Tokyo: From Lawless Madpolice to Minister
Chapter 489 - 425: The Necessity of Showing Face, The Plain Persimmon Eldest Nephew_2

Chapter 489: Chapter 425: The Necessity of Showing Face, The Plain Persimmon Eldest Nephew_2

This fully illustrated that crime indeed generated substantial money.

"I’m fine." Qingshui Yi waved off the bodyguard’s extended hand, looked up, and his mind was filled with the pitiful image of his mother, her face red with embarrassment, his heart twisted in pain.

From now on, he must heed his mother’s words, otherwise how could he live up to the humiliation she suffered!

...

When Aoyama Xiu Xin set off to attend the dinner party,

Jing Shang had already left with Nozaki Cangjian and others to meet with the Shimada Group for safety reasons; their first meeting was arranged on a fishing boat.

Meanwhile, the dinner party was held at the Sapporo Grand Hotel.

Built in 1934, it was one of the earliest western-style hotels in Hokkaido, and although it was old-fashioned, the wealthy enjoyed the nostalgic atmosphere.

From 8 p.m., luxury cars continuously stopped and departed at the entrance, as local celebrities dressed dazzlingly and extravagantly came and went.

After Aoyama Xiu Xin’s car stopped, the valet immediately came forward to open the door, and he got out with a freshly rinsed Qingshui Yasuko, and nonchalantly walked towards the main entrance, handing in the invitation and then were guided by the staff to the banquet floor.

Qingshui Yasuko felt extremely uncomfortable during the process, staying close to Aoyama Xiu Xin and taking very small steps.

This was because her only protection under her dress had been removed by Aoyama Xiu Xin in the car, leaving her now feeling utterly exposed.

Actually, the fabric of the dress wasn’t see-through at all; no one could actually see inside. It was more about her own guilt.

As they entered the banquet hall, wow, it was a non-human scene.

Aoyama Xiu Xin paused at the entrance, spotted Fujimoto Takayoshi who was conversing with a young man and immediately went over.

After all, he was the only acquaintance in the whole venue.

"Minister."

"Oh, Mr. Aoyama is here," Fujimoto Takayoshi turned around upon hearing him, and sighed in relief when he saw him, but then paused briefly upon seeing Qingshui Yasuko at his side.

Aoyama Xiu Xin chuckled and said, "The wife of Qingshui Cangrong, what do you think, isn’t it quite a scene?"

Qingshui Yasuko immediately felt both angry and annoyed, her face flushing red with embarrassment and resentment, wishing she could slash this brat to death.

"Pfft—" The young man who had been chatting with Fujimoto Takayoshi was about to take a sip of wine to moisten his throat but spit it out onto the face of his female companion upon hearing the remark.

"Ah!" The female companion exclaimed in shock, flustered and blaming instinctively, "Hey, what are you doing?"

That moment attracted quite a few onlookers.

"Smack!" Feeling embarrassed under the public gaze, the young man, overcome with indignation, slapped his female companion and scolded, "Get lost!"

Meeting his fierce gaze, the female companion didn’t dare to explain and just covered her face, crying as she ran away.

The crowd then turned back to their own conversations.

"Damn it, bitch." The young man cursed after hitting her and then put on a playful smile and extended a hand to Aoyama Xiu Xin, "I’ve long admired you, I didn’t expect Mr. Aoyama to be so direct and open. I’m impressed. Let me introduce myself, Miyashita Naoyuki, just doing a bit of business."

"Mr. Aoyama, Mr. Miyashita is Mayor Miyashita’s nephew." Fujimoto Takayoshi quickly added and then turned to Miyashita Naoyuki, "Mr. Miyashita, I really don’t have time to help with your issue, perhaps ask Mr. Aoyama, you young people can talk slowly, I’m going to greet a friend."

He then hurriedly left with his companion.

Damn!

Aoyama Xiu Xin realized he had been set up, well not set up exactly, as he had approached voluntarily.

"Mr. Aoyama, care to step aside and chat?"

Aoyama Xiu Xin turned upon hearing this, and seeing Miyashita Naoyuki’s beaming face, he felt a chill down his spine.

Even Fujimoto Takayoshi wasn’t willing to help him with this matter.

This must not be anything good.

Perhaps this person was not a good one.

And judging simply by Miyashita Naoyuki’s recent display of anger when he struck his female companion, it was likely true in both regards.

"Please," Aoyama Xiu Xin asserted, albeit reluctantly.

