Please! Please return Tomoka!
This transaction has ended.
Once I know that the police are gone, then we can resume our negotiation.
This is your last chance.
Mr. Akutsu, sorry to bother you.
On your company website, you have a live newsroom channel.
Our daughter has been kidnapped.
The kidnapper told us that they would reconsider negotiations
if we completely get rid of the police.
Together we have decided to remove the police from this investigation
and negotiate ourselves.
We love our daughter.
Please...
bring back our daughter.
DAY 2: 30 HOURS SINCE TOMOKA NARUSAWA HAS BEEN KIDNAPPED
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING DADDY.
I wonder if we made the right decision.
We must show the kidnapper that we are committed to this.
AKIRA AKUTSU: VIDEO CALL INVITATION
Mr. Akutsu, thank you for your cooperation.
No problem at all. If there's anything I can help with, please let me know.
We've been neighbors and family friends for a long time now.
Thank you.
We've gathered analysis results in real time.
Sorry to bother you this late, but would you mind if I shared them?
Of course, go ahead.
Search results for keywords such as your company's name, Narusawa,
and Kidnapping Press Conference have suddenly spiked.
And what was the response?
Over 90% of the users are in favor.
Those who have children of their own can empathize with you.
Many are saying that the police should back off.
First of all, this was the kind of reaction we were looking for.
However, this is just the beginning.
Next, we must confront the police.
If Tomoka is killed, how will the police take responsibility?
My apologies, but this line is only for reporting...
Of course, the Shichirigahama Department
and the Prefectural Police Communication Center
are flooded with calls.
A crowd is starting to gather, you know.
Find a place to set up base instead of a vehicle.
I've just been summoned by Chief Superintendent Goto.
I don't have the time for this.
The top brass must be terrified about who's going to get fired.
We should be ready to be ignored for while too.
This matter is much more serious than you think.
The Narusawas have public opinion on their side.
If we oppose them, the whole police will be bashed.
Shouldn't Katsuragi come off the case then?
He's liable to lash out,
being made a fool of by the Narusawas like this.
He wouldn't throw this case out in the middle of it all like that.
He doesn't know when to give up.
Oh, great timing. Please, have a seat.
This is my mother's specialty.
Have some while it's hot.
Mr. Katsuragi, we have to talk.
I saw your live broadcast. Just as you wish, we will leave.
But please give us just a bit more time.
Now, we're waiting for correspondence
from the Chief Superintendent and Special Division Chief.
Correspondence?
It has to do with press agreements with media companies.
Well, don't worry about it. Enjoy your meal.
Come on.
The Narusawa family said that they want the police out
and they negotiate themselves!
The police should back off!
This is from the headquarters.
We will continue the investigation, no matter what.
A kidnapping for ransom should not be concluded without police intervention.
Is this for Tomoka?
Or is this for your pride?
It's a question of the police's very existence!
We must catch the culprit!
You must be worn out from the ransom money delivery.
The bath is ready for you.
No, that's okay...
Sorry. Could you leave now?
We'll leave in the morning.
The morning?
The kidnapper probably won't contact you anytime soon.
You've done something unheard of, so they will wait
and see what happens too.
So please get some rest.
From now on only you two will pick up the phone.
While we're still here, you should get some rest.
Worst-case scenario, if the criminal calls, then we will wake you up.
So could you leave your phone here?
What?
From now on, we'll be the ones who correspond with them.
I understand.
The press conference video has over 12 million views.
Many people are criticizing the police online.
It's going to be difficult to continue the investigation like this.
Or this could be the perfect opportunity.
AKUTSU SUN HEIGHTS
MICHIRU NARUSAWA:
WE'RE WAITING FOR THE KIDNAPPER TO CONTACT US. PLEASE WAIT UNTIL THEN.
This is what she meant when she asked about borrowing cash.
What should we do?
What does that matter? The hero of our times will do something, won't he?
There's no need for us to get involved.
You kept my bed in here.
Why don't you take just a shower?
I bet Tomoka hasn't been able to take one.
Right...
No one's called.
No response from the kidnapper.
I know for sure that they will call.
And if they don't?
Then what do we do?
Just rest for now.
I'll take over phone duty.
Do you want me to leave?
No, that's okay.
I'll bear it.
Hey, wake up!
Shouldn't you be on alert?
