Minamoto Tamako thought to herself, "Oh no, why is it Fushimi who plays the murderer? If I catch him, doesn't that mean I'm making him fail?"
Then she reconsidered and thought this was a great opportunity to prove herself! Previously, she had been teased by Fushimi in the drawing class and hadn't had a chance to reclaim her dignity. Now she could finally have a fair showdown!
With so many instructors watching, Fushimi wouldn't be able to play any tricks. It was time to show him the prowess of a future famous detective and famous police chief!
This way, Fushimi would surely be captivated by the charm of deduction, mend his ways, and beg to be her free partner—having to pay an employment fee between partners was just too distant!
If Fushimi fails this year, he can always retake the exam next year! By then, she'd be his senior at the patrol station and might even submit an application to transfer Fushimi over...
