Chapter 531 The essence of power is distribution, meeting the old boss

“Very good, since no one has any objections, then let’s continue the meeting. Today is a happy day, and we should not let some idiots affect our mood.”

After turning around and taking in everyone’s reactions, Aoyama Hidenobu smiled with satisfaction.

He walked back to his seat and sat down, looking at everyone and said calmly: “Although Director Fujimoto is no longer in office, I have no intention of changing the rules he set. Since this set of rules has been running smoothly in Hokkaido for so many years, it has proved its rationality and superiority, so everything can remain the same, except that from now on, Director Fujimoto will serve you and I will serve you.”

“I don’t think it’s appropriate!” Mitsuiura, who had just defended Aoyama Hidenobu and angrily criticized Oda Maya, said loudly.

In an instant, everyone’s eyes were focused on him, confused and astonished, “Are you a traitor too?”

Aoyama Hidenobu’s eyes narrowed slightly, “Oh?”

“Minister Aoyama has only been in Hokkaido for half a year and he has to take on the task of serving everyone. He is so young and has to bear such a great pressure. It is really inappropriate to continue with the previous distribution method. I suggest that everyone give another portion to Minister Aoyama as a way of thanking him for his hard work for us!” Mitsuiura stood up and looked around, saying righteously.

idiot!

Everyone cursed inwardly.

If you want to lick Aoyama Hidenori, then just give him a bigger share from your own share. Why do you have to kidnap us and you are the only one who takes the limelight, damn!
This kind of person is the most fucking annoying.

“Mitsui-kun is right. I agree. As the saying goes, those who are capable should work harder and those who are capable should get more.”

“The original distribution method was inappropriate…”

Everyone else was forced to scramble to follow suit.

“Hahahahaha.” Aoyama Hidenobu held his knees with both hands and laughed. He waved to Mitsuiura to sit down and said loudly, “I appreciate the kindness of Mitsui-kun and the others, but I don’t pursue material things too much, so there is no need to mention this matter. Everything remains unchanged and the original way is carried out.”

He doesn’t lack this little money, and if he agrees, these people will probably be unhappy.

However, he was still very happy that Mitsuiura took the initiative to make this suggestion. This was not only to please him, but also a thorough expression of loyalty.

Mitsuiura made this suggestion at the risk of offending everyone present, which shows his determination to actively move closer to himself. Such a person must of course be rewarded so that others can see the benefits of following him.

Aoyama Hidenobu remembered that Mitsuiura was the chief of the Akabira City Police Station. Akabira City used to be an important coal mining city, but in recent years, the economy has plummeted with the decrease in demand for coal and the closure of mines.

Therefore, this method of collecting money centrally by the police headquarters and then distributing it according to units is very friendly to the police station in poor places like Mitsuiura. Therefore, he can fully support Aoyama Hidenobu without any pressure.

Obihiro City, where Maya Oda is located, has a relatively developed economy and collects a lot of black money. Driven by greed, they are naturally dissatisfied with this distribution method, so they want to split up when the power of the headquarters changes.

People like Oda Maya who destroy the unity of the gang out of selfish desires must be severely punished, and others must see the consequences of opposing him and destroying unity.

Therefore, Aoyama Hidenobu already had the idea of ​​swapping the positions of Oda Maya and Mitsuiura.

Relying on Haruno Takayoshi, he has obtained a lot of dirty information about the high-ranking officials in the Hokkaido police system. It would be fine if these people were obedient, but if they were not, they would be doomed.

“Minister Aoyama is truly indifferent to fame and fortune and has a noble character. Mitsui admires you. It is people like you who should lead us all so that we can be treated equally!” Mitsuiura licked his face and flattered him before sitting down.

After some greetings, we entered the crucial stage.

“Pa pa!” Aoyama Hidenobu clapped his hands.

The camphorwood door behind him was slowly pulled open to the sides, revealing a room. At this time, the room was neatly filled with stacks of banknotes stacked into a cube.

The meter-high mountain of money made everyone’s breathing quicken and their hearts pound. Even though this had happened many times over the years, everyone still couldn’t hide their excitement every time the money was divided.

