Ms. Moriarty wants to save Beika Town today too.

Maori Kogoro greeted Hayden. Because he also wanted to go to Tsukikage Island at the same time, he shared the fare in disguise, and there were only four passengers, so he could only talk to him.

"That's so strange, is Tsukikage Island very famous, Sister Xiaolan?" Conan asked Maori Ran quietly.

"I don't know."

Conan felt that Moon Shadow Island was not a good tourist destination, otherwise his uncle would not have said something like “It’s better to go to such a desolate island to enjoy the flowers than to go there to enjoy the flowers.”

But why would a foreigner who couldn't even speak Japanese fluently go to Moon Shadow Island alone?

"Big brother, do you know anyone on Moon Shadow Island?"

Hayden looked at the source of the voice, a little boy whose head was not even as high as his thighs. He pretended to be kind and said, "Boy, I think the name of this island is very cool, and I like islands very much, so I want to take a boat to see it. I will be returning to the United States soon, so I plan to have a good time before that."

very strange.

Conan felt something was wrong again.

The person in front of him had very fair skin and didn't look like someone who traveled often. If he often went to the island, he would probably carry some swimming gear or something like that, but this person only brought a small backpack and a violin case.

More like a musician going somewhere to perform.

Conan was too lazy to expose the other party. If he suddenly made an inference without any reason, he might get a slap in the face from Uncle Maori.

"So this is ah."

The two sides just exchanged a few pleasantries. After boarding the ship, Conan went to the deck and chatted with Maori and his daughter while enjoying the sea breeze.

He noticed that the foreign man had been staying in the lounge since he got on the ship and did not look like a travel enthusiast at all.

……

After getting off the boat, the two sides parted ways.

Conan and his friends came to the Citizens' Office to look for their client this time - Keiji Aso.

After they explained the situation, the staff was confused: "It's strange that we can't find this name..."

"Please look carefully again. Here is a letter he sent to me."

Kogoro Mori took out the letter.

"But he's not registered on the resident list. I just arrived on this island..."

At this time, the owner came to inquire, the staff explained the situation and reported the name "Keiji Aso".

"what!"

The director was shocked and horrified at first, and shouted loudly: "Are you talking about Keiji Aso?!" Then, everyone in the civic office began to stammer. The director explained excitedly: "It is impossible for such a thing to happen, because he, he died more than ten years ago!"

This explanation shocked the Maori trio.

The director explained the details further, saying that Keiji Aso was born on an island and was a famous pianist, and that he killed his wife and daughter, set fire, and played the moonlight music.

Sensing that the atmosphere was not right, the three of them left the Citizens' Office.

"It's actually a letter written by a dead person. What a disgusting prank!" complained Kogoro Mouri.

The letter read: On the next full-moon night, shadows will begin to disappear again on Moon Shadow Island. Please investigate the details, Keiji Aso.

Conan next to him said, "That may not be the case. The other party has already paid all the handling fees, and the postmark is also from Tsukikage Island. So, it must be someone on the island. I want to ask you, uncle, to help him investigate the matter of Aso Keiji."

Mao Lilan also agreed.

"Okay, I just heard him say that the village chief lives in the Citizens' Office... Let's go over and take a look."

As they were walking on the road, they happened to meet Dr. Cheng Shi who was saying goodbye to a patient.

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After helping the injured child recover from the fall, Asai Narumi said goodbye with a smile.

Although the arrival of Winnet and Renata affects his revenge plan, his daily routine as a doctor on the island will not change, even though the deadline is only one day.

He was about to turn around and enter the clinic when he suddenly heard a girl's voice.

Mao Lilan, who came forward to ask for directions, called Cheng Shi and said, "Excuse me, excuse me..."

Cheng Shi turned around and saw the trio.

He recognized the face of the middle-aged man. It was the detective Maori Kogoro who was very popular in Tokyo recently and the person he sent the letter to. This original slightly impulsive decision has now become a "stumbling block" to the plan.

Seeing Cheng Shi turned around, Mao Lilan continued to ask: "Excuse me, where is the community center on the island?"

Cheng Shiping raised his left hand and pointed the direction of the community center to the three people: "It's... after turning the corner ahead, go straight to the end."

Cheng Shi smiled naturally and said, "Are you from Tokyo?"

