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

Hattori Shizuka had a serious expression on her face.

Hattori Heizo snorted coldly in response to her words.

It seems—that's indeed the case!

He knew very well that the most important reason he was able to secure his position as department head was the help he received from Ginjiro Toyama. This was also the reason why the two had been close friends for so many years and why he was willing to truly treat the other as a friend, comrade-in-arms, and ally.

But alas!

The next generation of the Toyama family is a girl!

Although the marriage between Heiji Hattori and Kazuha Toyama would further strengthen the relationship between the two families, Kazuha Toyama's reluctance to join the Metropolitan Police Department means that the next generation of partners for Heiji Hattori will have to be chosen again.

Of course.

Even if Toyama and Kazuha were willing, this matter would not be accepted by everyone!

After all, you two entered the Metropolitan Police Department at the same time, and you both hold such important positions.

What are you Hattori family up to?

They also have to abide by the basic rules and unspoken rules!

but……

However, her own child's personality was hard to describe. Even after entering a law school, he hadn't made many close friends. After all, those who know Heiji Hattori's bad temper know what they're talking about.

To curry favor with the Hattori family?

I don't like it!

Those who are qualified to form an alliance with the Hattori family are all quite powerful; who would be willing to put up with his bad temper?

like……

The only family that could truly be accepted by the eldest son, and even become good friends with him, was the Kudo family in Tokyo.

But, damn it.

Why does it have to be the Kudo family?

If it were any other descendant, Hattori Heizo would have agreed long ago.

But alas!

After a helpless sigh, Hattori Heizo said with a sigh, "The other side is the Kudo family. Our family can't withstand it, and no one else will be willing to let the Kudo family take the position of Osaka's Chief of Criminal Investigation."

"This is truly a headache!" Hattori Shizuka sighed.

Hattori Heiji, however, was puzzled and couldn't help but ask, "What happened to the Kudo family?"

"You don't need to know that right now," Hattori Shizuka said calmly. "All you need to know is that the Kudo family's reputation is already infamous in our circle."

"Yusaku Kudo also wanted to join the Metropolitan Police Department back then, but he was secretly warned by certain people. Otherwise, do you think he would have wanted to become a novelist?"

"In short, this matter is very difficult to handle!"

"Even if the other party can offer resources that the Toyama family can trade, the Toyama family may not dare to agree to the deal."

"But, alas!"

"Heiji, what you said makes sense. You need a criminal investigation chief."

"Considering that both the Kudo father and son can study at the Teitan Academy, and especially since Shinichi Kudo is a junior, I think it's worth a try."

"Have Ginjiro agree to this first, and then spread the word about it on a small scale."

"Once the two families sit down and talk, and if no other family intervenes, then we can proceed with the deepest level of negotiations and transactions."

"If someone steps in to stop it, then this matter ends here."

"If we do that..."

"Not only have we fulfilled Heiji's wishes, but we've also given the Kudo family an opportunity. As for whether they can ultimately seize this opportunity, that's something the Kudo family needs to resolve."

A few words.

Hattori Heizo pondered for a moment, then finally nodded solemnly.

After a helpless sigh, he said, "That's all we can do. I'll talk to Ginjiro about it."

"Thank you, Dad!" Hattori Heiji said quickly.

He knew that since his father had spoken up, Uncle Yuanshan would definitely agree.

And, in response to this.

Hattori Heizo rolled his eyes: "You better not cause me any more trouble in the future. I hope this is the last time you mess things up. And you better stay away from the Metropolitan Police Department. I don't want to be ridiculed by them!"

Yes.

Putting aside the matter between Lin Mo and the Kudo family, just the fact that he was tricked by Phantom Thief Kid is enough to make the Metropolitan Police Department laugh their heads off, and the news has even reached the Osaka Police Department.

Hattori Heiji's mouth twitched.

Thinking about the Phantom Thief Kid incident, he's got a terrible headache right now!

But, damn it.

Who would have thought that a thief would have so much equipment on him, including a paraglider, tear gas, and smoke bombs? More importantly, the paraglider even had a small booster device.

But alas!

With a helpless sigh, Hattori Heiji had no choice but to speak.

"Okay, got it!"

"I will definitely not embarrass you in the future."

Followed by.

Hattori Heiji had his mother apply medicine and chatted with his parents for a while before finally returning to his room to rest.

but.

Although he got beaten up today, he was in a good mood.

After all, he finally managed to settle his promise to Shinichi Kudo tonight.

He immediately called Conan, briefly explained his parents' decision, and then couldn't help but ask, "Kudo, what exactly is going on in your family?"

"Why are my parents so wary? Whose ancestral graves did your family dig up before?"

Meanwhile, Conan was also completely bewildered on the other end of the phone.

Honestly...

He doesn't know either!

Conan didn't hide anything: "I really don't know. My parents didn't tell me. What's the result now?"

"My parents are willing to act as matchmakers, but since this is our first meeting, we won't be discussing any deals," Hattori Heiji sighed.

Then.

His tone became very serious: "My parents will spread the word and see if anyone will strongly oppose the first contact between the two families. If no one opposes it, the second transaction will proceed formally."

"The question is whether we can overcome this hurdle!"

"but……"

"Even if we can overcome this hurdle, it's only the first step. Now, tell me honestly, can your Kudo family offer any reliable trading resources?"

He was very worried about this.

after all……

This is the head of the criminal investigation department of the Osaka Police Department; he's not someone who can be replaced by ordinary resources.

He was afraid that after going through countless difficulties, the Kudo family would be finished if they couldn't come up with reliable resources.

"Don't worry, Hattori!"

"My father has already made preparations in this regard; the position will be changed to Cabinet Policy Coordinator."

"The details regarding money and such are still under discussion!"

Since Heiji Hattori was so direct, Conan naturally wouldn't hide anything from him either.

Of course.

There's no need to tell Hattori Heiji exactly how his father, Kudo Yusaku, obtained it.

Meanwhile, on the other side...

Heiji Hattori was somewhat surprised to hear these words.

"Alright, Kudo!"

"It seems your family has some resources; you even managed to offer this kind of position."

"This location isn't a big problem!"

"If the deal goes through in the future, this spot will probably be reserved for Kazuha."

Followed by.

After chatting briefly, Hattori Heiji hung up the phone and, enduring the excruciating pain, went to the living room again.

Yes!

Heiji Hattori really went all out for his best friend and brother.

"Dad, Mom, I called Shinichi Kudo."

"The Kudo family has brought out a good bargaining chip this time: the Cabinet's policy coordinator!"

Hattori Heiji spoke, and Hattori Heizo and Hattori Shizuka were also stunned.

Obviously.

They never expected that even in their decline, the Kudo family would still be able to offer such a bargaining chip.

Hattori Heizo nodded: "I'll go talk to Ginjiro tomorrow."