I am a female swordsman.

"This toast is to Shinohara and Hoji; the purge was a resounding success." To the soothing music of the bar, Marude Sai, who had been busy all morning, raised his glass in a toast to his two old acquaintances at the table.

Last night's follow-up operation against [Aogiri Tree] was largely successful, thanks to the contributions of the two elite teams, Shinohara and Hoji. They located [Aogiri Tree]'s retreat route on the perimeter and dealt a heavy blow to them.

"This toast is to my old subordinate, Mado!"

Mado's team gathered the scattered ghouls from Ward 11. Their leader, the three crows, rescued about a hundred people and successfully surrounded the Ward 11 branch, wiping out all the ghouls nailed to the Ward 11 branch building! In this battle, Mado Kureo demonstrated a sharp and decisive mind far beyond that of ordinary people.

"This cup is offered in respect to the third-ranking official in the Yellow Springs..."

Yamen reached out and nudged his absent-minded partner beside him. The elegant and slender white figure paused for a moment before coming back to his senses and raising his glass in return.

Marude Sai, glancing at Yomi, the third-ranked swordsman who had just regained his focus, twitched slightly in displeasure. Mado's disciples were all quite individualistic, and he was used to it. Marude Sai would never admit that he was a little afraid this aloof swordsman would suddenly cleave him in two, especially when he was joking with his old subordinate.

"This final toast is to all the investigators who fought so hard! The battle in Area 11 is not over yet. The next battle, the one following the resistance, is about to begin. We will combine all our forces to drive out all the bastards of [Aogiri Tree] in one fell swoop! Gentlemen, may our military prowess be restored!"

"yeah!"

"Wow!!"

"cheers!"

Special Inspector Marude shouted and raised his glass to everyone. Amidst the lively cheers of the bar's white doves, everyone toasted enthusiastically. This bar in District 11 was a popular spot for local investigators to relax and unwind after missions. The bar owner was also a former CCG member, so everyone could speak freely and drink to their heart's content!

"Mado! I'm going to drink you under the table!" Shinohara, the special agent, grabbed Mado, the senior agent, and wouldn't let go. The two had been partners for a long time and had always had a good relationship.

But the surrounding search officers quickly stepped in to stop them.

Special Inspector Shinohara once famously got so drunk that he knocked over a dozen fellow high-ranking investigators to the ground. Meanwhile, it's said that Mr. Mado Kureo, a man of immense capacity for alcohol, has never lost a drinking contest, and there are even rumors that he chugs many bottles of strong liquor and then casually kills a ghoul on his way home.

Huang Quan, sipping his low-alcohol fruit wine, watched the lively scene. His eyes, reflected in the bar lights, shone with a bright scarlet luster, like clear glass.

On the other side, the unserious Special Investigator Marude is boasting about his romantic escapades in front of a group of investigators while holding up a wine glass. Meanwhile, the handsome Special Investigator Hoji occasionally exposes Marude's boasts, turning each romantic affair into an embarrassing and comical scene of failed attempts to woo women.

Laughter erupted intermittently.

The atmosphere was extremely cheerful.

At this moment, the ghoul investigators in the bar had no distinction of rank; all they had was a strong sense of camaraderie, like a group of soldiers getting together to drink beer.

"Sigh..." Huang Quan couldn't help but sigh as she watched the lively scene. She was also a little regretful. If she were still a man, she would definitely be able to happily participate in it.

"Don't drink too much."

The ever-serious and earnest Amon Kotaro didn't dare participate in the romantic escapades of the Marude Special Envoys. Instead, he sat silently at the bar with Yomi, drinking alone. Of course, this might also be because Amon didn't want his junior sister Yomi to be harassed by those clueless drunkards.

“I can drink much more than you.” Giving Yamen a disdainful look, Huang Quan immediately went from taking small sips to taking big gulps, and soon a large glass of fruit wine was down his throat.

Without batting an eye, Huang Quan San Deng turned his wine glass upside down in front of Amen, a sight that made Amen's brow twitch. He had this feeling that his own younger sister was going through a rebellious phase and becoming disobedient.

Mado and Shinohara are having a drinking contest.

Perhaps due to being drunk, Marude Sai's jokes became increasingly vulgar, causing some of the female investigators to blush. Amon looked at the indifferent Yomi with some embarrassment, unsure whether to take the opportunity to persuade her to leave. After all, Yomi was only 17 years old; hearing such things would have a very negative impact.

"...Do you guys still remember your first time? Nobody forgets their first time, it felt amazing!" Marutei, drunk and rambling on and on.

"Mr. Marude, do you remember me?"

