area51novel Chapter 106 Conan: Oh no, there's a cow!
Chapter 106 Conan: Oh no, there's a cow!
Chapter 106 Conan: Oh no, there's a cow!
The next day, the suicide of Maehara Tsuyoshi made it into a small section of the newspaper. After all, it was still a human life, and it was one of the few cases in Beika Town that was completely classified as a suicide.
Some cases that are classified as suicides without the involvement of renowned detectives often provoke public discontent, with people believing that this reflects a lack of competence on the part of the police.
Perhaps due to the prevalence of detective culture, although there aren't many people in Beika Town who can solve cases independently, there are always people who can find flaws in those so-called "suicide cases," but they can't find any in this case.
Akutagawa put the newspaper back on the shelf and stirred his coffee.
Of course, the main purpose of coming here today wasn't to have coffee, but because Nichiri TV had invited him to participate in a detective interview program, so they arranged to meet at this coffee shop.
Nichiri TV is a relatively well-known television station. Whether it's Japan in this world or fans of this anime, they are all very familiar with this station.
Yoko Okino and Rena Mizunashi both work at this TV station. The latter is affiliated with the CIA and is also an undercover agent in the Black Organization, codenamed "Kir." She belongs to the same action group as Gin.
Therefore, Akutagawa Hiko was quite interested in this detective interview program that wouldn't take up much of his time, since it only required one day.
Conan was in a very bad mood today because he suspected that someone he didn't know had put a green hat on his head, a symbol of forgiveness.
This morning, Conan noticed that Ran Mouri was all dressed up and about to go out, assuming she was going to see a movie.
Because Akutagawa Hiko said he had something to do today, it seemed like a good idea to go on a "date" with Ran during his rare holiday. However, he was told by Ran that he was going on a date with Shinichi Kudo.
Conan was overjoyed and promised not to tell Kogoro Mouri about her date with Shinichi Kudo.
Conan, resting his chin on his hand, watched Ran Mouri's departing figure with a broad smile: "Haha, Ran looks so beautiful!"
"You look so happy, so you're going on a date with me—"
At this moment, Conan suddenly realized what was happening.
Damn it, isn't he Shinichi Kudo?
Conan immediately became very alert and followed Ran Mouri to the coffee shop. He then forced himself to join the group under the pretext of wanting to see Shinichi's older brother.
Ran Mouri could only deny that she was going out to see Shinichi Kudo. Conan kept pressing her for details, but she wouldn't say more, only that she was going to see a very important person.
In order to get Conan to go back obediently, Ran Mouri decides to go out and buy a cake.
"Hmph, I'll use my insight and observation to find out about your so-called important person!"
Conan, filled with jealousy and brimming with fighting spirit, was suddenly doused with cold water by a familiar voice beside him, leaving him feeling chilled and even somewhat desperate.
"Conan, what are you doing here?"
Akutagawa Hiko was a little curious. Conan rarely acted alone; he was always surrounded by his elementary school friends or the Mori family.
Today, Conan wasn't wearing his usual blue suit, probably because it was getting warmer. He had changed into an outfit that looked somewhat like a waiter's uniform. It might look a bit like a corporate slave on an adult, but it would be perfect for a child.
Akutagawa Hiko didn't get a reply. Instead, he saw Conan's face, which looked like a spilled palette of colors. The phrase "a riot of colors of black" would be the perfect description.
Those eyes hidden behind the glasses were full of accusation: I treated you like a brother, and you actually did this! No wonder you said you were busy and not home when I went to train with you today. So you were trying to steal my boyfriend! Tell me, when did you start having this kind of thought?
Realizing that he had no advantage whatsoever except for having a childhood friend, Conan barely managed to pull himself out of his petrified state. Akutagawa Hiko, feeling somewhat unsure of this fake kid's thoughts, asked curiously, "What's wrong?"
Conan almost choked on his breath. You still have the nerve to ask what's wrong? "You guys... when did you start?"
Before he could finish speaking, Akutagawa Hiko turned his head and looked at a spot: "The person I arranged to meet has arrived. Don't wander off. I'll come back and talk to you later."
Conan followed Akutagawa Hikaru's gaze, and his brain, which had been clouded by a jar of vinegar, began to function again: "Miss Yoko?"
Akutagawa Hiko ignored the big-headed detective who seemed to be thinking about nothing, and quickly walked to the table where Okino Yoko was dressed so well that only a die-hard fan or someone with extremely keen observation skills would recognize her.
"Why did you come in person?"
That would be wonderful if it wasn't Akutagawa Hiko!
Conan breathed a heavy sigh of relief. He was actually a little nervous facing Akutagawa Hiko, who was such a cheat code, not because he was worried about Ran Mouri's feelings for him.
The problem is that he can't appear as Shinichi Kudo right now, while Hiko Akutagawa is undoubtedly very popular.
Conan shuddered, refusing to even consider the possibility that the other party might actually be interested in Ran Mouri and decide to take advantage of her vulnerability.
If it's not Akutagawa Hiko, who's a formidable enemy, then things are much easier. In terms of intelligence, wit, appearance, and personality, he's definitely no worse than anyone else.
Seeing that Akutagawa Hiko and Okino Yoko were having a pleasant conversation, after shaking hands and saying goodbye, he quickly ran to sit down opposite Akutagawa Hiko, explained Ran Mouri's unusual behavior today, and kept looking at Akutagawa Hiko with longing eyes.
Although Akutagawa Hiko hadn't been at the café for long, Conan had developed an almost blind trust in him and desperately wanted him to act as a cheat code to help him find that unknown rival.
Unexpectedly, Akutagawa Hiko wore a look of schadenfreude, firmly opposing Conan's overpowered behavior: "Don't you trust Ran's feelings for you? This won't do—"
Akutagawa knew that Ran Mouri was definitely not in love with someone else.
The "important person" she referred to was actually her mother, Eri Kisaki. Since Kogoro Mouri and Eri Kisaki separated ten years ago, he has rarely seen his biological mother.
She had been trying to reunite her separated but not divorced parents, but unfortunately, all her efforts had been largely unsuccessful.
In Ran Mouri's opinion, it is not appropriate for a child to know such things, and if Conan and Kogoro Mouri were to mention this matter, her plan would likely fail.
Therefore, Ran Mouri unusually kept it a secret.
Conan once again gave him an accusing look, but he knew very well how difficult it would be to change Akutagawa Hiko's mind. He could only honestly observe everyone around him and try to find that rival as soon as possible.
Meanwhile, Akutagawa Hiko was also looking around, for a murder was about to occur here—