MC can't be bought with money... but he can be bribed with premium beef.
P.S. They affirmed their relationship after that hug, so it shouldn't have been so surprising when he blurted "girlfriend" while drunk, but I guess they are still on their way to that level.
Among the stories of this kind that I have been reading, this is probably the most edgy, or at least, has a similar level of darkness to Voice Phishing despite not having those kinds of situations so far. (c24)
I thought so, too, in the previous chapter. The older cop raising his voice was the start of the vague hint. The next chapter (this chapter) was already out, so I didn't bother typing my hunch, anymore. :3
Anyway, can't have external forces outperforming our mc's "Die Hard movie" role.
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I knew it. The police aren't all dumb. Even if it was a prank, they are obligated to check it ...