Local government powers were relatively limited—so naturally, the local chiefs held much greater authority. Even if only for the sake of Miyashita Hidekatsu, he had to afford Miyashita Naoyuki enough face; otherwise, the small BYD’s success wasn’t certain, but failure was definitely on the table.

"Come this way, come this way," Miyashita Naoyuki pulled Aoyama Xiu Xin along, took two steps, then paused and looked towards Qingshui Yasuko, teasingly saying, "Mrs. Qingshui Cangrong sure is pretty, but Mr. Aoyama, you don’t need to bring her along all the time."

"Wait here for me, don’t wander off, have some food," Aoyama Xiu Xin said, instantly understanding what Miyashita Naoyuki meant.

"Okay!" Qingshui Yasuko immediately let go of her hand.

"Nice, really nice," Miyashita Naoyuki watched her, smacking his lips before pulling Aoyama Xiu Xin onto the vacant balcony. "I’ve heard a lot about Mr. Aoyama’s reputation, my uncle even mentioned how fortunate it was for you to arrive and solve the chain dismemberment case. I’ve been eager to meet you. At last, it is satisfying to meet such a talented man of fine behavior; I am the same type of person. We will definitely become friends."

"It’s my honor to make the acquaintance of a distinguished young local," Aoyama Xiu Xin slightly nodded in response.

"Ha, a distinguished young man? You’re the first person to praise me like that," Miyashita Naoyuki grinned, showing his big white teeth, chuckling and then casually slung an arm around Aoyama Xiu Xin’s shoulder. "Since we are already friends, it’s quite normal for friends to help each other out, isn’t it, Mr. Aoyama? You agree, right?"

"That is typically the case, but also..."

"That’s enough agreement!" Miyashita Naoyuki interrupted him, seizing a portion of his words, and said with an intense gaze, "As friends, I’ve found myself in a bit of trouble, and Mr. Aoyama, you certainly can’t just stand by and watch."

"What seems to be the trouble?" Aoyama Xiu Xin hadn’t agreed to anything yet, intending to first understand the situation.

Miyashita Naoyuki sighed. "It’s a romantic mess. I got one of my female companions pregnant. She wants to keep the baby, and I do too. But her family disagrees; they not only want to terminate the pregnancy but also demand compensation, threatening to make a big deal out of it if not. I dare not let my family and uncle find out about this, Mr. Aoyama, you must help me."

"I see," Aoyama Xiu Xin relaxed, realizing it was just this minor matter. He wondered why Fujimoto Takayoshi hesitated so much and then asked, "So, it’s mutual love. Mainly, which member of her family disagrees and who is threatening you?"

"Her husband," Miyashita Naoyuki said somberly.

Aoyama Xiu Xin: "......"

Miyashita Naoyuki added, "What’s more complicated is that her husband also happens to be a subordinate of my uncle."

Aoyama Xiu Xin: "......"

"You can’t blame me. If you must, blame her for being too irresistible. You understand me, right, Mr. Aoyama?" Miyashita Naoyuki looked hopeful for affirmation.

Aoyama Xiu Xin nodded subconsciously.

He could indeed understand.

Miyashita Naoyuki grabbed his hand, "The moment I saw your companion, I knew you could definitely relate. So, you must help me! Once this matter is resolved, I will definitely remember your kindness!"

"What would you like me to do for you, Mr. Miyashita?" Aoyama Xiu Xin sensed he had a plan and just needed cooperation.

Just as expected, Miyashita Naoyuki perked up, releasing his hand and said, "It’s simple. Frame that guy for some crime, lock him up. Best if I could bribe someone to expedite his execution. Isn’t your police department best at this? Once he’s gone, both his wife and the child will be mine, and this whole issue won’t blow up."

Aoyama Xiu Xin sucked in a breath of cold air. Such a simple-minded second-generation official—he merely wanted to stay with the woman he loved; what wrong had he done?

Yet her husband wanted to break them apart, blocking his wife’s pursuit of true love. That was the real atrocity!

"What threats did he make?" Aoyama Xiu Xin asked.

Miyashita Naoyuki gritted his teeth, "He wanted me to help him get a promotion; once would have been enough, but I’m afraid his appetite will grow bigger, and if I can’t satisfy him, then it’s a real problem."

So killing him would solve everything, wouldn’t it.

"Mr. Miyashita, even among friends, there must be reciprocity, right?" Aoyama Xiu Xin stated.

He had no objections to helping; after all, he was not a good person either, and he hadn’t refrained from causing troubles.

But what specific benefits would this have for him?

Merely depending on Miyashita Naoyuki’s promise to remember his kindness was not enough to make him frame and imprison an official.