Tokyo: From Lawless Madpolice to Minister
Chapter 229 - 222: Paying respects to Godfather! Renping Kuniaki with a magnanimous heart

Chapter 229: Chapter 222: Paying respects to Godfather! Renping Kuniaki with a magnanimous heart

Aoyama Xiu Xin had visited Yanchuan Xianyou’s residence before.

But this was his first time coming to the Yanchuan Family’s home.

A single-family villa with a sense of age was not large, but it was very exquisite. Inside, aside from the security personnel, there was only one nanny instead of servants.

Walking into the living room, he immediately saw Yanchuan Shilang and Yanchuan Xianyou on the sofa and quickly walked up to them with a ninety-degree bow, "Lord Yanchuan!"

"Xiu Xin, you rascal, you’ve really stirred up quite a commotion behind my back!" Before Yanchuan Shilang could speak, Yanchuan Xianyou had already stood up and warmly wrapped an arm around his neck, his eyes unmistakably filled with admiration and astonishment, "A Police Chief, actually pushing the Director of the Cabinet’s Legislative Bureau to such an extent, it’s simply astounding."

"Isn’t that what Brother Xianyou told me to do-- to go all out for the sake of promoting automated loan machines?" Aoyama Xiu Xin said with a feigned shy smile.

Yanchuan Xianyou was at a loss for words, "I thought you were just going to spar with Takai Baoyu and wait for Yokoyama Ryohi to step in before I intervened. I never imagined you could uproot him completely, giving me quite the scare."

He had been waiting for Aoyama Xiu Xin to seek his help under the pressure of Yokoyama Ryohi, yet when he expected him least, he had just found out from his grandfather that Aoyama Xiu Xin had made Yokoyama Ryohi kneel.

God knows what his expression was like at that time.

Aoyama Xiu Xin’s fighting power was too fierce!

"I was planning to report to you after getting a hold of Takeda Fuji’s hidden accounts, but it seems you are already aware. I don’t know which person ruined the surprise I had prepared," Aoyama Xiu Xin complained deliberately.

Yanchuan Xianyou laughed, "The person you’re talking about is Yokoyama Ryohi himself. He just threw himself at my grandfather’s feet, weeping bitterly, begging for mercy and declaring his loyalty while kneeling on the ground."

Hearing this, Aoyama Xiu Xin’s expression changed instantly.

He hadn’t expected Yokoyama Ryohi to have this trick up his sleeve.

From the perspective of the Yanchuan Family, having leverage over Yokoyama Ryohi meant they could ensure his loyalty, especially considering he was not only the Director of the Cabinet’s Legislative Bureau but also had a group of bureaucrats following him.

Additionally, with Yokoyama Ryohi’s position and influence, once he joined the Yanchuan camp, he would undoubtedly become one of the core members, while Aoyama Xiu Xin’s current strength paled in comparison to the benefits Yokoyama could bring to the Yanchuan Family.

After joining the Yanchuan Family, he wouldn’t turn swords into plowshares with Aoyama Xiu Xin, and would surely seek revenge when the opportunity arose.

In internal struggles, Yanchuan Xianyou might not always unconditionally support Aoyama Xiu Xin, and over time, their relationship might even become strained.

Damn, Yokoyama Ryohi is incredibly cunning!

No, he must prevent him from surrendering!

"Police Chief Aoyama, I called you here also to hear your opinion. Do you think we should accept Yokoyama Ryohi?" Yanchuan Shilang asked softly.

"From a personal point of view, of course, I would prefer not to accept him, given that he would certainly seek retaliation against me," Aoyama Xiu Xin said with a bitter face.

Yanchuan Shilang chuckled lightly, finding the straightforwardness of this young man rather refreshing.

Aoyama Xiu Xin continued, "From the interests of the Yanchuan Family, we also cannot accept him. His position is high, his power great; indeed, having him join the Yanchuan camp would significantly increase our strength in the short term."

"But he is just over fifty years old, which is considered young among the upper echelons. He won’t be content to be forever subject to the Yanchuan Family, and although he hates me, he surely also resents the Yanchuan Family that supports me—it’s only due to the situation that he must hide his animosity."

"And those followers behind him, as long as he holds his position, they will always follow Yokoyama, not the Yanchuan Family!"

