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Mega Tokyo 2032 AD File 1.1: The Body from Pier 17 Part 2

Case File 1.1: The Body from Pier 17 Part 2 Classified: For Official Use Only Leon and Daley are on their way back to their car when: Daley: Something’s not right here. Leon: What do you mean? Daley: You saw the look on her face, didn't you? She’s hiding something that look in her eyes. Leon: Oh, come on, you’re overthinking it. She was nervous we were, too, on our first day. Now come on, the Boomer isn't going to clear all these cases by himself. Daley: Yeah... maybe you're right. Meanwhile... The darkness of the room is intensified by the absence of windows. A man enters; holographic monitors provide only a faint glow. He takes a seat in a chair facing a large screen, just as a deep voice resonates from the speakers. ???: Brian, what on earth was that idiot thinking, mentioning the OMS in front of her? Brian: Don't worry about it; I've already tied up that loose end. He’s among the casualties from Aqua City. ???: I expect never to hear another word about this. Do we understand each other? Brian: Of course. Progress on Project Red is coming along nicely; the initial test runs are promising. ???: Good. When can we test its full potential? Brian: Soon. I’ve already had the essential engineers and the materials for the prototype transferred to a different facility. ???: No loose ends, Brian! Brian: Understood. The monitor goes dark, leaving only silence in its wake. "Old fool... it won't be long now before I finally get you off my back." Back at the crime scene... Okay... deep breaths, Hana. He can't hurt you anymore. I steel my nerves and begin examining the body. Outwardly, I can’t detect any signs of violence, his mouth and trachea appear to be filled with water. That would point to drowning... Hmm... for someone who hadn't encountered him before someone who didn't know what he was... that would be a plausible conclusion. Wait... what is that on his neck? I tilt his head until I spot a small puncture mark, it appears to be situated directly over the artery and it's, at most, a few hours old. Perhaps just prior to the incident? I make a note of my discovery and decide to inform the medical examiner, perhaps he can confirm this. I look around for surveillance cameras how convenient, not a single one in sight. I doubt he was actually working here when the incident occurred, I suspect, rather, that he was simply dumped here. Be that as it may, don't expect any sympathy from me. I cordon off the crime scene and notify HQ that the body is ready for pickup; with one last glance back, I return to my car. Captain Tanaka send me message a short while later, and he shares my assessment—at least the official one. I’ll have to inform the Chief about this, though not today, my shift ended two hours ago. I stow my gear, get in, and drive off. I need to speak with Akiko, so I give her a call. Akiko: Hana, dear it’s good to hear from you. Hana: Hey Akiko, can we meet up this evening? Akiko: Sure, I’m off duty today. Did something happen? You... don't sound quite right. Hana: Let’s discuss it later not over the comms. Akiko: Sure thing. Should I bring some food, or shall we cook something together? Hana: Cooking sounds great. How about curry? Akiko: Okay, I’ll bring the ingredients. See you later, then. Hana: See you later. Akiko and I have become very close friends; if it weren't for her, I’d surely still be stuck in the hospital. The drive to the AD Police Tower passes without interruption. I head straight to the locker room and change out of my uniform. Now home quickly, i really need a shower... this time, I make sure to look out the door first, just to ensure I don't bump into anyone again. You reached the end of this file. Don't forget to close it if you are finished.