"Yes, I came here on the same boat as before."

"Hey! I was also born in Tokyo!" He continued with a smile, "But this island is completely different from Tokyo. Isn't it great?"

He opened his arms slightly. "The air is so fresh and so quiet." Suddenly, a van with an automatic horn passed by: "Shimizu, Shimizu Masato, please vote for Shimizu Masato."

It seemed a little out of place, breaking the peaceful atmosphere. Cheng Shi explained, "However, this is a special situation because the election for the village chief is about to be held."

"Village head election?"

"The candidates include Mr. Shimizu, the current fisherman representative, Mr. Kuroiwa, the current village chief whose evaluation has recently declined, and Mr. Kawashima, the largest property owner on the island." Cheng Shi made a gun shape with his fingers, clamped them under his chin, and pretended to think, "The patients' opinions are to vote for Mr. Kawashima."

Maori Kogoro raised his hands in surrender: "Okay, nurse. We have no interest in the village chief election at all."

Cheng Shi smiled confidently and said, "I am the doctor here, Cheng Shi, and I have a formal medical license."

"So you are a doctor."

Cheng Shi put his hands in his pockets and said, "If you go to the community center, you can meet the three people I just mentioned." He explained the situation, "Because tonight there will be a ceremony to commemorate the third anniversary of the succession of the former village chief, Mr. Guishan."

"The former village chief..." Conan paused.

"The third anniversary succession ceremony..." added Kogoro Mori.

"Doctor Cheng Shi?"

When they were a little dumbfounded, a person they were very familiar with suddenly walked out of the clinic. Mao Lilan saw the person and waved her hand happily, "Ms. Winnet!"

Asai Narimi looked surprised and looked around at the two of them: "So you two know each other?"

"Yes!" Mao Lilan nodded, "Ms. Winnet is a pastor of a church in Tokyo. We are friends."

Conan was also shocked. He felt that he ran into Winnet often recently.

"Sister Winnet, are you here too?" he asked.

Cheng Shi bowed and said to the short Conan: "I invited Miss Winnet to the island. We are very good friends." Cheng Shi turned his head and showed a lively smile, "Right?"

His acting is really natural, worthy of a person who even she finds androgynous. Winnett murmured in her heart, but on the surface she showed a friendly smile and replied, "Yes, Dr. Chengshi and I met at a charity event organized by the church. Although Dr. Chengshi is a doctor on Yueying Island, she returns to Tokyo on weekends and takes out her rest time to participate in unpaid volunteer activities. She is a very kind and beautiful person."

Although he knew that Winette's words were somewhat acting, Cheng Shi was still a little shy to be praised by such a beautiful woman: "How could that be?" He raised his palm and shook it, "I just like children more."

"Yes, yes." Mao Lilan agreed with a smile, "Dr. Asai is really a good person. He was so kind to help us find the way and tell us about the island."

Conan switched angles and asked, "Sister Winnet, are you sick?"

"No," she answered, "I'm here to have fun. Sometimes I feel like slacking off."

Winette blinked an eye.

In Conan's eyes, this was not playful, but rather a bit threatening.

The woman in front of him didn't treat him as an ordinary child at all. She was really terribly perceptive. However, thanks to his current appearance, at least he wouldn't be suspected of being an adult in disguise.

"By the way, Mr. Maori, Xiaolan, why did you come to the island? For vacation?"

"Who would come to a place like this for vacation?" Maori Kogoro said disdainfully, but suddenly saw Dr. Cheng Shi's "smile" and immediately corrected his words, "Oh, this is really a great place for tourism and leisure!"

Mao Lilan was used to her father's appearance. She explained: "My father received a commission from the residents of the island!"

"Commission?" Cheng Shi pretended to be confused.

Winnet explained to him: "Lan's father is a famous detective in Tokyo and has even been on TV!"

Kogoro Mouri rubbed the back of his head and smiled.

It doesn't matter if you remove "in Tokyo", he thought to himself, he will soon be the most famous detective in Japan. Maori Kogoro fantasizes about beautiful women and luxury cars.

"So you are Mr. Detective." Cheng Shi smiled, "Even the famous detective didn't realize that I am actually a doctor. No wonder I am always misunderstood."

