Tokyo Bubble Life

Chapters 1541 and 1550: Who would notice a roadside stall?!

Naoki Nagayama and Otomo Yoshimura both frowned as they looked at the photo in the envelope.

Naoki Nagayama looked up and asked Kyon Kijima:

"What do you mean by 'not just the Fujita Group'?"

"Hi"

Kijima gave a perfunctory response and began to talk about his previous investigation, referring to the photos.

A few weeks ago, Kijima Kyō was ordered to go to Shimizu to investigate. After Kanai Yoshiteru met with Fujita Sasuke of the Fujita family, he followed Fujita Sasuke.

With an extremely low profile, Kijima Kyō followed Fujita Sasuke back to his hometown in Osaka, where he obtained a clue.

"Fujita Sasuke has a rather complicated social life and often needs to attend social events, but his lifestyle isn't extravagant, probably because he's invested most of his liquid assets."

Kijima said.

"I've met quite a few people during this time, but according to my investigation, there's only one who's connected to us tree enthusiasts!"

He pointed to a photograph on the coffee table and said:

"That's Naito Shusuke! He's the president of Naito Securities."

"Naito Securities?"

Naoki Nagayama was somewhat surprised, wondering why he hadn't heard of this securities when he was communicating with Genta Nakai.

"It appears to be a local brokerage firm in Osaka. They are currently expanding towards becoming a nationwide brokerage."

Kijima Kyōya only investigated a little bit before saying:

"I overheard them discussing Shuyou Capital's investment in Dongda University. They also talked about Shuyou Capital's current retreat strategy, saying it's essentially a weak approach."

At this point, Kijima hesitated for a moment, but finally decided to provide all the information and began:

They mocked Naoki-san as a "lucky opportunist," "lacking any ambition," and a "guardian dog."

"what?!"

Naoki Nagayama was even more surprised upon hearing these words.

This is no longer just a business deal; it's a personal feud!

"Why does this guy named Naito Shusuke have such a big problem with me?!"

Naoki Nagayama wasn't angry; rather, he was somewhat surprised.

"I don't think I've ever heard of him before?"

Yoshimura Otsutomo was observing from the side:

"Could it be related to Yuan Taisang? Or a business conflict with Shuyou Capital?"

"Forehead"

Although he still didn't understand, thanks to the ever-developing communication technology, Naoki Nagayama directly dialed Genta Nakai's number using his mobile phone.

"Moshi Moshi. This is Nakai Genta."

"Yuan Tai-san! It's me."

Naoki Nagayama didn't stand on ceremony and asked directly.

Have you ever heard of 'Naito Securities'?

"Naito Securities, huh?"

As someone working in the financial industry, Nakai Genta on the other end of the phone naturally had the knowledge.

"It's a long-established securities company in Osaka with a history of half a century. Back then, it was called a securities holding company, and its performance was quite good. The company also expanded quite quickly."

"Around May of this year, I was already a full member of the Tokyo Stock Exchange!"

This is not what Naoki Nagayama really wants to know:

"Does our Tree Friends Capital have any conflict with this 'Naito Securities'?"

"conflict?"

Nakai Genta seemed to purse his lips.

"He's expanded his business to Tokyo, so naturally there will be conflicts!"

"Oh, right!"

Over there, Nakai Genta seemed to realize something, picked up the item, and rummaged through it:

"When we were investing heavily in light industry stocks because of the University of Tokyo's policies, a representative from Daiwa Capital mentioned that someone wanted to join us. However, we turned them down! It seems to have been someone from Naito Securities."

The small circle surrounding Shuyou Capital in the financial sector has become quite fixed. Nobody likes to add another player to share the pie, especially since the company doesn't yet have much financial strength.

"Naito Shusuke?"

"It seems to be this name."

Nakai Genta shook his head.

"But it's been too long, and it was just mentioned briefly. I didn't remember it in detail!"

"Naoki-san, what's wrong with this guy?"

Naoki Nagayama naturally had no intention of hiding anything from his core members:

"Kijima-kun discovered that this guy named Naito Shusuke, together with Fujita Sasuke, seems to be plotting something."

"what?!"

Nakai Genta was also somewhat puzzled by these words.

"Why?! We don't have any conflict with Naito Securities!"

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Naoki Nagayama fell silent, reflecting on the excessively strong sense of pride among the Japanese, especially among historically powerful zaibatsu families.

"Perhaps the way they treated him like he was nothing was what hurt his pride."

"Forehead"

Nakai Genta was speechless for a moment. He certainly didn't mean to look down on them. Of course, he probably didn't even notice that anyone would notice a roadside stall. Well!

"No way!"

