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Las Vegas more than 10 years ago.

Samurai Zen Samurai Zen Samurai Zen…

It's Show Time！.

Production.

Miracle Water.

Nameless Town.

Source of film.

TTG

Nameless Town.

Proofreading & Time.

WITH

It's too early to cry! This is just a try-on!

Ah.

I'm sorry...

Wow, Maye is so cute!

My favorite thing to do at age 6 is to draw.

That's enough, stop saying those kinds of things.

A 15-year-old's awkward school uniform look.

Hey Kenta, watch carefully.

Ah... let's pause for a moment.

My homeroom teacher is my dad.

OK

Does Shinji look a little unhappy here?

There will be a class reunion later, right?

Ask them if they have any happier photos.

Um…

But look, my dad is going too.

Huh?

It will require a lot of everyone's attention.

Ah.

I used to be given strange nicknames.

Regarding "Kamio-sensei's listening device".

"If I do something bad in front of my daughter, she'll tell the teacher."

But that might be a useful little story.

Um?

Used at weddings.

Have you finished writing?

Um.

After all, I'm the daughter of a Mandarin teacher.

Really.

Ah... please continue playing-okay.

"Going to great lengths for the skirt."

The yard is so beautiful!

Really?

That…

Are there many like that?

Ah... yes, there are several couples every year.

Hey.

That's awesome!

Um.

Huh? You seem to care a lot?

No.

Yeah.

Wait a mininute.

Sorry-Okay.

Hello?

Huh?

Please note that the car door is about to close.

Welcome to the sacred land of "Brain Maze".

Sorry, I'm in a hurry.

This way.

My dad.

That's right.

Dad.

He was murdered…

Is that so?

We believe the possibility is very high.

Excuse me, could you please move aside?

Excuse me, could you please let me pass?

Excuse me, excuse me.

Back off! Back off!

Please wear.

Please come this way.

This department has contacted all bureaus requesting reports on the current situation.

Starting with the command class.

This is the on-site evidence collection team.

Currently within a 200-meter radius of the site.

Conduct inquiries and collect evidence.

There is currently no conclusive eyewitness information.

Has your father had any recent arguments with anyone?

Or do you have any close relatives or friends?

Sorry, I don't know.

When was the last time you contacted the victim?

That…

Don't you remember?

Excuse me, please step back a little.

Unauthorized personnel are not allowed to enter.

Why?!

Entry is prohibited here now.

It seems like the County Sheriff's Third Division is coming soon, please.

Receive.

Thank you for your hard work.

Is anything missing?

Valuable items or things your father cherishes.

Who is that person?

Unauthorized personnel are prohibited from entering!

I'm here precisely because I'm a relevant person.

Huh?

Thank you, you saved me a lot of trouble.

Oh, it's been a long time, Shinse!

Long time no see... Uncle

uncle?

Excuse me, may I ask what your name is?

First, I'd like to know your name.

Ah…the resident registration form also records one other person besides the victim.

They should have sent an email to the police inspector as well.

Takeshi Kamio... the victim's younger brother.

I'm just going home.

Two years later.

Can I see your ID?

- Huh? - So…

- Do you have anything to prove your identity? - Ah.

Please see.

Just kidding.

Please confirm.

Are you a magician or something?

So you must be Inspector Kogure.

Ah?

Megure's words seem quite reliable.

- Hey, give it back! - I'll give it back even if you don't tell me.

I showed my identification.

I think it's unfair if you don't show it.

Okay, please don't be so angry.

Don't touch it casually.

Was it an accident? Or homicide?

We believe there is a high probability that it was murder.

How was he killed?

Stabbed with a knife? Beaten by something?

Was he strangled to death?

We are the ones asking the questions.

Where have you been and what have you been doing from yesterday until this morning?

Can you wait a moment?

I don't know what you think of me.

But I am currently immersed in the grief of my older brother's murder.

From yesterday to this morning

I've always been in the shop I run.

Since I was staying at the hotel, I never went outside.

Which store.

At a bar called "Trap Hand" in Ebisu.

You can find it with a simple search.

I told you not to touch it!

So what is your reason for coming back here today?

The case has not yet been publicly reported.

I feel uneasy...

It was just my sixth sense kicking in... that's all.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Cooperation fee.

Huh?

Surely they'll cover my and Shin's food and lodging expenses, right?

Huh?

Didn't you want to protect the scene?

Isn't it only natural that the police should compensate for the expenses incurred during that period?

Right, Shinse?

Huh?

I need to consult with my superiors first.

Thanks.

Marumiya Hotel.

True World!

Peach.

This is terrible, I never expected the teacher to…

Sorry for suddenly saying you want to come and stay.

Although now they talk about inbound tourism.

But no foreigners come to this quiet countryside.

Yeah…

Ah... hello

oh.

Nice to meet you, I am Takeshi Kamio.

Ah… I am Momoko Ikenaga.

Um.

What's wrong

nothing.

We have prepared the best rooms.

I don't even remember what I said to my dad at the end.

How can you have such a good appetite?

Honestly, why did you come back?

If you pay for my recent drinks and meals

I can also tell you.

Don't even extort money from your niece!

Where in the world is there a magician who will reveal the secrets of magic for free?

But you've already quit, right?

What was it called again? It was that… Samurai Zen.

Don't mention that name again.

Doesn't my room have a painting of a woman hanging there?

The painting contains a motion-sensing camera.

Nothing unusual happened during the two years I was away.

But this morning.

I received this video.

Fingerprint collection from the victim's body completed.

Dad's...

When will the body be returned?

If all goes well, I should be back tonight at the latest tomorrow.

Huh?

The forensic autopsy has long since ended.

Why do you have this?

Forensic autopsy record

I won't perform magic without a price to pay.

Please confirm.

Inspector Kogure

I showed my identification.

It's unfair if you don't show it.

Okay, please don't be so angry.

I am currently immersed in grief over the murder of my older brother.

You can find it with a simple search.

What about phone screen lock?

Cracked.

How did you do that?

Anyone can guess the password by looking at the finger and eye movements during operation.

Doing that kind of thing

I want to do it myself.

Find out the truth of the case.

It's only natural that my own brother was killed, isn't it?

You're clearly not a police officer.

There are some things the police can't do, but I can.

Because magicians are also good at seeing through other people's lies.

