Ke Xue: The thief Cao is actually myself

Chapter 605: Affirmation from the Future Father-in-Law! (Monthly Ticket Request!)
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Conan's heart skipped a beat, as if a basin of cold water had been poured over him from head to toe. His nerves, which had just relaxed, instantly became tense again.

He secretly groaned, knowing that in his haste to get away with it, he had given too thorough and detailed answers, which were like a black spot on a white paper, particularly conspicuous. As a result, he backfired and gave Kogoro Mori a handle on him.

His brain was working rapidly, like an overloaded machine, desperately thinking of a countermeasure.

He knew very well that every sentence he said next would determine whether he could keep his secrets and ensure the safety of those around him.

After a brief panic, Conan quickly adjusted his state, and instantly put on an innocent and ignorant expression on his face. He raised his head, blinked his big watery eyes, and said with a look of grievance: "Uncle, it was really Shinichi who taught me. He knew that you would definitely ask a lot of questions, so he explained it to me carefully many times and told me to remember it clearly, otherwise there would be big trouble. I was afraid of saying the wrong thing and making you angry, so I recited it desperately, which may sound a little weird."

As Conan spoke, he prayed frantically in his heart that Mouri Kogoro would believe his carefully fabricated words. He was so nervous that he even slowed down his breathing unconsciously, for fear of disrupting the "innocent illusion" that he had created with great difficulty.

"is it?"

Kogoro Mouri stared at Conan closely, his sharp eyes scanning back and forth between his childish face and innocent eyes, not missing any slight changes in expression, trying to find a trace of disguise.

But what I saw before me was only an innocent little face full of grievance. In those clear eyes, apart from nervousness and innocence, there was no flaw at all.

However, although he did not find any definite suspiciousness in Conan, Kogoro Mouri always felt that there was something wrong with the little kid in front of him, maybe it was his illusion.

Especially when he recalled the other party's clear and logical expression and calm and steady attitude when answering the question just now, and then thought of some of his words and deeds that were beyond his age that he occasionally revealed in his daily life, this weird feeling became stronger and stronger, and Maori Kogoro became more and more convinced that Conan was not like a normal elementary school student. His every move and gesture hid the maturity and calmness that did not belong to his age.

Looking at Conan suspiciously again, Maori Kogoro frowned, and said slowly with a tentative tone: "Conan, tell me honestly, are you really just an ordinary elementary school student? Why do I feel that sometimes you are smarter than adults, and your ideas are too mature?"

Hearing this, Conan's pupils shrank suddenly, and his heart seemed to be grasped by an invisible big hand, but his face still maintained an innocent expression. He raised his hand and scratched his head, pretending to be confused and said: "Uncle, what are you talking about? I'm really just an ordinary elementary school student. Maybe it's because I often follow you to solve cases, and I have learned something unconsciously."

Maori Kogoro narrowed his eyes slightly, his face gloomy, obviously not completely satisfied with this answer. He crossed his arms, with a questioning tone, and asked again: "Oh? Really? Then tell me, why is it that every time you go to a crime scene, you always find some details that even an old detective like me would overlook? Also, why are your so-called 'hints from Shinichi brother' so timely every time, as if you knew what would happen in advance?"

Conan felt a chill on his back, and his clothes were instantly soaked with cold sweat.

He never imagined that just because of a slight mistake in his answer, his identity would be suspected and he would be in great danger of being exposed.

At this moment, Maori Kogoro has already begun to doubt his identity, and the situation is extremely urgent. He must race against time to find a flawless explanation at this critical moment, otherwise, once his identity is exposed, the consequences will be disastrous. At that time, he and the people he cherishes around him may be drawn into endless darkness, fall into an abyss of no return, and be completely swallowed up by danger.

After all, the personnel present were complex. In addition to Kogoro Mori, Ran Mori and their daughter, and a certain hateful guy who acted mysteriously, there were also outsiders such as Yukio Ayashiro, Yumi Horikoshi, and Atsushi Omura!

