Synopsis

Aoba awoke in Scratch’s hideout and was immediately subjected to a brutal beating at the behest of Mink’s men. As he fought to escape his captors, another facet of his personality briefly asserted itself, commanding the Scratch members to cease their assault before he lost consciousness. He regained awareness in a bedroom, Ren beside him with his bag. Mink, observing Aoba's recovery, revealed his knowledge of Aoba’s unique ability and offered assistance in locating Tae, contingent upon Aoba’s co