The Legend of Tokyo Taoist

Chapter 366 Shadow of Truth (13)

Under the gaze of everyone present, the large screen on the stage of the venue unfolded a video conference screen which was divided into a dozen small windows. From time to time, there were successful connections, and seven facial images of the victims mentioned by the people appeared.

The reporters stared at the small windows intently. Every time one appeared, they would rack their brains to try to remember whether they knew that person or what shows or works he had participated in.

"Eh? Isn't that Nanami? She's been living in seclusion since she got married. Is she also a victim?"

"What's going on? There are so many male victims?"

"Hey, hey, hey, you must be kidding. I really like his TV series. Even he..."

"There are still a few artists who haven't retired yet. Things are really going to change now."

As more and more familiar faces appeared, everyone's faces gradually became shocked. They didn't expect that so many artists who were often seen on TV were actually victims of the Star Agency. Everyone started talking about it again.

"As you can see, these are all victims who have the courage to testify." Shichijo Masato put his hands on the podium and said to the microphone, "But I tell you, these are only a small part of the victims that Ms. Tachibana and I have visited during this period. There are also some people who have revealed the fact that they were violated and are willing to submit their testimonies to the police, but in order not to affect their lives, they do not want to reveal their names. I understand this very well. Being willing to provide testimony is already a great act."

At this time, the headlines of major media websites have quickly changed to content such as "Shocking! The inside story of Starlight Agency is exposed!", "Big shock! The hidden darkness in WTV!", and many media have even started live broadcasts. It can be said that people in the entire entertainment industry, as well as some people who know some inside information, have all been called out of bed to pay attention to this press conference that can shake the whole of Japan.

"To convince the victim to come forward, Ms. Tachibana and I put in a lot of effort," said Nanajo Masato, "but our efforts were worth it. The darkness in the Starlight Office has ended today, right from this moment! I'm sure everyone has been waiting for a long time, but I'm the only one talking, and everyone is tired of listening. Let the victim himself tell everyone what Lai Shanchenggong did!"

On the screen, the image of a male victim in the middle was enlarged and he became the first speaker. He thought for a while and then said to the camera: "Hello everyone, some of you may know me. I am Mitsuru Inoue, a former member of the group 'Storm'. I have participated in many variety shows and TV dramas... If Mr. Nanajo and Ms. Tachibana hadn't found me and persuaded me for a long time, I wouldn't be standing here..."

"When I was a teenager, my parents sent me to the Starlight Agency for training, just like everyone else. At first, I was very excited when I arrived at the agency, and I was very glad that I was chosen. When I first met President Laishan, he looked like a kind old grandfather. He taught us very kindly, and there was nothing wrong with him. But later, I realized his true face. He was a devil! But by the time I realized this, it was too late..."

Countless people saw him say this through the convenience of the modern Internet, and everyone reacted differently. Fans were heartbroken, shady people wanted the matter to get bigger, and various people in the circle had already started contacting acquaintances, preparing to confirm what to do next to maximize their own interests.

No matter how they reacted, they all agreed on one thing - that was the end of Starlight Agency and the idol godfather Lai Shanchengong was finished.

But what happened next was beyond their expectations.

"…In addition to taming us physically, he also tamed us mentally. There is an atmosphere of 'normality' in the office all the time. Whether it is the teachers of various courses, or the agent, or even my parents, they all make me feel that those are normal things. In order to compete for limited resources, we have to pay more, such as going to some dinners to accompany certain special guests…" He couldn't go on halfway through his words. Everyone saw him covering his face and sitting in his seat with his head down. Everyone could feel the pain he was in.

Nanajo Masato was about to say something to comfort him, but he saw the other party suddenly raised his head and said hesitantly:
"I...I can't continue...I can't say such insincere words anymore!"

There was an uproar at the scene, and not only the people there, but also those who were watching the live broadcast had the same reaction.

Nanajo Masato realized something and his face turned extremely ugly.

In the ghost realm, the raccoon cat used silk threads in his hands to control the puppets on the stage and launched a fierce attack on Qian Xiaoyi and Lingnai.

"Mr. Qian, fight back!" Ling Na said anxiously: "Why not fight back? These puppets are attacking us!"

Qian Xiaoyi said nothing. He pasted several talismans on the ground around them, forming a defensive barrier, which struggled to block the attack of the puppets.

"Hahaha~ I know why he didn't fight back." The King of Tanuki showed his fangs and laughed, "Because he wants to save these puppets under my command, but the question is... do they need you to save them?"

On the big screen, Inoue Mitsuru cried and said loudly: "I lied, President Raiyama is not that kind of person! He treats us like his own children! It was Shichijo Masato! It was Shichijo Masato who forced me to say that. He gave me a lot of money! I... I thought this would be easy, but now I realize it's not the case at all. Mr. Raiyama, I'm sorry! I'm a bastard! I shouldn't have slandered you like that!"

Nanajo Masato roared, "You bastard, do you know what you are saying? I am helping you guys! Why do you still need to cover for that guy?"

The puppets' attacks became more intense.

"Because... they don't need you to save them."

The King of Civets' fingers kept moving to control the thin line, grinning and saying, "Life is inherently cruel. I just gave them a choice, a shortcut to exchange their bodies for benefits. Whether they are willing or not, at least they got what they wanted... If they walk into the light, the result will be that they will lose everything they paid the price for, wealth, fame, family, interpersonal relationships... Do you think they will do these things for the so-called 'justice'? Hmm? Can they do this?"

"It's all Shichijo Masato's fault! It was Shichijo Masato who bribed me as a witness and falsely accused President Raiyama for the internal struggle within the company!" Inoue Mitsuru shouted in a somewhat collapsed look, "But this kind of thing... I can't do it, I really can't do it..."

(End of this chapter)