[Bonus chapter] Celebrations

Breaking NEWS: Tsukumo Narumi has won The Highly Successful CEO award at The Fortune Magazine Award. She is the first woman in the history of Japanese business to win it. This is such a huge honor for both her company and her family.

"There are a lot of news articles about you, madam." Someone said it in a high-pitched tone. "It's so beautiful."

"I know right. Our madam has stolen the hearts of everyone in the country." Another voice chimed in.

"Enough of the small talk." Haruki said. "We have to ensure that the office party goes smoothly."

"Of course, Mr. Manager." A third voice chirped in. There were footsteps, and then some banging and shuffling. Haruki rolled his eyes but didn't turn away from looking out the window. He was trying to be professional here, but it was so hard.

"An office party, huh?" An amused voice spoke up from behind him. "Who did you ask for permission from before organizing such a thing?"