Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Beika Police Station faces scrutiny due to Inspector Shiraishi's involvement in a torturous interrogation.
• An emergency meeting is called to discuss the scandal, with Shiraishi taking responsibility.
• Shirai, the Section Chief, reports on the murder case handled by the station, involving the stabbing of a gas station manager.
• Shiraishi questions Shirai about the case, revealing potential misconduct in witness handling.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi: Shows strong leadership and willingness to take responsibility, despite the scandal occurring before his tenure.
• Shirai: Struggles with the changing times and faces criticism for his handling of the case, revealing a sense of professional pride and frustration.

Significant Themes

• The changing nature of law enforcement and societal expectations.
• The tension between professional competence and adherence to rules and procedures.
• The struggle of veteran detectives to adapt to changes in the criminal justice system.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Shirai: Their interaction reveals Shirai's frustration with the changing times and Shiraishi's determination to address the issues within the police station.
• Shiraishi and Ebihara: Ebihara tries to take the blame for Shiraishi, showing concern for the new Chief, but Shiraishi insists on taking responsibility.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Beika Police Station's Investigation Division, responsible for frontline investigations, is introduced.
• Shiraishi, the new chief, takes over the case previously handled by Shirai, who is reprimanded for his mishandling.
• Shiraishi discovers numerous flaws in the case, including questionable evidence and improper interrogation methods.
• Shiraishi suspends the Haitani Unit and assigns the case to the Akasaka and Aoki Units, with new investigation directions.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi: Demonstrates his competence and dedication, taking charge and assigning tasks to improve the investigation.
• Shirai: Shows stress and desperation, leading to poor investigative decisions; faces reprimand and loss of case leadership.
• Haitani: Reveals his ability but fails to address the case's main issues; his unit is suspended for self-reflection.
• Akasaka and Aoki: Elite detective unit chiefs who will lead the re-investigation; their units have contrasting styles and reputations.

Significant Themes

• The importance of thorough investigation and evidence collection.
• The consequences of improper interrogation methods and stress on investigators.
• The role of leadership in maintaining high investigative standards.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi reprimands Shirai and the Haitani Unit for their mistakes.
• Shiraishi assigns new tasks to the Akasaka and Aoki Units, emphasizing the importance of their roles in the re-investigation.
• The police officers from the Aoki and Akasaka Units listen attentively during the meeting, indicating their commitment to the case.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiraishi lectures his department heads but is subsequently called by Ganto Kaiji, the 11th Regional Headquarters Chief.
• Ganto warns Shiraishi about the seriousness of the case and offers to blame Inspector Shirai, but Shiraishi declines.
• Shiraishi drafts an apology letter and prepares to face the media.
• Akasaka and Aoki present their investigation plans for the case.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi demonstrates his leadership and integrity by refusing to shift blame onto Inspector Shirai, despite Ganto's attempts to manipulate him.
• Ganto Kaiji reveals his ambitious nature and desire to control Shiraishi.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation within the police hierarchy.
• The importance of integrity and responsibility in leadership.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Ganto Kaiji: Shiraishi resists Ganto's attempts to control him and assert dominance.
• Shiraishi and Akasaka/Aoki: Shiraishi approves their investigation plans and emphasizes the importance of discretion with the media.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Akasaka and Aoki Units resume their investigation, while Shiraishi actively manages the situation at the Beika Police Station.
• Reporters flock to the station, and Shiraishi avoids interviews, focusing on the case's progress.
• The Prosecution, led by Karimago, the Second Vice-Minister, contacts Shiraishi, expressing concern about the case's retrial and offering cooperation.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi demonstrates his leadership and determination to handle the case and the station's scandal, buying time for the investigation.
• Karimago reveals his sarcastic and condescending attitude towards Shiraishi, reflecting his disdain for the police and his desire to maintain the Prosecution's conviction rate.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The relationship between the Police and the Prosecution is explored, with Karimago looking down on Shiraishi, reflecting the implicit hierarchy between the two institutions.
• Responsibility and Accountability: Shiraishi takes responsibility for the case and the station's scandal, contrasting with Karimago's attempt to shift blame onto the police.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi vs. Karimago: Shiraishi stands his ground against Karimago's attempts to manipulate him, refusing to be swayed by the Prosecution's influence. This interaction highlights their differing priorities and power dynamics.
• Shiraishi vs. Reporters: Shiraishi avoids interviews, focusing on the case, showing his commitment to his duty despite public pressure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiraishi spots two hidden reporters outside the station using his Lv7 Counter-Surveillance.
• Aoki informs Shiraishi that Miki Law Firm has a Witness testimony unfavorable to Tsubokura, already submitted to the Prosecution.
• Shiraishi deduces that Miki Law Firm might have set up Komikado by intentionally not pursuing a Not Guilty Defense and allowing their junior lawyer to act recklessly.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi demonstrates his analytical skills by deducing Miki Law Firm's possible scheme.
• Aoki shows initiative in investigating the Witness and uncovering Miki Law Firm's strange actions.
• Shiraishi's opinion of Shirai worsens due to the latter's rushed case handling.