Hey, you fell asleep too.
Anyway, come look outside.
What?
Hurry. Please move out of the way.
Come watch this.
President Narusawa and his wife Michiru's live appearance
on the internet news program, Buzz Click News, has gone viral.
The announcement of their daughter being kidnapped...
The father of the victim, Tomoka's father, is Haruto Narusawa,
founder of the popular game app, "Ribbit Walker"...
We love our daughter. Please...
Over the night after the broadcast, many reporters have gathered on the scene.
The window curtains are closed.
We can't figure out what's going on inside but...
Good morning.
The press agreement was broken.
Which means?
It was a gentlemen's agreement, so no arrests or fines.
At 2:00 a.m. this morning, we received a message
that a large newspaper company was breaking the press agreement.
From there, one by one,
other companies have broken the agreement.
I thought we told the media not to come near us in the press release.
The major media outlets are upset that they were outwitted by internet news.
Right now, we're in a media war.
Mr. Narusawa, could we get a statement about the internet press conference?
It's from the kidnapper.
This is from the Victim Response Unit, incoming call, incoming call...
Don't pick up the phone yet.
But you aren't able to track down their location.
Hello. Is Tomoka safe?
The police are still there, aren't they?
Yes,
but they are about to leave.
I saw the press conference. Please get rid of the police immediately.
Is Tomoka safe?
Let me hear her voice.
I will not accept questions or demands.
Please, just once. Please let me hear her voice.
First, the ransom money.
What should we do?
Once the police are completely gone,
upload a new photo on Michiru's Instagram.
Then we will contact you.
You have until tonight at 8:00 pm.
If the police aren't gone by then, Tomoka will be killed.
How is Tomoka? Is she eating? Is she injured?
Tomoka...
Ms. Michiru.
Are you all right? I can call someone who specializes in mental health care.
It's fine! Just get out of here!
I understand. We were waiting for this exact kind of situation to happen.
This kind of situation?
You told the criminal your true intent to get rid of the police.
However, the eyes of the press and the internet are gathered here.
If we were to leave then it would be broadcast live.
However, in reality, one investigator would be left to continue the case.
In doing so, we can completely trick the criminal.
Do you really think that you can pull it off?
If we stay, the chances of the rescue being successful will increase
rather than just you two negotiating with the kidnapper.
This is the best strategy to save Tomoka.
Think about it calmly.
I've thought about it calmly.
Go ahead.
Please, get out.
I understand.
Darn it!
It seems that an investigator has left the house.
Are you an investigator?
Is Narusawa going to negotiate with the kidnapper without the police?
Are the police going to leave all at once?
Local Investigation Headquarters to Victim Response Unit.
L2, stay on standby.
Victim Response Unit, roger.
-Over there. -Excuse me.
Pardon me.
Thank you for your hard work.
Likewise. Follow me, please.
Thank you for your hard work.
Thank you, Assistant Director Katsuragi.
Manager Kusakabe, thank you for your hard work.
The negotiation was so close to succeeding.
They're just being stubborn now, that couple.
Local Investigation Headquarters to L2.
By 8:00 p.m. at the latest,
there is a chance that the ransom money delivery will happen.
To all investigators, please be prepared and ready to respond.
L2, roger.
This is the Victim Response Unit. I'll win over one of the Narusawa couple.
Are you sure you can?
They're not an indivisible unit.
I could sense the hesitation in Michiru.
If you shake her, she will not be able to bear the anxiety
and will surely ask for help.
Understood. Approved.
It feels like rather than the criminal, we're fighting the Narusawas.
THE POLICE HAVE TO LEAVE IN 9 HOURS AND 19 MINUTES
Todie. Sorry that I called you.
It's been a long time since you've called me that.
Todo.
Sorry to reach out to you like this when we haven't been in touch.
You wanted to ask me, an ex-cop, how the police might act.
Please help us.
Michiru. This makes up for the time I crashed your car in college, right?
-Thank you. -Come on, now.
Hey, hey, that's okay. Stop it.
What's the current situation?
Oh, the kidnapper called us this morning.
If we don't get rid of the police by 8:00 p.m., they will kill Tomoka.
Do the police know this?
They were still here when the kidnapper said so.
I see.
First, we have to search the house.
What's this?
A device to detect wiretaps and spying devices.
