Tokyo Unnatural Forensics

Chapter 528, The Biggest and Most Evil Prank in History!
Asuka's appearance ignited the entire Fuji TV drama crew.

Kawaii!
Almost everyone present stared wide-eyed. Although most of them had seen Asuka before and witnessed the Sakuradamon hearing, this was the first time they had seen her in person!
Kawaii!!!
Everyone crowded around, which terrified Asuka. The girl quickly ran behind Uesugi Muneyuki, timidly tugging at the hem of his clothes, cautiously peeking out from behind him with half her bird head, looking around at the people with great vigilance.

But the girl didn't know that her action caused everyone's noses to constrict even more.

Kawaii!!!
"Hahahahahahahahahahaha~ It seems our Asuka is especially popular!" Mai-senpai laughed heartily at the sight. She pulled Asuka out from behind Uesugi Muneyuki and introduced her to everyone with a smile: "Although you all probably know her, this is Saito Asuka. She's a child that Muneyuki and I take care of together. We brought her here to play. Please take good care of her!"

"Please...please give me your guidance!" Asuka stood up straight, tucked her delicate legs together, and bowed deeply to everyone on set. With a jerk of her head, her long, smooth, silky hair slid down to the ground as she moved.

This girl was clearly well taken care of by Uesugi Muneyuki and Shirakawa Mai.

Everyone on set thought to themselves: How lucky they are to be noticed and taken care of by Uesugi Shiramas.

Meanwhile, Hirate Sarana, who was present at the scene, was somewhat displeased when she saw Saito Asuka's appearance. She hadn't originally intended to make a special trip to Izu, but unlike others, she was well aware that even members of parliament had to give face to Shirakawa Mai.

Hmph~ She is indeed very cute. No wonder she was the only one left on the family register and still managed to turn her life around. She does have some ability. I'll reluctantly become friends with you.

Hirate thought this to himself, so he took the initiative to come up and greet Asuka.

On the other side, Sakura's face was full of disappointment.

In Mai-like eyes, am I no longer there?
Is there no place for me in this family?

So, love really does fade? Mai-sama? Uesugi-san? Your adorable little Sakura needs your love too!
Just as Miyawaki Sakura was about to say something, a female assistant walked up to her. She glanced seriously at Uesugi Muneyuki and Shirakawa Mai, who were talking, and whispered, "Aren't you going to go up and say something? It'll be good for both of us."

Sakura glanced at her assistant with some fear and whispered a reply, "Yes."

After that incident, YKC48's management company laid off many employees and also hired many new ones.

And some of them were from that infamous organization—the Japanese Public Security Police!
Sakura's female assistant and another scheduler were unknowingly replaced by public security police. Their plan was to use Sakura's influence and top status in the 48 Group to investigate the deeper organization hidden behind YKC48 and even further. They also wanted to use her special relationship with Uesugi Shiroma to obtain their resources and help.

This made Sakura feel incredibly ashamed.

If Mai and Uesugi knew I was betraying them like this, would they turn me into cherry blossom sauce?

However, there's no turning back now!

This Sakura has been forced to have her picture taken and her file kept, turning her from a police informant into a secret undercover agent within the police force!

Miyawaki Sakura was truly on the verge of tears.

However, as the police paid more and more attention to her, there were some benefits. For example, the Japanese police provided her with "unspoken rules" protection, which allowed her to ignore the various unspoken rules of the entertainment industry. For instance, to give her some incentives, the police arranged for her to be a spokesperson for Shiseido and Nissin, and she also received more resources from television stations.

Is it a matter of having the best of both worlds or being caught in a dilemma?

Sakura chooses to accept the challenge! Even though she has become a pawn, doesn't being a pawn mean she has value to be used?

The first chapter of Sakura's Ambition, the Chapter of the Sun Wheel, has been completed!

Chapter Two: The Rising Dragon Chapter, a Grand Serialized Series!

"Okay, is that all? Thank you for your hard work."

Just then, a young man under 30 years old appeared next to Miyawaki Sakura, arousing her suspicion.