"So my recommendation is to take down Yokoyama Ryohi himself, yet absorb that group of bureaucrats who follow him into the Yanchuan Family to bolster our strength."

Having said this, he lowered his head, waiting for a response.

"Police Chief Aoyama has left out one point," Yanchuan Shilang said with a slight smile. "That is, if the Yanchuan Family accepts Yokoyama Ryohi’s surrender, it will inevitably lead to alienation and estrangement from you."

"Xiu Xin dares not!" Aoyama Xiu Xin immediately panicked upon hearing this, hastily getting up from his seat, and adamantly said, "Everything I am today is thanks to the support of Brother Xianyou. I shall repay even the smallest kindness with fountains of gratitude, and harboring any discontent over this is far from my heart—as the heavens can witness!"

"Alright, no need for such formalities," Yanchuan Xianyou said with a smile, helping him up, "since you call me ’Brother,’ then my grandfather is your grandfather too, so relax more in his presence."

"A grandchild should naturally show great respect to the grandfather," Aoyama Xiu Xin replied, seizing the opportunity to flatter.

Yanchuan Shilang burst into laughter at this, pointing at Aoyama Xiu Xin, "You sly boy, fine. From now on, you’ll call him alongside Xianyou. It’s perfect; the Yanchuan Family has had only one male heir for three generations; having only one grandson has been somewhat disappointing."

"Xiu Xin pays respects to his adoptive grandfather!" Aoyama Xiu Xin was overjoyed, not hesitating to kneel down and kowtow.

He was physically stronger than most, able to fight well.

But what’s the use of being able to fight?

In this world, what mattered were connections and power.

Acknowledging an adoptive kinship would deepen his ties with the Yanchuan Family, which was more than he could ask for. Although it was a bit embarrassing, he desired power over pride.

When he would reach the height of success and grasp the power of the Prime Minister, there would be great scholars to justify his actions.

Isn’t Changwei, who also possesses innate tremendous strength, only powerful because he has the backing of his adoptive grandfather?

And with this nominal relationship, he might even take over the Yanchuan Family’s political power in the future.

Yanchuan Shilang turned to Yanchuan Xianyou, "What are you standing around for, not quickly helping your brother up?"

"Xiu Xin, from now on, we truly can call each other brothers," Yanchuan Xianyou assisted Aoyama Xiu Xin.

"Hi, Brother Xianyou!" Aoyama Xiu Xin called out solemnly, his eyes brimming with emotion as he held onto his hand, "Since my parents died early, I grew up with my brother, enduring cold looks and experiencing the warmth and coldness of human relationships, until today, from my adoptive grandfather, I have felt the love and care of an elder!"

At that moment, he might as well have been an Oscar-winning actor; the tears came as soon as they were called for.

"Ah!" patted Yanchuan Xianyou on his hand.

Yanchuan Shilang was also deeply moved, as he was well aware of Aoyama Xiu Xin’s background, and it was indeed as he had described.

Truth hurts the most, but it also moves people the most.

Especially for someone like Aoyama Xiu Xin, who has such a background and yet managed to achieve impressive success and means, he appeared very exceptional, and this was also the reason Yanchuan Shilang wanted to acknowledge him as his adoptive grandson. The Yanchuan Family had been passing on its legacy from generation to generation, and he wanted to find a capable and trustworthy helper for his own grandson.

Aoyama Xiu Xin was well-suited for this role.

His family had fallen on hard times, his parents had passed away early, and he had no family interests to consider or significant backing. Additionally, he was strong-willed and capable, and he had already formed a deep friendship with Yanchuan Xianyou.

"Sorry, I lost my composure, making a spectacle of myself for Grandpa and Brother Xianyou," said Aoyama Xiu Xin as he wiped away the tear that had squeezed out, then cautiously and deliberately asked Yanchuan Shilang, "So Grandpa, do you think we should accept Yokoyama Ryohi’s surrender or not?"

"Since you’ve already called me Grandpa, how could I possibly bring someone who bears a grudge against my adoptive grandson into our fold?" said Yanchuan Shilang with a wry smile.

Before Aoyama Xiu Xin had arrived, he had already discussed with Yanchuan Xianyou that they would only retain the followers of Yokoyama Ryohi, not the man himself, and the reason was exactly what Aoyama Xiu Xin had just outlined.

This also served to further demonstrate the Yanchuan Family’s regard for Aoyama Xiu Xin, overwhelming him with gratitude.

