181: Chapter 11 The Deceived Toys 181: Chapter 11 The Deceived Toys The three poachers were seated by the window, gazing at the exotic scenes along the railway lines, sipping canned beer, and eating exquisite bento boxes filled with over twenty different delicacies.

They felt that the trip was decidedly worthwhile, even forgeting the danger of alien conflict temporarily, as they were embroiled in a dangerous and illegal line of work, their motto was to enjoy each day as it came.

Even more so now because they were spending someone else’s money, just thinking about it was incredibly satisfying.

“Boss, this fish bento is really good, we should order another one from the attendant,” said the third guy, munching and constantly looking out of the bright glass window, wanting to imprint the scenes into his memory.

He didn’t speak Japanese, and felt embarrassed trying to communicate just with hand signals, hence he asked the boss to order.

“After all, we’ve been abroad and spent foreign currency.

Even if we die, it’d be worth it,” the second-in-command took a gulp of beer and occasionally glanced at Tang Zheng,”Third brother, stop pestering that kid.

We’re eating and drinking on his dime after all.”

“Bah, he stole it too, didn’t he?

We have hands, feet, and more than a few guns.

Even if we’re struggling, we can still make a killing,” the third member sneered.

He hadn’t forgotten the grudge of being punched to the ground by Tang Zheng.

It was a huge blow to his pride, so he had resolved to repay the favor next time.

“You try robbing someone then!

Do you think Japanese police are incompetent?

You’ll probably be in jail before the day is over,” the boss was sour that he didn’t get to go to Uesugi Runa’s house, so his tone was a bit harsh, “Look at how he does things, didn’t you hear how Little Lolita bragged about him?

He made an excuse that prevented that Japanese guy from even being able to call the cops.

If you had that ability, would you need to resort to poaching?”

“Boss, you’re really looking down on me,” the third member was unhappy, “Order another one, I’m not full yet.”

“You glutton, are you not scared of choking?

Look at what you guys are doing.

Those two university student lovers are all over each other and discussing the scenery without a care in the world, our three ladies and Lin Weiguo are playing cards, Zhang Hao is idle and sleeping.

The wrench guy is just garbage.

He keeps staring at the female attendant, okay, I admit I also want to look.

But take a look at the guy you disdain, he’s been studying those train timetables and the city map without letting up.

Even the map-holding Little Lolita is better than you guys,” the boss was grieving, he was scolding them as if they were ungrateful students, “I asked him, he’s just an ordinary sophomore student.

Why are you guys worse than him?”

The boss wasn’t exactly whispering, so Zhang Yifeng, who had heard his evaluation, looked upset.

He looked towards his girlfriend who was also eavesdropping and glancing at Tang Zheng.

A knot of resentment formed in his heart.

“I want to look, but can I understand?” the third member was still arguing.

“Understanding is another thing, looking is not the same.

This is about attitude, can’t you memorize those Japanese characters?

Even if you get to the platform and compare them, it’s still alright,” the boss held a map of Kyoto.

But it was more for killing time than for reference.

“Why would we need to do anything when Tang Zheng has arranged everything so meticulously?

We’re just redundant,” Zhang Yifeng was unconvinced and wanted to regain some pride, “If he gave us tasks, we definitely wouldn’t refuse.”

“Ha, so that’s why you guys are freely being lovey-dovey and ogling the female attendant’s stockings.

Honestly, think about it, if the tables were turned, if you knew Japanese, could you do all this?

I think you guys would have been exasperated and suicidal by now,” the boss finished.

At the boss’s words, everyone’s faces, except for Little Lolita’s, turned sour.

Indeed, the reason they could enjoy the journey with such ease was because of Tang Zheng.

Speaking of this group’s quality, dare they even trust you with tasks?

“In any case, stop picking on him.

Understood?” The boss is not only talking to the third guy, he took a look around, “I hope to complete our mission soon.

If anyone gives Tang Zheng trouble or disrespects him, don’t blame me for being cruel.”

“Understood,” the third member was unwilling, Zhang Yifeng and the wrench guy remained silent.

Lin Weiguo and Pang Meiqin don’t even care.

Tang Zheng is their friend.

“Uncle, I didn’t realize it, but this scarrer is actually clever,” Little Lolita commented without any regard for others.

She sat beside Tang Zheng, her thigh pressed tightly against his.

She was studying a map of Kyoto.

Since her secret was out, there was no need to hide her inability to speak Japanese any longer.

Little Lolita was bright.

She knew to showcase her abilities at the right time.

Otherwise, she would risk being considered a burden and being left behind, which would be unfortunate.

Although she recognized that Tang Zheng was a nice person, she couldn’t put all her hopes on that alone.

What if they were faced with a situation where they had to abandon a teammate?

That’s why she needed to work hard to elevate her status.

“Hmm,” Tang Zheng responded, not really paying attention, he needed to determine the train route from Kyoto to Tokyo.

“Tang Zheng, how long will it take us to get to Kyoto?” Pang Meiqin lazily played her cards.

She wanted to leave a stronger impression on him.

