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Chapter 499 498 · Family Pool Party
After lunch, the Takeshima family held a family birthday party in the private swimming pool.

Everyone was immersed in the joy of Takeshima Daye's birthday, and Takeshima Mie also showed a happy smile, as if she had not encountered any problems at all.

Psychologists Rika Mimura and Shirakawa were also invited and got along well with the hospitable Takeshima family.

Shirakawa went to the restroom during the conversation and happened to run into Hirokichi Takeshima and Rika Mimura fighting on the second floor.

When they saw Shirakawa, they immediately distanced themselves from each other. Hirokichi Takeshima explained awkwardly,

"Rika and I are old classmates. We are discussing whether to attend this year's class reunion. Hey, every year's class reunion is very troublesome. If I go, I'm afraid that people will think I'm showing off. If I don't go, it seems like I'm neglecting the friendship of my classmates."

"show off?"

Shirakawa looked at Takeshima Hirokichi in confusion.

Mimura Rika smiled and said, "Takeshima-kun is the most successful businessman in our class. He is now the president of a multinational company, and the company's annual profit can reach eight figures."

A turnover of tens of millions is indeed worth showing off.

But it’s not as good as the legacy left by my father, right?
Baichuan complained in his heart, "So that's how it is. Sorry, I have to go to the bathroom."

"It's okay, Kuraki-kun, don't rush back today, stay and eat cake later."

Takeshima Hirokichi said with a smile.

Baichuan nodded slightly and walked into the bathroom.

After solving his physiological problems, Baichuan returned to the swimming pool.

Takeshima Ayumi insisted on dragging Shirakawa into a swimming competition, so all the young people went into the water.

"Miri-nee used to be on the swimming team, so you better be careful, Kuraki-kun."

Takeshima Mie said with a smile.

"Hey, hey, hey, don't just talk about Misato-nee, I'm a swimming expert who won't lose to you! I've been practicing at the swimming club before! Kuraki-kun, if you want to lose to me, you have to agree to one thing I ask."

Takeshima Ayumi said.

"Brother Ayumi, Kuraki-kun won't lose, and he didn't bet with you. I remember your club was going to be disbanded, wasn't it?"

Takeshima Mie took Shirakawa's arm.

"Tsk, whose sister are you anyway?"

Takeshima Ayumi said jealously.

"Yeah, don't make it difficult for Kuraki-kun. Competition comes second, friendship comes first."

Takeshima Misato smiled and said, "Whoever beats me will be the one to set off the fireworks tonight."

"Okay!"

Everyone agreed.

The swimming competition has begun.

Even Takeshima Mie swam forward without showing any weakness, like a lively red koi.

Shirakawa looked at her back and recalled the days they spent together at the beach.

"Brother Kuraki, stop being in a daze and start swimming!"

Masumi Takeshima, who was standing next to the swimming pool, shouted loudly that she liked Shirakawa, her handsome brother, very much.

Mina Takeshima rubbed Masumi Takeshima's head and said, "Go and play with grandpa."

Takeshima Masumi ran to Takeshima Daye and said coquettishly,

"Grandpa, I want to join, too. I can join the swimming team."

"Haha, you're still young."

Takeshima Daye said with a smile.

The competition ended quickly. Although Baichuan gave everyone 30 seconds, his excellent physical strength still allowed him to get second place.

The first one is Misato Takeshima, who was once a member of the swimming team.

It has to be said that some sports cannot be done just by having a good body, you still need to practice more skills.

Although the two were only a few seconds apart.

Takeshima Misato looked at Shirakawa in surprise, "Kuraki-kun, are you also on the swimming team?"

“I just simply like this sport more.”

Baichuan said modestly.

Mie Takeshima, who came in fourth, said excitedly, "Kuraki-kun is a great swimmer."

"Brother Kuraki is so awesome."

Masumi Takeshima jumped excitedly beside the swimming pool.

"Kuragi-kun is really popular among the kids."

Takeshima Misato laughed.

“I didn’t expect that I would lose.”

Takeshima Ayumi shook his head in disappointment.

