Along the way.
Nagano Naoo lowered his head and followed the three people silently with a very respectful expression on his face.
Ryutaro Hashimoto has a slicked-back hair, which is shiny and greasy because of the mousse. His meticulous appearance makes him look like a professional Yakuza leader.
He stood straight, walked steadily, and looked serious, completely different from his previous talkative and laughing self, which was in line with the stereotype of a politician.
Koizumi looked much more sloppy, with a hunched back and undyed hair. Although his hair was combed and parted in the middle, the sides of his hair were probably bulging up from sleeping, making it look like a bird's nest.
Such an image can't help but make people want to laugh. Come to think of it, this guy is now the Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare, but he doesn't care about his image.
The most interesting thing is that neither Hashimoto nor Koizumi brought any bodyguards, and they didn't look at all pretentious.
Therefore, after the initial shock and excitement, many strange thoughts always pop up in my mind.
For example, if you hit these two guys on the back of their heads, will history become different from what you know? For another example, if you throw a banana peel on the ground, will it change the direction of the future?
There are also things like, if I mess up Hashimoto's meticulous hairstyle, what will be that guy's reaction? Or if I tidy up Koizumi's bird's nest hair, will he thank me?
Of course, apart from that, I really want to say, it’s just a few notebooks, what’s the big deal.
But when I suddenly came into contact with this level, I had to admit that I was a little nervous, and I had an indescribable complex feeling in my heart.
It turns out that I have such a high starting point!!
Just like that, he followed a few people like a bodyguard or a killer all the way and unknowingly arrived in front of a European-style building.
On the iron-style and cement-tile wall hangs a piece of black-and-gold-plated lettering - Ami-machi Mitsui Club.
Here we are.
It was no longer convenient for Naoto Nagano to move forward.
In a society with strict hierarchy, a club like this one, which is only open to middle-level and above leaders of the Mitsui Group, is not accessible to small people.
But the people in front stopped, and Ida Yoko turned around and said, "Nagano, come in with me."
Very confused.
However, this was not the time to resolve the doubts, so Nagano Nao hurriedly responded and followed.
Since then, it has attracted the attention of many people.
Both Ryutaro Hashimoto and Harunami Koizumi are stars in the political arena, and the former is almost certain to be the future Prime Minister. The two appear on television and in newspapers every day, and it can be said that everyone knows them.
Even though neither of them paid any attention to Nagano Nao, following behind them immediately sent a signal.
As soon as you enter the door.
Everyone in the club gave him strange looks.
The most eye-catching one is a girl with a sweet face, fair and delicate skin, and a pair of cute big eyes. The first impression she gives is that she is a good girl in her father's house.
But the most unique thing is that she looks pure and lovely in a luxurious light-colored kimono. In formal occasions where both men and women wear suits, she stands out from the crowd.
Sakurako Ikeda.
Nagano Nao is the social queen of this generation and a huge drinker.
But at this moment, Ikeda was disguising herself too well. Several boys who came with their parents were chatting her up, and this guy's fair face was filled with shyness, and even blushed.
Damn! You can pretend to be shy, but how did you make your face blush?
But she hid her hand in her wide sleeves and gave me a middle finger.
Nagano Nao didn't dare to act weird and stopped, while the three people in front were already greeting people.
Although he didn't know any of them, since they were able to come here, they must be real big shots. At least Nagano Nao recognized one guy, who was Toyota's current executive officer.
This guy brought his child with him and got to know Hashimoto and Koizumi like he was practicing Toad Kung Fu. His 90-degree courtesy showed that he was very respectful.
Of course, there were also many adults who came with their children to say hello. It was obvious that the club exists as a place for the upper class to build strong connections.
Sakurako Ikeda was able to get here on her own, so her status must be very high. This guy's grandfather is Hayato Ikeda, and although her father is not in politics, he is also a member of the Nikikai.
The so-called Niki-kai is of course inseparable from Mitsui. The post-war Mitsui and the current Mitsui are two different concepts. After the split, Mitsui is no longer completely controlled by Mitsui, and the real management is the Niki-kai.
Among them, Mitsui Bank, Mitsui & Co., Ltd., and Mitsui Fudosan Company are the three pillar companies of the consortium. The heads of these three companies form the highest leadership core and represent the Mitsui Consortium externally.
In addition, there are companies such as Toyota and Toshiba that are strong and independent.
However, there is no doubt that those who can become members of the Nikikai are the real elites of Japan, and those who serve as officers or executive directors are the top decision-makers.
At this moment, Ikeda Sakurako looked like a good girl in her father's house, greeting everyone as Hashimoto-san, Koizumi-san and Ida-san. Hashimoto and Koizumi's attitude towards her was obviously different from others, and they chatted with her for a few more words with a smile.
Nagano Nao secretly cursed the damn society of favors. Other people’s starting point is the end point of his life’s struggle.
Although it is not known which faction the Ikeda family belongs to in the Nikikai, the fact that she receives different treatment from others is enough to show that Sakurako Ikeda is definitely not ordinary.
It is a bit surprising that Hashimoto, Koizumi or Iida are all related to Mitsui.
If you think about it carefully, it seems natural. Keio itself is inseparable from Mitsui, and how could the guys who were born in Keio and were able to climb to high positions be separated from Mitsui's network of contacts.
Not long after, Hashimoto and Koizumi left.
Iida Yoko didn't stay long. He patted Nagano Nao's shoulder, gave him a look that told him to integrate into the circle, and then strode away.
Once these people left, the guys who brought their children to the social scene also went upstairs for the meeting, and only the young people were left in the club, chatting with each other.
The club seemed to have turned into a cocktail party.
Young men and women gathered together, drinking red wine and bonding with each other.
Ikeda Sakurako poured two glasses of red wine and handed them over. She said with obvious interest, "Nagano, you are a very secretive guy. When did you get in touch with the Minister of Finance, the Minister of Health and Welfare, and the Japanese Ikuo? Did your eldest brother die like that unlucky guy from the Sato family?"
Poof! Nagano Nao unceremoniously sprayed Ikeda Sakurako in the face.
"This is a kimono made by Master Miyazaki of Kyoto Zen. It's worth 30 million. You probably can't afford it from your current condition. If you don't give me a satisfactory answer, I can only compensate you with my body. But to thank you, I will definitely let you walk with the help of a wall."
Ikeda Sakurako wiped her face gracefully, gave a charming smile and whispered, but the wine stains on her sleeves expressed her strong determination.
If you only look at her delicate face and her enchanting figure, such words are really exciting, but knowing Ikeda Sakurako's past, Nagano Nagano not only feels a headache, but also a deep regret.
Such a beautiful woman, why doesn't she take care of her body? Damn it!
With a regret that he couldn't tell others, Nagano Nao said everything: "It probably has nothing to do with the Nakamura family. Before that, I went to Nippon Life Insurance for an interview and submitted a very important proposal."
"Important plan? So it's because you are working for Nippon Seiho now and have been appreciated by Ida Yoko?"
(End of this chapter)