This was the first time Ryuzaki Makoto had ever heard Kirisawa Jin speak in such a flustered tone.
"What is it? Don't rush, tell me slowly."
On the other end of the phone, Kirisawa Jin took a deep breath and spoke very quickly.
"Boss, we've received word that the members of parliament have passed a bill to allow casinos on Wuming Street! It should be officially announced at the press conference at noon today."
Upon hearing this, Ryuzaki Makoto frowned slightly.
If the bill passes, it means that the Kowloon Group can legitimately and legally open a casino on the nameless street and infiltrate their influence.
However, Ryuzaki Makoto's tone remained calm.
Is there anything else?
Jin Kirisawa continued.
"Among the personal belongings of Shangyuan Longchen that we seized last night, we found several anonymous bankbooks with a total deposit of up to 30 billion!"
Ryuzaki raised an eyebrow.
Three hundred billion?!
This is no small sum.
However, the fact that Kirisawa Jin was able to say this at this time suggests that he may have encountered some trouble.
Ryuzaki asked calmly.
"Can it be removed?"
The tone of Kirizawa Jin on the other end of the phone was somewhat solemn.
"Shangyuan Longchen's money is all from illegitimate sources, so it is not deposited in a regular bank, but in an underground money exchange. I just sent someone to contact this money exchange, and they said directly that if no one comes to withdraw the money with their own ID, they will not give them a single penny."
Ryuzaki Makoto's lips curled into a cold smile. "You won't let me take it if it's not me?"
Uehara Ryūchen's ashes are almost cold; where can we find him?
This underground bank is trying to steal this money.
Haha, since it's not a legitimate bank, it must be operating through shady channels.
How dare you try to double-cross me?
That's interesting.
Ryuzaki Makoto pondered for a moment, then said calmly.
"We have a lot on our plate right now. Asuka's birthday party is the day after tomorrow, so we'll put this matter aside for now."
"However, contact the manager of that money exchange again today and tell him that Uehara Tatsujin is dead. If they don't agree to transfer the money, then tell them to go down and meet Uehara Tatsujin in person to hand it over."
Although they haven't figured out the other party's background yet, the True Dragon Society is already the overlord of the south of the city.
If an underground bank can't even give you this much face, then it shouldn't be operating in Huya City.
"Understood, boss."
Kirisawa Jin nodded.
Seeing that there was nothing else, Ryuzaki Masami hung up the phone.
He put away his phone, turned around, and walked back to his villa.
Today is a public holiday, so Asuka and Nanako are both at home.
Nanako has changed a lot lately. The young lady who used to hate even going into the kitchen is now running around in the kitchen like crazy ever since she confirmed her relationship with Ryuzaki Mako.
The two of them were busy in the kitchen, and the sounds of their laughter and playful banter could be heard from time to time.
Ryuzaki Makoto walked to the kitchen doorway, leaned against the doorframe, and said with a smile.
"Is the food ready? I'm so hungry I'm feeling a little dizzy."
Asuka's cheerful voice immediately came from the kitchen.
"Shin, just wait a little longer, it'll be ready soon. If it weren't for Nanako's constant interference, I would have finished it already."
Then, Nanako's defiant voice came from inside.
"Auntie, you're talking nonsense again! I clearly washed all the vegetables for you!"
Ryuzaki Makoto shook his head, walked to the sofa in the living room, sat down, and closed his eyes to rest.
Soon, Asuka and Nanako came out of the kitchen carrying plates of delicious-looking dishes.
Today's lunch was very plentiful, with golden and crispy tempura, tender and juicy grilled eel, a crystal-clear sashimi platter, and a steaming pot of sukiyaki, the aroma filling the air.
Ryuzaki Makoto picked up his chopsticks and said with a smile.
"Alright, let's eat."
Nanako kept glancing at Ryuzaki Mako out of the corner of her eye, then carefully picked up the largest piece of eel and placed it in Ryuzaki Mako's bowl, while putting on a haughty expression and saying.
