110 CHAPTER 109 - Ichiro's Revelation (1)

Ichiro stepped onto the premises of the Takahashi residence, his gaze scanning the surroundings. Thoughts of the secret basement, once a hub for his family's research before the mysterious disappearance of his grandparents, lingered in his mind. Now, the underground space served as a dwelling for Tomoko, who bore the physical aftermath of a severe beating after being apprehended.

Chiko, one of the twins, shot a disapproving look at her aunt, questioning, "Where's uncle, for the last time?"

Sachiko, the other twin, sighed, realizing the difficulty of breaking through to their aunt. She stepped forward, confronting Tomoko, "Did you truly believe our father left us in your care for no reason? Please, you seem to think we're just naive, gullible children. We're not as oblivious as you may think."