Chapter 639 - 4: Female Version of Chokata Toshisuke

Chapter 639: Chapter 4: Female Version of Chokata Toshisuke

"Hmm! I have indeed grown taller, I’ve grown this much—"

Toshisuke raised his right thumb and index finger, showing a length of about 1 centimeter.

"Tea is coming~~"

At this time, Inoue came into the hall carrying tea and snacks.

The chores at Shiwei Hall like serving tea, cleaning, and laundry have always been handled by Inoue, the "old housekeeper of Shiwei Hall" who greatly enjoys doing such work.

Earlier, Inoue went back to his hometown to help a friend with land reclamation, so these tasks had been temporarily taken over by Abi, Toshisuke, and others.

Upon Inoue’s return, these chores were naturally resumed by the old housekeeper.

"Uncle Gen." Mitsuo took the tea handed over by Inoue, sipped a little, "Your brewed tea is as delicious as ever."

"Hahaha." Inoue laughed heartily, "Mitsuo, you still know how to talk so well."

"Ho ho ho, Mitsuo, Rintaro." At this moment, Zhouzhu spoke from directly across Mitsuo, "It’s been a long time since I’ve seen you both!"

Following Zhouzhu, Abi who was seated to the side and back said, "We’re so grateful for your willingness to attend our son’s wedding."

"Master Kondo, Mrs. Kondo, it’s been a while, please forgive my negligence." Mitsuo put down the teacup, bowed slightly to Zhouzhu and Abi, and continued with a polite and gracious smile, "Mr. Kondo is getting married, as Toshisuke’s sister, I couldn’t possibly miss the feast."

Saying that, Mitsuo shifted her gaze to Kondo.

"Mr. Kondo, congratulations on tying the knot."

"Hahaha, thank you!" Kondo, whose heart had long been captivated by Matsui Joo since their first meeting and was determined to continue the family lineage with her, showed an embarrassed smile, scratching the back of his head while letting out a slightly goofy laugh.

"Mitsuo." Zhouzhu spoke again, "How are things? Have you been well lately?"

"We’ve been doing pretty well lately."

"Hino Inn may not be as bustling as Edo, but it is peaceful and simple, less likely to be disturbed by the chaos of the world."

"These days, the world is in turmoil."

"Foreign invaders are entering, and there are cries to ’expel the barbarians’..."

"In such times, living in a tranquil, undisturbed rural area is indeed a blessing."

...

Overall, Toshisuke’s sister gives a very good impression.

Sociably graceful, articulate, very polite, speaking with her feels like a breath of spring.

Yet, Aoto always felt a hint of the "strong woman" vibe in Mitsuo’s every smile and gesture.

Compared to Mitsuo, her husband Rintaro, who married into her family, seemed a bit less noticeable.

Chokata Rintaro is also a samurai equipped with two swords.

But whether in appearance or demeanor... Rintaro seemed more like a rural old farmer who had never seen much of the world than a samurai.

Mitsuo mostly took charge of communication with the people at Shiwei Hall, while Rintaro sat quietly next to his wife, with little to say.

Not sure if it’s Aoto’s illusion...

Aoto always felt... with his sister and brother-in-law’s arrival, Toshisuke didn’t seem quite excited.

Considering the interactions between Toshisuke and Mitsuo, their sibling bond should be very good indeed.

Mitsuo complimented Toshisuke for growing taller, and Toshisuke was so happy as if he could almost jump.

—Does Mr. Chokata really dislike being urged to marry by his sister...

Recalling Toshisuke’s complaint last night about "his sister always urging him to marry," Aoto couldn’t help but ponder this.

...

...

In the following days, Aoto’s life was extraordinarily tranquil.

Although Zhouzhu had invited Mitsuo and her husband to stay directly at Shiwei Hall, where there was still plenty of room, Mitsuo politely declined, saying "it would be too much trouble for you all."

Mitsuo and Rintaro stayed at an inn not far from Shiwei Hall.

The couple came to visit Shiwei Hall every day, spending most of the day there.

With her exceptional social skills, Mitsuo quickly blended in with everyone, including Aoto.

There wasn’t much to elaborate on about Aoto’s life in these two days.

Just constantly rehabilitating his body.

The sparring with Inoue awakened Aoto’s muscles to the feeling of combat.

After two days of intense rehabilitation, Aoto felt his physical condition had almost returned to the state before the injury.

Thus... Aoto thought it was time.

It’s time to start practicing Iaido!

...

...

Man’en 1 (1860), August 6—

Edo, Thousand Affairs House—

Clang.

"Meow meow meow~~"

As soon as Aoto pushed open the door of Thousand Affairs House with a "clang," Big Orange Cat Dodo ran to Aoto with graceful feline steps, meowing along the way.

"Ah, Aoto!"

The next sound after the meowing was Mukiwa’s joyful call, along with the familiar "thud thud thud" of Mukiwa’s small footsteps on the wooden corridor.

"Good morning, Awu."

Aoto grinned warmly at Mukiwa who was quickly approaching.

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