wavenovel Chapters 1416 and 1425: Winning means enjoying wine, women, and young models at a club; losing means
Chapters 1416 and 1425: Winning means enjoying wine, women, and young models at a club; losing means
Chapters 1416 and 1425: Winning means enjoying wine, women, and young models at a club; losing means working as a bricklayer on a construction site!
You're betting on the collapse of the world economy!
"If you bet right, many people in the world will go bankrupt, become homeless, and even lose their lives!"
On the bustling streets of Ginza, Nakai Genta spoke to Nagayama Naoki with a serious expression.
"What if I bet wrong!"
Naoki Nagayama's expression was equally serious.
"Then I will lose all my assets, lose my company, be burdened with debt, and spend the rest of my life as a wage slave paying off my debts!"
"This is a huge gamble!"
Naoki Nagayama, who said this, looked at his friend and pointed to the brightly lit commercial street under the night sky, muttering to himself,
"Win and you'll enjoy lavish parties, drinks, and young models; lose and you'll be stuck working on a construction site!"
Then he turned to look at Nakai Genta and extended his hand in invitation:
"So, Yuan Tai-san, do you want to come along?!"
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Seeing Nagayama Naoki's sincere expression and earnest invitation, at this moment, Nakai Genta felt an impulse surge in his heart. Even if Nagayama Naoki invited him to overthrow the Emperor, he would follow without hesitation!
His gaze swept over the increasingly bustling street, and Nakai Genta's answer was resolute:
"I'm betting!!"
These few words seem to encapsulate all of Nakai Genta's courage!
These two characters, with just a few lines of dialogue, somehow managed to portray it as a destiny of "purging the court of corrupt officials," "starting an uprising tonight," and "single-handedly saving the day!"
"Crack!"
A few seconds later, Naoki Nagayama's click instantly lightened the atmosphere.
At this moment, Nakai Genta quickly straightened his elbows and exclaimed:
"Damn it, those lines just now gave me goosebumps!"
"Haha, my lines were pretty good, weren't they!"
Naoki Nagayama laughed and replied, "He's someone who's read countless shonen manga!"
There are even more embarrassing lines, but people in real life probably couldn't handle them!
"For a moment just now, I felt like I was filming a sword and spear movie!"
Nakai Genta followed Nagayama Naoki to the camera and looked at the footage from just now.
"Tsk tsk tsk, it looks quite similar now!"
"I think Naoki-san could try making a sword-fighting film. It would definitely be very popular!"
"Haha, that's great!"
Naoki Nagayama imitated lines from Rurouni Kenshin and other martial arts films, creating some rather nonsensical phrases:
"A sword is a weapon of destruction, and swordsmanship is the art of killing!"
"Today, we will determine who is superior and who is inferior, and we will also decide who lives and who dies!"
"Those who kill will eventually be killed! "He who kills will kill."
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Matsuo Muneo, who was still relatively young, listened to Naoki Nagayama's seemingly joking lines, but felt that behind each sentence lay mountains of corpses, seas of blood, and unimaginable sins.
Each line seems capable of being the finishing touch to a movie!
At that moment, however, it was just something Naoki Nagayama casually said, something he was talking about with his friends!
Indeed, some people's talents are truly beyond human imagination!
Listening to the highly inflammatory words and noticing the strange expressions on the faces of the other crew members around him, Nakai Genta quickly nudged Nagayama Naoki's arm:
"Naoki-san, if you keep talking, these young people will start a rebellion with you!!"
"what?!"
Naoki Nagayama paused for a moment, then looked up at the crew members around him.
It's important to understand that this group of people had already somewhat deified Naoki Nagayama. At this moment, their eyes were filled with worship, and there was even a hint of fire in them, as if their own ambitions had been stirred.
This made Naoki Nagayama a little worried; if he continued talking, he really would brainwash these guys!
If someone were to suddenly declare, "Are kings and nobles born with special privileges?" or "May the world prosper in the year of Showa," would you follow them or not?
"Haha, alright, alright, keep this feeling alive, and remember these lines. You might be able to use them when you're filming a sword and spear movie later!"
He waved his hand, quelling the brewing uprising, and said to Matsuo Muneo, the crew's head butler,
"Matsuo-kun, that's enough. The scenes in the shopping street are finished!"
That's all for today!
"Let's pack up and go home!"
Matsuo Muneo felt a slight disappointment upon hearing this. He had thought that Nagayama Naoki's inspiring words might lead them to accomplish something great.
"Hey! I'll get everyone to clean up right away."
However, this is the Ginza shopping district, with people coming and going. People are always curiously looking at this small film crew. It wasn't convenient to disturb them when they were filming, but now it seems to be over!
While the crew was tidying up in an orderly manner, someone had already recognized Naoki Nagayama!