I bought it at the discount store.
Are you saying that the police bugged the place or something?
Well, there's a chance that they did.
Isn't that illegal?
Yes, but it's possible to do it under unforeseen circumstances.
Will the police back off?
No, absolutely not.
They have to save face.
So who's the leader of the team that came?
His name was Katsuragi.
Then even more reasons to stay on the case.
You know him?
He's my old boss.
He's a kidnapping investigation expert.
But he has failed once in the past.
So I expect he's more determined than ever to catch the culprit.
Everything seems okay for now.
Okay. So what do you think the police will do next?
I didn't see anything that looked like police vehicles.
Most likely, they rented a house close by to monitor your movements.
They plan to follow you every time you leave the house
to ensure they get the culprit right when you deliver the ransom money.
Then nothing has changed.
If we're still going to be followed, we might as well work with the police
to make sure the culprit doesn't find out after all.
Don't say that now.
But I don't think they're wrong in taking this approach.
The police are old-fashioned.
Plus there is no manual to deal with kidnapping for ransom in this era.
In this day and age of communication terminals and cameras,
it is impossible to conceal the presence of the police.
What do you know about the kidnapping incident?
It's the press again.
Sorry, I can't say anything about it at the moment.
Tell me about how you feel.
Can you give us a statement about Tomoka?
Are there any demands?
Who is that?
That's my mother and Michiru's father.
They're good friends.
Please!
Michiru!
This must be so difficult for you. You're okay now!
You can relax.
And how exactly can she relax?
Now, don't say that. Don't you feel better just by being in Mayumi's presence?
Thanks, Mom. Please, come in.
Haruto, here.
When Tomoka was little, we went to the Fuji ranch together.
Yes.
I thought that maybe you wanted to see Tomoka.
-Thank you so much. -No problem.
And who is this?
What? Oh, he's a friend from university.
Oh, I see.
You don't remember Todo? He crashed my car.
Oh, that's right. You then became a policeman, right?
Right.
So they really are still here.
No, it's not like that.
No. Look, I'm sorry, but it's not the time for that right now.
I have to talk to Michiru about what to do next.
I saw the news and the police leaving.
Are you guys serious about resolving this without the police?
Yes.
But don't you think you should get the police to help?
He's right. There's the old adage, "Every man to his trade."
You can't do this by yourselves.
Hold on.
You came here just to say that?
But we've already decided.
Michiru, is that really okay with you?
I think it's the only choice we have.
But what will you do? There are a lot of cameras outside.
Isn't it impossible to get rid of the police entirely?
If they follow you or something like that, then your efforts go to waste.
I just might know a way around that.
We have checked the surrounding security cameras
and the onboard cameras of passing vehicles.
But so far, we have not found any suspicious persons or vehicles.
Katsuragi, how are the victims?
Haruto Narusawa's mother, Mayumi Narusawa,
and Michiru Narusawa's father, Masafumi Makimura, have entered the home.
Also, Itsuki Todo.
He was the Narusawas' friend in university.
But he is also a former detective in Section 1
and is well-versed in kidnapping investigations.
Todo will anticipate our moves.
He can predict them, but he can't stop them.
Don't underestimate the Narusawas.
They would do anything to save their child.
Even now, they're actually doing more than we ever imagined.
Why did the culprit target Todo's acquaintances?
You're tying this up with four years ago again?
Don't assume it's the same culprit.
Well...
Once we catch them then we'll know.
So Narusawa used the 300 million for the ransom money?
Yes.
I'm sure it must have been a heartbreaking moment
to withdraw the funds from the company's account.
However, this doesn't change the fact that your company's funds are gone.
Is your cash flow okay?
We'll make something work.
This is just for your information. Do with it what you will.
The number of views of last night's press conference
exceeded 70 million in ten hours,
with over 19 million supportive comments.
The world is cheering for Mr. Narusawa,
and praying that Tomoka will come back safely.
I believe that these voices can be translated
into support for the game that President Narusawa created.
The one thing Ms. Tatewaki can do now to help Mr. Narusawa is
to divert your company from a crisis.
We'll consider your proposal.
Thank you for your time.
Likewise.
Let's support Mr. Narusawa together.
Bizen.
Yes?
What is the response on our socials?
Messages of support for President Narusawa are increasing.
Here you are.
