Johnny Hiro: The Skills to Pay the Bills #[nn]
In "Guys, Girls, and Gorillas," Johnny Hiro shares a revealing tale from his past as Mr. Masago’s unexpected partnership with Shinto Pete unravels under pressure. When Sumo Joe’s downfall sparks a Yakuza threat, old alliances are tested and secrets surface—leaving Johnny puzzled by the rift between Masago and Pete. Written and illustrated by Fred Chao, with cover art by Fred Chao, this 2013 issue offers a sharp, character-driven story set in the world of Johnny Hiro.
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Johnny tells Mayumi the story of how Mr. Masago became a business partner with Shinto Pete. Unfortunately, Masago's former client Sumo Joe fell on hard times and his investors believed it was Masago's fault, so they sent the Yakuza after him. Sumo Joe cleared up the problem. Johnny still doesn't understand why Masago and Shinto Pete became rivals.
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