Episode 23: A New Proposal At dusk, the view from the window of the apartment where Hayato lived was stained crimson. In the living room, the five companions were gathered, seeing each other for the first time in a while. The spacious living room of the high-rise apartment offered a panoramic view of the city’s … The Devoted Life of the Returning Hero – Chapter 23
Chapter 22: Going All Out On a wide mat, Hayato and Sasaki faced each other. The elites of the security company surrounded them, watching the two with bated breath. President Yasumoto was also observing quietly from a short distance away, his arms crossed. After a moment of silence, Sasaki, a former martial artist, quickly stepped … The Devoted Life of the Returning Hero – Chapter 22
Chapter 21: To the Workplace “It’s a bit sudden, but I’ll have you go to that security company. He will guide you there.” Tsuyoshi said this, his gaze shifting to a man who had been waiting silently until now. The man, who had been standing quietly near the door, took a step forward and bowed … The Devoted Life of the Returning Hero – Chapter 21
Episode 20: A New Job Hayato was looking up at the main entrance of the Tetsumura Group headquarters building. The blue windowpanes of the skyscraper reflected the autumn sunlight, mirroring the sky like a giant looking glass. For a moment, he felt that he never would have imagined being summoned to a place like this. … The Devoted Life of the Returning Hero – Chapter 20
Chapter 19: Watching the Tournament Having safely finished my job with Tsuyoshi, I had an important plan after returning to Japan. Riri’s badminton club was participating in the Tokyo Metropolitan Tournament. From the moment I heard she would be playing, I had decided to go and cheer her on. I’m glad the job didn’t drag … The Devoted Life of the Returning Hero – Chapter 19
Chapter 18: Mine Inspection As planned, the mine inspection began. The day after the betrayal of the person in charge of guarding was discovered, the original plans were completely revised, and the bodyguards’ vigilance was also strengthened. Tsuyoshi’s meetings with local officials were held at multiple, dispersed locations, and the travel routes were changed each … The Devoted Life of the Returning Hero – Chapter 18
Chapter 17: The Truth of the Situation “First, regarding the information about those attackers, they are a mercenary group hired by a rival company.” Josuke sat down on the sofa and began to explain to Hayato and Tsuyoshi in a low voice. “It seems Hayato’s intimidation was quite effective. We intercepted their radio transmissions, and … The Devoted Life of the Returning Hero – Chapter 17
Chapter 16: Ambush “Don’t stop! Keep driving!” Josuke’s loud voice echoed through the vehicle. His voice carried the authority of memories inherited from the other world and his calm judgment. The driver, who had been about to slam on the brakes, snapped back to his senses and floored the accelerator. The tires shrieked as the … The Devoted Life of the Returning Hero – Chapter 16
Episode 15: On the Way to the Hotel We arrived at the local airport on schedule. … As he disembarked from the plane and headed towards the arrival lobby, a strange sensation ran down Hayato’s spine. His Sense of Danger, which had saved his life countless times in the other world, was now reacting sharply. … The Devoted Life of the Returning Hero – Chapter 15
Chapter 14: A Request for Help A few days had passed since the reunion with my companions. That morning, I was sipping coffee and vaguely gazing at the television screen. The view from the high-rise apartment window was a glittering cityscape under a clear, sunny sky. It was a peaceful daily life, a stark contrast … The Devoted Life of the Returning Hero – Chapter 14