Chapter 8

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

## Chapter Chronology

**"The Three-Way from Hell (Part 1)"** (地獄の三角関係 (前編), *Jigoku no Sankaku Kankei (Zenpen)*) serves as the eighth 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 fifth chapter within the second volume of the series.

## Summary

Yoshino is having a casual meeting with Taketo Hotei, a member of the Somei House. Taketo mentioned Renji's schedule, explaining that Renji had left for a meeting with the Kirigaya and had gone to Osaka the previous night. He mentioned that he would also be heading to Osaka by Monday. Yoshino shared that her grandfather forgot to inform her about his visit, but it didn't bother her much. During their talk, Taketo brought up Kirishima, whom Yoshino mentioned she had plans to have lunch with later. When Taketo asked about Kirishima's whereabouts, Yoshino said he was at school, attending an advanced course with activities on Saturdays, albeit for only half the day.

Taketo inquired about Kirishima's personality while trying to base on the previous trouble Kirishima and Yoshino had caused with the Azaka affairs, but Yoshino struggled to find a good way to describe him, stating that Kirishima's mentality is strong, which Taketo didn't quite understand. He then suggested Yoshino to bring Kirishima along with her to Osaka to introduce himself formally to their household, wanting to gauge if he could trust him with her. Yoshino felt Kirishima would readily agree and go along if asked. They briefly discussed Yoshino's lunch plans with Kirishima before Taketo calls out for Shouma who's nearby, signaling that Yoshino might be occupied, as Shouma greeted them.

Someone asked Inamori about cleaning the locked space adjacent to the storage room. Inamori clarified that it's actually the entrance leading to the basement, not a separate room, and advised the person never to enter it, even if it's unlocked. In the past, members dealing with meth addiction used to isolate themselves there to detox. Currently, Kirishima has been using that space as his personal area, which puzzles Inamori as he can't understand why Kirishima would choose such a place for himself.

Meanwhile, Kirishima is currently unlocking the door to that area while talking to someone on another phone. He requested the person on the line to let him know if they'll be late, as the person in the other line will be meeting someone they hasn't seen in a while, and Kirishima wants to ensure he's available to pick them up if needed.

Yoshino is currently shopping with Shouma, who forgot some items when he traveled from Osaka to deliver the album Yoshino requested in Tokyo. Planning to stay the night in Tokyo, Shouma booked a hotel for himself. Yoshino is helping him out and suggested he try on clothes in the fitting room. While Shouma was inside, Yoshino asked if he had been in Kyoto when she called him yesterday, which he confirmed. He traveled to Osaka specifically to get the album Yoshino wanted and then headed straight to Tokyo. Explaining that he had no university classes or work shifts on Saturdays, Shouma decided to visit Tokyo, where their boss Renji was also present. He also wanted to discuss the incident involving the photo Yoshino sent him about her being bullied and her belongings being smeared with mud in her locker.

In a jesting manner, Shouma mentioned his worry about Yoshino losing her temper and someone getting hurt because of it. This reminded Yoshino of the time when Shouma got into a conflict with her Yakuza family during their high school days, with Shouma attributing it to being intoxicated. Yoshino remarked that Shouma was fortunate that the person he confronted was her grandfather. Reflecting on her family's past, she mentioned that Shouma might have ended up in a difficult situation if he had continued on that path. Their conversation was interrupted when Shouma, while trying on a shirt, suddenly opened the fitting room curtain and announced his intention to purchase it, catching Yoshino off guard as he was partially undressed.

While in what appeared to be a storage room, Kirishima retrieved a folder containing information about Shouma Toriashi. The contents outlined Shouma's past, including events such as "mother falling down stairs and passing away while returning home in the same year," "subsequent living arrangements with grandmother on the father's side," "grandmother's passing leading to residence with father's uncle," followed by disagreements with the uncle, a temporary stay in a child orphanage, and later moving in with his father during junior high. The details further indicated Shouma's involvement with Somei House, under the leadership of Chairman Somei Renji, his attendance at Sawashiba High School, and subsequent graduation from Sawashiba High before enrolling at Kansai Senryou, all while Kirishima was seated and reading through this information.

Yoshino and Shouma are currently dining at a restaurant after their shopping excursion. While observing Shouma's hearty appetite, Yoshino casually mentions the challenge of keeping his slipping tattoos concealed. She suggests that hidden tattoos should be good, especially since he tends to roll his sleeves up in the summer. She cautions him on being discreet about it, to which Shouma agrees, all the while eating. Curious about the substantial tattoos shared by Shouma and Kirishima, Yoshino asks Shouma about Kirishima's character, a question previously posed to her by Taketo. Struggling to articulate her thoughts on Kirishima's personality, she simply admits her difficulty in describing him. Yoshino ultimately remarks that Kirishima is unpredictable, labeling him as "insane" and emphasizing that he should not be perceived as an ordinary person. She expresses her inability to discern his thoughts and describes him as consistently extravagant, a womanizer, impulsive, and living solely for present enjoyment without regard for the future.

