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Senate. 

While this term might be familiar to many people, they might not know there was an organization with such a name in this country. 

Yet, while the Isshiki family might not have much of a deep connection with this organization, it didn't mean that Masa didn't know about it, especially since many of his ventures were supported and sponsored by the members of this organization, so he knew well what kind of power and influence each of the members of this organization had, especially the woman before him. 

Still, while Masa knew about this organization well, his uncle decided to explain it, including the identity of the woman before him, so that way, they could stay low-key with their information-gathering ability. 

"The Shadow Emperors." 

Those words were the best way to describe this organization; yup, the members of this organization ruled this country from the shadows. They may not have an official position, but in this country, they hold a second position only to the country. 

Yet, even if Masa heard how amazing this organization was and how impressive it was, one question had been bugging him. "I apologize if it's a rude question, but what is the purpose of this organization?" 

Was it just for a cool purpose for those people with the power to gather? 

After all, those with power loved to create their own organizations, like those of the Illuminati, Knight Templar, or Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. 

Masa felt that the Senate was similar to the existence of such an organization, the so-called secret society. 

"That's a good question." 

When his uncle wanted to answer, the charming, mature woman with an elegant temperament answered Masa's question. "Still, what do you think this organization was created for, Hiiro Masa?" 

"Ah, um..." 

Masa wasn't sure how to handle this since he knew well that the identity of this woman was so special, and that was why he was dumbfounded when she suddenly appeared before him, a young man who was about to become a high school student. 

Yes, his achievement was crazy, but then again, he knew well that in this country where the so-called pedigree was sought the greater importance, he was nothing but a baby, a flea, probably in the eyes of this woman. 

Masa's uncle also wasn't sure how to handle this, but the woman smiled and said, "You can call me Hazumi-san, so can I call you Masa?" 

"Ah, yes, Hazumi-san. Please call me that way." 

To handle such a mature woman, Masa had always shown his innocence, a virgin-like aura, and actions that weren't used to having a beautiful woman close by his side. 

"..." 

Watching Masa, who blushed shyly as he answered Asuha Hazumi's words, Masa's uncle thought this guy was as crafty as ever! 

After all, this was a nephew who often took a bath with his wife during childhood! 

If Masa wasn't such an understanding young man who would refuse his aunt that he had grown up and it wouldn't have been appropriate for him to take a bath with her, then Masa's uncle would slap him. 

Still, Masa was a virgin, after all, and while he was quite crafty around a woman, Masa's uncle knew well that Masa didn't have any experience, so he felt that... it might be good to ask someone to help him gain some experience. 

The "age of free sex" might end, and everyone would take care of their virginity before marriage, but with advanced medical technology, it was possible for a woman to regrow their membrane again, gaining their second virginity. More importantly, due to this advanced medical technology and the use of birth control medicine, no unwanted pregnancy would happen. 

Masa's role in the Isshiki family was too important, after all, so Masa's uncle thought it might be necessary to help him learn in that area so he wouldn't be deceived. 

Yet, there was no doubt Hazumi Asuha was a charming woman. 

With her beautiful black hair neatly arranged and a subtle yet refined kimono wrapped around her womanly body, enhancing the shape of her ripened body, it was natural for a young man like Masa to be attracted despite having a beautiful fiancee. 

Still, with such a beautiful appearance, no one would expect that Asuha was already over 60, and if someone saw her, they would think of her as a wealthy, powerful lady in her early 40s, showing how much the anti-aging technology had developed in this world. 

'My 42-year-old wealthy housewife's neighbor is too charming.' 

Somehow, such a title probably suited her, but Masa knew if he dared to say those words out loud, apologizing would be enough. 

Nevertheless, there was no doubt that while Masa's reaction was rude, especially for Asuha, a woman with her status, but as a woman, his reaction was something that she liked instead of the overly formal submission that everyone showed toward her. It could be said that his reaction made her smile and gave a slight color to her monochrome-like life, especially after she passed away from her husband. 

So, a woman of her age could still charm a young man like him, and such a thought quickly made her happy. 

Yet, what attracted her was his innocent-like attitude, like a white canvas that hadn't been tainted. Honest and genuine, which made her wish to taint him somehow. 

"...." Masa. 

Still, neither of them could express such a thought, especially with their status. 

Masa was the heir of the Isshiki family, and Asuha was the head of the Hazumi family. 

However, Masa wasn't sure, as not everything was recorded with technology since many still continued to write on paper for secrecy purposes, but he still had basic knowledge of the Hazuki family. 

A family that lives in the southern part of the Kii Peninsula and has a long history of religious influence that makes them well known in relation to temples and shrines where their power base is derived from the support of a large contingent of esoteric groups that has been passing on hidden knowledge in the background of history since pre-dynastic times.

From a pre-dynasty point to now, it has been natural for Asuha to have a proud attitude as her family's lineage has been able to continue. 

The kings, emperors, countries, shogun, and other things in this area known as Japan in the past history might have been destroyed, but even so, their families would still exist until now, showing their influence definitely something that was unattainable by the majority of people in this world. 

Yet, while Masa was curious why Asuha came to meet him and why his uncle even let her meet him, he decided to answer her question first. "Based on my speculation, this organization should be created because it wishes to protect this country."

"You are right." Asuha didn't refute Masa's answer and nodded softly. "But from who?" 

Who? 

If it was another country, then there would be an army. 

If it was a dangerous magician, then there was also a magician family. 

So, from who did this organization try to protect the country? 

Also, if this organization existed to protect, then why did it try to hide itself from the public? 

However, before Masa was able to give an answer, Asuha said, "Demons, devils, spirits, and various other supernatural phenomenons that we can't explain with the laws of physics. 

"We exist to protect this country from those things that appear to the public, and they will always remain hidden within the dark." 

"...." 

Falling into silence, Masa realized that this world wasn't as simple as he thought it would be.