Traveling Through the Tokyo Bubble Era

Chapter 1037 Who does Yuzuru-san want to support?
In a corner of the banquet hall, the instant Naito Ryoichi led Kawakami Naon away, Naito Haruko stared intently into Hanyu Hideki's eyes and asked a serious question.

"You really intend to support the Naito family?"

Hideki Hanyu shrugged. "I thought Haruko had already figured it out."

"Why?" Haruko Naito asked.

Judging from Hideki Hanyu's behavior these past few days, Haruko Naito could certainly tell that Hideki Hanyu intended to intervene in the power struggle within the Naito family and Itochu Corporation.

She was a woman who simply enjoyed having her relationship exposed, and didn't want her relationship with Hideki Hanyu to be nothing more than naked self-interest and ulterior motives, so she kept avoiding the issue.

But when her father found her today, he shattered her last shred of hope.

Hideki Hanyu saw through Haruko Naito's thoughts.

He knew that this love-struck young lady wasn't concerned about the matter itself, but rather whether their "love" was pure.

Although Hideki Hanyu found this self-deceptive love somewhat laughable, it did not prevent him from using it to manipulate the other person.

So when Haruko Naito asked why, Hideki Hanyu gave a seemingly unrelated answer.

"In your opinion, what benefits can I gain by taking the initiative to get involved in this matter?"
You should know very well how busy I am. If it weren't for you, why would I waste my time on these irrelevant people and things?

"me……"

Hideki Hanyu's words struck a chord with Haruko Naito.

Especially the phrase "for you," which instantly dispelled most of Haruko Naito's worries.

"From beginning to end, I've been thinking about Haruko's sake."

Hideki Hanyu reaffirmed his position with unwavering certainty, and then followed up with an explanation while the iron was hot.

"Think about it carefully. Even if the heirs of the Naito family are all useless, from your perspective, your mother's perspective, and President Asada's perspective, isn't it in your best interest for the Naito family to continue controlling Itochu Corporation?"

Haruko Naito was simply blinded by love. After being reminded by Hideki Habu, she immediately understood the pros and cons of the situation.

Convinced by the scumbag's words, Haruko Naito, who believed she had misunderstood Hideki Hanyu, immediately lowered her head with a hint of guilt.

"I'm sorry... thank you..."

"It's ok."

Seeing that he had succeeded, Hideki Yuzuru immediately patted Haruko Naito's head gently.

Haruko Naito, being stroked, wore an expression of docile enjoyment, like a tamed pet.

He then told Hideki Yuzuru what had just happened.

"The reason my father came to me was that he hoped that Mr. Yuzuru, I, and my uncle could support him in family affairs and in the election of the chairman of Itochu Corporation."

After listening, Hideki Yuzuru had an expression of expectation on his face and said, "I don't need to guess to know that he came to you for these things. Didn't he ask for anything else?"

Haruko Naito replied, "He also hopes that Mr. Hanyu can help him obtain Fujitsu's support."

"No wonder he's here tonight."

Hideki Hanyu's gaze began to search for the president of Fujitsu at the scene.

After finding it, he immediately said to Haruko Naito, "Let's go talk to the president of Fujitsu now."

Unexpectedly, Haruko Naito grabbed Hideki Hanyu's hand and said with an incredulous look, "Do you really want to support my father?"

Hideki Hanyu looked completely bewildered. "When did I say that?"

"But you said we should support the Naito family."

Haruko Naito felt that she was falling behind Hideki Hanyu's train of thought.

Hideki Hanyu asked, "Does supporting the Naito family necessarily mean supporting your father?"

Haruko Naito became increasingly puzzled. "So, what is Hanyu-san planning to do?"

Hideki Hanyu asked Haruko Naito, "In your opinion, what kind of person is your father?"

Haruko Naito scoffed, “Fickle, untrustworthy, foolish and rigid, ignorant and incompetent, ambitious but lacking in ability.”

Hideki Hanyu was amused by Haruko Naito's words, "Haha, Haruko's grades in Chinese literature must be excellent."