Don't worry, I didn't intend to involve my adorable niece.

Compared to that, what I want to ask of Masami is...

Arranging the funeral and...

The fee is just here.

Wait a moment!

Let's begin class.

Please complete and submit your essay on this topic by next Monday.

Seriously, Kamio-sensei really loves writing!

Hey, Shinji.

What's it like to show your essay to your dad?

Well, I've gotten used to it.

Because I don't know how to write the truth.

Even at home, I still feel like a teacher and a student.

To Dad.

Are you working now?

No, what's wrong?

Um.

It's just during the wedding.

Is there a segment where relatives give speeches?

If so, I need to prepare.

Ah... Kenta and I discussed it and said we don't need it.

So you don't need to worry.

Yeah…

Oh, I see.

Excuse me, do you mean to give a speech?

It's okay.

Zhenshi, don't force yourself.

Um?

The bride.

Written for my parents

letter?

Yes, Mom is gone too.

True World.

No…

Sorry to call you while you're busy.

Fine.

Goodbye.

To Dad.

Oh, what's wrong?

I want to participate too.

Find out the truth behind my father's murder.

You can't do it.

That's not true.

After seeing this, are you still going to keep up the good work?

Finding out the truth also means.

It will expose a darker side of your father that you were unaware of.

Will you still be able to turn your face away like this then?

I will investigate.

Just wait patiently.

Etc.

I will not run away anymore.

I

I don't want to never understand my father.

What kind of life did he lead that he had to be killed?

I want to figure this out properly.

Go all out to find out the truth.

Can you swear that you will never be confused or run away?

I swear.

Never run away.

The first person to discover the remains was.

Kohei Haraguchi, my classmate.

His father asked him to discuss the wine to be used at the class reunion.

They spoke on the phone several times about this.

I also visited their home.

My father was murdered between 8 p.m. and midnight the night before last.

The modus operandi is

strangled with a towel or similar object

good.

My brother went out wearing a suit the day before yesterday, Saturday.

It was to meet an acquaintance.

Or perhaps it's to go to a place where one must dress appropriately.

After finishing his business, the older brother returned home.

Upon entering the study, they noticed the intruder behind them.

And saw the other party.

As a result, he was attacked and killed by that person.

The killer's goal from the very beginning was to take the brother's life.

Because the room was suspiciously messy.

The deliberate disruption was intended to disguise it as a simple theft.

To prevent us from noticing motives such as resentment or self-interest.

So.

The perpetrator was... someone my dad knew.

And one person has already lied.

Haraguchi...

Professor Kamio...

Hey Uncle.

What are you here for?

It's spicy but very potent.

This is a wine that makes you want to gulp it down.

This is a limited edition item that will only be sold in our own store from now on.

That's the decisive wine!

Yes!

The distillery said they've also entrusted me with their sales strategy.

Ah... so that was about you?

Ah?

Actually, I heard it from my brother.

A student came to him to discuss something about the new wine.

It seems that the student was working very hard and they wanted to help him.

Did the teacher mention something like that?

Well, after hearing the situation, he felt it was very troublesome.

Oh, you've even heard the details?

Can I say something?

Um?

What are you talking about?

Ah…

Haraguchi.

Excuse me, if it's convenient, could you explain this to Shin-chan?

Ah... okay.

Actually, it's about Kugimiya Rie.

Katsuki Kugimiya, author of "Phantom Labyrinth".

It's him, isn't it?

Um.

Do you know each other?

My junior high school classmates.

The most inconspicuous classmate.

She's now the town's number one star.

Kugimiya Rie's "Mental Labyrinth" has sold over 10 million copies.

Congratulations.

Thanks.

"Fantasy fans" are also popular overseas.

Even our store has inbound tourists coming to inquire.

I want to name this wine.

Let's just change it to "Zero-character East Ma".

That's the name of the protagonist of the game "Brain Labyrinth".

Kugimiya recently returned here from Tokyo.

So now is the perfect opportunity to negotiate.

But the problem lies with the nine-layered pear.

Ninefold?

The fragrance of nine-layered pear.

Keshu.

She works in sales at an advertising agency in Tokyo.

Because he and Kugimiya were junior high school classmates.

So it seems like all the work related to "Brain Maze" has been handed over to her.

He's got the air of a real agent.

They even followed me here and wouldn't let me talk to Kugimiya.

So

I'd like to ask Kamio-sensei to act as a matchmaker.

So why did you lie to the police?

The reason you visited your brother's house yesterday.

It wasn't the wine for the class reunion that was the real reason.

Otherwise.

He won't call multiple times or make a special trip to visit.

I thought it was unrelated to the case.

I just didn't want people to think I was jumping the gun...

Do you know about the Brain Maze Hut project from 5 years ago?

Ah... so you're recreating and building the protagonist's house on Aozora Hill, right?

The plan generated quite a stir when it was first proposed.

I think this will be a very powerful initiative to revitalize the region.

However, all plans were suspended due to the pandemic…

The atmosphere of despair at the time.

Only those who have lived here can understand.

As a result, the town remains unpopular to this day.

That's why many people want to bet on Brain Maze again.

The team leader was Kashiwagi Hiroshi, who was in the same class.

He was originally supposed to be in charge of building the Illusionary Brain Maze cabin.

It is the company of the Kashiwa family, Kashiwa Construction.

He is now the vice president of this company.

Is this Muyuan?

Yes, it's Makihara Satoru.

He works at the local Clover Bank.

He has many business dealings with Cypress Construction.

And he's still Kashiwagi's shadow to this day.

I have high hopes for you.

Um.

Let's work together to make this town lively!

So, could you please keep my early start a secret?

Because I still need to make a good living in this small town in the future.

If you have any information, you should at least let me know.

Hiding your hand is common sense for entertainers.

But how do you know Haraguchi is lying?

Human behaviour patterns are not that different.

Is "Fantasy Fan" really that famous?

- You seemed to know just now... - How could I possibly know?

What kind of story is it?

Huh?

The official name of "Phantom Maze" is "Phantom Brain Maze".

It is the representative work of manga artist Katsuki Kugimiya.

The protagonist is named Reijima Higashima.

He is a former genius adventurer who has climbed many of the world's most dangerous peaks.

He lost his hands and feet in the accident and lost his will to live.

One day, government officials visited Dongma and said to him.