Aoyama Hidenobu stood up and walked to the mountain of money, reached out and touched it, and said with a smile: “I will call out your names one by one and come to collect your rewards.”

He wanted to distribute the money to these people personally.

The essence of power is distribution, just like only the king of beasts has the power to distribute food. Now he distributes the benefits, and he is the king of everyone.

After dividing the money, everyone’s face was beaming.

The originally somewhat tense and depressing atmosphere completely dissipated, and people began to clink glasses, sing and dance.

“Knock, knock!” Aoyama Hidenobu knocked on the table.

The noisy crowd gradually quieted down and everyone looked at him, waiting to listen to his speech.

“I think Maya Oda is not suitable for the position of Chief of Obihiro City Police Station. I plan to exchange her with Mitsuiura. Do you have any opinions?” Aoyama Hidenobu played with the wine glass and slowly swept his eyes over the crowd.

Sanjiura was stunned at first, then his face turned red with excitement, knowing that the reward for being a bootlicker had come.

The others were like being poured a bucket of cold water. The joy of dividing the money in their hearts was completely extinguished. They realized that Aoyama Hidenobu was killing the chicken to scare the monkey, and was clearly telling everyone that if they went against him, they would end up like Oda Maya, and if they followed him, they would end up like Mitsuiura.

“I think Minister Aoyama has a point. Oda Maya has obviously forgotten that we are a collective and is only thinking about her own interests. She should be punished severely.”

“That’s right. The reason why we have been able to get along smoothly for so many years is because of our unity. Oda-kun is really confused. I think he has been blinded by the prosperity of Obihiro City. Let him go to Akabira City to calm down.”

“Minister Qingshan, that’s a great idea. I support you!”

Everyone expressed their opinions, because they all knew that anyone who opposed at this time would suffer the same fate as Oda.

“Thank you, Minister Aoyama!” Mitsuiura ecstatically rushed out from behind the desk, rolled and crawled, and said excitedly: “After I take office, I will definitely learn from Oda’s example and manage Obihiro City for the minister to create more benefits for everyone!”

After eating and drinking, Aoyama Hidenobu left first.

“Farewell Minister Qingshan!”

Everyone stood up, bowed and shouted in unison. Aoyama Hidenobu left with big strides, followed closely by Jin Yucheng and Haruno Takayoshi, one martial artist and one scholar.

After getting in the car and checking his watch, he saw that it was already past nine in the evening. He said, “Let’s go to Fujimoto’s house.”

Takaei Fujimoto has returned to Hokkaido, but he has never visited him. After drinking some wine tonight, he suddenly wanted to go and see him.

To be fair, Fujimoto Takaei did nothing wrong to Aoyama Hidenobu. On the contrary, he was indeed unkind and took advantage of Aoyama’s trust to stab him in the back.

“Hi!” Jin Yucheng responded.

Haruno Takayoshi’s expression looked a little unnatural. After all, he was also a traitor who handed over all the information that Fujimoto Takayoshi had entrusted him to keep to Aoyama Hidenori.

If this were not the case, it would not have been so easy for Aoyama Hidenobu to accept Fujimoto Takayoshi’s inheritance.

Aoyama Hidenobu noticed the change in his expression and smiled slightly, “Haruno-kun, don’t worry. This director won’t blame you. After all, even he has never been on guard against me. You were tricked by me and had to betray him and join me. This is also human nature.”

Haruno Takayoshi could only smile bitterly upon hearing this.

If I had refused Aoyama Hidenobu’s gift the first time he gave it to me, perhaps I wouldn’t be in this situation today. It’s all because of greed.

………………………………

Twenty minutes later, we arrived at Takae Fujimoto’s house.

Jin Yucheng was waiting in the car. Haruno Takayoshi hurriedly got out, bent down and opened the back door. After Aoyama Hidenobu got out, he closed the door and followed him to Fujimoto’s house, and rang the doorbell first.

“Dingle bell! Dingle bell!”

The bell rang for about ten seconds before the door opened.