This man's real name is Zhou Xiao. He is half Chinese and was originally a comedian under Yoshimoto Kogyo. He had only been doing rakugo (traditional Japanese storytelling) for a few years and was only good enough to perform in theaters.

However, a month earlier, this man named Zhou Xiao was officially recognized as a relative by Congressman Suo Masao, who confirmed that he was his illegitimate son and officially changed his name to Suo Xiao. It is said that after Suo Ryohei was completely finished, he would inherit all of Suo Masao's power.

Naturally, things didn't go smoothly. It was difficult for such a hastily emerging heir to gain the approval of the faction immediately. However, Suoh Akira himself was a hardcore idol fan. Relying on his father's resources and influence, he tried his best to do things he couldn't do before, namely, to interact closely with his favorite idols.

Public Security Police, Uesugi Shiroma, Suo Akira, the darkness behind YKC48, the forces behind Hirate, Fuji TV.

Sakura realized that she had unknowingly been drawn into a terrible vortex.

Just then, Uesugi Muneyuki, Shirakawa Mai, and Saito Asuka, who had arrived at the waiting room, quickly noticed that Murahana-dono, who was sitting in the waiting room drinking tea, was a little impatient. Murahana-dono, who was wearing a heavy kimono that was out of season and enjoying the air conditioning, asked, "What exactly are you guys doing here?"

"It's nothing much, mainly praying at Izuyama Shrine, doing location shooting to advertise Shuzenji Onsen, and participating in the summer fireworks festival," Uesugi Muneyuki casually said. "Oh right, there will be a supernatural prank segment in the script, but it doesn't say what it is."

"Supernatural pranks? What are those?" Unexpectedly, the village belle became interested.

After absorbing Professor Zaizen, she seemed to have become different, and became more interested in the world of cockroaches.

Uesugi Muneyuki had no choice but to explain what "supernatural pranks" meant.

“That’s boring.” Murakawa-dono was quite disappointed after hearing this, but she quickly became more enthusiastic: “Uesugi, I order you to turn the tables on them.” “Huh?” Uesugi Muneyuki was stunned for a moment, but he quickly realized what she meant.

interesting!
What kind of supernatural thing is the show's production team doing?
Let them see what real paranormal phenomena are like!

Mai-senpai almost doubled over with laughter after hearing Uesugi Muneyuki and Arimura Hanajun's ideas, but she immediately realized the business opportunities and huge exposure involved. She couldn't help but slap Uesugi Muneyuki's shoulder hard, laughing so hard she was shaking: "Muneyuki, Kameyama-sama really should kowtow to you."

"With your approach, Fuji TV's number one viewership rating this year is secure once again."

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As night fell on the Izu Peninsula, the retro villa chosen by the program team appeared exceptionally tranquil under the searchlights, making it particularly suitable for "haunting."

The director of the "God's Hand" program hid behind the monitor, a smug smile playing on his lips. He imagined the national actress Mai Shirakawa, her face pale, rushing into her boyfriend's arms, and the Tokyo University forensic scientist Muneyuki Uesugi, trying to remain calm while breaking out in a cold sweat—the ratings were guaranteed!

Recording has officially begun.

Inside the villa's main hall, the camera's red light came on, casting a soft glow on the host, Reishi Tsutsumi's face.

Today, Fuji TV's leading lady was dressed in her signature business suit: a slightly light off-white linen-blend pantyhose that perfectly hugged her legs, and black patent leather pointed-toe heels that stood firmly on the sidewalk. She maintained a professional smile, her voice sweet with a deliberately crafted air of mystery.
"Welcome everyone to the Izu Special of 'The Hand of God'... Tonight, we will explore the tragic love story that has haunted this villa for a century... It is said that the dancer, Azami, who waited in vain for her lover's return, still lingers here to this day..."

Across from them, members of the Fuji TV program crew nodded in agreement.