However, Naoki Nagayama, inside the Tree Friends Building, didn't want to waste his time guessing motives; he simply stated:

"Yuanta-san, investigate Naito Securities' actions to see if they have any ill intentions towards Shuyou Capital!"

"Hey, I get it!"

After hanging up the phone, Naoki Nagayama sighed.

He exchanged a glance with Yoshimura Otomo, then looked at Kijima Urobuchi:

"Kijima-kun, are there any other clues?!"

"No more available for now."

Kijima felt somewhat ashamed.

"Private Marseille, I'm still not useful enough~"

"No, no, not at all."

Yoshimura Otomo quickly comforted his ace ninja.

"Kijima-kun has greatly accomplished his mission, identifying the enemy! This is a tremendous achievement!"

"Yeah yeah."

Naoki Nagayama also joined in the comforting.

Kijima Kyō hadn't studied professional detective skills, so it was already quite remarkable that he was able to identify the two people by tracking them down on his own.

Seeing how thin he has become, Naoki Nagayama felt a pang of heartache.

"Kijima-kun must be exhausted from this business trip! Well, he's been tracking people for so many days and nights."

Okay, here's a three-day leave for you. Go home and get some rest. We won't forget your contribution this time!

Yoshimura Otomo also agreed:

"Okay, get some rest and take care of yourself. Tree Friends can't do without you!"

"."

Kijima Kyō opened his mouth slightly, as if to say that his weight loss wasn't actually due to being stalked. However, faced with the gazes of the two powerful figures, he ultimately kept his mouth shut!

"Hi Arigato"

Sigh. Let me, Kijima Kyō, accept this reputation with shame!

"Okay, okay!"

After Kijima Kyo left, Nagayama Naoki and Yoshimura Otomo began their discussion.

"Another one."

Yoshimura Otomo sighed.

"I never imagined that so many people would covet Tree Friend!"

"Actually, there's only one."

Naoki Nagayama comforted him,

"It's because the Ayukawa family has taken a liking to Itsuki, so they contacted a group of other people connected to him."

"The truly powerful conglomerates, like Mitsui and Mitsubishi, haven't made a move yet, have they?"

Yoshimura Otomo curled his lip:

"Maybe they've already made their move?"

"Haha. That's it, let's just lie down!"

Naoki Nagayama chuckled again and patted Otomo Yoshimura on the shoulder. If these families were to take action, then Yoshimura would really be out of options and would have no choice but to go abroad!

Going abroad won't work either; without the backing of the country, we'll all be swallowed up by the local bigwigs!

Think about those prominent families from the Republic of China era who went to America. They were incredibly wealthy back then, but after decades, they left nothing behind, not even any descendants.

Fortunately, the major conglomerates are too large to target a newly established conglomerate.

"I've bought quite a few houses in New Zealand. I heard there aren't even snakes there; it's a great place."

Naoki Nagayama said,

"Let's go into exile together over there then~"

"."

Yoshimura Otomo rolled his eyes and slapped Nagayama Naoki's hand away.

"Naoki-san, stop joking and think about what to do!"

"Don't worry. Once we know who the enemy is, we'll know how to deal with them!"

Naoki Nagayama nodded and said,

"The enemy of my enemy is my friend."

Who in Japan hates the Ayukawa family the most?

Of course, that refers to the Yasuda family, whose Fuji Group was stolen, and the Hisahara family, whose Nissan and Hitachi were taken over. Don't tell me it's because the company was poorly managed and was taken over by the Ayukawa family that it developed. The descendants of the Shiba family, whose empire was seized by the Zhao family of the Song Dynasty, have something to say!

Thinking back to the members of the Yasuda family he had met at the full moon celebration, Naoki Nagayama had some ideas popping into his head:

"Mr. Otomo, this is our business dealings with the Yasuda family."

"There are indeed some interbank lending businesses."

Yoshimura Daitomo nodded.

"Naoki-san, would you like me to help arrange a meeting?"

"Okay, let's do it soon!"

"it is good!"

After leaving Yoshimura Otomo's office and returning to his own room, Naoki Nagayama was still pondering.

After thinking for a long time, he called Itō Shuichi again.

"Shuichi-san, are you awake now?"

"Well"

Shuichi Itō on the other end of the phone also looked very tired.

"Naoki-san, why are you calling me at this hour?"

"I'd like to add a few more people to the invitation to the celebration banquet later."

"Huh? Who?"

"I don't know yet, I'll tell you later!"

"."

There was silence on the other end of the phone. After a few breaths, Itō Shuichi finally spoke.

"Naoki-san, are you kidding me?!"

"How could that be!"

Naoki Nagayama shook his head.

"It's not finalized yet. Anyway, please make a few invitations available for me."

Okay~

NTV's prime time slot is always a prime time for popular programs, but today is even more important!

Because the third season of "Neon Voice" is about to premiere!!