Significant Themes

• The complexity and political nature of legal proceedings.
• The consequences of rushed and careless investigation work.
• The potential for personal grudges to influence legal cases.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Aoki discuss the case and share their findings.
• Shiraishi expresses his frustration with Shirai's work.
• Fujisato Seiko enters the scene, but her role in the conversation is not specified.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fujisato Seiko, an SR (Superior Rating) officer, is revealed to be working as a patrol officer in a koban, having transferred from the Criminal Affairs Division.
• Shiraishi discovers that Seiko transferred to investigate a case involving her friend, despite official records stating it was due to workplace bullying.
• Akasaka and Seiko find new leads in Tsubokura's alibi: a blogger who claims to have bought coffee from the same cart on the day of the incident, potentially disproving Tsubokura's alibi.
• The blogger refuses to cooperate with the police, having been instructed by the Prosecutor's Office.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi: Shows curiosity and determination in uncovering the truth behind Seiko's transfer and the case.
• Fujisato Seiko: Demonstrates her skills in evidence collection and interrogation, and her commitment to justice, even when investigating a case related to her friend.
• Akasaka: Shows initiative in seeking Seiko's help and finding new leads in the case.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against workplace bullying and its consequences.
• The pursuit of justice and truth, even when faced with obstacles.
• The complexity of human memory and its influence on testimonies.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Seiko: Shiraishi learns about Seiko's true reason for transferring and respects her dedication to the case.
• Akasaka and Seiko: Akasaka seeks Seiko's help in questioning a witness, acknowledging her skills and the need for a more approachable figure.
• Seiko and the Blogger Lady: Seiko's interrogation techniques lead to new information, but the Blogger Lady's refusal to cooperate highlights the challenges faced by the police.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiraishi discovers inconsistencies in a blogger's posts, indicating her blog entries might not be accurate.
• The blogger's post about eating at Ogura Ramen Shop on July 19th is revealed to be false, as the shop is closed on Tuesdays.
• The team realizes this witness's testimony might not hold up in court due to her vague memory of dates.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi demonstrates his keen observational skills and deductive reasoning by spotting the discrepancy in the blog posts.
• Fuji shows understanding of legal principles, such as Double Jeopardy.

Significant Themes

• The importance of thorough investigation and evidence collection in ensuring justice.
• The potential for witness testimonies to be unreliable or biased.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi works with his team to analyze the new evidence and plan their next steps.
• Shiraishi decides to keep the new evidence secret for now to buy time for further investigation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiraishi, a skilled counter-surveillance expert, evades reporters and encounters Gina, a young girl waiting for him near the police station.
• Gina warns Shiraishi about a suspicious car she saw near the crime scene on September 3rd.
• Shiraishi calls Fujisato Seiko to join them for a late-night meal to avoid suspicion, and they discuss Gina's information.
• Fujisato Seiko agrees to check nearby surveillance cameras for the car's license plate number.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi demonstrates his counter-surveillance skills and shows concern for Gina's safety and reputation.
• Gina displays keen observation skills, remembering details about the suspicious car, and shows defiance towards Shiraishi.
• Fujisato Seiko shows professionalism and eagerness to assist in the investigation despite the late hour.

