Daily Spy Life in the Detective Conan World

Chapter 329 I Hate Power Outages

Xia Chuan had no recollection of this case.

Having watched over a thousand episodes of Detective Conan, plus more than twenty theatrical films, there have been quite a few cases of police officers being attacked and killed.

He could hardly recall it until he saw something that left a deep impression on him.

However, the plot will eventually have a tight thread connecting the victims, and the deaths of these two policemen are definitely related to the case they were jointly investigating.

The next evening.

"Shiratori got married?"

Xia Chuan's expression changed drastically, and he felt dizzy.

When he heard Joel say that Shiratori was getting married, his mind went completely blank.

No, Mr. Kobayashi is still at Teitan Elementary School. Who did he marry, Sato?

"It's not Officer Shiratori, it's Officer Shiratori's sister."

Joel rolled his eyes and continued, "It's Officer Shiratori's sister, Shiratori Sara, and it's not a wedding, just an engagement ceremony."

"Why did Officer Shiratori invite me to her engagement party?"

Xia Chuan looked puzzled: "Also, that case shouldn't be closed yet, right? Why is Officer Shiratori holding such a grand engagement ceremony for his sister at this time?"

"Their engagement ceremony had been scheduled long ago."

"Moreover," Joel's expression turned serious, "Inspector Shiratori and Inspector Megure also intend to use this banquet to see if they can lure out the culprit."

"What do you mean?"

Xia Chuan did not specifically investigate the case and was not very familiar with the details.

"Inspector Megure has found the connection between Narasawa and Inspector Shiba. They investigated the same case a year ago, which was not solved. Two weeks ago, the case was reopened, and shortly afterward, they were shot dead. Miwako was also involved in the case."

Although Inspector Megure had said that this case could not be disclosed in the slightest and was an internal police matter, considering that Natsukawa also held a public office, Yoel felt there was no need to hide it.

Moreover, Xia Chuan's reasoning ability seems to be quite good. After all, he was able to find clues even in the Black Organization, so his reasoning ability is at least stronger than that of the Metropolitan Police Department.

"So, they want to use Inspector Sato as bait to lure out the murderer?"

Joel nodded and then shook his head, saying with some concern, "Actually, it was Miwako herself who proposed this plan. Inspector Megure and Inspector Shiratori initially opposed it, but considering the far-reaching impact of the case, its involvement within the police force, and the need to solve the case as soon as possible, they had no choice but to agree."

Rice flower sun plaza hotel.

Xia Chuan looked up at the brand-new hotel that had been open for less than two weeks and felt a pang of regret.

When he arrived, he didn't encounter Kogoro Mouri and his group, leading Natsukawa to suspect that this might not be part of the story. If it were, then this hotel was in grave danger.
"welcome."

Xia Chuan and Yue Er walked into the hotel side by side.

The hotel lobby is magnificent and spacious, with a huge wave-shaped art lamp hanging overhead illuminating the entire hall, where successful people in suits come and go.

Soothing music drifted in from all directions, exuding a high-end feel.

However, Xia Chuan's mind was not on the hotel's decor at all.

"Hey, what are you thinking about?"

"fine."

Xia Chuan withdrew his gaze, put his hands in his pockets, and his mind began to stir.

"If I'm not mistaken, it was indeed Tooru Amuro just now. But what's the meaning of his presence here? Has the Public Security Bureau also taken notice of this case?"

"Honestly, I was thinking of bringing you along. With your keen eye, you might be able to spot something. But instead, you're interested in a waiter. Do you suspect he's the murderer?"

"Hehe, I just think he looks a lot like a guy I know."

Xia Chuan briefly touched on this topic.

He took back what he just said. Amuro Tooru has already appeared, so how far behind can Kogoro Mouri and Conan be?
The hotel is in grave danger!
Following the signs, the two quickly entered the banquet hall.

The banquet hall was crowded, but it wasn't noisy like a normal banquet. Everyone was talking quietly, but Xia Chuan didn't see many social celebrities.

It's rather unreasonable that none of the important figures from the Shiratori Group, Shiratori Sara, came.

Then Xia Chuan noticed that the gazes of these attendees were somewhat fierce and lewd.
"With so many police officers, and they haven't even tried to hide their police characteristics, with officers disguised as guests scanning the room with menacing eyes every moment, is this scheme really going to work?"