Hey, Suzuma.
Oh, hi.
Release a statement on Ribbit Walker's social media.
It should say,
"Thank you for your generous support of Ribbit Walker's developer,
Haruto Narusawa."
Providing online business services with the #1 market share in the U.S.
Making a V-shaped recovery due to factors such as higher valuations
of listed company shares.
What's the status on the purchase of the Harukana shares?
We have completed the signing of the agreement.
The purchase price was yesterday's closing price plus a 5% premium.
Finally, the Fund Division will continue to focus on finding
and analyzing quality stocks this year, aiming for sustainable growth.
Ms. Tatewaki,
we were able to raise over 7 million yen in just one hour.
We're also seeing record growth in downloads.
Haruto Narusawa is leaving his home now.
Just as I had mentioned in the press conference,
if this many people are around,
then we lose our chance to negotiate with the kidnapper.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Did the police leave the investigation altogether?
I can't answer that question at this time.
Has the criminal contacted you?
You don't intend to publish your comments exclusively online, do you?
My daughter's...
My daughter's life is on the line.
I want to save her life.
So thank you for your cooperation.
He's really good.
Now voices on the internet will turn against the media.
In this day and age, even the media can't resist the voice of public opinion.
They'll have no choice but to withdraw.
Personal Bodyguard 1 to L2, Haruto Narusawa and Todo drove off.
Still no update on Michiru Narusawa's Instagram.
I don't think it's the ransom delivery.
L2 to Personal Bodyguard 1, 2, follow them.
-Roger. -Got it.
Umeki, take the car.
Okay.
The Victim Response Unit is coming too.
There are three reporters following us on bikes.
Also, two vehicles appear to be undercover police.
No, wait, three.
I knew they weren't giving up. Darn.
We have to shake them off somehow by 8:00 p.m.
Personal Bodyguard 1 to L2,
Haruto Narusawa and Todo have entered the office building.
Their location is Osaki, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 6-5-6.
L2, roger. Will keep them under surveillance.
Victim Response Unit to L2. Their destination is probably a law firm.
Harukana Online Games' legal counsel is there.
Why there?
They're going to need the help of the law, probably.
My daughter's life is on the line.
So can I get a restraining order against the police,
like an anti-stalking measure?
Something to prohibit them from approaching us
within a few hundred meters of the perimeter.
The argument is the police's right to investigate
versus the public's right to freedom and peace.
It's an issue that could be fought all the way up the Supreme Court.
We don't have enough time.
In that case,
to apply immediate pressure to the police,
would it be possible to apply for a temporary injunction?
NARAHASHI LAW FIRM
Mr. Narahashi,
could you give me a helping hand?
The truth is that
suppressing kidnapping investigations with the force of law
is unprecedented and difficult to deal with.
So then...
Can you please introduce us to someone who can help us?
I think any lawyer would think twice.
So what should we do?
Well,
you should ask the police for assistance, perhaps.
We cannot do that.
If we lie to the kidnapper and join forces with the police again--
Mr. Narahashi.
I made a promise to my wife.
That we would bring our daughter back...
by ourselves.
THE POLICE HAVE TO LEAVE IN 4 HOURS AND 30 MINUTES
It didn't seem to work by the looks of it.
No lawyer would stick his neck out for a case like this.
I understand.
We have no choice but to negotiate as is. You have to hurry!
I can't.
The cops are still on our tail.
We need every single cop gone or we compromise Tomoka's safety.
So what should we do? Tomoka must be feeling scared as we speak.
We must negotiate as soon as possible.
I know! I know.
I know, but...
I'll figure something out.
The lawyer said no?
Don't you think you should ask for the police's help?
Tomo's food tastes the best!
Tomo, give it to them.
Tomo, one more time.
See look! It's not scary. Oh, you did it!
Wow! Amazing! Tomo you're amazing! A fighter!
Daddy, look!
Hey.
I was invited by President Narusawa, the hero of our times,
so I ordered room service.
Do you always stay at such a fancy hotel?
Do you have a mistress or something?
Stop that, Miwa.
It's just as I told you over the phone.
You are the only lawyer we can count on. You have to help us.
Haruto,
aren't you asking for too much?
It's not fair of you to ask for our help only when it suits you,
when you never responded to our calls. It's kind of rude.
There's no time for this right now.