Significant Themes

• The importance of thorough investigation and considering new leads, even if they contradict previous findings.
• The tension between maintaining professionalism and avoiding suspicion in sensitive situations.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Gina: Shiraishi is protective of Gina, while Gina is initially defiant but shares crucial information with Shiraishi.
• Shiraishi and Fujisato Seiko: They work together, with Shiraishi calling Fujisato Seiko to join them for a meal to avoid suspicion and discuss the case.
• Fujisato Seiko and Gina: Fujisato Seiko questions Gina about the suspicious car, and Gina provides detailed information.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gina, a runaway girl and thief, is taken in by Shiraishi after providing crucial information.
• Shiraishi arranges for Gina to stay at Shiraishi Orphanage in Kamurocho.
• Fuji, driving Gina to the orphanage, encounters a brawl between two groups of tattooed men from the Tojo Clan, who disperse upon hearing Shiraishi's name.

Character Developments

• Gina: Shows vulnerability as an orphan and accepts Shiraishi's help.
• Fuji: Demonstrates bravery and professionalism in handling the brawl.
• Shiraishi: Reveals his past as an orphan and his connection to the Tojo Clan.

Significant Themes

• The struggle of orphans and runaways.
• The power dynamics between the police and organized crime.
• The fear and respect Shiraishi commands.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Gina: Shiraishi takes Gina under his wing, showing a paternal side.
• Fuji and the Tojo Clan members: Fuji's presence and Shiraishi's reputation cause the Tojo Clan members to back down.
• Gina and Fuji: Gina teases Fuji about Shiraishi's possible connection to the Tojo Clan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiraishi arrives early at the office, finding his team exhausted from overnight surveillance.
• A red Model S is identified as a potential lead in the case.
• The driver of the car is identified as Yuko Hayashida, the victim's estranged wife.
• Hayashida is brought in for questioning but refuses to cooperate.
• An Emergency Arrest is approved, but Hayashida remains uncooperative.
• Makita Miwa attempts to interrogate Hayashida but struggles due to the suspect's demeanor and Makita's lower interrogation skill.
• Genjiro is suggested to take over the interrogation.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi shows concern for his team's well-being, prioritizing their rest.
• Akasaka demonstrates initiative in tracking down Hayashida's information.
• Hayashida is introduced as a potential suspect, showing resistance to cooperation.
• Makita struggles with interrogating Hayashida, highlighting her lower interrogation skill.
• Genjiro is recognized as the team's top interrogator.

Significant Themes

• The pressure of time in solving the case before the Court Session.
• The challenge of interrogating uncooperative suspects.
• The importance of teamwork and utilizing each member's strengths.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Akasaka work together, with Akasaka seeking Shiraishi's approval for the Emergency Arrest.
• Makita attempts to interrogate Hayashida but is overwhelmed.
• Aoki and Suzuki discuss switching interrogators, indicating their awareness of Makita's limitations.
• Shiraishi suggests Genjiro for the interrogation, highlighting his confidence in Genjiro's skills.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiraishi decides not to handle the case personally, aiming to let his subordinates grow.
• Genjiro, a young detective, begins interrogating the key witness, a woman who responds well to gentleness.
• Shiraishi attends the court hearing as an observer the next day, encountering Prosecutor Yane Takefumi and Defense Attorney Komikado.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi: He demonstrates his leadership by delegating tasks to his subordinates, showing trust in their abilities. He also shows calm and collectedness under pressure.
• Genjiro: Despite his young age, he shows exceptional skill in interrogation, particularly with witnesses who respond to gentleness.
• Prosecutor Yane Takefumi: He appears confident and smug, boasting about the Prosecutor's Office's conviction rate.
• Defense Attorney Komikado: He is aggressive and confident, aiming to win the case at any cost. He also seems to have a history with Prosecutor Yane.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Delegation: Shiraishi trusts his subordinates with the case, aiming to help them grow professionally.
• Power Dynamics: The interactions between Shiraishi, Prosecutor Yane, and Defense Attorney Komikado highlight the power dynamics between the police, prosecution, and defense.
• Public Opinion: The presence of reporters and supporters in the courtroom indicates the influence of public opinion on the case.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Genjiro: Shiraishi entrusts Genjiro with the interrogation, showing confidence in his abilities.
• Shiraishi, Prosecutor Yane, and Defense Attorney Komikado: The three have a tense interaction at the courthouse, with Komikado mocking Prosecutor Yane and Shiraishi observing silently.
• Prosecutor Yane and Defense Attorney Komikado: They seem to have a history, with Komikado mocking Yane's previous performance and Yane vowing revenge.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The court session for a major criminal case begins with nine judges, including three professional judges and six lay judges (jurors).
• The defense lawyer, Komikado, skillfully refutes the prosecution's evidence, using the broken surveillance camera and the noisy police station during renovations to cast doubt on the interrogation process.
• Witness Shirai admits to improper interrogation and announces his resignation, surprising both the prosecution and the defense.
• Shirai testifies about the interrogation process, despite Komikado's attempt to stop him.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi: Reflects on the advantages and disadvantages of the juror system. He feels he doesn't represent the law or truth, only his subjective opinion.
• Komikado: Demonstrates exceptional debating skills, successfully challenging the prosecution's evidence and even helping Shiraishi out of a difficult situation.
• Shirai: Shows sincerity and honesty by admitting to improper interrogation and announcing his resignation, despite the consequences.

