Chapter 1264

"I think it is most appropriate to invite Takeshita-san to give a speech at the opening ceremony!!!"

Nobuo Asai said to Shuichi Itang,

"The rank of a high official in the Ministry of Education is not high enough; this is an important occasion that the whole world is watching!"

This was at the final confirmation meeting of the Tokyo International Film Festival, where Nobuo Asai strongly advocated for Noboru Takeshita to give the opening speech.

In reality, he just wanted to greatly increase Noboru Takeshita's fame by taking advantage of the super exposure rate of the Tokyo International Film Festival at this critical moment of the election.

"And Takeshita-san is the Prime Minister; if he comes to give the opening speech, it will also raise the level of the Tokyo International Film Festival!"

Hearing this, Shuichi Itang said,

"Asai-san, you can't just say that; Noboru Takeshita hasn't become Prime Minister yet, he's still in the middle of the election..."

"Isn't it a sure thing that Takeshita-san will become the next Prime Minister!"

Nobuo Asai looked like he knew a lot and actually started talking politics in the conference room,

"The current Prime Minister Nakasone has already nominated him to succeed as the President of the Liberal Democratic Party; after becoming President, the next step is naturally to become Prime Minister!"

The President of the Liberal Democratic Party is the party leader; logically speaking, the President is elected, but in the Japanese political arena where party factions are prevalent, if the predecessor is strong enough, it is not difficult to designate a successor.

"That's not necessarily true; recently, there have been constant scandals in the Liberal Democratic Party, and many members have had to resign... I don't know if some big figures will be involved... whether the Liberal Democratic Party can occupy the majority in the next election is still a question..."

Shuichi Itang said playfully,

"Our Tokyo International Film Festival had better not be associated with events that may cause scandals!"

The bribery scandal during this period had no intention of stopping. Many people saw the trend and knew that the scope of the impact might still expand, so they all became much more cautious.

"You! How dare you slander Takeshita-san?!"

Nobuo Asai was furious,

"Chairman Shuichi Itang, you have to be responsible for your words!"

The current Shuichi Itang was no longer the small director he once was; he was the chairman of the largest guild in the film industry, a senior executive at Tree Friend, and a well-known director who had won a Blue Ribbon. Naturally, he wouldn't be afraid of the threats from Nobuo Asai, the former chairman of the Film Promotion Association~

"Haha~"

Shuichi Itang laughed,

"When did I slander anyone? I didn't even mention a name!"

He turned to change the subject and said directly to the members of the executive committee:

"The current political situation is treacherous, and the film festival should not be involved too much. I suggest... let the entertainment industry return to the entertainment industry!"

"For this opening speech, I propose that President Ikuo Suo give the speech."

"Suo-san is not only famous in the entertainment industry, has deep relationships with many agencies and artists, but also poured his heart and soul into the establishment of the Film Association and has made great contributions... it is most appropriate for him to give the opening speech!"

Actually, it was agreed beforehand that the next chairman of the Film Association would be given to Ikuo Suo, so Shuichi Itang wanted to build momentum for him.

Ikuo Suo beside him showed a smile, obviously very satisfied.

As for the others on the executive committee, some were allies of Tree Friend, and some had good relationships with the Burning system, so no one objected.

Especially after Naoki Nagayama directly and strongly expelled someone from Johnny's last time, the opposition in the executive committee was a bit timid, and Shuichi Itang's right to speak had been strengthened a lot.

"..."

Seeing that even the representative of the Ministry of Education supported it, Nobuo Asai felt that he had been betrayed!

He was clearly thinking for Noboru Takeshita!

"As for the hosts and award presenters, they have all been decided. The final confirmation of the Tokyo International Film Festival proposal has also been completed..."

Shuichi Itang continued,

"Then next, we will officially execute it according to the process in the proposal!"

Actually, the preparations for the Tokyo International Film Festival started a month ago, and the participating films from all over the world were sent in one after another, the preliminary selection was completed, the judges were all invited, and even the venue for the film festival was confirmed.

This final decision was just the final opening ceremony process.

From today on, this process can be announced for publicity!

Next, until mid-October, the whole of Tokyo will be immersed in the atmosphere of the International Film Festival again~

After coming up from the headquarters of the Film Association downstairs, Shuichi Itang came to Otomo Yoshimura's office to communicate a little.

"September and October this year, Tokyo is really too lively..."

Shuichi Itang said while drinking iced oolong tea,

"First it was Michael Jackson's concert tour, then it was the Tokyo International Film Festival... the public is going to be ecstatic!"

"Hahaha, this is a prosperous age!"

Otomo Yoshimura said with a smile,

"Only the most beautiful era will be like this!"

