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[The video feed began, and Naoto would appear on the screen, dressed in her usual hat, fine jacket and neck tie, perhaps even more refined than usual. Sitting at her desk, she'd made sure that the area where the video would work was immaculate. First impressions were important after all.]

Good day, Saeng Seong; my name is Naoto Shirogane. I have met some of you already, but to those who I've yet to meet, I felt it was important to make this video to properly introduce myself.

In my own world, I am a detective working with various police organizations across Japan, helping them solve 'unsolvable crimes'. Obviously, Saeng Seong is relatively peaceful...

[Ignoring the Mutant Snowmen...]

But, I find it still prudent to be prepared. Thus, I'd like to announce that by Wednesday next week, the Shirogane Detective Agency will be opening in District 3. If you ever are in need of assistance, please consider coming to the agency or contacting me.

[She tipped her hat towards the screen, offering them a small smile.]

Please, also feel free to ask any questions you may have here.

[Filtered for Mitsuru and Fuuka]

[For these two, there would be a continuation of the feed, Naoto's smile still there.]

Fuuka-san, Kirijo-san; I am aware this is sudden, but I would like to extend an invitation to the two of you. I would be honoured if you'd consider working with me at my agency.

[Naoto leaned back somewhat, her eyes keeping that calm look, but there was a level of uncertainty; would they even be interested? Or would they doubt her sincerity?]

You're both talented women and I trust in your abilities to be able to compliment my own weaknesses. I hope to hear back from you, but the invitation will always be opened.

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[... Huh. She wasn't sure what sort of reaction she was expecting, but this from Sanada-san was interesting, indeed.]

You have an interest in Police work, I assume?

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[Remembering her speech pattern, he relates it to the way Mitsuru speaks. He thinks she would probably prefer more formal language, unless indicated otherwise.]

Yes. I had helped out Kurosawa-san sometimes, back home. He's a police officer. I haven't had experience with detective work, but it's similar, right?

Kurosawa...

[Did she know a police officer by that name? Nothing rang a bell at the moment...]

Yes, there is certainly some cross over between the two. You have to know police protocol in order to work alongside officers, as well as proper handling for evidence and material so they're still able to be used in a court of law, etc. I'm also a trained and registered gun owner, which was no easy feat in Japan.

[A brief pause, and Naoto seemed a little pensive. Determined, a strong sense of justice, physical capable and seems to take life by the horns...]

It's a pity Dojima-san isn't here to talk to you, then.

Do you know him? He works at the station in Paulownia mall on Port Island.

[He listens to her explanation without interruption, nodding at the end.]

That makes sense. Have to admit, I'm more interested in field work, but I'll need to learn the other aspects of the job too. [Akihiko quirks a brow at her rather surprising statement.] At your age? Heh, that's pretty impressive.

Dojima-san? Is that a colleague of yours?

It doesn't ring a bell, unfortantely. Still, if he's trustworthy, I'll definitely keep that in mind.

[She smiled briefly at his comment] It's understandable to want to specialize, but everyone who starts working as an officer usually starts on patrol or other such duties. And... [Part of her wanted to huff at him; that part of her that hated being treated as a child. But it's alright; it was pretty impressive about her age... and she was a good shot too, Kanji and Yu could tell you.] --thank you for the compliment.

[She paused again, her eyebrow raised.]

Ah, so Yu-senpai didn't tell you then. Ryotaro Dojima is Yu-senpai's uncle in Inaba; he was also one of the Detectives working on the murder case I was involved with. He's a man who is very dedicated to his job, as well as his family... and he respects those who are willing to work hard and put their all into things.

[And she gave a small smile.]

I have a feeling you'd work well together.

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Hey, if you're ever in the area, I'll introduce you to him. He helped our team a lot during the-uh, that incident we talked about, before. [Despite how many people might know about the situation already, he still isn't comfortable discussing it in a public forum. He has Mitsuru's reputation and desire for discretion to think of.]

Yes, I know. I'm willing to do whatever it takes, though. Nothing in life ever comes easily.

[His smile is a little wry, but he doesn't elaborate on her remark. He hasn't exactly been very social in the past couple of months.] He definitely sounds like someone I can respect. So he's like a mentor to you, huh?

Knowing my work, I could very well end up in Tatsumi Port again. Whenever we return... I would like to meet him.

[There was an odd realization in her mind; whenever she went back home, she'd forget about these other Persona users. It was a strange and unsettling one; now their groups would never know they were not alone...]

Well, if you are, I can get something organized for you. Allow me some time to work on that, hm?

[At his comment about Dojima being a mentor... well. She had her own wryly smile.]

I... wouldn't go so far as that. He is my elder, and he is very skilled and well suited for his job, but I'd say he's more of a... respected colleague. If anything when I started the working with the Inaba police, he was honest with his distaste in my presence there, which is far better than most. Often times officers would just talk behind my back... he was at least forthright. I can respect that. And as time went on, our interaction took on a more favorable turn.

All right. I’ll keep that in mind.

[That isn’t something he’s thought very much about. He just kind of assumes that everyone would keep their memories when they went back home.

Akihiko nods, maintaining his friendly exterior.] That’s fine. No rush. I just want to help out however I can.

Distaste? [He frowns in mild confusion.] Because of your age? [He doesn’t personally see gender being an issue. Mitsuru is, after all, an extremely competent person, and that has nothing to do with her being a woman.] Or did he think you weren’t experienced enough?

I appreciate it, Sanada-san.

[Though, his questions made her sigh.]

Yes, on both accounts. You see, the case in Inaba had gone on for over a month with no leads. Thus, after doing some initial investigation myself, I offered my services to the prefectural police, and asked for no money in return. I did not need it and I was intrigued as to where this case would go.

[She readjusted her cap as she continued, frowning slightly.]

Obviously, the Inaba police force did not take kindly to my intrusion, already on edge due to not having any answers for the scared public. So imagine an upstart young detective who is younger than his nephew arriving... But again, at least he was forth right with me. I rather have honesty than whispers behind my back, after all.

[Or being treated as a 'brat who acted an adult'. At least Dojima called her on that and didn't just hide it behind words.]

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