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Koji Shiokawa successfully borrowed 60 million yen from the old man's family, not including the previous 5 million.This is much less than the first estimated amount, because Xinzi's natal family's real estate guarantee failed to come true.The father-in-law asked Hongzhi for his understanding. Nobuko's father came to the bank to hand over the money directly to Hongzhi. "If Xinzi knows, she will be worried, please don't tell her." Hong Zhi asked the old man.In fact, because of this reason, Nobuko's father didn't even go to his daughter's house, but went directly to Hongzhi's work unit.

"I accept the money you sent." Hong Zhi respectfully accepted the 60 million yen check, and immediately wrote a receipt. "Tomorrow, I will lend money to the Oriental Travel Company. Please rest assured, I am right, this project is indeed profitable." "I will entrust this matter to you. Anyway, this is all our property." The old man repeatedly reminded him. "I am very clear. The team of the Eastern Tourism Company is being formed, and the local will provide support in the near future, so that the current capital will triple. The local monopoly group will also dispatch management personnel. Compared with other projects, the returns here is the highest."

"I think so too." The father-in-law believes in his son-in-law's business ability from the bottom of his heart, because he is proficient in business because he is a director of the bank. "If the father is interested, he can also exchange this financing for shares." "This..." The old man hesitated, with a look of uneasiness on his face. "Then, let's put this matter aside!" Hongzhi had already noticed it. "I'm thinking that if local forces officially intervene, the leadership arrangements will become complicated. We must seize the vested power now."

"Will Tu really provide assistance?" "It's not just aid! In the future, this tourism hotline will become the pillar industry of the Earth Group. The current Oriental Travel Company is just the first step, so we must consider the reputation of the brand. To be honest, although the company is small, its stock has risen strongly. " "Ordinary people in the society know about it, don't they?" "It's because the inside story of the local side has not been made public, but there must be a lot of people who are well-informed." "I'm relieved. I'll ask you to handle it!"

"understood." "Also, I wanted to drop by your house, but if I go to see Xinzi, I have to bring her mother with me, so let's talk about it next time!" "yes." The father-in-law said this because he was worried about the relationship between his daughter and his son-in-law. Although he didn't say it clearly, his expression showed a plea to treat Nobuko kindly. After Hongzhi accompanied his father-in-law to Tokyo Station to see him off, he didn't go back to the bank immediately, but went into the restaurant alone.Rather than wanting to eat, it is better to say that I want to plan carefully here.There have been plans before, and once the money is in hand, it will have to be recalculated.

Sixty million yen is not a small amount nowadays. Although it is a loan, it is not much different from my own money.Therefore, we must find the most effective and safest investment method.Originally, I wanted to refinance the money to Deshan, but when I got the funds, I felt that it was a pity to give them to him so easily.That can only make Deshan happy alone, but it can't get Shitu's favor. He calculated carefully.In this bank, the upper management has been persuaded to agree to finance Tokuyama with 20 million yen, which is purely a loan from the bank.However, unlike a bank loan, the 60 million yen cannot be easily sold.Let the 20 million yen of Deshanna Bank endure for a few days.Although it was previously agreed to raise nearly 100 million yen, 20 million yen is enough to withstand it for a while.It won't be long before the soil's aid funds arrive, what's the difference between 20 million and 100 million?In the end, wouldn't his company have to be swallowed up by the earth?If you give him 80 million yen now, his good deed will be fulfilled in vain, but you will not get any direct benefits.In the final analysis, the relationship between Do Keijiro and himself is only indirect.

At this time, Koji Shiokawa thought of one of the current backbones of Shitu, a certain director, who had generously invested 200 million yuan before Shitu became famous, and was appreciated by Shitu.Although I have little capital, I must impress Shitu, otherwise it will be meaningless.Hongzhi decides to follow the director's example, and the trick repeats itself. Hongzhi was confident, and instead of contacting Tokuyama, he called Executive Miyagawa, saying that he had something important to ask and that he must meet as soon as possible.The other party replied that they made time to wait in the company.

"That's quite interesting." Executive Miyagawa saw Hongzhi and smiled slightly after hearing his determination. "According to your thinking, it may be more meaningful to submit directly to the chairman instead of Tokuyama." "Does Mr. Miyagawa think so too?" Seeing that someone agreed with his idea, Hongzhi felt relieved. "I think so! Although I feel sorry for Tokuyama for doing this, we will get together one day anyway. This is not a matter of treachery, so it doesn't matter." "I'm relieved if you agree." "Then, what about Tokuyama's financing?"