Only you can save the world.

Dongma, as a virtual character, infiltrates the virtual space "maze".

I found my former self.

An adventure begins in search of the "lost sheep" that has plunged the world into crises.

But many cruel trials await him on his journey.

The planned construction site of the Enchanted House.

The manga has ended, but it became very popular after being adapted into an anime.

Is the story set in this small town?

For the town where Dongma lives.

Many similar landscapes will appear.

The scenery here is exactly the same as in the comics.

Do you want to take a look?

Did he debut with this work?

The very first work was called "The Other Me is a Ghost".

It is a heartwarming family story.

Later, however, he completely changed his style and drew the Brain Maze.

What a genius!

Previously, he was clearly just an "insect companion".

Insect companions?

Hmm, the bugs that quietly live in the corner of the classroom.

That guy has no friends - that's true.

Always drawing alone.

Hey, please, Kugimiya Rie!

Did you do today's cleaning duty for us?

Please-what is this?

Kamio-sensei's listening device is here.

What are you doing?

Stop doing such pointless things.

But there was a boy in the class named Tsukumi who acted like a messenger of justice.

Don't you eat in the classroom?

Everyone feels uncomfortable when I'm around.

Because you see, I am Kamio-sensei's listening device.

That's not true at all.

Eh…

You are you, don't worry about it.

Just like insects at night are attracted to light.

We naturally began to grow closer.

Feeding Kugimiya.

Um?

Our lives have only just begun.

But Tsukumi…

Sick.

He passed away.

Yes, in the winter of my third year of junior high school.

If he were alive.

I'm definitely happier than anyone else for Kugimiya's success.

Hello.

Did you find anything?

Ah... no, that's not how it is.

That…

During vigils and funerals.

Could we send in a few investigators?

- For example, infiltrating the staff at a funeral home... - Undercover investigation.

But would the murderer really attend the funeral of the person he killed?

Imagine the killer's psychology.

It is generally believed that not participating would be suspicious.

Right, Officer Kakitani?

However, I also have a request.

What is it?

Could I come into the house before the night watch?

Shinji desperately wanted to retrieve the item meant for her brother's coffin.

Right, Shinse?

Um.

Yes

hateful.

What are you doing?

It's so noisy.

How about it?

Officer Kakitani, you should have a landline here, right?

We took that back to the police station.

Huh? Can I have my brother's phone back?

It will be fine in a moment.

That would be difficult.

Uncle

ah?

It's impossible to put all of these in a coffin, right?

Ah?

Dad's words.

Ask him if there's anything he'd like to take to that world.

I feel like he'll say all of this.

Graduation Anthology.

Which class was Masami in?

What's wrong with the 42nd edition?

Huh?

If you're going to put something in a coffin, you should use a book.

Yes, indeed.

Choose this one.

My dad used to recommend this book to troubled students.

Even if you're alone, try to trust others.

Just like what the teacher said!

Ah?

Ah... excuse me.

Ms. Kamio also taught Chinese.

Is that so?

Yes.

Did the teacher used to smoke?

I used to smoke about ten years ago.

Were they using regular lighters back then?

Yes, I remember it was...

What's wrong.

Ah no.

Because the study is very grand

I feel it doesn't match the disposable lighter.

Feels good.

Just like what I asked you to do.

Um.

But…

It's quite rare to allow all participants to see the body.

This was a trap set up to lure out the murderer.

You'll understand later.

Compared to your fiancé?

Huh?

I heard it from my brother.

I told him that he only needed to attend the funeral.

After all, he's not officially a member of our family yet.

I don't want to get him involved.

So.

It might not be appropriate to say this at this time.

Congratulations on your marriage!

Thanks.

To Ms. Mayo Kamio Have you already spoken to Mr. Kenta? Is it really a good idea to get married like this?

Delete email No.

Please register here.

This is a voucher.

The venue is here.

Please take good care of me.

Is it alright for you to stay in a place like this while on night watch?

You're really interested in me.

Because of some information that has come up that has caught my attention.

Um?

On the day your brother was killed.

You've met him in person, right?

I have no obligation to answer.

Immediately after you graduate high school.

He went to America to become a magician.

He didn't return to China for many years afterward, leaving his parents in the care of his older brother.

He didn't even show up at his father's funeral.

How well do these unfilial younger brothers get along with their older brothers?

So... it's no longer possible.

I don't want to talk about this right now.

But even the teachers...

What happened to Shinse?

I wanted to say thank you for helping me receive guests today.

It's okay, it's okay.

Ah…this is my husband, Ryosuke.

Ah... nice to meet you.

Did you come here specifically for this purpose?

Yes

I really received a lot of care from the teacher.

Huh?

He was also from this small town and was five years older than us.

那个…「奔跑吧！梅勒斯」

My teacher recommended it to me before.

We've kept in touch a few times since graduation...

By the way, is there enough time for Liangfu?

Sorry, Maye has been transferred to Osaka.

I have to get back today.

Oh, I see. Thank you for today.

You've worked hard on the investigation for days.

Thank you.

Maeda?

Uncle.

What's this.

It could be said that the police compiled a list of suspects.

Suspect list?

If there was some conflict between the murderer and the brother.

In the call logs of mobile phones or landlines.

This person's name should be there.

Police compiled a list of individuals to be wary of based on the call records.

Verification was conducted during the undercover investigation.

I see…

Even so, stealing a police officer's phone is still a bit

I didn't steal it; I politely borrowed it from him and returned it.

No problem.

Yeah.

Do you recognize any of the names in there?

Haraguchi Makihara.

Peach and Sugishita.

Sugishita... this is her first appearance.

His nickname is Elite Sugishita.

Previously ran an IT company in Tokyo.

But it seems they've recently moved their base back here.

Mother.

Okay, let's pass it on to Dad.

For Dad.

The names of Kokonoe and Kugimiya also appear.

About a third of the list consists of my classmates.

Is it because the class reunion is coming soon?

Huh?

And there's also my uncle's name.

Have you been in contact with your dad recently?

Ah, that's why my name is on it.

What did you say?

That involves privacy, so I can't say.

Even I can't tell you!

That uncle is the prime suspect.

Speaking of the real world.

The term "uncle" is not appropriate.

What, why are you suddenly bringing this up?

It's best to revise it.

For example, Brother Wu Shi or even the worst Mr. Wu would be fine.