"I'm just telling the truth."

Haruko Naito clearly looked down on her father.

There is a Chinese proverb that roughly means: it is better to be an opponent of a smart person than to be a friend of a fool.

Because you never know what stupid things those idiots will do.

So do you think I would support an idiot in gaining power?

Hideki Hanyu's words made Haruko Naito's eyes light up.

"Who is the person that Yuzuru-san wants to support?"

"you guess?"

Hideki Hanyu kept everyone in suspense for a moment, then walked towards the president of Fujitsu.

Haruko Naito followed curiously, wanting to get an answer.

It wasn't until after Hideki Hanyu finished talking with the president of Fujitsu and invited him to have tea together in a couple of days that he told Haruko Naito who he wanted to support.

Just as Haruko Naito heard the answer and was pondering the name, Hideki Hanyu nudged her and gestured towards a spot not far away.

"President Asada has arrived, aren't you going to have a chat with him?"

Haruko Naito followed Hideki Hanyu's gaze and saw that it was indeed her uncle, Yuichi Asada.

"Isn't Yuzuru-san coming along?"

Hideki Hanyu explained, "I just saw a few guests, so I won't go with you."

This was, of course, just an excuse from Hideki Hanyu. Even if he had some kind of collaboration with Yuichi Asada, it wouldn't be convenient to discuss it here. It would be better to schedule another time to talk in detail.

"Then I'll go."

"Go."

And so, Haruko Naito went to find Yuichi Asada alone.

However, she had only just greeted them when she heard Yuichi Asada ask, "Where's President Hanyu? Didn't he come with you?"

Haruko Naito felt resentful at being "looked down upon" by her family, but the thought that her uncle looked down on her because of Hideki Hanyu filled her with joy and pride.

Her gaze swept across the banquet hall, and she quickly spotted Hideki Yuzuru's location. She pointed and said to Yuichi Asada.

"He is socializing with others."

When Yuichi Asada looked over, he saw that Hideki Hanyu was having a pleasant conversation with a rather attractive woman, who seemed to be a political beauty who had recently gained a lot of attention in Tokyo.

This scene prompted Yuichi Asada to ask, "How have things been between you and President Hanyu lately?"

Haruko Naito replied, "That's great."

"Hey……"

Yuichi Asada sighed, thinking that if Haruko Naito hadn't been with Hideki Habu, he would never have let his niece be treated so disrespectfully.

Even so, he couldn't help but remind him.

"Haruko, your career is important, but your future is just as important."

"What is Uncle talking about?" Haruko Naito asked, puzzled.

Yuichi Asada went even further and asked, "Are you and President Hanyu using contraception?"

Haruko Naito nodded. "Of course, I don't want to get pregnant right now."

Yuichi Asada said helplessly, "Pregnancy and career are not mutually exclusive, and you also need to think clearly about what you are working hard for in your career?"

“Of course it’s for my future and Hanyu-san’s future,” Haruko Naito blurted out.

Seeing that there were no more reminders, Yuichi Asada decided to be direct.

"As far as I know, President Yuzuru has at least five illegitimate children, one of whom is a boy in Hong Kong."

As for those who are pregnant but haven't been born yet, I only know of the retired singer Akina Nakamori.

In this situation, if you and President Yuzuru don't have children, do you really want to hand over your hard-earned career to another woman's child?

Asada Yuichi's question immediately reminded Naito Haruko of the illegitimate son her father had brought home, and her face instantly turned ugly.

Seeing that his words had an effect, Yuichi Asada immediately struck while the iron was hot.

“In my opinion, none of President Yuzuru’s lovers pose any threat to you. Moreover, you have the support of both your parents’ families. As long as your child is outstanding enough, his career will never fall into the hands of others.” Naito Haruko remained silent. Asada Yuichi thought his niece had been persuaded, so he continued to press his advantage.

"Your future with President Yuzuru will not only include the two of you. With a child, his feelings for you will naturally extend to your child."