"I plan to give him the 20 million from the bank to endure for a few days." "For Mr. De Shan, the amount is far from what he expected. If he has any objections, I will try to persuade him." "If this is the case, it will really help me... Then, I want to see the chairman. Is there any way to get close to him? I want to take out the 60 million yen on the spot." "I see. Last time you introduced me at the Kabuki Theater, but the people around me were too noisy to talk, so I couldn't do what I wanted. If you want to meet formally, you have to be in the company, and it is easy to create a certain atmosphere."

"If possible, I would like to meet the president alone." "Then, can this work? I'll ask the chairman when it's convenient. I remember, he's going to Tama River tomorrow." "Tamagawa?" "That's what I usually say. In fact, the president has a villa in Tama River, Izumi City. The president bought the entire hill, and sometimes he goes there to rest for four or five days... To put it bluntly, it is the No. 2 wife's house of the president. Mansion." Miyagawa smiled on half of his face. "So that's the case! I've heard about it before, and it really happened!"

"The chairman gets up very early, and gathers the cadres to hold a 'breakfast meeting' at home. But he couldn't hold a meeting when he was at the Tamagawa Villa. He was alone, but the habit of getting up early has not changed. If you want to meet the chairman, this is the most suitable time." "Mr. Miyagawa, please match me up." "understood." "Mr. Miyagawa, maybe it's too early to say congratulations in advance, but is it convenient for you tonight?" "Very convenient!" Koji Shiokawa stayed at the restaurant that night, so he didn't come back until the next evening, and met Nobuko in mourning at the lobby. He learned that Asano was dead, but now all he could think about was meeting Keijiro Tochi.Miyagawa replied that he saw Shitu at eight o'clock, and Hongzhi arrived at the villa 20 minutes earlier that morning. Along the river, there are flat residential areas nearby.Among them is a small hill with a castle-like roof shining in the morning sun among the lush forests.There is a winding road from the foot of the mountain to the top of the mountain. The mirror-like asphalt road also reflects the refreshing morning light.On the road leading to the hilltop villa, the natural forest is impenetrable. Hiroji carefully held a check for 60 million yen in his pocket.Arriving at the gate of the princely palace-like villa, the smiling Miyagawa executive appeared behind the nanny, who was waiting here earlier than Hongzhi. "Come on, please come in!" Along the way, they turned through several corridors whose floors were polished brighter than a luxury hotel.Hongzhi was not led into the living room, but into a small tea room.Open the small sliding window, and the water of the Tama River is just below.In the distance on the opposite side, the Danzi Mountains loomed in the morning fog. "The president said that there is something to discuss here... Don't look at the size of the place, this is a special treatment. That is to say, people who meet for the first time will be taken to the living room as a matter of course. And you are invited here for the first time, It shows that the president thinks highly of you. I have been around the president for many years, and I know his mind best." Hong Zhi burst into tears of gratitude. "It's all thanks to Miyagawa-san." He kept nodding and bowing. A cough came from the corridor, and the hoarse voice penetrated the fresh morning air into Hongzhi's ears, and he sat upright with his knees together. It was an old man sitting by the tea stove and ordered a cup of tea for Hongzhi. The tea sets seemed to be famous ones.Operated by such a big man, everything becomes a high-end product.At this moment, it seems that the old man is just a very ordinary old man.Koji Shiokawa knelt down in the upper seat and took the tea bowl respectfully. The old man lightly ordered tea for Miyagawa.After the tea ceremony, Koji Shiokawa humbly said what he was holding back in his heart, and stared desperately at the shrunken old man. "I think you've already heard what Miyagawa-san said. Now, I have 60 million yen in cash. Although the money is not much, I would be very honored if it can be used for part of my business." Although this amount is not as good as a certain director's 200 million yuan, Hongzhi believes that this has fully demonstrated his sincerity.It is Do Keijiro who has worked hard since he was young to achieve what he is today, so he is very understanding.Sure, he's fiendishly violent when it comes to work, but he's still charismatic.It can be said that he has the humanity and loyalty that such characters often have. Koji spied on the old man's reaction to his words, but it was Keijiro Tochi who poured tea from his hunchback, and there was no change in expression.He just squirmed his protruding lower lip, and his voice was weak, but he couldn't make out what he was saying. Hongzhi looked at Miyakawa next