Everyone was dumbfounded, not expecting Hashimoto Mei to be so shameless. She was the one provoking the self-esteem of the Chinese people and insulting China, yet she had the audacity to call the police?
Furthermore, the Mayor of Jinling was right here, so why would she call the police?
When the police arrived, they were also bewildered. The police captain, seeing the Mayor standing there and then looking at Hashimoto Mei, who had called the police, didn't know how to handle the situation at first.
However, the Mayor said calmly, "Handle it as it should be handled, as long as it's fair and just."
The captain nodded.
He walked up to Hashimoto Mei and asked, "Did you call the police?"
Hashimoto Mei, crying, replied, "Yes, I was beaten. Uncle Police, you must help me get justice. Look at me, my eyes are all swollen. This crazy woman actually dared to hit someone in front of the Mayor, she's simply lawless! Uncle Police, you must help me vent this anger."
The captain looked back at Jiang Mengxin, his heart trembling a little.
Jiang Mengxin was a celebrity in Jinling, a super beauty, and the head of the Jiang family. How could such a powerful and influential person resort to violence? It was quite out of line.
The captain asked, "Miss Jiang, is what she said true?"
Jiang Mengxin nodded, "I was the one who acted. I don't see any problem with hitting such a scoundrel who dares to speak such nonsense on Chinese soil. As the old saying goes, friends are greeted with fine wine, and enemies with shotguns! She dared to insult China, and it's only polite that I didn't shoot her."
Saying such arrogant words in front of the police captain was quite something.
However, the captain sensed something was amiss.
If it were truly Jiang Mengxin's fault, the captain wouldn't need to intervene; the Mayor could have simply taken Jiang Mengxin away.
Therefore, it was more likely that Hashimoto Mei was in the wrong. The Mayor, to maintain the overall situation, found it inconvenient to act personally, so he instructed the captain to handle the matter.
The captain's rank was lower, so even if there were any trouble afterward, it wouldn't be a major one.
For matters involving two countries, it was naturally better to have lower ranks involved, with less impact, and to absolutely avoid escalating the situation.
After understanding the reason behind it.
The captain looked at Hashimoto Mei again and asked, "Did you insult China?"
Before Hashimoto Mei could answer, someone pointed at her clothes and said, "Do I need to ask? Look at the clothes she's wearing, isn't the flag of Sakura Country printed on it? This person deliberately came to provoke us!"
The captain took a serious look and indeed, it was true.
Therefore.
He frowned and said, "Miss Hashimoto, you are suspected of insulting China. I am now going to arrest you. You can say whatever you need to say at the police station."
What?
Hashimoto Mei was completely stunned.
She had called the police to have them arrest Jiang Mengxin, but in the end... the police were arresting her instead? Where was the justice in that?
"No, are you mistaken? I was the one who was beaten, and you're arresting me?" Hashimoto Mei couldn't understand at all.
The captain replied seriously, "You are suspected of insulting China. Is there any problem with arresting you? Please come with me."
"Then what about her?" Hashimoto Mei pointed at Jiang Mengxin and asked.
The captain replied with a stern face, "Regarding Miss Jiang's aggressive behavior, the police will issue a verbal warning and a fine of 500 yuan."
What was this?
A verbal warning and a 500 yuan fine? Was this a joke?
Given Jiang Mengxin's background, 500 yuan was not even enough for one of her breakfasts. Such a small fine would have no impact on her whatsoever!
And what about the verbal warning? Wasn't that just talking nonsense?
"This is unfair, this is covering up and favoritism! I'm going to report this!" Hashimoto Mei cursed loudly.
The Mayor crossed his hands behind his back and said coldly, "Miss Hashimoto, please mind your words! I believe the captain's handling of this matter is perfectly fine. If you are not satisfied, you can sue in court."
It was over.
Even the Mayor had spoken, so this matter was definitively settled.
On this issue, from the top to the common people, everyone stood united. In the face of national dignity and interests, there were no individuals! They were all of one mind against outsiders.
Therefore, it was useless for Hashimoto Mei to try to make a scene anymore; all her little tricks were ineffective!
Finally, Hashimoto Mei was taken away by the captain.
The scene erupted in warm applause. Everyone was very satisfied with the captain's handling of the situation. Hashimoto Mei truly shot herself in the foot. She could have just accepted her misfortune after being beaten, but she insisted on calling the police, and now she's being arrested herself.
It was truly satisfying to see!
In a corner.
Peng Ying, the Star Emissary of the White Lotus Sect, saw this scene and said happily, "These darn Japanese still dare to be arrogant? Hashimoto Mei and Ozawa Kono are birds of a feather, they deserve it."
Beside her, her deputy He Honghui looked very awkward.
He had invited Hashimoto Mei to help, and it had turned out this way. Not only had she failed to bring down Lu Ming, but she had also once again made Lu Ming shine. Thinking about it made him angry.
No, this matter cannot end just like this. Even if he couldn't bring down Lu Ming, he had to disgust everyone!
So, He Honghui glanced at the person beside him, and the plan was to proceed!
And so.
The director of the television station came out and bowed to the people on stage, saying, "Mr. Mayor, Hashimoto Mei is a reporter from our television station. I apologize to you for her recent nonsensical remarks. I am truly sorry."
Everyone thought this director was trying to distance himself from the situation. After all, such a major incident could potentially lead to the shutdown of their television station if investigated.
The Mayor waved his hand, not intending to pursue the matter further.
Then.
The director continued, "As a token of our apology, I am willing to play a famous ancient Chinese melody for you, Mr. Mayor – 'Zhé Xiān'."
Zhé Xiān was a quite famous tune in Chinese history.
Using this tune to express an apology was a testament to the director's sincerity, and it would also help to calm the agitated crowd.
The Mayor nodded, "Alright."
So, someone brought out a piano, and the director began to play the famous Chinese tune on the piano.
His fingers danced across the keys.
It had to be said that the director's skill was indeed quite high. He played "Zhé Xiān" with great feeling. However, as they listened, a hint of confusion and anger appeared on everyone's faces.
Because the tune sounded strange.
Although it was the same tune, it didn't feel like a Chinese tune at all. Instead, it sounded like a tune from Sakura Country, with a strong Japanese flavor.
Lu Ming looked coldly at the director, chuckled, and shouted, "Stop!"