Conan: Death is Watching Me

Chapter 64: From this moment on, Japan will be dominated

The dinner dance continued.

Celebrities and detectives each had their own circles, toasting each other, and it wasn't until the very end that it began to resemble a report meeting. After the representative of the Investigation Industry Association appeared, many heads of law firms took the stage to speak, promoting themselves while also delivering some practical speeches.

The more high-end the firm is, the more it moves towards consulting, almost like a civilian intelligence organization.

It is said that some people have close contacts with the police.

In comparison, the man with the mustache usually did not do his job well. He just told a joke to liven up the atmosphere and talked about a few cases that he often boasted about - the real source of support for the famous detective.

Those who focus on business look at each other coldly, thinking that detectives don't need to do the work of criminal police. Detectives who are also involved in the case look down on each other and are quite disdainful of the little mustache who always misses the point.

Only the detectives who had the same criminal police background as Xiao Huzi were quite impressed.

Everyone has the mindset of a criminal police officer.

The celebrities' specific thoughts could not be seen, but they seemed very supportive on the surface.

Gao Mo observed everyone present with eagle eyes and found that the people introduced by the man with a mustache were almost all former criminal police or related factions.

Although he did not belong to this category, he was automatically classified because of his mustache.

Many small detective agencies similar to his were also distinguished.

They are all private detectives who work hard and their work is not glorious. They have the lowest presence in the association and are not even qualified to speak on stage.

Most celebrities are openly reluctant to interact with these private detectives, especially politicians, so they simply didn't come this time.

……

Gao Mo was lucky enough to get 2 minutes to speak - a standard feature of the opening of a new detective agency.

He arrived just in time and was the first to announce the existence of "Kido Detective Agency" to the industry.

But not many people care about his small firm.

I was 18 that year, and I was like a minion when I stood and spoke...

Apart from Inspector Megure and the man with the mustache who applauded enthusiastically, the rest just gave sparse and polite applause.

The launch of his first official business in this world didn't make much of a splash. Even when he mentioned "Kindaichi" as a promotion, no one seemed interested.

I don’t know if it was a misunderstanding, but Inspector Megure’s boss even looked a lot more ferocious—it seemed like he had no good feelings towards the detective’s investigation.

It may also be because someone commented earlier that Japanese police are all idiots...

"Clap clap clap!"

"Thank you."

Gao Mo saw everyone's reactions from the podium, as if he saw all kinds of people.

If the original purpose of establishing a detective agency was to make money and for unknown rewards of professional achievements.

At this moment, a different idea arose in his mind.

Especially seeing the funny little mustache who was looked down upon in the audience - completely ignoring other people's eyes and cheering for him.

Actor and detective were destined to become his main professions.

If we reach a certain level in the future, dominating Japan may not be just empty talk.

"Wait a moment, Mr. Maori!"

At the end of the meeting, a man with middle-parted glasses who looked like a comedian suddenly came over and stopped the man with a mustache who was having dinner with Gao Mo.

"Could you excuse me for a few minutes? I'm Takashi Matsuo from Nichiren TV. I'm currently hosting the popular show 'Decoding the Japanese Detective Agency.' I've always wanted to meet you but never had the chance. I hope you can join me on my next show. If you have time..."

"Deciphering the Japanese Detective Agency?" The man with the mustache still had half a sausage stuffed in his mouth.

"Yes," the middle-parted man explained with a smile, "It's mainly about solving various difficult problems for audiences across the country, and there's also a detective mystery segment. We'd like to invite a famous detective as our guest for the next episode, and I think you're the perfect person!"

The man with the mustache couldn't stand the praise and happily took the business card from the man with the middle part.

"Am I that famous now? If I go as a guest, can I meet Ms. Yoko?"

"Well, it depends on whether Miss Yoko is here. I heard that Miss Yoko is also your fan."

The man with the middle parted hair continued to compliment, and suddenly looked around.

"By the way, if possible, please bring your partner, Mr. Kindaichi. I think it will be more interesting to talk about. And the audience of the show is also eager to hear the secrets of you two great detectives."

"I'll talk to him." The man with the mustache hadn't completely lost his mind. He sent the man with the middle part away before turning to Gao Mo.

"Kirouto-kun, what do you think? I've heard a little bit about that show, it's quite popular. If we go there, not only can we increase our fame, but we can also make some extra money... I estimate each of us can get around 20 to 30 yen."

"I don't have any problem."

Gao Mo was somewhat glad that he had the "Kindaichi" pseudonym, otherwise he wouldn't have dared to attend any show.

No, I have to prepare a few more detective vests when I go back.

The more of this kind the better.

……

It was already midnight when we returned to Kudo's residence.

Gao Mo didn't disturb Huihara Ai. After checking the doors and windows, he took a shower and went to bed.

Maybe it was because of the party, but I felt a little more nervous about the opening of the office.

I wondered if it would be better if it wasn't named "Kido Detective Agency."

From now on, all external commissions will be handled by detective vests. What kind of vest is more useful...

Do you want to recruit additional staff?

Will it attract some weird trouble?
"call!"

I tossed and turned for half the night.

When I woke up the next day, I had missed my usual morning jog time.

9 o'clock in the morning.

I opened the curtains and heard thunder echoing faintly outside the window.

The office was just about to open when the bad weather hit.

Gao Mo opened the door, rubbing his hair. As he entered the hall, he smelled the aroma of fried eggs coming from the kitchen.

Ai Haibara is preparing breakfast.

The scheduled opening time is 10 a.m., and he had already informed his friends yesterday.

It looks like a rainstorm is coming outside...

"The chef called just now," Huihara Ai peeked out of the kitchen in her apron, "It seems something happened. She can't come today."

"No way?"

Gao Mo felt like he was unlucky again.

"Is it too late to find someone now?"

"Boom——!"

It didn't take long for Tokyo to change completely.

On the other side, Rei Furuya drove a white sports car onto the main road leading to Nagano Prefecture. After receiving a phone call, his face suddenly changed. He turned the steering wheel sharply and accelerated back from the fork in the road.

"What?! Are you going to assess Shiroto Gao Mo? I didn't report it at all... We're just ordinary neighbors..."

"You have no say over the organization's situation," Vermouth's sexy voice came from the other end of the line. "Those people have been going too far lately. I think Rum is targeting you. Bourbon, it's best not to worry about that outdated idol... I'll report it to that gentleman."

"Do not."

A drop of sweat ran down Fūya Rei's forehead, and his voice became a little more ruthless.

"I've changed my mind. I won't let them mess around. Whether Chenghu Gaomo joins the organization or not, he's still my man..."

The informant who reported the incident was assassinated, and now even neighbors with whom he had only a passing contact have become targets.

The factional struggle within the organization actually burned into him.

After hanging up the phone, Fūya Rei's pretended relaxed expression turned serious, and he stepped on the accelerator to accelerate.

The next chapter will be at 10 pm

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