Um?

Mr. Wu…

You're so slow!

Make the police and your classmates feel that we trust each other.

Wouldn't that make things more convenient for us?

You just hate being called "uncle," right?

It's okay, it wasn't the old man's idea.

As long as you're still Dad's younger brother, you're my uncle.

Let's not talk about that. What will we do tomorrow?

If the people on the list attend the funeral.

There's something I want you to inquire about.

First, what did they say to their brother?

The other one was on the Saturday of the incident.

Did they know their brother was going to Tokyo?

What? I didn't know about this.

I also took the opportunity to use the data from analyzing my brother's phone location information.

You don't even know that kind of thing...?

You didn't send it to me.

Based on that data, we can know that the older brother started at 6 PM.

Just at the Tokyo Kingdom Hotel.

He probably used the hotel lounge.

This provides an important clue.

Who does Dad plan to see in Tokyo...?

That person is not the murderer.

Why?

If the crime was committed by someone he met in Tokyo.

Then this person will definitely be caught on camera with his brother.

Yeah, that's true...

However, I agree that this is an important clue.

The murderer sneaked into his house and lay in ambush while his brother was away.

In other words, the murderer was someone who knew the brother was going to Tokyo.

This.

It is the key to solving this case

haven't seen you for a long time.

Please accept my condolences.

Keshu and I went to see the teacher.

Because Kashiwagi and his group were arguing endlessly about revitalizing the town, they wanted to discuss it with him.

Right, Mr. Keshu?

Ah um

Tokyo?

I don't think we've talked about that.

Right, the 'Bark Tree'?

Hmm, I haven't heard of it.

Yes, I spoke with the teacher on the phone and also went to the teacher's house.

Because the class reunion is going to hold a memorial service for Tsuhimi.

So please ask the teacher to give a speech.

The teacher said there was a treasured story.

But confirmation is needed.

Tokyo? Ah…

Come to think of it, Sugishita mentioned this when discussing the class reunion.

It's a pity.

When I called the teacher about the class reunion.

He asked me for recommendations for Tokyo hotels.

I'm planning to go next Saturday.

Therefore, I recommend the Tokyo Kingdom Hotel.

I don't think I've told anyone else about this besides Momoko and Makihara.

Really? Thank you.

Okay, goodbye.

Please take good care of me.

Kenta.

Sorry I'm late.

Thank you for coming all this way.

It must be very tiring, right?

Yeah, I'm fine.

True World.

Who is this?

My fiancé, Kenta Nakajo.

Oh, so it's you!

Ah, nice to meet you.

I often hear Zhen Shi praising you.

They said you are very considerate and enthusiastic about your work.

Did Zhenshi praise me?

I'll get straight to the point, Kenta.

Can I talk to you alone?

Huh?

My brother is gone now.

I want to hear your determination and faith on behalf of Shin-se's parents.

Wait a moment.

What's wrong.

What are you planning?

Didn't you say yourself that you didn't want to get him involved?

Kenta, let's go.

Ah... okay.

True World?

Thank you for coming.

Please hand over the funeral gifts to us here.

Please.

Thanks.

Excuse me.

Thank you for coming today.

I am Eiichi Kamio's daughter.

My name is Moriwaki.

Ms. Moriwaki…

Moriwaki.

Ms. Kamio was my homeroom teacher in the second year of junior high school.

I recently asked him for advice.

So…

Excuse me…

Has Muyuan arrived today?

Are you referring to Makihara Satoru?

He came by last night when he was on watch.

Is there something you need from him?

It's nothing serious.

Please

unnecessary.

Thanks for your hard work.

What did you say to Kenta?

Want to know?

Um?

How much can you offer?

Huh? Money again?

You're very concerned about how much you can get, aren't you?

No... I'll tell Kenta not to get too involved.

Dad originally planned to say it at the memorial service.

What exactly is that treasured story?

I'm also very interested in the relationship between Atsumi Moriwaki and Makihara.

Is it someone you know?

Makihara seems to know about her father's trip to Tokyo.

I know about going to Tokyo.

Didn't you ask what Moriwaki-nii discussed with her?

No question.

And her reasons for wanting to see Mu Yuan.

Why not ask such crucial questions?

What a useless guy.

In conclusion.

Students who came yesterday and today.

He is the most important person in this case.

Um.

Who did you see in Tokyo?

Muyuan seems to be a bank employee, right?

Hmm, Mitsuba Bank.

Could it be... that you find Muyuan suspicious?

Sorry for calling you out so suddenly.

It's okay, it's okay.

Peach and I were just discussing the class reunion.

Are you alright, Shinji?

Hmm, now that I'm free from being the master of ceremonies, I'd like to have a drink.

I'm sorry to say this at this time.

If you can attend the class reunion.

Can I give a speech on behalf of my teacher at Tsuhisa's memorial service?

Class reunion on November 23, 2025 A memorial service for classmate Naoya Tsukimi will also be held on the same day.

I?

Welcome!

Sorry I'm late.

What's wrong? Sit down.

Oh, Kamio, please invite us out to play more often!

Let's all remember Kamio-sensei today.

Please come in, Rie Kugimiya-sensei!

Oh, I'm sorry.

It already feels like a class reunion!

Keshu.

Can I add sugar to Jiuchong hot Shaoxing wine?

Okay.

Don't remain silent and bring up the topic.

By the way, Kamio.

What do people in Tokyo think of this town?

How have you been feeling since you last came back?

How about it…

Don't you think this place has become a very desolate town?

Other places have made good use of inbound tourists.

It was a lively and bustling scene.

We don't even get to come here, let alone foreigners, even Japanese people.

Therefore.

Could you please help me?

The fantasies are the only ray of hope in this small town.

Hey, please!

Can you help this town?

We're friends, right?

Feed the pasture.

I used the same Azure Hill as last time.

However, will it be possible to display life-size figurines of the characters this time?

Tell Kashiwagi and the others what I'm about to send them.

I spoke with the government and they were very interested.

Don't push it forward without authorization.

This kind of thing needs to be addressed beforehand.

Is there no problem with the money?

Huh?

I remembered my dad mentioning a student who had caused a financial dispute.

That doesn't refer to Kashiwagi and the others, right?

What are you talking about? That's not us, is it?

We have been steadily recruiting investors to advance our plan.