"Try this grilled eel that I made myself. If you dare say it's not good, you're dead!"
Ryuzaki Makoto picked up a piece of eel, put it in his mouth, and savored it slowly.
"This dish is made—"
He deliberately dragged out his words.
Nanako looked at him expectantly, her eyes sparkling with nervousness.
Ryuzaki Makoto smiled slightly and nodded.
"It's pretty good, very delicious."
Nanako immediately raised her chin triumphantly.
"You don't need to tell me! I knew my cooking skills were the best in the world!"
Asuka, standing to the side, shook her head helplessly and said indulgently.
"Look at you, your tail is practically wagging in the air. It's all thanks to your auntie teaching you step by step."
Ryuzaki Makoto looked at the scene before him and a warm smile appeared on his face.
This is what home feels like.
Just then, the voice of a news anchor came on from the living room television.
"Breaking news! Just now, Congress passed a bill to promote casinos on Wuming Street. This bill aims to stimulate the economic development of the surrounding area and improve the living standards of Wuming Street residents by building large-scale entertainment casinos..."
Ryuzaki Makoto listened to the news, but his emotions were not greatly affected.
The bill has only been passed; it will be some time before construction actually begins.
Playing politics?
It's not that I'm incapable.
So what if this bill passes?
There's a saying that goes, "He who wins the hearts of the people wins the world."
From top to bottom, everyone on Wuming Street is one of my people, and they have all received my favors.
After Asuka's birthday party is over, I'll teach you politicians a good lesson.
The news report had just finished when the host's voice rang out again.
"Now for the next news report: an unexpected situation has occurred in the much-anticipated bombing case on the nameless street."
"After the main culprits, Takano and Hirai, were transferred from the Jonan Police Station to the Joto Police Station, the two criminals committed suicide in prison early this morning out of fear of punishment."
"According to a statement released by the Chengdong police, the two main perpetrators recanted their previous statements before their deaths, dropped the charges against the Jiacun Association, and voluntarily confessed to all their crimes. The Chengdong police announced that the case has been officially solved."
When Ryuzaki Makoto heard the news, he narrowed his eyes.
I originally wanted to use those two guys from DOUBT to really annoy the Iemura Association, but I didn't expect that the Kowloon Group's reach was really far-reaching.
It must have been the Kowloon police who colluded with the East Shing police to kill these two people in prison.
After all, the East District is their stronghold.
Just then, Ryuzaki's phone rang.
He picked it up and looked at it, oh?
It was Saeko calling!
Ryuzaki Makoto put down his chopsticks and said to Asuka and Nanako.
"I'm going out to take this call, I'll be right back, you guys eat first."
Then, he left his seat, took his phone, and went outside.
Ryuzaki walked to the flower bed by the roadside and pressed the answer button.
Before he could speak, Saeko's slightly apologetic voice came from the other end of the phone.
"I'm so sorry..."
Ryuzaki Makoto said calmly.
Why do you say that?
Saeko explained.
"Due to jurisdictional issues, Hirai and Takano were ordered by their superiors to be sent to the Jotō Police Station for further interrogation, and then..."
Ryuzaki Makoto directly picked up where Saeko left off.
"Then, the Kowloon Group took care of them in prison."
Saeko's tone carried a hint of surprise.
How did you know?
Ryuzaki Makoto looked at the distant sky and said calmly.
"It was just reported on the news."
He knew perfectly well why Saeko felt guilty; it was because she felt that these two people might be useful to Ryuzaki's plans, and now that they were dead, it might disrupt his plans.
Ryuzaki Makoto smiled and comforted her.
"Saeko, don't blame yourself. These two were just a small underhanded trick. Even if they hadn't died, they probably wouldn't have caused any real damage to the village. It was just to annoy them."
"But it's you, I haven't seen you in ages, how about tonight..."