Although these people are Maori Kogoro's classmates, time has passed and they haven't seen each other for so many years, and their hearts have become unpredictable. No one knows what secrets and thoughts are hidden behind the kind smiles of these old classmates of a confused uncle.

No one knows whether there are hidden connections among these people that are closely connected with the terrifying black organization.

It would be fine if there weren't any, but if there were, who knows, as long as Conan made the slightest mistake, those ruthless guys in the Black Organization would swarm in and capture him and those around him.

Thinking of this, he lowered his head quickly, pretending to be aggrieved, and muttered softly: "Actually... Brother Xinyi sometimes secretly calls me and tells me some clues. He also said that if I find anything wrong, I must tell you in time. He said that you are his most trusted senior, and only you can solve these complicated cases."

Maori Kogoro's brows relaxed a little when he heard this, but the suspicion in his eyes had not completely disappeared. He snorted coldly, with a bit of dissatisfaction in his tone: "Humph, that kid is smart. But, Conan, you have to remember that solving a case is a brain-burning and dangerous thing. That is the job of us adults, not a child like you. Besides, if you run around like a child and get into trouble, how can I explain to your parents!"

Conan nodded hurriedly, with a well-behaved and harmless smile on his face, just like a good and obedient child: "I know, uncle, don't worry, I will definitely pay attention in the future and promise not to join in the fun again."

Maori Kogoro stared at Conan with a sharp gaze, as if he could see through his disguise. The stalemate lasted for several seconds before he spoke again, his voice carrying unquestionable majesty: "Also, children should act like children, jumping around and being carefree all day long. Don't just think about interfering in the complicated affairs of adults, especially the muddy water of love!"

When he said this, his expression dimmed slightly, as if the hidden pain in his heart was aroused: "I know you have a good relationship with that brat Kudo Shinichi. I also admit that he is indeed good at detective work and is an excellent detective. But emotionally, he is definitely not a qualified lover."

He paused, his chest rising and falling slightly, as if he was suppressing his inner resentment, "Because, if he really loved Xiaolan, he should know how to put Xiaolan at the top of his heart, put her first, instead of blindly immersing himself in his own detective world and treating Xiaolan as a dispensable existence."

"do you know?"

Maori Kogoro took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down, but his voice was still shaking uncontrollably. "Every time I see Xiaolan forced to smile and pretend nothing happened after being hurt by him, my heart feels like being stabbed by thousands of needles and cut by a knife. She is my precious daughter who grew up in my hands. Why should she suffer such grievances?" Maori Kogoro clenched his fists even tighter, his knuckles turned white due to the force, and his nails almost dug into his palms. His eyes instantly became as sharp as an eagle, as if he wanted to penetrate Conan in front of him and directly find out the culprit who made his daughter sad.

"If you really care about Xiaolan, if you really treat Xiaolan as your own sister, then please tell that bastard Kudo Shinichi!"

Maori Kogoro's voice was low and firm, and every word seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth, wrapped in a biting chill, "If he can't change his bad habits, if his so-called love for Xiaolan is to repeatedly abandon her and ignore her in order to solve the case, then stay away from Xiaolan! My daughter, Maori Kogoro, doesn't need a guy who only brings disappointment and heartbreak to others. She, she deserves the most sincere love and the best treatment in this world!"

After saying this, he suddenly turned around, his back facing Conan, his shoulders trembling slightly, showing the deep heartache and helplessness of a father for his daughter.

Outside the window, warm sunlight was shining freely, but it could not dispel the ink-thick haze and the blazing anger in his heart.

As a father, he could no longer tolerate his daughter being hurt, nor could he sit idly by and watch Kudo Shinichi's behavior.

To be honest, if possible, he would rather his Xiaolan find an ordinary person and live a simple and stable life. At least in that way, she would no longer have to suffer in endless waiting and loneliness.

