Here, I must thank my mentor, Mr. Kindaichi; I must also thank Shimabukuro Kimie; and I suppose I should also begrudgingly thank Takao Haruki.. If it weren't for him constantly stirring up trouble whenever he was idle and always going against Kindaichi, I wouldn't have been able to act as a Bystander to watch the two of them battle.
Oh, right, there's also the Great Detective of Kanto, Kudo Shinichi, who is striving to become the Holmes of the Heisei Era—though, judging by the progress of some manga artist's pit-filling in a distant, different world, his dream will certainly never come true, but that doesn't matter.
Although the Kudo Shinichi of the 2D world might not become the Holmes of the Heisei Era, the Kudo Shinichi of the 3D world can become a Parliamentarian of the Reiwa Era!
Anyway, that's about it.
That's about it.. I should go get things ready.
Oh.. right, there is also one more person I must thank.
Zhenjun, thank you.
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January 8, 20xx, Weather: Sunny
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The weather is Sunny today, but my mood is terrible!
Could it be that karma really exists in this day and age? Otherwise, how could this situation have occurred—I only complained about Kudo Shinichi in my Diary yesterday, today he suddenly appeared right in front of me.
It was quite unexpected—or perhaps it should be said, quite expected—that he brought a murder case with him.
Kudo Shinichi, seriously, the nickname "Walking Shinigami" sounds cool, but it's really not a good descriptor. Can you tone it down a bit?
Fortunately, Kindaichi isn't here—it shouldn't turn into a serial murder case.. right?
It is not certain at all.
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January 9 [unknown], Weather: Light rain
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The case has finally ended, my emotions are somewhat complicated.
Actually, the difficulty of this murder case was not high; however, a vibrant life came to an abrupt end simply because of inexplicable jealousy, which is truly lamentable.
The Suspect was very beautiful, when she was finally exposed, she knelt on the ground wailing, describing her psychological journey in a state of collapse; however, what did the victim do wrong? Was it simply because she came from a good family, the boy the Killer had a crush on liked her?
Although the Criminal was beautiful in her tears and spoke of her unrequited longing with such sincerity, her pain seemed truly touching; however, what I thought of was the Victim's mother yesterday, who was so overcome with grief and tears that she had no dignity left.
In just a single day, she seemed to have grown much more haggard.
The Criminal was escorted away, the police car drove off with the sound of sirens, as everything finally settled.
The dead do not return.
It rained today; is Heaven mourning for the deceased girl?
However.. those who have died will truly never return.
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January 10 [unknown], Sunny
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Successfully received the commission fee.
I suddenly had the thought that I wanted to raise a pet.
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January 11 [unknown], Weather: Light rain
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I really want to keep a pet.. I really want to keep a pet.. I really want to keep a pet!
I want to say an important matter three times.
By the way, if you were to keep a pet, would a cat, a dog, or a rabbit be better?
Suddenly, I wanted the owl I once gave to Zhenjun.
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January 16 [unknown], Weather: Cloudy to Sunny
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I suddenly stopped writing in my diary for several days in a row, but there was actually a reason for it!
I went on a business trip for a few days recently; I went to Hokkaido.
For a freelancer like me, saying "business trip" doesn't seem quite right..
Then let me unashamedly tell everyone the Truth!
In recent days, I received an invitation from a certain television station to participate in an event—the kind where all travel and accommodation expenses are fully covered.
It feels pretty good.. but I always get the feeling that people are looking at me strangely. Why is that?
Even though I haven't written in my diary for a few days, I don't plan on making them up. It's already very late.. I'm going to sleep now!
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January 17, 20xx, Weather: Cloudy to Sunny
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Since I had nothing to do today, I went online to look for some new recipes, hoping to make a simple and delicious dish!
Given that my cooking skills are truly not high, I had better not challenge anything too difficult; trying to reach the heavens in a single leap makes it easy to fall. As for a person, it is best to keep one's feet firmly on the ground.
I will honestly start learning from the bottom, cherishing life and cherishing my taste buds.
In fact, many dishes are not difficult to make, but making them stand out is quite challenging. I know very well that I only have a few tricks up my sleeve, so I won't make things difficult for myself.
My target is just home-cooked food!
After all, my profession is Detective, not Chef.
But then again, Amuro-san is truly impressive in this regard.. the dishes he makes are not inferior to those of a professional chef in the slightest.
Although he does work part-time at the Cafe, isn't his main job [muffled]?
Zhenjun sometimes complains, wondering just how much he actually makes in a day.
I think Zhenjun makes a very good point.
Forget it, I'll stop talking and just cook for myself. I'm so hungry QAQ
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January 25, 20xx, Weather: Cloudy to clear
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I really feel like there is nothing to write about.
However, what strikes me as a bit strange is that I seem to have seen Akai today.
It's been so long since the matters involving the Black Organization ended; why haven't they returned to the USA yet? Are they really that idle?
While I was complaining at Poirot Cafe, Amuro-san happened to overhear me. Before I could even react, Amuro-san gave a very bright smile.
He handed me a Fruit salad, saying it was a free gift from the shop.
Me??
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February 1, 20xx, Weather: Light rain
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It's been several days since I last wrote in my Diary..
No, no! I must persist! I must stick with it!
But lately, there really hasn't been anything worth writing down in my Diary QAQ
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February 2, 20xx, Weather: Cloudy to clear
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It is said that today is a festival in China called 'Dragon Raising,' which seems to be their Spring Plowing Festival.
I'm a little curious.
I bought a Yogurt Mousse Cake that looked delicious while I was out Shopping, but I want to eat it yet am afraid of getting fat. But well, since today is a holiday, I'll have a cake to celebrate.
The sweet cake was blended with the unique texture of yogurt, the smooth taste of cream paired with a faint milky aroma, creating an almost perfect proportion.
The cake is so delicious..
I couldn't help but cast my gaze toward the counter, where a small, exquisite cheesecake shimmered with an enticing luster under the Light.
—I couldn't help but swallow my saliva.
Buy, buy, buy!
On the way back, I happened to run into Yaji, then the two of us shared the cake.
That's great, I was just worrying that I couldn't finish this much by myself!
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February 3, 20xx, Weather: Light rain
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After being given a brief explanation by one of Zhenjun's colleagues, I learned that February 2nd refers to the second day of the second lunar month in China, which is different from the Gregorian calendar.
Me??
Okay, regardless, thank her for me; she saved me from making an embarrassing scene.
Speaking of which, I haven't met her yet. It is said that she is a Senior who is incredibly, incredibly beautiful, a fact unanimously confirmed by Heine, Zhenjun, Sister, others.
Actually, I quite want to meet her, but she doesn't seem particularly eager for it.