Chapter 312: ，Soft and Hard Tactics

"Uncle Odagiri, and Mr. Odagiri, I am a Forensic Pathologist; all I do is make the facts clear."

Uesugi Muneyuki glanced at Kashiwagi Misa, who was kneeling on the floor in a dogeza position. The former Face of the Metropolitan Police Department still maintained her kneeling posture; her dark grey wool coat cast sharp-angled shadows under the lights, and the warp and weft of her Scottish-style plaid skirt stretched into radial wrinkles from the kneeling posture. The dark brown silk stockings were stretched thin at the knees, revealing the skin beneath, and a pair of beautiful feet wrapped in brown silk were tightly intertwined. The tips of the stockings were slightly displaced, creating a bulge at the toes, and the tight knot of her coat belt created an X-shaped depression on her back. In the cold light of the overhead lamp, the humbleness and terror of this mixed-race ice-queen wife were so pitiful, yet also so mesmerizing.

Seeing Kashiwagi Misa, who was usually ice-cold and aloof in front of others, reveal such a humiliated and shy appearance, the gazes of the Odagiri father and son changed.

However, Uesugi Muneyuki spoke at just the right moment, interrupting their train of thought: "Regarding the case of Kazama Yumi, it is indeed a suicide. There is no doubt about this, and there is evidence, including evidence from the administrative autopsy and surveillance footage."

"Generally speaking, I am only responsible for determining whether it is a suicide or a homicide. If it is a homicide, I am responsible for finding the culprit and the evidence. If it is a suicide, then what follows has nothing to do with me. Of course, I know that even if it is a suicide, there must be a reason, but this is already outside the scope of my duties. Furthermore, if I were to manage even suicides, Japan might need 1 million detectives to keep up."

Uesugi Muneyuki said indifferently: "However, I presume you all know why Kazama Yumi committed suicide."

Stern and majestic, radiating an imposing aura, Uesugi Muneyuki extended a Great Wilderness Imprisoning Heaven Finger, pointing at the father and son: "I simply don't care because this is not within my jurisdiction. According to procedural justice, this is not my duty either. But if you really want to keep pestering me, then I don't mind restarting the investigation into this matter. I am still quite confident in my investigative abilities. For example, starting the investigation over from the former Division Chief Mikasa?"

Hearing the name of the former Division Chief Mikasa, the expressions of the Odagiri father and son both changed; Odagiri Ryuji's face turned pale, while Odagiri Kazumasa's face turned black.

What a terrifying guy! How could such an existence exist in the Metropolitan Police Department?!

No! Must not let him investigate!

"Then... Uesugi-kun, what is your meaning? How should this matter be handled?" Odagiri Kazumasa finally said: "Give us a suggestion."

"How about this: your company withdraws the complaint, withdraws the lawyer's letter to this department, and issues a public statement saying that this was just a misunderstanding, that the misunderstanding has now been cleared up, and that you will no longer discuss the department's issues. As for Kazama Yumi's family, Division Director Odagiri Ryuji, you should send a letter of apology to the family. Although she did indeed die by suicide, we all know why. In this way, this department will no longer pursue this case."

Uesugi Muneyuki himself did not care about the reasons for suicides, nor could he possibly manage them all.

"Fine." Odagiri Kazumasa glanced at Kashiwagi Misa on the floor again and asked: "Then what about your department? How will this be handled?"

"As for this department, we will also issue a public apology statement, saying that Police Inspector Kashiwagi Jin of the Metropolitan Police Department's Investigation Division 1 engaged in abuse of power and violated the Police Law, and that he will be subjected to a cooling-off period and internal disciplinary action, and that we are very sorry for the trouble caused to your company," Uesugi Muneyuki said. "As for the specific punishment—no promotion within three years, cancellation of bonuses within two years, and demotion and retention in office within one year, changing from Unit Chief to Acting Unit Chief."

