Infinite: Progressing from Arasaka

"...well."

Upon entering the library, taking her seat, and opening her review notes for Kamii University, Touka Kirishima sighed softly.

"Manager, Dad, Mom, Ayato... can I still grasp the future?"

CCG 1st Division Headquarters.

Class II, the door is marked as Russell's office.

"Their future? I only design two futures for them: either legal or illegal. Oh, excluding 'Aogiri Tree' and Ghoul that commit murder."

With a faint smile, Vera put down the battle report in her hand.

How can it be legal? The power to interpret the legal provisions rests with her.

"The time has come to achieve complete success."

With her elbows and forearms resting on the desk, Vera's eyes sparkled with a certain light.

The deception and the reality are intertwined; like boiling a frog in lukewarm water, the time is ripe.

The Clown Organization, the V Organization, the Aogiri Tree, the Washuu Clan, the Shirogane, and even Kishou Arima's Zero Division... all these risks must be eliminated one by one.

Then, let's move the troops. They should be here soon...

160

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"A storm is brewing, and the wind fills the tower..."

In the city center, Kanami Tsukiyama Corporation, stopped gently stroking a potted plant on the edge of the second-floor viewing balcony of her family mansion. Touching the railing, she gazed at the Tokyo skyline with a heavy heart, saying nothing.

This is the ancestral home of the Tsukiyama Family. It was built and passed down for over a hundred years, starting with the first generation of the Tsukiyama family in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The environment is serene, the area is vast, and the house is luxurious and grand, worthy of being named a palace.

Despite the devastation of LeMay's firebombing during World War II, the family has remained prosperous. Even today, in Tokyo's prime real estate market where land prices are soaring, they continue to purchase land and expand their businesses. Meanwhile, the surrounding area is prohibited from high-rise buildings to increase privacy and comfort, demonstrating the immense power, extensive political and financial connections, and substantial wealth of the Tsukiyama Family.

However, wealth should not be flaunted, nor should riches be displayed openly.

Good fortune and misfortune are intertwined; the good fortune of the Tsukiyama Family ultimately brought misfortune upon itself.

A jackal called United States!

Just as Kanami Tsukiyama was racking her brains for a way to break the deadlock, the half-closed door behind her creaked open, and a mature and composed woman with short black hair, dressed in a traditional black and white maid outfit, walked in quietly.

"My lady, the police officers from the Metropolitan Police Department have left."

"It's Matsumae- kun."

Without turning her head, Kanami Tsukiyama asked, "Where is Kiyoko?"

"Ye is comforting Young Master Xi in the reception hall. Young Master Xi, he..."

A woman named Matsumae answered.

Are you blaming yourself?

In a voice barely audible to those around him, Kanami Tsukiyama murmured, "Originally, I was glad that Xi had this awareness of self-reflection and change. If he can overcome this calamity and get out of it on his own, I think he will be truly mature and reach another level. At that time, he will be a qualified heir of the Tsukiyama Family, not just a 'gourmet' who succumbs to desire and indulgence."

"Unfortunately, with wolves and tigers all around, the current tense situation will no longer give Xi enough time to calm down."

Kanami Tsukiyama's Side View.

He could clearly see the Metropolitan Police Department officers leaving outside the metal fence gate of the courtyard, as well as a new uninvited guest: a black official car pulled over, and a Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office investigator got out.

This is not the first time.

For the past three weeks, police and officials from various judicial departments have frequently visited the restaurant to inquire about the fact that the real estate company owning the land in the 'Ghoul Restaurant Case' is controlled by the Moonlight Group, and that the restaurant appears to have received investment from the Moonlight Group when it was established.

Moreover, their attitudes were quite intriguing; some were polite, while others were arrogant and rude. They also had clear objectives, specifically asking Shuu Tsukiyama to consult on some matters and take statements, rather than getting entangled with the experienced and composed Kanami Tsukiyama.

Whether it's easier to see the King of Hell than to deal with the underlings, or whether high-ranking officials are scheming and greedy while low-ranking officials can't go against their wishes... Kanami Tsukiyama didn't know.

The only certainty is that Shuu Tsukiyama's reckless and neurotic decision to open Ghoul Restaurant, as well as the clues of his abnormal financial transactions, have been uncovered one by one.

According to his friends in political circles, the criminal charges currently being drafted by the judiciary against the Moon Clan include—

Economic crimes, negligence and dereliction of duty, victim compensation, economic bribery, large-scale tax evasion, illegal collusion with officials...

Thinking of this, with no discernible emotion in her eyes behind her round-framed glasses, Kanami Tsukiyama turned and asked, "Regarding the proposal for joint pressure to save ourselves, Matsumae- kun, have they given a definite answer?"

