It's not blood, is it?
Most of the interior was painted in red.
OX!
This is the proof left by the killer.
Explosion?
He's followed us from the library.
This type of intellectual and cunning criminal usually targets the weakest.
The bombing isn't the only thing that continues.
We have a serial killer case too.
The call was made at 6am by a neighboring resident.
When he saw 'correct and wrong' signs on the door he immediately called the headquarters.
Since he read about the Kiba case.
The victim, Tsutsumi Soichi owned the place.
According the neighbours, he moved here about a year ago.
Didn't have a regular job. Seems to be on daily hire.
Thank you. We'll ask again if there's anything else.
Tsutsumi...
The 'T' written on the memo from the library
is Tsutsumi Soichi.
From T to K...
Meaning that memo
was from Tsutsumi-san to the first victim, Kiuchi-san.
And then Tsutsumi-san
was murdered by OX who he cautioned about.
Don't be hasty. There are lots of people with initial T.
Yes.
The modus operandi's the same huh...
Kamoshita-san, any signs of struggle?
No.
Similar to the Kiba house, it was rummaged
but the bodies are pristine.
Maybe the killer strangled the vic while asleep, causing immediate death.
You know what that means, right?
The work of a professional.
Professional...
What is it?
I felt it when I was attacked by that man.
How should I put it...
It's as if he had experience.
He dodged Birukawa-san's pursuit easily.
When he fought me too...
That was a pretty familiar move.
He's a pro too huh...
I think it's highly possible
he's OX.
Anyway Kisaragi
refrain from any solitary action for a while, okay?
It's my fault.
That time
if I managed to catch him...
then maybe this case...
Any other common links with Kiba case?
The wallet, license, phone and laptop were missing too.
A raincoat and a pair of boots were left behind.
So the killer was looking for something too.
Forensic-san, here.
What is it?
Whiteboard becomes a redboard.
Huh?
Looks like a schedule was written on it.
Could it be the same as the calendar in Kiba case?
He can tear off the calendar and leave with it
but carrying a whiteboard of this size would attract attention.
But he could've just erased the words.
No.
This type of whiteboard will leave some traces
even if you erased the words for some time.
So pouring paint over it is the better choice.
Going that far...
what was the killer....
trying to hide?
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Crystal's Beat
Murder Analysis Squad
Episode 2
We are closed today.
Alright, one more hour before the meeting starts.
Let's summarize the questions and what we know so far.
Takano.
-Yes.
The common links with Kiba case are the signs left at the entrance
the room painted in red
and rummaged with things taken away.
Also, raincoat and boots were left behind.
The victim's neck was cut.
This much for now.
We can guess that the signs refer to OX
but it's still a mystery as to why the room's painted in red.
Since there's a lot in common,
maybe we can find a clue from the differences.
In Kiba case, the calendar was torn off.
But this time, the whiteboard was painted.
I suppose that also means he was trying to hide something.
Next, why did the victim sleep at the basement?
Why in a sleeping bag?
What about this?
This is the logo of a work jacket found in his possession.
Not sure if there's any connection though.
'M', 'i' and 'T'...
Can't read it cause they're smudged.
How about this? I tried enhancing the picture.
MiTSUMORi
'Life Cycle'?
A bicycle shop? -The kanji is tiny.
This logo looks familiar...
A recycle logo.
This is recycle!
I see.
This is 'MiTSUMORi Industrial Waste Recycle'.
Got it, the location's at Hachioji City.
So Tsutsumi worked there?
I'm sending the company's overview to you now.
Thanks.
Attention!
The meeting will now begin. Let's work together.
At ease!
Before the meeting begins
regarding the two cases last night
I would like to share some information.
First of all, about the serial bombings.
The 3 targets were the Government Public Relations Center,
Shinagawa Starlight Hotel and Toto University.
Last night, Japan Revolution Cooperation issued a statement and took responsibility.
No matter what happens
we will continue and prioritize the investigation for both Kiba and Nishiogi cases.
However, since the situation is serious and unexpected
the higher ups have instructed joint cooperation from all officers.
