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Xia Ye, however, spoke frankly, laughing as she said:
"However, it's not time to announce it yet, so please keep it a secret for now, Ms. Reiko!"
"Don't worry, I'll keep it a secret."
Reiko Kujo never expected that Eri Kisaki would find a young man—
As her rival, she knew Eri Kisaki's situation well. It seems that this queen of the legal world has not yet divorced that famous detective Kogoro Mouri, right?
but--
Although she herself had no experience, this kind of thing is not uncommon in Japan.
There's nothing for her to worry about; after all, it's someone else's private matter.
"Thank you, Reiko~"
Eri Kisaki wasn't worried about Reiko Kujo telling anyone, but she quickly changed the subject, pointing at Natsume and saying:
"Do I need to introduce him to you?"
"Need not!"
Reiko Kujo shook her head and looked at Natsume:
"Officer Natsuha Akiyama of the Metropolitan Police Department, you've been frequently seen in the news lately, and many people in our prosecutor's office are also discussing you—oh, by the way, we recently filed a public prosecution request against you for using excessive force, but it was rejected by our superiors and not submitted to the court."
.. ...... ....
"is it?"
Xia Ye hadn't expected this to happen.
However, he didn't care.
As Minister Odagiri mentioned last time.
He'll handle anything.
Even if he can't handle it.
There's also the Superintendent General of Police, who's above him.
If that doesn't work, there are various members of parliament and high-ranking government officials supported by the Suzuki family, as well as several cabinet members. So-called violent law enforcement can be easily resolved.
"You!"
Eri Kisaki complained irritably:
"Why are you always so angry? It was the same on Moonshadow Island, and it was the same in the abandoned factory. You're not happy unless a few people die, are you? Just catch them and sentence them to a few more years. Why do you have to do it yourself!"
"This is it~"
Xia Ye chuckled:
“That was a legitimate counterattack. Both times, the other side were vicious criminals who were armed. Wouldn’t you feel bad if I hadn’t gone all out and gotten hurt?”
I believe you!
Eri rolled her eyes charmingly, "With your current strength, it would be a miracle if ordinary mortals could even hurt you!"
However, while she didn't believe it, some people did.
Reiko Kujo, sitting opposite, interjected:
“Eri, I’ve heard about Officer Natsume’s operations; they were all very dangerous situations. To expect her to hold back under those circumstances would be asking too much…”
"All right--"
Reiko Kujo didn't understand Natsume and was easily fooled by him. Eri Kisaki didn't explain, but instead went along with what Reiko was saying:
"I won't nag you this time for Reiko's sake. Just be careful not to overstep your bounds!"
"I understand!"
Natsume gave Eri Kisaki face and readily agreed to pay attention, then looked at Reiko Kujo and said with a light laugh:
"Thank you, Miss Kujo—"
"However, since Ms. Kujo and Eri are friends, I'll call you by your name just like she does. It might be a bit abrupt, but I hope Reiko doesn't mind?"
"..."
Reiko Kujo was somewhat speechless.
It's really abrupt for someone you've just met to call you by your name!
She looked at Eri, but Eri smiled and gave her a look that said, "It's your decision, you can refuse if you want," clearly indicating that she wasn't going to get involved.
She then pondered for a moment.
A faint smile appeared on her delicate, pretty face:
"Whatever you want~"
Just as some people in the procuratorate proposed to file a lawsuit against Xia Ye for her violent law enforcement, instructions came down from above immediately.
All charges against Xia Ye will not be enforced!
After that incident, Reiko Kujo knew—
Xia Ye's background extends beyond the Metropolitan Police Department; it even involves the Prosecutor's Office, and at a high level.
For these reasons.
Reiko Kujo agreed to let Natsume call her by her name.
Despite her upright conduct, commitment to justice, and adherence to the law, she is not without reason.
However, he is not opposed to being friends with someone with a powerful background like Xia Ye.
She follows the rules, but she's not rigid.
In Japanese society, especially in public service systems like the prosecutor's office and the Metropolitan Police Department, having connections and not having connections make a world of difference.
It's exhausting to rely on yourself alone!
After exchanging names, the previous awkwardness disappeared, and Eri Kisaki and Reiko Kujo began to discuss Rio Takeyama's case, with Natsume occasionally chiming in, and the atmosphere gradually warmed up.
This pleased Xia Ye. For a somewhat old-fashioned woman like Kujo Reiko, it was enough to make a good impression at first. It had to be done slowly; getting to know her quickly was practically impossible—unless some special methods were used...
Chapter 431 Xiaolan: She started this fire, but now she's here to torment me, huh?
Chatted for a while.
Eri Kisaki summoned a waiter.
The three of them chatted quite amiably from the moment they sat down, and they haven't eaten yet, they've only had a cup of coffee.
"Reiko, what would you like to eat?"
As the hostess, Eri Kisaki handed the menu brought by the waiter to Reiko Kujo so she could order.
Reiko Kujo ordered a steak.
"Then I'll have steak too!"
Eri Kisaki took the menu that Reiko Kujo had returned and handed it to Natsume.
She doesn't need a menu to order here, since she and Yukiko used to come here often and could just order whatever they wanted.
Oh, right.
This waiter was also someone she knew.
Her name is Chiyo Hotaru, it's a nice name.
"Medium-rare, thank you~"
"You all eat steak?"
Xia Ye took the menu, but didn't open it. Instead, she smiled and joked:
"If I don't order steak—"
"I feel like I'll be ostracized by you guys!"
"Never mind, I'll have a steak too, well-done, please~"
This last sentence was said to the waitress next to him.
"Yes, sir."
The waitress smiled sweetly.
Unlike some pretentious novels where people think eating well-done steak is just plain stupid—
Many people order well-done steak in Western restaurants!
There's nothing to be surprised about.
and.
These three are all celebrities in Tokyo.
Attorney Eri Kisaki is a regular here.
She often eats and chats here with that super famous actress, Yukiko.
The waitresses also have photos and autographs of themselves.
As for Ms. Reiko Kujo today—
The report said she was Attorney Fei's adversary.
However, the two are now chatting and laughing in harmony.
It wasn't like a confrontational scene in court at all.
So they were friends in private!
I really want to ask Ms. Kujo for a photo and autograph too!
The waitress hesitated for a moment.
Miss "297" looks so aloof.
Similar to the previous lawyer, Fei.
If it weren't for the approachable Yukiko, she wouldn't have dared to ask for an autograph last time.
But I really want it, what should I do?
"Miss Ying?"
Seeing the waitress suddenly space out after receiving the menu, Eri Kisaki asked softly:
"Are you OK?"
"what?"
The waiter, as if waking from a dream, quickly blushed and said:
"I'm fine, sorry, I was spacing out..."
"It's okay~"
Eri Kisaki, of course, wouldn't be angry at a little girl, and smiled to indicate that everything was alright.
"I'll go and order for the three of you right away!"
"Wait a moment!"
Xia Ye waved and called out to her.
He smiled and asked, seeing her puzzled look:
"You were staring at Reiko just now—"
Is there anything you want to ask?
"Eh?"
The waiter seemed a little surprised, then said apologetically:
"I want Ms. Kujo's autograph..."