Tokyo Bubble Life

Chapter 1284, page 1293: Mother, you're going to have another grandson!!!

Chapter 1284, page 1293: Mother, you're going to have another grandson!!!

"I think inviting Mr. Takeshita to give a speech at the opening ceremony would be absolutely perfect!!!"

Nobuo Asai said to Shuichi Itō,

"The rank of the Ministry of Education officials is completely insufficient; this is an important occasion that is being watched by the entire world!"

This was at the final confirmation meeting of the Tokyo International Film Festival, where Nobuo Asai insisted that Noboru Takeshita deliver the opening address.

The real intention was to leverage the immense exposure from the Tokyo International Film Festival during this crucial election period to significantly boost Takeshita Noboru's fame.

"Furthermore, since Takeshita-san is the Prime Minister, having him deliver the opening address would elevate the Tokyo International Film Festival's status!"

Upon hearing this, Itō Shuichi spoke up:

"Asai-san, you can't say things like that. Takeshita Noboru hasn't become prime minister yet; he's still running for prime minister."

"Isn't it a foregone conclusion that Takeshita-san will become the next prime minister?"

Nobuo Asai, acting as if he knew a lot, actually started discussing politics right there in the meeting room.

"The current Prime Minister Nakasone has nominated him to succeed as president of the Liberal Democratic Party. After becoming president, the next step will naturally be to become prime minister!"

The president of the Liberal Democratic Party is the party leader. In theory, the president is elected. However, in the Japanese political arena where party factions and cliques are prevalent, it is not difficult for the former president to pre-select a successor if he is strong enough.

"That's not necessarily true. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has been plagued by scandals lately, forcing many members to resign. It's uncertain whether some high-ranking figures will be involved. Whether the LDP can secure a majority in the next parliamentary election is still a question."

"Ido Shuichi said with amusement,"

"Our Tokyo International Film Festival should avoid being associated with events that could potentially cause scandals!"

The bribery scandal has shown no signs of abating, and many people have noticed the shift in the wind, knowing that the scope of the impact could still expand, and have become much more cautious.

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

Nobuo Asai was enraged.

"Chairman Shuichi Itō, you must take responsibility for your words!"

Shuichi Itō is no longer the small-time director he once was. He is now the president of the largest guild in the film industry, a senior executive at Shuyu, and a renowned director who has received the Blue Ribbon Award. Naturally, he is not afraid of the threats from Nobuo Asai, the former president of the Film Promotion Association.

"Haha~"

Itō Shuichi laughed.

"When did I slander anyone? I didn't even mention their names!"

He then changed the subject and addressed the executive committee members directly:

"The political landscape is currently turbulent, and it's really not advisable for film festivals to get too involved. I suggest we leave the entertainment industry to the entertainment industry!"

"I propose that President Ikuo Suo deliver the opening address."

"Suoh-san is not only renowned in the entertainment industry and has close relationships with many agencies and artists, but he also devoted himself wholeheartedly to the establishment of the Film Association, making great contributions. It is most appropriate for him to deliver the opening speech!"

Actually, it was agreed beforehand that the next president of the Film Association would be Suo Ikuo, so Itō Shuichi wanted to promote him.

Suo Ikuo, standing next to him, smiled, clearly very pleased.

The other members of the executive committee, some of whom were allies of the Tree Friends and others who had good relations with the Burning faction, did not object.

Especially after Naoki Nagayama forcefully expelled someone from Johnny's last time, the opposition in the executive committee became somewhat timid, and Shuichi Itō's influence increased significantly.

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Seeing that even the representative of the Ministry of Education was supporting him, Nobuo Asai felt betrayed!

He was clearly thinking of Takeshita Noboru!

"As for the host and award presenters, everything has been finalized. The final confirmation of the Tokyo International Film Festival's proposal has also been completed."

Shuichi Itō continued,

"Then let's proceed with the plan according to the procedures outlined in the document!"

In fact, preparations for the Tokyo International Film Festival began a month ago. Films from all over the world have been continuously submitted, the preliminary selection has been completed, all the judges have been invited, and even the festival venue has been confirmed.

What was finalized this time was just the final opening ceremony program.

Starting today, this procedure can be published and promoted!

Then, around mid-October, Tokyo will once again be filled with the atmosphere of an international film festival!