I would like everyone to bear that in mind.
Yes!
Excuse me.
What is it?
Who's in charge of the bombing cases?
Task force at North Marunouchi.
They're totally behind, aren't they?
The task force must have thought the bombing ended with the PR building.
Right now, there's no need for us to discuss about that case.
But this is an indiscriminate terror attack involving civilians.
What if there are casualties?
Ishikura!
-Ishikura-san, calm down.
Sorry.
That's all regarding the bombings.
Next, about the suspicious subject who followed our officers.
Last night around 10pm, two First Division officers
were followed by a suspicious subject confirmed to be the
same person who tailed the officers during the afternoon.
Despite a confrontation, the man managed to escape.
As such, our officer suffered minor injuries.
About 20 minutes after the escape
an alert was sent out within West Fukugawa.
But there's no sign of the suspicious subject.
Based on the information by the officers, this is the montage created of the subject.
We still couldn't get any useful info
from the questioning and CCTV around the area.
This man is familiar with police movements and most likely a professional criminal.
Another case similar to Kiba's occured again this morning.
We think it may be OX.
Everyone
do you understand the gravity of the situation?
Birukawa.
Yes.
What's the estimated time of death for the Nishiogi case?
Between 1-3am.
So what do you think after knowing that?
I...
If you suspect the man who followed you was OX
he would have commited the crime right after that.
In short, if you haven't let him out of your sight
this second case could've been avoided.
Am I right?
I'm sorry...
-I'm sorry!
If only I arrested him...
Exactly.
But
this is to be expected.
In the first place, it's impossible with a woman's strength
to catch a male criminal.
I admire your bravery but one wrong step
could've made you the second victim.
Is your throat alright?
Yes.
As for the rest of you, don't bring in such pathetic reports anymore.
Aren't you embarrassed for letting Kisaragi-kun face such situation?
I wish the order is reversed but I'm going to lay out our plans for the future now.
By injuring Sergeant Kisaragi and provoking us
the possibility of this man as OX is extremely high.
Identifying the man is our utmost priority.
We won't allow him to do as he pleases from now on.
This involves the honour of police force. Keep that in mind.
Yes!
Go on with the report.
First, connections.
Yes.
Director, I apologize for what I said earlier.
Don't mind it. I feel the same.
Anyway, right now we need to solve this case as soon as possible.
Yes.
Kisaragi-kun
I have a proposal regarding your next task.
I'd like you to gather information from within the station
as a supporting role. What do you think?
Supporting role?
If OX is a criminal pro
then if we check the database for priors
we may find out his identity.
Could you do that first?
Director is looking out for you.
Thank you.
But if that's the case, I think Birukawa-san is more suitable.
Sorry.
To be honest, I'm not good with computer stuff.
It's true Birukawa is more suitable for the role.
Alright. Then you'll handle it, Birukawa.
But Kisaragi-kun, don't do anything beyond your ability.
There's no need for you to be the human pillar for the female investigator development programme.
Tsutsumi? Tsutsumi...
Ah, the factory Chief.
Factory Chief?
Wasn't he on daily hire?
He was person-in-charge of this place.
If I remember correctly, he quit about a year ago.
When I was assigned here, the former Chief
had already quit so I don't know the details.
I see. -Yes.
By the way
has a person called Kiuchi-san been here before?
Kiuchi? -Yes.
Well...
How about I give you the employee list?
Thanks.
But since it's personal information, please keep it confidential.
Thank you.
-Thank you.
So Tsutsumi worked on daily hire here about a year ago.
-Yeah.
As a factory chief, he was in charge so his wages should be quite good.
Why did he quit?
Hey...
Hey Kisaragi!
That was loud, wasn't it?
I thought it's a terrorist bombing again.
Spare me please, seriously.
Thanks for the meal.
Kiuchi's name is not in here.
Pass it to Biru for further analysis.
Yes.
What is a human pillar?
Hm?
The Director mentioned it just now.
You don't even know that?
In the past, when the construction technology is still underdeveloped
in order to wish for the safety of bridges and castles
there was a custom where living people were buried alive in the soil.
