“Perhaps it’s because you’ve been hoping I would drop by~” Catlad grinned, playfully, as he moved to follow after the other man, gaze continuously scanning the area as they walked. More out of habit than anything else. You never could be too careful, after all.
"I certainly hope this isn’t all just a trick to arrest me. Is it a trick, detective? Because if so, I might just have to pay you back later~”
"Please. Am I wearing my suit jacket at the moment?” He wasn’t. “I don’t have the handcuffs on me. You’re aware that I don’t officially work for the force. As a private detective, I keep my own hours. Right now is tea time, not catch the cat burglar time."
Hakuba shook his head as he lead the way down the large hallway, ignoring the paintings and other such rich nonsense as he did so. The large, pristine kitchen was just around the corner, past the front receiving area.
"Though, I’m curious: just what would you do if I were to try~?”