“We’re taking the privately-run Hankyu Electric Railway, we’ll get off at Kawayamachi station in Kyoto, it’ll take approximately fifty minutes.” Tang Zheng, who had never taken a train in Japan before, couldn’t determine whether there would be delays or double-check the rules.

Looking at the densely filled information and routes on the timetable, Tang Zheng felt a headache coming on.

“We’ve only been on the train for less than twenty minutes.

It looks like we need to find a hotel in Kyoto for the night.

Do we have enough money?” Pang Meiqin didn’t want to sleep on the streets, “Should we stay at Chikashima Airi’s house?”

“Right, what should we do when we get there?” The scar-faced boss felt a little impatient, he wanted to finish as quickly as possible and go to Tokyo.

Of course, he wanted to have Tang Zheng lead the three of them on a burglary, the boss believed he could execute it seamlessly.

“In old times, this kid would have been a military advisor of the highest order, a scholar and warrior,” the boss said to his two brothers during a bathroom break.

“After getting off the train, I’ll ask for directions to Hiyoshi Town.

If there’s a chance, I’ll get a car.

After all, I don’t know how far it is,” Tang Zheng had thought it through and answered casually.

“Uncle, your plan is going to fail, because we can’t possibly find this Chikashima Airi,” Little Fanfan suddenly spread her hands, throwing the map onto the table.

“What’s wrong?” Zhang Hao sat up straight and glared at her, demanding an explanation.

Everyone else also looked unhappy, staring at the little Lolita.

“Children who blab will get a spanking,” the second-in-command threatened, then looked to Tang Zheng.

“Hmph, if anyone’s going to spank me, it should be Uncle Tang,” Little Fanfan sulkily crossed her arms and pouted.

“What’s wrong?” Tang Zheng frowned slightly, glanced at her, then drifted his eyes to the map.

Judging by her actions, there seemed to be an issue with the map.

So, he picked it up.

“Did you find a problem?

Hmm, you can’t find Hiyoshi Town?

That’s not possible.”

Tang Zheng scoffed at his own suspicion, actually, he was unwilling to think about a series of dreadful consequences this problem might bring.

“Uncle is the clever one, all of you are idiots.

After seeing my obvious map-throwing act, you still can’t guess,” Little Fanfan looked disdainfully at everyone else, shaking her head in disappointment.

“Indeed, after going through these five maps of Kyoto, three of Japan, and three of Tokyo, I’ve not found any Hiyoshi Town.”

Initially, everyone’s face turned sour as they were scorned by a child.

They were about to lose their cool but they froze upon hearing this revelation.

They stared at her blankly and then immediately turned their attention to Tang Zheng.

“This can’t be true, Tang Zheng, tell me she’s joking?” Zhang Yifeng shouted anxiously.

Tang Zheng didn’t respond, instead, he was flipping through all the maps with a grave expression.

Everyone swallowed, feeling anxious.

When they saw Tang Zheng pick up the detailed map of Japan again, they still hadn’t figured out what was happening, they waited for his response.

“You guys are really stupid.

If Tang Zheng found Hiyoshi Town in Kyoto Prefecture, why would he look at the map of Japan?” Little Fanfan couldn’t bear to watch any longer, having no hope for their IQ.

“This brainless busty sister is excusable, but what about you guys?

Do you have giant boobs too?

The guy who first said this and the guy who kept repeating it should be spanked.”

“Ah, that’s a good roast,” Tang Zheng patted Little Fanfan’s head in approval, but no one else was in the mood to care about that.

“We’re in a serious situation and you’re still joking around, Tang Zheng.

Are you sure you didn’t find it?” Zhang Hao snatched up a map, wanting to look for himself, but was nearly floored by the dense Japanese characters.

“Tang Zheng, take another look, you might have missed it.” Hu Meng came over too, handing a map of Kyoto to Tang Zheng again.

Everyone stared at him expectantly, chorusing, “Please have another look.”

“No need, I trust my eyes.” Tang Zheng shook his head, refusing.

“We’re in big trouble now.” Everyone felt as if their strength was drained and they sunk back onto their seats.

“What’s Trojan up to, is he dead set against letting us complete the mission?” Bai Guo was also very disappointed.

“You were boasting about being so well-prepared like you had everything under control.

You’re stunned now, aren’t you?

If you’re capable, why don’t you come up with a solution?” Zhang Yifeng’s attacks were directed at Tang Zheng.

“If we hadn’t rushed to leave and had stayed together, we might have come up with other solutions.”

“What are you talking about, how is this Tang Zheng’s fault?

If you were in his place, it would have been worse.” Li Xinlan wouldn’t allow anyone to insult Tang Zheng and Lin Weiguo and Pang Meiqin looked unhappy too.

It seemed like if this youngsters talked nonsense again, they’d start a fight.

“Can you stop blaming each other?

What kind of standards are we holding ourselves to?

Even if you can’t figure out a solution, can you at least put on a show?

I’m really disappointed in you.” Little Fanfan sneered dismissively, ignoring them.

She then took off her shoes and stood on her seat, waving sweetly to the attendant.

“Miss, could you please get me a salmon rice bento.” (To be continued.

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