8:30 p.m.
The Yasuda family mansion wasn't shrouded in darkness as usual; instead, lights shone brightly everywhere. The front gate was wide open, and cars entered the mansion's parking lot one after another.
Those whose status was not significantly different from Yasuda Masao's needed to arrive immediately to consult with Yasuda Fumio about ongoing matters and see if any changes were necessary. As for the subordinates who clung to Yasuda Masao, if they had any ambition, they wouldn't continue to sleep soundly at home. These individuals were received by different members of the Yasuda family, depending on their status.