"What? Are you saying that the matter of that tengu breaking into my office is just going to be let go?" Odagiri Ryuji said angrily: "This is unfair!"

"Investigation Division 1 is the face of this department. Punishing a Police Inspector within the organization always requires a suitable reason. If Kashiwagi Jin is severely punished, it means the Kazama Yumi case will attract renewed attention, and even considering social public opinion, this department might have to restart the investigation. If the Division arranges for me to handle it then..." Uesugi Muneyuki said unhurriedly.

Beside them, Eirina couldn't help but stifle a laugh; it had come full circle.

She also felt a bit proud; our Muneyuki is just that intimidating!

"Forget it, forget it!" Sure enough, as soon as the Odagiri father and son heard that it might end up with Uesugi Muneyuki investigating again, they hurriedly interrupted him. The Fujitsu director thought for a while and nodded reluctantly: "Fine, this time I will give Kuninori-san and Uesugi-kun some face, and consider it making a friend. We will withdraw the complaint against your department in its entirety, and we won't talk about this matter anymore... I wonder if the Madam is satisfied?"

"Extremely honored, I am deeply grateful!" Kashiwagi Misa on the floor was about to cry.

"This time, we are granting special leniency for the sake of Uesugi-kun." Odagiri Kazumasa stared intently at Uesugi Muneyuki and suddenly smiled: "Kuninori-san has raised a formidable grandson, Uesugi-kun."

"Odagiri-san, you know my grandfather?" Uesugi Muneyuki raised an eyebrow.

"Of course, who in Tokyo doesn't know him?" Odagiri Kazumasa said in a gruff voice: "When I was still a student, Kuninori-san taught me."

Just how many connections does Grandfather have? Uesugi Muneyuki felt a faint sense of shock internally.

"Alright, let's end this here. We accept the request proposed by Uesugi-kun." Odagiri Kazumasa raised his wine glass and said coldly to Kashiwagi Misa on the floor: "Madam? Please get up. Could you pour me a drink?"

"Hai!" Kashiwagi Misa said with a faint sob, wanting to get up, but she heard a "tsk" sound. Odagiri Ryuji said with great displeasure: "Madam? Do you not even understand the rules of pouring wine?"

"Yes!" Only then did Kashiwagi Misa understand what she should do.

She rose from the floor, but did not stand up; instead, she remained on her knees, pressing all her weight onto her knees, and then used her knees to shuffle forward along the tatami floor. The friction between her silk stockings and the tatami made a pleasant sound. Under the scrutinizing and arrogant gazes of the father and son, she slowly crawled forward on her knees like this to pour them wine.

The humiliated, sorrowful, and shy expression on the face of the former Face of the Metropolitan Police Department and sorrowful wife finally made the Odagiri father and son reveal a satisfied smile: "You barely understand etiquette. Madam, are you like this at home too?"

"Yes..." Kashiwagi Misa replied in a low, humiliated voice.

"Then haven't I enjoyed the treatment of a husband? Haha~" Odagiri Kazumasa said with a light laugh.

"Umm..." Kashiwagi Misa didn't know how to respond, tears swirling in her eyes, and could only acquiesce, then poured a glass of wine for the son: "Please enjoy..."

"Madam, you were born to do this..."

The Odagiri father and son's wolf-like, greedy, and lustful gazes scanned this helpless, beautiful wife, wanting nothing more than to take a fierce bite.

However, Uesugi Muneyuki was watching them: "Madam, pour one for me and Eirina as well."

"Yes!" Hearing these words, Kashiwagi Misa felt as if she had been granted amnesty. She fled like she was escaping, hurriedly leaving the Odagiri father and son to move to Uesugi Muneyuki's side, hiding behind him while kneeling, exposing only half her body, forcing herself to endure the immense humiliation and not let her tears fall.

She, the dignified former Face of the Metropolitan Police Department, the face of Sakuradamon, the wife of the dignified Todai Kinbyo-gumi, would actually have a day like this...

