Tokyo Detective

Chapter 357 The Roadblock Dogs Defeated
Yes, the Superintendent General of Police is really going all out.

If this case goes wrong, not only will the other party become a laughing stock and be forced to retire, but even the person in charge, Naoki Hanyu, will be fired and may even face imprisonment.

"In short, this collaboration was very successful, and I don't want to let you down."

The convoy left the Capital Expressway bay and headed north, when the accident soon occurred.

Four fire trucks were seen coming from the opposite direction, blocking the convoy's path.

The fire truck fleet consists of two large pump trucks (for firefighting and water supply), one ladder truck (for rescuing people from high-rise buildings), and one rescue vehicle. This is a fire truck fleet of standard specifications for ordinary fires.

As the head of the third department of the First Investigation Division, Tatsuya Ota, acting as the lead officer, could only frown and negotiate with the other party first.

"Hello, I am Tatsuya Ota, the head of the Third Division of the First Investigation Division of the Metropolitan Police Department. We are currently on a mission and would appreciate it if you could give way."

The muscular, burly man at the head of the group got out of the car and asked curiously.

“Metropolitan Police Department, your convoy has at least several hundred people. When did the Metropolitan Police Department start operating in Chiba City on such a large scale? Oh, I forgot to introduce myself. I am Masama Motoki, the fire commander of the Inage Fire Station. We are on our way to the fire scene. Lives are at stake, so please let us through first.”

Ohta Tatsuya declined in a deep voice.

“Our mission also requires every second to be saved, and you are going against the flow.”

Masashi Motoki spread his hands.

"According to Articles 39 and 40 of Japan's Road Traffic Law, fire brigades are allowed to drive against traffic, run red lights, and speed in emergencies. I also had my red warning lights and sirens on the whole way, and I didn't violate any rules. I do, however, doubt whether your large-scale operation was approved by the government?"

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Upon hearing this, Ota Tatsuya gritted his teeth. Although he did not know the details of the mission, he realized that the other party was likely there to cause trouble. How could his hundreds of vehicles give way, while the other party only had four vehicles, making it easier for them to maneuver?

If this continues and obstructs passing vehicles, it could lead to widespread traffic jams, making it even more difficult for them to leave.

The thought of hundreds of people being stuck on the highway is terrifying, and the Metropolitan Police Department has lost all face.

Just then, Naoki Hanyu arrived with his men; he had already overheard the conversation.

"Hello, I am Naoki Hanyu, the person in charge of this mission."

Naoki Hanyu?

When Motoki Masama heard the name, his eyes turned sharp, making Hanyu Naoki sense strong hostility.

"Please tell me where the fire occurred."

"We have no obligation to tell you the details of the mission."

Naoki Hanyu smiled and suddenly gave an order over the walkie-talkie.

"Arrest this group of suspicious individuals, who appear to be from the fire department, immediately. They are obstructing official business."

The already tense firefighters were even more shocked, and as their leader, Masama Motoki, seeing that the police were really about to take action, quickly tried to stop them.

“This is my work ID. You can verify its authenticity. We were just doing our official duties. How did it become obstructing official business?”

Naoki Hanyu took the work pass and looked at it for a few moments before asking his subordinate to check the document.

"That's why I asked you about the location of the fire. You've deployed two large pump trucks, so it shouldn't be any other disaster, right? Tell me the location to prove your mission, otherwise I'd suspect you're deliberately causing trouble."

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Motoki Masashi was dumbfounded; the domineering attitude of the person in front of him was unprecedented.

As a member of the Sakura clan whose mother was also a member of the clan, he had naturally investigated the target's information carefully, but he never expected them to be so audacious.

"This is not in accordance with procedure."

"Stop giving me that nonsense, or I'll send people to arrest you if you don't tell me the location."

Masashi Motoki gritted his teeth and uttered an address.

“302 in the Meishu area”.

Naoki Hanyu directly instructed the command vehicle to have the technicians use the communication system.

"Contact the Chiba City Police Communications Command Headquarters. I need to know if there's an emergency number for Miki Ward, and also ask them to send someone to check for fires. Oh, and just call the Fire Department Communications Command Headquarters and ask if there are any emergency numbers for Chiba City during this period."

"Yes."

Unless there is the aforementioned intention, the communications command headquarters generally will not refuse this request.

Upon hearing this, Motoki Masama was greatly alarmed. He intended to return to the car to inform his superior, but was stopped by Hanyu Naoki grabbing his arm.

"You should stay where you are and wait."

The answer was finally obtained after 3 minutes.

Naoki Hanyu, bearing the title of Outlaw, exuded such an imposing aura that Masama Motoki tensed up.

"Motoki Mama, there is no fire in Miki Ward at all. No, I should say there is no fire in Chiba City at all in the past hour. So where are you going? What is the purpose of bringing four fire trucks? I highly suspect that your purpose is to block the road and obstruct official business."

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Motoki Masama swallowed hard in alarm.

"I might have made a mistake. Let's make way now."

"It's too late. Invite all the firefighters back for tea, and ask them why they were blocking the road when they come back."

"Yes."

The firefighters naturally wanted to resist, but faced with dozens of gun barrels, they had no choice but to surrender obediently, while Masama Motoki loudly questioned them.

"Naoki Hanyu, this is illegal. You have no right to arrest me. Let me go."

Naoki Hanyu smiled.

