Nobuhiko Horikawa suddenly discovered that Tanaka Ei's attitude towards Tao Zhiming was closer than he thought.

How was this done? He was sure that Tao Zhiming had never met Tan Zhong Rong before. And this kind of closeness was not because he was indispensable to Tan Zhong Rong in terms of interests. It was just the appreciation revealed in his eyes, with a kind of likeness.

Yes...the old father-in-law saw a very satisfied son-in-law.

Naturally, he could not have imagined that Tao Zhiming would make Tan Zhongrong his confidant based on some "compliment" he received on the way here.

He is not someone who is easily impressed. He is a very famous figure in the history of neon.

Tao Zhiming treated this strange meeting that he attended as if it was just a place. After sitting down, he just listened quietly as they started talking.

But Horikawa Nobuhiko and Kijima Genichi seemed to be calm and just chatted.

Tanaka Ei was still more "frank". Seeing that he couldn't get to the main topic, he said calmly: "Kijima-kun and I are both old, and our bodies are not as good as before. Horikawa-kun also made a special trip from Kansai to talk things over.

Having said that, let’s go home early and have a good rest.”

In a simple sentence, the result has been made clear: everything is fine, don't fight.

Horikawa Nobuhiko bowed his head and said yes, paused for a moment before looking at Kijima Genichi, and replied meaningfully: "The plan proposed by Kijima-san is a good idea. Tanaka-san, since you trust Kijima-san and Tao Jun, then

I don’t need to worry too much.”

It sounds as if he is thinking about Tanaka Ei, but Tanaka Ei now trusts Kijima Genichi to put Kitayuki Yuko next to Tao Zhiming.

Tanaka Rong smiled lightly: "Actually, it's not a big deal. Don't worry, I can still be of some use, but not now. Speaking of which, Horikawa-kun and Tao-jun seem to be planning some big plans?"

Horikawa Nobuhiko looked at Kijima Genichi, thought for a moment and then said: "That's true. The plan to promote tourism development around Kansai culture hopes to enhance each other's strength."

"Then at this time, wouldn't it be better for the three of you to cooperate?" Tanaka Rong said in a matter-of-fact tone, but then he smiled, "Of course, I am already old, this is just a suggestion."

"Tanaka-san's suggestion... is very pertinent." Nobuhiko Horikawa just said this.

This seems to be the method Kijima Genichi used to persuade Horikawa Nobuhiko.

The current result seems that he has indeed convinced Horikawa Nobuhiko.

But there seems to be more fog surrounding Tao Zhiming.

The three of them, as well as Kodama Shifu, Hachiman Research Association, Gekkosou... What is the intricate relationship between these people?

It seemed that Nobuhiko Horikawa came just to confirm Tanaka Ei's attitude, but it seemed that Tanaka Ei's attitude alone was not enough, so he still refused to say goodbye and leave.

Tanaka Ei, who was all-powerful back then, took a deep look at Nobuhiko Horikawa, and then said lightly: "That's right, do you need someone with more weight now? Let me make a call."

"...Don't dare." Although Horikawa Nobuhiko's expression was a little embarrassed, the matter had been brought to this level, and he had to clarify the situation and get some clearer guarantees.

"Tao Jun, let me borrow your mobile phone." Tan Zhongrong looked at Tao Zhiming and smiled.

"……please."

…

At this time, Jun Kaifu, who had attended the embassy reception, returned to the residence and was also having a secret conversation with someone.

"Kaifu-san, if you decide to do this, you will immediately face great internal and external pressure."

This is Taro Ozawa, who is known as the Kesaikai, one of the seven followers of the Takegami sect. He came after hearing the news and looked at Jun Kaifu's anxious expression: "More than ten years ago, wasn't it because Tanaka-san tried to

Did Xia Guo serve as a balancing support that led to the outbreak of the Lockheed incident?"

"This is necessary!" Jun Kaifu said categorically, "Only with this support, there won't be much resistance to what I do next. Ozawa-san, now that you have become the agent of the Takegami faction

President, then you should take on the position of Secretary-General!"

"...Where is Hashimoto-san?"

"As Minister of Finance, Hashimoto-san, it is more important to focus on provincial affairs at this critical moment. His Secretary-General is acting on an acting basis. Ozawa-san, I know that you have a good relationship with the Ming Party. You will be the Secretary-General.

If so, even if there will still be certain differences among other factions within us, we can at least win more support from the outside world!" Jun Kaifu spoke sincerely.

Taro Ozawa's expression changed. The position of Secretary-General is a step to the Prime Minister.

Hashimoto Taro was greatly trained by Takegami, but after all, he was a little more qualified than him.

After hearing Jun Kaifu mention the establishment of the Mei Party supported by the Hachiman Research Association, Ozawa Taro confirmed: "Kaifu-san, is this the purpose of your first trip to Kyoto?"

"That's why I invited Tanaka-san to attend the reception at the Xia Kingdom Embassy today!"

At this time, someone at the door said respectfully: "I'm sorry. Mr. Ozawa, there is an important phone number for you. It was... Mr. Tanaka opened it."

Ozawa Taro's expression was stern, and then he said in a deep voice: "Come in."

…

Taro Hashimoto on the other side was also asking Takegami for advice.

"Tanaka-san, in front of you, would you like to ask Tao Jun to meet you after the reception?" Takegami looked a little surprised.

