Chapter 290 – Capital Investment in Manchuria? (1)

The matter that Great-Uncle Zenkichi had brought was proceeding while the atmosphere remained somewhat strained.

My nominal father was speaking on behalf of the Ootori family and the Ootori Group, while Onii-sama spoke from the standpoint of the Army. The other family members who had been summoned, along with the senior figures of the Ootori Group, were for the moment limiting themselves to listening.

Naturally, Great-Uncle Zenkichi, who had brought the matter forward, was the exception.

“Um, this matter is still beneath even the surface level.”

“But Zenkichi, you do not see this as mere probing, do you? What is your reasoning?”

“Negotiations over the North Manchuria Railway.”

At my nominal father’s words, it was not Great-Uncle Zenkichi but Ryuya-oji-sama, who interjected. At that remark, several people showed signs of agreement, such as small nods.

However, thanks to that single