"Should we change clothes now?" Elodie asked.
Leroy nodded. "Yes. Although it's still a bit early, the master wants to prepare in advance."
"After all, today is the day to visit Mr. Tachibana, we can't be careless."
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The time returns to the present—
"Promotion to Arson and Theft Magistrate?"
Aoto couldn't help but let out a low exclamation.
Chokata and Kyūbē beside him were both showing expressions of surprise.
"It's just that I've heard similar rumors." Ushiyama interjected, casting a helpless glance at Inagawa, "Whether it's true or not, there's no conclusion yet."
Inagawa shrugged nonchalantly, "I think it's most likely true. Tachibana has made such a great contribution this time, it wouldn't make sense not to promote him to a higher rank."
"Anyway, no matter what, Tachibana is certain to be promoted this time, that's without a doubt."
"It's just a matter of where he'll be promoted to, and how high the position will be."
