OBS Chapter 193 The Disappearance Case (4)
Chapter 193 The Disappearance Case (4)
Chapter 193 The Disappearance Case (4)
While I was conducting an on-site investigation, I suddenly received a message on my smartwatch.
[Tribe]: Sir, the information you requested has been prepared.
I opened the message and saw its source.
'It's the perfect time.'
Aside from some claw marks and saliva on the ground, I found no further clues about the scene. These were insufficient to determine the type of enemy.
If I had enough information, I could analyze what kind of demon this is. But unfortunately, there's no time to do that now.
However, we can cooperate with the local security authorities, and I have already informed Emilia. They will investigate the scene according to Emilia's instructions.
I decided to go to a nearby coffee shop, where I could sort out my thoughts and also check out the information on the [Blog]. Stepping into the coffee shop, the fresh aroma of coffee that wafted towards me temporarily relaxed me and eased the tense atmosphere of the night.
I chose a quiet corner to sit down, my smartwatch casting a soft glow on the table, and began reading the documents.
In a quiet corner of the coffee shop, the surrounding noise was irrelevant to me; I was completely immersed in the materials provided by [Blog]. The glow of my smartwatch shimmered softly on the table, creating a small, intimate space.
The document details a series of recent disappearances in Siuks, revealing patterns, locations, and possible suspects.
The report presents a stark narrative, and as I perused the documents, specific details gradually emerged:
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
List of missing persons:
米丽
Occupation: Employee
Last location: Maple Street
Last time of appearance: 7:45 PM
Last occurrence date: November 8, 2035
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
Daniel Johnson
Occupation: Shop assistant
Last known location: Riverside Park
Last time of appearance: 8:20 PM
Last occurrence date: November 9, 2035
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
Olivia Harris
Occupation: Waiter/Waitress
Last known location: Old Library on Elm Avenue
Last time of appearance: 6:55 PM
Last occurrence date: November 9, 2035
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
Benjamin Rodriguez
Occupation: Security Guard
Last known location: Oak Street Coal Mine
Last time of appearance: 9:10 PM
Last occurrence date: November 10, 2035
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
Sofia Carter
Occupation: Researcher
Last known location: Back alley of the arcade on Birch Street
Last time of appearance: 8:30 PM
Last occurrence date: November 14, 2035
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Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
Remarks:
Serial numbers 002 to 011 represent newly added missing persons.
Each missing person case includes a detailed list of the victim's occupation, last known location, time, and date, in order to provide a comprehensive understanding of the incident.
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
Looking at the list in front of me, I realized that there were already 11 missing persons cases.
'This number is too large, how could this happen?'
For a small city, so many missing persons cases are indeed shocking.
Is no one in charge locally? Or is this the norm?
Although I am not familiar with Sius, the situation before me made me realize that this case was very serious.
"call."
I let out a soft breath.
One problem with living in these places is that most people view them as rural areas, and officials tend to assume that nothing serious is happening and become complacent.
"But it is precisely because of this that I was able to obtain these documents."
Obtaining information from the Arcadia City Security Bureau would be much more difficult and time-consuming, which is advantageous to me.
'Alright, let's begin.'
I continued to delve deeper into the documents and began analyzing these cases.
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
Occupational diversity:
The victims came from diverse professions, including office workers, shop assistants, waiters, security guards, and researchers. No obvious connection could be found through their occupations.
My initial assumption was that these events were the work of demons, and that such low-level demons wouldn't specifically target a particular profession, so this made perfect sense.
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
Common locations:
The victims were last seen in various locations, ranging from warehouses to parks, libraries, and factories, with no obvious location of the attack.
There is no clear pattern, which means that demons could appear anywhere in the city.
'However, it must have a hiding place. But how can I tell?'
Will it be in the city center? An abandoned factory, a house? Or somewhere else?
It's difficult to spot obvious patterns just by observing. If they are concentrated in a certain area of the city, it might be easier to find clues.
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
Time difference:
This part is not of much value. The last known time of the victim's appearance is usually reported by witnesses, so there may be errors. However, based solely on the time of disappearance, the demon was likely active at night.
'A demon active at night.'
Contrary to popular belief, demons are not so much nocturnal creatures. Most demons prefer to be active during the day, but some do lurk at night.
'The Mist Ghost is a case in point.'
While this information helps narrow down the range of demon types, it is not enough to determine which specific demon it is.
Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.
Last occurrence date:
失踪案件的最后发生日期从2035年11月8日到11月14日，这些案件都是最近发生，而之前的失踪案发生在一个月前。
In other words, the demons will become active around November 8th.
So, what caused this? Did it come from outside, or has it always been in this city?
