After Losing My Girlfriend, Mother, And Sister To Someone Else, I won 1.5 Billion Yen In The lottery. Now, I’m hiring A Coworker To Help Me Get My Revenge - Episode 8

Moreover, as the days passed, I was buying a set of assorted detergents at the department store.

I moved to the apartment through my grandfather’s connections, but I still hadn’t introduced myself to the neighbors.

I ate a relatively expensive hamburger along the way, and after several years, I stopped by an arcade and ended up spending about 5000 yen on the crane game.

Even though I’ve wasted so much money, I don’t feel heavy-hearted at all.

Could it be that even if I play at the arcade every day, I would still have money left over? With 1.5 billion yen, that is.

Eating pizza or grilled meat every day? Or rather, eating grilled meat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day?

Let’s not do it, it will lead to an early death.

But, I need to start thinking about the specifics from now on.

The use of the 1.5 billion after the revenge is over.

Investing to increase it more… what are you going to do with even more? It’s not like you want to build a theme park or anything.

I wonder if there are things I want to do.

Getting a license and buying a luxury car… nah. Sports cars seem cramped, and I don’t want to drive in a thrilling way that pushes their performance to the limit.

What else could it be besides a car? A wristwatch, maybe?

“Well, let’s think it over slowly.”

Returning to the apartment, I tidy up the daily necessities I bought, like dishes and towels.

Then I rang the doorbell of my neighbor and introduced myself.

The door opens.

“Eh”

Hanazaki-san was there.

Hanazaki-san is also surprised, blinking her eyes.

No way, you were living next door, Hanazaki-san!?

What a coincidence… Wait, if I look closely, it actually says “HANAZAKI” on the front door.

Write it in kanji, please. My eyes tend to slip over the alphabet.

“Fujii-kun, I’ll ask just in case.”

“Y-yeah”

“Stalker?”

“No, that’s not it!! I just happened to move in next door!!”

Since it was a special occasion, I invited you to my new home.

It’s a room with absolutely no furniture or appliances.

“There’s hardly any stuff. No wonder there was no sign of moving.”

“Honestly, I didn’t want to go back to that house anymore, so I left almost everything behind. The bedding set is scheduled to arrive in the evening.”

“Why don’t you just build a house?”

“It’s too big for living alone. I’ll use this place as a temporary residence for now and take my time looking for a room.”

It’s a temporary shelter considering the possibility that those scumbags might take revenge.

“Living alone, you might get married someday, right?”

“Sorry, but I can’t trust women anymore.”

“Still using such a big subject as always. But well, I guess it can’t be helped.”

Ms. Hanazaki opens the window.

Since it’s a room on the 10th floor, the view is quite good.

That said, it must be a familiar sight for Ms. Hanazaki.

“Now that you’ve become rich, are you going to live in a high-rise apartment?”

“How about it? It seems quite inconvenient in many ways, so I haven’t considered it. By the way, has the revenge plan moved on to the next stage?”

“Yeah, that’s right. For now, we’ve dealt a heavy blow to the four of them. From now on, we’ll take them down one by one, for sure. Just to ask, who do you find the most unforgivable among the four?”

“Mom, I can’t forgive you not just as a person, but also as a mother.”

“Quick answer, huh? What about your little sister?”

I couldn’t answer her question.

Sayu is also a target of revenge. However, he is still a middle school student.

I have no intention of forgiving, but somehow I find myself wanting to lend a hand at some point.

You’re too naive, not even close.

That said, it all depends on him from now on. If he continues to commit the kind of foolish acts that make even the little bit of conscience I have left feel appalled, my opinion might change.

At least I hope that guy has the ability to learn.

“Changing the subject, what is Murano doing now?”

According to my investigation, she is taking refuge at her college boyfriend’s house.

“A college boyfriend!? Huh, but isn’t Makabe your boyfriend…?”

“Hehehe, do you really think that type of woman is devoted?”

“Wow. W-wait, how did you find out?”

“Find all the social media accounts that Mr. Murano is using, and determine his approximate location from his posts. After that, we can stake out lightly or observe the inside of his room from a rooftop with a telephoto camera…”

You’re going that far.

I appreciate the cooperation, but it’s quite off-putting.

I definitely don’t want to make this person an enemy.

“I also have access to my college boyfriend’s account.”

“Oh, really? What kind of guy is he?”

“He’s the kind of guy who would date a woman like that, right? You can imagine it.”

“I see.”

“Hehehe. I’ve always wanted to do something like this, like a spy.”

I’m glad to see you’re having fun.

You’re more invested than I, the victim.

“I don’t know why, but I feel like my resentment towards my mom is gradually fading away.”

“Because I can vent my frustrations. Once everything is over, a new life will surely begin.”

“A new life, huh…”

Hanazaki-san’s gaze rises.

I am gazing at the endlessly extending blue sky far, far away.

“I’ve been living with a constant sense of guilt towards Dad and resentment towards Mom, and I don’t really have any friends or hobbies.”

So that’s why you were always alone at school.

He resembles me.

I was also doing my best for my family, so I was at my limit.

“Why not just make it after we’re done? Don’t you have anything you want to try?”

“Hmm. Love and stuff.”

“I was just like you, Fujii-kun, thinking I wouldn’t get into a relationship. Making excuses like I’d just get betrayed anyway or that I don’t have time for that right now.”

“Yeah”

“But, if I were to live as an ordinary girl, maybe I could try dating at least once. Hehe.”

He/she laughed shyly.

It was a heartwarming and adorable smile.

Still, I probably won’t end up in a romantic relationship with her.

Even if it’s Ms. Hanazaki, women are already scary.

“I hope you find a wonderful person.”

“Fujii-kun too.”

Suddenly, a “growl” sound came from Hanazaki-san’s stomach.

She couldn’t help but laugh, and Hanazaki-san’s face turned red.

“There’s no helping it, I haven’t eaten anything since this morning.”

“Hehe, sorry, sorry.”

“Geez. Hey, hey, can I be a little selfish?”

“What?”

“Today, Dad isn’t coming home, right?”

Wha-what are you suddenly talking about?

“I’m not sure what to make for dinner. I was thinking it would be nice to have something good for a change.”

“For example?”

“Like the ones with fish on top of vinegared rice…”

“Hahaha. Sure, I’ll treat you. I was getting hungry too.”

“Yay!! Thank you!!”

“However, let’s go to the conveyor belt sushi place nearby. I’m already too tired from walking today.”

“Understood!”

Sushi treat, huh…? Well, it’s fine. I’ll be in Hanazaki-san’s care from now on anyway.

Besides, I want to chat with her just a little longer.