However, after Yuichi Asada finished speaking, Haruko Naito, who had been silent all along, suddenly raised a question.

Why would I have a child that would diminish Yuzuru's feelings for me?
The love he gave me, I want to possess it all, not even for my children.

"what?"

Asada Yuichi was completely dumbfounded.

At that moment, he suddenly realized that he had never really understood what his niece's feelings for Hideki Yuzuru were.

Of course, Yuichi Asada had no idea that he should be thankful that his niece's decision to acquire Fuji Television was ultimately taken over by Hideki Hanyu.

Otherwise, once Haruko Naito completes the acquisition, besides wanting to prove her abilities, she also secretly hopes to use the media to completely destroy the obstacles that prevented her from being with Hideki Hanyu.

This includes her parents' families.

Fortunately, Hideki Hanyu has always been a scumbag, otherwise, if someone like Haruko Naito liked him, who knows what might have happened.

However, just as Yuichi Asada was in shock, Haruko Naito spoke up again.

"However, some of what my uncle said makes sense, and I will consider it carefully."

After saying this, without waiting for Asada Yuichi's reaction, he said goodbye and left directly.

Yuichi Asada originally wanted to talk about Itochu Corporation, but considering his niece's reaction earlier, he suddenly felt that it would be more reliable to talk to Hideki Hanyu about these matters directly.

"Hanyu-san, who was that young lady just now?"

Haruko Naito, who had returned to Hideki Hanyu's side, asked a question.

Hideki Hanyu asked in confusion, "Why is Haruko suddenly interested in people I know?"

"I was just asking casually."

Haruko Naito knew that she was still influenced by her uncle's words earlier, and instinctively felt repulsed by women, especially beautiful women, who appeared around Hideki Hanyu.

However, as a seasoned womanizer, Hideki Hanyu has honed his skills over the years to an unparalleled level of sensitivity to women's emotions, and he immediately noticed Haruko Naito's subtle mood.

He immediately smiled and said, "If Haruko wants to know, of course I'll answer seriously."

Upon hearing this, Haruko Naito was immediately dispelled of her gloom, and her eyes lit up with a smile.

Mr. Yuzuru immediately gestured to Haruko Naito, and the two of them looked at the beautiful woman who had just left and was chatting with others.

"Her name is Hattori Takatsuki. She is currently very popular in the Hachioji City constituency and is a beautiful candidate for city councilor who is well-liked by the public."

Haruko Naito asked in confusion, "How can a city councilor be qualified to attend Fujitsu's year-end meeting?"

Even though Hachioji City is the most populous city under the jurisdiction of Tokyo and is very important to the election of various factions, it is still just a local council.

Even members of the Tokyo Diet would find it difficult to get an invitation to the year-end meeting of a giant corporation like Fujitsu.

"It's very simple. A computer company I invested in is collaborating with Fujitsu to build a research and development center in Hachioji City."

On the surface, the project was spearheaded by Ms. Hattori, who was also responsible for providing services; this was her biggest campaign achievement.

The computer company that Hideki Hanyu mentioned was naturally E·T-Computer, which was managed by Tetsuya Aragaki.

The collaboration with Fujitsu is mainly in the hardware field.

Fujitsu itself didn't place much importance on the collaboration with E·T-Computer; the reason it agreed to jointly build the research institute was simply because of Elf Entertainment's influence.

Of course, for Hideki Hanyu and Tetsuya Aragaki, Fujitsu's lack of attention is also a good thing, as it makes it easier for E·T Computer to take the initiative in the cooperation.

“I see,” Haruko Naito said, suddenly realizing.

However, Hideki Hanyu quickly followed up with an explanation: "Of course, this is only on the surface; in reality, the Fukuda family is behind her."

Haruko Naito looked at Hideki Hanyu. "I remember that the Fukuda family and Hanyu-san have a very good relationship, so is it because of Hanyu-san's support that this Ms. Hattori is able to take charge of the research institute in Hachioji City?"