It's unclear which investigator spoke up, but Marude took a big gulp of sake and pointed with his finger.

“That hits the nail on the head. I still remember that moment…”

"One second?"

Huang Quan, who was not far away, suddenly chimed in with a sinister tone.

“That’s right, I was just one second…”

"puff!!!!!!"

Amon Kotaro spat out his entire drink, staring dumbfounded at his prankster partner. Before he could even process what had happened, Marude Sai was vividly describing the prank, when the surrounding investigators erupted in maniacal laughter that seemed poised to shatter the bar. That Yomi San-ri guy, that scheme was truly insidious!

Marutei, whose face was flushed from drinking, finally came to his senses.

Damn it! Is this guy a devil?!

Looking at Huang Quan, who was innocently sipping her sake, Marude really had an urge to rush over and beat her up. What a waste of such a beautiful face, how could she be so wicked?

"Pfft~~"

Finally, unable to contain herself any longer, Huang Quan broke into a soft laugh, covering her mouth and blinking innocently. She was just indulging in a little banter; don't take it to heart.

Bang! !

Just as the bar was getting lively, the door was suddenly pushed open, and a group of five people walked in. Each of them was dressed in a suit and tie, and the black suits they wore gave off a hidden danger that was different from ordinary people. Huang Quan, whose senses were somewhat dulled by alcohol, vaguely sensed something.

The four people behind are from the CCG's Internal Affairs Department, which, simply put, is responsible for checking whether ghoul investigators are suspected of defection.

"These bastards..."

The atmosphere instantly plummeted to freezing point. All the investigators, with a subtle sense of hostility, slowly sipped their drinks while staring at them with hostile intent.

"Ladies and gentlemen, I apologize for interrupting your gathering. But the four officers from the Internal Affairs Department will be leaving soon. I am also assisting with the investigation, so please forgive me." The leading investigator appeared humble and respectful, seemingly somewhat apprehensive. This was understandable; anyone facing a room full of hostile white doves, especially a flock that had just come down from the front lines, would tremble with fear, and Furuta Ichiro was no exception.

"Excuse me, which one of you is the Third-Class Investigator of the Underworld?"

Author's Note:

P.S.: I have a bad cold and am still at work... I'll be updating the second chapter tonight... Sorry.

Chapter 107 Investigation

The atmosphere in the bar became unusually tense after Furuta Ichiro asked what seemed like a casual question!

All eyes turned to him!

All eyes were on Huang Quan, who was leaning against the bar, leisurely swirling his drink. No one could have imagined that Huang Quan would one day be involved with the Internal Affairs Department. In the CCG, the Internal Affairs Department was essentially the Washuu family's henchmen, specifically used to deal with traitors and those who neglected their duties.

From any perspective, Huang Quan, a third-class official, should not be associated with the Internal Affairs Department.

traitor?

The title "Sword Demon" is an honorific bestowed upon Yomi by the blood of countless ghouls. Having been trained by Mado Kureo, she has surpassed her master. If not for the time constraints of her appointment, believe it or not, Yomi would already be the right-hand woman of some district head! Her career would be incredibly smooth! To call someone capable of succeeding the "White Reaper" a traitor is absurd; the CCG should slap themselves in the face first!

malfeasance?

This is somewhat ambiguous, but it shouldn't be related to the Yellow Springs or the Third Rank.

"Long time no see, I've been waiting for you for a while."

Huang Quan placed the glass on the bar and loosened his arms. "For you to travel all the way from headquarters to this dangerous place, it must be something very important."

First Class Investigator Furuta Nifuku had met Yomi several times at headquarters.

He was polite and courteous, with a handsome face but a touch of sinister charm. Huang Quan had a fairly good impression of him, and had even considered asking him to teach him swordsmanship. However, at this moment, Huang Quan keenly sensed a familiar aura emanating from him, and beneath Huang Quan's seemingly calm and indifferent exterior, a tremendous undercurrent was stirring!

【Oogami】The aura of Rize Kamishiro.

Furuta Ichiro possesses an aura similar to that of [Oogami], and her aura is remarkably similar to that of her junior, Kaneki Ken.

"There are many suspicious points regarding your battle with [Tatara] and [Eto] last night, and we need to have you investigated. So, please come with us." Furuta Ichigo bowed slightly politely, his expression revealing a sense of helplessness as if he were being coerced.

To be honest, if it weren't for sensing the aura of the [Oogami] that Furuta originally possessed, Yomi would have been completely fooled by his impeccable disguise!

"Wait!"

Marude Sai suddenly spoke up. Although he was drunk, his eyes were not blurry and he displayed the authority of a superior.