In short, it's human sacrifice.
So the Director thinks I'm a human sacrifice in
the female investigator development programme.
He meant 'would be'.
Then I need to work harder
so I won't cause any trouble for other policewomen in the programme across the country.
Simultaneous explosions at Minato Ward Industrial Hall and Aoyama restaurant.
The industrial hall is pretty close.
Strong impact and heavy smoke, multiple victims. Detailed investigation by police and firefighters.
It's Takano. We're at Tamachi area now.
Can you tell us the situation of the bombing?
The details are still unclear but it happened at 3.40pm.
It's the industrial hall at Minato Ward and restaurant at Aoyama.
Two simultaneous cases.
Shunin
We'll head over to assist in case of emergency.
Okay. Be extra careful.
Yes.
Thanks for the food. -Thanks for the food.
Kisaragi
Check around the building and confirm the situation with Kamoshita-san.
Kamoshita-san
The explosion process has just been confirmed.
We're now checking the entire hall.
There are glasses scattered here so this way.
The scale of the explosion this time seems to be smaller than the previous bombing.
So it could be Japan Revolution Cooperation or a copycat...
Coincidentally the hall's closed today so there's no casualty.
If there was an event or something, then a lot of people would...
Evacuate!
Run~!
Kamoshita-san
Are you okay?
Hey Kisaragi!
Call the ambulance, quick!
Today at 3.40pm
there were two simultaneous bombings in Tokyo.
One of them is the industry hall at Minato Ward
and another is 'Ristorante Eli' at Aoyama.
From the 3 bombings so far
we found the same bomb fragments.
Thus, we suspect the bombings today were also by Japan Revolution Cooperation.
Regarding the serial bombings since yesterday
the atmosphere of the police conference today...
In regard to the bombings, we'll be sharing as much information as we can.
Right now, we'll begin the meeting for Kiba-Nishiogi case.
First, the evidence.
What's wrong?
We've confirmed Tsutsumi's previous job from his work jacket.
About a year ago in Hachioji City
he worked at a company called MiTSUMORi Industrial Waste Recycling.
We've checked his connections at the time
but there's no sign of Kiuchi.
That's all.
What about the whiteboard?
The crime lab has confirmed the contents written on the whiteboard.
'Incombustible garbage', '2.4 Friday'
'rent 28th' and 'repair stove'.
That's all? -Yes.
Again, we can't really guess what the killer is trying to hide.
They all seem to be a memo about housework.
Did you notice anything from the perspective of a woman?
Kisaragi
Ah...yes...
Sorry, I have no idea.
I see.
Then could it be some kind of code?
In that area, on Fridays of 2nd and 4th week,it's true that they collect incombustible garbage.
The rent is also collected on the 28th every month.
We found a broken stove in the closet.
So it's just a reminder.
Sorry, go on please.
Next, connections.
-Yes.
Similar to Kiuchi, Tsutsumi also seemed to avoid contact with people around them.
But there's one that stood out.
A foreign Asian woman from the nightlife business.
We're currently locating her. That's all.
What about OX?
Yes.
Since a normal search won't suffice
I entered secret sites to gather more information.
Got anything?
Assassin, God of Death, Demon.
OX is worshipped by many using those words.
Unresolved cases in the past few years, including missing persons.
Many believed OX is behind them.
They're just rumors, right?
Indeed, most of them seem to be users' hoax to create delusions.
That's exactly why the identity of OX can be hidden.
If a tree is hidden in the forest
then an ox is hidden among oxen.
Alright.
Birukawa, continue to dig deeper.
Yes, I'll try to narrow down more authentic writings and sites.
Next, ground work.
Yes.
Please look at the documents.
We've expanded the door-to-door for another 2km for both Kiba and Nishiogi cases.
Questioning was strengthened within 5km from the crime scene but we didn't get any new info...
Sorry.
We have an update about the bombings.
The bombs used so far were all of the same type
and extremely rare but
it was used once in the past.
The person who used it
was Toremi, Yaginuma Masato.
