Case File: Shadow Assassins, 1925
It was one of the darkest mysteries in intelligence history.
In the year 1925, an unknown organization began a global wave of terror—coordinated bombings across the United States, Japan, and several other countries. Their demand was audacious: one billion dollars and lifetime immunity with full benefits for every single member of their group.
The U.S. Intelligence Agency assigned the case to a top-tier officer, Tim David, age 35. The case was labeled The Shadow Assassins Case.
On February 6th, 1932, the U.S. Intelligence Agency officially declared that all members of the Shadow Assassins had been eliminated. The organization, they claimed, was permanently destroyed. Furthermore, all evidence and any known information related to the case had been eradicated for "security reasons"—to ensure that no similar organization could ever rise again.
U.S. Intelligence Agency
Case Solved – 1932
All evidence and details destroyed for national security
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Japan Intelligence Agency – Research Office
"Chief, I found this file among archived cases… It's the Shadow Assassins Case from 1925. But here's what I don't understand—if the U.S. solved this case in 1932, why is this file sitting here in our office?"
The chief looked up from his desk, meeting Aspect's eyes with a hint of something unspoken.
"So, you read the file?"
"Yes, Chief. Every page."
"Then there's no need to ask."
He sighed, leaned back, and folded his hands.
"After solving the case in 1932, the U.S. Intelligence Agency distributed one copy of the file to every allied intelligence agency. Japan was one of them. That's why the file is here."
"I came to ask… do you know anything about what kind of organization the Shadow Assassins really were?"
The chief's expression hardened.
"Aspect… that name—Shadow Assassins—wasn't even their real name. In truth, we know absolutely nothing about them. Zero. That's why the U.S. destroyed the files. They didn't want any trace left behind."
"So you're saying… the U.S. never told you anything?"
"That's exactly what I'm saying. And if you read the case file, you know why."
"Yes," Aspect replied. "It says that all evidence and intel was destroyed for security reasons—to prevent a similar organization from ever being formed again."
The Chief nodded slowly.
"And yet… it felt wrong to everyone. Japan, and every other allied agency, found the U.S.'s actions suspicious. They asked questions. The U.S. replied: 'This is for everyone's safety. It's better if this dangerous organization's name is never spoken again.'"
"So what happened after that?"
"Between 1932 and 1938, when no attacks occurred, the world started to believe them. People thought maybe the U.S. was telling the truth. And then…"
"World War II," Aspect whispered.
"Yes. It broke out in 1939 and lasted until 1945. The world changed. Countries turned against each other—Japan, Germany, Italy, the U.S., the U.K., France… everyone was at war. The Shadow Assassins were forgotten. No one spoke of them again."
"But Chief… don't you think the U.S. is still hiding something?"
The Chief looked at him intently.
"You're not the only one who thought that. Back then, the world's greatest detective believed the same."
"Who?"
"Edward Cullen, code name: Abyss. He solved 156 high-profile cases. He was only 21 at the time. Brilliant beyond his years."
"Did Abyss uncover anything?"
"He was close… but before he could finish, he died in a car crash in 1948."
There was a moment of silence.
"His death was a huge loss. Japan's Intelligence Agency never truly recovered."
"Chief… how do you know all this?"
"My father told me. He served as the Chief Secretary of this agency before me. He swore me to secrecy. But I'm telling you now, Aspect—because I believe you may succeed where Abyss could not."
"What about the officer who solved the original case—Tim David?"
"He died in 1986 from cardiac arrest. But…" The Chief leaned in. "His son lives here. In Osaka."
"Osaka?"
"Yes. He left the U.S. and settled here. His name is David Waise, age 45. You might want to talk to him. Maybe he knows something. Or maybe not. After all, the case was 'solved' decades ago."
Aspect stood up, determination burning in his eyes.
"I'll be leaving for Osaka tomorrow morning."
"Good. Find the truth."
"Goodbye,
Chief."
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Name: David Waise.
Age: 45
Son of the late U.S. Intelligence Officer Tim David.