After coming up from the film association headquarters downstairs, Shuichi Itō went to Yoshimura Otomo's office for a brief conversation.

"Tokyo was so lively this September and October!"

"Ito Osamu said while drinking his iced oolong tea."

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

"Hahaha, this is a golden age!"

Yoshimura Otomo said with a smile.

"Only the best of times would be like this!"

"Shuichi-san, Japan is currently at its best!"

"It's almost frighteningly good."

Shuichi Itō pursed his lips. After being brainwashed by Naoki Nagayama for so many years, the principles of prosperity and decline, and fullness and loss, were deeply imprinted in his mind.

Thinking of Naoki Nagayama, Shuichi Itō began to speak:

"Speaking of which, Naoki-san should be back by now, right?"

“Probably,” Yoshimura Daitomo nodded. “But didn’t I say before that I need to stay at Shuyou Capital for a while and won’t be coming to this building?”

"He can put aside something as important as the film festival, I don't know what he's thinking!"

"Haha, where in a film festival can you make money investing in stocks!"

Yoshimura Otomo said with a smile.

"By the way, he asked us to invest all our idle funds in his company. Did you do that?"

"Of course. I've submitted them all!" Itō nodded. "I'll be eating the company lunches this month!"

In other matters, Shuichi Itō might hesitate a little, but Naoki Nagayama said he would help them make money, and even a second of hesitation would be disrespectful to money.

Those close to him all know that Naoki Nagayama is the top operator of Tree Friends Capital; with just a few moves, he can double the wealth!

“I invested 12 billion yen, and even mortgaged my real estate.”

Yoshimura Daitomo said,

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

"Hiss~~~" Itoh Shuichi exclaimed in surprise, "Are you going all out? I only invested about 6 million in liquid assets, and there's no collateral for the real estate."

In fact, Shuichi Itō is richer than Otomo Yoshimura. After all, in addition to the dividends from the Shuyu Group, Shuichi Itō also receives director's fees, but most of them are used to buy real estate, which he has no intention of mortgaging.

But I never expected Yoshimura Otomo to spend all his savings this time! That's incredibly decisive!

"Haha, I'm getting old. I want to build up more wealth for my children."

Yoshimura Daitomo said,

"I believe in Naoki-san!"

His life changed dramatically after he met Naoki Nagayama, so he has absolute faith in Naoki Nagayama.

"Tsk tsk tsk, the old fox is indeed spicier!"

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

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

"Moses, Moses."

"Otomo-san, it's me."

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

"Ah, Naoki-san!"

Yoshimura Daitomo laughed.

"Are you back already?"

"Yes, I came back this morning, but I have to stay with Tree Friends Capital now."

In his office in the Ginza office building, Naoki Nagayama sat in his executive chair, making a phone call.

"Sigh, I had no choice but to come!"

We had a meeting earlier and clarified a conservative investment direction. Now I can only sit in the office, waiting to review the reports from my subordinates.

"Haha, even Naoki-san has to work sometimes!"

Upon hearing what was being said on the cell phone, Itō Shuichi interjected.

"Shuichi-san is here too."

Naoki Nagayama paused for a moment, then said,

"That's perfect! I was just about to tell you that too!"

"What's wrong?" Yoshimura Otomo asked. "Is there something you need 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? During the casting promotion, we revealed that Michael Jackson would have a cameo role to increase the buzz."

"Michael Jackson?!"

Shuichi Itō and Ōtomo Yoshimura were both surprised.

"Naoki-san, weren't you going to a concert?! How did you end up bringing Michael Jackson here?!"

It was from drinking.

Naoki Nagayama shook his head and continued,

"I called Otomo-san because I wanted him to quickly communicate with Michael Jackson's management company and finalize this matter."

Yoshimura Otomo immediately agreed upon hearing this:

"Yes, I'll take care of it right away! Is there anything else you need, Naoki-san?"

"That's it," Naoki Nagayama said. "By the way, Michael will probably still be in Japan during the film festival and will attend the opening ceremony."

"Haha, that's wonderful!"

Shuichi Itō laughed out loud. Such an international superstar would naturally make the red carpet of the Tokyo International Film Festival even more dazzling!

"Naoki-san, why don't you pull one last trick and get Michael Jackson to perform at the opening ceremony?! That would make this film festival perfect!"

"Michael Jackson is having nine concerts this month!" Naoki Nagayama shook his head. "He definitely won't be available in October."