Today's show is not complicated. Like many Japanese paranormal variety shows, they have set up the entire retro villa in advance. Various prepared paranormal phenomena will appear inside to make Uesugi and Shirama gradually feel uneasy, then become suspicious, and finally confirm that there is indeed something hidden in the villa. Finally, they will scare the two of them with a carefully designed ghost scene, and then the production team will rush in with a sign and shout "Prank successful!"
Tsutsumi recited her lines fluently and gave her introductions. She skillfully created the atmosphere and first recorded her own segment.

These kinds of paranormal prank shows are pre-recorded to introduce and remind viewers of the various "strange phenomena" that will occur, so that the audience is mentally prepared before Uesugi Shirama actually falls into the trap.

In the old, vintage villa, Tsutsumi moved slowly and carefully, the wooden floorboards creaking as she introduced the place and created an atmosphere, all the while imagining what she would say when she knocked on Uesugi's door that evening.

However, just as she passed a staircase, there was a dent in the tatami mat below, and Tsutsumi Reimi staggered and mispronounced a word.

"Hey~!"

Fuji TV's leading lady was startled. She quickly bowed her head and apologized, then looked at the production crew on set, asking with her eyes whether they should re-record the scene.
Sure enough, a clear, calm, slightly stern, and incredibly familiar female voice came from the production crew, ringing very close to her ear, and she could even feel a chill in it:

"Tsutsumi-chan! This time isn't good! Let's do it again!"

"Shìmìmài! Shìmìmài! I'll do it again right away. There's a small dent in the tatami mat here. I'll avoid it next time." Tsutsumi Reimi apologized subconsciously.

The voice continued, with the critical eye of a professional announcer: "Besides, the pause after 'hesitating' is too short, lacking suspense. You should take a deep breath and pause for at least half a second to build up the audience's anticipation. Your broadcasting level has declined."

"Private horse race private horse race!" Tsutsumi Remi was a little frustrated. After she became Fuji TV's leading lady and was often called upon by Uesugi Muneyuki, no one in the station dared to raise their voices to her. Who was this person who was so disrespectful?

"Tissa, although she's a bit harsh, she's right!" The program's director nodded repeatedly, thinking that although Tissa was good-looking and highly skilled, she had indeed become a bit arrogant lately. However, no one dared to criticize her. Now that someone dared to stand up and criticize her, it was excellent. He didn't have to offend anyone and could still achieve the desired effect: "This program is produced to the highest standard by our station, so please be on your guard!"

"Hey!" The audience roared in agreement. "God's Hand" was indeed Fuji TV's absolute flagship program, and President Kameyama had been personally involved in its production for a long time.

At this moment, the director and Tsutsumi Reimi suddenly realized that the voice sounded familiar!
By the way, who dared to reprimand our station's star anchor, Ti?

Everyone turned around.

Among the crew, a woman in a sharp business suit with a slightly furrowed brow appeared out of nowhere—it was the late Fuji TV news anchor, Mariko Hironaka!
She even had a clapperboard in her hand, her eyes as sharp as ever, staring at everyone with displeasure: "What are you looking at me for? Keep filming! If we don't get this sorted out soon, Uesugi Shirakawa will be back!"

"Hong... Hongzhong... senior?!"

The script cards in Tsutsumi's hand clattered to the floor, the color draining from her face instantly, her pupils dilating in extreme fear. A scream caught in her throat, turning into a comical "hoarse" sound.

"Hong, Hongzhong Sang???" The photographer on site asked in a trembling voice, almost crying.

"Hong, Hongzhong???" A chill ran from the director's tailbone to the top of his head. This part wasn't in the script.

"Who, who is it? Who arranged this? Me!"

The staff members who were in the know looked at each other in disbelief, their hair standing on end—they hadn't arranged for this "actor" at all!
Moreover, Mariko Hironaka's professional pickiness and that tone of voice are simply not something that can be acted out!

"Aa ...

"A ghost! Aa ...

"It's haunted! It's haunted! Aa ...

A series of eerie wails erupted from inside the vintage villa!
(End of this chapter)