"This girl has only just entered the workforce. Young people may lack experience and have plenty of mistaken ideas and behaviors, but she truly is an outstanding talent. I believe she has great potential, and she is bound to become a core member of the Bureau in the future."
"Th-then that would be excellent. Still, we must remain careful and cautious, lest the tragedy of the past happen again..."
On the surface, he appeared calm and unruffled.
In truth, Yoshio's words had already shaken Ginoza.
The tragedy of the past.
It was a scar Ginoza would never be able to erase in his lifetime. Though three years had already passed, the scar remained, hidden deep within his heart and rarely shown to others.
"The position of Inspector is exceptionally cruel. But to cultivate elites capable of taking on important posts within the Public Safety Bureau in the future, this is an unavoidable proving ground. You must face countless criminals, as well as the twisted psyches of the Enforcers, and still carry out your duties without wavering or becoming confused. Only those who prove such unwavering resolve are permitted to work at the Ministry of Welfare headquarters... Do not let your guard down, Ginoza-kun. The causal relationship between the Crime Coefficient and hereditary aptitude has not yet been scientifically proven, but neither has their lack of connection. From the bottom of my heart, I pray that you do not repeat your father's mistakes."
"Yes, I will keep that in mind."
Meanwhile.
At the Enforcer dormitory.
Teng wore an apron and was carefully preparing food with meticulous precision. Akane Tsunemori sat stiffly with a solemn expression, sitting upright and watching Teng in the kitchen as though worried he might get hurt.
Akane Tsunemori looked around.
She spotted a handheld console and game