Chapter 10 Chapter 10 Attack

Totsukawa is almost "besieged on all sides". Some newspapers even published comments urging him to resign. More than that. Minister Mikami made a request for Totsukawa to be withdrawn from the investigation of this case. Minister Mikami, who always dismissed outside comments, unexpectedly adopted a policy of concessions, and no longer served as the strong backing of his subordinates as before. Perhaps Mikami felt helpless about the prognosis of this incident. "Solve it as soon as possible!" Kamei said. "I understand that." Totsukawa said in a very embarrassed way.

The question is where to find a breakthrough. "Masako Hoshino stayed at home and didn't come out, and didn't answer the phone." Xiben detective said. "I can't even call her husband." Kamei added. "Well, how about sending the doctor to her?" Totsukawa said as calmly as possible. "But in that case, the situation will be even more troublesome. For Hojo Detective, it will do a lot of harm but not any benefit." The young Kusaka had an uneasy look on his face. Perhaps the helpless expression of the leader was transmitted to the subordinates.

"Then we should find a feasible next step as soon as possible." Totsukawa said calmly. "What do you think." Kamei looked at Totsukawa. "First of all, we need to find the woman who is very similar to the Hojo detective. Maybe this requirement is too high, because after the trap is successful, the woman may have gone abroad, or she may have been killed and buried in the mountains, anyway, not It was easy to find her." Totsukawa said with some frustration. "How about getting it from the murdered Yuko Hino and Taisuke Mimura?" Kamei asked. "You mean those two Xingxin people?"

"Yes, the two of them must have been killed by Isao Hoshino, maybe they were accomplices with Masako!" "But we can't arrest them like this. Mimura may have killed Yuko Hino, but Mimura died later. Although it was obviously a trap by Isao Hoshino, Isao Hoshino has a complete 'alibi'! To prove It's hard for him to be a murderer." "I know that. But they have the 5 million yen in their hands! The money must have been obtained by extorting Hoshino Isao, and Mimura must have got more money, so both of them were killed by Hoshino Isao. Then, Can we learn about Hino Yuko's staff? I don't think she is a bad person! Maybe we can find clues from her conversations with others."

Totsukawa said. "Then look for the people around her." "To be on the safe side, check with the relevant personnel of Sancun to find out." Totsukawa added another sentence. After Nishimoto and Kusaka went out, Totsukawa asked Kamei: "Is there any other way?" "And Keiko Yasuda. Although she concluded that she committed suicide by jumping off a building due to a broken relationship, it is very likely that Isao Hoshino pushed him down to his death. His younger brother Michihiro Yamano, who testified for him, can confirm his 'alibi ', but later he also died, and it was a homicide. Therefore, I think there may be someone who can prove that Yasuda Keiko did not commit suicide, but homicide. For example, her friends and acquaintances. If these people are found, our power can be greatly improved increased!"

Kamei said. "Then let Shimizu go!" "Just let me go with him." After speaking, Kamei left with Shimizu. At this time, Dr. Aida called. "I've read all the newspapers, it's amazing!" Aida said sympathetically. "I've expected it a long time ago, is there anything else?" Totsukawa asked with a wry smile. "The newspapers and the TV show were skeptical about the claim that she was poisoned by arsenic, and I told them that she was poisoned by arsenic. But they never published it!" "Because she denied it herself."

"Yes! But why didn't she save herself? She was waiting to die!" "I'm feeling it too." Totsukawa said. "If this is the case, Isao Hoshino is out of fear, and Masako Hoshino may be saved." After Aida finished speaking, Totsukawa did not express his support immediately. "I think so too, but Hoshino has killed so many people, maybe he still wants to kill Masako." "Is there such a possibility?" "Unfortunately, I think it's highly likely. That's what worries me." "Then what? Can her husband be arrested?"

"If possible, I would have arrested him long ago, but we have no evidence at all!" Totsukawa gritted his teeth and said angrily. Totsukawa firmly believes in the abilities of Kamei and the others, so he has been working with full confidence. Maybe they will bring some good news today.Of course, no matter what, as long as this case made progress, it would be worth resigning from the police.Maybe he will fail and end up charged with "attempted murder." At this time, Isao Hoshino also quickly lowered the tone of the attack after seeing the report in the newspaper that Totsukawa was reprimanded by public opinion.