"Yes." Taro Hashimoto nodded, "Then I found the opportunity to ask Tao Jun, and he said that he couldn't figure out what was going on, but Nobuhiko Horikawa from Daiichi Kanye Bank had already left for Tokyo at that time.

.”

Taketa frowned and thought for a long time.

Since resigning due to the Likulut incident, he has not been held accountable or convicted like Tanaka Ei. But even Tanaka Ei, who had gone through that situation, still exerted influence for a long time with the help of the Tanaka faction.

In this process, there is naturally the need for the original Tanaka faction to fight against other aristocratic factions, and the reason why Tanaka Ei is still needed as a link.

But since Takegami and others "betrayed" Tanaka Ei and founded the current Takeshita sect four years ago, Tanaka Rong coincidentally suffered from a cerebral infarction that year, and the people outside the Takegami sect were regarded as traitors.

But now, Jun Kaifu invited Tanaka Ei to attend today's meeting and began to keep in close contact with Tao Zhiming. Could it be that Jun Kaifu and the others have any new ideas about the plan proposed by Tao Zhiming?

When Takegami thought of this, he said: "The plan of the Mitsui Foundation must not change! Hashimoto-kun, after the day after tomorrow, after the capital of Tibet Province, you must hear from Mitsui, Sumitomo, and Tao Jun about the actual progress of their plans. I

You need to contact other people! At this time, Tanaka-san suddenly became active again, I am afraid there is some very special reason."

"I see."

…

Tao Zhiming still didn't know yet, but Tanaka Rong's sudden public appearance aroused many people's thoughts.

But after hearing his phone call, Taro Ozawa came here shortly afterwards, and Tao Zhiming couldn't help but sigh that his power was still there.

Taro Ozawa was quite surprised when he saw Tao Zhiming, but he was even more confused when he saw that they were with Nobuhiko Horikawa and Genichi Kijima.

Tanaka Rong said in a very straightforward and nonchalant tone: "At that time, you were one of my most effective assistants. In cooperation with the Ming Party, which was founded shortly at that time, and the Hachiman Research Society, you were responsible for many things."

Shima-san is also here, and he suddenly came to visit me, and Kaifu-san suddenly invited me to attend today's reception, so please tell me what kind of role you want me to play."

"...I'm ashamed, I'm surprised too. Tanaka-san, please don't misunderstand..."

"I have no misunderstanding." Tanaka Rong waved his hand, "I have also seen what happened to Takegami-san and Uno-san this year. It feels familiar. Now I want to use some things in the past to make preparations without worrying about my feelings.

.I am already old, and it would be good to be able to play a little role again."

"...Yes." Taro Ozawa stopped insisting, but still glanced at Tao Zhiming, "Then Mr. Tao..."

"You guys talk, Tao Jun and I will go to another place to talk."

After Tanaka Rong finished speaking, he stood up immediately. Tao Zhiming was confused, as if he was not suitable to know some of the old things they were going to talk about.

As a result, after Tanaka Rong and he arrived at another teahouse in the courtyard, he smiled calmly and said: "I know what you are planning. You have many questions now, and I also know."

"...What is Tanaka-san referring to?"

Tanaka Rong's face showed pride, and then said: "As a descendant of the Xia Kingdom, you are planning to build a new consortium in Neon, but you can get the support of Takegami and the others. Do you think it is just because you have a good relationship with the Tao family?

, have you received the support of those capitals in the United States?”

Tao Zhiming was shocked, surprised that a character like Tanaka Rong could now have such a top-level source of information.

But there was something in Tanaka Rong's words, and he couldn't help but look at Tanaka Rong.

"The thing is not surprising. Have you forgotten what Kaifu-san said today? 'If he serves as a bridge, it will definitely be very helpful to the friendship between our two countries.' Do you understand?" Tanaka Ei looked at him deeply.

.

Tao Zhiming pondered for a long time, and suddenly he had an idea and said: "You mean... I am also part of the balancing strategy?"

Tanaka Rong nodded in approval, and then in this tea room, he explained many things that Tao Zhiming didn't know before.

Since Neon became the world's second largest economy 20 years ago, many of Neon's "insightful people" have actually foreseen this situation today.

They also knew clearly that given Neon's condition, it would be difficult to escape this attack.

But regarding how to deal with the big storm in the future, they are divided into many factions. There are the Zhenglun faction who feel that they are hard-core and want to completely strive for a change in status; there are also the situation faction who know that their father is still here and that Neon has its own national conditions.

.

But no matter which faction is involved, there are three big mountains that cannot be avoided: the economic form based on consortiums, the political structure with obvious characteristics of aristocratic families, and the external environment that is deeply affected by diplomacy, defense and media.

So from that moment on, Neon’s struggle for more than two decades began.

One of the most important things is that taking advantage of the opportunity of the United States to win over Xia State to fight against Hongsu, Neon hopes to normalize relations with Xia State and expand its investment in Xia State, so that Neon can gain an advantage in the external environment.

More room for compromise.

This matter was accomplished through the efforts of Tanaka Rong.

How could the United States not know the little Jiujiu in Neon’s heart?

Tao Zhiming asked unexpectedly after hearing a little bit: "Did the Lockheed incident be ambush for you a long time ago?"
To be continued...