They're a way in. Ultimately, those who hold power are the ideal ally in this situation. Working our way up, forging connections to that source with these nobodies, is mandatory.

[Kazuya's intelligent and resourceful enough to understand why. The man's a resource too. Nothing more.

With the dog on its divine rat munching mission, Akechi uses the flashlight on his phone to look under the large can - one rat remains, terrified and pressed into a corner. What a shame. He assumes the dog will get it.]

If I may - what's your plan, Kazuya? For this place, this reality, this world - what's your end goal?