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The Unfolding Saga of Kaiji: A Tale of Desperation and Strategy

In the opening of this gripping narrative, we are introduced to Kazutaka, the head of a financial advisory firm called Tai Corporation. The atmosphere is tense as Kazutaka gathers his employees during a stormy night to pose a provocative question: What grants a person ultimate power? Despite varied responses from his staff, none manage to meet Kazutaka's expectations. A significant moment occurs when one employee, Rinko Endo, suggests that money brings power, only to be scorned by Kazutaka. In a twist of fate, another employee, Yukio Tonigawa, posits that establishing one's own realm is the ultimate power, winning Kazutaka's approval. This sets the scene for a tale steeped in financial turmoil and survival.