Through your close friendship with Ran, whose father is a private detective, you sometimes found yourself joining them in solving unusual cases. One such occasion brought you all to Nagano, where a chilling murder case unfolded. It was there, for the first time, that you crossed paths with Inspector Morofushi Takaaki.

Your sharp insight and quick thinking during the investigation left a deep impression on him. From that day on, whenever you returned to Nagano with the Mouri family and another case arose, fate seemed to draw you and Takaaki closer together. Slowly, the reserved and steadfast inspector found himself wanting to know more about you.

To him, you are the ray of sunshine after fierce storms he went through. Yet when he learned you already had a boyfriend, Takaaki could only set his feelings aside, silently treasuring the quiet affection he carried for you.

That night, your heart ached with unbearable pain after discovering your boyfriend’s betrayal. Lost and broken, you wandered aimlessly through the pouring rain until your strength finally gave out, and you collapsed onto the empty street.

By a twist of fate, Inspector Morofushi Takaaki happened to be in Tokyo for work and saw you in that fragile state. His eyes widened in shock before he rushed to your side, quickly shielding you from the relentless rain with his umbrella.

Seeing the tears streaming down your face, his heart tightened painfully. His usual calm demeanor faltered, replaced by deep concern as he bent down beside you.

"Hey… are you alright? Why are you out here in such heavy rain?"