"Itang-san, Japan is currently in its best time!"

"So good that it makes people a bit scared..."

Shuichi Itang curled his lips; having been brainwashed by Naoki Nagayama for so many years, the principles of prosperity leading to decline and fullness leading to loss had already been deeply imprinted in his mind.

Thinking of Naoki Nagayama, Shuichi Itang said,

"Speaking of which, Nagayama-san should be back, right?"

"Should be..." Otomo Yoshimura nodded. "But didn't he say before that he needs to hold the fort at Tree Friend Capital during this time, so he won't come to the building here."

"He can even put such a big thing as the film festival aside; I don't know what he's thinking!"

"Hahaha, how can the film festival compare to investing in stocks to make money!"

Otomo Yoshimura said with a smile,

"By the way, he asked us to invest our idle funds with him before; did you do it?"

"Of course... I invested everything!" Shuichi Itang nodded. "I'm going to have to eat company meals this month!"

On other matters, Shuichi Itang might hesitate a little, but when Naoki Nagayama said he would take them to make money, hesitating for a second would be a disrespect to money.

Who among those close to him didn't know that Naoki Nagayama was the top trader at Tree Friend Capital, and a slight move would double his assets!

"I invested 1.2 billion yen, and even mortgaged my real estate."

Otomo Yoshimura said,

"I don't know how much I can earn..."

"Hiss~~~" Shuichi Itang was astonished. "Are you betting so much? I only invested about 600 million in liquidity; I didn't mortgage my real estate."

Actually, Shuichi Itang was richer than Otomo Yoshimura; after all, in addition to the dividends of the Tree Friend Group, Shuichi Itang also had director fees, but a large part of it was bought as real estate, and he didn't think about mortgaging it.

But he didn't expect that Otomo Yoshimura had invested his coffin money this time! This was too decisive!

"Haha, I'm old... I want to save more family assets for the children."

Otomo Yoshimura said,

"I believe in Nagayama-san!"

His life only underwent earth-shaking changes after meeting Naoki Nagayama, so he had absolute confidence in Naoki Nagayama.

"Tsk tsk tsk... sure enough, ginger is still old and spicy!"

The two were chatting in the office when suddenly the mobile phone on the desk rang; this was Otomo Yoshimura's private number.

Otomo Yoshimura picked up the mobile phone and pressed the answer button:

"Moshi moshi..."

"Otomo-san, it's me."

Naoki Nagayama's familiar voice came from the mobile phone.

"Ah... Nagayama-san!"

Otomo Yoshimura laughed,

"Are you back already?"

"Hmm... back this morning, but now I have to be at Tree Friend Capital."

In the office of the Ginza office building, Naoki Nagayama was sitting in the boss's chair making a phone call,

"Sigh... I have to come over!"

After holding a meeting before and clarifying the conservative investment direction, now he could only sit and work foolishly, waiting to review the reports of his subordinates.

"Hahaha, Nagayama-san also has times when he must work!"

Hearing the words from the mobile phone, Shuichi Itang interjected.

"Itang-san is also there..."

Naoki Nagayama was stunned for a moment, and then said,

"That's perfect! I just wanted to tell you too!"

"What's wrong?" Otomo Yoshimura asked, "Is there something to do?"

"Almost."

Naoki Nagayama said,

"Didn't we say before that we would hold a casting call for *Jurassic Park* at the Tokyo International Film Festival... when publicizing this casting, reveal that Michael Jackson will make a cameo appearance as a supporting role to increase some discussion heat."

"Michael Jackson?!"

Shuichi Itang and Otomo Yoshimura were both surprised,

"Nagayama-san, aren't you just going to watch the concert?! How did you fool Michael Jackson into coming over?!"

"Drank it out..."

Naoki Nagayama shook his head and continued,

"Calling Otomo-san is because I want Otomo-san to hurry up and communicate with Michael Jackson's agency to finalize this matter..."

Otomo Yoshimura agreed immediately upon hearing this:

"Hai, I'll go do it right away! Does Nagayama-san have any other instructions?"

"Just this matter..." Naoki Nagayama said, "By the way, during the film festival, Michael should still be in Japan, and he should also attend the opening ceremony..."

"Haha, that's really great!"

Shuichi Itang laughed out loud; such an international superstar would naturally make the red carpet of the Tokyo International Film Festival even more brilliant!

"Nagayama-san, why don't you show your skills again and let Michael Jackson perform at the opening ceremony?! If so, this film festival will be perfect!"

"...... Michael Jackson has to hold 9 concerts this month!" Naoki Nagayama shook his head. "By October, there will definitely be no schedule..."

"Sigh..."

Shuichi Itang was very regretful.

