A Scientific Urban Detective

Just as Kazari Uiharu hesitated and stopped, the young boys and girls who were amusing themselves in the nearby open space also noticed the three people here.

Then, someone immediately pointed and gesticulated towards them, and because they were delinquent teenagers, their movements had a vaguely provocative feeling.

However, the atmosphere wasn't so sinister, just because they also recognized Kazari Uiharu.

After a small commotion, one person walked out of the group, seemingly as a representative, and came to them.

Seeing this familiar figure, Kazari Uiharu sighed, and all the hesitation and doubt in her heart were thrown aside.

"Yo, long time no see." The person who came was a burly young man, who looked like a high school student or even a college student, or rather, it wouldn't be strange if he was an adult.

Although he exuded a relaxed and easy-going atmosphere, his attire was the most standard "delinquent"... or rather, "rock" style.

He had a head of red curly hair, wore a black leather jacket, a skull-shaped pendant around his neck, and rings of the same style on both hands. From the open collar, one could vaguely see that he seemed to have tattoos on his body...

Including the "delinquent teenagers" behind him, they were all similar in style, highlighting freedom and individuality.

In stark contrast to them were the three people on Kazari Uiharu's side.

Because they were carrying out Judgement activities, they were required to wear school uniforms—Rindou Mumei hadn't officially enrolled yet, but the boys' uniform was simple in style, and it was easy to find a similar one to make do.

One side highlighted the image of orderly, neat, good students, while the other emphasized the "delinquent teenagers" with individuality and even rebellion, seemingly two opposing and completely different worlds.

"N-Nice to see you too." Kazari Uiharu turned her head, her eyes a little hesitant.

"Hahaha," the man on the opposite side laughed heartily, "I'm relieved to see you so energetic. As expected, the identity of a Judgement member is more suitable for you."

"Well... I..."

"Don't worry, don't worry," the other party nonchalantly reached out and patted Kazari Uiharu on the shoulder, "Everyone doesn't actually blame you, just... a little surprised, right? After all, no one thought that you, Kazari, were such an excellent person."

"Kurozuma Mawatari... This is Kurozuma Mawatari." Not knowing how to respond, Kazari Uiharu thought of her two companions and took the opportunity to introduce him.

"Kurozuma Mawatari, is he Uiharu-san's friend?" Rindou Mumei stepped forward and extended his hand, he had already guessed the identity of this man.

"Yes, we are friends." Kurozuma Mawatari readily admitted, causing Kazari Uiharu's tense expression to relax a lot.

"You are also Uiharu's friends, and also Judgement members?" Kurozuma Mawatari asked.

Then, he suddenly widened his eyes and carefully looked at Rindou Mumei's face by the light of the street lamp.

"You are that 'hero'?" The strength of the handshake suddenly increased a lot, "That's right, it's you, Rindou Mumei!"

Kurozuma Mawatari looked very happy and laughed loudly: "Your injuries have healed? Not being in a wheelchair made it difficult to recognize you for a while."

"No, 'hero' is a thing of the past," Rindou Mumei said, "Now I am just an ordinary Judgement member."

"In any case, what you did is really admirable!" Kurozuma Mawatari said, "Even among people like us, your reputation and prestige are very high."

"Is that so... Thank you for the compliment."

A stranger meeting for the first time actually praised himself so generously... Rindou Mumei was a little unaccustomed to the current situation.

So, he turned his gaze to the two girls beside him. Himegami Torami had a disinterested expression, she disliked socializing even more than Rindou Mumei.

Then, there was only...

Rindou Mumei decisively let go of his hand, stepped aside, and let Kazari Uiharu out.

Kurozuma Mawatari looked like he really wanted to make friends with the legendary "hero", and even have a drink together. However, considering that Rindou Mumei was now a Judgement member, his companions would probably find it difficult to accept him, so he didn't continue to pester him.

He looked at Kazari Uiharu again: "Judgement is indeed a good organization."

"Then why don't you join?" Kazari Uiharu questioned, "Although you are Level 0, with your strength, you will definitely be accepted, right?"

Kurozuma Mawatari scratched his head: "I said, the most important thing in life is to be happy and content, and people should stay in the place that suits them best. Uiharu, I am different from you, I don't belong to Judgement."

"Sigh..." Another sigh, but Kazari Uiharu had expected this result, so she wasn't particularly disappointed, "In that case, we'll talk again when we have the chance, I have something to do today..."

With that, she pushed Rindou Mumei and Himegami Torami's shoulders and walked forward.

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"Let's go, the next bus is coming!"

Kurozuma Mawatari waved goodbye: "See you again when we have the chance, hero."

Then he trotted back to his companions, not knowing what he said, which made the atmosphere of the crowd lively again, seemingly completely unaffected by this unexpected encounter.

"What's going on, Kurozuma Mawatari seems to be looking forward to seeing Mumei-kun again." After parting, Kazari Uiharu couldn't help but complain, "Is this the first time you two have met?"

"Well," Rindou Mumei shrugged and said, "Perhaps in his opinion, he can meet Uiharu-san anytime he wants, so there's no need to say goodbye specifically, right?"

"Hmph, that's not the case!" Kazari Uiharu said, "That guy doesn't have such delicate thoughts, it's just because he's interested in you, so he's paying special attention to you."

Kazari Uiharu originally only came to send Rindou Mumei and Himegami Torami to the bus stop, she didn't need to take the bus here herself.

However, because her former companion and the person she cared about were not far away, Kazari Uiharu still got on the bus with them, preparing to take a slightly longer detour and then transfer to the subway to return to her dormitory.

A small perk for Judgement members is free access to public transportation.

Using Academy City's developed public transportation system, Rindou Mumei and Himegami Torami quickly returned to their Family Side apartment.

Komikado Aiho was still working overtime and hadn't returned home, but there was an unexpected figure waiting at the door.

"So slow! Mumei-senpai, why are you so late coming back?" Because she had been waiting for too long, Shokuhou Misaki immediately complained.