*He drives in near the witness house looking around for Sayaka* Geez partner you could at least give better directions... I'll be at her house the text said, as though that's clear enough. *Tatsu scoffs and examines his phone again* Still that's some interesting data... Wonder if our culprit is some mage attending the school? *He shrugs and looks up finally spotting Sayaka* Oh good there you are, I was almost thinking you had blown this off for a date or something. *He smirks at her and walks towards the house* Come on partner les go.

*Sayaka smirks, chuckling as she meets Tatsuya at the meetup point* I could NEVAH blow off my sensei in demon hunting. The misses is sleeping anyway, so... *Sayaka blushes before shaking her head, getting her head back into the game* A-Anyway... Apparently, this woman watches everything that goes on around here, so if anyone knows something, she will... *Alongside Tatsuya, Sayaka knocks on the door. After a few long seconds, a frail old woman answers the door* Kayako Miyami: "Oh? Visitors this late...? Oh, you are one of the students that pass through here! And you brought a friend... Is this your father?"

*Laharl appears* 'Sup?

[A seemingly friendly pair of hands is placed on Sayaka's shoulder's as Hazama appears behind her almost out of nowhere. He looks at the old woman with a friendly smile.] Hi there ma'am, sorry to bother you at this late of an hour, but do you mind if we have a little chat? It'll just take a minute. [Despite Sayaka and her partner knowing his true nature, Hazama seems to be sticking with this facade, he's using his pretty boy face and charismatic tone to great effect.]

*He nods at her and smiles...* Yeah I am, Tatsuya Adachi nice to meet you Miyami-san, although actually uh we're not really here just to visit... See I'm kinda here looking into some things, Sayaka-chan wanted to learn a thing about the family business so well here we are. *He smiles down at the girl for a moment before pulling out a detective's badge labeled with his name, Tatsuya Adachi to be exact* So then I'm sure you know about well the... Unpleasantness? I was wondering if I could ask a bit about it? Seen anything unusual around lately ma'am? *Tatsu raises an eyebrow curiously*

Kayako: "Oh, what a nice family you are. And your friend is very handsome as well! just like my husband when he was younger... Truthfully, mister detective, no one unusual really comes through here. It's officers, office workers and students. It was really quite scary to hear those nice people were killed... Unfortunately, no one strange has been around these last few nights, and it's awful to think of any of those children being a murderer..." *The lady seems nice, and while observant, she seems like the type that talks a lot. It will be difficult to keep her on subject. Hazama seems to have charmed her, thankfully* *Sayaka was surprised by Hazama's sudden appearance. He really did tower over her* Eh? Hazama-- er, Uncle Hazama? It's been some time... and uhh... My sister uhh... *Sayaka was happy to see her friend Hazama after so long, but wasn't sure what to make of Laharls appearance. She seemed confused*

*He looks over at Hazama and smiles* Heh, I see you still just pop outta nowhere eh buddy? At any rate it's good to see you again! We've got so much to catch up on don't we? *He smiles a bit wider... Though one paying very close attention might catch his true meaning* *Tatsu nods along with the woman's words* Hmm I see... Well I hate to point it out but most crimes aren't really committed by someone who seems off at first glance. *He shakes his head and sighs* Could be any number of those people honestly, can you think of anything strange someone was doing? Sudden shifts in behavior maybe? Those things can be warning signs. *He grins at Sayaka and shrugs, clearly knowing just as little about Laharl as she does*

[Hazama laughs, playing along with the uncle story without missing much of a beat.] Yeah, we should catch up sometime. God know's it's been a while. [He shoots Tatsuya a sly wink, it looks like he's really enjoying this.] Anyway ma'am, you sure you haven't seen anything odd? Someone suddenly becoming more or less active in the community than they usually are, some new people coming around, anything?

Kayako: "Well, of all of the children that go by here, there is one that comes at night more frequently than the others. I've spoken to her... She's such a nice girl, if only a little shy and scared... Recently she seems to wear a different expression at night though. I wonder if the poor dear is having trouble at home?" *Sayaka squints at her words. The portfolio doesn't match anyone she knows, except for Hax, but there's no way she could be capable of murder, and she is with Sayaka almost all of the time... She continued to play the part of the quiet child. If only the woman could give a name...*

Hmm I see... Could you give us her name Ma'am? If she might be having trouble at home I should probably look into that. *He smiles warmly and speaks softly* After all wouldn't want some poor girl getting hurt... I just couldn't live with myself if that happens. *Tatsuya frowns and looks down for a moment before turning up to her* It's my job to protect people, and I can't really do anything without knowing who to protect...

Kayako: "Too many bad things happen to children these days... It all used to be so simple, you know..." *Kayako seems to go off subject, looking sad and reminiscent... Sayaka felt bad for pushing it, but she needed this information. She needed to crack this case for her and Hax's sake, as well as all her friends* Miss? Can you tell me what she looked like? Her name...? Kayako: "She's a really sweet girl, you know. She always keeps her head down when she walks by, and when I try to give her a snack she seems nervous... She's taller than you, little girl. Probably a few grades above you. Pink hair and eyes... She really loves my cats, you know. She's very nice to them..." *Sayaka tried to not get offended at being called a little girl. She was a high schooler... Don't pout, she thought. We're so close.*

[Hazama places a reassuring hand on Kayako's shoulder, patting her and talking gently.] I'm sure this subject is hard for you, but we really need your help. You're really our only hope. So please, if it isn't too much trouble can you tell us her name?

