Ichi Mezato, a second-year student in Class 2-1 at Salt Middle School, channels her sharp intuition and relentless drive as a News Club member, diving into investigations for the school newspaper with little regard for personal risk or social norms. Her determination surfaces prominently during the LOL cult incident, where she becomes entangled in a brainwashing plot masterminded by an evil spirit. Rescued by Shigeo Kageyama, she fixates on unraveling the mysteries of his psychic abilities, repeatedly pressing him for answers despite his reluctance. While her initial interest in Shigeo stems from journalistic ambition, their interactions gradually blend her investigative zeal with an undercurrent of genuine care. She remains a consistent presence in subsequent events, methodically observing and chronicling paranormal occurrences with impartiality. Her demeanor stays pragmatic—avoiding sentimentality or antagonism—as she prioritizes factual accuracy over personal bias. Over time, her dynamic with Shigeo shifts subtly from detached curiosity to a quiet, mutual reliance, though their bond remains unspoken. Recurring across multiple narratives, she operates at the intersection of mundane school life and the supernatural world encircling Shigeo, her probing nature frequently unveiling concealed realities that others overlook.