Detective Conan: Is Miss Haibara planning to assault a police officer again today?

Higashino Ning tilted his head slightly, his handsome features particularly clear under the light. He patted his face with both hands, "I really shouldn't have thought too much about it. I should have treated you like an ordinary person."

After saying that, his expression suddenly relaxed. "Then let's do it this way. I'll take a day off tomorrow and take you shopping for some clothes and stuff. I'll also take you to the place you want to go in the evening."

Higashino Ning stood up. "There's still some fruit in the fridge. Would you like some?"

Shiho Miyano remained bewildered; her adjustment was too fast!

The first three stages were completely different!

She hesitated for a moment, then said, "If you're taking the day off tomorrow, I think we could change dinner to lunch, and then in the afternoon..."

Before he could finish speaking, Higashino Ning walked towards the kitchen, leaving behind a somewhat annoyed remark.

"Ugh... this is really troublesome. I suddenly realized I can't take tomorrow off. Would you like strawberries or grapes?"

Shiho Miyano: "..."

You really don't want me to leave, do you?

She simply replied "strawberry," then pouted and muttered to herself, "If you acted any tougher, I... I might treat you like a pervert."

However, she then thought of another detail.

What exactly did Higashino Ning mean when she said "treat her like an ordinary person"?

What kind of person did Higashino Ning think of her before?

What kind of identity as a little girl would make police officer Higashino Ning unconsciously act reserved, hesitant, and even a little socially anxious?

"This guy... does he think I'm some runaway rich girl?"

Since Shiho Miyano didn't ask, she naturally couldn't get the answer from Ning Higashino.

Soon, several kinds of fruit, arranged on a plate, were placed in front of her.

The strawberries were large, and they tasted cool and sweet and sour. They would taste even better with condensed milk, but unfortunately, Higashino Ning didn't prepare any, probably because she didn't have any at home.

Actually, it's because Higashino Ning never imagined that strawberries could be eaten with condensed milk.

The night is already deep.

Television programs are also starting to lean towards adult content, and it would be impolite to watch any longer.

Higashino Ning turned off the TV and said, "Get some rest. Sleep is very helpful for recovering from a cold."

Shiho Miyano was actually very sleepy, yawning and wiping away tears, while obediently nodding.

Two minutes later, in the bedroom.

The little girl blinked, her tone slightly teasing, "I mean... you're not feeling shy, are you? I don't think it's inappropriate at all."

Higashino Ning lifted the covers and lay down, saying, "This isn't good."

For some reason, Shiho Miyano couldn't help but want to tease this big boy, so she climbed onto the bed and asked, "What's wrong?"

Higashino Ning closed his eyes immediately, "It's not good for my sleep."

After a brief silence, he added, "I'm not used to sleeping with other people."

Shiho Miyano: "..."

Okay, okay, then she can sleep on the sofa!

The little girl can't say that there's anything wrong with Higashino Ning's actions, but as a "guest," forcing him to sleep in the host's bed is a bit too much.

It's just that Higashino Ning is acting a bit rudely right now.

So what if I lack manners? He just saved my poor little life!

Shiho Miyano returned to the living room, trying to reassure herself, only to find that a neatly stacked blanket had been prepared in the corner of the sofa, along with small pillows that fit the sofa's dimensions.

"It seems...that guy is often too tired and sleeps on the sofa after get off work."

She glanced back at the bedroom, then quietly lay down on the sofa.

"I've really caused you a lot of unnecessary trouble today."

...

Morning quietly arrived.

Higashino Ning didn't sleep well because he couldn't help but go out every now and then to check on Miyano Shiho's condition.

The reason he didn't sleep with the other person was not only because he was not used to sleeping with others, but more importantly because he was worried that his strange sleep talking would be heard.

She chose to sleep in her own bedroom because the door could be locked from the inside, preventing her from being eavesdropped on late at night. Also, if Shiho Miyano wanted to escape in the middle of the night, the living room would be more convenient.

He wanted to keep Miyano Shi, that's true, but if the other party insisted on leaving, he wouldn't stop him.

After all, judging from the original storyline, Shiho Miyano now only trusts Shinichi Kudo, and it's a very obsessive kind of trust.

I quickly packed my things and headed out to work.

Not asking for leave was his last effort.

Chapter 5 Going to Work

The rain clearing up is a natural phenomenon.

Tokyo looked exceptionally clean and bright after being washed by the rain, and the sunlight made the whole world seem to be filtered.

