Renping Kuniaki's phone was blown up.

Ozawa Ichiro's phone was blown up.

Hatanaka Zizi's phone was blown up...

Tonight, many people's phones were blown up.

Only Aoyama Xiu Xin was an exception; no one could reach him because he had turned off his phone early. While the outside world was in chaos, the instigator himself was sleeping soundly, holding Suzuki Junko's soft and fragrant body.

"Mr. Aoyama, wake up! Something big has happened!"

In the morning, Aoyama Xiu Xin was woken up by Suzuki Junko.

"What's wrong?" Aoyama Xiu Xin asked vaguely with a yawn, rubbing his sleepy eyes.

Suzuki Junko was so anxious she couldn't speak and just dragged him out of the bedroom, pointing at the TV to indicate he should watch.

The news was broadcasting the scene from last night at the front of the Police Headquarters, with a close-up of Tengji Yu's face.

"The Minister of Finance killed a senator, this world is really crazy," Suzuki Junko muttered to herself.

Aoyama Xiu Xin smirked; it was all a play he had directed. But outwardly, he feigned anxiety and said, "Damn it! I turned off my phone last night, I must rush back to the Police Headquarters."

After speaking, he hurriedly got dressed and washed up, gave Suzuki Junko a brief goodbye, and left without looking back.

Asai Ayumi was anxiously pacing back and forth on the first floor of the Police Headquarters building. Seeing Aoyama Xiu Xin, she quickly walked over, "You finally arrived. I've been trying to reach you but couldn't get through. The Director wants to see you immediately; something big happened last night..."

"I saw the news," Aoyama Xiu Xin interrupted her, "No need to say more, I'll go see the Director first."

He was in a hurry all the way, not even acknowledging the greetings from others. When he arrived at Renping Kuniaki's office, he was about to knock but paused when he heard voices from inside; then he knocked anyway.

"Knock knock!"

"Come in."

Aoyama Xiu Xin pushed open the door, his gaze first falling on Miyagi Youcai, "Deputy Director Miyagi is also here."

"Have you seen this morning's news? Because I couldn't reach you, I had Mr. Miyagi temporarily take over this case," Renping Kuniaki said with a frown.

After getting the news last night, he first informed Hatanaka Zizi, who was furious, insisting there was something fishy about the matter and gave a strict order to make sure his people were in charge of the investigation.

He then informed Yanchuan Shilang.

Although Yanchuan Shilang knew it was Aoyama Xiu Xin's doing, he couldn't possibly tell Renping Kuniaki about the god-grandson killing a senator. He only hinted that it was related to himself, so Renping Kuniaki was unaware of the true nature of the incident.

He had been worried about how to ensure that his people led the case when he couldn't reach Aoyama Xiu Xin, and took this as an excuse to have Miyagi Youcai lead the investigation.

Hearing Renping Kuniaki's words, Aoyama Xiu Xin was suddenly taken aback. Why did the Director entrust the case to Miyagi Youcai? Doesn't he know he's Hatanaka Zizi's man? What's the meaning of this?

"Mr. Miyagi, the case is urgent. Start forming the Special Investigation Headquarters immediately," Renping Zongguoxiong signaled to Aoyama Xiu Xin to be patient with a look.

"Yes!" Miyagi Youcai bowed and left.

Once the door closed, Renping Kuniaki finally looked at Aoyama Xiu Xin and said, "I know you have questions, but don't worry, listen to me explain slowly."

Listen to me craft this story.

"Yes, please instruct me, Director," Aoyama Xiu Xin quelled his doubts with a bow.

Renping Kuniaki had already prepared a story, speaking earnestly, "Upon receiving the news, I immediately called Lord Yanchuan. I learned that it was his arrangement—truly skillful—it only required a little effort to remove an important general under Hatanaka Zizi."

After praising him, Renping continued, "With Tengji Yu involved in such a matter, even if he can't be proven guilty of killing Oda Hidehiko, the fact remains that the senator and Minister of Finance will be unable to retain their positions, which will also affect Hatanaka Zizi. Thus, Lord Yanchuan's goal has already been achieved. Moreover, given the current strong evidence, the chance of Tengji Yu escaping is virtually nil."

"So I felt there was no need to involve you in this case, especially given your familial relationship with Lord Yanchuan. I'm worried Hatanaka Zizi might exploit this to muddy the waters, accusing you of deliberately framing Tengji Yu during the investigation to help Minister Yanchuan suppress the New Party."

Aoyama Xiu Xin found the explanation somewhat strained but partially reasonable. Since Hatanaka Zizi and Tengji Yu were doomed, there was no need to oppose Renping Kuniaki's orders, especially as they were on the same side and the counterpart had always respected him.

Yet, he was still puzzled about why they chose Miyagi Youcai. Was it due to his position as Deputy Director of the Criminal Department? Was it because the case was irreversibly determined, allowing for such hubris?

