Detective Conan: Becoming a Zaibatsu - Starting with Joining the Winery

"Lin Mojun, thank you so much!"

"I took the time to look at the information about the Tomizawa family. I never expected that the Tomizawa family, which seemed peaceful on the surface, had so many rotten things going on behind the scenes."

"I'm not afraid to admit it, but actually, our Suzuki family intends for me to marry into the Tomizawa family."

"The reason for choosing the Tomizawa family is simple: at least within the zaibatsu circle, the Tomizawa family appears relatively clean and straightforward!"

"My eldest son, Tomizawa Taichi, is a novelist. Even though his path in the novel writing industry has been very winding, he is a calm and unassuming person who doesn't cause trouble."

"The second son, Tomizawa Tatsuji, is also a stable person. Even though his abilities are average, he rarely causes trouble outside. Among the spoiled brats, he is considered a good kid."

"My third son, Tomizawa Yuzo, whom I married, also dreamed of becoming a painter, and he was also kind and generous to others."

But, unexpectedly.

"So many filthy things are often hidden in the Tomizawa family's shadows."

"If I were to get engaged to Tomizawa Yuzo or even marry him, I can hardly imagine what my life would be like in the future."

Ayako Suzuki spoke softly.

She was indeed startled after seeing the intelligence report.

The situation was completely different from what she had imagined.

It's important to understand that the initial reason for wanting to form a marriage alliance with the Tomizawa family was essentially because the other family was clean and didn't have the messy history typical of wealthy families.

Once she marries him, the eldest son will let her write novels and pursue her dreams.

The second child can support him; it won't cost much anyway!

She could let her husband, Tomizawa Yuzo, focus on his art from now on; she was confident she could control the Tomizawa family and run it very well.

Having had the experience of managing the Suzuki family for a period of time, she felt that after marrying Tomizawa Yuzo, Tomizawa Tetsuji also promised to let the third son be the head of the family. A painter wouldn't compete with her for this position.

At that time...

With the entire Tomizawa family under her control, she didn't have to get caught up in internal power struggles and conflicts like other conglomerates. She could simply run the Tomizawa family business peacefully.

But—good heavens!

After reading the intelligence Lin Mo sent her, her worldview almost shattered.

The three children put on a good facade, but in reality, none of them were easy to deal with. In particular, the youngest brother, whom she almost married, was the most cunning, ruthless, and far-sighted of the three brothers.

Behind the scenes, there's also an illegitimate child!

If she were to marry into the family like this, would she still want to take control of the Tomizawa family?

Think more!

She couldn't even get past Tomizawa Yuzo!

fine……

Lin Mo sent over this information; otherwise, once the two families actually sit down to talk, or even after the engagement banquet is officially confirmed, it won't be as easy to back out as it is now.

and so.

She was truly grateful to Lin Mo!

If it weren't for Lin Mo's report, I might have really gotten myself into trouble.

And, in response to this.

Lin Mo narrowed his eyes, looking somewhat surprised.

He really didn't expect Ayako to be so direct, even bringing up the matter of a marriage alliance.

I'm an outsider, is it alright for you to say that?

but.

Although she had some doubts, she shrugged and said, "It's just a transaction. Miss Ayako, there's no need for thanks. I'm very satisfied with this deal."

Lin Mo was telling the truth; he was indeed quite satisfied!

After all, even setting aside his future plans, Sindora's shares alone would be enough to make him incredibly wealthy.

He truly admired the Suzuki family!

He wasn't stingy at all; whether he was trading with Ayako or with Shiro Suzuki, their generosity always surprised him.

This is also why, even though he noticed the Sakura Group had the Suzuki family's influence behind it, he ultimately chose to remain inactive.

Based on the Suzuki family's actions alone, he should turn a blind eye.

Willing to part with it!

You have to give up something to gain something!

In this respect, the Suzuki family did a perfect job that he couldn't find fault with.

It's no wonder that the Suzuki family has been able to develop so quickly and steadily, standing shoulder to shoulder with established zaibatsu in just half a century.

Hey!

Just then, Ayako suddenly sighed.

Seeing this, Lin Mo asked with some confusion, "Miss Ayako, is something on your mind?"

"The matter of the arranged marriage is giving me a headache," Ayako said, rubbing her temples.

She didn't hide anything from Lin Mo in front of her.

She didn't know why, but she still trusted Lin Mo completely.

The reason is simple!

Because Lin Mo doesn't pretend; he is what he is.

He wouldn't fawn over me, nor would he be overly polite, and the other party wasn't hypocritical either.

Say whatever you want.

Just like with Dunzi's case at the beginning, they didn't offer her any free help like ordinary people would because of her status. Instead, they offered a fair deal directly, and at first, they were even too lazy to accept the request...

At last.

It was only after I offered a high price that the other party finally made a purchase!

Moreover, after the cooperation was completed, they did not try to build relationships; on the contrary, they acted as if it was a fair and cooperative partnership.

Ayako felt very comfortable communicating with this kind of person.

therefore……

She poured out all her troubles to Lin Mo.

Lin Mo was also deeply moved after hearing this!

Ayako's worries were quite simple: she couldn't find a suitable husband.

The more reliable sons of various conglomerate families, like Kazuha Toyama and Heiji Hattori, are basically childhood sweethearts or betrothed when their children are very young.

Even if there is no arranged marriage between children, their first choice for marriage partners after they grow up is a family business partner!

The chaebol circle is only that big.

It is indeed difficult to find a good family for marriage alliance, and the Suzuki family has only been rising to prominence for a short time. They may have a few basic allies, but they don't have any trustworthy family friends or long-standing ties.

Especially since marriage alliances involve two families, this further narrows down the pool of choices!

Find an ordinary person?

Don't even think about it!

Unless someone like Sonoko is destined to take over the family business and therefore can only find a commoner to marry into, she is destined never to choose a commoner in her life.

"That makes sense, it is indeed difficult!"

"A marriage between two powerful families involves cooperation between the two families, and they must also consider people of similar age. More importantly, the person cannot be too useless or a spoiled brat..."

"It's really difficult!"

Lin Mo thought about it briefly and also found it quite a headache.

Of course.

He never thought about himself!

impossible.

Because the alliance represents a collaboration between two conglomerates, this is something that must be handled with great care!

ally?

Lin Mo doesn't need it!

Because he has a group of potential allies, and his family's future partners include the Karasuma Group, Gin, Rum, Vermouth, and others...

We're all in this together. When the dark organization is destroyed, we'll all be the closest allies!

The Suzuki family?

How can it help me?

Not to mention that he doesn't understand the Suzuki family's background, so he hasn't considered deepening cooperation with the Suzuki family at the moment!

Beauty?

There are many in this world, and quite a few of them have names and surnames in the original work.

Therefore, it's even less necessary!

As for what he said to Sonoko earlier?

Hehe!

He was just joking around; you can't take it seriously at all.