Once the Criminal Police Division files a case, it's no longer just a private investigation.
Yamaguchi Takashi applied for a search warrant from the judge on the grounds of searching for missing persons. That night, the apartment building was cordoned off, and Yasukawa Seiji was taken to the police station for questioning while the officers took statements from each household. At the strong request of Yazaki Momo, Fushimi Roku and Minamoto Tamako were temporarily assigned to cooperate with Yamaguchi Takashi in handling the case.
As the Identification Officer was picking the lock, Yamaguchi Takashi extended an arm, placed his hands on his hips, and reprimanded, "Listen, you two rookies stay out of the way, don't hold me back, and keep quiet once inside, got it?"
"Yes, sir!" Minamoto Tamako stood at attention and saluted.
