The remainder of the trip to Gifu passes without further incidents.

It 's not Shiki 's first time in Gifu. She 's taken missions here multiple times in the past before, after all. But even so, the city itself is still largely unfamiliar to her.

The Kobayashi brothers, on the other hand, seem to be very well-versed in navigating the city 's streets.

Kobayashi Tamotsu sets off at a brisk pace as soon as they arrive, confidently leading them into the city proper. It does not take long before their small group is standing in front of a nondescript building.

'Kon Shiu conducts most of his work from here. '

' The choice of location is interesting. Instead of being tucked away in some back-alley as one might imagine of an individual engaging in shady practices, Kon Shiu 's office appears to be located on an open street like any other regular business.

Which is quite sensible, if one takes a moment to stop and think about it.

Refuge in audacity.