Xia Chuan sighed helplessly, "If I were the murderer, I definitely wouldn't be here."

To kill someone in front of so many police officers is to have a death wish.

"it should be no problem."

Joel didn't know what to say, and could only hope that the plan would work.

With her strength, Joel is confident that she can catch the other party if they dare to make a move.

Furthermore, knowing Xia Chuan well and recognizing his considerable martial arts skills, the two worked together seamlessly, ensuring the culprit's capture.

As for the numerous police officers at the scene, Joel felt that they could just eat and drink normally.

"Oh, Sister Joel, you're here too?"

"Isn't this normal?" The Mori family walked over with Sonoko Suzuki. Kogoro Mori confidently patted his chest and said, "I suspect there's something fishy about this engagement party. Could the culprit be here?"

Kogoro Mouri craned his neck and asked, "Honestly, could it be that I guessed right?"

"Does the uncle also know about this case?"

Xia Chuan rubbed his temples, now completely certain that this was indeed a case.

"Of course, although I don't know the two dead police officers, as a former detective, I feel it's my responsibility to help the police solve the case! Joel, do you know anything about the case? Why don't you tell me?"

Kogoro Mouri said with a serious expression, "No matter what, we cannot let the murderer get away with it!"

"I'm sorry, Mr. Mori, this case is a police secret. Not only can the media not disclose it, but you can't either."

Joel shook his head and said, "You should have seen Inspector Megure just now. His attitude should have been very clear: he needs not to know!"

"That phrase again."

Conan's face darkened. These words were police coded language, meaning: You don't need to know.

Therefore, this case is indeed related to the police force!
This might involve a high-ranking figure in the police force! This is getting a bit troublesome.
Conan turned to look at Toshiro Odagiri. Before Natsukawa and the other two arrived, the Chief of Criminal Investigation had been berating his son as a scoundrel and saying he shouldn't be there. Hmm, the Chief of Criminal Investigation was highly suspicious.

"Conan, what are you thinking about?"

Xia Chuan leaned closer to Conan, chuckled, and patted the other's head, whispering, "Hey, you're Uncle Mori's detective assistant, do you have any suspects yet?"

Conan, assuming Natsukawa was a good person and that the two were already quite familiar with each other, didn't pretend to be young at all. He pointed in a direction and said, "That person!"

"Detective Chief Toshiro Odagiri?"

“That’s right. His son has a country-style punk hairstyle and is dissolute. I’ve heard he’s not a good person. Plus, Inspector Megure used coded language to indicate that the case is related to the police force. I think it’s very likely.”

"Impossible!" Xia Chuan waved his hand, already guessing that this was one of the theatrical versions. He forgot the name, only remembering that Odagiri Toshiro's son was arrested, but it didn't seem to be for murder; it was something like extortion. He didn't remember the specific plot, but at least it had nothing to do with murder.

"Why not? There aren't many people who would dare to lay a hand on a police officer." Conan asked, sticking his neck out. "Uncle Natsukawa, do you know any other information? Share it with me."

Xia Chuan shook his head and did not explain further. He got up and started strolling around the banquet hall.

If I remember correctly, the murderer should be at the scene.

Soon, Xia Chuan discovered a suspicious individual.

The man, probably in his early twenties, had a slightly confused look in his eyes, but deep down there was a hint of hatred. He was very wary of his surroundings and stood in the corner, observing his surroundings. His gaze kept wandering over Sato Miwako.

"Could he be the murderer?"

Xia Chuan only remembered that the murderer would appear, but he didn't know who the murderer was. However, at this time, such a person could not be let go.

Even if he wasn't the murderer, he must have some knowledge of the case; there's no doubt about that.

Considering the banquet was still ongoing, and since Officer Shiratori had invited him, he couldn't refuse to give him face; he certainly couldn't arrest someone on the spot and disrupt the engagement couple's enjoyment.

Conan felt that since Natsukawa had clearly stated that it couldn't be Toshiro Odagiri, he might know something. When he noticed that Natsukawa was staring at a young man, his interest was immediately piqued.

"Hey, who are you, and what are you doing here?"

Uncharacteristically, Xia Chuan spoke in a low voice from behind the man, "Do you have an invitation?"

You Chengzhen was already on edge when he arrived at an unfamiliar place, and being reprimanded from behind in such a dull voice immediately made his scalp tingle.

