was part of the promise Kirishima made regarding information he would share if she agreed to the proposed dinner. Kirishima introduced Shiori, a nineteen-year-old attending a junior college in Kanagawa. Her father is the President of the Akaza Enterprise, an organization of significance. Kirishima noted her lack of exemplary behavior, evident from visible tattoos. Despite not being exceptionally bad and may occasionally not come home, but had never been completely unreachable. Kirishima speculated she was spoiled, considering their first meeting at Tokusa's Adviser's Funeral a year ago. Shiori, born when President Akaza was forty, held immense value to him.

Yoshino asked Kirishima if the Akaza had tried contacting the police in which he confirmed that they hadn't and offered various reasons, none of which seemed convincing enough to involve the President's daughter. The most plausible explanations suggested were that she had either left town or been abducted and sold. Kirishima, while casually dismissing the seriousness, caught Yoshino's attention. Yoshino, aware of Kirishima's Yakuza background, similar to her, questioned why he was taking it lightly. Kirishima then confessed that he wasn't the actual grandson of Gaku Miyama; they are related, but Gaku is more likely the elder brother of Kirishima's real grandfather, essentially his great uncle.

Those in the know are aware of Kirishima's unique history—he asked to join the family at the age of twelve. His habitual reference to Gaku as "boss" isn't a sign of disrespect but rather acknowledging his role as the leader of the group. Kirishima once jokingly called Gaku "grandpa," but it resulted in a swift reprimand. When Yoshino questioned if Kirishima aspired to be a Yakuza, he explained that various circumstances led him to that path, details that Yoshino found hard to grasp. Their conversation was interrupted when Kirishima received a call and had stepped out to answer it. Left alone, Yoshino contemplated the idea of a twelve-year-old approaching the Yakuza, unable to fathom what could drive someone so young toward such a life. Kirishima returned abruptly with news of a member of the Akaza Enterprise found dead, indicating something significant was happening. Despite this, he remained calm, as the two of them resumed bantering.

## Quick References

### Chapter Notes

* Yoshino actively avoids Kirishima, who persistently follows her.
	+ Kirishima claims to love Yoshino, but his constant smiling demeanor leaves her uncertain about his true intentions, especially on how he had previously attempted to force her into working at a brothel.
	+ Kirishima installs a GPS module in Yoshino's electronic dictionary without her knowledge.
* Tachibana discusses the disappearance of the President of Akaza Enterprise's daughter and emphasizes Yoshino's safety due to the partnership with the Somei Group.
	+ Yoshino is advised to stay vigilant and must remain with Kirishima at all times altho Kirishima dismisses potential threats, plans dinner, and invites Yoshino, making her question his nonchalant attitude.
* Kirishima started the discussion by sharing a photograph of Shiori Akaza, providing information about her background.
* Kirishima confesses he's not the actual grandson of Gaku Miyama, raising questions about his family background.
	+ Kirishima's history of joining the Yakuza at twelve is revealed.
* Yoshino contemplates the idea of a twelve-year-old joining the Yakuza.
* Kirishima returns from a phone call with news of a member of the Akaza Enterprise found dead, indicating significant events.

### Characters in Order of Appearance

**Yoshino Somei**
**Kirishima Miyama**
**Aoi Tachibana**Debut
**Souta Inamori**Debut
**Gaku Miyama**Mentioned
**President**Mentioned
**Shiori Akaza**Pictures