to him in confusion, and Miyakawa immediately moved his body, walked to the old man on his knees, put his hands on the tatami, carefully discerned the meaning of the old man's murmuring, and nodded like a toad.This lasted for a minute, and Executive Director Miyagawa finally nodded vigorously and returned to Hongzhi's side. "I heard what the president said." He translated. "Thank you very much for your kindness, but don't give it to me directly this time, let's give it to Tokuyama!" Hongzhi felt as if he had been slapped in the face, but when he looked again, the old man was there cleaning the teacup leisurely.After all, it was a waste of effort! "Oh, you don't have to mind." Miyagawa showed sympathy. "The president praised you very much, saying that although you are young, you are outstanding. This is also a reward for your worthwhile trip!" "..." "Don't look at the president's slurred speech, he can speak eloquently! Moreover, he is highly respected, so he doesn't need to be polite to anyone, and he speaks bluntly." "That," Hong Zhi finally saw hope. "Has the president approved me?" "Yes." Miyagawa nodded vigorously two or three times. "I have been with the president for many years, and I know his habits best. When commenting on others, the president rarely expresses the highest appreciation just now." "It must be that my request is too boring and annoyed the president." "How can it be? There will never be such a thing! It's what I just said, don't worry!" However, Hongzhi was still worried. In any case, it was a serious problem not to accept the 60 million yen he offered.Doesn't that mean denying yourself?The key is the amount, if it is several hundred million, maybe the president will accept it.Thinking about it carefully, that director invested a huge sum of 200 million shortly after the war. According to today's comparison, that is 20 billion or 30 billion. Thinking of this, Hongzhi felt ashamed of his wishful thinking, at least he should take 100 million from Nobuko's father.Unexpectedly, he lost face after offering 60 million yuan, Hongzhi couldn't help but blush.Miyagawa's words are the last straw, and the president's praise of himself will never be a compliment.Hongzhi spoke highly of this matter in his heart, hoping to dispel his frustration. Thirty minutes later, Hongzhi left Shitu Villa and went directly to see Tokuyama.Since Tu has already spoken, there is nothing to hesitate about handing over 60 million yen to him. "Oh, this is already a great help." Deshan smiled. "I'm a countryman anyway, so I'm procrastinating. Please use this much for the first stroke!" Hong Zhi said softly.If it was only against Deshan, he could have shot arrogantly, but Tu's words still rang in his ears. "That's right. Excuse me, but in that kind of rural place, I didn't expect to raise such a huge sum of money so quickly. Oh, it's all because of you running around to solve the urgent need." Plus the bank's formal loan A total of 80 million, Tokuyama is already satisfied. That night, Koji had a congratulatory wedding wine at Tokuyama's reception, and went to Zhilizi's residence on his way home.The problem that had occupied his brain for a long time was solved, but the death of Associate Professor Asano was full of heart. "Ms. Asano is dead." Hongzhi said as he handed the coat to Riko. "Ah?" Zhi Lizi gasped, staring at Hong Zhi with wide eyes. "when?" "Yesterday morning. Nobuko was notified. The woman went out in mourning." "Are you sick?" "Nobuko said so. But the sudden death made me feel strange." Ichigo was silent for a moment. "Hey, isn't it better that Asano is dead?" "..." "You see, once the other party dies, the only person involved is the wife, and there is no reason to argue." Zhi Lizi's eyes brightened. "Once Asano dies, it will be easier. Madam must have something to do with it." "You are also a strategist." Hong Zhi looked at Zhi Lizi's lovely face. "Oh, you say I'm a strategist? It seems that I do all kinds of bad things." "What a cute demon." "I am also thinking about you! For you, I am willing to go to hell." Zhi Lizi said this because she dreamed of marrying Hongzhi.She has coquettish star eyes, those strange star eyes that are determined to give everything for the man she loves. "I'm going to Kofu now." "To Kofu?" "I'm going to Xiacun." "..." "Encourage him to sort out a record of Xinzi's misbehavior. If you don't act early, he won't be able to do it if you delay." "yes." "She is deeply in love with me now, ho ho..." Zhi Lizi shrugged. "She is listening to me now, and I have to strike while the iron is hot." "Okay!" Hiroshi nodded. "Then take the first bus tomorrow morning. It's just..." He put his hands on Zhilizi's shoulders. "Don't pretend to be real!" "Are you jealous?" She laughed. "I trust you on that." "But he's gone crazy with me." "Don't be too ecstatic, he's so pitiful." "People are much more innocent than you. However, this kind of person is very boring." "It's troublesome if you have energy." Hong Zhi put his arms around her shoulders and