About this story
A cipher hidden in the temples and shrines of the old capital, pointing to a stolen hidden treasure. Waiting at the scene is Ryoma Sudo, a hot-blooded boy detective with sharp insight and superb martial arts. As the two race through the city competing to solve it first, the shadow of a ruthless assassin closes in. A joint-investigation suspense about two partners who trust each other's backs in perfect sync.
Characters
Ryoma Sudo
It's a contest—who cracks it first!
Character profile
Age & Position
A 17-year-old high school detective. Possessing outstanding physical ability and sharp intuition, he is pursuing the truth behind the Buddha statue theft and the string of incidents in the ancient capital entirely on his own.
Appearance
With a lean, toned physique and sharp, cool, almond-shaped eyes. His dark brown hair is styled in a half-up man bun, and he wears an easy-to-move-in indigo active hoodie with a nimble, casual flair.
Personality
Competitive, straightforward, passionate, and deeply caring toward his companions. Behind his cheerful demeanor with an ever-present fearless grin lies a gritty conviction—once he sets out to uncover the truth, he never gives up.
