The convoy sped all the way to the Domoto Family's abandoned factory.
Domoto's son-in-law jumped out of the car and rushed to the main gate, but his hands were shaking so badly that he failed several times to line up the key with the keyhole.
"Let me!" Inspector Megure could not stand watching any longer. He snatched the key and swiftly unlocked the door.
They rushed into the warehouse and swept their flashlights around. In a corner, the beam illuminated a stout figure. The group hurried over and cried out in delight when they saw him clearly. "It's Chairman Domoto!"
"Let me see." Dr. Shirai hurried over to examine him. Before long, he breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, although the man was unconscious, he could still be saved—meaning the leverage Dr. Shirai held over him would remain useful.
He performed some simple emergency treatment and sent the man into the ambulance.
Mrs. Domoto hurried after them, accompanying her father to the hospital.
Domoto's son-in-law hesitated, wanting to go as well. But before he could, a voice stopped him. "Wait."
Domoto's son-in-law: "?!"
His heart skipped a beat. He slowly turned around and saw the Detective beside him.
Jiang Xia looked at the hesitant, half-faded Killing Intent around him and sighed disapprovingly. "You did not seem particularly eager to rescue Mr. Domoto before the deadline. Is there anything you would like to say about this kidnapping case?"
Domoto Akinari's face went pale. "...I don't understand what you mean."
Jiang Xia said, "This kidnapping was not really about money. It had another purpose. I heard that after marrying Mrs. Domoto, you were often reprimanded by your father-in-law. Recently, even your wife had begun to resent you. Is that right?"
Domoto Akinari clenched his fists and said nothing. Inspector Megure, however, understood