Takeshima Hirokichi patted his shoulder and said, "It's okay, at least you are third."

Everyone played in the swimming pool until the evening and then had a barbecue next to the pool.

After eating the barbecue, Takeshima Misato lit up the fireworks. Rows of fireworks shot straight into the sky, shining brightly.

In the lively atmosphere, Takeshima Mina launched the birthday cake.

Everyone started singing birthday song for Takeshima Daye.

"Dad, it's time for you to make a wish."

Takeshima Mie looked at Takeshima Daye with curved eyebrows.

Takeshima Daye nodded slightly, made a wish, and blew out the candle.

He actually doesn't like celebrating birthdays, but he's making an exception this year because he knows he doesn't have much time left.

"Grandpa, what did you wish for?"

Takeshima Masumi asked innocently.

"Stupid, it won't work if you say it out loud."

Takeshima Ayumi tapped her niece's head.

Masumi Takeshima held his head and hummed twice.

Takeshima Daye raised his head and looked at Shirakawa.

"Kuragi-kun, can you tell me now?"

Although I don't want to break this happy atmosphere, if this matter is dragged on for too long it will only cause more harm to Takeshima Mie.

Baichuan nodded, "Okay."

Everyone looked at them in surprise, not understanding what secret there was between Shirakawa and old man Takeshima.

"Let's go to the living room."

Takeshima Daye led everyone out of the swimming pool and back to the living room of the villa.

They each found a comfortable position on the sofa. Masumi Takeshima even cut a piece of cake and brought it in. While eating the cake, she stared at her grandfather curiously.

Baichuan picked up a cup of black tea, took a sip, and said slowly,

"Actually, I came here this time to solve Mr. Takeshima's difficulties."

"Father's difficulties? What difficulties did father encounter?"

Takeshima Ayumi asked curiously.

Takeshima Daye glanced at him and signaled him not to interrupt.

Bai Chuan continued,

"Mr. Takeshima's recent troubles revolve around Mie, so what I really need to do is to solve Mie's problems."

Takeshima Mie was slightly stunned and her eyes gradually turned red.

"Dad, have you told Kuraki-kun?"

Takeshima Daye nodded, "Yes, Mie."

Shirakawa patted Takeshima Mie's shoulder and comforted her, "Don't be afraid, Mie, please believe me."

"I...I believe you. I, I just, I just don't believe myself."

Takeshima Mie lowered her head and muttered.

“You have to believe in yourself, too.”

Bai Chuan said with a smile.

"Kuragi-kun, what exactly do you want to say?"

Takeshima Misato looked at him in confusion.

Hirokichi Takeshima's eyes met with Rika Mimura, but he quickly retracted his gaze and looked at his wife Mina Takeshima.

"In fact, Meijiang doesn't suffer from delusions at all. These are all the effects of drugs and psychological suggestion."

Shirakawa looked at the psychiatrist, Rika Mimura.
"Ms. Rika, am I right?"

Takeshima Daiya was stunned. He looked at Mimura Rika in surprise, "Is it true?"

Mimura Rika frowned. "Hypochondriasis is not diagnosed by me alone. Mie's doctor also made the same diagnosis. Kuraki-kun, although you are a famous detective, you probably don't know much about psychology, right? Why do you question our professional judgment?"

"That's because you bribed Mie's previous doctor. You wanted to make Mie's condition look worse and worse, and finally let Mr. Takeshima send her to a mental hospital for long-term treatment."

Bai Chuan said firmly.

Everyone's expressions changed.

Takeshima Mie and Takeshima Daye's faces were filled with shock.

Masumi Takeshima also opened her mouth in surprise. Although she was still young and couldn't fully understand it, she felt it was very serious.

"You? Besides Dr. Mimura, who else was involved?"

Takeshima Daye asked angrily.

Bai Chuan reminded him to take two pills before continuing.

"In addition to Ms. Rika, Mr. Kokichi, Mrs. Mina, Ms. Misato, and Mr. Ayumi are all involved."

(End of this chapter)