Chapter 633: , Clear and Dark Dual Lines!

Uesugi Muneyuki and Kashiwagi Jin sat down in the living room, and Miyawaki Sakura timely brought tea, then she and Shi Shi consciously retreated to a slightly farther dining table, pricking up their ears, their eyes full of curiosity and longing for the serious discussion of the "big shot".

For Xiao Ying, although her income is high, idols are at the very bottom of society, and even in the entertainment industry, her status is only slightly higher than that of "swimsuit gravure idols".

What is a swimsuit gravure idol? Actually, it refers to gravure models who wear bikinis covering only three points.

Below swimsuit gravure idols are "exposed pubic hair" or "nude model" idols, and below that is the very familiar "AV idol", having gone into the adult video industry.

In Japan's extremely conservative circle, once one goes into AV, it is equivalent to being directly sentenced to "terrestrial broadcast" death penalty, and thereafter can only appear in late-night programs.

The most successful transformation of such people is probably the famous Aoi Sora, but in reality this teacher only successfully appeared in one shot in "Detective Galileo", which already caused huge controversy across society, and after the world's largest danmaku website of a certain country introduced it, because of this shot, they unhesitatingly deleted the entire episode.

"So, you mean, that suspicious young man who appeared near the hospital is very likely this Sato Liang?" Kashiwagi Jin lowered his voice, his expression stern.

"The possibility is high." Uesugi Muneyuki lightly tapped the sofa armrest with his fingertip: "Shi Shi's description matches his basic characteristics, and the time and motive of his appearance also match. The key is, whether this Sato Liang is merely an ordinary student concerned about his girlfriend."

"I suspect he————is related to Nakamura Kenichi's investigation?" Uesugi Muneyuki said.

"Nakamura Kenichi?" Kashiwagi Jin was stunned, this name was unfamiliar to him, "Who is he?"

Uesugi Muneyuki paused slightly, then realized that as the section chief of the Third Section, Investigation Division One, Kashiwagi Jin mainly handles violent crimes and major criminal cases, and does not directly involve himself in the domestic political surveillance and counterintelligence work handled by public security police, so he is unaware of the identity of "Nakamura Kenichi", an important informant of public security.

Ah, I have to let Old Ren know something.

He pondered for a moment, and explained in as tactful a way as possible without involving core secrets: "Nakamura Kenichi————

was a key related personnel involved in a national security-level investigation. He unfortunately died, and his investigation direction seems to vaguely point toward some non-mainstream radical thought groups, such as————you may have heard the name of the Sakikawa Restoration Army"."

Sakikawa Restoration Army?!

Although Uesugi Muneyuki spoke vaguely, but the words "national security", "radical thought group" were already enough for Kashiwagi Jin to understand the weight.

He looked at Uesugi Muneyuki in shock, his heart surging with huge waves. He originally thought Uesugi Muneyuki was merely an academic authority, a case-solving genius, closely related to the Criminal Investigation Department of the Metropolitan Police Department, after all, as long as there is a corpse, there is no case he cannot solve.

But now it seems, this guy actually even deeply participated in those most secret, politically involved cases of the Public Security Department ("Public Security Division"), and was even trusted so much!

He is not only close to the criminal division, but the Public Security Division also regards him as a friend and————ultimate core weapon?!

A complex emotion surged in Kashiwagi Jin's heart—envy of the upper echelons' information channels, a faint jealousy of his own insufficient authority, but more so, a wordless admiration for Uesugi Muneyuki's ability to transcend fields and be relied upon by various bigwigs.

This guy, just how many secrets and connections does he still have?

Kashiwagi Jin lacks friends, especially male friends; among males, he consciously considers only Shi Sho of the Second Section and Uesugi Muneyuki of the Special Mission Unit as friends so far.

Although he has many female friends, but————Nanami Hayakawa went abroad, and Alice is still in the hospital.

It seems we need to let Meisa continue to pull the line with Minami Management Officer "Face of the Metropolitan Police Department", let Meisa gather more information, and then gradually use Uesugi's resources!

"I understand————" Kashiwagi Jin took a deep breath, suppressed his personal emotions, and his professionalism let him quickly grasp the point: "In other words, if Sato Liang is truly connected to the Sakikawa Restoration Army" or such things, then Alice's case, and even the previous bombing case, might be more complicated than we thought. This is no longer a simple obscenity case or assault case."

"Correct." Uesugi Muneyuki nodded, "So, the investigation must be cautious."

Kashiwagi Jin immediately proposed: "No delay, let's go directly to Waseda University! Find this Sato Liang, and everything will become clear!"

Uesugi Muneyuki shook his head: "I cannot go. I have arrangements this afternoon at Tokyo University and the Metropolitan Police Department, and moreover," he paused, "my face is too famous in academia and the Kanto circle, unsuitable for such covert investigation. This matter needs to be conducted in a more low-key manner."

Upon hearing this, Kashiwagi Jin muttered in his heart: "I am also quite famous!"

After all, he is the star inspector of the Metropolitan Police Department, often appearing on the news!