The frequency of missing persons cases has increased based on the dates. Do these dates directly represent the dates of the disappearances?
Given that most of the missing persons have regular jobs and did not clock in the next day, I speculate that these people were reported missing only after they had already disappeared.
The increase in missing persons cases suggests that either the demon has become more comfortable in the city over time, or it needs to appear more frequently.
The latter is more likely.
Everyone has a biological clock, and demons are no exception. If a demon needs to capture more targets, it will adapt and adjust its behavior to avoid being exposed too much.
'Regardless, I need more details to find out the devil's motives.'
I fell into deep thought and decided to ask the [tribe] for more detailed information again.
[Shadowmoon-1]: I have a crucial task for you to complete. I need detailed information about each victim in the disappearance of Sius, including background, habits, connections, and any clues that might reveal patterns or motives in the cases.
[Tribe]: Understood, sir. We'll prepare immediately. The data is expected to be ready soon.
【Shadowmoon-1】: To ensure thorough investigation, I need every possible detail.
[Blog]: Leave it to us. Once we have all the information, we will contact you as soon as possible. It won't take too long.
My mind is full of ideas right now, and after taking a short break, I've decided to keep going.
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After paying for my coffee, I slowly left the coffee shop.
The cold air outside hit me, making me more alert and reminding me to quicken my pace.
It was getting late; at this hour, most people had gone home.
Given that I intend to speak with the town's residents to obtain more information, I must try to avoid arousing their suspicion.
'It's better than doing nothing.'
Even if I can't talk to people directly, I can check the last places where missing persons were last seen and try to find some clues.
I opened the map on my smartwatch and started heading to the location where I went missing.
The city atmosphere is completely different at night, with the streetlights casting long shadows on the deserted streets.
As I walked through quiet alleyways and dimly lit streets, I felt a stark contrast between the city's surface tranquility and the tense atmosphere brought about by the missing persons cases.
Whoosh!
I immediately activated my ability, blended into the shadows, and moved silently across the rooftop. The first location was reached quickly.
The first location is Maple Street, which is where Millie was last seen. She was seen entering the area, and then there was no further information about her leaving.
The streets here are long, and she may have entered many different places. But if this is truly related to a night demon, then it might be interfering with people's senses.
So I walked cautiously through the streets.
As I walked along the desolate street, my eyes caught a faint glimmer on a wall.
Upon closer inspection, claw marks were found carved into the brick wall.
'this……'
I closed my eyes and compared these small incisions with the marks I had seen before.
They match.
After carefully examining the marks on the wall, I noticed differences between these claw marks and previous ones. The width of the claws matched, indicating a similar origin, but their depth differed significantly.
“These marks aren’t that deep,” I murmured to myself, gently running my finger along the grooves in the brick wall.
'And there were signs of a struggle.'
Considering that Millie is an employee, it's impossible for her to fight such a powerful demon.
This further demonstrates that it was not at its peak during this event.
I suddenly realized that demons, like all living beings, can increase in power. If this night demon was weaker when Millie was kidnapped, it would explain the shallower claw marks and the possibility that she had fought with another demon.
My brain raced, trying to piece together the puzzle. The surge in demonic power seemed to be key; if I could understand the patterns in these surges, it might provide clues to tracking down and fighting it.
'I can check this from another location.'
Because this happened a long time ago, traces like saliva are no longer visible.
Realizing the information gathered from the location where Millie was last seen, I decided to head to the next destination on the list. The increase in demonic power might reveal its weakness.
After leaving Maple Street, I walked through the quiet city towards Riverside Park, the last known location of the next missing person. Shop clerk Daniel Johnson was last seen there. As I approached the park, the atmosphere grew increasingly eerie, a stark contrast to the daytime tranquility.
I quickly climbed onto the roof and used my Shadow ability to silently traverse the terrain, avoiding any attention. The riverside park was large, with many potential hiding places.
As I moved across the rooftops, my eyes scanned the surroundings, searching for anything unusual. The moonlight cast an eerie glow over the park, emphasizing its emptiness and silence. I remained highly alert, ready to react at any moment.
Shortly after, I noticed a faint glint in a tree. I carefully descended and examined the trunk, discovering several claw marks. Unlike the previous marks, these appeared deeper, indicating that the demon had become more powerful.
Therefore, the demon's power increased after the first time.
This could be related to the location, or it could be that the demon has become stronger over time.
'but……'
Although I didn't want to think this way, an ominous conclusion couldn't help but surface in my mind.
Ding! Just then, I heard my watch chime.
[Tribe]: Sir, the information you requested has been prepared.
Ring ring ring!
At the same time, the phone rang.
[Caller: Senior Emilia]