Tokyo Detective

Chapter 466 The Election Battle: Arrest of Akimoto Shingen?

Fortunately, there was an older generation member, Akimoto Shingen, who pretended to cough twice.

“Zhenzi, look at what you’re saying. Young people can choose to date freely. There are plenty of people in their 30s who are not married or have children. Give them more time, as long as they are not childless.”

“Father, Yaji and I also fell in love freely.”

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Shingen Akimoto immediately shut up, because he couldn't be sure whether his son had chosen a romantic relationship.

Masaharu Akimoto wanted to argue, but he didn't dare to speak, otherwise his wife would definitely break his back tonight. He wasn't his wife's kendo master; he was just an ordinary 50-year-old who was already past his prime.

But speaking of free love, was he one back then?

It seems so, but it also seems so. He was the one who was pursued, and at that time he felt that Akimoto Mako was too rude and not suitable for him. He thought he should wait until Mako's personality improved before making a decision.

But someone couldn't wait, so they kidnapped him on that dark and stormy night, like a demon king kidnapping a princess. Afterwards, the person even went to her father while pregnant and demanded that he take responsibility.

"I asked in a sweet voice," said Akimoto Mako.

"Honey, do you think we're in a free-love relationship?"

"Of course."

Seeing that she had subdued everyone present, Akimoto Mako immediately launched another attack on Hanyu Naoki.

"Naoki, when do you plan to marry Seiko? You've been dating for three years."

Naoki Hanyu looked at Seiko Akimoto. To be honest, besides love, he also felt a little guilty towards Seiko Akimoto.

He didn't mention marriage because he was a womanizer, but Akimoto Seiko was understanding and even willing to cooperate. What more could a husband ask for than a woman who could tolerate everything?

If I say I'm unwilling now, without considering that this will just drag on, what will the Holy Son think?
Although it's a bit selfish, he just doesn't want to lose Akimoto Seiko. Hmm, Fujiwara Mai, his apprentice, counts as half, and Ryoko counts as half too? And...
Naoki Hanyu almost slapped himself; the more he thought about it, the more people there seemed to be.

Naoki Hanyu took a deep breath and said.

"Holy Son, how about we get engaged this year?"

"No, I might not get married either."

The sudden and decisive refusal stunned everyone present. Akimoto Mako was initially incredulous, as she was doing all this for her daughter's future, yet Akimoto Seiko refused.

Mako Akimoto slammed her hand on the table to reprimand her daughter again, but stopped when her daughter asked her a question.

"Mother, what is my position?"

"Head of the First Investigation Division."

“Yes, after I was promoted to police superintendent, Naoki said he wanted me to be the head of the First Investigation Division. He is the head of the Criminal Investigation Department.”

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Masaharu Akimoto quickly realized something.

“Mako, Seiko will be the head of the First Investigation Division in the future, and Naoki is the head of the Criminal Investigation Department. Don’t you know why? It’s because of the National Police Agency’s ‘Ethics Regulations for Civil Servants’.”

"Ethical Regulations for Civil Servants?"

Mako Akimoto finally realized the reasons behind her husband and daughter's actions.

The Civil Servant Ethics Code requires that business decisions involving spouses must be proactively reported and the employee recused. The two parties must not have a direct superior-subordinate relationship or serve in the same key department. If so, one party will usually be transferred to a department with no business connection, such as a research position or a local branch.

Even if Seiko Akimoto were to hold a high-ranking position in the same criminal investigation department, she would still have to avoid suspicion if she were to marry him. Therefore, if Seiko Akimoto were to marry him, her career as a detective would come to an end.

After all, the public criticism triggered by the "familialization of power" in Japan is very serious and unavoidable.

Akimoto Mako was unable to help her daughter choose between a career and starting a family, and could only sigh and give up. It seems that seeing her daughter get married in the short term is impossible.

However, Akimoto Mako is not completely giving up; she would accept it as long as the two have offspring.
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That evening, after taking a shower, Naoki Hanyu climbed into bed and embraced Seiko Akimoto, who was reading a book, pressing his head against her ample bosom.

"Holy Son, I love you."

Seiko Akimoto put down her book and looked at the man who had become childish.

"I'm only thinking of myself, you don't need to thank me."

"I have no thanks, I'm just expressing my thoughts."

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The room fell silent again. Akimoto Seiko's eyebrows twitched slightly because someone had become restless and had even put their hand inside.

Soon, Seiko Akimoto could no longer ignore it.

"I need to review the material for next month's exam."

Naoki Hanyu raised his head.

"You do your thing, I'm busy with mine."

Akimoto Seiko put down her book and glared at the other person. "Your shrewish behavior makes it impossible for me to read in peace?"
The next morning, as the voting window drew closer, the political scene was suddenly shaken as Shingen Akimoto suddenly submitted a written application to leave the party. This kind of thing doesn't require party approval; a simple statement is enough.

This behavior is quite remarkable. Firstly, with a major battle looming, Akimoto Shingen actually defected to the enemy.

Our general has been reduced by one, while the enemy's general has been increased by one, meaning the gap between the two sides has widened to two. What are our teammates thinking now? It's very demoralizing.

Moreover, who is Shingen Akimoto? He's Naoki Hanyu's future father-in-law, and even his position as a member of parliament was secured with someone's help.

Therefore, Shingen Akimoto's actions also prove someone's attitude, and interim Prime Minister Ryota Morinaga has made new moves.

