Just after finishing the "work report" in front of Hosoi and others, Aoto was caught by Arima and taken to his office.
"Mr. Tachibana, I am very gratified to see you have undergone such a transformation in thought, recognizing the heavy responsibility on your shoulders and possessing such vigor!"
After pulling Aoto into his office, Arima immediately held Aoto's hands and genuinely praised and encouraged him with words of encouragement.
As Aoto's elder and superior, Arima was truly happy to see this younger subordinate finally become motivated.
Although Aoto's case resolution today was somewhat less than glorious, acting alone without notifying Nishino and appearing to be seizing credit.
But — who cares!
Though Arima's behavior and mannerisms are somewhat old-fashioned, his mind is not.
Between Nishino, who's not under his jurisdiction, and his own subordinate—who should he favor? Isn't it obvious?
