The Demon's Menu-Chapter 1130: Reunion!

Sato, the director of the "Zero Section" Special Action Unit.

With two action teams directly under his command, and the authority to order other teams, his official rank is already one level higher than Yamashita’s.

His actual rank?

It is more than three levels higher.

He is one of those commanders in "Zero Section" who hold real command authority.

The two action teams under his direct command are also the elites of "Zero Section".

Whether it’s equipment or funding, they receive the full allocation.

Thus, a figure like Sato is naturally someone "Blossom Cherry" strives to court, and Onodera knows that "Blossom Cherry" offered quite generous conditions to woo Sato at the time.

Onodera remembers this very clearly.

But why is he here?

Onodera nearly froze on the spot.

Because he thought of Hanakaiin Itsuki inside the restaurant.

It’s not just Yamashita who has ties with Hanakaiin Itsuki.

Does Sato have them too?

At this moment, Onodera wished he could slap himself.

Why did he choose this restaurant?

Why did he just call out Sato’s name?

Why didn’t he just stay in the bathroom for a while?

A multitude of questions arose in Onodera’s mind.

But there were deeper concerns.

It’s normal for Yamashita and Hanakaiin Itsuki to have connections.

Their relationship is one of mutual benefit and cooperation.

It’s also normal for Sato to have connections with Hanakaiin Itsuki.

Sato’s action teams need the help of Onmyoji from time to time.

But when both Yamashita and Sato have ties to Hanakaiin Itsuki, that’s abnormal.

It’s like two parallel lines starting to intersect.

This illogical intersection sends chills down Onodera’s spine and a chill up his back.

He seems to see a net.

A hidden monster in "Blossom Cherry".

"Blossom Cherry" is the monster hidden within the police force, feeding on its nourishment.

And this monster is feeding off "Blossom Cherry".

"Big fish eat little fish, little fish eat shrimp."

Oddly enough, this saying came to Onodera’s mind.

Also in his thoughts was that phone number!

Is this number related to Hanakaiin Itsuki?

If so, Hanakaiin Itsuki is more terrifying than what he currently sees.

If not, then "Blossom Cherry"’s situation is even more worrying.

Because there isn’t just one hidden monster!

There are more monsters feeding off "Blossom Cherry"!

However, that’s all for later.

The matter at hand?

"To think that I could run into you here!"

"What a coincidence!"

"How about a drink tonight?"

Onodera cheerfully asked the surprised Sato in front of him.

"How are you here?"

Sato’s face quickly returned to its usual sternness, his gaze demanding.

"Of course I’m here for dinner!"

"But when I saw someone daunting, I quickly slipped away!"

"I advise you not to go in, either!"

Onodera pretended to look frightened.

"Who?"

Sato continued to press, his eyes concealed with murderous intent.

His fists were clenching involuntarily.

Just let Onodera dare to say that name, and he would strike like thunder, finishing Onodera off—though he didn’t want to make a move in such a "public place", compared to the disclosure of the matter, such a move was nothing!

As if he hadn’t seen any of Sato’s murderous intent, Onodera leaned in close to Sato and whispered in a lowered voice—

"Sword Saint!"

Sword Saint?!

Sato was taken aback, his clenched fist trembling involuntarily.

It wasn’t the name he had anticipated.

But this name was enough to surprise him.

"The one I’m thinking of?"

Sato asked.

"Who else could it be?"

Onodera said as he patted Sato’s shoulder.

To this affectionate gesture, Sato did not hesitate to swat away Onodera’s hand.

"You are always so cold, smile a bit if it’s nothing major!"

With these words, Onodera walked towards the mouth of the alley.

"You better leave quickly, too."

"Getting involved with someone like that can cost your life."

Onodera spoke as he walked, appearing to be giving friendly advice.

But he alone knew his palms were sweaty.

How could he not have seen Sato’s murderous intent?

The moment he saw Sato, he knew that if he couldn’t come up with a satisfactory answer, his life was as good as over.

So he had to come up with an unexpected yet reasonable answer to satisfy Sato.

And within this city, what else could be more suitable than Jason?

Nothing!

Jason’s fame had reached its peak starting from the sinking of the "Fateful" vessel.

The title of "Sword Saint", although still doubted by some, did not prevent people from acknowledging Jason’s strength.

So Jason was the most appropriate choice.

As for deceit?

His life was almost at stake.

Onodera couldn’t care less.

He planned to bluff his way through the present, then find Jason.

Firstly, to apologize.

Having used someone else’s name, such an apology was necessary.

Secondly, to cooperate.

The current "Blossom Cherry" had already changed.

He needed a reliable collaborator.

Or rather...

Seeking protection!

But all that would have to wait until after he left this place.

Just as Onodera was about to exit the alley, Sato’s footsteps came from behind.

Step, step-step!

Clear and forceful!

Had he been discovered?

A sinking feeling grew in the pit of Onodera’s stomach.

Almost instinctively, Onodera wanted to quicken his steps and leave, but he forced himself to endure.

Not only did he resist fleeing, but he also turned around first.