The Peninsula chaebol started by rescuing Samsung's little princess.

The Western restaurant at the Rakuten City Hotel Kinshicho in Neon Tokyo is located just 1.5 kilometers from Tokyo Skytree, and can be seen through the windows.

"I see!"

Snowflakes danced in Tokyo in December.

Standing on the restaurant balcony, gazing at the Tokyo Skytree in the distance, Shin Dong-joo gave a curt reply before hanging up the phone.

He shook off the snowflakes, his expression returned to normal, and he returned to the restaurant with a smile.

Unlike the desolate balcony, the dining room was filled with joy and laughter.

Not only were Shin Dong-joo's family present, but also Shin Young-ja's family, and sitting in the main seat was Shin Geuk-ho, who was over ninety years old.

As the saying goes, good people don't live long, while bad people live for a thousand years!

The man before me, Shin Kyuk-ho, had eye bags bigger than his eyes, and wrinkles so deep they could trap a mosquito, yet he just wouldn't die.

"Father, I'm sorry, I had to go out to answer a phone call!"

Shin Dong-joo is now over sixty years old, but he still treats Shin Kyuk-ho with great respect.

"What happened?"

Seeing Shin Dong-joo's expression, Shin Kyuk-ho knew something was wrong.

"I just received word from the Seoul Prosecutor's Office that they are preparing to indict my brother internally!"

"What happened to Shin Dong-bin?"

Upon hearing that it involved the Seoul Prosecutor's Office, Shin Kyuk-ho couldn't help but express his surprise.

"As you know, Shin Dong-bin has been supporting Hye-ja for the past two years. Now that Hye-ja has fallen from power, they naturally want to take revenge on Lotte Group!"

This time they arrested Yang Hyun-seok, who supposedly provided a list, and Shin Dong-bin was on that list!

"You mean, they want to use this as a pretext to suppress Lotte?"

Although Shin Kyuk-ho was old, he was not senile and immediately realized the seriousness of the matter.

In his view, what's the problem with just playing around with a few women?

He's been playing around with women his whole life, and nothing's ever happened to him!

However, if someone uses this incident as an excuse to make a big deal out of it, then the nature of the matter changes.

Especially if this person is from the government, then they have enough power to investigate you and find out other problems with you!

On the Korean Peninsula, and even worldwide, no company can withstand scrutiny.

Even if you can be 100% legal, the government only needs to enact a new law and you will still be breaking the law!

Moreover, what about a conglomerate like Lotte that straddles two boats?

"Call Dongbin and ask how to handle this!"

However, Shin Dongju did not obey Shin Kyuk-ho's orders this time.

He grabbed Shin Geuk-ho's arm and said, "Father, do you think Attorney Wen will let his brother, who is opposing him, go unpunished?"

"What do you mean?"

Hearing his eldest son's tone, he couldn't help but sense that there was something more to his words.

"You've spent most of the last two years in Japan, so you might not be very familiar with the situation in Seoul!"

Two years ago, Shin Dong-joo and his sister Shin Young-ja brought Shin Geuk-ho to Japan for a short stay, and before long, the short stay turned into a permanent stay.

Speaking of which, although Singh Ho is from the Korean Peninsula, he is a spiritual Neon.

After all, his rise to prominence and glory all began in Japan, and the hardships he endured as a child on the peninsula are still deeply etched in his memory.

Therefore, apart from necessary company matters, he spent most of his time living in Japan during this period.

"Attorney Moon's policy is to suppress the chaebols, and his original target was Samsung."

But Lee Kun-hee was quite decisive. He not only sent the son of lawyer Moon to prison, but also promoted Lee Boo-jin, who was close to lawyer Moon, to inherit the group. This undoubtedly saved Samsung!

Having lost his target, Attorney Wen naturally turned his attention to the next target, and it seems that target is none other than Lotte!

Listening to Shin Dong-joo's account, Shin Kyuk-ho realized that the matter seemed to be more serious than he had imagined.

If the other party really intends to make an example of someone, the entire group will likely suffer significant damage.

In addition, unlike other conglomerates, which are mostly industrial, they can earn foreign exchange abroad.

Lotte Group is mostly involved in real estate and retail, which, while providing many jobs, lacks core competitiveness.

Given Lotte's neon background, it seems that if Attorney Moon were to target a chaebol, Lotte would undoubtedly be the best choice.

Even given the nature of other conglomerates, they would not only not feel sorry for the fallen, but would applaud and cheer for Lotte's downfall.