But this place is still very different from the modern city he originally lived in.

Suddenly transported to a world from decades ago, Higashino Ning was still quite unaccustomed to it.

Fortunately, his taciturn nature allowed him to handle all problems, and no one paid special attention to him. Everyone has their own focus in life, and everyone is the center of their own life.

I took a taxi to the Metropolitan Police Department and ran into several colleagues from the First Investigation Division before even entering the building.

Higashino greeted everyone according to the memories provided by the system, without giving anything away.

Upon arriving at the office, Takagi Wataru, dressed in a light brown suit, greeted him warmly, "Higashino, good morning! But you seem to be in a bad mood. Didn't you go home early yesterday?"

"Very early" means leaving the crime scene around 7 p.m.

However, for the detectives in Beika Town, this is indeed considered early; responding to calls in the early morning is a common occurrence.

Police officers don't have biological clocks. Their lives are given by those great and resilient cells in their bodies. Well... that's a very strict way of putting it, and it's fine from any perspective.

Higashino Ning scratched his head. "I had some trouble sleeping last night."

He was the inspector, and Takagi Wataru was the inspector general; their relationship was similar to that of a team member and a team leader.

In the context of anime, Takagi Wataru and his peers Chiba Kazunobu are just low-level police officers, while Higashino Ning is one of those extremely marginal characters whose names are never even displayed.

At that moment, a calm yet charming voice rang out.

"Although it's tiring, you still need to take good care of your health, otherwise how will you fight off the criminals you encounter?"

Takagi Wataru immediately became a little reserved. "Good morning, Officer Sato."

Higashino Ning also greeted him and nodded with a smile, "I will."

He noticed the file bag in Sato Miwako's hand and asked curiously, "Officer Sato, what are you holding in your hand...?"

The file folder likely contains case-related materials, and it's early morning, so it's unlikely that Sato Miwako just went to get it.

It is highly likely that this document was taken home and reviewed by Miwako Sato last night or even earlier.

To receive such attention from the other party, it must be some kind of major case.

As a man who aspires to be the King of Police, Higashino Ning finds it hard not to be curious and try to get involved.

Upon hearing his words, Sato Miwako paused for a moment, then chuckled, "This is a backup of the case file from the recent bank robbery case involving 1 billion yen."

As she spoke, her expression turned serious. "I have a feeling that it's not right to close the case with the prisoner's suicide, but after reviewing the case file in detail, I can't find any obvious suspicious points. Today is the day for reviewing the case file, so I have to return this document as soon as possible."

Sato Miwako looked around and said, "Then I'll be going now. If Inspector Megure comes and asks me about it later, please help me explain."

She left just in time, because as soon as she left, all her admirers from the First Investigation Division arrived.

The Criminal Investigation Department is a big family, full of warmth, love, laughter, and vitality.

The premise is that Miwako Sato is not here.

After finishing the usual greetings, Higashino Ning returned to his seat, his thoughts drifting back to the girl at home.

If he had traveled through time a few days earlier, would Akemi Miyano have survived?

Well, not necessarily.

After all, he's just a weakling right now.

"System, view personal skills."

【OK. 】

【宿主当前拥有如下技能：基础医疗护理（lv2）、基础格斗（lv1）、基础枪械使用及知识（lv2）、驾驶技术（lv1）、电脑技术（lv2）】

There seem to be quite a few skills, but all of them are at very low levels.

According to the system's level classification, level 1 is considered generally qualified, level 2 is proficient, level 3 is skilled, level 4 is master, level 5 is master craftsman, and level 6 is the highest.

There is also a proficiency progress bar after the skill level. For example, his basic fighting skill is lv1:95%, just one step away from breaking through to level 2.

"I wonder what level Kyogoku Makoto's fighting style is."

Higashino Ning suddenly thought of that man, feeling that his performance was at least level 4.

Fortunately, he has a system, and the reward points he gets from solving cases can also be used to upgrade his skill level.

Level 1 skill, each reward point can be exchanged for 10% progress.

Level 2 skill, 5%.

At level 3, only 1% remains, and at level 4, it's a pitiful 0.1%.

"Becoming stronger is indeed a long process..." Higashino Ning couldn't help but sigh.

pat.

A document was placed to Higashino Ning's right. Takagi Wataru leaned on the table and asked, "What are you muttering to yourself?"

Higashino Ning shook his head, raised an eyebrow, and glanced at the document. "What's this?"