Rowan Vale refuses to release company cash without his explicit signature and hands Luna Lin the original Japanese documents. He brings her to a hotel reception as his interpreter while keeping her under suspicion. Luna Lin overhears Gideon Shaw talking to a shipper about selling assets. She bluffs the demanding shipper to protect their shipment booking. A Japanese guest then arrives, recognizing Luna Lin as Kaito Mori's former translator, but Rowan Vale quickly redirects the conversation.
Gideon Shaw argues that company expenses need to be cleared during the ongoing inquiry. Rowan Vale refuses and stops all payments without his direct consent. He instructs Gideon Shaw to hand Luna Lin the Japanese files and tells Luna Lin she remains a suspect.
00:26: Bluffing the Shipper at the Reception
Luna Lin spots Gideon Shaw quietly discussing asset liquidation with a shipper at the hotel. When Rowan Vale and Luna Lin approach, the shipper questions their ability to fund the next cargo run. Luna Lin promises written proof by sunrise, and Rowan Vale confirms it.
00:52: A Familiar Face from the Past
A Japanese client approaches the group and greets Luna Lin. He mentions in Japanese that he remembers her translating for Mori. Luna Lin panics about her exposed history, but Rowan Vale steps in and shifts the conversation directly back to shipping logistics.
Key Lines from Episode 5
“Bring them to me. No more cash releases without my approval.”
“You'll have written confirmation tomorrow morning.”
“君、森のところで翻訳してただろう？覚えているよ。”
“Good. Let's talk about your cargo.”
How Episode 5 Ends
Luna Lin stands frozen after the Japanese guest mentions her past work for Kaito Mori in front of Rowan Vale. Rowan Vale swiftly cuts in to pivot the conversation back to cargo business, shielding her for now. Did Rowan Vale understand the guest's Japanese comment, and will he investigate Luna Lin's hidden ties to Mori?