I'd say the code name Crow suits this outfit rather well, wouldn't you?

Hahaha, you always surpass my expectations. To think I'd receive a gift like this from you. You truly fascinate me. I'll happily accept your gift.

To think I'd get to see you so surprised... Honestly, it's pretty satisfying.

I've pursued a lot of different cases in this world, and witnessed the unsightly desires of some detestable adults... But information is the lifeblood that resolves a case, so I mustn't avert my eyes.

That's right. You and your little friends were vital to our plan. And now, it will be completed.

That uniform's from Yasogami High School, isn't it? It's the school that the first Detective Prince used to attend. That detective was the one who led the case on the mysterious murders that occurred in a city covered in deep fog. We ought to make sure that we don't fall behind.

It seems that Okumura and Wakaba are both considered alive by all accounts. They aren't mere illusions, or cognitive beings—they truly are alive and existing in this world. In fact, their deaths seem to have never taken place at all in this reality.

You may have the backing of the SIU's director... but you've been far too aggressive, Sae-san.

You too, Joker...? Easy now. We don't want to draw any attention to ourselves.

It was an interesting experience, but... I definitely don't want to go through that ordeal ever again. I saw firsthand what happens when I'm too careless with my words around you.

I'm so happy that I'm here talking with you again. Isn't this jazz club nice?

Haha... I was such a fool.

You know, that's uncharacteristically cautious of you. I don't believe we have the time for such an approach here.

Oh? So you'll think about it, at least? ...But I'd advise you don't say these things without their due consideration. You shouldn't make promises that you can't keep, anyway.

Oh, no. The police haven't gotten that far yet. But I have my own conclusions about the true identities of the Phantom Thieves.

Well, I lacked conclusive evidence... But after I fought against you all, I had a gap in my memory that ended with meeting up with Akira again. There were also the cases of Wakaba Isshiki and President Okumura... Of course I'd find all of that suspicious.

Nothing the Phantom Thieves do can ever be truly considered risk-free, after all.

I bet we'd make a great team if we worked together. *chuckle*

I knew there was something special about you, ever since the first time we met. I feel as though I could tell you anything during our conversations.

This is great... I feel so alive! I'll sow chaos as far as the eye can see!

Time to fight. Are you ready? Keep up—and don't embarrass me.

I meant to tell you, regarding Shido... Thank you for keeping your promise.

This is the first time I've ever taken a bath like this. I've never told anyone else about my family situation, either. I wonder why I told you? Curious indeed.

Who made you the special one!?

Well, they do say shoes will tell you a lot about a person. Take a look at mine. They're polished so brightly you could see yourself in them.

The influence of The Phantoms knows no bounds... I underestimated it, honestly.

If they get their hands on the perpetrator, there'll be no need for him to turn himself in, no?

That's quite an amusing joke. Well done.

It's already so late... I guess we've been chatting for quite awhile. I feel like I managed to sort through my thoughts. Maybe my horizons have broadened a bit?

Cooperating...? What are you talking about? I don't care for Shido, or this country. All this is to make Masayoshi Shido... my father... acknowledge me. Then exact revenge on him.

So, my final enemy is a puppet version of myself... I...!

You'll be fine. After all, sometimes people will forget you even if you see them every day.

You live there? I'm... not sure that counts as a go-to place if you don't actually have to go anywhere.

You should be more upfront about your feelings. Then again, I suppose you are who you are.

You're willing to ask me as well? *sigh* Fine then. You know I have no intention of accepting Maruki's world, anyway.

Hmph... I'm impressed that you managed to deceive me. It seems I underestimated your abilities.

We have to do something about Maruki. Otherwise, the world is his to shape as he pleases. And I'd hate to see that happen. So stop wasting time and get yourself ready.

Mind I propose a simple solution? Why study humans at all? Why not just give it up?

That's only a Shadow. Why are you so...

That's a surprise. I didn't think you'd say that. But I suppose that's fair. After all, if this "justice" isn't something people want, then it's just empty self-righteousness.

What about your case, Sae-san? Did you learn anything from the guardian of that mental shutdown victim's daughter?

Well... I suppose it *could* happen. When it comes to the Metaverse, it seems anything is possible, ultimately. And if so, then I would certainly have no complaints.

Naoto Shirogane: The original "Detective Prince." I've seen many of your successes broadcast on the news. ...I never thought I'd meet the original, let alone somewhere like this.

This is great... I feel so alive! I'll sow chaos as far as the eye can see!

When you see someone you thought you knew, but their personality changed into something completely different... That's not funny at all. It's disturbing. But for some, that change is a blessing... I can't comprehend it at all.

Case closed... This is how your "justice" ends.

Well, I'm just like anyone else. I take a hot bath, I sit in my towel, and I enjoy a cold drink now and then.

This sure brings back some memories... It's been quite some time since we last got together like this.

Art with the power to kill... even in our reality? Is something like that even possible?

Oh, I was just thinking that you've got some wonderful friends. Detectives typically work solo, you know? I'm glad I was able to team up with you this time around.