In Boston, Rukawa and Sakuragi had effectively been neighbors for over half a year. While Rukawa rarely showed his face, he had genuinely bought the house.
From Rock's perspective, the most cost-effective approach was undoubtedly renting. However, at the time, the only house available for sale was this one, and rental properties were located much further away.
Presented with both options, Rukawa didn't even bat an eyelid before signing the papers to buy it.
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