Chapter 5

**EN Date:**
January 31, 2023 (Volume Release)
April 23, 2023 (KMANGA Release)

## Chapter Chronology

**"Let Me Express My Sincerity and Maybe Earn Your Affection in the Process 3"** (誠意を見せたい。あわよくば少し好きになってほしい ３, *Seii o Misetai. Awayokuba Sukoshi Suki ni Natte Hoshii 3*) serves as the fifth 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 second chapter within the second volume of the series.

## Summary

Yoshino contacted Kirishima to share information about finding Shiori Akaza, the daughter of the Akaza Enterprise's President. Kirishima suggested that the reported kidnapping and other assumptions about the daughter's disappearance might be a deliberate distraction, indicating a connection between the President and Shiori hiding. He asked Yoshino for Shiori's exact location, revealed to be Nox Tokyo, a nightclub in Tokyo, through a photo she sent. Despite usually celebrating her birthday lavishly, Shiori's current situation compelled her to compromise and choose a more inconspicuous venue.

The nightclub is situated in Kirigaya's territory and run by Kirigaya members, placing it within Kirigaya's jurisdiction rather than Miyama's, thereby making it impossible for Miyama to enter. Kirishima, not fully integrated into the Miyama gang group, has the capability to enter. However, due to the club falling under Kirigaya's jurisdiction and being affiliated with Somei's, Yoshino has a chance to enter through connections. He assured her that the people inside wouldn't have dangerous items, just easing her concerns. However, regretting her decision to inform Kirishima, Yoshino decided to reach out to Kirigaya's officer, leveraging her status as the Somei head's granddaughter. She planned to use the excuse of wanting to have fun to gain entry. Kirishima, in a joking manner, suggested alternative places for fun in which she dismissed. Determined to take responsibility for sharing the information and fueled by curiosity, Yoshino decided to meet Kirishima at the nightclub, ending the call.

Standing not far from Kirishima, Tachibana observed him from outside the car while Kirishima was on the phone with Yoshino. Tachibana inquired with Gaku, who's currently smoking inside the car, about whether he should keep an eye on them. Gaku advised him to let Kirishima be, explaining that if he makes a mistake, there will be consequences to address later. However, if Kirishima were to face a more severe outcome, it would be irreversible.

Yoshino, having just entered the club for the first time, is taken aback by the loud atmosphere. It's also Kirishima's first time at a club dressed in a mourning suit. While roaming around the venue to find Shiori, Yoshino suggests splitting up, but Kirishima cautions against it due to the danger of the area. The club is crowded with couples, which makes Yoshino uncomfortable and all flustered. Kirishima, aware of Shiori's potential location in the VIP rooms, guides Yoshino to the one she booked for them, holding her hand for support.

Moments later, three men approached the room where Yoshino was standing. Unaware, she received a forceful slap from the man in the black shirt. As the three nonchalantly discussed their evening plans and anticipated an easy counter for Kirishima, Kirishima promptly intervened.

Kirishima swiftly incapacitated two of the men, causing them to fall to the ground. One attempted to rise, but Kirishima restrained him, demanding an explanation for his earlier statement about going easy on him. Spotting a nearby fork, Kirishima used it to stab the man in his left eye. Subsequently, he defended himself against another attacker and thwarted an assault with a bottle. Amidst the chaos, Shiori sought refuge behind the couch, gripped by fear.

Still hurting from the recent slap, Yoshino felt the pain intensify as she noticed blood and a ringing sensation in her ears. Glancing at Kirishima, she recalled Inamori's account of Kirishima's childhood, realizing that Kirishima approaches situations like this with all out. Contemplating her decision to come to Tokyo, she questioned the wisdom of being with him, given his aggressive nature. Beyond the anger at being struck, fear gripped her, considering Kirishima's unrestrained physical strength. Despite her unease, Yoshino acknowledged her own vulnerability and resolved not to shy away from the situation she's already entangled.

While Kirishima was engaged in a physical confrontation with the three men, defending himself from various angles, one of them attempted a sneak attack from behind using a bottle. Yoshino intervened by using her newly purchased hair dryer to strike the assailant who had earlier slapped her forcefully, resulting in blood and bruises on her hands, as she also held a bottle. Kirishima, noting Yoshino's bleeding nose from the earlier assault, woke the momentarily unconscious attacker. Upon regaining consciousness, the man threatened to kill Kirishima, prompting a forceful retaliatory strike that left him unconscious and bleeding. This alarmed Yoshino, who managed to calm Kirishima and prevent further aggression by hitting him on the head. Clarifying that her bleeding was not from the recent encounter, Yoshino explained it likely occurred when her face hit the ground during the earlier attack. She then anxiously searched for Shiori, who had collapsed after being struck by a flying ashtray while attempting to call for help.

In the classroom, Yoshino perused the news on her phone, learning about President Akaza's resignation. Kirishima, explaining the situation, mentioned Akaza's age and past contributions sparing him severe consequences. Observing Kirishima's injuries, Yoshino inquired about the additional harm he suffered, questioning the purpose of his sports undershirt. Kirishima humorously recounted a scolding from Chairman Somei due to the aftermath of them two causing trouble on Kirigaya turf.

Yoshino, recalling a phone call with her grandfather Renji, dismissed it to a common thing. Kirishima shouldered the blame, apologizing for involving Yoshino. Despite her objections, Yoshino defended her decision to accompany him, acknowledging the consequences.

Kirishima, revealing a bag with ten million yen, explained it was his share of the money from a joint operation with a Filipino syndicate. The collaboration aimed to locate President Akaza and his daughter, who had swindled a foreign crime group. Kirishima, receiving ten million as a reward, offered it to Yoshino, who declined, highlighting the absurdity of the situation.

Despite Kirishima wanting to express his sincerity through the money he acquired, Yoshino refused it, deeming it unnecessary. Kirishima playfully mentioned how she gave him four million from selling her kidney, humorously suggesting he should sell a cornea but would only cost him a hundred thousand. Unamused, Yoshino rejected the idea and insisted he should help her instead of getting a new hairdryer for herself. As they left the classroom, Kirishima proposed going to the movies, but Yoshino insisted on getting a new hairdryer first. Kirishima agreed, and they left together, with Yoshino asserting they would head straight home after acquiring the hairdryer.

## Quick References

### Chapter Notes

* Kirishima suggested a potential connection between President Akaza and Shiori hiding, regarding the reported kidnapping as a smokescreen.
* The nightclub where Shiori is located falls under Kirigaya's territory, making it inaccessible for Miyama. Kirishima, not fully integrated into Miyama, can enter, and Yoshino has a chance through connections.
* In the classroom, Yoshino learned about President Akaza's resignation, and Kirishima explained the situation, revealing more injuries.
* Kirishima revealed ten million yen from a joint operation with a Filipino syndicate, offering it to Yoshino, who declined.

### Characters in Order of Appearance

**Yoshino Somei**
**Kirishima Miyama**
**President**Mentioned
**Aoi Tachibana**
**Gaku Miyama**
**Shiori Akaza**
**Gang Member 1**Debut
**Gang Member 2**Debut
**Gang Member 3**Debut