*Kayako smiled as Hazama reassuringly comforted her. She smiled, remembering her husband when he was younger and how she missed him... This lit a new warmth in her eyes. Sayaka was impressed on the side, watching* Kayako: "My, you certainly will make a young lady very happy..." *Kayako lowers her head in thought for a moment before raising it again, looking up at the group again* Kayako: "I believe she said her name was... ...Setsuna Aizawa-chan."

Setsuna Aizawa, huh? I appreciate it, I'm sure this was hard on you. [He's still laying it on thick with the act, but he turns to his "allies" and smiles at them.] Well, I think we're done here, yes? Let's leave this poor woman alone, it's late and I'm sure she could use the shut-eye.

*Tatsuya smirks and nods at the old woman* I see then, thank you very much for your time. Now I should be taking Sayaka-chan home so I'll see you around Miyami-san, *he motions Hazama and Sayaka away, walking far enough he's clearly out of ear shot before chuckling darkly* Hah oh good one you bastard, I'm not sure I'd have gotten her to talk so really thanks Hazama... Or maybe Yuuki Terumi? *He raises an eyebrow at Haz and stands between the man and Sayaka* I'm willing to work with you to an extent Hazama, but screw me or mine over and I'll make you end got it? And on that note what exactly are you doing helpful out? I really am grateful but it's a bit odd for you. Anyway that put aside we going to check the kid out now or later?

Yes... We should go now. We're sorry to take your time, miss. Kayako: "Thank you all for stopping by. If you come during the day, I will make rice cakes for everyone!" *The kind old lady bows before walking back inside and closing the door. Sayaka sighs, finally dropping her facade* Well, that was a coup. A WONDERFUL success! ...Umm, thanks, you guys... I probably would have had a difficult time there on my own... ... I'm glad we have a name. But how do we find her? We could try for student records, but that means we will be stalled until I go back to school in September... And then, it may be the neighboring school too...

[Hazama shrugs, laughing at Tatsuya with his usual condescending tone back in full force.] Actually, I'm just Hazama now. no Terumi-san here. As for why I'm here, well I'm still a detective, sort of. [He flashes his official police badge to Tatsuya, it notably includes the surname "Honoka".] What can I say, I love the feeling of solving a good mystery. Besides, I was just dying to see the two of you again. Now, on to the important stuff. I do have official connections, so with a name we can get going with a full-scale investigation if needed.

*Tatsuya grins at Sayaka happily* Nah finding her is easy, gimme a few days to look through phone books and the internet bam done. If that doesn't work I can just break into the school and steal the dammed records. *He laughs and stows his false badge* Me a cop? Hah yeah right. I couldn't care less about laws an shit! In the end finding things is a good part of what I usually do... One high school girl who's name I know? *Tatsu smirks smugly and places his hands in pockets thinking about a certain actual detective* No I definitely wouldn't need to call Raidou for this or anything, it's a freaking milk run really! *The man turns to Hazama and replies in an equally condescending tone* Ah so now you aren't quite as strong eh? How's that feel... Heh, pretty good I bet, not having to deal with him calling the shots. *Tatsuya absently pulls his right hand out holding a lighter and flicking it* Still though, gotta be a real drag losing all that strength yeah Haz? *He shrugs and looks at Hazama from behind the flame grinning at the green haired man* But hey doubt we need all that, little bit a street work. Maybe some light crime, should get the job done well enough me thinks. Anyway I guess ya can come along... But I'm watching you Hazama. *He stows the lighter and casually walks over to his bike, sitting down on it and looking at the two for a moment* Anyways last thoughts before I go?

[Hazama waves him off, and slashes a hole in the wall he'd been standing next to.] Sure I lost quite a bit of power, but in truth I like being my own individual. It was worth the loss in strength if you ask me. Anyway, do whatever you want. If we run into each other during our search efforts then maybe we can consider working together. [With that he steps through the rift, and it closes behind him shortly after.]

Seeing you again is truly a blessing from the 7 dieties, Captain Hazama! ...Where do you all get these fake badges? I bet if Onii-chan weren't working, he would make one for me... *Sayaka looked a little reminiscent before looking up again* I'll try to ask around about Aizawa-san, see if I can pinpoint her home or the places she frequents. I'm going to sell this information to the police and continue my investigation. I will look forward to seeing what you dig up, Brother Tatsuya! Don't forget, I'm an Adachi. If it's illegal, I'm good at it. *Looks at Hazama, blinking* ...You have the capability to do that? Well, hah, of course you do, oh captain my captain! I will let you decide when to launch the mass investigation. And do let me know if I can help in any way with that as well. Until we meet again! May the 7 dieties be with you! *She salutes in a very anime military salute pose as Hazama leaves*

... *he sighs and stares at her for a moment* You do know he's a threat to us right? Literally lives for the suffering of others? Hazama isn't quite what he sometimes acts like... Geez you've missed a lot haven't ya partner? Well anyways keep looking when you can, I'm too frigging tired to ta explain everything about Haz but quick sum up he was responsible for making yet another God that wants to murder us all. And with that my friend, I'm taking my leave. *He waves at her as the engine of his bike roars to life speeding off into the early morning darkness*