Significant Themes

• Sincerity: Shirai's honest testimony and resignation highlight the theme of sincerity, even when it's difficult or has personal consequences.
• Justice and the Law: The chapter explores the complexities of the legal system, with Shiraishi reflecting on the juror system and Komikado challenging the prosecution's evidence.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Komikado: Despite being on opposing sides, Komikado unintentionally helps Shiraishi by emphasizing that Shiraishi had just taken office, making it less likely that Shiraishi was involved in the improper interrogation.
• Shiraishi and Shirai: Shiraishi is surprised by Shirai's decision to resign but supports his honest testimony.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Inspector Shirai's sincere statement partially salvages the situation.
• Komikado, the lawyer, delivers a persuasive speech criticizing Inspector Shirai's methods and emphasizing the importance of evidence in the legal system.
• The Coffee Cart Clerk testifies, confirming the defendant's order but admits his memory is vague.
• The Blogger Lady testifies, providing evidence that supports the defendant's alibi.
• The court decides to continue investigating due to insufficient evidence for a verdict.

Character Developments

• Komikado demonstrates his skills as a lawyer, combining logical persuasion and emotional incitement.
• Shiraishi begins to suspect Komikado's favoritism towards him.
• The Coffee Cart Clerk struggles with his vague memory and is influenced by Komikado's and Yane's questioning.
• Shiraishi observes the clerk and his estranged family, leading to a brief interaction with the clerk.

Significant Themes

• The importance of evidence in the legal system.
• The evolution of investigative methods and their impact on society.
• The struggle between personal memory and external influence.

Character Interactions

• Komikado rescues Shiraishi from his scandal, making Shiraishi question Komikado's motives.
• Komikado questions the witnesses, trying to challenge their testimonies.
• Shiraishi interacts with the Coffee Cart Clerk, guiding him to recall the defendant's appearance.
• The clerk's estranged wife and daughter show disapproval towards him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiraishi attends the trial and returns to the station, where he observes Ms. Rin-da's interrogation.
• Ms. Rin-da admits to visiting her husband's apartment on the day of his murder but denies involvement in his death.
• Shiraishi presents evidence suggesting Ms. Rin-da may have witnessed the murder.
• Shiraishi reveals that Tsubokura's alibi is likely fabricated, using the inaccuracy of human memory.
• Yamada and Miwa are tasked with finding evidence to support Shiraishi's suspicions about Tsubokura.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi: Demonstrates his investigative skills and commitment to justice, willing to take responsibility for unconventional methods.
• Ms. Rin-da: Shows signs of guilt and dishonesty during interrogation, potentially implicating herself in her husband's murder.
• Tsubokura: Suspected of fabricating an alibi using a blogger's post and manipulating witnesses' memories.
• Yamada and Miwa: Show initiative in their roles, volunteering to follow up on leads provided by Shiraishi.