Hearing this, Conan's body tensed up instantly, as if he was fixed by an invisible spell, and froze in place. His face turned pale and red, as if a palette had been overturned, and all kinds of emotions were intertwined and surging. At this moment, a voice in his heart was shouting wildly, and he wanted to tear off his disguise and stand up immediately, and use his identity as a large-scale high school student detective Kudo Shinichi to loudly defend himself and tell Maori Kogoro that his love for Xiaolan was as firm as a rock and had never changed. Those forced departures were all for the purpose of giving her a safer future.

But he also knew that if he didn't temporarily compromise and agree at this critical juncture, it would be difficult to end today smoothly, and he might even have a complete fallout with Kogoro Mouri, and it would be even more difficult for him to protect Xiaolan in the future.

Helplessly, he could only force a far-fetched and bitter smile, and replied in a slightly hoarse voice: "Uncle, I understand, I will pass on the message."

Conan slowly lowered his head, and the fine bangs on his forehead were like a curtain, covering his eyes that were full of pain, struggle and affection, making it impossible to see the complex emotions surging in them.

Maori Kogoro nodded in satisfaction, calmed down, and said with a little fatigue and emotion: "Conan, you are a sensible child, and uncle also knows that I shouldn't vent these negative emotions on you. It's just that Xiaolan... It really makes me feel distressed. I only have such a precious daughter. From childhood to adulthood, I hold her in my hands for fear of dropping her, and hold her in my mouth for fear of melting her. I just hope that she can live a happy life and be treated sincerely by others."

"But she suffered so much injustice from that guy Kudo Shinichi. Do you think I can tolerate such a thing?"

Kogoro Mori's voice rose slightly, and anger burned in his eyes again. It was a father's deep love and protectiveness for his daughter.

Conan raised his head, a hint of sadness flashed in his eyes, that was the instantaneous expression of being poked in the sore spot, but he quickly regained his composure, like the fleeting ripples on the lake. He said softly: "Uncle, I understand your feelings. Sister Xiaolan is also very good to me, and I don't want to see her sad. I will try my best to convey your meaning, and I hope Brother Shinichi can understand your difficulties."

Maori Kogoro stared at Conan, his eyes filled with scrutiny and a hint of subtle tenderness. He was silent for a moment, and finally sighed, his tone mixed with helplessness and fatigue: "I hope so."

People often say that it is easy to change a country, but difficult to change one's nature. For some people, the things in their bones are deeply rooted, and you can't expect them to change radically, just like a dog can't change eating shit, this is the nature that is deeply rooted in the bone marrow and difficult to change.

Kudo Shinichi, the high school detective, is the best example.

As a high school detective, his obsession with solving cases has reached a level of obsession. In his eyes, bizarre cases are like treasures with fatal attraction, which make him desperately fall into them.

I'm afraid I'll never be able to change this obsession in my lifetime.

No, it is better to say that if the other party really wanted to change, he would have changed long ago. How could he have broken Xiaolan's heart time and time again and let things get to the point where they are out of control now!

However, if it can't be changed, then it can't be changed. He doesn't want the other party to change.

Moreover, to some extent, he might have to thank the other party for this bad habit that he couldn't change.

Because, if the other party had not refused to change his ways and completely broke his daughter's heart, how could he have met such an excellent future son-in-law like Bai Ye.

——He is still very satisfied with Bai Ye, his future son-in-law.

Not only did he know how to care for his girlfriend and take meticulous care of his precious daughter Xiaolan, he was also very sensible and knew how to respect him as an elder. Every now and then, he would carefully select some fine wines that were hard to buy on the market, as well as those expensive and rare cigarettes, and personally deliver them to her home.

Isn't this much better than that bastard who only cares about the case and only makes his daughter sad all day long!
Thinking of this, Maori Kogoro subconsciously glanced at Bai Ye beside him, and the corners of his mouth could not help but slightly rise, revealing a gratified smile...

(End of this chapter)