Odagiri Kazumasa frowned and didn't say anything, just glanced at his son. Odagiri Ryuji also exchanged a look with his father and shook his head.

There are plenty of women; there's no need to make things difficult for Uesugi over this matter. Let it go, Father.

Hmm, I think so too.

"Haha, the matter is in the past, and we are all friends now. There is no need to let official business affect our personal friendship." Odagiri Kazumasa's attitude softened: "Come, let us have a toast to Forensic Examiner Uesugi of the Metropolitan Police Department's Special Mission Unit! Thank you, Uesugi-kun, for taking time out of your busy schedule to mediate between our company and your department. Truly, a hero emerges from the youth!"

"I wouldn't dare, I wouldn't dare. Your company has also been providing IT support to this department. In the future, the informatization of this department will also rely on your company's support," Uesugi Muneyuki also raised his glass and smiled.

After a few glasses of wine, the ultimate storm was finally dissipated into nothingness, with both sides taking a step back.

Kashiwagi Misa, like a hostess, was busy pouring wine for everyone, but with Uesugi Muneyuki's protection, the sorrowful wife finally escaped a disaster, and the Odagiri father and son did not lay a hand on her.

After drinking a few glasses, Odagiri Kazumasa talked about a few interesting things from when he was taking classes at the University of Tokyo, then left first so as not to disturb the young people, letting his son get closer to Uesugi Muneyuki to exchange feelings and make friends.

It was also around this time that Shimakawa Ren returned.

"Finished?" Uesugi Muneyuki checked the time; it was 8:40, quite long-lasting. A pity for Hironaka.

"Old A8, venting fire~" Shimakawa Ren winked: "Finished talking?"

"Mm." Uesugi Muneyuki nodded.

"Faster than I thought." Shimakawa Ren glanced at Kashiwagi Misa, his eyes lighting up. Like a wolf that had smelled meat, he became interested in this beautiful wife: "Is this Ms. Kashiwagi Misa, the wife of Kashiwagi Jin?"

"Yes..." Kashiwagi Misa's body was trembling.

"You really should thank Uesugi, you know? Back then, when your husband treated me as a suspect and pressed my head onto the table to force me to confess, I wanted to tear him into pieces," Shimakawa Ren said with a ferocious grin: "It was Uesugi who persuaded me to let your husband go. Otherwise, that dog Kashiwagi Jin should be in Aomori or Hokkaido by now, right?"

"............ I'm sorry." Kashiwagi Misa lowered her head timidly.

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Late at night, the Lexus drove through the colorful neon lights of Tokyo.

"Heard you say, look to Top Esports for foreign wars~ A lump on the roadside, spun like a top by Zeus~" Uesugi Muneyuki hummed a song. He glanced at Kashiwagi Misa sitting in the back seat and smiled: "Madam?"

"Ah?!" Kashiwagi Misa had spent the entire night in terror and extreme humiliation; by this time, she was physically and mentally exhausted.

"You're home." Uesugi Muneyuki smiled and gestured.

Only then did Kashiwagi Misa realize she was home. She got out of the car with trembling legs, her thin high heels stepping onto the asphalt, and she bowed ninety degrees: "Thank you, Uesugi-san! I really don't know how to thank you!"

"I have something to say to you, Madam." Uesugi Muneyuki did not get out of the car; he rolled down the window: "This is the last time I will wipe your husband's ass for you. Let this be the last time!"

After saying this, Uesugi Muneyuki rolled up the window and signaled for Eirina to drive.

Kashiwagi Misa stood alone in the wind, disheveled; she silently swallowed the words she wanted to say to invite Uesugi Muneyuki up for a seat, let out a deep breath, and her whole body radiated the joy of having survived a disaster.

If it weren't for him...

Thinking of this, the former Face of the Metropolitan Police Department was filled with mixed joy and sorrow, walking toward the apartment alone, her slender figure casting a long, graceful shadow under the streetlights.

It is finally over...

But, is it really over?

(End of this chapter)