"The silent cry"
Characters in the first episode:
•Taro yamada: former detective turned private investigator, mid- 40s.
•sakura Akiyama: Enthusiastic young women in her 20s, a big fan of taro's work.
•Kento Suzuki: taro's neighbor's son, the murder victim.
•mr. And Mrs. Suzuki: Kenton's parents, taro's neighbor's.
Taro yamada is sitting in his cluttered office, looking at an old photograph of himself with kento Suzuki as though he knew something had happened.
Taro yamada
It's been years since I left the force, but some ghosts never leave you.
Knock on the door. Taro looks up, sees me. Suzuki standing there, visibly distressed.
Mr Suzuki
Taro..... It's kento. he's dead.
Taro yamada
What happened?
Mr Suzuki
Murdered. The police aren't making any progress. We need your help.
Taro arrives at the crime scene, a small apartment near his own. Police tape surrounds the area. He flashes his old badge to gain access.
Detective
Yamada, you're a bit far from your retirement aren't you?
Taro yamada
Just here to help an old friend.
Taro examines the scene, noticing subtle clues the police overlooked.
Taro yamada
Whoever did this knew how to cover their, tracks. But everyone makes a mistake.
Taro is compiling notes when Sakura Akiyama bursts in, excitement in her eyes.
Sakura Akiyama
Mr. Yamada! I'm Sakura Akiyama, I'm a huge fan of your work. I want to help you solve this case.
Taro yamada
Go home kid. This isn't a game.
Sakura Akiyama
I know it's not a game I'm serious! I've studied all your case's. I can help!
Taro yamada
You're too young and inexperienced. This is dangerous.
Taro investigates various leads, always finding Sakura somehow involved or nearby, trying to help despite his protests.
Taro yamada
She's persistent. I'll give her that.
Taro finally confronts Sakura after a particular encounter with a suspect.
Taro yamada
Enough, Sakura! This isn't your fight.
Sakura Akiyama
It is now! I believe in you, Mr yamada. I know I can help if you just let me.
Taro yamada
You have no idea what you're getting into.
Sakura Akiyama
Maybe not. But . I trust you. And I trust myself.
Taro watches Sakura handle herself with bravery and determination. Slowly, he starts to see her potential.
Taro yamada
maybe.... maybe she's what I need.
Taro finally agrees to let Sakura officially join him.
Taro yamada
Alright, Sakura. You can stay. But you follow my lead, understand?
Sakura Akiyama
Yes, sir I won't let you down.
Sakura Akiyama
[scene 8: new clues]
Sakura Akiyama
Together, taro and Sakura discover new clues that lead them closer to the truth behind Kento's murder.
Taro yamada
This case is bigger than I thought. And maybe..... Just maybe...... Having her around isn't so bad after all.
Taro and Sakura stand over the latest clue, determination in their eyes.
Taro yamada
We're getting close. Let's finish this.
The camera pans out as they walk off into the city ready to face whatever comes next.
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