The middle-aged woman who opened the door was stunned for a moment when she saw Haruno Takayoshi, then bowed slightly: “Secretary Haruno.”

“Minister Aoyama is here to visit me. Is he home?” Haruno Takayoshi asked, returning the salute.

The middle-aged woman glanced at Aoyama Hidenobu, then nodded and replied, “He’s alone in the backyard.”

Obviously, Fujimoto Takaei did not tell his family about the inside story of why he was forced to retire, otherwise he would not have such a good face when facing Aoyama Hidenobu.

Aoyama Hidenobu brought Haruno Takayoshi to the backyard of the villa and saw Fujimoto Takaei sitting alone under a tree smoking. In just half a month, his fat body had visibly become thinner and his back looked much more desolate.

“Don’t bother me. I’ve lost my appetite.”

Hearing the sound of footsteps, Takaei Fujimoto said something without turning his head, his voice low and hoarse.

After not getting a response, Fujimoto Takaei realized something was wrong. He slowly turned his head and saw Aoyama Hidenobu. His face suddenly darkened. He snorted coldly and said, “Are you here to show off?”

“Boss.” Haruno Takayoshi bowed.

“I’m not anymore.” Fujimoto Takaei looked at him with complicated eyes but didn’t say anything accusing.

“I’m here to apologize.” Aoyama Hidenobu bowed solemnly, and after bending for more than three seconds, he straightened up and said, “Since I came to Hokkaido, the director has shown me a lot of care and trust, which I will always remember in my heart…”

“So this is how you repay me?” Fujimoto Takaei interrupted him, his eyes taunting, “Your way of repaying a favor is really peculiar.”

“The fault this time is mine, and I am sorry to you, Director. But there is no other way. I am too eager to gain more power. Only in this way can I complete my revenge and ideals as soon as possible. For this, I have to do whatever it takes.” Aoyama Hidenobu said sincerely.

Fujimoto Takaei could tell that he was speaking from the heart, and there was no need to lie to a retired former boss, so he couldn’t help but be curious, “You are only 26 or 27 this year? You have already been promoted to Superintendent of Police. You will definitely go one step further before you turn 30, and you will be able to join the National Police Agency at 40. With the reputation you have accumulated during your time as a police officer and the background of the Hikokawa family, you will definitely win the election even if you run for a seat in the National Assembly, and you will be able to join the cabinet before you turn 50. Even so, you are still considered young in the political arena. What are you in such a hurry for?”

“You can obviously get a seat in the cabinet by following the procedures, but you are so impatient. The consequence will only destabilize your foundation and cause more trouble and more fear. It will even slow down your progress in the future. The gain is not worth the loss!”

Because if I follow the normal procedures, I will have to wait at least 30 years before I have the chance to become prime minister. I can’t wait to kick out those corrupt old men in the cabinet.

Will the same thing be the same if you get it in your thirties or forties or if you get it in your fifties or sixties?

If he comes to power through elections in a step-by-step manner, he will have to compete with various forces and practice the art of compromise at his old age; if he comes to power through a coup, he can directly fabricate charges and eliminate all opponents, have the final say, and devote more time and energy to harming the country and the people.

“Please take care of yourself, Director. You will see that day, and then you will understand why I am so anxious.” Aoyama Hidenobu said seriously.

Old man, I guarantee you will be scared when the time comes.

Fujimoto Takaei looked at him deeply, nodded and said, “Okay, I want to see what kind of ambition and ideal can make you lose your mind, but I guess if you continue like this, I will see the day when you kill yourself, hehe.”

“In order to achieve the goal in my heart, I have already put life and death aside!” Aoyama Hidenobu said in a loud voice, and there was no falsehood in his words.

If you were afraid of death, you wouldn’t think of staging a coup.

Instead, just be your own policeman honestly.

Feeling Aoyama Hidenobu’s courage to not fear death in order to achieve his ideals, Fujimoto Takaei was shocked. He opened his mouth to say something but closed it again.

But I really don’t hate Aoyama Hidenobu that much anymore.

Aoyama Hidenobu bowed and turned away.

Haruno Takayoshi bowed and hurriedly followed.

(End of this chapter)