Shouma, while lighting his cigarette, appears puzzled by Yoshino's characterization of Kirishima. He further inquires if Kirishima genuinely plans to marry her, to which Yoshino speculates that it might seem that way, although she remains uncertain about Kirishima's seriousness. She expresses concern that if Kirishima were to lose interest, he could easily discard her without much thought. When asked about her own intentions regarding marriage with Kirishima, Yoshino firmly states that she has no such plans. Her aim is to gather all the attention she receives from Kirishima for about a year before returning to Osaka, avoiding any long-term commitment.

Shouma inquired if Yoshino comprehended the reason behind her move to Tokyo, prompting her to acknowledge her grandfather's decision in sending her there. The conversation then shifted as Shouma mentioned Ranzou Suga from the Himetorano'o Clan, triggering Yoshino's memory of encountering Ranzou Suga during a visit to Kanazawa when she was five years old with her grandfather. Unaware of this past encounter, Shouma expressed surprise, leading Yoshino to clarify that it predated Shouma's involvement.

Shouma delved into the historical ties between their boss, Renji, and Ranzou Suga, highlighting their clan's intertwined history and how the Himetorano'o Clan facilitated the Kirigaya Clan's entry into Tokyo, leading to conflict between eastern and western factions in the city. Yoshino brought up recent discussions of a truce between her grandfather and Chief Miyama which was announced in the headlines. However, Shouma provided a contrasting perspective, suggesting potential underlying tensions despite recent agreements.

Worried about the implications of her presence in Tokyo amidst potential discord, Yoshino pondered the evolving societal landscape and the pointlessness of conflict in the present day. Shouma, acknowledging the weight of their conversation, chose to shift focus and settle the bill, leaving Yoshino deep in thought.

As Yoshino and Shouma arrived at the hotel Shouma had booked, she visibly fatigued from their shopping, promptly settled onto the bed to unwind. While reclining, Yoshino mused about her tendency to indulge at buffets, expressing her weariness and desire to simply fall asleep. Shouma, seated nearby, suggested noodles but was met with her disinterest.

As Yoshino lay on the bed, she made it clear she preferred not to share it with Shouma, who offered to find a spot nearby. Their casual conversation meandered between the time, Yoshino's weariness, and her thoughts about Kirishima, the only person she felt she could trust in Tokyo, despite her continuous internal conflict regarding him.

Expressing her exhaustion from constantly strategizing against Kirishima and her inability to fully comprehend his true nature, Yoshino expressed a desire to return home to Osaka. Shouma, listening attentively, offered a startling proposal to eliminate Kirishima, suggesting it might alleviate Yoshino's concerns. This unexpected suggestion left Yoshino momentarily stunned before she questioned its abruptness.

Shouma, firm in his suggestion, pointed out the potential benefit of Kirishima's absence. Leaving the room with a promise to be available should Yoshino decide, Shouma headed outside for a smoke. His thoughts drifted to Yoshino's wish to return home with him.

While smoking outside, Shouma encountered Kirishima, who pointed out the no-smoking area. Surprised by the encounter, Shouma faced Kirishima for the first time. Meanwhile, in the room, Yoshino's thoughts shifted to wanting dessert, contemplating whether to ask Shouma to fetch it for her.

## Quick References

### Chapter Notes

* Yoshino's interaction with Taketo reveals Renji's schedule and plans for Osaka, alongside Taketo's suggestion of introducing Kirishima to their household for evaluation.
* Inamori discloses the space's history, now used by Kirishima, raising curiosity about Kirishima's motives for choosing it.
	+ Kirishima, engaged in a call, arranges to be available for someone meeting a long-lost person while unlocking the locked space.
* Shopping with Shouma, Yoshino discovers information from Shouma , involving Somei House and Chairman Renji, prompting recollections of their shared history and Shouma's high school conflicts.
* Kirishima goes through Shouma's past records, shedding light on Shouma's life before and after involvement with Somei House and Renji.
* Over dinner, Yoshino's characterizes Kirishima as unpredictable, extravagant, impulsive, and commitment-averse, expressing concerns about their relationship's uncertainty.
* Conversations with Shouma unveil historical ties between clans, potential tensions despite truce announcements, and societal conflicts in Tokyo.
	+ Yoshino contemplates conflict and societal implications, feeling exhausted by Kirishima's mystery and contemplating returning to Osaka.
* Shouma's unexpected proposal to kill Kirishima stuns Yoshino, leading to her desire to leave Tokyo and Shouma's promise to assist her decision.
* Outside, Shouma encounters Kirishima for the first time.

### Characters in Order of Appearance

**Taketo Hotei**Debut
**Yoshino Somei**
**Renji Somei**Mentioned
**Shouma Toriashi**Debut
**Ranzou Suga**Mentioned
**Kirishima Miyama**