Tokyo Three Generations

Seeing that the other party was not wary of him, Saito Hideki finally breathed a sigh of relief.

It seems she thought she changed her appearance just to avoid revealing her profession... then it's fine.

"I just can't do anything with you..." He shrugged, then looked at Ningning with doting eyes. "Alright, how about a bottle of Dom Pérignon? That should make you happy, right?"

"Of course~ Thank you, Saito-san!" Nene's eyebrows seemed to curve into a smile, then she turned to the waiter in the black uniform, "A bottle of Dom Pérignon, please~"

Saito Hideki appeared cheerful on the surface, but inwardly he was feeling the pinch.

A bottle of Dom Pérignon is worth around 10 yuan. Although the income of a civil servant is not low, he is still just a wage earner. It is really a bit painful for him to buy such an expensive wine.

However, people like Hiroshi Takasaki can, on a whim, build a champagne tower with the finest champagne... "splurging" is really not an adjective for them.

Only tax thieves and corporate executives who can get reimbursed through public relations expenses would be so careless about prices and squander money recklessly.

Thinking about this, his disgust for Takasaki Hiroshi deepened even further.

The wine was quickly served, and the bartender skillfully opened it and filled two glasses. Saito Hideki and Nene picked up their glasses and clinked them together.

"Cheers~" Amid Ningning's cheers, the two quickly finished their drinks.

Saito Hideki had already had a little to drink, and this time he was even more intoxicated. He remembered his original purpose for coming here, so he didn't drink anymore and instead focused his attention on the mission.

After this interaction between himself and Ningning, a lot of time has already passed. If he drags it out any longer, Gao Qihao will leave soon, and he may miss this rare opportunity.

I want to have a cigarette.

As Saito Hideki pondered, he took a cigarette out of his pocket.

Saito Hideki had an upright work attitude, was honest and upright, and had no bad habits, except for one thing—due to his long hours of paperwork, he had a slight smoking habit. Although the addiction was not serious, he would smoke one or two cigarettes whenever he was physically or mentally exhausted or upset.

This time, smoking a cigarette was not only a way to clear his mind, but also a cover.

In nightclubs, due to the large crowds and the fact that drinks are easily ignited, smoking is generally prohibited in the booths. You have to go to a designated room or the rooftop to smoke.

Sure enough, after he said that, Ningning immediately stood up understandingly and said, "Okay, then come with me."

Then, she led Saito Hideki to a special smoking room.

At that moment, Ningning casually picked up a lighter from the side and lit his cigarette for him.

Saito Hideki took a deep breath, then exhaled.

The pungent smell of smoke filled the air, and Ningning frowned slightly, but managed to conceal it well.

"Saito-san, please rest and relax here. I'll wait for you outside~" She bowed slightly and bid farewell to Saito Hideki.

After Nene left, Saito Hideki silently smoked a cigarette. After finishing one, he felt that the time was right.

So he pushed open the door and walked out of the room.

Now that no one is paying attention to him, he can move around freely, and even if someone notices him wandering around, he can make excuses such as being drunk and confused or looking for a restroom.

He moved slowly with slightly unsteady steps to the corridor where Takasaki Hiroshi had just disappeared.

There were several rooms in the corridor, and all of them had their doors tightly closed, so he couldn't be sure which room Takasaki Hiroshi was in.

Moreover, Takasaki Hiroshi may have already "finished," as there was no sound from any of the rooms at this moment.

Such a good opportunity is rare, but in the end, are we going to gain nothing? In this situation, Saito Hideki couldn't help but feel a little anxious.

There are many people here, and soon someone will realize that something is wrong with them, which means that they don't have much time left.

He tried to suppress his anxiety and nervousness, and took a few more steps into the corridor, pretending to be unable to hold his liquor and about to pass out.

Just then, a sharp, angry roar came from one of the rooms.

The sound was somewhat distorted due to the door blocking it, but it was still clear that it sounded like the voice of Luna, the madam here.

She appeared to be on the phone, and scolding someone.

"I don't care what your reasons are, just get the money back as soon as possible!"

Saito Hideki overheard a few words, though he could only vaguely make out what she was saying. It seemed she was discussing with some investment advisor, requesting to redeem her funds as soon as possible.

Although the amount of information was insufficient, it was still a ray of light in the darkness for him.

Funds, or stocks?