Regarding the bombings...
Kisaragi, are you okay?
This watch seems to be broken due to the bombing earlier.
My father wore it all the time.
No matter how many times he fought with criminals, he was boasting that it had never been broken before.
He said it was a tough watch.
I really can't forgive them.
For doing indiscriminate bombing.
Listen, Kisaragi.
The bombing cases this time
are not connected to Yaginuma Masato.
You should be able to understand that yourself.
Don't get carried away.
We are going to investigate the serial murders till the end.
Keep that in mind.
Yes, I understand.
Okay.
Take a break and come back.
Yes, I'll return immediately.
The watch...
I hope it can be fixed.
Liar! You promised to go to the zoo together.
I hate you!
Enough!
You can't blame others just because something doesn't go as you like!
Dad
Sorry, did I wake you?
I'm sorry, I'm really sorry.
It's okay, it's okay.
In this world, there's nothing that won't break.
Even the TV, cars and this house too.
Someday, everything will perish.
Even me.
Are you okay, Kisaragi-san?
Good morning. -Good morning.
Good morning. -Morning.
You didn't sleep?
Yeah...
Midnight is the golden time for these dodgy people.
So there's higher chance of getting valuable information.
As expected from you.
Kisaragi, thanks.
For what?
Well...
For recommending me to do this.
It's nothing.
I just really think you're the right person for this work.
The right person in the right place.
Those are Director Teshirogi's words, right?
You knew?
So did you find anything?
Information about the real OX.
This guy knows information only the police has.
Even posted this photo.
I still can't confirm it.
But I plan to ask the cyber crime section to check it out later.
Who are you?
You're Miho-san, right?
You know Tsutsumi Soichi-san, don't you?
I am Meifan. I don't know who Miho is.
Goodbye.
'Miho' is read as Meifan in Chinese right?
Your Japanese is really good.
We police know Chinese language too.
That's not the only language. We know everything.
Sooner or later, we'll find out the truth.
What did you say to her?
-Nothing grand.
He said I'll get a lot of money if I hide this. But it's got nothing to do with me.
I have a proper visa.
True, it's a student visa but I'm not an illegal immigrant.
One more thing.
Do you know who Kiuchi is?
Seems like she was asked not to give this to anyone because it's really valuable.
Tsutsumi told me, 'Don't pass it to anyone besides these people'.
I'm not involved. I'm passing it to you now. I'm telling the truth.
We now know the connection between Kiuchi and Tsutsumi with this.
But how are they related?
Also, who is this person?
Another person.
Maybe he's being targeted by OX too.
Well we can't confirm that but it's possible.
Which one of these is extremely valuable?
There're just stuffs to bring when you stay over.
What is it?
If I recall, in Tsutsumi's house
there wasn't any ashtray.
The vinyl's been peeled once.
The 'document' mentioned in the memo at the library.
Could this be it?
Password locked.
Ask Biru whether he can open it or not.
If not, then pass it to crime lab.
Yes.
Murder contract....OX
Please enter your message.
Catch me within 24 hours. If you can, I will acknowledge that you're the real OX. Everyone on this site will be witness. Kisaragi Toko
Oh Kisaragi.
You...what did you do?!
What happened?
Do you even understand what you just did?
What is it?
I told you it's highly possible he's the real OX, didn't I?!
That's exactly why I did it!
Huh?!
If OX takes the bait, then isn't it our chance to catch him?
Kisaragi, calm down.
-I am calm!
The one OX was after, day before yesterday at the convenient store and also café.
The common link was me.
Just like what Director Teshirogi said, if I am the target
then we should use it to our advantage!
-Kisaragi
What are you in a rush for?
The next victim may appear again
because I let him go that time.
So before that happens again
no matter what I want to arrest him with these hands!
Interesting, the game begins! Sender: OX
Why did you do such a foolish thing?!
It is to arrest the criminal faster.
This is an undercover operation!
I will never allow it!
Do you understand, Kisaragi?
You can be punished for this action!
Takano! What's the meaning of this?!
I'm sorry.