"None of them... were willing to step forward..."

After a pause, Matsumae revealed an indignant expression.

"Madness!"

"Do they think that Vera Adelheid Russell the Kanami Tsukiyama Family is destroyed? They are all short-sighted fools."

"That was just the beginning of the women's purge of the CCG. What the Americans want is not just empty fame. This is the beginning of a new form of economic plunder, political intimidation, expanding influence, and deepening control—a kind of covert colonization. It's the second Plaza Accord of the new century. Can't they see that?"

"Lord Guan Mu..."

Matsumae opened his mouth.

Clearly, the intelligence fog caused by the power shift at the top of the CCG in the past month, the unprecedented sweep of Ghoul by the CCG with the support of international investigators, the intervention of the US Forces Japan and the Self-Defense Forces in Tokyo to maintain security, and the ambiguous and unknown attitudes of human political and business circles...

This series of dramatic changes in the external situation has turned into anxiety and exhaustion, and even a humble gentleman like Mr. Kanami Tsukiyama is not immune to losing his composure.

"... So be it. It's fate, destiny, and luck..."

It's better to vent a little rather than hold it in, as it helps regulate emotions. With a sigh, Kanami Tsukiyama calmed down and whispered this as she went inside.

About half an hour later.

With a whoosh, the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office Prosecutor's Office investigator, having finished taking statements from Shuu Tsukiyama after visiting him to consult on new issues, drove away.

Inside, Shuu Tsukiyama, who had been forcing himself to stay alert and suppress his murderous intent to prevent his Kagune Eye from being exposed, suddenly seemed to have all his strength drained away. He lay back on the sofa in a daze, a pained expression appearing on his model-like handsome face beneath his light purple bangs, his skin wrinkled into a deep frown between his tightly closed eyes.

"Yuma, there's a seat... Everyone died because of me... I even implicated my gentle and refined father, leading to an investigation... My grandfather's assets were seized by political enemies, and the Tsukiyama Family is disgraced because of me... Ahhhhhhh—! Shuu Tsukiyama, you idiot, what have you done?"

He slapped himself hard, Shuu Tsukiyama voice filled with self-reproach, pain, and frustration echoing throughout the mansion.

"Young Master Xi..."

The waiters and servants stood in the corner of the reception hall, all looking reluctant. A beautiful woman with purple hair, parted in the middle, and a slightly longer right fringe stepped forward with concern, taking out a handkerchief to wipe Shuu Tsukiyama's cheek.

"Alright, Kiyoko, let Xi calm down. Everyone has to go through the process of experiencing setbacks and then regrouping."

A deep, steady male voice came from beside her. Ye paused for a moment, "Yes, Master Guan."

She looked at Kanami Tsukiyama, who was carrying a cup of coffee, and nodded respectfully.

"Habit."

Kanami Tsukiyama looked at her son, who was sitting on the sofa, looking dejected and deeply remorseful.

After his wife passed away, he devoted twice the love to Shuu Tsukiyama.

In retrospect, spoiling him too much actually harmed him.

Obsessive hobbies bordering on the perverse, unrestrained desires, a lack of self-control, and easily agitated emotions leading to extreme joy and sorrow... these are not qualities that a successor of the Tsukiyama Family should possess.

"Dad."

Hearing his father's call, Shuu Tsukiyama looked up, his expression somber. He had slapped him hard; his face was broken, swollen, and stained with blood.

"I made you some coffee."

Kanami Tsukiyama in a gentle manner, put down the tray and lightly pushed the coffee brewing vessel in front of her son.

"I'm sorry, Dad. I... I've let everyone down."

Shuu Tsukiyama, sluggish and numb, picked up his coffee.

The rich, sweet aroma of coffee was intoxicating, but no matter how much he drank, he couldn't bring himself to finish it.

He pursed his lips and remained silent, his gaze unfocused as he stared at the servants standing around him.

Seeing this, Kanami Tsukiyama sighed sadly, "The past is unattainable. We cannot remain in the past forever, otherwise we will miss the beauty of the present and the future. Xi, how can I entrust the Moon Clan to you with this attitude?"

He looked as if he were making his final arrangements.

As soon as he finished speaking, as if by some uncanny coincidence, a servant pushed open the door and entered, reporting to Kanami Tsukiyama, "Our human employees stationed around CCG headquarters and branches report that, Kanmu, that foreign dove, Vera Adelheid Russell, has made a move. She has left the CCG headquarters building, and several Special Class Investigator have also left their jurisdictions!"

