Conan: Rice Flower Spring

Chapter 338, Section 332: Ran Mouri, but the Evolved Version

Having completed their adventure, the group returned along the same route and entered Kiichi Kosaka's study through the underground passage.

As soon as she entered the study, Natsumi Kosaka couldn't wait to say to Ryoma Hayashi, "President Hayashi, could you please ask President Suzuki for permission?"
I'm willing to pay a premium for this egg that represents the Suzuki family's memories; I hope Chairman Suzuki will part with it.

Throughout the entire passage, Natsumi Kosaka did not mention even a single thing about the creator of the Egg of Memories, who was her great-grandfather, Kiichi Kosaka.

She also made no mention of a photo of her great-grandfather and great-grandmother in the egg of memories.

Throughout the entire conversation, Natsumi Kosaka repeatedly mentioned her desire to part with what she loved and her willingness to pay a premium for it.

This kind of attitude sounds very pleasant.

Although the creator of the Egg of Memories was indeed Kiichi Kosaka, it was certainly originally part of the Kosaka family's collection.

But now that this Egg of Memories has appeared in the Suzuki family's treasury, it means that something unexpected must have happened.

It's highly unlikely that future generations would sell the Egg of Memory for money. While the Kosaka family isn't considered a top-tier wealthy family in Tokyo, they've never lacked money over the years.

It's worth noting that maintaining a castle is a significant expense each year, not to mention that Natsumi Kosaka also runs a chain of patisseries in Paris.

The initial investment for this chain store was also a considerable expense.

Perhaps the castle was stolen when Natsumi Kosaka was in charge?
In short, the other Egg of Memory belongs to the Suzuki family, and Suzuki Shiro has entrusted Hayashi Ryoma with the entire responsibility of handling this treasure hunt.

"Okay, I will tell Chairman Suzuki about the treasure hunt when I get back to Tokyo."

Of course, we also hope that Ms. Kosaka will remember to bring her own Memory Egg when she visits the Suzuki Group.

By saying this, Lin Longma had already agreed to speak well of Kosaka Natsumi.

Based on his understanding of Shiro Suzuki, it was just a memory egg worth 8 million yen, which was really nothing to the Suzuki Foundation.

If the Suzuki Group were to "help out" with a little hype, the potential gains from other sources might far exceed the 8 million yen from the "Egg of Memories".

Just like every time Kaito Kid comes to the Suzuki's house to steal things, why do they fight so fiercely?

Is it because you can't bear to lose things? Or is it because you can't bear to lose face?
No, if the confrontation isn't more intense, how can the impact of the event spread?

"Thank you very much, then I'll leave everything to you!" Natsumi Kosaka bowed very formally to Ryoma Hayashi.

Lin Longma smiled without saying anything, but did not refuse Kosaka Natsumi's thanks.

"Miss Natsumi, don't worry, I know Chairman Suzuki very well! He would never miss such a good opportunity to help others achieve their goals."

Just relax and don't worry~

Another egg of memory was found, and the magic of light and shadow from a magician from the end of the century was also enjoyed by everyone.

Kogoro Mouri was in a great mood at the moment.

While smiling and reassuring Natsumi Kosaka, he gestured for everyone to head out of the castle.

Of the group, only Conan was sullen.

"Conan, what are you thinking about?" Ran Mouri asked Conan softly.

Conan, the "Soldier of History," was deep in thought when he heard Ran Mouri's question and answered it offhand.

"what?"

"Shi Kaobing, despite having already infiltrated the Suzuki Group's cruise ship and killing Han Chuanlong, has yet to make a single move."

This is clearly not normal.

Conan, with one hand on his chin and his elbow resting on his other arm, said, "Either Scorpion has already achieved his goal. But whether it's Kaito Kid or the Egg of Memories, nothing is surprising."

Conan glanced at the Egg of Memories that Kaito Kuroba and Natsumi Kosaka were holding.

"Or Scrooge is brewing an even bigger conspiracy!"

Conan gasped at this thought and instinctively began to observe everyone. But once he stepped out of his thought mode, he suddenly sensed that something was amiss.

Wait, who asked that question just now?

Conan was startled and turned around to find Ran Mouri staring intently at him!

"Um, what I said just now was actually based on what Uncle Kogoro said," Conan subconsciously tried to drag Kogoro Mouri into the blame, but was interrupted by Ran Mouri's gentle smile.

"What's wrong with Dad?"

Oh no, Kogoro Mouri can't be his shield anymore!

When Ran interrupted Conan, he noticed Kogoro Mouri walking at the front of the crowd, looking smug and as if he could swallow a fist.

Judging from his current behavior, could it really be Kogoro Mouri who said those words about being prepared for danger in times of peace?
Dude, this thing is so convincing, it can fool not only yourself, but even strangers!

Fortunately, Conan is quick-witted and immediately spotted Ryoma Hayashi fiddling with his phone.

I'm sorry, Uncle Lin!

Conan silently apologized to Ryoma Hayashi, then spoke to Ran Mouri without any hesitation:
"It's Uncle Lin! I heard all those things from Uncle Lin!"

joke!

Ran Mouri's expression remained unchanged, as if she didn't realize she was being tricked by Conan.

Conan was completely absorbed in his own world, barely even looking where he was going. There were several people between Lin Longma and Conan; how could Conan possibly hear what Lin Longma was saying?

What's more, Lin Longma hasn't said a word since just now!
But at this moment, Ran Mouri is no longer the Ran Mouri she used to be; she has "evolved"!

"No, Conan! How could you eavesdrop on adults?" Ran Mouri gently patted Conan's head, scolding him as she always did.
"Don't do that again next time!"

"I know, Ran-neechan!" Conan replied cutely to Ran Mouri, feeling even more relieved.

At this moment, Conan suddenly felt that he was quite lucky, thanks to the fact that he was living with his parents now.

If he continues to live at the Mouri Detective Agency for a long time, won't Ran Mouri eventually discover his true identity?

With that thought in mind, Conan stopped thinking about Scorpion and just wanted to get away from the troublesome Kosaka family castle as soon as possible.

This godforsaken place, it's cursed!
Finally, the group walked out of the castle gates, and the view overlooking the entire city once again came into view.

The group of treasure hunters greeted Natsumi Kosaka and prepared to leave. Just as everyone was getting into the car, Seiran Urashi finally "torn off" her disguise.

"Don't move!"

With the sound of a gunshot, the group of people from Beika Town felt as if they were in a bank lobby for a moment.

Hmm. It seems like you only hear that when criminals are robbing a bank.

As the "only" player on the field with a gun, Pu Siqinglan instantly gained control of the situation.

"Miss Qinglan, what are you doing?!" Kogoro Mouri was still a little confused and looked at Qinglan Urashi, who was raising her gun and aiming it at the crowd, with suspicion and uncertainty.

(End of this chapter)