"I didn't say I was going to arrest you. I just asked you to assist with the investigation. Xia Shi, come and lend a hand."

"They're here." A fully armed policewoman with her face covered ran over; it was Senbon Natsumi, who was participating in the operation.

"Come on, let's push the fire truck to the side so it's not blocking the way."

"Clam?"

Senbon Natsumi was dumbfounded. Although she could lift things weighing more than a ton, fire trucks were not light. A fully loaded pump truck weighed more than 15 tons, and a ladder fire truck weighed more than 35 tons.

Of course, with the wheels helping, it doesn't take much force to shake it.

"Don't just stand there, come and help!"

With the combined effort of both arms, the fire truck was actually pushed with surprising ease, much to the astonishment of the police officers.

The two men then pushed the three fire trucks to the corner, while the heaviest ladder truck was moved to the edge.

The convoy continued on its way, and the two female reporters who were filming along the way were also surprised by the footage they captured.

Yoko Okita asked cautiously.

"Naoki, did the fire department not want you to go over there?"

"Yes, as you can see, the power behind the scenes is immense."

Yoko Okita looked worried upon hearing this. She had known the man in front of her for three years and they were considered good friends, but being involved in such a terrible case was truly frightening.

On the contrary, Sasaki Mashiro looked excited. This time, she had made the right bet. The appetizer was so exciting. Fire Department vs. Metropolitan Police Department. The rest is going to be amazing.

The convoy continued onward and soon encountered a second obstacle: a group of maritime defense soldiers, numbering in the dozens.

Naoki Hanyu cursed under his breath when he saw this.

“There really are people from the defense force. There are no defense forces stationed in Chiba City, so where did these roadblock dogs come from?”

Regardless of Naoki Hanyu's objections, he still went over to negotiate.

"Hello, I am Naoki Hanyu from the First Investigation Division of the Metropolitan Police Department. I am on a mission and hope you can let me pass."

If this bridge weren't the only way to cross the road, he would have wanted to change his route.

A soldier with the rank insignia of Lieutenant Colonel (Second Class) came forward to handle the negotiations.

"Hello, I am Yu Chuanlongjian, deputy commander of the Chuanqiao base. We are also on official business. If you want to pass, you must go through the inspection."

"May I know about your mission?"

Yu Chuanlong refused.

"No, that's a military secret."

"I never imagined that the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force at Funabashi Base would not only go ashore, but also get involved in other matters."

Yu Chuanlong remained unmoved by the mockery and continued to speak expressionlessly.

"Please cooperate if you want it to pass."

Funabashi Base is one of the important auxiliary bases of the Japan Maritime Defense Force. The base has 300 naval personnel, equipped with minesweepers and patrol boats, as well as ocean observation ships. Its main tasks are to carry out surveillance, minesweeping and logistical support in Tokyo Bay and the surrounding waters.

But this thing is based in Funabashi City, which is next to Chiba City, and it's a joke that a Marine Self-Defense Force would come ashore to stop people.

It's really difficult to deal with people who don't want to break ties, since this thing belongs to the Yokosuka Regional Team.

However, just because the head of the National Police Agency's Security Bureau is unwilling to break off relations doesn't mean that Naoki Hanyu is unwilling.

Naoki Hanyu made a phone call right in front of Ryuuma Yukawa, and the content of the conversation made Ryuuma Yukawa's expression freeze.

"Minister Kitada, hello. I am Naoki Hanyu. Do you remember me?"

"Oh, it's Yuzuru. What's up? You've decided to work at the Ministry of Defense? The position of Vice Director of the Inspection Headquarters is waiting for you."

Yukawa Ryūma finally couldn't hold back any longer. Which minister has the surname Kitada? Only the Minister of Defense has that surname.

The policeman in front of him had managed to become the deputy head of the Inspection Headquarters after switching jobs, a position that put him under the control of the police.

If you offend the Inspection Headquarters in the Ministry of Defense, your future will be tough; offending the minister and deputy minister means you're not far from retirement.

Naoki Hanyu laughed.

"I am very grateful for your appreciation, Minister. However, we are disturbing you because we are on a mission in Chiba City and have been stopped by the defense force of Funabashi Base at Changchun Bridge."

As Naoki Hanyu finished recounting what had happened, Shinji Kitada frowned. He had also heard rumors that the police department was investigating the Sakura family. He hadn't planned to get involved, but someone had called him about it.

Kitada Shinji was displeased. This kid was so tactless. Just as he was about to make up an excuse to hang up, Hanyu Naoki dropped a bombshell.

"My task this time is for the TV station to film the entire process, which has just started to switch to live broadcasting."

"live streaming?"

"Yes, the defense force's performance will be on camera, regardless of any conflicts or anything else."

After some hesitation, Kitada Shinji called the Yokosuka Regional Police. He didn't want the Ministry of Defense to get involved and drag him into trouble, otherwise he might have to make a second dogeza (a traditional Japanese obeisance).

"I understand."

After hanging up the phone, Naoki Hanyu stood there quietly watching the anxious Ryuji Yukawa. A few minutes later, another call came in. Shinji Kitada answered, his expression changed slightly, and then he directed the team to leave.

Naoki Hanyu narrowed his eyes as he watched the military vehicle leave; he wasn't about to let it go so easily.

"keep going."

"Yes."

With two obstacles cleared in a row, the Sakura clan finally felt some pressure.

(End of this chapter)