# Silent Parade
## Part I: The Disappearance and the First Murder
- **The Vanishing of a Young Girl**
- A popular young girl disappears without a trace.
- Her skeletal remains are discovered three years later in the ashes of a burned-out house.
- Suspicion falls on a man with a history of being linked to similar crimes.
- **The Suspect’s History**
- The suspect was previously tried for the murder of another young girl nearly twenty years ago.
- He was released due to lack of concrete evidence.
- Chief Inspector Kusanagi worked both cases, haunted by their unresolved nature.
- **Mockery and Frustration**
- When not indicted this time, the suspect returns to taunt the victim's family.
- Public outrage grows as justice seems out of reach.
## Part II: The Street Festival and Unexpected Death
- **The Silent Parade**
- The neighborhood where the murdered girl lived is famous for its annual street festival.
- The parade features elaborate floats and entries from across Tokyo and Japan.
- Tensions run high during the event due to the unresolved murder case.
- **The Suspect Dies**
- During the parade, the suspected killer dies unexpectedly under suspicious circumstances.
- His death appears too convenient, raising questions about foul play.
- Key individuals with motives have seemingly unbreakable alibis.
- **Kusanagi’s Dilemma**
- Chief Inspector Kusanagi realizes that solving this new "impossible" crime requires special expertise.
- He turns to his old college friend, Physics professor Manabu Yukawa (Detective Galileo), for help.
## Part III: Detective Galileo Investigates
- **Yukawa’s Approach**
- Yukawa applies scientific reasoning and physics principles to analyze the crime scene.
- He examines inconsistencies in witness testimonies and physical evidence.
- **Unlocking Secrets**
- Yukawa uncovers hidden connections between past and present murders.
- He identifies overlooked details that point toward the true perpetrator(s).
- **Revisiting Old Cases**
- Yukawa revisits the earlier unsolved murder linked to the same suspect.
- Patterns emerge that tie together decades-old mysteries.
## Part IV: Revelation and Resolution
- **Breaking Alibis**
- Yukawa dismantles the rock-solid alibis using logical deductions and forensic insights.
- Hidden truths come to light, exposing those involved in the conspiracy.
- **The Mastermind Revealed**
- A shocking twist reveals the mastermind behind the murders and the staged death.
- Motives rooted in revenge, jealousy, or obsession are uncovered.
- **Justice Served**
- The real culprits are brought to justice, providing closure for the victims’ families.
- Kusanagi reflects on the complexity of human nature and the limits of traditional investigative methods.
## Epilogue: Reflections
- **Themes of Justice and Truth**
- The story underscores the importance of perseverance and collaboration in solving complex crimes.
- It highlights how science and logic can complement intuition in criminal investigations.
- **Legacy of Detective Galileo**
- Yukawa’s brilliance leaves a lasting impact on Kusanagi and the police force.
- The novel ends with hints at future challenges awaiting the duo.