You want to take the police to court.
I need to be fully committed to this too.
I can't just say something as simple as,
"Sure, I'll help you because you're my friend".
Then...
I won't ask you as a friend.
I'm asking for your help as a lawyer.
Please help me save my daughter.
Please.
I'll give you advice as a lawyer.
Let's say you continue to deal with this alone
and things go horribly wrong.
The argument will be made that the police should have intervened after all.
At that time, not just you,
but also the lawyers who lent a hand will be criticized.
No one would cooperate with such a dangerous gamble.
You should reconsider.
You can still ask the police for assistance, right?
It would be the best thing to do.
You have a daughter too.
We've already failed the first negotiation.
If they find out about police involvement during the next delivery,
they'll kill my daughter.
But...
They promised to return Tomoka
if the police back off and we deliver the money that we've prepared.
What would you do?
Would you still
ask the police for help?
Miwa, I'm begging you.
You're my only chance.
Please, help me.
I'm sorry, but I can't.
My daughter could be killed.
Even then,
you still refuse to help.
Hey!
Haruto!
I know you are worried too.
You only said that because you think it's better to work with the police.
You're wrong.
I just don't want to get into trouble.
Let's go back.
I'll drive.
My name is Katsuragi from the Kanagawa Prefectural Police Office.
I'm Washio.
You're Aoi Miwa, right? Will you cooperate with us?
What do you want me to do?
You were in a relationship with Michiru Narusawa in university, correct?
Well, for about half a year, and then she dumped me.
I need you to convince Michiru.
The Narusawas are unable to make calm decisions.
That's why we need your help.
I understand.
THE POLICE HAVE TO LEAVE IN 2 HOURS AND 48 MINUTES
Haruto...
Kanako, what happened?
This is my first time meeting her, but she is very capable.
Ms. Tatewaki took pictures of the reporters
and onlookers who were lingering outside.
She then threatened to publicize their faces on the company website
if they stay any longer.
Then they suddenly all disappeared.
All interviews will be handled by the company.
I've notified them
not to come question you directly or to your home.
Leave it to me to handle the media.
Thank you.
About the money.
I'm sorry. I had no idea.
Oh, likewise, I'm also sorry.
I took out the money without asking.
Leave company matters to me.
You should only think about Tomoka.
She even brought me some goodies. Isn't that right, Michiru?
Michiru, how are you holding up?
Yes.
Oh, right.
This is from everyone at the company.
TO THE NARUSAWA FAMILY: WE WILL DEFINITELY HELP YOU, TOMOKA!
I know it's not much, but--
No.
This makes me really happy.
It helps just to know that I'm not alone.
Thank you so much.
Well, that's all from me.
-You're already leaving? -Yes.
Thank you for coming, I hope you enjoyed your visit.
When things calm down, please come back for a visit.
Okay.
Have dinner with us sometime.
Yes, thank you for everything.
Michiru, are you all right?
Yes.
Excuse me.
-Thank you very much. -Thank you very much.
Likewise. Please continue to take good care of Haruto.
MICHIRU, WE'RE ALL ON YOUR SIDE!
THEY'RE JUST BEING MANIPULATED BY THE CRIMINAL.
TOMOKA'S ALREADY DEAD, RIGHT?
She's such a good person. Make sure to thank her.
Yes, I got it.
Tomoka...
She's still alive, right?
We haven't heard her voice at all.
Maybe she's already...
Don't say that.
It'll be all right.
How can you be so calm?
You are all laughing like a bunch of fools.
No, well,
we are just trying to cheer you up, Michiru--
We have no idea what she's going through.
Tomoka...
is alive.
I know it.
Is that the kidnapper?
I have a message from a friend.
A friend?
I have to go.
Wait, are you all right?
I'm just going to see the ocean for a change of pace. I'll be right back.
Sorry to call you over at such a bad time.
What?
Where's Haruto?
Well,
his business partner came and talked with him all happily, but who cares?
Oh, Kanako Tatewaki, right?
The beautiful woman, who seems like the career type?
I had a blind date with her before Haruto started his own company.
All this time, your husband has been neglecting his family, leaving the house,
and deepening his relationship with his business partner, Ms. Kanako.
Had that fact flaunted in your face again?
I figured.
Your Instagram page was too good to be true.
A couple masquerading as a couple?