"Did your internal affairs department have the director's written authorization for the investigation?"

"This is a warrant from Director Washuu Yoshitoki, Special Inspector Marute. Please take a look." A man in a black suit behind Furuta rudely pushed him aside, took out a warrant, and unfolded it. It was indeed Washuu Yoshitoki's handwriting and seal on it; this couldn't be faked. Marute's eyes flickered slightly.

"According to the strategic plan of Countermeasures Section Two, Huang Quan San and others have an irreplaceable plan for the subsequent extermination of the [Bronze Tree]. This document only mentions assisting in the investigation, not arrest. Isn't the Internal Affairs Department overstepping its bounds a bit? Or is it that the Internal Affairs Department no longer takes Countermeasures Section One and Countermeasures Section Two seriously?"

Marute Tetsu showed no intention of backing down.

"If you do not apologize for your arrogant and unreasonable attitude today, then Ampute and I will have to file a joint complaint with the Speaker!"

Special Investigator Saitama Marude, head of Countermeasures Division 2. Special Investigator Kiyoko Azuma, head of Countermeasures Division 1. Representing intelligence and strength respectively within the CCG, neither of them is usually satisfied with the Internal Affairs Department. With the [Aogiri Tree] subjugation operation about to begin, they've come to cause trouble, prompting Marude to adopt a firm stance without hesitation!

"..."

"What? Weren't you all so arrogant just now? Don't think that your internal affairs team can really do whatever they want!" Looking at the speechless man in the black suit, Marude revealed a smug smile.

If you dare to try and cause trouble, be prepared to be outmaneuvered!

"Special Agent Marude, please don't make things difficult for us." The man in the black suit quickly softened his tone. Although he had Washu's orders, to be honest, Yomi was a hopeless case.

Everyone knows that Yomi is a sword demon with zero tolerance for ghouls, and her private life is as monotonous as that of an ascetic. She either invests all her monthly salary in training equipment or simply deposits it in the bank. The investigation into Yomi stems from her contact with [Eto]. Taking advantage of this, Marude launched an attack, and the black-suited members of the Internal Affairs Department could only obediently bow their heads. That's how the CCG's internal factions are; if you can't win, you admit defeat to save face.

"Where are you taking Huang Quan to investigate, and for how long?"

Mado Kureo, who had been silently observing the men in black suits, finally spoke up. His uneven eyes looked somewhat erratic, and his gaze frequently lingered on Furuta Ichiro.

"Let's find an office in District 11. The investigation won't take more than two hours!"

Furuta Ichiro, who had finally found an opportunity to illustrate, quickly stepped in and pulled the man in the black suit who was confronting Marude back to reality. Furuta Ichiro kept nodding and bowing, looking every bit the nice guy.

"You took away Third-Class Investigator Yomi, who was fighting a bloody battle on the battlefield just the day before yesterday, for investigation. From now on, you might as well hand over the security of all 24 wards of Tokyo to your Internal Affairs Group, humph!" Second-Class Investigator Takizawa said indignantly, as he regarded Mr. Amon and Ms. Yomi as his idols.

Amidst the angry gazes of a flock of white doves, they successfully led Huang Quan away. When they returned to the car, Furuta exaggeratedly wiped the cold sweat from his forehead.

"Old Duo, wait a minute." Huang Quan, who had also boarded the car, subtly observed the man in the black suit and Old Duo.

"Ah! Yellow Springs Third Class, what do you need? If you need anything, please just tell me. My errand-running skills are top-notch!"

Furuta wore a somewhat awkward smile, rubbing his hands together as if he felt a little guilty.

"No, I was just thinking, how long has it been since I last saw you?" It's been almost two months since I received Dr. Jigyo's reforged sword from headquarters. And the [Ogre] extermination operation happened during this period. What exactly happened to Furuta Nimura during this time?

"Haha, it's an honor to have you think of me!"

Suddenly, Huang Quan felt he couldn't understand this First Class Investigator, Furuta Nifuku. If this shy and kind person was an act, then the act was too good. He had practically twisted his own personality. Sitting next to such a person, Huang Quan always felt like a frog being watched by a poisonous snake.

If Furuta Nimura is involved in some kind of shady dealings with the upper echelons of the CCG.

The reason they were so eager to cause her trouble is that Huang Quan inadvertently touched a nerve with her.

[Action]! It's definitely related to her!

Author's Note:

P.S.: This week's PY

Book Title: Back to World War II as Führer

Synopsis: As the Iron Chancellor Bismarck once said, "The great problems of our time cannot be solved by speeches and parliamentary resolutions, but by iron and blood. Might makes right!"