As I promised a couple of hours ago, here is the next chapter of the story.
LOVE IN THE FAST LANE=================
Present Day - TokyoTokyo Special Operatives Agency is said to be the best Undercover Intelligence Agency in Japan, and is owned by one of the wealthiest families in the country. Takahashi Hisao, current owner and Chief of Staff of TSOA is currently inside his office, staring at the clock impatiently.
Those daredevils should better be here in five minutes. He thought as he walked by his office window overlooking the front lawn of the building.
Hmmm... I wonder what's the commotion all about down there...VVVRRRROOOOOMM!!!Three vehicles zoomed past the security guards as they opened the gates. A red Ferrari 599 GTO, silver Porsche Cayman S, and a black Ducati Superbike 898 EVO parked with ease in front of the main entrance. Employees flocked at the main lobby, wondering who the newcomers were.
Ara, Ara. Right on time. They never cease to surprise me. Hisao then called his secretary to prepare the Board Room.
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The owners of the cars stepped out gracefully and glanced at the onlookers inside the building.
"Ma~~, it seemed we have gathered quite a crowd." Minegishi Minami mused.
"So it seems Miichan. Fine morning for a ride, don't you think Takamina?" Kojima Haruna said to the girl stepping off the bike.
Takahashi Minami took off her helmet and flicked her long brown hair. "Un, it was exhilirating and saved us a lot of time."
"Kyaaa~~~~~!" "Sugoi!" "They are so cool!" "Aren't those the Chief's granddaughters?" "I want to be their passenger!" "Are they single? I'm sooo available!" These are some of the comments that can be heard as the trio entered the main lobby.
"I bet you are gloating right now Haruna, especially since you're the one who initiated the race going here." Takamina whispered, noticing how the crowd parted like curtains as they walked by.
"Of course! We have to make a great first impression after all." Haruna said as a-matter-of fact.
"I wonder which floor the cafeteria is. From what I've heard, the food is great, especially the cakes." Miichan wondered.
"We'll definitely find out later, but for now, the Chief is expecting us." Takamina said as she pushed the elevator button going to the top floor.
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Once inside the Board Room, the trio saw the Chief already sitting at the head of a big, glass table.
"Good morning Chief! Thank you for having us here." The three bowed in unison.
"Good morning, please have a seat." Hisao greeted back. He then started typing on the virtual keyboard reflecting on the glass table, turning on the glass wall projector behind him, opening up different files in rapid succession.
"Wow... I wonder if we could use that with my Xbox." Haruna whispered.
Hisao cleared his throat. "I would like to congratulate you three for graduating on top of your class and for passing the training and qualification exams for the agency in flying colors. And because of that, I will give you a special mission. Your first undercover mission."
"Undercover mission? FOR REAL?!" Miichan asked excitedly.
"For real." Hisao replied then walked towards the glass projector, tapped the projected files with his fingers and began with the briefing of the mission. "Akimoto Yasushi is a good friend of mine and asked for our help. He is the owner of the AKB48, an all-girls racing team which is popular for participating in different types of racing: city racing, formula1 racing, bike racing and even drag racing, just to name a few. Also, he hosts the Annual AKB City Race wherein the best drivers all over Japan compete, including his team."
"I've heard of that race. Once a year, Tokyo would close the roads at midnight for the race. From what I've heard, they constantly change the course to challenge the participants and to provide alternative routes for the public to use." Takamina interjected.
"That is correct." Hisao commended. "Betting among spectators and participants are also allowed but within a limit. However, Akimoto has been hearing rumors that there are people who use the racing events as means of illegal transactions: drug dealings, selling of illegal firearms, just to name a few. It also came to his attention that there have been frequent "accidents" that have been happening and that the other racing teams were too afraid to investigate." He said with a serious tone.
"So, what are we supposed to do in this mission?" Haruna asked.
Hisao smiled.
I bet they will enjoy this mission. "Being the speed demons that you already are, I want all of you to pose as independent racers..."
"Really?! This is our chance Takamina, Haruna!" Miichan interrupted, jumping from her seat.
"Ahem..."
"Sorry Chief, please continue..." Miichan whispered, sinking back to her seat.
"Anyway, Akimoto is currently looking for new drivers since his three best drivers retired recently. He will hold a special race because of that. I want the three of you to get drafted in his team and find out who's behind all these shenanigans. You will also protect his team whenever necessary." He continued, passing file folders to the three.
"Hai." the girls replied.
"All the necessary information are in those files. I decided not to change your names in this mission since you all are relatively new in the business. For the time being though, I strongly advise that you do not use your cars and bikes. The agency will provide you with different models and plates. The address for your apartment for this mission is also noted there. You will be issued with gadgets and your own guns before you leave the building. I also expect updates for every info and leads that you gather. Do you have any questions?"
The three looked at each other. Thinking that they don't have any questions in mind, they all shook their heads.
Hisao smiled. "Excellent. With that taken care of, how about you all give your Grandpa a hug?" he said, opening his arms for the girls.
Takamina, Haruna and Miichan beamed, and ran to their grandfather giving him a group hug.
"We missed you Grandpa!" Haruna exclaimed.
"We will do our best for this mission!" Takamina said.
"Mou, Grandpa is such a meanie... being serious and all that when we came in." Miichan pouted, obviously teasing the old man as they went out the board room.
Hisao let out a belly laugh, surprising the employees along the hallway. "Hahahahaha! Convincing isn't it? I'm not the Chief of Staff for nothing!" He joked. "Well, since we finished ahead of time, how about grabbing some lunch at the cafeteria. The cakes they sell are really great. My treat."
"I want katsudon Grandpa!" Takamina requested.
"A big bowl of ramen for me please." Haruna said.
"Can I have 2 cakes for dessert?" Miichan asked.
"Of course! Order anything that you like. Welcome to the team everyone." Hisao replied.
"Arigatou Grandpa!" the three answered.
I think things will be much more lively now that the girls are part of the team. Do your best Takamina, Haruna, Miichan. Hisao thought as they go down the elevator.
To be continued...
finally posted this chapter! I know it is kinda long but it is all about their assignment after all. I will work on the next chapter later on tonight.
I would like to congratulate those who have guessed right for the main characters in this story.
I'm apologize that I don't know Mayu that much and I'm still in the process in getting to know the other members of AKB48 asides from the 3 in the story.
I hope everyone enjoyed this chapter. I'll be introducing the other characters in the next chapter
Thank you all for your support!