What's your problem?
I don't have time for this.
Ms. Kanako may be involved in the case.
I heard this from the police.
The police think that Kanako Tatewaki may be the one who abducted Tomoka.
Why?
Harukana's stock hit the price limit today. Here's why.
This tweet went viral and spending in the game massively increased.
What's this?
Well, I see that she's using this case to her advantage.
The kidnapping incident turned the company's cash flow around,
saving the company from an imminent crisis.
The police think that the kidnapping was not about the ransom,
but about saving Haruto's company.
So the police have turned their suspicions on Ms. Kanako.
Once the company is saved from its collapse,
the ransom can then be safely delivered in the absence of the police, case closed.
That seems to be one of the police's theories.
Well, it's not impossible.
Anyway,
you shouldn't trust anyone around you.
You should still seek help from the police.
But how?
Why don't you just sneak a policeman into the house without telling Haruto or Todo?
Why keep it from them?
Which one of you said to get rid of the police?
It was Haruto, but...
Just as I thought.
Worst-case scenario, Haruto could be involved in the case.
It is possible that Haruto and Ms. Kanako are in on it
to stage a kidnapping.
The only people we can trust are the police.
She's going to request another investigation.
You'll be safe, Michiru.
Together, we will bring Tomoka back.
Look at Mommy, she's smiling.
What?
Look at Mommy. She's so happy!
Is Mommy there? Where's Mommy?
Yes, I'm here.
Hey!
Where's Daddy?
Daddy is right here.
Hi, Mommy is right here.
Welcome back home.
There's someone I'd like you to meet.
She's my friend from the PTA, Akino.
His wife Michiru became a collaborator and succeeded in sneaking
a female investigator into the Narusawa household.
Oh, thank you.
THE POLICE HAVE TO LEAVE IN 43 MINUTES
She is acting as Michiru's mom friend who is a licensed psychotherapist.
The details of the negotiations with the culprit will be communicated through her.
The next interaction with the kidnapper is scheduled for 8:00 p.m.
Reputation saved, Assistant Director Katsuragi.
No one but Michiru knows about this.
Be careful not to let the culprit,
as well as Mr. Haruto and the other collaborators, find this out.
We'll make sure to get the culprit at the next ransom delivery.
-Roger. -Roger.
Looks like the threats worked.
Okay. Let's upload a new photo.
While you're dealing with the kidnapper, I'll patrol the surrounding area.
But the police are still watching us from somewhere, right?
We'll just have to shake off the police when we deliver the ransom money.
What did the culprit say?
They said to completely get rid of the police.
I did what I could.
I'll upload the photo.
The wife's not a bad actress.
UNKNOWN CALLER
Hello.
Are the police completely gone?
No,
we're about to wrap this up.
Stay on the line.
Eavesdropping and snooping are illegal, even for the police.
Can you leave,
lady detective?
What? What are you saying?
Katsuragi,
get her to leave.
Order her.
And to the kidnapper,
can you open the internet news channel
where our conference was broadcasted yesterday, right now?
LIVE: TOMOKA'S ABDUCTION CASE NEW DEVELOPMENT
Currently, there seems to be live footage inside of their home.
Soon we will hear about a new development about Tomoka's kidnapper.
What's going to happen now?
There's no way.
Right now, I'm nearby the Narusawa home.
The police did not back down from their investigation
and hid here to keep an eye on the Narusawas.
Can the police, in accordance with Mr. and Mrs. Narusawa's request,
leave the premises immediately? Tomoka's life is the top priority.
We, the police, have a duty to protect our citizens.
We have a duty to solve heinous crimes and apprehend the perpetrators.
That's the police's excuse.
There's no law that states that the police must be kept up to date
in kidnapping cases.
This is the eviction request letter we received from the landlord of this house.
I explained the situation to them and they cooperated.
Since the landlord has asked you to leave the premises,
it is clearly illegal for you to remain here without a warrant.
We can charge you with trespassing and file a claim
for state compensation for violation of your right to control the property.
As the legal counselor for the Narusawa family, I'm warning you.
If the intervention of the police or the media hinders the rescue of Tomoka,
the Narusawas will not only file a claim for damage compensation,
but will also use every means
to thoroughly establish your responsibility.
From now on,
any and all investigations and coverage
of the Narusawa family is strictly prohibited.
