I stole to my office before the cock crowed. I admit I missed being in uniform and much more my cigarettes. I take a long drag and close my eyes. No sleep but coming here was worth it. Something familiar and yet not too comfortable. For a moment I consider whether I should go back to the house, it’s not too far but my business requires me to be -here- and not take detours or at least minimize distractions.
Shindou comes in with a wry look on his face.
“Seriously Fujita-san, is it really okay for you to come back here?” He crosses his arms. “You know you could’ve been followed. There’s too much risk.”