Then, Takao Haruki proved with his actions that his guess was correct.
The dialog box flickered a few times, another line of text appeared.
[Don't worry, I'll handle the welcome ceremony myself.]
The bold text was positioned right in the center of the dialog box, creating a stunning and shocking visual effect.
It's impossible to pretend not to see it!
Gin: ……
Fine, I know you're about to cause trouble again.
I might as well light a candle for Kindaichi first.
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Author's Note: Thank you to the Little Angels who gave me overwhelming votes or poured Nutrient solution between 2020-05-27 17:54:45 and 2020-05-27 20:50:26~
Little Angels who threw mines: Jiye Qianchen (1);
Thank you all so much for your support, I will continue to work hard!
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(1) In the original plot, Haibara Ai has always cared quite a bit about her past, this plot is intended to allow her to face her past openly, because everything has already received a universal judgment, from now on, it will be a new life.
Of course, even if there were a Trial, the Miyano sisters might not face any issues. Haibara Ai was already a very talented Scientist, there was also the Witness Protection Program (though she had refused it before). Given her value, she would certainly be treated leniently.
Gin knew this as well, but there was no need to say it out loud.
It was mainly because the two of them could not get over this hurdle themselves; their desire to take the initiative to seek a trial was also a wish to say goodbye to everything in the past and start life anew.
Chapter 235: Chapter 214 If I Let Eri Kudo Go for Ver..
Takao Haruki successfully announced his return through a murder, instantly drawing Kinda Ichichi's attention. The speed and efficiency were so great that there was simply no room for Gin to intervene!
Upon hearing this news, Gin paused, thinking that this was not bad.. not bad at all.
She didn't need to make any demands at all! While Kinda Ichichi and Takao Haruki were bickering, Nana had more than enough time to concoct a nearly perfect story.
If Luck is on his side, the battle between these two might even continue until he leaves Japan.. No matter how he thinks about it, it feels like a real bargain!
Gin thought with a pleasant mood, then began to ponder about Vermouth.
Vodka has already gathered a collection of backgrounds on several well-known lawyers, including both veteran defense attorneys and those who once worked for the Black Organization. In his heart, Gin prefers to choose the latter; after all, it would be much more convenient to "communicate" with them, if all else fails, he holds their secrets in his hands, making it much safer to use them.
Of course, conducting "communication" with his current identity.. it wouldn't be ideal if the other party recklessly publicized it. Although Gin does not fear challenges, he also does not want to cause trouble temporarily.
So.. who should I send??
Before Gin could even come up with an answer, he received a call from Nana.
Um.. Zhenjun, so, it seems like Edogawa-kun has been partnering with Kindaichi-kun lately.
The female voice on the other end of the phone was filled with helplessness.
Gin expressed that he also felt a sense of helplessness.
..
When Nana said Edogawa-kun, he was naturally referring to Kudo Shinichi.
Kudo Shinichi, who had already returned to his appearance as a high schooler.
Kudo Shinichi, who had returned to his high schooler appearance, was out investigating a case, so Edogawa Conan, who had been staying at the Mori Detective Agency, naturally had to go home as well. On the day of their parting, Mori Ran held Conan tightly, reluctant to let him go, carefully instructed him on his daily routine and diet. His bright eyes were shrouded in tears, hazy and misty, as if the tears welling in his eyes would fall at any moment. Even Mori Kogoro, who usually acted as if he couldn't stand Conan, became uncharacteristically sentimental.
Hey, you brat." Mori Kogoro spoke up awkwardly, looking impatient. "Don't forget to come back and visit when you have time!
"Hai!" Conan scratched his hair and agreed.. even though it was an impossible promise.
Several little brats from the Detective Boys also crowded around Conan. Two boys took out their beloved snacks and toys to stuff into Conan's hands, while Yoshida Ayumi wailed loudly, his tears flowing uncontrollably.
Haibara Ai is leaving! Conan-kun is leaving too.. Waaaaah..
The little boy wiped away his tears while crying uncontrollably.
When Haibara Ai was "taken away," Ayumi had already cried once. The little boy held his good friend and sobbed loudly, tears wetting Haibara Ai's collar. However, the composed Haibara Ai felt no disgust; instead, her features softened as she patted Ayumi's back repeatedly, comforting the little boy.
However, even though he had already experienced one separation, Ayumi was still very sad this time.
Children at such a young age do not understand the meaning of life and death, yet in their subconscious, they already vaguely understand that once they leave, they might not see each other again for a very long time.
Conan, who had originally been indifferent to "parting" and even felt a hint of excitement in his heart, was infected by the atmosphere and could not help but feel sorrowful. He reached out to pat the shoulders of the little ones and handed a handkerchief to Ayumi.
As Kudo Shinichi, he could naturally face his childhood friend Mori Ran, but as for these little ones.. he feared he wouldn't be as close as he was during his time as Conan.
Although the childish innocence of these children occasionally left Conan, with his adult mind, feeling helpless, there was still a sense of reluctance to part ways after traveling together for so long.
Regardless, Kudo Shinichi had finally returned.
After receiving Ran's surprise, Sonoko's complaints, the knowing gazes of those in the know, he returned to the high school campus once again.
He also received a large amount of homework and the assignments he was required to make up.
So, even if you claim to be the Sherlock Holmes of Japan's Heisei Era, having assisted the Police in catching batch after batch of Victims, once your Teacher lets out a roar, you still have to obediently make up your Homework, don't you?
