SPY x FAMILY (SPY×FAMILY)

It was announced that on the 13th, the virtuoso of the opera world, Jonas Wellman,

will be visiting Westalis for a cultural exchange event between the East and West.

He is extremely popular in Westalis,

so there is great hope that this will be a great step

in the right direction for East-West relations,

and they call him the Herald of the Thaw.

Though Mr. Wellman is married, he's had illicit affairs with several people!

He's been leaking intel to a lover from the West!

It's said that he secretly has ties with the mafia!

Under the guise of promoting East-West relations,

he's been applying pressure to his rivals!

According to Mistress A, Mr. Wellman has made statements like,

He's apparently said some discriminatory things about disabled veterans, as well.

"I'm glad to be able to perform in Westalis.

He's made countless threats toward newer singers.

The lowbrow Ostanian apes lack any culture and aren't fit to listen to my songs."

Along with demands for massive compensation, government personnel have stated

Apparently, he is concerned about his popularity slipping there.

that he "couldn't care less about peace."

Are what the articles say true, Mr. Wellman?

Many citizens are raising concerns.

Do you have any intention of withdrawing?

You filthy scoundrel!

There's no truth to any of this!

BEHIND THE SCANDAL

Just look at this scumbag!

"Herald of the Thaw," my ass!

How dare he threaten relations between the East and the West at a time like this?!

Do everything it takes to make sure these scandals don't reach the West.

Who cares about any of that?!

I don't want a scumbag like him setting foot in the West!

Man, the nerve of this guy! Seriously.

Do everything it takes.

Yes, ma'am...

How long have you been doing this job?

Huh? This is my second year...

Then why is this upsetting you so much?

Well, why wouldn't I be upset?

Both the East and West really stuck their necks out

to make this performance happen!

And now he's gone and ruined it.

Not that I had anything to do with any of it, but...

It's our job to make sure it doesn't get ruined.

The West is very excited for his visit.

Yes, I know that, but...

It's just...

Do you hate him that much?

Well, yeah!

Handler, did you even read this stuff?

All the people in the East basically consider this guy the enemy!

Exactly what percentage of the people are "all the people"?

How many in total?

Did you actually count how many?

Well...

Man, she's being really nitpicky about this.

All those cheap tabloids you've got there...

They're all right-leaning publishers that are puppets of the National Unity Party.

It's highly suspicious that their supposed sources are these lovers

and government figures.

So you're saying these articles are made up?

I'm not sure.

There might be those who wouldn't appreciate the East and West getting along,

and there might not be.

Talking to people around town...

That guy deserves to go to jail.

But my gut's telling me that this guy's definitely guilty...

He's absolutely disgusting.

What an awful man.

Don't use your utter lack of experience to decide anything.

If you're a true agent, you need to move objectively.

Don't forget that even the most trivial information can cost someone's life.

Speak of the devil, Handler.

A death threat?

Apparently, it was delivered to the opera house.

"Death to this scoundrel who sows discord between East and West!

I shall be justice's sword!"

Someone likes to talk big.

I-Is this for real?

That seems a bit...

The press is already making a big deal about this.

Thoroughly check police intel on this matter.

What? We're looking into this, too?

These are just pranks 90% of the time.

And if a war breaks out from that 10% chance,

you'd be satisfied with the moronic excuse of,

"We never thought it'd turn into this big of a deal"?

If we catch 'em, the East could be in our debt.

I'm going to the embassy to have them make the necessary changes for the event.

I have some other things I also need to take care of,

so I'm leaving the rest to you.

Good grief.

It's always difficult educating the newer agents.

I guess I've definitely gotten older if I'm thinking, "These kids nowadays..."

How many times do I have to tell you?

Don't think of everything as only black or white.

Don't try to make everything fit preconceived notions,

and don't try to rationalize it!

Is that brain of yours just for show?

This does take me back, though.

I guess I gently showed him the ropes back then, as well.

This is bad! Real bad!

I got the latest issue of The Vakana Weekly that comes out tomorrow...

and there's an article rebutting the scandals surrounding Wellman!

I know that.

I had a peek at the rough during the editing stage.

Look! One mistress after another is now saying what they said was a lie!

Apparently, they were all paid to say those things!

There's also leaked evidence of these dodgy dealings, too!

There are also rumors that someone really hawkish

and important was putting pressure on the other witnesses to say things and—

I just told you that I know.

And you won't believe this!

Apparently, Wellman is planning to perform at the East-West event with no compensation.

Man, what a great guy!

I totally knew something was off about this from the start.

There are many reporters lined up in front of the agency yet again today

wanting to hear the truth.

Though the cultural exchange event between the East and West is fast approaching,

Man!

These guys have some nerve bashing Mr. Wellman when they don't know a damn thing!

we have been unable to get more details from Mr. Wellman...

What was that for?!

Well, at least we probably won't have to worry about the death threat anymore.

No, anyone who'd send something like that

is only concerned with what they personally want to see.

This is not going to get through to them in the least.

So you're saying it's still possible that it might happen?

As you can see, amongst the people who have gathered here today,

there are also some protesters.

And, likely due to the death threat, ample security is seen all around the area.

Apologize! You won't get away with this!

Are you recording this news program?

But of course.

The guards are from Phalanx Security?

Indeed, they are.

Stop.

That security guard in the back.

He doesn't have a baton.

There should have been a requirement to be armed for this assignment.

It's strange that he'd be there at this hour on that patrol route.

Considering everything going on, maybe things just got a little confusing?

Also, why do you know their routes?

That agency is in District 4, right?

Yes, ma'am. The closest one to that location is Kebab.

Hello, this is Sunset Kebab on West Main.

"Delivery, delivery."

I need three hot kebabs and two mint chocolate kebabs.

He's nearby.

The male guard from P Company.

Approximately 180 centimeters tall with brown hair.

The one behind the payphone.

And hold the ketchup.

So just keep an eye on him and stand by.

Order received, ma'am.

We're heading down there, too.

Wait, seriously?

Maybe we should call Twilight...

I heard he keeled over in his own home recently.

Let's let him rest a while.

We got a notice from the police to stay put at the agency all day today.

What should we do about tonight's party?

It should be fine. We've got plenty of security.

Let's avoid the press by going out the back entrance.

R-Right...

Punishment... Punishment...

This is bad, this is bad. What should I do?

Kebab! Where's the recipient?

This is bad. Wellman left through the back exit.

The recipient's gonna make his move!

We'll be right there!

Stall Wellman and his party.

You got it!

Here you go, sir. The mint chocolate kebabs you ordered.

Huh? I-I didn't order that!

This guy's definitely up to something!

Hey! I just came to make your delivery! Take it!

He just said he didn't order that!

Get out of here!

Tch...

The police?

Do not get the way of justice!

Right, sure!

Yikes...

his jaw's definitely broken.

Oh, sorry! It was the building next door.

That's enough trouble from you!

The Ostanian performers will be departing for Westalis momentarily.

Now that he's been cleared of all scandals,

Mr. Wellman seemed to be in high spirits as he...

What's the matter, Secretary Sherwood?