Significant Themes

• The inaccuracy of human memory and its impact on investigations.
• The ethical dilemmas faced by detectives in pursuing justice.
• The importance of thorough investigation and considering alternative perspectives.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Akasaka: Shiraishi's superior, Akasaka, shows concern for Shiraishi's well-being after the trial.
• Shiraishi and Ms. Rin-da: Shiraishi observes Ms. Rin-da's interrogation, picking up on her potential guilt.
• Shiraishi and the team: Shiraishi shares his findings and tasks younger team members with follow-up investigations.
• Yamada and Miwa: The two younger detectives collaborate on tasks assigned by Shiraishi, showing teamwork and initiative.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The public's interest in the forced confession case wanes, and reporters stop staking out the police station.
• Shiraishi keeps Shirai's resignation letter, preventing him from leaving until the case is concluded.
• Investigations over the weekend yield little new information, but they find a coffee order record that supports Shiraishi's speculation about the defendant mimicking the Blogger Lady's habits.
• Gina sends Shiraishi a photo of a young woman at a hair salon featured on the Blogger Lady's blog, suggesting she's investigating the blog's authenticity.
• Shiraishi visits the Criminal Affairs Division and discusses the deceased's estranged wife, Rin-da, with Akasaka. He also shares a discovery about the Model S's parking surveillance feature.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi demonstrates his strategic thinking by keeping Shirai's resignation letter and using Gina's information to counter the prosecution's "trump card."
• Akasaka shows loyalty and dedication by assigning officers to tail Rin-da and discussing the case with Shiraishi after hours.

Significant Themes

• The transient nature of public interest in news cases.
• The importance of thorough investigation and consideration of all possibilities.
• The use of technology (e.g., parking surveillance) to aid investigations.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Gina: They collaborate, with Gina providing valuable information and Shiraishi acknowledging her help.
• Shiraishi and Akasaka: They discuss the case privately, demonstrating trust and mutual respect.
• Shiraishi and Shirai: Their relationship remains tense, with Shiraishi holding onto Shirai's resignation letter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Akasaka retrieves Ms. Rin-da's parking surveillance storage, but it only keeps records for one month, and the crucial September 3rd footage was deleted and being recovered.
• Shiraishi convenes a case briefing after work, and Aoki projects the recovered surveillance footage.
• The footage shows Ms. Rin-da's movements and, crucially, Tsubokura entering and exiting the apartment complex at the time of the incident, wearing gloves.
• Another segment shows Ms. Rin-da returning to her car without going upstairs, contradicting her previous statement.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi remains determined to solve the case, even considering calling in favors from colleagues.
• Fuji, initially focused on Tsubokura's alibi, starts questioning the logic behind the killer's actions, showing analytical prowess.
• Aoki demonstrates technical competence in handling and interpreting the surveillance footage.

Significant Themes

• The theme of evidence and its interpretation is central, with the surveillance footage both incriminating Tsubokura and raising new questions.
• The complexity of human behavior is explored, with Ms. Rin-da's actions and statements not aligning with the evidence.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Fuji work together, with Fuji challenging Shiraishi's assumptions and pushing for a deeper examination of the evidence.
• Akasaka and Yamada have a subtle exchange, with Akasaka hinting at their unit's focus on proving Tsubokura's innocence.
• Aoki and Shiraishi collaborate, with Aoki providing the technical expertise to retrieve and analyze the footage.

Key Plot Points

• Doubts arise about Rin-da's truthfulness, as she avoided the alley on her first return to the scene.
• Rin-da is suspected of spending an unusually long time at the crime scene, contradicting her claim of leaving due to fear.
• Tsubokura's involvement is still suspected, but Rin-da's actions also raise suspicion.
• Rin-da is detained and interrogated, confessing to entering the apartment through the main entrance after seeing someone in the alley, erasing her traces, and taking a threatening video from the victim.
• The team struggles to progress without being able to interrogate Tsubokura, who is in detention.

Character Developments

• Rin-da's story changes, raising more questions about her involvement.
• Shiraishi becomes more assertive and decisive in leading the investigation.
• Akasaka and Gen use a "whip and sugar" tactic to interrogate Rin-da.

Significant Themes

• The complexity of human behavior and the difficulty in discerning truth from lies.
• The challenges of conducting an investigation when key suspects are not accessible.
• The importance of thorough evidence collection and analysis.

