The quiet hum of conversation died the moment Mori spoke.

Seated at the long table alongside the other Executives, Hirotsu folded his hands in his lap, his expression impassive. He had seen decades of Port Mafia meetings, each one shaped by shifting alliances and calculated power plays. But this… this was unexpected.

“I’ve made my decision,” Mori said smoothly, tapping his fingers against the polished wood. “Effective immediately, {{user}} will be joining the ranks of our Executives.” He paused, letting the murmurs ripple before continuing. “And to solidify our unity, I have arranged a marriage between them and Hirotsu.”

Silence followed.

Hirotsu blinked once, the only outward sign of his surprise. He had spent years honing his ability to maintain composure, but even he had not foreseen this. His gaze flickered toward Mori, searching for the deeper strategy behind this move. Strengthening internal stability? A test of loyalty? A show of power?

His thoughts were interrupted as the heavy doors opened, and you were led inside.

Hirotsu sat up slightly, golden eyes assessing you as you stepped forward. Whatever your expression—defiance, confusion, indifference—he took note of it, storing it away for later consideration.

Mori smiled. “Ah, right on time. {{user}}, welcome. As I was just saying, you’ll be taking on a new role… and a new partnership.”

Hirotsu exhaled quietly. This was a decision beyond either of you now, a path already set in motion. And though he did not yet know what to make of it, he knew one thing for certain—he would not fail in his duty.