"Isn't that Naoki Nagayama?!"
"Is he filming a movie in Ginza?!"
"Isn't it supposed to be a business war film being shot? About a stock market crash?"
"Oh, oh, so that's what it is."
"Do you think Naoki Nagayama knows whether the stock market will go up or down tomorrow?!"
"Let's go ask!"
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In this era, the bubble had reached its peak, and it could be said that almost everyone in Tokyo knew how to trade stocks. So, if someone were to encounter a stock trading genius at this time, everyone would naturally be very happy!
With just one brilliant idea, the entire crowd instantly found their anchor and began to surge toward the set of "Black Monday"!
"Naoki-san, are you filming a new movie?" "Oh, why are you asking that!"
"Naoki-san, will the Nikkei hit its daily limit tomorrow?!"
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Naoki Nagayama remained silent after hearing this.
If Japan were to see the Nikkei hit its daily limit, the entire country would have to swallow up South Korea or Australia! A US-China trade war is out of the question; they would beat Japan senseless!
However, with so many onlookers, he couldn't just stay silent; he was also afraid of being stopped from leaving!
Then, Naoki Nagayama began to address the crowd:
"Investing in the stock market involves risks; please invest with caution!"
"Know when to stop, and take it slow and steady wins the race."
"Everyone, this is the right way to invest in health! Learn my philosophy, not my methods!"
"Those who learn from me will live, those who imitate me will die!"
"The immense wealth in the stock market is beyond the grasp of ordinary people!!!"
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The onlookers were speechless. Although what he said was correct, they all felt an urge to beat up Naoki Nagayama!
Do they want to hear this kind of correct but useless advice? They want tips and shortcuts to making money!
Meanwhile, after saying these words, Naoki Nagayama, with the already prepared film crew clearing the way, quickly boarded his own van and sped away.
The shopping streets of Ginza are steeped in an urban legend: "Naoki Nagayama taught people how to trade stocks on the street."
"Hahaha~"
That evening in the Yamazakura-in Garden, Akina couldn't help but laugh as she listened to Naoki Nagayama's words.
"Did Naoki really say that?!"
"Yes, the situation was critical, and this was the only way I could stall for time to escape!"
Naoki Nagayama, holding Xiaoxiahua, said...
"We thought not many people would recognize us!"
"Naoki-san is very well-known!"
Akina looked at her husband and said.
Although Naoki Nagayama can only be considered a semi-celebrity, with very little exposure in the entertainment industry and no large fan clubs for promotion, he is already quite well-known to the public thanks to his Oscars, new movies, and stock market genius.
You might not recognize him if you just pass by, but if you look at him for a while, you'll know that it's Naoki Nagayama!
"Sigh, being famous has its troubles too!"
Naoki Nagayama said to the little guy in his arms who was flipping through a picture book.
"Hana-chan, did you hear that? Don't become too famous in the future, it'll be a real nuisance~"
"Ok!"
Xiaoxia didn't understand, but that didn't stop her from echoing her father's words and handing the picture book to Naoki Nagayama. She meant for her father to read it.
"oh oh."
Naoki Nagayama took the book, looked at the colorful illustrations, and began to talk to her.
"This story is about a princess who illegally broke into the home of seven dwarfs!"
"Look at these little guys, they all look so fierce. This one looks so unhappy, it must be because there's someone else in the house who's taken his bed."
"That guy keeps sneezing, he must have caught a cold!"
"And this one, always dozing off, must not be sleeping well at night."
Akina didn't notice at first, but as she listened, something felt off:
"Naoki-san!! What nonsense are you making up?!"
"Is this how Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs are?!"
"Hehe~ Why isn't it like this?!"
Naoki Nagayama shook his head. Anyway, Natsuka, at that age, didn't really understand anything; she only looked at colors and figures in picture books, so he could say whatever he wanted.
"Akina, think about it. From an adult's perspective, isn't this how it is?!"
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Indeed, from an adult's perspective, Snow White escaped to a house, ate and drank while the owners were away, and even slept in their bed. Isn't that trespassing and theft?
"Naoki-san!!!"
Akina was furious and grabbed the body pillow she was holding, intending to throw it at Naoki Nagayama.
"Are you trying to ruin the fairy tale?! Hua Jiang is still so young, she'll be corrupted!"
"Haha, what does it matter? I'm teaching Hana-chan to go to bed early and get up early."
"Right? Flower jam?!"
The little one thought his parents were playing, and laughed happily, even reaching out to take Akina's body pillow. He then rolled around between them, having a wonderful time.
After a while, Naoki Nagayama picked up the little guy:
"Alright, it's time. Come and drink your evening formula! Then go to bed early!"
