My name is Edward Harris. I'm a 16-year-old high school student, unmarried, currently living at The Bennett Detective Agency in Ogawa-cho, Edo River Ward, Academy City, New Tokyo. After school, I work as a member of the disciplinary committee in Academy City, assisting the city's security officers in apprehending lawbreakers. I usually can't head home until after 8 PM.

Once I get back, I spend an hour doing a two-finger handstand as part of my workout. Before bed, I like to sample different brands of canned coffee—just enough to appreciate the subtle differences between them. It's similar to how I reflect on the various criminals I've managed to take down.

I make sure to go to sleep by 11 PM sharp.
Everyone says my routine is very regular and healthy.

But, it’s a little embarrassing to admit…
Lately, it feels like…
something strange has started to appear in my mind…