"Alright, Mr. Aoyama, you don't need to worry about this matter. Rest assured, I will personally keep an eye on Miyagi Youcai to ensure he doesn't have free rein," observing Aoyama Xiu Xin's silent contemplation, Renping Kuniaki decided to give him something to do to divert his focus, "By the way, since Miyagi Youcai has taken over this case, you will now handle a significant unresolved case. I will have him send the relevant files to your office. It's a case where a newlywed couple was brutally murdered, causing a significant public outcry."

"After Miyagi Youcai took over, there had been no progress. Mr. Aoyama, use this case to announce your return to the citizens of Tokyo. Besides you, I don't think anyone else could solve it."

Xiu Xin immediately frowned. Wasn't this the case that Miyagi Youcai wanted to dump on him before?

He felt that Renping Kuniaki was acting very strangely today.

As someone inherently suspicious and lacking a sense of security, this made him have to think more.

"Mr. Aoyama?" Renping Kuniaki saw him standing there dazed without speaking for a long time and called out with a frown.

Xiu Xin snapped back to reality and tentatively refused, "Director, this case was something Miyagi Youcai wanted to give to me before, and I refused it. I just got back, and I don't want to handle such a complicated case..."

"Mr. Aoyama," Renping Kuniaki interrupted him loudly, sighing as he said, "Just treat it as a favor for me. When reporters ask about this case, I can't even lift my head. Besides you, I really can't think of anyone else capable enough for this."

"As for Miyagi Youcai, I know what he's thinking. He merely believes that if he can't solve it, neither can you, and he wants to laugh at you. But I believe you can solve it and give him a good slap in the face."

"Understood!" Xiu Xin bowed in response. His superior had spoken to this extent, and he had no choice but to agree.

Renping Kuniaki smiled, "I knew Mr. Aoyama would never shy away from difficulties. Go, solve the case quickly, and give the victim's family an explanation."

Hell, I'm scared.

It's you who insisted on forcing it onto me.

After bowing again, Xiu Xin turned and left.

Upon leaving the office, his expression switched between light and dark. Renping Kuniaki's behavior today was too abnormal. Damn it, could he have defected?

Although there was no evidence, being cautious is better than being wrong.

Back in the office, he summoned Yoshikai Youzai over, "The murder case of Tengji Yu will be taken over by Miyagi Youcai. As my subordinate, he'll surely prevent you from joining the Special Investigation Headquarters, so keep a close watch on Miyagi Youcai for me, especially protect the evidence. No, directly back up the surveillance. Also, closely monitor and protect Miyazaki Junichi, and install bugs in every corner of his house and his car."

"Understood!" Yoshikai Youzai responded solemnly.

Xiu Xin pondered for a moment and then slowly added, "Find a way to plant a bug in Director Renping's office, and make sure not to get exposed."

It's a precaution. If Renping Kuniaki really has defected, and the clueless godfather still treats him as his own, there will be serious trouble eventually.

Installing a bug isn't just to find evidence of Renping Kuniaki's defection; it's also to prove his innocence.

Otherwise, Xiu Xin wouldn't dare to trust him again.

Yoshikai Youzai was momentarily surprised and looked up at him, then nodded firmly again, "Understood!"

At noon, the press conference.

Renping Kuniaki stood on the stage and spoke eloquently.

"Regarding the suspicion that Minister of Finance Tengji Yu murdered Senator Oda Hidehiko, the cabinet has expressed keen interest, and the Prime Minister has ordered a thorough investigation. The Police Headquarters will have Deputy Director of Criminal Affairs Miyagi Youcai establish a Special Investigation Headquarters for this case immediately. Please do not spread rumors. All will rely on the police's investigation results, which will be released promptly as progress is made."

"Once the evidence is confirmed, even if Tengji Yu is the Minister of Finance, he will definitely be severely punished by law! Our police will not let any criminal go!"

Upon hearing this, the audience began murmuring to each other, surprised that such a significant case wasn't being handled by Xiu Xin.

"Director Renping, for such an important case, why isn't Minister Aoyama in charge?"

In response to this question, Renping Kuniaki answered flawlessly, "Because Minister Aoyama also has a major case to handle. The brutal murder of the newlywed couple from before has been officially taken over by him. The Police Headquarters exists to combat crime and maintain law and social order. Minister Aoyama always adheres to these principles. Therefore, we won't allocate all elite forces to this case just because the deceased in last night's hot spring resort murder incident had a higher status. Before the law, all lives are equal!"

These righteous and resonant words might even convince those unfamiliar with the situation.

"Good!"

The journalists immediately pretended to cheer.

Then Xiu Xin took the stage. With a composed expression, he said, "The director's last statement was well said, everyone is equal before the law. Senators like Oda Hidehiko are no more special than that ordinary newlywed couple, so between these two cases, I chose the latter. Because compared to a senator with countless supporters and voices, it's the ordinary couple who need me to seek justice."

"Bravo! Minister Aoyama, well said!"

Thunderous applause erupted again from below.

"When this case happened, I wasn't in Tokyo, and I couldn't see the initial crime scene, so the investigation might take a long time. I hope everyone has a bit more patience. I will give you an answer."

After speaking, Xiu Xin bowed and walked down from the stage.

Next was Miyagi Youcai's turn to speak, who rambled a bunch of righteous words, ending the emergency press conference amidst applause.

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