He could even feel the person behind him take out handcuffs and pull out a pistol.

As the son of a policeman, he could tell from the tone of the voice that the person behind him was definitely a policeman.

The first two detectives were his father's colleagues before his death. After his father's death, they died one after another within three days, and he was summoned to the scene twice by the same mysterious phone call.

He realized that he might have fallen into the real killer's trap and been made a scapegoat.

However, he had no way to explain himself clearly. He had no evidence to prove his innocence, yet he had a motive to kill. If he were caught, he would only face imprisonment.

Chengzhen's limbs started moving uncontrollably; he wanted to escape!

However, Xia Chuan was prepared, pressing his arm firmly against You Chengzhen's shoulder.

Conan also took out his wristwatch-shaped tranquilizer dart and secretly observed from the side, ready to fire it as soon as he saw any possibility of the other party escaping.

"Such skillful technique, is Conan really just a child?"

Amuro Tooru, disguised as a waiter, stood in the crowd monitoring Odagiri Toshiro. Upon noticing this, he immediately approached slowly.

He was commissioned by Commander Kuroda Hyōe to investigate whether Odagiri Toshirō was involved in the police killing case, which is why he is here.

Unexpectedly, before Toshiro Odagiri could find out the truth, the two people he cared about seemed to have caught the culprit.

Xia Chuan pressed on You Chengzhen's shoulder and led him outside to a quiet corner before letting go.

Cheng Zhen looked around.

Behind them is a U-shaped rest area; to leave, one can only do so through the walkway in front of the man opposite.

However, given the strength of the other party just now, there was no way I could escape. I was afraid that by now, both corridors would be full of police officers.

"your name."

"It has come true."

"gender."

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Natsukawa coughed twice and continued, "Do you know Inspector Nara Sawaji and Sergeant Shiba Yoichiro?"

Conan sneaked up behind Natsukawa to eavesdrop, and around the corner was Amuro Tooru.

The three formed a strange encirclement.

"know."

Mentioning these two names caused a flash of pain to cross Chengzhen's face, followed by endless bewilderment.

His father, a policeman, had just died, and two of his colleagues had also died. He had publicly stated at his father's funeral that they would pay the price, and then he "coincidentally" appeared at the scene of their deaths twice.

Isn't this the murderer's template?
What was your motive for killing them?

Although it was already 50% certain that Chengzhen was the murderer, Xia Chuan found it increasingly strange. Chengzhen's behavior was very timid, and he didn't seem like someone who would dare to kill a police officer.

At the very least, he should be a bit wilder.

For example, that rural punk from Toshiro Odagiri's family, that kind of guy looks like a murderer.

“I did not kill them. Although I was there twice, I did not do it. A mysterious person called me and that’s why I appeared at the crime scene.”

Seemingly afraid that the police officer opposite her wouldn't believe her, Chengzhen hurriedly added: "The reason I'm here this time is because a police officer named Sato Miwako called me and told me that if I didn't show up here, they would issue a warrant for my arrest."

"If you don't believe me, you can ask her. I came here to prove my innocence."

You have to believe me!

Chengzhen became more and more excited as he spoke, and even ran over, grabbed Xia Chuan's shoulders and shook him vigorously.

However, he couldn't shake Xia Chuan at all.

"So, Officer Sato suggested fishing at this engagement party to catch you?"

Xia Chuan was a little confused. Did they really need to fish for this?
Isn't the Metropolitan Police Department being a little too cautious?

Xia Chuan was about to say something when the lights above his head suddenly started flashing, and the entire floor was plunged into darkness.

"I hate power outages!"

Realizing that the other party might not be lying, coupled with the sudden power outage, Xia Chuan already had a bad feeling.

The power outage immediately caught the attention of all the police officers in the venue. They stopped talking, stood still, and reached for their waists to be alert to their surroundings.

"Conan, keep an eye on this guy, I'm going to check on things!"

Xia Chuan turned and left without expression.

If what Naruto said is true, then the "Sato Miwako" who called him is likely a fake. After all, Naruto had already discovered the problem the second time, and if she spoke in the mysterious person's tone again, Naruto would definitely not listen to her.

Furthermore, even if Officer Sato wanted him to turn himself in, he should have sent him to the Metropolitan Police Department, not here.

Following this line of reasoning, the murderer also planned to kill a policeman at this engagement party!

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