turned her face away. "Then, what are you going to do specifically?" He let go of her and asked. "First set Nobuko and Asano to live in the same hotel in Yumura." "What about the evidence?" "The inn where Asano stayed has his handwriting. When I met Shimomura earlier, I entrusted him with a copy of the registration paper, and then added Nobuko's name next to Asano's name." "What about Taki and the hotel?" "Fortunately, Nobuko registered under a false name." "Makes sense." "Oh," Zhilizi saw Hongzhi's face. "Why are you so depressed all of a sudden? Well, you still miss your wife. If you can't, then don't do it." "No no, it must be done." "You don't regret it?" "If you regret it, I won't let you go." Hongzhi thought to himself, now he can consider canceling the old father-in-law's loan.His wife's natal family either fell into a slump or was on the verge of bankruptcy, but it had nothing to do with him.I always think that this is a loan, so I can't do whatever I want. I still have to treat it as my own money to feel at ease.If you are obsessed with paying interest and principal, you will definitely accomplish nothing. Nobuko has been divorced from him anyway, and the so-called wife is just in name only.Since it is also a breakup, at least the material interests must be preserved at this time. This is revenge for the wife who has betrayed her. However, he has no intention of marrying Zhi Lizi in front of him. It may be okay to play with her, but she is not a family-oriented person.Hongzhi wants to have a stable family and find a wife who will sacrifice everything to take care of him.However, there is no need to rush this. My life will enter an upward stage in the future, and various women will appear in front of me one after another. Let's taste the taste of anticipation for now. Fortunately, Keijiro Tojiro had a good impression of him. Later, Miyagawa called and said that Mr. Tomorrow was very happy.Even the financial assistance that Hongzhi is most worried about is Mr. Tu Lao. "He said that being aggressive is your strength." Executive Miyagawa conveyed in such words. "Hey," said Riko Eda who didn't understand what Hiroji was thinking. "Let's go dancing tonight!" "Dance?" "I'm so happy. Isn't it? The day I marry you is getting closer!" "Oh? Do you want to invest 60 million in Shitu?" In the depths of a restaurant, Manager Tokuyama listened to Miyagawa's words with great interest, and he suddenly laughed. "It's still too young. This kid really thinks he's a businessman!" There were four geisha around, and one of them was a woman whom Tokuyama and Miyagawa both liked.When they talked about it, they didn't send the geisha out, it was a frank "closed talk".In other words, both of them regarded Shiokawa Koji as a child with a yellow mouth and never looked down upon him. "What did the soil say?" Deshan asked. "Where, the old man smiled. The old man made tea early in the morning, that's a treat with all his strength!" "This is exactly the greatness of Tu, which accurately captures the other party's mind." Deshan deliberately nodded deeply in admiration. "But, Mr. Tokuyama, that fellow Shiokawa, you've also noticed it. If you don't pay attention, he will destroy you in the future." "I've been aware of this for a long time, and my vigilance has been fully raised. However, I really think I am very lucky." "Oh? Then why?" "I'm telling you that even if you meet such a conspirator, you still need to inform me of the details. It is Mr. Tu who protects me, even if I dedicate my entire career to you, I will not hesitate." "Where is that? Don't dare to take it. It is not easy for you to work hard to this point. You must do it to the end. Although I can't help you much, I will continue to assist you in the future." "I've heard your words many times, but my gratitude is always new... For Shiokawa-kun, it's better for me to pretend I don't know it for the time being, right?" "Of course, this is the best way. That kid would never dream that we are always breathing." "The 60 million yen, I will accept it with gratitude!" "With that kid around, everything will go well for you." The two laughed out loud.Just now when the geisha saw the two guests talking speculatively, they whispered to each other knowingly. "Did that happen yesterday morning?" "Yes. Shiokawa-kun probably came straight to you afterward, with the check carefully in his breast pocket." "I managed to get so much money, and he knelt down and handed it to me. I didn't know anything in advance, so I thanked him first... How about it? The women should complain about being bored, let's go to the bar! " Before Deshan finished speaking, the geisha cheered up. "Oh, are we leaving now? We also want to go to the bar." "The bar is not as good as the nightclub!" "I see! You are young and always want to dance, so show us!" Tokuyama said to Executive Director Miyagawa. "I don't want to go to nightclubs." Miyagawa hesitated. "Hey, just play occasionally!" The women were quite dissatisfied with this. "Hey, Mr. Miyagawa, let's go!" The