Investigation Result

"After digging deep, we've all agreed this was an unexpected and sudden accident."

That was the final word from the investigation team's captain during the wrap-up meeting.

"Our investigation into Jorath confirmed he had plans to kill Lyra. But when he tried to track her down, he ran into space pirates who were also targeting her."

"Evidence from the scene suggests things escalated, leading to Bengal killing Jorath and dumping his body in the sea. There weren't any footprints or DNA traces from Lyra, which matches her story..."

"And that's the whole incident."

The military, police department, and investigation bureau all signed off on this conclusion.

As for the small doubts—like why the military chose to fight to the bitter end even though they were clearly outmatched—those could be chalked up to either a trapped situation or a thirst for revenge.