Realizing the seriousness of the situation, Shin Kyuk-ho asked Shin Dong-joo, "What's your plan?"

This time, Master Xin did not answer immediately, but remained silent for a moment before saying:

"I think we can try what Lee Kun-hee did!"

"You mean, you want your brother to step down?"

Upon hearing this, Shin Geuk-ho couldn't help but look at Shin Dong-joo, a hint of suspicion rising in his heart.

He began to doubt his eldest son's motives: was he truly concerned for Lotte, or was he simply trying to cause internal strife?

"Letting him step down temporarily is protecting him; it's better than sending him to prison, right?"

"You're still in good health. You can manage for a few more years, and then find your brother after Attorney Wen steps down!"

Don't be fooled by the seemingly plausible words of Master Xin. What bad intentions could he possibly have? Of course, he's eyeing the Lotte Group!

Shin Kyuk-ho is getting old, and he is no longer able to manage many things in the company properly.

Once Shin Dong-bin steps down, the only person he can rely on these past few years will be himself. At that time, he can easily control both Lotte Group entities by holding the emperor hostage.

All I need to do is secretly cultivate my own confidants. When Shin Dong-bin returns, he will find that the entire Lotte World belongs to me!

By then, it would be better if his father died; even if he lived, his father wouldn't be able to do anything to him.

"Dad, I think what the boss said makes sense. Seoul is a hot spot right now, so it's not a bad thing to let Dongbin stay out of the limelight for a while."

At this moment, Xin Yingzi, who had been listening attentively to the two of them, also made a suggestion.

In the past two years, she and Xin Dongzhu have secretly formed an alliance, so naturally she wanted to make this happen.

"In that case... alright!"

Seeing that both of his children were trying to persuade him, after some thought, Shin Kyuk-ho finally decided to agree.

That's just how people are; even the most powerful and ruthless tyrants eventually become easily swayed in their later years.

Physical weakness makes it difficult for him, no matter how strong his heart is, to do certain things.

How could Shin Kyuk-ho not know Shin Dong-joo and Shin Young-ja's ulterior motives?

He certainly knew, but could he stop it?

It's almost impossible!

After all, given his current physical condition, he still relies on his two "good children"!

"Father, you will be grateful for your decision in the future! Let's raise a glass to you!"

Upon hearing that Shin Kyuk-ho had agreed, Shin Dong-joo was overjoyed, and his hand trembled slightly as he raised his glass.

He had been waiting for this moment for so long, and now it had finally come!

"Respect to my father!"

Xin Yingzi immediately echoed.

According to her agreement with Xin Dongzhu, she was going to receive a large sum of money, otherwise why would she be so enthusiastic?

For a moment, the whole restaurant was filled with joy and harmony, as if they were truly a loving family.

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Late at night, in a villa in Seoul, Shin Dong-bin, though old in years, was still working tirelessly.

"President, this won't do!"

"What do you mean 'can't do'? Who are you calling incapable? You should look for the problem within yourself!"

"Either get out of here now, or you'd better figure something out!"

As he spoke, a crisp "snap" sound was heard in the dark bedroom.

Then the conversation stopped, and a rustling sound started again, like eating ice cream.

Just as the crucial moment was about to arrive, the phone suddenly rang.

In the darkness, he picked up his phone from the bedside table, which illuminated Shin Dong-bin's face.

He had originally intended to hang up, but when he saw that it was his mother, Hatsuko Shigemitsu, calling, he ultimately decided to answer.

"Moshi moshi, Okasan! Why aren't you asleep yet so late?"

"Zhaofu (Shin Dongbin's Japanese name), something terrible has happened!"

My mother's voice came through the phone.

Seeing this, Xin Dongbin frowned and paused his work, saying to his mother, "Mother, please tell me slowly, what happened?"

"Your father wants to remove you from your position!"

"What?"

Shin Dong-bin was completely astonished; he couldn't believe his ears.

"Mother, are you sure? You can't be joking about this."

"It's true. Your father had dinner with your sister and brother tonight, but I wasn't there. My person, who was planted next to your father, told me this, and it will be relayed to the board of directors of Lotte Group in Seoul first thing tomorrow morning!"

"Damn Master Xin!"

It took Shin Dong-bin only a moment to guess who the culprit was.

What are your plans now?

"Mother, I need your help!"

"Of course, I'll always be on your side!"

Compared to her eldest son, Hatsuko Shigemitsu favored her youngest son more.

"Since Father and Elder Brother are so heartless, don't blame me for being ruthless in return!"

Shin Dong-bin gripped his phone tightly and said fiercely.