Chapter 1813

After Yahiko had finished his words, Charlie looked at him in admiration.

It seemed that Yahiko had a great vision. He was able to control his deepest desire, and he was neither greedy nor reckless.

If his position was to be replaced by another ambitious and greedy family, it was most likely that the family would have reacted otherwise.

That family would overpower other families via the occupation of shares from the Takahashi family and Matsumoto family’s businesses. With that, that family would become the leading family.

On the other hand, that family would try their best to form partnerships with families from overseas in order to increase their wealth as well as for further business development.

Nevertheless, Yahiko could foresee the underlying dangers and risks.

Undoubtedly, the Schulz family was as ruthless as a tiger and wolf.

Such families not only had no social morality, but they had also lost their basic humanity.

If one were to form a partnership with this kind of family, one had to be prudent all the time to avoid being backstabbed by them.

If one joined forces with the Schulz family’s competitor, it would most likely form a rivalry with the family, hence, it was riskier.

Instead of forming alliances with these culprits, one might as well work hard to strengthen oneself.

Emi understood her brother’s concern and vision. She said seriously, “Brother, you’re right. I have overlooked this perspective.”

Yahiko waved his hand. “Your way of thinking is not wrong. Business is like a gamble—either we play a bigger bet and risk it all for an unparalleled future, or we play it safe by strengthening ourselves to achieve sufficient bargaining power and know when to stop….”

Having said this, Yahiko sighed, “Before this incident, I would’ve had the same thought as you to grab the opportunity to play a bigger bet. However, after passing through the valley of death and losing both of my legs, I’ve finally realized how precious life is and the meaning of staying alive. More so after I nearly lost Nanako……”

“As such, I would prefer to act prudently and ensure each step taken is slowly but surely.”

Emi nodded her head gravely.

At this moment, Yahiko took a look at Nanako before saying in a serious tone, “Nanako, since you’ve fully recovered, from now on, you may stay with me in Tokyo.”

Nanako hesitated.

She enjoyed the environment in Kyoto and was rather reluctant to leave Kyoto too.

However, with the present situation, she could no longer follow her own will freely. Therefore, she immediately replied to her father, “Alright, Eminent Father. I will stay with you!”

Yahiko continued, “Not only will you stay to accompany me, but this is also to get yourself prepared to be the successor for our family’s businesses and assets.”

Nanako cut in, “Eminent Father, I have no experience at all in doing business. Would it not be too early to get me prepared for all of this?’

Yahiko nodded, then said seriously, “Indeed, it is a bit early. Nonetheless, given the current situation with my legs already gone, there will be much inconvenience caused by my movement in the future……”

After saying that, Yahiko’s look dulled, and he sighed, “Anyway, I’m now handicapped. It’s inappropriate for me to be the spokesperson for our family as this will affect our image.”

“As such, you will have to get yourself ready to be my successor. The least you will have to do is to carry the image of our family. To outsiders, you will be known as the representative of the Ito family.”