Ke Xue: The thief Cao is actually myself

Chapter 611: The good cabbages are eaten by pigs! (Please give me a monthly ticket!)
"You're right, now is definitely not the best time."

Hearing her boyfriend's words, Mao Lilan sighed softly, and the sigh was full of helplessness and disappointment. She nodded slowly, her hair swaying gently with the movement: "Then let's wait a little longer, wait for him to calm down, and then we can choose a suitable time to sit down and have a good talk calmly, and lay everything out and make it clear."

Bai Ye's mouth corners slightly raised, revealing a gentle smile, he gently patted the back of Mao Lilan's hand, as if comforting a frightened deer: "Don't worry, Xiaolan, everything will be fine.

Time is the most magical healer. It will dilute all pain and heal all wounds. "

Mao Lilan nodded and leaned back on Bai Ye's shoulder, but her heart was still like the turbulent sea and could not completely calm down.

After more than ten years of getting along, she knows Conan too well - or rather, her childhood sweetheart Kudo Shinichi. He is a tenacious and persistent person in his bones.

The other party's stubbornness and perseverance had supported him through countless difficulties and helped him to escape danger time and time again. It was these qualities that made him the person she admired and appreciated the most.

But times have changed, and now this persistence makes her feel a little worried and uneasy.

She couldn't help but picture Conan's desperate expression in her mind. The more she thought about it, the more scared she became. She was really worried that her childhood sweetheart would lose his mind and go to extremes when his emotions were pushed into a desperate situation, and do something irreparable to her boyfriend.

Thinking of this, she subconsciously closed her eyes and prayed silently in her heart: Shinichi, I hope you can let go of this obsession as soon as possible, walk out of this haze, and find the happiness that truly belongs to you...

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"Cough cough..."

I don’t know how long it was before Kogoro Mori coughed lightly, breaking the silence.

"Well...it's getting late..."

Looking at the two people snuggling together, Kogoro Mouri's face was like a spice bottle overturned, with all kinds of emotions intertwined, so complicated that it was difficult to express in words.

As a father, he is undoubtedly relieved deep in his heart to see his daughter find her own happiness.

But when he thought about the fact that his precious daughter, whom he had raised with great difficulty and loved so much, was "kidnapped" by this boy named Bai Ye in front of him, an indescribable feeling of bitterness and awkwardness, like an uncontrollable vine, quietly climbed up his heart, making him feel uncomfortable all over.

He scratched his head subconsciously, his movements showing a bit of discomfort, and said with a forced cheerful tone: "Let's not just stand here, let's go, Ayashiro, Nakamichi, let's go have a drink together to celebrate?!"

After he finished speaking, his eyes were full of anticipation when he looked at the others, as if he wanted to use a lively party to ease the delicate atmosphere at the moment.

Hearing Maori Kogoro's proposal, Ayashiro Yukio, who was standing by, was slightly stunned, as if he was caught off guard by this sudden invitation. However, he quickly came to his senses, a gentle smile appeared on his face, and then he took a step forward with an elegant step, and said in a humble but enthusiastic tone: "This idea sounds really great. Kogoro, your precious daughter has found a good home, and I have to treat you to a good meal tonight, and I won't leave until I'm drunk!"

"Kogoro, congratulations on finding a good son-in-law!"

Nakamichi Kazushi curled his lips, turned his head slightly, and looked at Mao Lilan and Bai Ye who were full of happiness, his eyes full of sincere blessings: "Also, Xiaolan, Bai Ye, may your future days be as bright and sweet as the flowers in spring, and may happiness always accompany you."

Hearing this, Mao Lilan gently raised her head from Bai Ye's arms, with a blush still on her face. She smiled shyly and said softly, "Thank you, Uncle Lingcheng, Uncle Nakamichi, thank you for your care all the time."

Her voice was soft, with a hint of sweetness and gratitude, and her eyes were shining with happiness.

Bai Ye gently put his arm around Mao Lilan's waist, nodded slightly, and gave a polite smile to Ayashiro Yukio and Nakamichi Kazushi: "We are honored to receive the blessings of the two elders. Everyone, don't leave until you are drunk at this meal today."