You bastard, how dare you look down on me, your partner as the peerless pride of the twin dragons?!

But after thinking, Uesugi Muneyuki's "fame" is cross-domain, recognition might indeed be higher, and moreover, he clearly stated he has official business, so he also cannot insist too much.

Uesugi Muneyuki is originally very busy, the Special Mission Unit's vehicle is almost always out running.

But this is also normal, the Cabinet giving you five hundred million yen a year budget is not to let you spend all day in the office reading newspapers and drinking coffee.

"Then————the investigation will be handled by us of the Third Section." Kashiwagi Jin straightened his back, fighting spirit burning in his eyes: "I will select absolutely reliable, tight-lipped people, and enter Waseda University in the most covert way to investigate Sato Liang's background."

Uesugi Muneyuki looked at him, extended his hand: "Then, this time let it be a private cooperation between the Special Mission Unit and the Third Section. Information sharing, cautious action."

Kashiwagi Jin gripped his hand firmly: "Understood! Pleasant cooperation, Uesugi-san!"

This handshake, for Alice!

Uesugi Muneyuki also lightly nodded, saying nothing else, he is still at ease regarding Kashiwagi Jin's investigative strength and deductive ability, as for possibly causing trouble————what does it have to do with me?

This handshake, for Meisa!

The two reached consensus, the atmosphere for a moment became somewhat solemn with "mutual admiration between heroes".

This scene was completely witnessed by the observing Miyawaki Sakura and Nagase Shishi.

In the eyes of the two girls, they almost wanted to burst out substantial little stars. Watching two elite men from different fields (one is an authority intertwined with academia and power, the other is a rising star in the police world) discussing seriously and reaching an agreement to uncover the truth and uphold justice (from their perspective), that aura of focus, professionalism, and control over the situation, formed a fatal attraction for them.

Miyawaki Sakura felt her heartbeat quicken, Shi Shi's cheeks turned slightly red, her gaze dazed, her heart filled with longing for a powerful protector and wise one, and a hint of hidden emotion.

Mr. Uesugi, almost omnipotent!

Nonsense, Mr. Uesugi originally is omnipotent!

Seeing the matter settled, the atmosphere slightly eased, Miyawaki Sakura immediately seized the opportunity, piled up an incomparably sweet smile on her face, walked forward and softly said: "Mr. Uesugi, you've worked hard, it's already this time————how about, stay and have dinner together? I and Shi Shi can simply prepare some.

Her invitation target is clear, her eyes full of expectation.

You owe me an overnight stay, shouldn't you give it to me now?

Uesugi Muneyuki had not yet answered, but Kashiwagi Jin beside him was stunned, subconsciously also looked toward Shi Shi, his eyes carrying obvious expectation and a hardly noticeable yearning: "Me too me too?"

He also wanted to be invited, especially after experiencing the previous "emotional blow", he subconsciously yearns even more to get some comfort or recognition from Shi Shi, who is similar to Alice.

Your sister likes me————doesn't take my money, you should also be the same, right!

However, Shi Shi received Kashiwagi Jin's gaze, but instantly panicked, her little face instantly swelled bright red, not from shyness, but from embarrassment and despair!

Mr. Kashiwagi!!! You!!! You are also not that reliable!!!

Where does she have money to treat guests!

She currently has not a single yen on her person, all daily expenses, including buying vegetables and daily necessities, are first advanced by Xiao Ying sister, she already feels guilty to the extreme.

Treating Mr. Uesugi to a meal? She cannot even afford a grain of rice! Treating Inspector Kashiwagi? She dares not even think about it!

She looked at Kashiwagi Jin's expectant eyes, then looked at Miyawaki Sakura's expectant face, finally met Uesugi Muneyuki's calm gaze, anxious to the point of tears almost coming out, she could only lower her head, and whispered in a mosquito-like voice full of embarrassment: "I————I————sorry————ingredients————that————"

Her reaction and unfinished words made Miyawaki Sakura immediately understand her predicament, and instantly felt somewhat embarrassedO

Kashiwagi Jin was first stunned, then suddenly realized, aware of his own rashness, hurriedly embarrassed, coughed twice, waved his hand: "Ah, no need no need, my team still has matters, I must hurry back to arrange. Dinner next time, next time!"

A dinner invitation that might have been warm turned, amidst Shi Shi's despairing economic reality and Kashiwagi Jin's belated awkwardness, into a slightly sour and darkly humorous gust of wind, dissipating with a boom at the sound of Kashiwagi Jin leaving and closing the door.

Kashiwagi Jin hurriedly left with complex emotions and a new investigative task.

Inside the safe house, only Uesugi Muneyuki, Miyawaki Sakura, and Nagase Shishi remained temporarily.

The atmosphere subtly relaxed, yet another kind of invisible tension permeated it.

Uesugi Muneyuki did not leave immediately; he walked to the window, gazing at the Tokyo afternoon scenery outside, seemingly pondering something. After a moment, he turned around, his gaze falling on the still somewhat constrained and uneasy Shi Shi.

