[Author's Note: I'm sorry that I couldn't reply to your comments yet. I'll keep updating until the end of the month. Hopefully, my condition changes for the better during the short hiatus :') ]
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Shortly before eight, the three men arrived at the event.
The social gathering was held at a hotel in the neighboring city. The newly opened hotel was located in the suburb of the city, surrounded by the greenery of nearby hills.
Kenji parked the car at the designated spots for the event attendees. The hotel staffs were busy leading the guests to the hall. Heisuke silently followed Mr. Hokama and Kenji inside the lobby.
"Good morning, misters. Are you here for..."
Mr. Hokama smiled at the hotel concierge who greeted their small group of three. The young man in a maroon and yellow uniform immediately showed the way to them.
