Tokyo Unnatural Forensics

Chapter 367, Today is Uesugi's victory!
Following the conclusion of the Sakurada Gate hearing, a media storm swept through Japan.

The front-page headline of the Sankei Shimbun reads: "Bunshun reporter makes unfounded sexual accusations against underage girl at hearing!"

The subtitle reads, "I don't care what you think, I care what I think, if I say it exists, it exists? Bunshun's shamelessness is the most powerful and evil creation of humankind!"

The Yomiuri Shimbun completely sided with Uesugi Muneyuki, with their press release stating: "They don't believe evidence, testimony, investigations, or official documents; they only believe their own opinions? Is Bunshun a cult?"

The Yomiuri Shimbun even demanded that the Japanese publishing industry strip Weekly Bunshun of its publishing license.

This is quite normal, after all, the Yomiuri Shimbun is backed by American capital, and the fact that Weekly Bunshun didn't even believe the FBI warning is really a bit ridiculous.

Fuji TV was ecstatic. It was only the beginning of the year, and another live broadcast had already broken the 35% viewership mark. And the moment the reporter from Weekly Bunshun uttered those words, the viewership peaked at 45%, meaning that at least 3000 million out of the 1400 million people in the Kanto region watched this scene at the same time!
Fuji TV reporter Ebihara also interviewed prosecutor Yeon-jin Hayashi of the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office. Facing the camera, the Korean prosecutor appeared very angry. She said that hearing such remarks in Japan was an insult to the entire judicial system. Weekly Bunshun is suspected of violating multiple laws and could face criminal charges of up to seven years in prison.

Staff at the Japanese Children's Counseling Center repeatedly checked Saito Asuka's mental state and were relieved to find that she was only crying in distress and had not suffered a mental breakdown. When interviewed by Fuji TV, the staff member said with a wry smile, "We specifically brought those large briefcases to block the defendant's view, but we didn't expect that we would need a sonic weapon!"

"As a child and youth protection organization, the remarks made by Weekly Bunshun are a complete insult to the state's parental rights. We will not let this end here, and we will definitely work with the prosecutor's office to pursue this matter to the end!"

Metropolitan Police Department's First Investigation Division Chief, Ukyo Sugishita, also gave an interview. He appeared very angry during the interview, stating, "This statement has seriously violated the legal rights of underage girl A. This is a harbinger of the collapse of the shield of society, and we absolutely cannot forgive such excessive behavior! The Metropolitan Police Department will, in turn, prosecute Weekly Bunshun for false accusation!"

Meanwhile, the entire Japanese internet is abuzz with this issue. On Yahoo! Japan, the vote of no confidence in Uesugi Muneyuki has changed from 62% believing he is guilty to 87% supporting his innocence. Of course, a just trial for him is still inevitable.

Having such a stunningly beautiful girl at home, and then she storms into the Uesugi family home! The forensic examiner is doomed! Death penalty!!!
He's got such a gorgeous girl at home and never touches her, but he storms into the Uesugi house to save Asuka! Death penalty!!!
If this guy Uesugi dares to touch such a beautiful girl at home, I'll storm into his house and save Asuka! Death penalty!!!
Saito Asuka captivated everyone the moment she appeared. She was already known as the "chosen beauty" at Tsukuba University Affiliated High School, like a girl from a manga. Her pure and cute appearance fits the Asian definition of a beautiful girl. She has extremely high looks, her pure style is deeply rooted in people's hearts, her features are delicate, she is very transparent, and she is extremely cute. She also has a "small face that can almost be covered by the corners of her eyes or mouth".

Wearing a standard winter uniform, pleated skirt, leather shoes, and tights, she exuded a strong sense of first love, deeply touching the hearts of countless people.

Asuka was originally a bit pale and thin, after all, the two sisters had been living a hard life in the capital. But since she got together with Uesugi Muneyuki, the girl has become much richer both materially and spiritually. Many experienced older people can see that the girl does not look like she has been coerced or abused. On the contrary, she seems to be very happy.

But... isn't that even worse?
Doesn't this mean that this chosen girl has recognized and admired Uesugi Muneyuki...? Why is Uesugi always surrounded by beautiful women?
As expected, let's just kill Uesugi!