"Miss Nagase." His voice was calm, revealing little emotion: "The matter concerning Minister Akimoto is, for now, settled. External attention has largely shifted. However, to ensure absolute safety, you and Sakura-chan had better continue staying here for a while, and not go out lightly."

Shi Shi quickly nodded: "Yes, Mr. Uesugi, I understand."

She actually breathed a secret sigh of relief in her heart, even feeling a hint of smug joy.

Continuing to stay here? She could not wish for more.

Tower mansion, high privacy, comfortable, concealed, sense of security!

Uesugi Muneyuki paused, as if asking casually: "By the way, once this storm completely passes and things calm down, you————still planning to go back to school? Or, do you have any plans for the future?"

This question was like a fine needle, lightly pricking the bubble of Shi Shi's temporary ease.

School? Future?

Nagase Shishi's body stiffened almost imperceptibly.

The warmth and sense of security of the tower mansion vanished instantly.

She lowered her eyelids, staring at her fingers resting on her knees, which were slightly clenched due to tension, her voice becoming somewhat muffled and vague: "School, uh————that————for now, still haven't figured it out. Earlier, because of my sister's matter, my studies were also delayed for a long time————"

What she said was true, but not entirely true.

Living these days in the tower mansion felt like a sudden descent of luxurious beauty dream.

The absolute sense of security brought by 24-hour protection, exquisite food within reach, soft and comfortable bedding,

the dazzling city nightscape outside the window that no longer frightened her————all of this had long rendered her former possible future of needing to work part-time at a convenience store, crammed in a small apartment, worrying about tuition fees, pale and powerless, even nauseating.

Leaving here, returning to that kind of life? Deep in her heart, ten thousand unwillingness.

What made her mind even more uneasy was her keen perception that Miyawaki Sakura, sharing the same roof, harbored an undisguised, admiration-and-affection-laden "overreaching aspiration" toward Uesugi Muneyuki.

Sakura-nee's eyes when looking at Mr. Uesugi, flashing with light, those carefully chosen clothes and stockings, those seemingly casual but actually thoughtful gestures————Shi Shi saw them all.

Sakura-nee, just short of stretching her stockinged feet into Mr. Uesugi's mouth!

A dangerous thought, like ivy, quietly sprouted in her heart: If————if I too could————

This thought made her own heart palpitate, but what followed was a tremor mixed with shame and secret excitement.

Mr. Uesugi is so powerful, wealthy, and————gentle.

He could provide Sakura-nee with a fortress-like sanctuary!

If I could grasp him, even just gaining a bit of his attention and protection, wouldn't that mean she could forever escape that mire-like past life?

However, facing Uesugi Muneyuki's calm inquiry, she could only suppress all these churning thoughts dead, presenting herself in the most harmless and clueless manner.

Uesugi Muneyuki seemed not to delve into her vague attitude, merely nodding and saying in a nearly formulaic tone: "Also good. Then let's not rush. Wait until your sister's condition stabilizes, she regains consciousness, then we'll discuss long-term plans. After all, she is your closest kin, and some matters also need to wait until she recovers."

"Wait until sister recovers————" Shi Shi subconsciously repeated the phrase, her heart feeling as if struck by something cold.

A darker, more sinister thought, like a venomous snake emerging from its den, surged unguarded into her mind—if————if sister cannot recover?

If sister remains in a coma, or————even————then, as her sister, wouldn't she naturally become the sole person Uesugi Muneyuki must "take responsibility for" and "care for"?

This thought brought not sorrow, but a chilling calculation about possibility and dependence that made even her own spine Stopped.

Sister, you have already sacrificed so much for me, so could you not, sacrifice a little more for me? Just a bit!

But the next second, boundless shame and self-loathing surged forth, nearly drowning her.

What am I thinking?! That's for her who endured hardship, now lying on the hospital bed with life and death undecided, my dear elder sister! How could I————how could I produce such a terrible thought?!

Shi Shi's face instantly turned pale, her fingers pinched tighter, nails digging deep into her palms.

She abruptly lowered her head, not daring to let Uesugi Muneyuki and Miyawaki Sakura see the stormy waves and shame churning in her eyes.

Sorry, elder sister, it's not that the younger sister isn't trying, it's really that this tower mansion place is too————comfortable and safe!

We sisters came to Tokyo————wasn't it precisely for this?

You took Officer Kashiwagi, I————I too can————

"————Well, let's talk after sister recovers." She heard her own dry voice, difficultly uttering these words.

Elder sister, you must get better! Definitely!

But————currently the situation is unclear, the younger sister also needs sufficient time to prepare, so elder sister you also shouldn't get better too quickly, let the younger sister slightly————slightly more adapt and stabilize————

We sisters each take one————Officer Kashiwagi and Uesugi Chief are also close buddies, iron brothers————this is very reasonable!

In the chaotic thoughts, that dark thought, though forcibly suppressed, did not disappear, merely retreated to deeper depths. Meanwhile, another "relatively bright" thought became clearer and firmer:

Indeed————indeed still need to go work, to strive to earn money myself————

Only then will there be money, able to buy ingredients, and moreover————stockings!

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