Kisaragi-kun
Yes.
I apologize.
For you to be dragged into this
I take responsibility as your boss.
I should have lighten the burden on your shoulders earlier.
I regret it deeply.
No, that's...
-This is
a curse from the female investigator development programme.
Birukawa
Can this be deleted?
I think so.
Though it's going to take longer since it's an overseas server.
Then please do it promptly.
-Yes, Sir.
Kisaragi-kun
Forget this ever happened.
Got it?
How did it go?
Everyone
I'm sorry for making you worry.
Thanks to Director Teshirogi's thoughtfulness, she won't be held accountable.
Teshirogi?
He must be looking out for himself.
Either way, it's good that Kisaragi-san isn't punished.
Seriously, stop doing stuffs like that anymore.
Are you listening?
Everyone
I have a favor to ask.
Don't be too conscious about your surrounding.
He won't appear if he knows this is a trap.
Roger.
Don't worry, it'll be fine.
We'll be watching from all sides.
But he's a pro so don't let your guard down.
Birukawa here.
A man is approaching from the front.
Would you be interested to be a haircut model?
I'm a hairdresser. I think it would really suit you.
No, thank you.
Alright, stay there for 3 minutes.
After that, move to the location.
Roger.
I don't see anyone who looks like OX.
If he's a pro, he would be in disguise and blend in the surrounding.
There's someone here with white shirt and jeans.
Over here, two are moving. Short hair, yellow bag.
Another with glasses and mask.
Most likely to cover his face.
Kisaragi, proceed as planned.
Go ahead without glancing around.
Is that him?
That was a miss, wasn't it?
Did he find out?
He knew.
He's already inside!
Subject is on the rooftop.
Subject's escaping though the south staircase.
Biru, over there! Can you make it?
Hey! Stop!
Damn it! Where did he go?
It's Birukawa.
I'm at 1st floor but I lost him.
He's changed into a gray jacket.
Stop!
Subject's climbing the stairs!
Takano, upstairs!
Hey! There's nowhere to run.
Stay where you are.
Stop!
Hey!
Biru, go up!
-Yes!
Hey!
Subject's in the crime scene.
Kisaragi, subject's in the house!
Shunin, it's locked!
Dammit.
OX...
Subject is in the house, confirmed.
Wait. Kisaragi from MPD.
I've something to ask.
Stand still!
Got him! Got him!
Subject's arrested!
I'm not falling for the same trick again.
Kisaragi!
That's enough, let go!
I knew it! He's got the same mic as us.
But there's no badge.
You're from Public Safety right?
Public Safety?
What do you mean Public Safety?
Hit the mark huh, as we expected.
Kisaragi, haven't you noticed anything at all?
-Don't brag.
You too, only found out when we told you just now.
Sorry.
We never thought he was OX from the beginning.
Something came to mind after listening to you.
The tailing, escape and attack methods. They're features of Public Safety.
Then why didn't you tell me?!
To trick Public Safety it's better to keep it to ourselves.
We thought he might take the bait with you meeting OX and sure enough.
If we told you he's Public Safety, it'd put pressure on you anyway.
So we decided to use your message to OX.
If it turns out to be Public Safety then nobody would complain.
Looks like that secret site's OX is a hoax after all.
From the beginning
everyone knew but me?
If he is really OX
you'd have been killed a long time ago.
You're lucky this time.
But listen, Kisaragi.
As a cop, what you did is wrong.
Keep that in mind.
Yes.
Now, can we talk?
What exactly is your motive for following them?
Even if you refuse to talk, we can very much guess.
Public Safety is now busy with the serial bombings
so you shouldn't have the luxury to be involved with this case.
For you to investigate this much despite not being involved means
the serial murder and serial bombings
are connected.
Next episode
I will never forgive you!
I would like you to tell us the link.
Looks like they seized the first move.
That is how Public Safety works.
The next victim may appear!
If we don't find him quick, OX will...
You see nothing but yourself now.
Long time no see, Kisaragi Toko.
I don't want to go on living being bound by you!
I can really count on your protection, right?
Shunin!