And as they had anticipated, Aoyama Xiu Xin sensitively played into their desired reaction, his face aglow with excitement and frenzied joy, "Thank you for your understanding, Grandpa!"

The feeling was mutual.

"Alright, alright, we’re family here, no need for such formality. You’ve been standing since you came in; find a place to sit," Yanchuan Shilang waved his hand and said.

"Yes!" said Aoyama Xiu Xin as he took a seat on the sofa.

Yanchuan Xianyou followed suit and sat down, passing an orange to Aoyama Xiu Xin, "Tell me the whole story."

"Yes!" said Aoyama Xiu Xin, peeling the orange and slowly recounting the sequence of events.

Yanchuan Shilang listened quietly, cross-referencing Aoyama Xiu Xin’s words with those of Yokoyama Ryohi in his mind, confirming that neither had lied. Then he exhaled and declared, "Yokoyama Ryohi was trusted by the Prime Minister but thought only of his personal gain instead of serving the country. He must be brought to justice!"

"Yes! As soon as my people get hold of the secret accounts, I’ll send them straight to Grandpa," said Aoyama Xiu Xin. As he spoke, he handed the peeled orange to Yanchuan Shilang, "You must be tired from all the talking, Grandpa. Have this to soothe your throat, make yourself comfortable."

Familiarity breeds expertise, and having often been fawned over by women, he was quite skilled at flattering men too.

"Good, good, good," said Yanchuan Shilang, who was initially stunned but then responded with a warm smile.

Yanchuan Xianyou blinked in bewilderment.

Good, good, good, is that how you’re playing it? If this keeps up, will the adoptive grandson become dearer than the blood-related one?

...

A gun battle in the street that caused collateral damage to the civilians.

This was a serious incident.

The Police Headquarters took it very seriously.

After a hasty meeting where the top brass brainstormed together, they decided to deceive the public by claiming that the perpetrators were remnants of Takai Baoyu’s faction.

That’s why they wanted to save Hasegawa Ze.

It made perfect sense.

Blaming the deceased was always the right move.

The dead can’t rise to clear their name.

"Alright, with that being said, then..."

"Knock, knock, knock!"

Right as Renping Guoxiong was about to conclude the meeting, a sudden knocking interrupted him.

"Come in."

Aoyama Xiu Xin pushed open the door, bowed deeply with utmost respect, "Director, may I have a word with you in private?"

Renping Guoxiong frowned and stepped outside.

"What’s so important that we have to talk away from the others?"

"Director, my Grandpa said that the Public Security Committee has received a report that the gunmen who tried to snatch Hasegawa Ze might have been dispatched by Cabinet Legislative Bureau Chief Yokoyama Ryohi. We must conduct a thorough investigation and give the public an explanation," Aoyama Xiu Xin said solemnly.

Deciding to take down Yokoyama Ryohi meant that they needed some serious charges against him; merely taking bribes from Takeda Fuji would only force his resignation and apology, not preclude him from coming back later.

In capitalist countries, politicians are resilient; bribery and corruption are crimes?

Renping Guoxiong was stunned, "Your Grandpa?"

Who was he to direct the work of the Police Headquarters?

"Yanchuan Shilang," said Aoyama Xiu Xin with a smile.

He was finally able to enjoy the privileges of being a ’second-generation official’.

Renping Guoxiong’s pupils shook, his head buzzing with the realization that Aoyama Xiu Xin, this sly fox, had actually become Yanchuan Shilang’s adoptive grandson!

Although it’s commonly said that a tree that stands out in the forest is often destroyed by the wind.

But as long as the tree’s roots are deep, no wind can topple it. Done for, the past strategy of elevating him with faint praise had genuinely lifted him up, and as for taking him down... It seemed impossible now.

Renping Guoxiong took a deep breath, "Yes! Please tell Lord Yanchuan, I understand what needs to be done."

He had decided to completely abandon the thought of avenging his sons. He was merely a dog to Yanchuan Shilang, while Aoyama Xiu Xin was Yanchuan Shilang’s grandson.

A dog that bites the grandson, does the master hit the dog or the grandson? The answer was undeniably clear.

Besides, one should be magnanimous in life; as a family elder, you can’t be petty about small conflicts between the younger generation. Let bygones be bygones.

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