The culprit is watching the video now too.
Are you not going to walk away?
If anything happens to Tomoka, on your heads be it.
POLICE GO HOME! IF THE HOSTAGE DIES, IT'S THE POLICE'S FAULT.
THE NARUSAWAS' HOUSE
L1 to all investigators,
withdraw.
L2, roger. We're clearing out.
Katsuragi, could you please come by our house one more time?
NARUSAWA
The kidnapper is still on the line.
So please tell them that the police are completely gone.
In accordance with the request to leave prepared by attorney Aoi Miwa,
the police are pulling out.
And...
you will remove yourselves from the investigation.
Promise the perpetrators that you will not interfere
with the delivery of the ransom.
Quickly.
We, the police,
are withdrawing from the investigation of Tomoka's kidnapping.
We will not be involved in the ransom delivery in any way.
Thank you.
What is this?
Well, this is what it's become.
What is it?
A detective called Katsuragi came by.
He wants me to try to convince Michiru.
They're trying to get her while she's shaken
and send an undercover agent in.
Why are you telling me this?
Didn't you say that we should cooperate?
I know, but you're right.
I don't feel good about it. Going behind your back like that.
I can't help you as a legal counselor,
but I won't try to convince Michiru.
No.
Do as the police asked.
What?
If Michiru decides to join forces with the police after all,
I'm fine with that.
To be honest,
our marriage has been broken for a long time now.
So it's not my place...
to ask you to trust me now.
I'm sorry.
About what?
It's just...
I took Michiru from you,
and now look at where we are.
Hey, what are you talking about?
You're going to get Tomoka back. Get a grip, you idiot!
I got it.
We'll definitely get her back.
Talk to you later.
Worst-case scenario, Haruto could be involved in the case.
It is possible that Haruto and Ms. Kanako are in on it
to stage a kidnapping.
The only people we can trust are the police.
Don't make a fool out of me.
Of course.
I know I'm in a fake marriage and that we are over.
But we both care about Tomoka deeply!
He would never put Tomoka through this horror to make some money!
As usual, you're scary when you're angry.
I'm going home! Get out.
I got it. I'll cooperate.
I'll screw over the cops, and as your lawyer, I'll get rid of them.
Then I'll have Michiru pretend to cooperate with the police,
have a meeting with Todo and Haruto, and we'll go like we planned earlier.
This was the only way to save Tomoka.
Please understand.
I'm so sorry to drag you into your problems.
The police aren't the bad guys though.
Hey kidnapper.
The police are now completely gone.
Let's exchange the ransom money and hostage.
I want to hear Tomoka's voice.
If I can't confirm that Tomoka is safe,
I will not hand over the ransom money.
I do not answer questions or demands.
My wife is at her limit.
Before Tomoka is returned, my wife's spirit will break.
If she loses herself,
it would also hinder future negotiations.
That would inconvenience both of us, right?
So,
please let us hear our daughter's voice.
UNKNOWN CALLER
Say something to her.
Tomoka?
Mommy?
Daddy?
Yes.
It's us.
Tomoka! Are you all right? Are you hurt?
Are you eating?
Only snacks.
I want to eat Mom's cooking.
Yes,
that's right.
We promise we'll come and get you.
We'll see each other soon, Tomoka.
UNKNOWN CALLER
Please prepare 500 million yen.
I will call back tomorrow.
We heard Tomoka's voice. She seems like she's okay.
Miwa is also here, and we'll definitely bring her back.
So wait a little while longer, okay?
Just hold on for a little bit longer.
All right.
Don't be mistaken.
I'm only going to treat you as a client.
Miwa.
Once we get Tomoka back, I'll get my payment.
Miwa, Todo,
we'll repay you however we can.
I will never forget this favor.
Thank you, truly.
Thank you!
Michiru, Todo made some soup.
Oh, sorry.
Use some.
Oh, thank you.
You smell.
That's because I haven't taken a bath in two days.
Make sure you wipe well.
You don't want Tomoka to give you a weird face when we see her tomorrow.
True.
Oh, I took that picture.
I only chose it because you're not in it.
Now, you are the only ones who can save Tomoka.
All you have to do is send us their communication with the culprit using this.
Please help us save Tomoka and lend us a hand!
Translated by Jacqueline Jean-Francois