Could it be that they were secretly trading stocks, or to put it more bluntly, engaging in insider trading?

Hideki Saito was not surprised by this, after all, many of the economic cases he had handled involved insider trading in stocks.

Besides, it would be strange if someone like Hiroshi Takasaki didn't do these things.

This might be a breakthrough.

If the boss's account has any related or improper transactions, then her information can only come from her major benefactor, Takasaki Hiroshi.

If he can prove this, then formal legal proceedings can begin against Hiroshi Takasaki.

Then we can investigate and interrogate the relevant personnel.

Of course, things won't be as easy as we imagine, but at least it's a clear path, which is better than groping in the dark.

The thought of this made him excited.

At that moment, Saito Hideki heard voices and footsteps coming from not far behind him.

He had wanted to listen a little longer, but now he had no choice but to give up.

With a physique that a drunkard could not possibly possess, he quickly left the area and returned to the smoking room he had just been in.

The long-term perseverance seems to have finally paid off.

"What's wrong, Saito-san? Does smoking a cigarette make you this happy?" Nene teased him with a smile when they returned to each other.

"Yeah, having one when you're in a bad mood is the best way to cheer yourself up," Saito Hideki replied with a smile. "Nene, I'm sorry, that's enough for today. I have to go back now. See you next time."

"See you next time~" Ningning waved enthusiastically at him immediately, then gazed at him adoringly like a little fangirl, "Ningning, I'll always be waiting for you~"

You're waiting for me, but there are too many people you're waiting for... Saito Hideki sighed inwardly.

This kind of superficial act really didn't suit him; he missed his cramped, ink-scented office cubicle piled high with documents.

130, Father and Son's Understanding

At this moment, Hiroshi Takasaki was unaware that he had secretly become the prey of the state authorities. After spending some time with Luna, he took a nice nap and didn't wake up until night.

When he opened his eyes, Luna, who had been guarding him, immediately leaned down and pressed herself against him.

"Sir, you're awake."

"Mmm, that feels so much better..." Hiroshi Takasaki yawned contentedly, got up from the sofa, and stretched. "Every time I come here, I feel refreshed and relaxed, as if I've become younger."

"It's my duty to bring you joy..." Luna bowed to him with a flattering smile.

"Good girl." Takasaki Hiroshi smiled and nodded. Regardless of whether she was sincere or not, she had given him the emotional support he deserved, which made all the years of nurturing her worthwhile.

Then, Luna picked up his coat, carefully put it on him, and then asked.

"Will you be staying for dinner tonight?"

"No, I'll just go home and eat." Takasaki Hiroshi waved his hand. "Because of all this trouble lately, things aren't going very well at home, so I have to put on a show."

"Is Madam still angry?" Luna asked cautiously. "I'm so sorry to have troubled you!"

Driven by a competitive spirit, Luna actually disliked Takasaki Mio, that "first wife," to some extent.

However, she was also well aware that the two sides were not on equal footing at all, and did not even have the right to be compared, so she had no intention of fighting with the lady.

To put it bluntly, even if Mrs. Mio suddenly died one day, it wouldn't be my turn to become Mrs. Mio.

Since it was impossible for her to rise to a higher position, she didn't have any unrealistic expectations. She just needed the other party to tolerate her existence.

"She's still the same as always, with the same temper. What trouble is there?" Takasaki Hiroshi shrugged. "And don't worry, she doesn't mean to target you. As long as you don't cause trouble, she won't do anything to you."

"That's wonderful." Luna breathed a sigh of relief. "Don't worry, I will continue to treat you as I always have and will not cause you any trouble."

By this time, Hiroshi Takasaki had put his suit jacket back on, and Luna had even straightened his slightly disheveled trouser legs.

After finishing tidying up, she looked up at her big spender.

Although he was over forty years old and his temples were inevitably a little gray, he was neither bald nor had a big belly, and his face still showed the charm of his former playboy days.

To this day, she doesn't have much romantic love for Takasaki Hiroshi, but she does feel grateful for his "kindness in recognizing her talent" and admires him to some extent.

Being able to find such a "patron," even though he's a bit older, is good-looking, has status, and is willing to spend money; compared to his peers, he's already much luckier.

I just don't know how long this good fortune will last.

Although Luna wasn't very educated, she understood the principle that beauty fades and love wanes. She knew that one day she would be abandoned by this man—something that happened almost every day in Ginza or Roppongi, so it was not surprising at all.