As he spoke, he held Mao Lilan's hand tightly, with such strength that it seemed to firmly declare to the whole world their happiness and that no one could separate them.

Mao Lilan's beautiful eyes were full of love. She held Bai Ye's hand affectionately, as if responding to his silent yet deep oath. At this moment, their hearts were connected and no words were needed.

Maori Kogoro watched the sweet interaction between his daughter and future son-in-law, and the bitterness in his heart was gradually replaced by relief. He walked forward, patted Bai Ye on the shoulder, and said earnestly: "Xiaolan is in your hands now, but you are not allowed to bully her!"

Bai Ye nodded seriously, his eyes firm: "Don't worry, Uncle Maori, I will protect Xiaolan with my life and will never let her suffer any grievances."

Ayashiro Yukio and Ayashiro Noriko looked at each other. When their eyes met, they had a tacit understanding and a knowing smile appeared on their faces.

Ayashiro Yukio said with emotion: "It's really enviable to see young people so happy." His tone showed yearning for young love and blessings for this beautiful relationship.

Ayashiro Noriko nodded slightly and agreed, "Yes, I really hope they can continue like this."

Then, she looked at Maori Kogoro again and said with a smile: "Kogoro, it seems that you will have one more person who will be filial to you in the future."

Maori Kogoro pretended to be serious and snorted, "Humph, Bai Ye dared not be filial to me, wait and see how I deal with him!"

However, although he said this, the smile on the corner of his mouth, which he could not hide, revealed his true thoughts.

Obviously, he was very satisfied with Bai Ye, his future son-in-law. Everyone was talking and laughing, and the atmosphere became more and more harmonious.

Seeing this warm and lively scene, Yumi Horikoshi pursed her lips, and the corners of her originally upturned mouth drooped slightly. A trace of barely perceptible loneliness and bitterness flashed in her eyes, but she soon returned to her signature gentle look, "I'm telling you guys, how can you miss such a big happy event? You have to bring me along to celebrate!"

As she spoke, she gently nudged Mao Lilan with her elbow, with a seemingly warm and gentle smile on her face, but that smile was like a thin mask that did not reach her eyes, and others could hardly detect the complex emotions buried deep within it.

Mao Lilan was slightly stunned, then she smiled brightly and responded sincerely: "Of course, Aunt Horikoshi, we are so happy that you can come!"

For her, receiving the blessings from these elders is undoubtedly the warmest footnote to this happiness.

Because these blessings are not only an affirmation of her and Bai Ye's relationship, but also the best expectations for their future life, and also make her full of longing and yearning for the future.

Bai Ye took a deep look at Yumi Horikoshi, whose face was filled with a seemingly warm and gentle smile, and frowned slightly. A hint of vigilance flashed in his deep eyes. Then he calmly pulled Ran Mouri towards him. Although he smiled politely at Yumi Horikoshi, he did not say a word.

Because he always felt that there was a strange aura around Yumi Horikoshi, but he couldn't figure out why for the time being.

Ayashiro Yukio and Ayashiro Noriko looked at each other subconsciously, and the moment their eyes met, a hint of doubt flashed in each other's eyes that was difficult to conceal.

They have known Yumi Horikoshi for a long time and are very familiar with her personality and character. However, the mood swings of this old classmate are very obvious now, as if she is shrouded in a thick haze, completely losing her former cheerfulness and vitality. The whole person seems to be wrapped in a mysterious shadow, exuding a strange and unsettling atmosphere.

But out of politeness, the two did not ask too many questions. They just smiled and nodded, just as a greeting. However, the doubts in their hearts quietly grew like vines.

Just as everyone was immersed in this warm and joyful atmosphere, preparing to set off to a nearby izakaya to celebrate, Nakamichi Kazushi seemed to suddenly think of something, frowned slightly, cleared his throat and said, "I'm telling you guys, it's true that such a big happy event should be celebrated, but have you forgotten that Xiaolan and Baiye are still children under the age of 20, and they are minors. And Conan, that brat, has not been seen until now. We adults can't just leave them alone and go to the izakaya to drink by ourselves, right?"