Although his lawyer has insisted on suing Totsukawa in court, he has never taken any specific action. Perhaps he was worried that once submitted to the court, Masako Hoshino would be forced to go to the hospital for further examination. Totsukawa is assured of this, and the warnings from Isao Hoshino and his lawyer are more threatening in nature.What he was worried about was that, as Dr. Aida said, Isao Hoshino hoped that his wife would die sooner! Especially for a cunning opponent like Isao Hoshino, if he uses some kind of method to cause the scene of Masako Hoshino's suicide, he can sue the public opinion, saying that his wife committed suicide because she couldn't bear the police's accusation, which would be even more troublesome .

At this time, Nishimoto and Kusaka called. "We found three acquaintances of Takuko Hino, and we recorded everything they said. One of them said she remembered Takuko Hino had a lot of money, but didn't know much about it. I think this The sum of money is probably from one of Xu Xingye and his wife. Let's go back and report the details. " Nishimoto said excitedly. An hour later, Kamei also called. "We found several friends of Keiko Yasuda, and one of them had seen her the day before she died. Detective Shimizu immediately took her back. If you have any questions, please ask directly. I will continue to find Keiko Yasuda's other friends. friend."

Kamei also said excitedly. Sure enough, after a while, Qing Shui brought a short woman in. This is a newly divorced woman who works in a commercial company, named Miyamoto Yumiko. She has gone to college and university with Keiko Yasuda, so she knows her better. "You met Keiko Yasuda in person the day before she died?" When Totsukawa asked, Yumiko nodded vigorously: "So I was surprised to hear that she committed suicide!" "Surprised? Do you think she won't kill herself?" "yes." "But isn't it not uncommon for a girl to commit suicide when she learns that the man she loves is engaged to another woman, and she herself is deserted?" "Of course, I've heard of such things." "She knows that her fiancé has another new love?" "Know." "How did Keiko Yasuda react at that time?" Totsukawa asked with interest. After thinking for a while, Yumiko looked up at the ceiling and recalled: "It was two weeks before she died. I heard that she was very troubled, so I went to her. She told me that her fianc The point of getting married. She also said that the woman is the daughter of a rich man who owns a villa or something, and that her fiancé might have been seduced for this." "So, what was she like when you saw her the day before she died?" "Actually, I went to her place that day because I was afraid that she would not be able to withstand the blow of a broken relationship. I was also afraid that she would commit suicide because of a broken relationship. But she was in such a good spirit at that time, I was really surprised! I heard her say , they are fine again." "What did she say?" "She said that her fiancé broke up with that woman, and said he still likes her. I'm also very happy, saying that's the best way! I also heard her say that her fiancé caught her shortcoming of that woman." "What shortcoming did you catch?" "yes." "What is it, did Miss Yasuda Keiko say it?" "I also asked, but she just smiled and didn't answer. She just said that if it was made public, the woman would have to sue and be arrested by the police. She also said that if the woman came from her again After taking away her fiancé, she immediately reported to the police. Her expression at that time was not joking, it was so scary!" "So you think it highly doubtful that she committed suicide?" "Yes, because I don't think she was joking when she said she knew something about that woman." "Then you don't think she was killed for having that woman's short son in her hands?" When Totsukawa asked, Yumiko was taken aback: "Is there such a thing?" "I'm afraid there is such a possibility, but there is no evidence yet." "evidence?" "Yes. Can Yasuda Keiko drive?" "Yes, she has a driver's license." "She has her own car?" "Yes. The last time I saw her, she had a car. It was old. Maybe it was used for a date with her fiancé. I rode in that car with her." Yumiko said. "What did you say in the car?" "That's a lot to say!" "Did you say you were going on a long journey?" "I only talked about going to Hakone or something, and I also said that I met a thrilling thing." "Didn't Ms. Keiko tell you about something dangerous?" Totsukawa asked. "I asked, but she just smiled and didn't say anything." Yumiko said sadly. "Could it be that she wants to take some threats against that woman?" "I would have asked carefully at the time. But I really don't know now, what a pity!" Yumiko said. There was no other way, so Totsukawa had no choice but to thank her and let her go home. Ten Jin Chuan believes that Yasuda Keiko must have witnessed the car accident during the follow-up. So Yasuda Keiko used this as an excuse to blackmail