Those who refuse to be won over and even try to turn him against him must be dealt with severely.
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That afternoon, Shingen Akimoto had just finished campaigning at home when the doorbell rang. As Mako Akimoto was about to open the door, her expression quickly turned serious, realizing that something was wrong with the person who came in.

The group consisted of more than ten men in suits and ties, who exuded an extraordinary air about them.

Mako Akimoto, a former head of the anti-gang division, had a guess: was the other party a detective? A police officer? Or the worst kind?
The local prosecutor's office has a special investigation department.

Akimoto Mako dialed her father-in-law's number on her cell phone, put the phone in her bag, and then asked the group through the door, "Who are you?"

The man in the suit produced a search warrant.

"We are from the Yokohama Special Investigation Department. We need to search Shingen Akimoto's residence because he is suspected of making illegal donations during his time as a member of parliament. Please open the door."

Akimoto Mako is no ordinary woman, and she immediately raised questions.

"Special Investigation Department personnel, if you have evidence, why don't you just show the arrest warrant directly, instead of the search warrant?"

The squad leader of the Special Investigations Department remained silent with a cold expression. The difficulty of applying for an arrest warrant and a search warrant is different, and the consequences of a failed operation are also very different, so he decided not to answer.

"Ms. Akimoto, it would be best if you opened the door. According to the rules, we have already informed you that if you refuse to cooperate, we can take further legal steps. The entire process will be filmed by reporters from the Japan Broadcasting Corporation."

When Akimoto Mako saw that there were indeed people carrying cameras, her expression changed slightly. These people had come prepared. As long as the search results were broadcast, regardless of whether they were convicted or not, it would affect her father-in-law's election as a member of parliament.

The special search squad leader raised his finger.

"If you don't open the door after I count to 10, I'll consider it a refusal to cooperate. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8"

"I'll drive."

When she counted to 8, Akimoto Mako slowly opened the door, lingered for a few seconds, and let a group of people in.

"The special investigation team leader said coldly."

Thank you for your cooperation.

Soon, the head of the special investigation team arrived at the house with his men and met with Shingen Akimoto, who was sitting calmly on the sofa.

“Congressman Akimoto, this is a search warrant. You are suspected of illegal fundraising, and we need to conduct a search of you. Please cooperate.”

Shingen Akimoto stood up and patted his butt.

"I have a clear conscience and of course I will cooperate. However, you still chose a good time. You should know that there are still two days before the vote. Isn't the unspoken rule that candidates should not be disturbed 72 hours before the vote?"

Shingen Akimoto said this to the camera.

"Remember to broadcast what I say. I have a lot of surveillance cameras at home that are uploaded to the cloud. If you dare to cut it, I'll make trouble for you."

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The photographer was genuinely a little intimidated by the old man's fierce gaze.

"We will play the entire video without any editing."

"That's good."

The special investigation team leader looked rather grim. The former police officer and councilor in front of him was indeed difficult to deal with. Usually, when councilors were confronted by them with a search warrant, they would panic and not think of fighting back. It seemed that this perfect operation was going to be a bit troublesome.

As for why Shingen Akimoto said the timing was just right, it's because it's before the general election, the House of Representatives has not yet been dissolved and reorganized, and the judicial immunity of members of parliament is temporarily invalid during this period.

Normally, if the Special Investigation Department wants to arrest a member of parliament, it needs the approval of the parliament to which the member belongs; otherwise, it cannot make an arrest. Even if the member is arrested on the spot during the crime, it must report to the parliament afterwards. If the parliament does not agree, the case will be difficult to proceed.

Therefore, arresting a member of parliament at this time does not require parliamentary approval.

The so-called 72 hours is the election freeze period. The Special Investigation Department usually avoids arresting candidates within 72 hours before the election to avoid being accused of "interfering in the election".
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Thirty minutes later, the Special Investigation Department, under full surveillance, still uttered the same words.

"We've found the evidence."

The squad leader of the Special Investigation Department approached Shingen Akimoto, who was watching television.

"We have found suspected criminal evidence. Please come back with us to assist in the investigation."

Shingen Akimoto still did not get up.

"It's impossible for me to assist in the investigation. I'll wait for you to go back and apply for an arrest warrant to arrest me."

The special investigation team leader's eyes were filled with coldness, and the other prosecutors also gathered around. Even the photographer took the opportunity to move the camera away.

"I hope you will cooperate."

“I have the right to refuse. Go get the arrest warrant and come back.”

In this way, more than a dozen burly men surrounded an elderly man who was almost 80 years old.

Just then, something unexpected happened. A group of fierce-looking men walked in, who looked like gang members, and the burly man at the head shouted loudly.

"What are you bastards doing surrounding my master? Don't you know he's an old man who's not even 90 years old?"

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Shingen Akimoto's previously stern face broke into a smile.

"Kichima, what brings you here?"

The man named Kiryu Kazuma patted his head.

"I originally planned to bring my men here to receive instruction from you, after all, you are a legendary ace detective."

The squad leader of the special investigation department looked at the man whose arms were thicker than his thighs, and his expression turned somewhat unpleasant.

"Chief Kiryu, are you planning to obstruct our Special Investigations Department's investigation?"

Kiryu Kazuma also had a cold look in his eyes.

"I don't know what case you're handling, I only know that you're pushing and shoving an old man who's not even 100 years old."

“We did not push or shove.”

"Then we won't deny the encirclement. What do you want to do? Illegal detention?"

Kazuma Kiryu, 50 years old, is the newly appointed head of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Kanagawa Prefectural Police Headquarters, holding the rank of Superintendent General.

(End of this chapter)