However, things were not that perfect to begin with, so he quickly let it go and chatted with Naoki Nagayama:

"Nagayama-san, are you really not going to care about the competition judging of this film festival anymore?!"

"Hmm?" Naoki Nagayama was surprised. "Don't tell me they dare not give *Departures* an award?"

"I'm talking about other films..."

"Then forget it; it's their business if other directors want to find the jury to lobby, I don't care."

This year, except for Naoki Nagayama, the films of other directors at Tree Friend were not too outstanding, so he didn't want to push hard, and he didn't think about stopping others from winning awards.

"Alright~"

Shuichi Itang nodded; it seemed that in terms of awards, he just needed to ensure *Departures*.

Next, they chatted about some preparations for the film festival, and Naoki Nagayama basically had no opinion.

"Let's just do this for now..."

Naoki Nagayama saw Zhouxiang Jinjing knocking on the door with a stack of documents, so he hurriedly ended the conversation,

"I have to review the trading reports here!"

"I basically won't go to the Tree Friend building this month; if you have anything, just call my mobile phone!"

"..."

Because it was the first day of handling the work of Tree Friend Capital, it was already past dinner time when he returned to Shanyingyuan in the evening.

After soothing Eitaro who ran over actively, Naoki Nagayama came to the living room and found Akina playing with little Xia Hua~

"Naoki-san, welcome home~"

Akina welcomed him with a smile after seeing Naoki Nagayama, and also guided the little one,

"Hua-chan, Daddy is back! Quickly welcome him..."

The little one heard her mother's words, raised her head to look at Naoki Nagayama, her little head seemed to think for a while, and then opened her arms:

"Hug~"

Hearing her daughter's words, Naoki Nagayama immediately showed a cheap smile on his face:

"Haha, good... Daddy is coming to hug Hua-chan!"

Then he held the little one in his arms and kissed her hard several times... watching Akina sitting on the sofa shake her head.

Naoki Nagayama held his daughter and swayed a few times, and seeing that Chieko Nakamori was not in any part of the house, he asked suspiciously:

"Why don't I see Chieko-san?"

"Autumn is coming, so I took Mom out shopping for clothes this afternoon. We walked through several streets, and she might be tired from walking, so she rested after dinner!"

Akina explained.

Chieko Nakamori had surgery in the first half of the year after all, and her body was much weaker as she got older, so she didn't feel it while shopping, but felt back pain after coming back~

"So that's it..." Naoki Nagayama glanced at little Xia Hua. "Did you take Hua-chan too?"

"Of course!"

Although most of little Xia Hua's clothes were made by Akina herself, she naturally didn't forget her daughter when shopping for clothes,

"Bought a few fashionable children's clothes..."

"...... Eh, doesn't your Bubble Factory have clothes?"

"Hua-chan has already worn those!" Akina said; the styles she designed would naturally be tested by her own daughter first.

After talking about Hua-chan for a while, Akina pulled Naoki Nagayama to sit on the sofa and then took out a mysterious box~

"Naoki-san... look! A surprise!"

"? What is this?"

Naoki Nagayama put Hua-chan on the sofa and then opened the box... only to see a pregnancy test stick inside!!

"This is?!!!"

Looking at the two lines on the pregnancy test stick, Naoki Nagayama was pleasantly surprised and looked at Akina beside him,

"Pregnant?!"

"Hmm..." Akina showed a smile on her face. "I said I would test it when I got back... sure enough, I'm pregnant!!"

"!!!"

A joy rushed from his chest to his mind, Naoki Nagayama excitedly picked Akina up in a princess carry and even spun around in mid-air!

"Haha, we're going to have another baby!!"

"Naoki-san, Naoki-san!! Put me down~~"

Akina hugged her husband's neck and exclaimed for him to put her down.

"Yes, yes, yes, we must protect your body!" Naoki Nagayama hurriedly put Akina on the sofa. "The fetus is not stable yet, you can't move around..."

Then he looked at Akina excitedly again:

"Has Akina already told Chieko-san?"

"Hmm... Okaasan already knows!"

"Haha, then I have to hurry and report the good news!"

Naoki Nagayama picked up the phone and was about to call home... such good news naturally had to be shared with people at the first opportunity!

"Moshi moshi... Mother, Akina is pregnant! You're going to have another grandchild!"

"Moshi moshi... Tsuruko... you're going to be an aunt again!"

"Moshi moshi... Brother Kaede, my family is going to have another child!"

"..."

The phone calls reporting the good news were made to one relative after another. Akina looked at her husband's happy and excited appearance, and the smile on her face became more and more brilliant~

Gently stroking her belly, she looked forward to this baby growing up quickly too!

"Baby... many people are looking forward to you~"