There were no disputes.

Really... that's good.

If it fails like it did with the Illusion House incident...

What kind of insults would they hurl online?

I won't fail next time.

And it's best to just ignore what strangers say online who don't know your background.

The most dangerous things are the words of strangers whose background you don't know.

This is an era where even a small scandal can completely destroy an entire reputation.

Don't you understand?

Wow, that's impressive! Working at an advertising agency really makes a difference.

It's just not the world we see.

There are so many troubles!

Ah...

Fame isn't all good.

I guess so.

I support you.

Although it was done in secret.

Thanks.

The teacher said that too.

Huh?

Ah... it was when Jiuchong and I went to see him.

Yeah.

This class reunion will also include a memorial service for classmate Tsukumi.

Will Kugimiya also attend?

Um.

Because no matter how much the number of readers increased later.

My manga's first reader was Tsukumi.

You must be envious.

I'm a manga artist drawn by Kugimiya Rie.

The first and only reader.

Where did you go?

Why are you dressed like this?

Between Atsumi Moriwaki and Makihara.

There is some kind of financial dispute.

Huh?

Thank you for your hard work, Inspector.

How long did they stay?

It took more than an hour.

They brought the paperback that had been placed in the coffin.

Wait a moment!

Why is the next part the main point?

You didn't even wiretap the police, did you?

It's perfectly fine to install it at home and listen to it myself.

Should we let the victim's daughter listen to that voicemail message?

"About Dad's bank account."

The voice belonged to a young woman; it could be her daughter's classmate.

A young woman who left a voice message for her brother.

It should be this Atsumi Moriwaki.

How did you know?

What would you say if you were to give your name in a voice message?

Normally, I would say my name is Kamio.

But back then, they probably wouldn't have explained how to write their names in Chinese characters one by one.

The tail of the god's tail, I am the tail of the god.

I see!

Moriwaki.

Therefore, the names on the list are in katakana.

Police cannot determine how Chinese characters are written based solely on voice messages.

If this Atsumi Moriwaki has met Makihara once...

She was referring to "Dad's bank account".

Bank employee Muyuan is definitely involved.

And it's an issue that needs to be discussed with Dad...

Atsumi Moriwaki's father, Kazuo Moriwaki.

He is a capable industrialist.

However, he passed away 5 years ago due to the pandemic.

How do you even know this?

They asked their neighbours.

Is that alright?

I have never once claimed to be a criminal police officer.

All of these conclusions were drawn by the other party based on my appearance and attitude.

Although it has a slightly performative aspect.

But what if Kazuo has already passed away?

What his daughter, Dunmei, discussed with her father...

Could it be about inheritance?

Not more serious.

The older brother learned someone's unspeakable secret...

He was just murdered, right?

True World.

That's all for now.

I don't need any burdens.

I don't want to.

I will never back down.

I swore an oath.

Whatever the truth awaits me, I will never run away.

What is he?

What did we learn?

I have obtained the alibis of my classmates.

How did you figure it out?

How to find out... I only asked Officer Kakitani.

Police are unlikely to easily disclose details of their investigation.

I tried to appeal to emotions.

He was scolded for being his father's student.

They didn't even come for the vigil or the funeral.

If he doubted his classmates, would he still be able to stay in this small town?

He then said that this was a special exception, made only once.

So what did you learn?

The night my father was killed, the 15th.

Three people were able to provide alibis.

Haraguchi, Kashiwagi, Momoko.

Then what surprised me was what happened next.

Kugimiya and Kokonoe seem to be at a love hotel together.

Did they say that themselves?

Because of that kind of situation, it seems like Kugimiya initially lied.

Saying you're home alone.

But he admitted it after Jiuchong testified.

Then, an alibi cannot be definitively confirmed.

This is Sugishita and Makihara.

They all said they were home alone.

But it seems impossible to confirm.

Sugishita also refused to provide mobile phone location information.

I see…

If one of these two is the murderer...

It seems like Muyuan has a motive?

Has Muyuan gotten married?

Shouldn't be single.

Pretty capable!

Right?

Dad.

Isn't this being too considerate of the students?

Everyone likes to consult him, and as a result, they learn a certain secret.

He was eventually killed because of this.

Dad.

Who did I meet in Tokyo?

Which class was Peach's husband from?

Because they say they're five years older than us, they should be from the 37th cohort?

Yeah

I'll get straight to the point.

Last Saturday.

Dad met someone at the Kingdom Hotel in Tokyo.

Who is that person?

You know about peaches, right?

The character of the brother's secret rendezvous in Tokyo is set as X.

Because we had arranged to meet.

The other party's number will naturally be recorded in my brother's phone.

But a name does not necessarily represent a person.

Dad's call logs.

There are people listed by their last name who share the same last name as someone on this list.

What is the relationship between two people with the same surname?

Parents, siblings, relatives, and

couple.

If both of them are in contact with the older brother...

The answer can only be the two of them.

That's why the order of the collected works was changed.

Because it was a student's father whom they hadn't seen in a long time, they were confirming his appearance.

That's right.

The person Dad went to Tokyo to meet was.

Good Assistant.

Right?

Um.

Actually.

The claim that Ryosuke was transferred to Osaka is a lie.

Actually, it was me who left the home in Yokohama where we lived together.

The reasons are very common.

Soon after his son was born, Liangfu's work also became busy.

The pressure of raising children and working.

We started to harbor resentment towards each other.

Being together only makes things more painful.

I lied to you, I'm sorry.

If the people in this town find out...

Soon all sorts of rumors will start circulating...

Um.

But I only confessed to Kamio-sensei.

Then he said.

If possible, he should go see Liangfu and hear Liangfu's current thoughts.

Oh, I see.

In other words, your brother died because of you and your wife.

Hello…

That's a fact, isn't it?

This case wouldn't have happened if my brother hadn't gone to Tokyo that day.

How could this be…

If you feel bad.

Contact your husband now.

I specially invited my mentor to Tokyo.

Don't you think this is incredibly illogical?

Of course, I think so too.

But because the teacher said.

He had other things to do and came by incidentally, so it's okay.

This is so you won't feel bad.

He probably meant he was going to see Masami.

No... that's not how it is

ah?

Is the teacher coming to see her daughter?

No… this matter must be kept secret from “that”.

"Keep 'that' a secret."

