…?

Sleepground looks up from her documents and brings the receiver to her ear.

Yes, Mystery Investigation Unit speaking....

The urgent voice of the caller can be heard faintly. As she listens to the conversation, the color drains from Sleepground's face.

....Is that true?

Munching on a chocolate cookie, he senses the atmosphere and taps Soohyun's shoulder in the next seat.

Something must have happened, Inspector Soohyun.

He glances at Sleepground, nods, and lowers his voice.

If it's a case, she'll tell us.

....I understand.

She hangs up the phone with a thud. Her face is a complex mix of rare terror and agitation.