C34 Dark Undercurrents

In a secluded courtyard within Chiba City, a young man sat at the heart of a spacious compound, engrossed in the book he held. Out of the blue, he inquired, "How's the investigation coming along?"

"Reporting to you, my lord, we've uncovered some leads and are continuing our pursuit," a dull voice responded from the shadows.

"Go on," the young man said nonchalantly, turning a page of his book