Police in a Pod Vol. 2 — Manga Raw / Buy Official

Under Fuji's guidance, Kawai slowly develops "a cop's eyes." Through domestic-violence calls and shoplifting cases, she learns that justice is rarely a simple choice between two options. It's hinted that the harshness behind Fuji's judgment of men stems from bitter past romances and investigations. Her connection with community officer Maki begins to move, thickening the station's web of relationships. In the finale, Kawai saves a citizen on her own judgment for the first time and earns Fuji's quiet respect. It's the turning point where she shifts from "rookie who wants to quit" to "a partner worth having."