Which district did she go to?

Kanami Tsukiyama Wen.

"District 1. The residence of the Washuu Clan."

"Oh?"

Beneath her round-framed glasses, a glint of light flashed in Kanami Tsukiyama's eyes.

Washuu Clan?

This is a great opportunity!

Area 1, outside the Washuu Clan mansion.

"Briefing, everyone has finished reading it, right?"

After getting out of the car, Vera stood calmly, carrying the black Quinque, and looked at the group of CCG Special Investigator who had gotten out of the car and gathered around her.

On the left are allies who have fought side by side many times and have a close relationship: Marude Souta, the acting director of the CCG; Yukino Shinoara, who is temporarily in charge of the 7th District of the Countermeasures Section I; Iwao Kuroiwa, who is in charge of the District 11; Kousuke Hoji, the newly appointed deputy head of the Countermeasures Division II; and Chu Hachikawa, the newly appointed Mobile Sweep Countermeasures Squad of the Countermeasures Division II.

The first three are three of the seven most senior Special Investigators in the CGG, while the latter two were recently promoted by Vera.

Especially Chu Hachikawa, who hunts Ghoul like a mad dog, tirelessly providing Vera and Dr. Chigyou with enough Kakuhou. The overall quality is poor, but it is stable.

After taking over Donato Porpora's underground laboratory in District 6, Dr. Chigyou needed a lot of materials. To this end, Vera took the time to personally create new Quinque for him and his team.

On the right are two other former Special Class Investigators from the CGG: Anpu Kiyoko, the investigator in charge of the Countermeasures Section I; Tanaka Maru Nozomi, the branch chief of District 2; and Uei Gun Associate Special Investigator Class Investigator Ui-gun, who has the authority to District 4 Investigation Commander.

During the Washuu period, Ui -Uei Gun was granted special permission to participate in the Special Class Meeting. Following the old practice, Vera estimated that he was capable, intelligent, and a local young talent within the CCG, so she included him as an Associate Special Investigator Class.

After all, a big show like this needs a large audience to witness it.

"Where's Arima?"

Following behind Vera, Marude Souta Sai didn't feel anything was wrong with the acting chief standing behind the Second Division's investigation commander. After nodding to Vera, he looked around.

"In Quilalea, District 23, according to reliable intelligence, the One-Eyed Owl of 'Aogiri Tree' has been spotted and seems to be preparing to attack the Ghoul Prison. Matt and others are concerned about their old rival and have gone to assist Fukashi Kasumi in his defense, so they can't spare the time."

Vera passed through the metal fence gate of the courtyard outside the Washuu Clan mansion without any hindrance, and said without turning her head, "Just tell him to let us know the follow-up information. He unconditionally supports the resolution passed by the special meeting of the bureau."

She couldn't be bothered to expose the little schemes in the mind of Kishou Arima, this Half-human who was nearing the end of his life.

Her attitude was simple: if the 'The White Reaper' did his last shift well, he would have a grand funeral after his death; if he dared to rebel and cause trouble for the One-Eyed King, he would be disgraced and his later years would be bleak.

"Honestly, Arima still doesn't like meetings. How many times has he missed them..."

With a pout, Marude Souta shrugged.

Yukino Shinoara and Iwao Kuroiwa, with solemn expressions, glanced at him.

Although A-Wan said that, he was actually relieving his tension by making sarcastic remarks and trying his best to appear normal. Unfortunately, his slightly trembling fingers and unpredictable eyes inadvertently revealed the unease deep in his heart.

"So, Commissioner Russell, are you ready to completely end Washuu Clan the history of hereditary CCG directors and speakers?"

Anpu Kiyoko, exuding a mature and intellectual beauty, asked thoughtfully.

As the first female Special Class Investigator since the establishment of the Tokyo CCG, Anpu Kiyoko is different from Vera and is not known for her martial arts skills. Like Marude Souta, her role after being promoted to Special Class Investigator is more of a civilian command position.

"Obviously."

Vera smiled gently.

"Ghoul infiltrated the investigator team, the 'whitelist' loophole in the Rc cells detection system, the ever-increasing Ghoul Disaster in Tokyo Metropolis its efforts to eradicate them... These are just some of the many management oversights that have gone unaccounted for. It's unacceptable that no one is held responsible."

"What a stern superior, Lady Russell. However, I support it. When a family controls a department for too long, there is no fluidity whatsoever, which inevitably leads to corruption and stagnation..."

Tanaka Maru Nozomi expressed his support.

Vera had no intention of explaining the misunderstandings her colleagues had.

This is the misleading effect she wanted.

You'll understand soon enough.