He said "that" instead of "Shinse."

That's right.

I've finished asking.

The teacher got involved because of our problems with my spouse…

The teacher...

Even if they seem happy and fulfilled to outsiders.

In reality, there are all sorts of hidden stories between couples.

Is everyone really like this?

If you're hesitant, then don't get married.

Huh?

Masashi, don't you and Kenta also have problems?

Moreover, it is a rather thorny issue concerning women.

You have that "How did you know?" look on your face.

You read my email back then, right?

That was so careless!

That's terrible...

What should we do? You can talk to me about it.

Of course it's not free, how much are you willing to pay?

You're not a magician, you're just a fraud.

Ms. Kamio?

Ah.

I still come here occasionally.

Because Naoya likes this place.

I'm really looking forward to the Fantasy House!

But when I look at this scenery, I think...

We don't necessarily have to rely on the Brain Maze.

First, there are beautiful autumn leaves and delicious buckwheat noodle shops.

As expected of Kamio-sensei's daughter!

Huh?

The teacher is very good at discovering other people's strengths.

My son Naoya's situation is because he writes good essays.

Even after he was hospitalized, only his teacher would assign him homework.

I also like Tsukumi's essays.

Although I haven't told anyone, there's actually a secret to it.

Hey Kenta, what's wrong?

You seem to think I'm the murderer.

What would you think if you were in that situation?

Ah?

Suppose I killed my brother, what would my reason be?

It's all for the money.

Your regular customers all find it strange.

The shop's opening hours are irregular and business isn't very good.

How exactly does that bar's revenue allow them to make a living?

And you only seem happiest when you're talking about money.

The shortage of police officers in Japan is truly severe.

You're using a kerosene lighter, aren't you?

Lighter fluid was detected on the victim's clothing.

During the struggle with the victim.

It's leaking out, right?

Inspector Kogure.

Let me tell you a little-known fact.

Kerosene lighter fluid.

It's not that easy to leak.

Even you couldn't conjure up a magic trick to stop the rain, could you?

Did you intentionally allow yourself to be taken away by the police for questioning?

Didn't Officer Kakitani care about his brother's lighter?

From what he said, we can infer that the evidence came from the scene or the body.

Traces of a lighter were found.

If the lighter itself is found.

Just let Shinichi see the actual product.

But what they found wasn't a lighter, but something that indicated its existence.

I think it's lighter fluid.

Accompanying the investigation can actually allow you to find out various things from the police.

However, they took longer to bite the hook than I expected.

Even so, I think you took too much risk.

He won't return to Japan until he succeeds as a magician in the United States.

I left home after making that vow to my father.

My brother took on the responsibilities of the family and home for my sake.

Everything.

When I returned to Japan, he didn't say anything and just supported me.

That kindness.

I haven't been able to repay even a little bit of your kindness.

No matter what means are used.

I must find out the truth behind my brother's death.

You didn't actually read my email, did you?

Why do I say this?

Kenta called.

On the day of the funeral.

My ideal type of woman! This is how our romance began!

I've talked to you a lot without even realizing it.

You used your usual technique, didn't you?

It's not about stealing data from others.

Instead, let the other person say it themselves.

Yes.

I'm sorry in that case.

I said you're a liar or something.

I tested you because I sensed you had some reservations.

If you want me to leave it alone, then I won't interfere.

What bothers me is

this.

Ms. Kamio Mayo.

I used to date Mr. Nakajo Kenta.

It seems you're seriously dating with marriage in mind.

But Mr. Kenta doesn't seem to be like that.

This is what he said to me, the woman who was pregnant with his child.

I'm sorry, I can't do either getting married or having children right now.

So I cried and gave up the child.

I never expected Kenta to have kept this a secret...

Would you really believe what a complete stranger says?

The important thing is to confirm whether what is written here is true.

But what good will it do to confirm it?

I like Kenta and don't want to break up.

Rather than letting the truth cause a relationship to break down.

It's better to swallow the truth and stay happy.

Is that really what you think?

That's true.

Will it make you happy?

That's all for this topic.

The most important thing now is to find out the truth.

Which direction is Tsukumi's house in?

Why ask this?

If you're going to give a speech at Tsukumi's memorial service, you'll need various materials, right?

That's fine.

I just heard his mother talk about the essay.

Composition?

Although Tsukumi writes well.

But that's because he first drafted it on the computer.

Well done.

True World.

This is your greatest achievement to date.

Huh?

I don't know if it will still work.

I need to borrow it.

Everything is connected.

What? You know what? Tell me!

The class reunion is the day after tomorrow, right?

Let's begin.

It's Show Time！.

I miss it so much, it hasn't changed at all.

Is it really that dilapidated?

Sorry for having everyone gathered here.

It's okay, I'm just here for the class reunion anyway.

But what does Kamio's uncle plan to do in a place like this?

He said he wanted to give everyone a return gift for their condolences.

I don't know the specifics...

When will this commotion end?

That sound…

Hey hey…

No way!

Let's begin class.

Kamio-sensei

impossible.

What happened?

Next, please attend my class.

Consider it a gift for those who died in an accident.

My farewell party for those who couldn't attend today's class reunion.

Please take a look in the drawer.

You only need to read your own essays.

Dreams of the Future.

So let's start with Kugimiya Rie.

Me?

"Dreams for the Future" - Class 3-2, Katsuki Kugimiya.

My dream is to become a cartoonist.

Of course, I don't think I can create a wildly popular work.

But I want to draw something that is relevant to someone somewhere.

Comics that can become treasures.

Although you were modest in your essay, you still created the Mind Labyrinth.

Please keep that safe.

So, can Kashiwagi read it next?

Although I don't quite understand, I'll keep you company.

"Dreams for the Future."

I plan to take over my father's Baimu Construction business in the future.

Then, like a father, he made the townspeople smile.

Thanks.

You're working hard just like you wrote in your essay!

Yes, there is no one more concerned about this town than me.

So, was my being killed also something I had no choice but to do?

What did you say?

You killed me because I hindered the development of this town.

To be precise, it might be more accurate to say that you ordered someone else to kill him.

Ha?

You despicable person, you won't get your hands dirty.

Who would play along with such a farce?

Feed it back.

Not a farce.

Now we begin the second act of the performance.

I must find out the truth here today.

The murderer who killed my brother.