All I can do is use all sorts of tricks to please men, try to delay the breakup of both sides, and try to accumulate enough retirement savings for myself during this time. That's all.

On this night of reunion after a long separation, and yet impending parting, she suddenly felt a pang of sadness.

"How has the young master been lately?" she suddenly asked.

Hiroshi Takasaki was somewhat surprised, and then asked her a question in return.

Why did you suddenly bring up my son?

"Because I haven't seen you in a long time, I've been thinking about you, and by the way, I've been thinking about your family..." Luna quickly explained, "Although I've never met the young master, I'm still concerned about his well-being, so I asked you about it."

“Then you don’t need to worry, he’s fine,” Takasaki Hiroshi replied. “It’s just that his temper is getting worse and worse, and I’m starting to lose control of him.”

"This shows he has his own opinions, which is a good thing." Luna quickly spoke up for Takasaki Jun, "How can the heir of the Takasaki family not have some personality?"

“That’s not wrong.” Takasaki Hiroshi smiled. “Anyway, I don’t usually interfere with him. Let him do whatever he wants.”

During her time with Hiroshi Takasaki, he didn't mention his son often, but whenever he did, his expression was very relaxed, clearly showing how proud he was of his son. Moreover, the father-son relationship seemed quite harmonious.

Therefore, she was still somewhat curious about the young master of the Takasaki family.

However, she also knew that her status was special, and both the lady and the young master probably harbored deep resentment towards her, so she wouldn't go looking for trouble.

“Speaking of this, I suggested to my son a while ago that since he’s an adult now, I bring him along to broaden his horizons…” Takasaki Hiroshi said with a smile, “Unfortunately, he refused.”

"If the young master doesn't like sensual pleasures, there's nothing we can do about it." Luna felt a pang of regret. "If he wanted to come and have fun, we would certainly do our best to entertain him."

That's what she said, but she was actually having doubts. Thinking about it normally, how could young master Takasaki possibly be willing to go to nightclubs with his son? The master was really going too far.

"I originally thought this brat was really clueless and was worried about him, but I didn't expect that he would be so good at this." At this moment, Gao Qihao said in a boastful tone, "The girls he finds are all beautiful and talented, much better than I was back then! Hey, this is good, I don't have to worry about my family line going to die out in the future."

His words were filled with paternal pride; clearly, in his eyes, his son's womanizing was a great virtue.

What was said in jest was taken seriously by the listener, and Luna's mind began to wander slightly.

So, young master Takasaki is a playboy just like his father? It seems this is a bloodline inheritance.

If that's the case, then it'll be easier to deal with.

She felt that if she could please the young master, her relationship with the Takasaki family would be stronger and could last longer.

"Young Master likes young girls? What type?" she couldn't help but ask in a low voice.

Hiroshi Takasaki, who was in high spirits, immediately understood what Luna meant when he heard this question.

"What? You want to curry favor with him? I'm not against your idea, but you shouldn't bother. He has very high standards. Not only do the girls have to be good-looking, but they also have to be talented. None of the girls in your shop are good enough for him."

Upon hearing what the young master said, Luna felt a little unconvinced. She thought to herself that all the girls under her command were carefully selected, with top-notch looks and manners. How could the young master not find any of them appealing?

But on second thought, the father and son might have different tastes; perhaps the eldest son prefers a different type.

Of course, this is not a big problem. As long as you look carefully, you can always find a suitable person to suit your tastes.

"I understand. Sir, have a safe journey, and we'll meet again!"

She bowed again to Hiroshi Takasaki to bid him farewell.

"Okay, goodbye." Hiroshi Takasaki waved and strode out of the restaurant.

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Hiroshi Takasaki took the elevator to the underground parking garage.

Soon, his secretary, Kenji Sakura, who was waiting by the car, came up to him and helped him walk towards the vehicle.

Hiroshi Takasaki reeked of alcohol and staggered, but his secretary showed no surprise, clearly having seen similar scenes before.

After the two people got into the car, it quickly started and drove away from the underground parking garage.

Because he had drunk quite a bit, his head was still a little dizzy. Sakura Kenji didn't dare to speak and just drove silently toward the Takasaki family's house.

After a long while, Takasaki Hiroshi finally sobered up a bit and then picked up a towel to wipe his sweat.