"He’s here! The Prime Minister is here!"

With a journalist’s exclamation, everyone’s eyes instantly turned towards the main building of the official residence.

Jian Yiwei was seen wearing a black suit, walking briskly with a serious expression, accompanied by the director of the Metropolitan Police Department.

The flashlights continued to flicker endlessly as media swarmed from all directions.

"Prime Minister! There are rumors online that the suspect is a foreign national, is that true?"

"Does the Metropolitan Police have concrete evidence? What is the actual reason for the Emperor’s attack?"

"Does this attack reveal the incompetence of the Metropolitan Police and how can citizens’ safety be guaranteed?"

"..." 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Jian Yiwei stepped onto the podium, slightly bowed.

He did not directly answer the journalists’ questions but instead displayed a mournful demeanor: "Before briefing on the progress of the case, I must first, on behalf of the Z government, express the deepest condolences on the assassination and passing of the Emperor."

"The Emperor is a symbol of the nation and a spiritual pillar in the hearts of the people. This unfortunate attack is a significant loss to the entire country and has plunged the citizens into grief."

His voice was choked as he raised his hand to wipe the nonexistent tears from the corner of his eyes.

There is no choice; with such a major incident, if he didn’t show some semblance of sadness, the public’s outrage might turn against him.

The flashlights at the scene continued incessantly, yet no one dared to clamor recklessly anymore, and the atmosphere turned solemn in an instant.

After a show of sincerity, the press conference entered its main topic, "Now addressing everyone’s questions, first, the rumors online about foreign suspects are false!"

"The identities of the six suspects have been confirmed as all being Japanese! They are all gang members!"

Wow!

This statement was like a bomb, instantly shattering the silence at the scene.

...

Time rewinds to an hour earlier.

Inside the office of the Prime Minister’s residence, once Jian Yiwei finished reviewing the data on the computer screen, his face darkened immediately.

He looked angrily at Qi Yun, speaking coldly: "Did you want to see me just to show me this!?"

Qi Yun shrugged, showing no fear despite the other person’s status.

"The Prime Minister misunderstands; this is merely my bargaining chip."

Jian Yiwei gritted his teeth and continued, "How did you obtain these things!"

The data on the screen was the truth about Fukushima’s nuclear waste discharge.

Regarding these matters, Japan’s Z government has always taken a strict defensive stance, not even allowing investigations, directly issuing a ban to prevent anyone from approaching.

Even if one or two individuals managed to sneak in occasionally and discovered its secrets, a secret department would immediately take action to capture them.

Therefore, he was very surprised how this young man in front of him managed to possess this content.

"I think that’s not important..."

Qi Yun answered unhurriedly, "The point is, if these data get exposed, Japan will instantly become the target of condemnation by all countries, and I fear your economy will collapse at once."

"At that time, can you still hold onto your position?"

Upon hearing this, Jian Yiwei suddenly stood up and shouted towards the outside, "Someone!"

The next moment, two special agents swiftly pushed the door open and entered.

"Arrest him!" Jian Yiwei ordered with a stern face.

The air inside the room froze instantly.

The two agents stepped forward, grabbing Qi Yun’s arms from both sides.

However, Qi Yun did not show any intention to resist, instead cooperating somewhat, only curling his lips into a mocking smile.

"Ha, are you sure you want to do this?"

Jian Yiwei’s face was as dark as water; he said nothing, only stared at him fiercely, his gaze full of malice.

Although he really wanted to order Qi Yun into prison, he still held back.

Because Qi Yun was speaking the truth...

Japan’s economy heavily relies on exports and tourism; once the truth about the nuclear waste is exposed, all countries will immediately prohibit importing any Japanese products, and global tourists will shun Japan.

Next, international sanctions, trade barriers, and huge compensation demands would follow in succession, this combination of punches would make Japan’s economy decline for at least twenty years!

As the primary responsible person, he would not only resign in shame but probably spend the rest of his days in prison.

"Release him."

After some time, Jian Yiwei begrudgingly spat out three words, his voice filled with reluctance.

The agents immediately let go and retreated.

Both parties sat back at the negotiation table, and Qi Yun did not waste more time, directly saying, "If the Prime Minister believes my bargaining chip is sufficient, then let’s talk about the deal."

Jian Yiwei sat back down, face stern, "State your conditions."

"Just one request." Qi Yun held up one finger, "Release the six people apprehended by the Self-Defense Forces last night."

"In return, the content in the USB drive will never be known to a third party."

Upon hearing this, Jian Yiwei clenched his fists tightly, transforming into a fierce wolf, his eyes seemingly wanting to devour Qi Yun.

"You ordered the attack on the Emperor!"

Qi Yun remained calm, shaking his head without hesitation: "Such words cannot be spoken lightly, this matter is unrelated to me."

No matter the circumstance, he would never admit to the deed, even if everyone knew the truth.

"Then why are you saving them!" Jian Yiwei’s eyes widened.

Qi Yun had no doubt the other wished to kill him at this moment.

Just then, a core aide knocked and entered, holding background information recently reported by the Metropolitan Police on those six bandits.

Jian Yiwei glanced over it, signaled the aide to exit, then threw the documents in front of Qi Yun.

"You still dare to deny it!"

Qi Yun lowered his gaze, casting an eye at the information which included Brother Quan’s identity details, past entries into Japan, photos, among which was his silhouette.