Makihara

yes.

You're the one in charge of raising funds for the Fantasy Hut, right?

So what?

Mr. Kazuo Moriwaki.

He funded the Illusion House.

How did you know…

His daughter, Dunmei, is very troubled.

A large sum of money disappeared from Dad's account.

That amount

1 billion yen.

My brother found out the truth about this matter and it involves you.

So you all see your brother as a thorn in your side.

Impossible!

We did nothing.

So what's in this bag?

Hey, don't touch it.

Open

ha?

I thought so.

The project to create the Illusionary Cottage was thwarted; Investor Kazuo Moriwaki passed away.

As a result, the 1 billion yen had nowhere to go.

Moreover, it seems that the 1 billion yen was kept secret from family members.

In other words, as long as you don't tell anyone, no one will find out.

It would be so easy for one of you to embezzle it.

If it were me.

I will accept it without hesitation.

Ah... hey.

Excuse me, this is the place.

We did not embezzle any funds!

Exactly! Why is it that even I…

You cannot resist Kashiwagi.

Even if it means you have to do bad things.

That's enough.

Since things have come to this point, all I can say is.

Mr. Moriwaki will surely forgive me.

Forgive? What happened?

That 1 billion wasn't clean money.

It was illegally obtained by Mr. Moriwaki when he was in charge.

So he didn't want to leave it to his family and wanted to keep it a secret.

Want to donate to charities, etc.

Therefore, he proposed funding the Illusion House.

Mr. Moriwaki also expressed his hope to contribute to the local community.

But he passed away.

So I suggested we switch to a new plan.

I think that would better suit Mr. Moriwaki's wishes.

It was absolutely not for personal enrichment.

However, his daughter, Dunmei, recently discovered the existence of that 1 billion yen.

Then Makihara.

Did your brother contact you?

But before I went to see the teacher to explain the situation...

The teacher passed away...

That should clear up any doubts about us, right?

At least there was no longer any motivation.

Right?

Maybe.

So Sugishita.

Kugimiya.

Nine Heavens.

Where were you and what were you doing on the night of November 15th, the day your brother was murdered?

Answer me.

Can't you say it?

Kugimiya.

Cherishing friendship is a good thing.

But protecting those who have made mistakes.

This behaviour cannot be called friendship.

You weren't actually staying at a love hotel.

Instead, stay at home alone.

Is that wrong?

However, you changed your testimony at the request of a friend.

That friend is…

Ninefold Pear Fragrance.

The person you actually spend time with at the love hotel.

It wasn't Kugimiya, but someone else.

It is someone whose identity cannot be revealed.

Because you are having an extramarital affair.

Hello... hello, is this for real?

And Jiuchong heard it that night.

Sugishita killed his brother.

Nonsense, how could that be?

We didn't say that.

In other words, you admit that you two met.

That night I admit to being with Lili…

Together with Jiuchong at the hotel.

But killing a teacher or something like that

I have never done that kind of thing and it's impossible for me to do it.

Yeah.

So.

I installed a camera inside my brother's portrait.

In other words.

This is how you participants look in the portrait.

The murderer, knowing he was about to meet the body, said to himself.

"Never look away from a corpse; It will arouse suspicion."

After the meeting ended, the murderer walked towards the incense burner and only then did he notice...

The portrait was always looking at him.

People can easily lie to others.

But I can't easily lie to myself.

So Sugishita.

Can you not look away?

Next is the ninth level.

Perfect

I'll take it as a compliment.

Why did she fall in love with Sugishita, who was already married?

We're not in a romantic relationship, we're just business partners.

Ha?

Now that things have come to this, I'll speak up.

I'm currently working with Sugishita's company to develop the online game version of Brain Maze.

Hello.

Because of getting on his good side

I can then have better control.

Ririka.

Hey, what's going on? I haven't heard anything about this!

I have no obligation to tell you.

Besides, the person who wants to scheme against you is clearly right beside you.

What nonsense are you spouting?

I even accepted the request from Haraguchi.

He wanted to use the name "Fantasy Fan" on the new wine.

Right?

Haraguchi.

What happened?

What the hell are you doing behind our backs, you bastard?

Stop! Stop!

It's beyond saving.

Can't you hear me, you bastard?

I said I'd listen to you no matter what.

This town is beyond saving!

Let's stop here!

Stop.

You bastard, you despicable scoundrel!

How long will this fuss last?

So let's continue.

I didn't close my eyes! There must be some mistake!

Entering Act III.

Kugimiya.

Could you read the essay we started reading again?

Huh?

Read.

Read it quickly!

This is…

Why…

"Dreams for the Future."

Naoya Tsukumi, Class 3-2.

I have a dream.

My dream of becoming a cartoonist.

But I haven't told anyone.

Especially for Kugimiya Rie, it's embarrassing to say...

Because his drawing skills are too good.

I can't compare to him.

But I have ideas.

The story I'm currently conceiving in my mind is...

The former genius adventurer who lost both hands and feet in an accident.

Find your former self as a virtual avatar in the virtual space.

The story of saving the world.

This is how it's written.

That's...

It's the story of the Brain Maze...

Amazing!

Are all of these drawn by Kugimiya Rie?

Wow, that's amazing! Isn't this genius?!

Hey Kugimiya-Hmm?

Let's be friends.

Is that okay? Is that okay? That's great!

Sparkling.

Tsukumi-kun.

It was a ray of light for me, who had been living in gloom.

This world belongs to us!

But then the light suddenly disappeared.

He said if he dies, he wants me to give this to you.

It says that no one but you should ever see the contents.

Creative Notes.

The road to becoming a comic artist begins here.

This world belongs to us.

That was the first time I knew.

He has a dream that cannot be illuminated by light.

Of course, I also tried my best.

Originally, I planned to realize my dream through my own efforts.

But.

It feels like something's missing, like it's still one step away from being serialized.

The story's scope is a bit too small, or rather, too conventional.

It would be great if there was a groundbreaking idea.

Mr. Kugimiya, your drawing skills are really good.

So how should I put it?

If only there were an opportunity to disrupt our current worldview.

What I lack...

Brain Maze.

This is it.

This world is...

Our

I didn't have time to think about it.

Is this a lie or a deception of the world?

I just want to draw comics.

This world belongs to us.

Fantasy is also quite popular overseas, and international fans are very happy.