The enemy is at Sakurada Gate! Burn the Uesugi men!
A massive outcry against Uesugi Muneyuki swept across Japanese social media. However, due to the evidence presented at the hearing and the endorsements of the officials present, no one dared to question the legality of Uesugi Muneyuki's cohabitation with a minor. Public attention shifted to the "Tokyo Medical College Dental Clinic Night Shift Assault Incident," as Uesugi Muneyuki was also a victim in this case. His decision to take on his girlfriend's younger sister despite losing her was seen as somewhat in line with the "righteous" image of Uesugi Kenshin. The public thought, "Truly a descendant of Kenshin, responsible and principled."
The people of Kanto say that he is a true Kanto man, a pillar of the military family.

The Kansai people's assessment is that Uesugi Muneyuki is the most authentic Kansai person who has infiltrated the Kanto region; he is warm-hearted, knowledgeable about the law, and capable of fighting back!

In short, Uesugi Muneyuki has dominated the forums again. Many people are still disappointed that they didn't get to see the judo beauty and policewoman, Ikeda Erena, at the hearing. But the forensic beauty who is both alluring and exudes the spirit of a professional woman is also amazing!

Asuka! My Asuka! Take me away with you!
As for Weekly Bunshun, Yahoo! Japan's poll also began to show signs of success.

"How should this statement (referring to the explosive remarks made at the Weekly Bunshun event) be judged?"

"Option 1, chemical castration (72%)."

"Option 2, death penalty (18%)."

"Option 3, not guilty (9%)."

The number one buzzword on 2ch immediately became...

"One person, hand over proof of virginity immediately! FBI WARNING!"

"Gentlemen, there's a slim chance that Weekly Bunshun Ivy Trading Company could be involved!"

"You three, hmph~ hmph~ hmph~ ahh ...

In any case, Uesugi Muneyuki has won a great victory today. From now on, all suspicions against him have been completely cleared, and he has not only proven his innocence, but also effectively deterred all the media. They probably won't dare to question his private life again.

News came from the fallen leaves that a major upheaval had occurred at the headquarters of Weekly Bunshun. Several of the directors of Weekly Bunshun had fainted. Among them, editor-in-chief Shintani Manabu fainted due to a sudden respiratory problem and was rushed to the hospital on the spot. Another executive officer, Niitsu, who was in charge of the matter, suffered a sudden myocardial infarction and heart failure and has been sent to the ICU for emergency treatment.

Uesugi Muneyuki glanced again and realized that Mai-senpai had disappeared without anyone noticing.

What a swift revenge!
Uesugi Muneyuki was about to take action when someone called out to him. It was Criminal Investigation Department Chief Uchimura Kanji.

Fifteen minutes later, in Tokyo, at the Peninsula Hotel's restaurant, outside of private rooms.

Chief Prosecutor Nishikawa of the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office and Superintendent General Watanabe Eiji of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department sat facing each other, with Uesugi Muneyuki sitting beside them. In addition, Watanabe Minami, dressed in a standard Metropolitan Police Department winter uniform, also came and sat to Uesugi Muneyuki's left. Miss Minami watched the whole thing live, and was initially angry but then happy. She secretly pulled Uesugi's hand on the table and drew circles in his palm to show her excitement.

Eiji Watanabe and Minami Watanabe had not appeared before because they were "related parties" to Muneyuki Uesugi, and it was natural for them to avoid suspicion under such circumstances. Now that Muneyuki Uesugi has been proven innocent and has not broken the law, there is no need for them to hide anymore.

"Chief Prosecutor Nishikawa, thank you very much for the District Public Prosecutor's Office's fair and just enforcement of the law." Watanabe Eiji smiled at Chief Prosecutor Nishikawa and said, "I apologize for the embarrassing incident today." (The Tokyo District Public Prosecutor's Office holds a higher overall status than the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, so it can only refer to itself as "this office." The way people address each other in daily life is actually quite particular, but we keep it simple here.)
"Well, there's not much to say about today's matter." Director-General Nishikawa was about the same age as Watanabe Eiji, a little fatter, but his expression was very serious and authoritative: "Who would have thought that Weekly Bunshun would do such a thing? This agency has accepted the commission from the Children's Counseling Center and will soon launch a formal lawsuit. Director Watanabe, rest assured."

"This is exactly what I wanted to say to Chief of Staff Nishikawa." Watanabe Eiji glanced at Uesugi Muneyuki and Watanabe Minami, indicating, "Not only Muneyuki-kun, but our entire company has also been wronged in this matter, but we are, after all, a party directly involved..."