"Because Miss Chengshi is very gentle and cheerful, she gives people the feeling of a nurse." Mao Lilan explained.

Cheng Shi was a little troubled by the praise.

At this time, Renata, who was dressed warmly, also came out of the clinic. She nodded slightly at Maori and the other two.

Winnett took the initiative to introduce the three people: "This is my friend, Renata."

Renata showed up, and Cheng Shi turned around and said, "You should rest more and stop walking around."

Cheng Shi helped Renata into the clinic and said, "I'm sorry, I have to leave you for a moment."

Mao Lilan approached Winnet and asked in a whispering gesture: "Miss Winnet, is Miss Renata feeling unwell?"

Winnett made up an excuse: "Well. She is very interested in classical clothing. When she was trying on an antique dress, the bustle of her skirt broke and the rib of the umbrella pierced her stomach. She is still recovering."

Ran Mao Li became short-eyed. This kind of injury was completely beyond her imagination.

Conan was also embarrassed. This was a bit too strange.

Since he was injured, he went to an island like this... No matter how you look at it, sailing on the sea is not helpful for physical recovery, right?

Maori Kogoro remembered the important business, and he said to Winnet, "Well, Miss Winnet. We have to go to the community center, so I'll leave for now."

Mao Lilan bowed politely and said goodbye to Winnet. Although she wanted to chat for a while, the detective's commission was also serious business.

"I wish you good luck in your investigation!"

……

After saying goodbye to Winnett, the Maori family headed towards the community center. Following Chengshi's instructions, they soon left the country road and entered an open road.

At the end, there was indeed a two-story building that was built differently from the houses in the village and covered a large area.

but……

"The previous village chief got a really bad evaluation!" Kogoro Mouri complained.

After all, the entrance to the community center was packed with islanders, making even more noise than when the propaganda van passed by. No... it was more than just noisy, as many villagers held up signs and shouted "We will not allow the current village chief to be tyrannical" and "We want to defeat privileges," as if they were about to revolt for democracy.

"Ha ha……"

Conan looked at it and laughed dryly, also feeling it was very troublesome.

After they entered the community center, they talked to the front desk staff and sat in the lounge area to wait. But the efficiency was not very high. They waited for a long time but there was no reply. Maori Kogoro felt very impatient.

Conan also started walking around, and he pushed open a room where no one was.

Mao Lilan saw it and quickly came up to remind him: "No, Conan."

But after she finished speaking, her father went in again, and she had no choice but to look helpless.

Maori Kogoro looked around and said, "What's wrong... Uh, what a big room!" He walked to the window and said, "The sea is behind the community center."

The room was very empty, with only a piano in it.

Mao Lilan had no choice but to follow him in. When she saw the piano, she was very confused, "Why is this piano so dirty?" Conan replied to her, "In fact, it only needs to be cleaned up a little."

At this moment, a reckless man walked in from the door and shouted in a panic: "No, no! Don't touch it!"

When Mao Lilan heard his voice, she raised the piano cover with both hands and stopped in mid-air, then turned around. The gentleman at the door pointed at the piano and shouted, "That piano is the one that Mr. Aso played at the concert on the day of his death - it's a cursed piano!"

"No way, how could this be cursed?" Kogoro Mouri looked helpless.

With technology so advanced nowadays, how come there are still people who believe in things like curses and ghosts?

The gentleman was sweating coldly on his face and continued, "It's not just Mr. Aso, the same thing happened to the village chief!"

"So, it's Mr. Kameyama Yong who will be holding the ceremony today!"

"Yes, it happened two years ago. It was a full moon night, and I happened to be passing by nearby. There should be no one in the community center, but I heard someone playing the piano. I approached the window of the community center, and when I opened my mouth to confirm whether there was anyone there, the sound stopped immediately." He choked and continued, "When I walked in, Mr. Kameyama collapsed on the piano. The cause of death was a heart attack, and the song he was playing at the time was the Moonlight Sonata that Mr. Aso kept playing in the flames. From then on, this piano was unknowingly called the cursed piano."

In the eyes of Conan, a staunch materialist, these words are simply an exaggerated version of what happened.

He suddenly opened the piano lid and put his hands on it and pressed the keys randomly.

"Conan! This piano..." Just as Mouri Ran was about to stop her, Conan had already taken control.