two left the restaurant with the geisha in two cars, with Tokuyama in the front and Miyagawa in the back, accompanied by geisha on both sides.At ten o'clock in the evening, the car drove through the main street to Akasaka.Recently, the entertainment industry here has developed by leaps and bounds, and the neon lights are adorning the colorful world. The car came to a nightclub, the waiter wearing the red military uniform of foreign soldiers opened the door, and the two led the women slowly towards the guest seats on the red carpet. The nightclub was overcrowded, and the waiters had assembled large tables, and they sat down at the tables.The guests danced in groups on the dance floor, and the geisha just looked there. Tokuyama ordered drinks from the waiter, then glanced toward the dance floor. "Huh?" He seemed to have discovered something. "Let me tell you, Mr. Miyagawa." He moved closer to Miyagawa beside him. "Is the one dancing Shiokawa? Look, the one in the middle is wearing white clothes." "Let's see, let's see!" Miyagawa also looked into the dim dance floor. "Ah, it's really good, it's Yanchuan." He also locked on the target. "Tonight's partner is a woman!" Deshan said with interest. "Is it the waitress here?" Miyagawa asked. "No, I'm afraid not. That's an ordinary woman. Although she can dance well, you can tell from her clothes." "That's Shiokawa-kun's lover! Or is it just a good friend?" "Maybe it's a lover!" the geisha heard them muttering. "Mr. Miyagawa and Mr. Tokugawa don't care what they are, let's hurry up and dance!" They said in unison. "What should we do?" Tokuyama looked at Miyagawa. "Oh, it's inappropriate to bump into it here!" Miyagawa tilted his head. Tokuyama looked at Koji who was dancing the rumba with a young girl, and the image of Nobuko floated in his mind.Nobuko must be home alone. Tokuyama got up quietly, and walked towards the phone as if going to the bathroom.Then, he took out his notebook and started dialing. "Is it Toyodo?" Toyodo is a precious metal store in Ginza, and the person who answers the phone seems to be the person on duty. "I'm Deshan, is your boss there? Tell him I'm Deshan from Oriental Travel Company." Waited for a while. "Hello," he responded to the greeting. "I'm sorry for the delay, you asked me to choose some gems... Yeah, I'm sorry for the delay. I'm at the nightclub in Akasaka, when you get here, tell the waiter at the front desk to call me... Yeah , for a ring, with diamonds, opals, or star rubies." Putting down the phone and returning to the seat, Miyagawa was drinking with the geisha, and the hostess was also added during the process, creating a lively scene.Two geisha walked onto the dance floor and did a swing dance. "Where's Shiokawa-kun?" Miyagawa asked in a low voice. "Going back to the table at the other end, it seems to be withdrawing." "Didn't you find us?" "Not at all." Miyagawa laughed. "He can't take care of his own affairs! It's still early, so maybe he has to go somewhere!" "Look at that energy, I'm afraid I won't go home tonight. That kid can play." "That's right, if you play so crazy, how can you be okay at home?" "I haven't heard of anything, maybe I'm doing well!" Deshan said so, but he knew the relationship between Yanchuan and his wife. "Look, look, they're leaving." Tokuyama also looked that way, Koji Shiokawa walked in front of the young woman, walked through the narrow passage between the dining tables, and walked towards the door. "What are you doing, that woman?" "Yeah, it's not girl, the origin is unknown." However, Miyagawa breathed a sigh of relief, and couldn't wait to drag his favorite geisha to join the dancing crowd. The waiter walked gently to Tokuyama and bent down. "People from Dongyangtang want to see you." Tokuyama nodded, pulled out his chair and stood up. "Oh! Are you leaving again?" All the geisha looked up at him. "Ah, there's something wrong." He smiled and walked to the door. There was a fat man in his forties in the cloakroom who bowed to Deshan. "I'm sorry for calling you out so late." "Where...it's so beautiful inside!" "Hey, find a quiet place." I asked the waiter and took them to the corner of the bar, but there were not too many customers. Tokuyama handed the jeweler a glass of whiskey on the rocks, and opened the box himself to inspect the seven or eight gemstone rings.The bar was brightly lit, the diamonds sparkled, the opals traced a rainbow, and star rubies shone like stars in a crimson sky. "How much is this?" He picked up the opal ring. "This is the most high-end, about 600,000 yen, and it has already been discounted." Tokuyama held the ring in his hand and looked at the light from various angles. "Just this one!" he said casually. "Thank you. No matter who you give this ring to, it will definitely not be inferior." The jeweler took out the locket from the purse and put the ring in it. "Mr. Executive, how old is the other party?" "Well, twenty-seven or eight years old!" "The color is impeccable."
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