Hideki Yuzuru shook his head. "I have nothing to do with her. I'm just repaying a favor to the Fukuda family."

Haruko Naito asked, "So, did she come to see Hanyu-san just now to thank him?"

Hideki Hanyu replied, "Besides expressing my gratitude, I would also like to receive your direct support."

"Hayu-san agreed?" Haruko Naito asked curiously.

Hideki Hanyu directly denied it, saying, "No."

"Does Yuzuru-san not think highly of her? Or does he think she's not capable enough?"

Haruko Naito suddenly became interested in Hideki Hanyu's political maneuvering in Japan.

"No, she is very capable. If we're only talking about ability, I actually have high hopes for her future, and I was originally considering recommending her to my ally."

Unfortunately, after investigating some aspects of her situation, I ultimately abandoned this plan.

Haruko Naito asked curiously, "What action?"

"Haruko is really curious today, but there are some things you'd better not know, anyway, you don't need to care about these things."

Hideki Hanyu did not answer, but instead made an excuse that he was socializing with others, trying to brush the matter off.

But he ultimately underestimated Haruko Naito's curiosity.

After the year-end party, Haruko Naito was going to return to her mother's house in Setagaya Ward.

After Hideki Hanyu dropped him off at his destination, and the Lamborghini drove into Eimi Naito's garage, he lingered there for a long time.

Before the car even arrived, Haruko Naito had already climbed down from the passenger seat to under the steering wheel and taken direct control of his lifeline.

However, just when Hideki Hanyu thought he was enjoying himself, Haruko Naito suddenly looked up and stopped all her actions.

The scumbag asked in confusion, "Why did you stop?"

"Hanyu-san, please tell me why you don't think highly of that Hattori-san."

Haruko Naito's words made Hideki Hanyu realize that the other party's sudden change of plans was actually a prelude to his actions.

Given the current situation, not wanting to be stuck in the office, he had no choice but to give Naito Haruko the answer.

Of course, this is also because the answer wasn't exactly a top secret, otherwise the scumbag would have immediately pulled up his pants and pretended to be a saint.

"Because the investigation showed that she had close contact with Aum Shinrikyo."

Hideki Hanyu's answer puzzled Haruko Naito.

Because in Japan, there are so many religions with such bizarre and varied ideas, and they are so common that many Japanese people have become accustomed to them.

Many political figures even choose to cooperate with these religious sects in order to win votes.

The Aum Shinrikyo cult that Hideki Hanyu mentioned, although it has engaged in some extreme behaviors, is a legally registered and legitimate organization. It even participated in the parliamentary elections this year, although it ultimately suffered a crushing defeat.

"I don't like to get involved with these sects."

Faced with the puzzled Haruko Naito, Hideki Hanyu could only offer this explanation.

Many organizations that were considered evil cults in later generations are now legitimate organizations in Japan, capable of open activities and even participating in elections.

He said that the fact that they were an evil cult would only make others feel strange.

Although he is no longer afraid of these sects, he has no need to provoke these madmen.

All he could do was keep to himself and avoid getting involved with these guys.

He can't very well follow the example of those religious leaders and make prophecies, saying that the Truth Cult's behavior will become increasingly extreme, and that it will carry out terrorist attacks that will shock the world in the future, before being completely wiped out.

Those politicians who have any connection with this sect will basically have their careers ruined.

Haruko Naito, who reluctantly accepted Hideki Hanyu's explanation, buried herself in helping him solve the problem again.

Meanwhile, Hideki Hanyu, who was looking up and enjoying the view, opened the car window to get some fresh air.

However, the moment the car window rolled down, the scumbag suddenly realized that someone was standing outside the window.

Upon seeing the situation inside the car, the person's face immediately showed shock and undisguised embarrassment.

Hideki Hanyu immediately put his finger to his lips, making a shushing gesture.

Then he gave a silent, mischievous smile and mouthed the words.

"I'm sorry, Ms. Naito."

(End of this chapter)