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But I know one of you is hiding in here.

You have ten seconds to leave this place. I'll wait for you outside.

Of course, it won't be hard for me to get around Rhodes Island employees to deal with you, but I'd rather not take the risk.

So do me a favor. I'm trying my best to avoid leaving a bad impression on Lisa's coworkers.

I guess there's no more room for discussion—

A timely response. Interesting.

I suggest everyone put their weapons down.

We've sealed the exits and activated all defense systems, so let's not make it any worse.

You set a trap for me?

Um... trap?

It's just our regular security system at work.

Rhodes Island truly does not disappoint.

I assure you we're just protecting our own assets, miss.

If the two of you could just wait a moment. The government will soon take things over from here.

(Agnese, any ideas to get out of here? Agnese? Agnese... where are you?)

We meet again, Ingrid.

An unregistered visitor using a deadly weapon inside the city and vandalizing assets belonging to a legitimate company.

This time, you <i>will</i> have to come with me for an investigation.

And her?

Ingrid points at the girl who is still warily observing the situation developing around her.

*sigh* We'll bring her along too.

Agnese needs me.

My hunt hasn't ended yet—

*stomach groans*

Everyone present turns to look at the source of the sound in unison.

We'll get some food for you.

Please, Signora Venezia. I don't wish to have the police act.

You want to protect her?

That is something for us to consider.

Alright, I'll come along. Only because you have my respect, Lavinia.

Judge Lavinia, we're done with their pre-registrations.

The rest of the process will be a breeze.

I said I'd cooperate, didn't I?

Leon told me about the game. You're in it too? Like her?

Lavinia looks at Lunacub.

Um, grazie mille for the honey biscuits.

Lunacub gobbles down her food as she keeps her eyes on everyone around her.

So can I leave already? I have important things to do.

I'm no Fang, Lavinia. I told you, I'm just a mother in search of justice for her daughter.

Hands off my bow!

Judge, shouldn't we take her in? What if—

Don't worry, I know what I'm doing.

Remember me, Lunacub? Don't be rash, the police have already locked down this area.

Stay by my side. It'll be good for all of us. You can trust me.

I only trust Agnese.

Bernardo trusted me too.

...He's dead.

But his heir still lives.

I-I want to ask Agnese about this. But she hasn't been replying me for a while.

Stay with me, and you won't have to worry about getting into trouble. You'll have more time to contact Agnese too.

Ingrid quietly watches Lavinia as she persuades Lunacub.

The girl covered with a wild scent is hesitating. Ingrid knows an opportunity approaches.

If Lavinia can get Agnese's Fang under control, that will save Ingrid a lot of trouble.

The other Fang in hiding will surely come to her.

If you notified me earlier, this misunderstanding we're having here could have been settled in a much more decent manner.

Long time no see, sorella.

Signor Antonio.

Salve, Judge Lavinia. I made my way here just to submit the required documents and company testimonials, to help Ingrid Venezia complete her identification registration.

You—

Leave this to me, sorella. We Venezias have always been happily cooperative with the government.

Your Honor, I know Ingrid's recent actions have violated a couple of rules of Nuova Volsinii, but I believe none of them are serious?

Let's see: not registering on entry, using personal weapons in public spaces... oh, and vandalizing legitimate company assets, yes?

...Yes.

Regarding the last item, Venezia Trucking will discuss compensation with the involved company as soon as we are able.

Signor Venezia, you can just tell me what you want.

Bail. I'd like to bring my sister back home, everyone misses her so much.

Wait, Antonio. I didn't want to drag the family in. There's no need for you to fight with city hall for me.

It's not just for you, sorella. It's for the famiglia too. You may have your own opinions, but papa and I still regard you as one of ours.

I want every Venezia to have a clean record in Nuova Volsinii.

Besides, there's no need to censor the word 'famiglia' here. Everyone knows it's the foundation of our very lives. Nuova Volsinii just wants a declaration from us.

Forgive me for my candidness, Judge Lavinia.

I understand, your company's enduring cooperative nature with us relies on both sides being honest with each other.

However, are you sure you want to stake the entire company's reputation to vouch for Ingrid, Signor Venezia?

Why not? It would have been the same with the old don.

Venezia Trucking will ensure the government that Ingrid Venezia will not step afoul of the law during her post-bail probation period.

If you find any clear evidence of her doing so, I will personally accompany her at court.

Lavinia's head hurts. The other party's request does comply perfectly with standard procedures.

Ingrid does have a right to be released on bail, but... it shouldn't happen now.

I can't refuse you, can I? You really excel at dealing with the government, Signore.

Because I know you are not the inflexible type.

After all, I can clearly tell you know our little friend here with the huge bow, and you have no problems with her actions either.

Andiamo, sorella.

Someone else will handle the formalities for you. I know why you're back in Siracusa, we can help you with Lisa's matter.

Venezia... are you involved as well?

—Aaaaahh!

What's wrong?

I-I just got bitten by a tuskbeast that came out of nowhere!

A tuskbeast?

Wait—where's Lunacub?

Isn't she right next to—

She suddenly freezes—there is only air.

Where did she go?

Your Honor, we just engaged with a very agile individual.

She was mumbling something about wilderness survival skills and an Agnese, we couldn't stop her... we sent some men to chase after her.

I got it.

To be honest, I thought we'd never get a chance to see each other again until the famiglia started considering an expansion in Higashi, sister.

Stop calling me that, Antonio. We were never that close, and I'm no longer part of the family.

Alright.

Judging from their attitude towards you, I see you'll be the next don.

You're looking more and more like the Don—not just your attitude, but your appearance as well.