No one doubts my talent.

Fantasy = God, no arguments accepted.

Kugimiya-sensei's overwhelming genius.

Kugimiya Katsuki.

I must continue to be the genius cartoonist in everyone's eyes.

Our lives have only just begun.

Kugimiya Rie.

Kugimiya-sensei!

I became the light that brought everyone together.

Fantasy!

Finally, I can be like Tsukumi.

However, the stronger the light, the darker the shadow.

Hey, did you hear? It's plagiarism.

Huh?

Saijo-sensei.

Eh... really?

This guy is finished.

This will be exposed sooner or later. Plagiarizing someone else's painstakingly conceived worldview is insane! Does he think he won't be found out? We already have fans. Fans' worldviews are unique.

Ah... but look at this.

The world only needs innocent people.

Making just one mistake will condemn you to be an irredeemable villain.

Erased from this world.

Therefore, I must keep this a secret to the very end.

But the older brother knew the secret.

So you killed your brother?

No!

I just...

Ultimately, it would have been better if the teacher hadn't said those things.

Can I show this to everyone at this class reunion?

Graduation anthology?

Actually this

I also had Tsukumi, who was hospitalized, write it.

But why give it to me?

You'll understand once you read it.

Because the question itself is very special.

It can't be published in the anthology and can't be returned to the family.

So I've kept it all this time.

The setting of virtual space.

Falling into a crevice in the ice field.

Dongma's characteristics: Lost both hands and feet in the accident Has a younger sister Uses a wheelchair.

That is…

Was it entrusted to you by Tsukumi?

I hope that one day you will turn the stories written here into comics.

You even fulfilled your best friend's dream!

I've always kept this matter to myself.

But I think your classmates around you.

We should also take this opportunity to understand better.

The foundation of the fandom is deep friendship.

To be honest, I envy the teacher for being able to regard this as a beautiful story.

Unaware of the cruelty of the world.

They simply lived happily in this small town.

This is…

A secret that belongs only to the two of us…

Is that so?

Unfortunately, since you've put it that way, there's nothing I can do.

I will continue to support you from now on.

Is it to meet with your daughter?

No… this matter must be kept secret from “that”.

Um.

I understand now, 6 PM on the 15th.

Tokyo Kingdom Hotel.

Um.

The teacher said she wouldn't tell anyone.

But I can't feel at ease as long as this essay exists.

But if my essay was stolen, I would be the only suspect.

Since that's the case.

During the teacher's trip to Tokyo.

I think I should just burn the house and the essay together.

But…

What are you doing!

Who are you?

I didn't expect the teacher to come back that day.

I didn't intend to kill him.

Just because of that?

My father was killed because of that?

If you tell the truth clearly, your father will definitely understand.

I will forgive you.

Don't you even understand this?

You're Kugimiya, right?

Chase!

No need to chase anymore

「我的朋友」 三年二班 津久见直也

If you ask me how many friends I have, I would answer many.

But if you ask me who my best friend is...

That means there's only one person.

After getting to know Kugimiya.

For the first time, I had the thought, "I really want to be that kind of person."

His desire to become a cartoonist was so strong.

A positive and hardworking attitude.

More importantly, his extraordinary talent is something I lack.

There's almost nothing I can do to fulfil Kugimiya's dream.

But if he wants to confide in me or discuss something, I can.

As friends.

As his number one fan.

Therefore, Kugimiya.

Let's talk next time.

I want to talk.

I want to talk about it.

Why?

There aren't many behavioral patterns that people who are caught doing bad things will adopt.

Given your situation, I think you would choose to die.

Nobody wants Kugimiya to die.

My dad and I are the same...

Tsukumi must also be.

I

It's over...

Yes

completion.

But older brother.

I think I'd like to give you another chance.

Tell the truth.

Opportunity to start a new life

you.

Go and experience a life more painful than death.

For my brother.

For your dearest friend who believes in your talent.

Live life to the fullest until you die.

I also want talent like Kugimiya Rie.

Did you even notice that he was planning to set a fire?

The first thing that caught my attention was the murder weapon.

A person who infiltrated from the very beginning with the intention of killing.

Would someone use a towel as a murder weapon?

Towel soaked in oil.

It makes more sense to consider it as a tool for arson.

But the murderer did not set the fire.

In other words, if the murderer wanted to burn something, it would be because the brother was dead.

Even if that thing itself disappeared, no one would know.

Extremely private items that will disappear in a fire.

That house probably refers to the manuscript for the graduation thesis.

That's right.

Since you understand, you should tell me.

Hidden Card.

- It's the performer's... - It's common sense for performers, right?

Good.

Speaking of the video of burning incense that was shown in the classroom...

Officer Kakitani said he wanted to borrow it as evidence.

That kind of thing is useless.

In the actual footage, Kugimiya did not close her eyes.

That's what I processed.

Huh?

You even did that kind of thing, Uncle?

True World…

- The term "uncle"... - You still care about that?

But to me, an uncle will always be an uncle.

Forever.

I didn't call you here today to uncover the mystery.

Let's change the stage.

What happened?

Wait here.

Accept it.

Okay, hurry up and pick it up.

Hello...

Hello, is that you, Shinse?

Why…

You must be surprised by my sudden call, I'm sorry.

Actually, I'm currently at Takeshi's shop in Tokyo.

I've always felt that it's more accurate to say that Masami is treated like a daughter.

Rather than treating someone as a student or.

Treat as an adult.

But this incident taught him a lesson from martial arts history.

He said that it's such an important moment for Shinji, who is about to get married.

Is this okay?

So I practice making phone calls like this.

Practise?

No… so it's not practice.

I decided to make the call like this.

True World.

From now on, I will no longer be a teacher but a father.

If you encounter any difficulties or troubles.

Dad will listen at any time.

So let's have a good talk and have something to say to each other.

Um.

Goodbye then.

Wait, I haven't

Mayo is finally going to be a bride!

May you be happy.

Be happy!

Um.

Thanks.

The performance is not over yet.

My brother's biggest wish is for Shinse to be happy.

Kenta...

Life's show time is shorter than you think.

Stop lying to yourself and pretending to be happy.

Then please do as you please.

However Kenta.

Do not reveal the secret of the magic trick just now.

I forgot to mention something.

Of course I'll accept payment for this performance.

Nameless Town