Character Interactions

• Yamada, Akasaka, Fuji, and Aoki discuss and debate the suspects' actions and motives.
• Shiraishi, Akasaka, and Gen work together to interrogate Rin-da.
• Shirai feels guilty and senses resentment from his colleagues for his previous actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiraishi decides to personally follow up on the case just a day before the court session, surprising his subordinates.
• He reviews crime scene investigation photos, initially finding nothing new.
• Shiraishi uses 6000 points to upgrade his [Evidence Collection] and [Deduction] abilities.
• He enters a mental space reconstruction of the crime scene, revealing new details and clues.
• Shiraishi witnesses a reenactment of the crime, with the victim and suspect interacting.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi: Shows dedication and confidence in solving the case, using his abilities to their fullest. He also demonstrates empathy and understanding towards his subordinates' feelings.
• Akasaka: Admires Shiraishi's capabilities and supports his decision to personally follow up on the case.

Significant Themes

• The power of dedication and hard work in solving complex cases.
• The importance of empathy and understanding in leadership.
• The use of advanced abilities to gain insights and solve mysteries.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi and Akasaka: Akasaka supports Shiraishi's decision, showing respect for his abilities and leadership.
• Shiraishi and the crime scene: Shiraishi interacts with the mental reconstruction of the crime scene, gaining new insights and understanding the events that transpired.
• Hayashida and Tsubokura: The victim and suspect interact in the reenactment, providing crucial details about the crime.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tsubokura attempts to kill Hayashida in a reenactment, but Shiraishi uses his ability to rewind time.
• Ms. Rin-da returns home and finds the victim's corpse, but instead of calling for help, she takes ingredients and leaves.
• Shiraishi rewinds time again and observes a different scenario where Ms. Rin-da is present and kills the victim.
• Both scenarios lead to the same outcome, but Shiraishi believes there's a way to distinguish between them.

Character Developments

• Tsubokura: Attempts to kill Hayashida, shows cunning and strength.
• Hayashida: Physically strong, but ultimately no match for Tsubokura.
• Ms. Rin-da: Initially seems like a victim, but later reveals her involvement in the crime.
• Lin Tian (victim): Shows fear and desperation in his final moments.

Significant Themes

• Deception and truth: Both Tsubokura and Ms. Rin-da deceive others, and the truth is hidden until Shiraishi's intervention.
• Power dynamics: The physical strength and power dynamics between characters shift, affecting the outcome of events.

Character Interactions

• Tsubokura vs. Hayashida: A physical struggle between the two ends with Tsubokura's victory.
• Ms. Rin-da and Lin Tian: Their interaction reveals Ms. Rin-da's true intentions and leads to Lin Tian's death.
• Shiraishi and the suspects: Shiraishi uses his ability to observe and manipulate events, trying to uncover the truth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shiraishi, upon waking, asks for the autopsy report but learns the body was already cremated.
• He enters the soundproof room to interrogate Ms. Rin-da, who admits to seeing the victim's body before cooking the final meal.
• Shiraishi persuades Ms. Rin-da to testify in court about seeing the victim's body and Tsubokura's presence.
• Shiraishi's team submits the investigation results to the prosecution, requesting a supplementary interrogation of Tsubokura.
• The prosecution accepts the new witness but rejects the request for Tsubokura's interrogation.

Character Developments

• Shiraishi demonstrates his intimidating presence and persuasive skills during the interrogation.
• Ms. Rin-da shows fear and reluctance but eventually agrees to testify.
• Shiraishi exhibits calm and strategic thinking in handling the case and dealing with the prosecution.

Significant Themes

• The importance of autopsies in murder investigations and the lack of forensic pathologists in the Eastern Island Nation.
• The struggle between the police and the prosecution in gathering evidence and conducting interrogations.
• The psychological pressure and manipulation Shiraishi uses during interrogations.

Character Interactions

• Shiraishi interacts with Ms. Rin-da, using his imposing presence and strategic questioning to persuade her to testify.
• Shiraishi works with his team, delegating tasks and discussing the case's progress.
• Shiraishi communicates with the prosecution, submitting evidence and requesting further interrogations.