novelden Chapter 987: Diverting trouble to the east
Chapter 987: Diverting trouble to the east
Mitsui Shou bowed slightly and responded to Xiong Chang in a very humble manner: "Director Xiong, you are too kind. It is an honor for our Mitsui family to be able to serve your country. We are well aware that in this turbulent era, only when the country is stable can we businessmen have a stable business. Therefore, whether for the sake of the country or for our own interests, we are willing to go all out to assist your country in completing this important task."
Upon hearing this, Xiong Chang nodded with satisfaction. He looked at Mitsui Shou deeply, with a hint of admiration in his eyes.
He knew that Mitsui Shou was not only a successful businessman, but also a wise man who knew how to judge the situation and distinguish right from wrong. Such a person was the partner he really needed.
"Mr. Mitsui, I am deeply relieved by your attitude." Xiong Chang spoke slowly, his voice low and firm, "However, there is one thing I must remind you of. The Uncut Jade Agency has launched a thorough investigation like crazy, and their search scope is constantly expanding. I am afraid that it will not be long before they can find the Mitsui family. After all, the scope of the Kyoto Secret Report is so wide and the number is so large that it cannot be accomplished without sufficient resources and connections."
Mitsui Shou did not show any panic on his face when he heard this. He smiled and said confidently, "Don't worry, Director Xiong. Our Mitsui family has already made plans to deal with this. Our industries are mainly real estate and light industry, and we have never been involved in printing-related industries. Therefore, even if the Uncut Jade Agency finds us, they will not be able to find any evidence related to printing."
Xiong Chang nodded slightly when he heard this. He knew very well how cunning and cautious Mitsui Shou was. However, he was more concerned about how the Mitsui family would deal with the upcoming crisis.
"So, Mr. Mitsui, how do you plan to deal with the thorough investigation of the Jade Agency?" Xiong Chang asked tentatively.
Mitsui Shou smiled slightly, and his eyes revealed a kind of confidence.
"Director Xiong, you don't know. In Kyoto, besides our Mitsui family, there are three other business families: the Watanabe family, the Suzuki family, and the Fujita family. The Watanabe family is a political family, a die-hard loyalist of the emperor, they would never do such a thing. The Suzuki family is already on the decline, and they are powerless and unable to take such a risk. Therefore, Hong Yuzhang will definitely target the Fujita family, the king of printing in the entire Fuso."
"Fujita family?" Xiong Chang frowned slightly when he heard this. He knew the status and influence of the Fujita family in Fuso, and he also understood why Hong Yuzhang suspected the Fujita family. After all, the Fujita family had previously opened the largest private newspaper in Fuso, the Kyoto Evening News, which had strong printing and distribution capabilities.
"Yes, it is the Fujita family." Mitsui Shou continued, "I have arranged everything to divert the trouble to the Fujita family. At that time, all the attention of Hong Yuzhang and the Jade Organization will be focused on the Fujita family, and our Mitsui family can take the opportunity to escape and continue our plan."
Xiong Chang couldn't help but smile when he heard this. He looked at Mitsui Shou deeply, his heart full of admiration and expectation. "Then, next, I will watch carefully how the Mitsui family will perform this big show."
On the other hand, Hong Yuzhang's deputy Asakawano has already set his sights on the Fujita family. Of course, to be on the safe side, he has not let go of his suspicion of the Mitsui family. Although time is tight, Asakawano is well aware of the influence of the two major families and is not someone he can easily offend.
So he decided to use courtesy before force and invited the heads of the two major families, Mitsui Kazuki and Fujita Hisashi, to the Pu Yu Agency.
In the reception room of the Pu Yu Agency, the atmosphere was solemn and tense.
Asakawano sat at one side of the long table, his eyes as sharp as an eagle, staring closely at the two big men sitting opposite him - Mitsui Kazuki, the head of the Mitsui family, and Fujita Hisashi, the head of the Fujita family. These two heads of the family are old foxes in the business world, and their every move reveals a kind of depth and cunning.
Asakawano personally poured tea for the two family heads, and then slowly spoke, breaking the silence in the room. "Two family heads, I wonder if you know anything about the Kyoto secret report that has been widely circulated in Kyoto recently?" His voice was low and powerful, and every word seemed to carry a heavy weight.
Mitsui Kazuki was slightly startled when he heard this. He picked up the teacup, blew gently, and then took a sip, as if he was savoring the taste of the tea, and as if he was thinking about how to answer Asakawano's question. After a moment, he put down the teacup and said with a smile: "Mr. Asakawano, our Mitsui family has always adhered to the principle of honest business and has never been involved in any illegal activities. We really know nothing about the Kyoto secret report."
Asakawano's eyes stayed on Mitsui Kazuki's face for a moment, then moved to Fujita. He knew that the Fujita family's influence in the printing industry was unmatched, so he was even more looking forward to Fujita's answer.
Fujita Shou also picked up the teacup, but his movements were more leisurely than Mitsui Kazuki. He took a sip of tea slowly, and then slowly said: "Mr. Asakawano, the Fujita family has always been committed to promoting the cultural cause of Fuso, and our Kyoto Evening News has provided the public with a wealth of news and information. However, we also know nothing about the Kyoto Secret Report. We firmly oppose the spread of any form of rumors and false information."
Asakawano listened to the answers of the two family heads, his eyes shuttled back and forth between the two, trying to catch any flaws from their expressions and tones. However, whether it was Mitsui Kazuki or Fujita Hisashi, their expressions seemed so natural and calm, as if they really knew nothing about the secret report from Kyoto.
Asakawano pondered in his heart, he knew very well that these two family heads were not easy characters to deal with.
They not only have huge industries and deep connections, but also extraordinary wisdom and skills. It is not easy to get the truth from them.
Therefore, Asakawano decided to change his strategy. He smiled slightly, and his tone became gentler and more cordial. "Two heads of the family, I am well aware of your family's reputation and status. I also believe that you will never do anything illegal. However, this Kyoto secret report incident is of great importance. It involves the security and stability of the country. Therefore, I hope you can cooperate with our investigation and provide any possible clues and information."
Fujita Shou nodded slightly upon hearing this, his eyes revealing a calm and confident look. "Mr. Asakawano, our Fujita family has always been committed to promoting the cultural cause of Fuso, and we hate any illegal and disorderly behavior. Therefore, we are willing to fully cooperate with your investigation and jointly maintain the security and stability of the country."
Mitsui Kazuki also followed suit and said, "Mr. Asakawano, our Mitsui family is also willing to contribute to the stability and development of the country. We are willing to cooperate with all your investigations."