Minors in Japan are not allowed to drink alcohol. Japan enacted the "Law Prohibiting Minors from Drinking Alcohol" in 1925. According to the law, minors under the age of 20 (under 20 is considered a minor in Japan) are not allowed to drink alcohol, and their parents or guardians have the responsibility to stop their minors from drinking. Stores and restaurants are not allowed to provide alcohol to minors.

This regulation is based on considerations for the physical and brain development of minors, as the important organs of the brain usually do not mature until the age of 20. Drinking before this time may damage brain nerve cells, affect daily life, and increase the risk of cirrhosis, brain atrophy, etc.

In 2000, Japan added another penalty to this law: stores and restaurants that sell alcohol to minors will have their staff or owners fined up to 50 yen.

In other words, in Japan, it is illegal for people under the age of 20 to drink alcohol. Not only are minors themselves subject to the law, but their parents or guardians and businesses also have the responsibility to supervise. In addition to being fined, businesses that provide alcohol to minors may also have their alcohol business licenses revoked.

When he said this, he paused and made a new supplementary suggestion, "I think, why don't we go play billiard to relax first?"

"As for celebrating Xiaolan and Baiye's wedding, we can drink to our heart's content when they get married. That will be great!"

Drinking alcohol can easily lead to mistakes.

Moreover, if everyone went drinking, then all his carefully planned plans would be ruined.

Maori Kogoro scratched his messy hair, with a simple smile on his face, and said embarrassedly: "Oh, look at my memory. I forgot about this important matter when I was happy. Zhongmichi, you are really thoughtful! Playing table tennis is not bad either. It just so happens that I haven't exercised for a long time, and my hands are itching."

His Xiaolan and Bai Ye are the core figures of this celebration. On such an important day, if they are left behind, what is the point of the celebration?
And there is that little brat Conan, whose curiosity is so strong that it can break through the universe and who has so many clever ideas that he won't calm down even if someone is watching him. He is a real little troublemaker who makes trouble for people every few days.

If no one supervises him and lets him run wild, he might get into big trouble, and then as his guardian he will be in big trouble.

When Maori Kogoro thought of this, the smile on his face froze instantly. The corners of his mouth drooped almost to his chin, and his brows were tightly twisted into the shape of the Chinese character "川".

Having been with Conan for such a long time, he knows too well the "power" of this 'naughty kid'.

Before, because of this little boy's overflowing curiosity, he accidentally got involved in all kinds of strange cases again and again. Although he was able to escape danger every time, the process was like dancing on the edge of a knife. It was so thrilling and exciting that even this experienced detective could not help but feel anxious and exhausted.

He didn't want to celebrate such a rare happy day today and then go back to find himself in a mess. That would be too bad.

Mao Lilan raised the corners of her mouth, revealing a sweet smile, her eyes curved into crescents, her eyes full of anticipation: "Okay, I haven't played billiards with you guys for a long time, I feel excited just thinking about it, it must be very interesting!"

Bai Ye calmly raised his eyes and glanced at Nakamichi Kazushi who made this suggestion, then with a gentle smile on his face, he nodded slightly to show his agreement: "I'll listen to everyone, playing table tennis to relax is indeed a good choice."

When Ayashiro Noriko heard the suggestion of playing billiards, her eyes immediately lit up with interest, but then she remembered the appointment in the evening, a hint of hesitation appeared on her face, and she said softly: "But, didn't we agree to watch the fireworks in the evening?"

Playing table tennis is fun, but it would be a shame to miss the rare fireworks display!
Ayashiro Yukio gently patted his wife's shoulder with a reassuring smile on his face, and said firmly: "Don't worry, the fireworks display will not start until six o'clock!"

Zhongdao Hezhi quickly agreed, raised his chin slightly, with a bright smile on his face, and said firmly: "Yes, we still have three hours, as long as we finish before six o'clock."

As he spoke, he took advantage of the fact that the others were not paying attention and secretly glanced at the clock beside him. There was a sly and cold look in his eyes, as if he was planning something, but he quickly returned to normal, making it difficult to catch...

(End of this chapter)