Event Story – Scenic Nature Sinking Into The Twilight, ch.1

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Oscar: Brad-sama, I was waiting for you.

Brad: How's the situation?

Oscar: We have already retrieved the substance from the thieves' hideout.
There didn't seem to be a problem with the other stolen items, so we will leave the rest to the police.

Brad: I see, you did a remarkable job.

Will: Good work, Brad-san.

Akira: You sure took your sweet time. We've already finished here.

Brad: Give me a rundown of the incident.

Akira: I just heard about it from the police, but it's a real creepy story. I bet it could scare the heck out of Ren ♪

Will: I'm sure it won't, not anymore. Still, it was indeed a scary story... 

Brad: Explain.

Akira: Well...



Akira: This group of thieves, or rather, the ones who have been causing a stir lately, have been sneaking into rich people's homes, stealing art.
All of this happened when they hid in a warehouse they were using as a hideout to flee police during a pursuit.
The members of this group were killing time examining at the stolen goods when their boss suddenly started brandishing a Japanese sword that was among the loot.

They thought it was a joke at first, but then they started acting violently. And to crown it all, they ended up using the blade on themselves. Well, even though it seems none of the injuries are life-threatening, they had to call an ambulance so they were all arrested.
What I told you so far might sound like flubdub, but the sword that the boss wielded is actually said to be an "enchanted sword".
People believe the boss used the sword on himself because of the curse of the enchanted sword.

Brad: Enchanted sword?

Akira: Yeah, at least that's what that bunch of thieves said. I don't know if it's true or not, though.

Brad: Hm...

Will: I spoke with a detective for a bit, and they said it's also possible that they self-harmed due to the stress of being driven to a wall.

Brad: That is perfectly reasonable if you think about it.
Still, I'm curious about this enchanted sword...

Oscar: Do you believe what they say?

Brad: It's hard to believe that this enchanted sword is cursed.
However, there was also a substance among the items. It would be preferable if the research department looked into it.
I'll go talk to the detectives and ask them to hand over that deadly weapon.

Oscar: I will introduce you to the detective in charge, then.

Brad: Thank you.

Old detective: Alright, let's leave the rest to the forensics and go back. There's a report waiting for me when we get back to the station.

Oscar: I'm sorry to interrupr you when you're so busy, but we have something to tell you.

Old detective: What? There's more?
Oh, aitcha Brad Beams? That was your team?

Brad: I heard about the incident's specifics. Could you leave the Japanese sword for us to investigate?

Old detective: That enchanted sword? You'd save me. Everyone is terrified of the rumors, so no one wants to take it back to the station.
After all, it can kill its owner or something.

Brad: Its owner? You mean the one wielding it?

Old detective: We've already dusted it for fingerprints and blood, so you can return it whenever you want. Contact me once your investigation is over. One of my younger ones will go get it for you.

Brad: Got it.

Old detective: Heey, get me that dangerous sword.

Young detective: Yes! Here it is...

Brad: It looks like a completely normal uchigatana. Quiet old too...

Old detective: You sure have an eye for the beautiful. To us, it's just a deadly weapon.

Brad: I'll take care of it.



Oscar: ー!?
B- Brad-sama, I will take it!

Brad: Sure, but what's wrong?

Oscar: No, it's nothing......

Brad: It's true that this is a dangerous weapon, but it's also of value. Handle it carefully.

Oscar: Yes, sir!

Old detective: I'll leave it to you, then. Call me if you figure something out.

Brad: Let's keep in touch.

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