After the recent promotion, the young men and women, and singing enthusiasts, are now eagerly waiting in front of their televisions. In particular, fans of Akina and Seiko have already placed their landlines in front of them, ready to call the TV station as soon as the show starts to support their idols.

In this day and age, a key indicator of a TV program's popularity is the number of calls it receives.

Meanwhile, some people gather in bars, restaurants, livehouses, or even nightclubs where they can watch TV, waiting for the latest episode of "Neon Voice".

"I heard that Akina Nakamori and Seiko Matsuda will be arguing fiercely this time!"

This is the voice of the neutral faction.

"This is really intriguing!"

"My Holy Prince is gentle and sweet, how could he possibly fight over this?!"

The Son of God faction vehemently denies this.

"It must have been initiated by the other side!"

The Akina faction immediately retorted:

"My beloved Akina is so charming, there's no need to compete!! The contestants will definitely make their choice the moment they see her!!"

"."

The two groups argued incessantly, and even reached a consensus:

"It's all your fault!" x2

Fortunately, a real fight hasn't broken out yet.

And amidst everyone's anticipation, the prime-time slot has finally arrived!

As the opening sequence of "Neon Voice" appeared on the screen, everyone held their breath before the four mentors' opening performance began!

Matsuda Seiko's "Tabidachi Fugitive", Nakamori Akina's "I missed, the shock", Mori Shinichi's "Erisō Cape", and Sawada Kenji's "Love's Fugitive".

Four distinct styles, four different singing styles, four different charms. This season of "Neon Voice" seems to have stood out from the very beginning!

"A free-for-all!" "Now even enka singers have mentors!" "The male contestants will probably all choose Kenji Sawada, right?" "Why not Akina Omori?!" "Seiko-san is good too!" "..."

Various discussions have been ongoing since the very beginning!

The hotline was congested from the very beginning. Countless viewers called the TV station, and the first thing they said when they were connected was often, "I support Akina-sama!" or "Seraphim is the best!" Interspersed among these were a few shouts of "Rock and roll will never die" and "Long live Enka!"

"Wow, this is really popular!"

Watching the employees answering calls non-stop, until the phone lines were practically burning hot, Fujiwara Kazuhisa remarked.

"Using the conflict between Akina and Seiko as a gimmick was indeed very successful!"

Director Sora Uemura said with a smile:

"This isn't even the most explosive moment yet. When they start arguing, that'll be a real sensation!!"

"Hahaha, Uemura-san, you're so naughty!"

Fujiwara Kazuhisa smiled and patted his partner on the shoulder.

"I love it so much."

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For some reason, Uemura Sora suddenly couldn't laugh anymore!

Meanwhile, in the Yama-oka-in, the Nagayama couple were each holding a child and watching television.

Naoki Nagayama is holding little Ren, while Natsuka is in Akina's arms. They're saying something about men being men and women being women.

Looking at Akina holding Natsuka, who was watching TV obediently and laughing affectionately with her mother, and then looking down at little Ren, whose mouth was drooling and whose little hands were waving and whose little legs were kicking, Naoki Nagayama felt the difference.

"Lotus sauce."

Hearing her name called, little Lian looked up, her big eyes filled with ignorance. She looked up, then nearly fell backward, only to be caught by Naoki Nagayama.

The little guy, slightly startled, seemed to treat it as a game and started falling backwards repeatedly.

"Lotus-chan, when will you grow up?!"

Naoki Nagayama looked helplessly at the little one in his arms.

"Dad will take you to play Contra then!"

"Naoki-san, we can't let our child get addicted to video games from a young age!"

"It seems all mothers are the same," Akina immediately retorted after hearing this.

"My sister's house is so lit up now, all she wants to do is play games all day and she doesn't even want to go to school anymore!"

"."

Speaking of lighting, Naoki Nagayama felt a little guilty. The little guy had come to Yamazakurain several times, and they had played video games together. It seemed that he had led the little guy astray!

Then I looked at Little Lotus, who had fallen down again:

"Okay. Then we can only watch movies together when we grow up!"

Akina spoke up again:

"You can't watch too many movies!"

"."

Naoki Nagayama sighed as he watched little Ren wriggle around, enjoying herself.

"Hey, Ren-chan, you shouldn't grow up! Growing up means there's no fun at all!"

"Naoki-san!!"

Akina naturally heard it again, and her sharp eyes pierced over. More importantly, seeing that her mother was going to scold her father, Xiaoxiahua actually laughed happily in her arms!

"Hahaha~"

Sensing the threatening gazes beside him, Naoki Nagayama quickly chuckled and gestured for them to look at the screen.

"Akina, look! You're about to get into a fight with Seiko-san!!"

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(End of this chapter)