Tokyo, Shinjuku.
Takeya Takizawa was on the top floor of the Takizawa Group's building, his fingers toying with a jade pot as he planned his comeback.
The usual business tactics were no longer effective. His only recourse was to employ methods outside of conventional business; only then could he break this deadlock.
Based on his understanding of Phoenix Academy, Phoenix Academy Kochou's significant influence there was largely because she was the mother of Phoenix Academy Maggie, wielding power through her daughter's bloodline. Without this connection, Kochou's control over the Phoenix Academy Group would inevitably be susceptible to influence from some clan members. If he could get his hands on Phoenix Academy Maggie, his current predicament could be resolved. Kochou would never allow her daughter to be in danger.
Takeya Takizawa took a deep breath as a gentle knock came from the door.
"Come in," he called out.