Of course, Kudo Shinichi wouldn't be sitting idle.
Setting aside the Black Organization that he worries about, even his own sense of justice (and the inexplicable Shinigami System) "urges" him to serve the people at all times and work hard to solve murder cases.
Gin.. I don't know if he's just bored or what.
And so, the matter caused by Takao Haruki naturally caught the attention of Kudo Shinichi.
Meanwhile, on another front.
The intersection between Edogawa Conan and Kindaichi dates back a long time. However, the meeting that left a deep impression on them was none other than the sensational Seven Deadly Sins Case from a while ago.
Of course, the Seven Deadly Sins Case only made Kinda Ichichi remember the extraordinary Edogawa Conan, but as for Kudo Shinichi.. ahem.
It was also impossible for Kudo to expose his identity or proactively reveal the Truth!
However, Kudo Shinichi's impression of Kinda Ichichi was quite profound.
Kinda Kosuke is famous and is an idol in the hearts of young detectives, Kudo Shinichi is no exception. As the grandson of Kinda Kosuke, Kindaichi has also been attributed many halos out of nowhere.
Fortunately, Kinda Ichichi was intelligent and possessed powerful insight, so he did not bring shame to the title of Detective.
Compared to Kudo Shinichi, Kindaichi became famous much earlier. Being a "second-generation detective," he naturally made Kudo Shinichi feel interested in him—or perhaps, it was a sense of competitiveness.
However, compared to Kudo, who intends to make being a detective his main profession, Kindaichi prefers to treat solving cases as an amateur pursuit; he is already working in the Planning Department of the Business Operations Division at Otowa Black Public Relations, his future is bright.
Of course, even if some people treat being a detective as a part-time job, they can still leave a whole bunch of professional detectives far behind.
He was born with extraordinary talent; there was no helping it.
Of course, although Kinda Ichichi worked as an amateur detective, he still worried about the Police Station. So, when an old friend from the Police Station called him, he went over, feeling it was his responsibility.
.. He wished he had never gone.
After Takao Haruki issued an Invitation, Kinda Ichichi naturally accepted this "challenge." He did not want more people to lose their lives, so the best way was to capture Takao Haruki as soon as possible.
Then, he encountered a certain high school detective who had rushed over after skipping class.
Kinda Ichichi??
Kinda Ichichi: This guy.. looks somewhat familiar?
..
The scene was so spectacular that even Nana, who was present, could only press his forehead in helplessness.
Setting aside the chaos for a moment, the combination of Takao Haruki and Kinda Ichichi had already made the crime scene exciting enough, then Kudo Shinichi arrived from a neighboring film set for a cameo appearance at some unknown time..
By the way, do all you people with "ichi" in your names (not really) have a grudge against the crime scene!
The crime scene was quite extravagant, the murder case was staged with immense imagination. Just how extreme was it?
Anyway, having been involved in solving murder cases for several years and having experienced many murder cases, Nana felt his stomach churn.
It's just like you! Hell Puppeteer [deadpan. jpg]
Emotionally wounded, Nani vividly recounted the entire process of the Case over the phone, her description so attentive and her wording so precise that it profoundly reflected her turbulent state of mind at the time.
Gin was speechless regarding this, took the opportunity to offer some sympathy to the victim.
Besides that, he was also very interested in the outcome of Takao Haruki's crime this time, waiting for news from the Hell Puppeteer with a mood similar to schadenfreude.
Whether Takao Haruki capsized in a ditch or not, Gin would be delighted by either outcome.
If Takao failed, he would have another reason to mock him; if Takao did not fail, it would naturally pique the competitive spirit of the Shinigami Elementary Student (strike that)—he is a Shinigami High Schooler now—and their future confrontations would surely be spectacular.
“That guy named Kudo Shinichi isn't bad at all.” Takao Haruki was not stingy with his praise, it was just—
But Detective Little Brother is still more interesting.
Gin: ".. Okay."
As long as you're happy.
Takao Haruki was indeed very happy; Takao Haruki was full of enthusiasm, Takao Haruki felt that he was back on his feet!
Japan is indeed interesting after all," he said with a smile, his elegant face clearly carrying a hint of madness. "Thank you, Gin.
You're welcome," Gin said indifferently. "Have fun.
However, the man on the other side of the screen let out a soft sigh.
It's just a pity that this 'Game' ended so abruptly; I'm still a bit Unwilling," Hell Puppeteer shook his head. "However, there seem to be more and more interesting Detectives, yet there are hardly any interesting colleagues.. Tsk.
Gin remained unmoved by his suggestive expression.
Although he wasn't exactly a good man himself, there were differences between criminals! The difference in their criminal Style was like a vast chasm. Gin was not incapable of designing traps to kill, but he preferred direct combat, then destroying the evidence.
Someone once commented that her personality possessed a hint of dramatic madness, which speaks volumes.
But, looking at it from another angle, a Great Detective and a criminal are actually quite similar," Takao Haruki mused. "I once said that if you think about it in terms of 'modus operandi,' there is actually no difference between a criminal and a detective (1).. Speaking of which..
The expression on his face gradually became dangerous.
Gin blinked his eyes.
Don't misunderstand, Gin is not so worried about the slightly eerie atmosphere at this moment; after all, no matter how much Takao Haruki has "dangerous ideas," they won't harm him.