"Ugh"

Shuichi Itō was deeply saddened.

However, things are rarely perfect, so he quickly let it go and started chatting with Naoki Nagayama:

"Naoki-san, are you really not concerned about the judging process at this film festival?!"

"Huh?" Naoki Nagayama exclaimed in surprise, "Do you think you can refuse to give 'Departures' an award?"

I meant other movies.

"Forget it then. It's their business if other directors want to lobby the jury. I don't care."

Apart from Naoki Nagayama, no other director's films this year have been particularly outstanding, so he didn't want to push them too hard, nor did he intend to prevent others from winning awards.

"Okay~"

Itaru nodded. It seemed that as for awards, all they needed to do was ensure that "Departures" won.

They then discussed some preparations for the film festival, and Naoki Nagayama had basically no objections.

Let's leave it at that for now.

Naoki Nagayama saw Hiroka Kanai knocking on the door with a stack of documents, and quickly ended the conversation.

"I need to review the transaction report!"

"I'm unlikely to go to the Tree Friends Building this month. If you need anything, just call my mobile phone!"

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Since it was the first day of handling work with Tree Friends Capital, by the time I returned to Yama-oka-in in the evening, it was already past dinner time.

After calming Eitaro, who had eagerly run over, Naoki Nagayama entered the living room and found Akina playing with Natsuka.

"Naoki-san, welcome home~"

Akina greeted Naoki Nagayama with a smile and even guided the little guy.

"Hua Jiang, Daddy's home! Come and welcome him!"

The little one heard his mother's words, looked up at Naoki Nagayama, seemed to think for a moment, and then opened his arms:

"Hug~"

Upon hearing his daughter's words, Naoki Nagayama immediately broke into a worthless smile:

"Haha, okay. Daddy, come and hug Flower Jam!"

Then he hugged the little guy and kissed him a few times. Akina, who was sitting on the sofa, shook her head.

Naoki Nagayama held his daughter and swayed her around a few times. Seeing that Chieko Nakamori wasn't anywhere in the house, he asked in confusion:

"Where is Chieko-san?"

"Autumn is almost here. This afternoon I took my mom shopping for clothes. We walked around several streets, and she was probably tired, so we rested after dinner!"

Akina explained.

Chieko Nakamori had undergone surgery earlier this year, and being older, her body was quite weak. She didn't feel it while shopping, but afterwards, she experienced back and waist pain.

"I see." Naoki Nagayama glanced at Natsuka. "Did you bring flower sauce too?"

"Of course!"

Although Akina made most of Xiaoxia's clothes herself, she naturally didn't forget her daughter when shopping for clothes.

I bought a few stylish children's clothes.

"Um, doesn't your bubble factory have clothes?"

“Those flower jams have all been worn!” Akina said, naturally her daughter would try out the designs she created first.

After talking about the flower sauce for a while, Akina pulled Nagayama Naoki to sit on the sofa, then took out a mysterious box.

"Naoki-san, look! What a surprise!"

"?What's this?"

Naoki Nagayama placed the flower jam on the sofa, then opened the box. Inside was a pregnancy test!

"This is?!!"

Seeing the two lines on the pregnancy test, Naoki Nagayama was overjoyed and looked at Akina beside him.

"She's pregnant?!"

"Hmm," Akina smiled, "I said I'd take a test as soon as I got back, and it turns out I'm pregnant!!"

"!!!"

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

"Haha, we're having another baby!!"

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

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

"Yes, yes, you must take good care of yourself!" Naoki Nagayama quickly placed Akina on the sofa. "The baby isn't fully settled yet, you can't move around too much."

Then he looked at Akina excitedly:

"Has Akina already spoken to Chieko-san about this?"

"Yes, Ogasan already knows!"

"Haha, then I need to hurry and share the good news!"

Naoki Nagayama picked up the phone to call home. Such good news naturally had to be shared with others as soon as possible!

"Moshi Moshi, Mother! Akina is pregnant! You're going to have another grandson!"

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

"Moshi Moshi, Brother Feng, my family is going to have another child!"

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The phone calls were made to each of the relatives to share the good news. Seeing her husband's joyful and excited expression, Akina's smile grew even brighter.

Gently stroking her belly, she hoped that the baby would grow up quickly!

"Baby, so many people are looking forward to you~"

(End of this chapter)