The Saddle still had many more secrets to reveal.

Kaito's eyes lit up. "That would be great, thank you," he said.

But little did Kaito know, that his investigation on Shimizuan would only be a starting point, a door that would lead him to unravel mysteries and conspiracies that had been hidden for years, involving the highest echelons of power, and some of the most influential people in the world.

Shimizuan, the warden explained, had been founded by a group of visionary reformers who believed that traditional prisons were failing to rehabilitate inmates. They had designed the facility to be a therapeutic community, where prisoners could learn to take responsibility for their actions and become productive members of society.

As the tour came to an end, Kaito turned to the warden with a thoughtful expression. "I have to say, I'm impressed," he said. "I've never seen anything like this before."

"I'm here to visit the prison," Kaito replied, flashing his press credentials. "I've heard a lot about Shimizuan and I'd like to see it for myself."