Upon hearing this, Xia Hua immediately stopped moving and turned her head towards the direction of the baby bottle in the kitchen.
My almost two-year-old wakes up in the morning and has a bottle of milk first, then plays for a while before eating breakfast. After lunch, he takes a nap, then has another bottle of milk in the afternoon. He wakes up hungry in the middle of the night after dinner and wants another bottle of milk.
Just like a little piglet, it needs to eat five meals a day, and even has a midnight snack!
The next day, Shuichi Itō, along with Yoshihiko Noda and others, arrived at the Tokyo International Film Festival Cultural Village in Shibuya.
It's currently in the middle of a film festival break, so there aren't many people in the cultural village, but the film culture atmosphere here is still fantastic, attracting many domestic and international tourists.
"Noda-kun"
Shuichi Itō asked with a smile,
"You young people should have been to this cultural village before, right?!"
"Yes!"
Looking at this cultural village, Yoshihiko Noda was also somewhat moved.
"When I first arrived in Tokyo, a friend brought me here to see it. The film festival had just ended not long ago, and it was still very lively!"
During the film festival, the cultural village hosts a series of events, such as a carnival, open-air cinemas, and a food street. You might even run into celebrities from around the world, so many locals also come to visit.
Even after the event ends, the movie poster wall, wax figures of movie characters, and even some movie-related souvenirs are still quite popular with young people.
Many college students have already made this an essential place for dating and making friends!
"Haha, back when Naoki-san, Otomo-san, and I were planning this place, it was just a bare park!"
Looking at the current state of the cultural village, Shuichi Itō couldn't help but sigh with emotion.
"I never imagined it would become a tourist attraction!"
"Ah? So it was all thanks to Shuichi-san!!"
Yoshihiko Noda immediately praised him.
"As expected of Xiu-yi-san! This cultural village is simply a perfect example of combining culture with industry!"
Actually, the reason this group of people came here today is to conduct on-site investigations of cultural landmarks in Tokyo, in order to add practical cases for the implementation of future policies.
"Haha, alright, alright, it was Naoki-san who first proposed this semi-permanent cultural village!"
Shuichi Itō led the way, gesturing for the other members to take photos.
"I can't take credit for this!"
"Not at all. Without Xiu Yisang, this cultural village would definitely be less charming!"
"Hahaha, Noda-kun, you..."
Since breaking free from his inner shackles, Yoshihiko Noda no longer cares about other people's opinions, and flattery comes out of his mouth effortlessly!
The other group members standing nearby looked at him with a mixture of amazement, disdain, and envy!
After all, Shuichi Itō is now giving Yoshihiko Noda more opportunities!
"After Noda-kun finished his visit today..."
Itou Shu said to Noda Yoshihiko,
"Based on the direction of this cultural village, let's develop a plan for an anime industry district in Akihabara."
"There's already a trend of an anime shopping street emerging over there. If we can plan and coordinate it properly, it might be able to form a unique cultural district."
"This is the best example of our strategy of building a nation based on culture!"
Hearing Shuichi Itō's words, Yoshihiko Noda nodded repeatedly:
"Hey! Shuichi-san, I won't let you down!"
"Haha, of course I believe Noda-kun."
Shuichi Itō said he believed Yoshihiko Noda's words and slowly walked forward.
The idea for the Akihabara anime culture district was proposed by Naoki Nagayama.
In the last two years of the 80s, animation, as an emerging cultural form, was already showing signs of explosive growth.
Phenomenal works are constantly emerging, renowned artists are rising one after another, and even anime merchandise stores are springing up like mushrooms after rain.
Therefore, it is essential to establish a demonstration zone for animation as an important part of national cultural development.
As for why Akihabara was chosen?
Because there are already many small e-commerce shops in that area, dense residential areas, a lot of young people, and many arcades, cafes and the like.
Young people are receptive to new things and new cultures, which easily fosters subcultures like "anime and manga."
Moreover, it's very close to the city center, which is convenient, and there's a large flow of people.
But more importantly, Naoki Nagayama said:
"Haha, of course Akihabara sounds more interesting!"
Naoki Nagayama said this.
In its previous life, Akihabara became a mecca for anime and manga fans because of the large number of young people who gathered there, coupled with industry support policies.
"I also have a shop in Akihabara!"
Naoki Nagayama said to Shuichi Itō,
"If we turn it into a themed cafe or arcade, the business will definitely be booming!"
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Shuichi Itō took a sip of his drink, his eyes filled with disdain, and made a joke.
"Does Naoki-san think he can control all of Japan's cultural policies just because he owns a shop?! I never knew you were this kind of person!"
"Haha, you're really good at judging people!"
"Here, have a drink!"
Last day! All done! So happy. Happy New Year in advance everyone!!