“Oh, I understand, false accusation, right?” Chief of Police Nishikawa nodded. “This does indeed cross the line of protecting minors. This agency can help your store file a lawsuit, but I must make it clear to you in advance that, considering the law’s protection of freedom of the press and the public’s right to know, and the fact that the Metropolitan Police Department is a powerful department, the most we can do is issue a public apology and impose appropriate punishment and internal rectification. It is impossible for Weekly Bunshun to be shut down and dissolved.”

“That’s enough.” Watanabe Eiji didn’t really want Weekly Bunshun to die; he mainly wanted to vent his anger for Uesugi Muneyuki. “Muneyuki, why don’t you thank Chief Nishikawa?”

"Thank you, Chief Prosecutor Nishikawa!" Uesugi Muneyuki and Watanabe Minami immediately stood up and bowed to the Chief Prosecutor of the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office.

"Oh, thank you, it's nothing. You must be Xuesong, right? Kunihisa-san has a great grandson, impressive!" Chief Inspector Nishikawa scrutinized Uesugi Muneyuki, a little drool dripping from his mouth: "How about you support our prosecution from time to time? It's all about the police and the prosecution working together."

Damn it, why didn't this kid come to our district prosecutor's office?
What a waste of talent!
Come to our district prosecutor's office. Can't the Tokyo Metropolitan Public Health Bureau's Surveillance Medical Center also perform forensic examinations?
Our special investigation team is truly a top-notch department that isn't afraid to offend anyone!
"If there's anything I can do to help, Chief Nishikawa, please feel free to ask. Minami and I will do our best to serve you," Uesugi Muneyuki quickly said.

"Hmm." Chief of Police Nishikawa understood that Uesugi Muneyuki was willing to help but emphasized that he had to do so with his fiancée, Minami. In other words, he still favored the Metropolitan Police Department. He was a little annoyed but couldn't show it, after all, this kid's abilities were too good to pass up and would definitely be very useful in the future. So he personally changed the subject: "Speaking of which..."

He drew out the words, as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.

"Please feel free to give any instructions, Chief Prosecutor Nishikawa!" Watanabe Eiji still had to bow slightly to the District Public Prosecutor.

"Your Metropolitan Police Department really has a very rude policeman," Chief Inspector Nishikawa said sarcastically. "Today I've witnessed it firsthand. Is this the big star of Sakuradamon...?"

Eiji Watanabe's expression changed.

It's him, it's him, it's him again!

"You noticed... I also watched the live broadcast. Was it Kashiwagi Jin arguing with Prosecutor Shinbayashi?" The Superintendent General of Police had no choice but to admit it.

"Oh? Director Watanabe knew about it?" Chief Nishikawa nodded. He was there at the time and witnessed Kashiwagi Jin preemptively arrest the Bunshun reporter with the arrest warrant he personally issued, and even use the law to confront his subordinate's arrogance: "If you hadn't said anything, I would have thought it was Director Watanabe who instructed you to do it."

“…………Absolutely not.” Watanabe Eiji’s face darkened upon hearing this: “Please don’t misunderstand, he has always been…more enthusiastic, brave, straightforward and impulsive.”

"Is he really just straightforward and impulsive?" Chief Inspector Nishikawa said sarcastically, "I think he understands the law quite well. He knows that the police can detain someone for 48 hours after arresting them before handing them over to our prosecution. With such an excellent subordinate, Inspector Watanabe is truly remarkable! No wonder he is the first Superintendent General of Police to be reappointed after the Cold War! He is in a high position, has the power and influence, and can win the hearts of the people. We prosecutors seem to have no face in front of this Inspector."

Faced with Chief Prosecutor Nishikawa's cunning and servile demeanor, Watanabe Eiji could only bow his head and meekly promise to reprimand him upon returning, ensuring that he wouldn't let him affect the close friendship between the prosecutors and police.

Chief of Staff Nishikawa then nodded, indicating that this wouldn't happen again. Besides, strictly speaking, Kashiwagi Jin hadn't done anything wrong and followed procedure; he was a good comrade, after all.
However, Uesugi Muneyuki and Watanabe Minami exchanged a glance.

Good heavens, Kashiwagi Jin has offended the District Attorney again!

How come this guy is even more explosive than me?

Suddenly, the image of the stunningly beautiful mixed-race woman, Meisa Kashiwagi, the former head of the Metropolitan Police Department, flashed into Uesugi Muneyuki's mind, and he couldn't help but smile bitterly.

Dude, do you know how outrageous you are?

(End of this chapter)