Chapter 104: The Police Operation Begins

"I'll take you back first."

"The objective of coming out has been achieved, and it looks like the police have arrived."

Ren's eyes confirmed several new ships docking at the port. A large number of plainclothes officers were disembarking, among them Inspector Megure Juzo.

The police had entered Tsukikage Island, and the operation would begin soon.

Realizing this, Ren immediately grabbed the hands of the two girls and quickened his pace.

"The police will start verifying our location soon."

"A large number of officers will likely begin sweeping the entire island, with the hot spring hotel as their central base."

"There's no guarantee that everyone on the island will comply peacefully."

"We need to return quickly."

Understanding the urgency of the situation, both Ran and Sonoko followed his lead and sprinted toward the hotel.

Portside

Several police boats docked at the port, halting the usual registration process.

"P-Police?"

The staff at the port looked at the intimidating men in front of them. When they flashed their police badges, the workers became visibly unsettled.

"Silence."

"All work is to be suspended immediately. All registration staff, gather together."

The sudden order sent a wave of unease through the workers.

"Why?"

The moment the question left his mouth, two officers placed their hands on their holsters.

"Don't move!"

The officers swiftly drew their guns, aiming at the registration staff.

"Hands up! Or we'll shoot!"

The worker's face turned pale, and he quickly raised both hands.

"O-Officer, I'm not a criminal!"

"Shut up. Stay quiet."

The surrounding officers exchanged silent signals, and soon, the entire Metropolitan Police force sprang into action.

Regardless of whether they were key personnel or not, the authorities knew that there had to be drug dealers among those managing the boarding gates. Securing the registration area was the first step.

"Check the entry logs for Tsukikage Island and verify the arrivals."

Once the registration gate was fully secured, Megure Juzo immediately began issuing orders.

"Make sure no one escapes."

"Detain all registration staff and confiscate all communication devices."

The well-trained officers quickly locked down the area.

Every registration worker, regardless of their role was detained for questioning.

The situation with the drug dealers remained uncertain.

The Metropolitan Police needed to take control before the criminals had a chance to react.

As for the other civilians, a more thorough investigation would come later.

Strict control measures were necessary to prevent any desperate moves from the drug dealers.

The ordinary residents of Tsukikage Island also needed police protection.

However, more importantly, they had to ensure that no drug dealers targeted the influential young ladies who could affect the country's future economy.

"Inspector Megure, I've found the entry records and confirmed their locations."

Sato Miwako approached with a registration book.

Inside, it listed the arrivals of Shinomiya Kaguya and the others, along with their purpose of visit and temporary lodging.

After confirming the details, Megure let out a relieved sigh.

"Officer Sato, take a SWAT team to secure them immediately."

"Move quickly!"

"Understood!"

"SWAT team, follow me!"

More than a dozen heavily armed officers stepped forward.

They were clad in bulletproof vests, carrying riot shields, and had submachine guns slung across their backs.

Pistols were holstered at their waists, and even grenades were prepared as a precaution.

The SWAT team swiftly organized and followed Sato Miwako toward the hot spring hotel.

Meanwhile, Megure pulled out his radio and contacted his superior.

"Inspector Matsumoto, we have confirmed their locations."

"The SWAT team has been deployed to secure them."

"Excellent."

"Maintain control of Tsukikage Island. The Coast Guard will arrive soon as backup."

"Ensure civilian safety and prevent the drug dealers from catching wind of our operation."

"Understood!"

T/N: This chp is a little bit shorter because I removed some stuffs, dw I'll compensate with one extra chp.