Hoshino Masako, and threatened Hoshino Isao to break up with Masako and sever the relationship.And this led to her death. Inference from this understanding, it is not Isao Hoshino who drives the Mercedes-Benz, but Masako Hoshino. Yasuda Keiko believes that this can pull Hoshino Isao back from Masako. But she didn't expect that Hoshino actually decided to kill her to solve this problem. Maybe this is Isao Hoshino's plan.He pleases Yu Masako by killing the witness Yasuda Keiko, and makes Masako owe him a large favor. However, this reasoning alone cannot arrest the Hoshino couple! Totsukawa thought disappointedly. Until today, the breakthrough of the problem has not been found. Therefore, Totsukawa considered confronting the Hoshino couple head-on. "Why is Isao Hoshino so eager to kill his wife?" Totsukawa asked Kamei. "From a general point of view, he wants to silence him! In fact, he also killed his past lover Keiko Yasuda. The only witness against him is Masako. If she is sealed again, then he can sit back and relax. gone." "So he used arsenic?" "Yes. It looks like Yasuda Keiko committed suicide, but this method can no longer be used. In this way, Hoshino Masako will have to die slowly as if she was sick." "However, Hoshino didn't use arsenic when he knew we started to act. Therefore, if his wife suddenly died of illness at this time, we must conduct an autopsy on her, because she is an important person involved. Did he Don't you know that?" "I think he knows he has to do the same thing. Maybe he thinks it's a good strategy. If Masako doesn't try to keep her mouth shut, it's more dangerous." "Unexpectedly, Masako herself firmly denied that she had taken poisons such as arsenic! Maybe it was related to the stimulation of her driving into someone in Hakone. However, because Isao Hoshino knew at the time that it was Masako who was driving the car, so, Even if you don't kill Masako now, Masako will never confess to the police, right?" Totsukawa had such a question. "Yes. Denying that her husband allowed me to take arsenic is not only out of love, but also because she thinks that she is a direct 'murderer' - 'manslaughter', with guilt and depression in her heart." Kamei also admitted this. "Then, if the husband and wife both think so, there is no need for Hoshino Isao to kill his wife in a panic. The reason is that Hoshino Isao believes that Masako will never betray him, because she has a short son in his hands." "Could it be that Mr. Hoshino wants to monopolize Hoshino's property?" "Exclusive possession?" Totsukawa murmured. "Is this necessary? Doesn't Isao Hoshino have a lot of money now? And he is already the manager of the Hoshino family's company!" "That's true……" "Could it be because of his personal loan? He borrowed tens of thousands of money from the company, but he didn't tell Masako. So, if he kills Masako, he can plug this hole. Maybe he The person who borrowed the money was a violent group or something! So he let Masako take arsenic, and things will be easy when Masako dies." After Totsukawa finished speaking, Kamei shook his head: "But I've never heard of Isao Hoshino borrowing money." "How about asking?" "Of course, but I don't think there is such a thing, because among the peers of the enterprise, they are very sensitive to this kind of leak. If there is, it will not go unnoticed." "Then what else could be the reason?" Totsukawa thought about it. Kamei was also lost in thought.After a while, he suddenly raised his head and said to Totsukawa: "Could it be that a new woman has emerged?" "woman?" Totsukawa's eyes sparkled. "In any case, Hoshino Masako is not the kind of open girl, whether she is alive or not, she is not particularly attractive to a man like Hoshino Kou, and Hoshino Kou is that kind of playboy A man of type, without a lover, is impossible." "Yes, with money and status, it must have something to do with women." Totsukawa said excitedly. "right!" "Investigate immediately!" Totsukawa said to Kamei. Kamei immediately set off with Nishimoto and Kusaka. But they didn't call soon, which Totsukawa expected.The other party is not a simple person, it would be strange if he found out immediately.Five hours later, Kamei called. "I found such a woman. Come here!" Kamei said on the phone. So, according to the agreement, Totsukawa came to a high-rise apartment at the west exit of Shinhan Station. "This woman is 25 years old. She seems to be an actress. Her name is Xiaoshan Yaozi. She is quite a beautiful woman!" Kamei said to Totsukawa while walking. "actress?" "It's a common problem nowadays: all men with money and status find actresses as mistresses, and actresses also hope to find young and promising businessmen." Kamei said. "But I've never heard of the name Xiaoshan Yaozi." Totsukawa said seriously. "It's also the first time I've heard of it, but the beautiful actresses are all famous, and they may become popular soon." Kamei said. While talking, they came to this high-rise apartment with "Ulla Nishi Shinjuku" written