Ch. 61Lying in Wait for the Murderer
Key Plot Points and Events
- Lin Mu arrives in Nara City and takes over the cold case investigation.
- He identifies a pattern in the locations of missing persons, connecting them to a local legend, Prince Sawara.
- Lin Mu deduces that the next incident will occur at midnight, completing the ritual pattern.
- He is accompanied by Umekawa Kuko and a male subordinate, Umekawa Kaito, to investigate the predicted location.
Character Developments
- Lin Mu demonstrates his analytical skills and knowledge of jujutsu, impressing Fushimi Takumi and Umekawa Kuko.
- Umekawa Kaito shows hostility towards Lin Mu, questioning his abilities and intentions.
- Fushimi Takumi supports Lin Mu's deductions and orders Umekawa Kaito to cooperate.
Significant Themes
- The power of systematic jujutsu knowledge vs. individual abilities.
- The tension between official jujutsu sorcerers and freelance sorcerers.
- The importance of teamwork and cooperation in investigations.
Character Interactions
- Lin Mu clashes with Umekawa Kaito, who questions his methods and abilities.
- Fushimi Takumi supports Lin Mu and orders Umekawa Kaito to assist him.
- Umekawa Kuko shows interest in and support for Lin Mu, offering to accompany him on the investigation.