5:00 PM, Hokkaido Police Headquarters.
Office of the Equipment Section, General Affairs Department.
It was the end of the workday, and apart from those who stayed on duty, everyone else was busy packing up to leave.
"I'm heading out now, see everyone tomorrow."
"Hey, take care, see you tomorrow."
Hashimoto Manami was also packing her things.
"Manami."
Hearing her name called, she turned around and saw Hashimoto Youko walking in, dressed in a black suit skirt, her face wearing a gentle and confident smile.
"Secretary Hashimoto."
Everyone stood up and bowed in greeting.
"I hope I'm not disturbing anyone," Youko responded with an unassuming bow, then walked over to Manami's desk and said with a grin, "Are you all packed up? Need some help? I'm already starving and can't wait to have a big meal."
The two had arranged to have dinner together that evening.