on it. At a time when land prices are skyrocketing, building high-rise apartments requires at least several hundred million yen. Totsukawa and Kamei took the elevator to the 12th floor. It was almost midnight, and the whole apartment was extremely quiet. The two walked on the soft carpet, came to the door of Room 1210, and rang the doorbell. "Wait a moment." Someone inside agreed, but if Totsukawa said outside that he was a policeman, the door might not be opened inside. It took about fifteen or sixteen minutes for the door to open. She puts on her make-up very well, and she was probably just putting on make-up and asked them to wait a while. She is indeed a beauty, with big eyes and proper make-up making her even more charming. "Is it Miss Xiaoshan Yaozi?" Totsukawa asked as usual. "yes." The other party nodded and let Totsukawa and the others in. This is a living room the size of 16 straw mats.They came in and sat in the antique chairs, feeling more peaceful than sitting on the sofa. Yaozi asked: "what can I do for you?" He said and looked at the two of them. "Do you know a man named Isao Hoshino?" Kamei asked first. "No, I don't know you." Yaozi replied decisively. "It's Isao Hoshino who opened several clubs in the city." Kamei looked at Yaozi Xiaoshan with stern eyes and asked again. "But why do I have to know that person?!" Xiaoshan Yaozi asked back very calmly. Kamei frowned. "We heard from someone that you have a connection with Isao Hoshino. Do you want to bring that person?" He asked Yaozi again. This time, Yaozi's expression changed, not as calm as before. "Why are you police interested in my private life?" "Actually, we are more interested in Isao Hoshino's wife, Masako Hoshino." Totsukawa said. "What's the matter?" Yaozi looked at Tojinchuan with probing eyes and asked. "We believe that the Hoshino couple is related to a murder case. We heard your name from the confession of the relevant personnel. It is said that you are Hoshino Isao's lover." "real?" Yaozi looked at Shijinchuan suspiciously. "The homicide is real." "Then why haven't they been arrested?" Yaozi asked. "It will be soon. But we can't bear to see a pretty girl like you get involved!" "I don't believe it! Is he really related to the murder case?" "yes." "Do you want to know what's going on?" Kamei asked. "I don't believe it. He told me that he would divorce his wife soon and marry me. Would a murderer make such a promise to me?" "Did he say he wanted to marry you?" Totsukawa asked again urgingly. "yes." "when?" "When you were together, or when you first met?" Both Totsukawa and Kamei asked. "He told me that when we first met." "What time was that?" Totsukawa asked again. "I remember this time last year, at the bar of the Akasaka Hotel. He had a friend over at that time, and he said it to me after the friend left." "So that's how it is." "At that time, he gave me a business card, and I knew his name was Isao Hoshino. He also said that he had a few 'star' pavilions. Ah! I remembered, it was 'Star Hall No. 5'. Later I went to Went there two or three times." Yaozi said. "You thought he was a young industrialist then?" "right." "Later, he often took the initiative to look for you?" When Shijinchuan asked, Yaozi immediately looked very proud and said: "Yes, he often buys me things." "Later he said he wanted to divorce his wife, will he marry you?" "yes." "Have you seen his wife?" "No, my pride won't allow it." Yaozi insisted. "Miss Yaozi..." "Ok?" "As we said just now, Isao Hoshino is a murderer, that's for sure. Another person will be killed soon." "Who?" "His wife." After Shijinchuan finished speaking, Yaozi became very surprised. "I don't believe it. First, he told me that he would divorce his wife Yu soon and marry me, so why did he kill his wife? Could it be that his wife did not agree to the divorce?" "Maybe it's the reason, but maybe he wants to marry you as soon as possible! Don't you also hope that he will divorce his wife as soon as possible and then marry you?" Totsukawa asked. "It was he who told me at first, and I also said that I hope he can keep this promise, and I set a deadline for him, which is the 23rd of this month, which is my birthday." "That is to say, on your 26th birthday, he must divorce his wife and marry you?" "Yes, that's right. It's my decision. I want to get married before I'm 25. If I'm over 25, I'll focus on being a big star and stop thinking about getting married." "So he agreed?" "yes." "Now we understand." Totsukawa said. "Understand what?" Yaozi asked puzzledly. "In order to keep this promise, he will kill his wife, and use poison to make his wife die of illness." When Kamei said that, Yaozi turned pale with fright and said to Tojinchuan and the others: "He never told me he was going to kill his wife, really!" "Of course he wouldn't say that to you." Totsukawa said. "Then I'm going to call to stop him from doing this!" Yaozi said. "Then give it a try!" Totsukawa said. "But what then?" Yaozi asked worriedly.