The cross-dressing master in the world of Detective Conan

Chapter 510 Miwako's Intuition

"Forehead?"

Upon hearing this unexpected answer, the bespectacled, flamboyant man, Hiroshige Kusaka, was visibly stunned for a moment.

It seems they didn't expect this result.

He then gave Suzuki Sonoko, who didn't look like a rich young lady, a surprised look.

They probably didn't expect that Sonoko, who looks like an ordinary girl, would have such a big background.

She wasn't sure if it was just her imagination, but she felt that the guy seemed relieved after hearing Xiaolan's explanation.

Kazama Kaoru had no interest in dealing with this playwright or reporter. With his dyed red hair and blue sunglasses, he always gave off an unfathomable and gloomy feeling.

Kaoru Kazama has no interest in prying into other people's privacy, nor does she want to be disturbed in her leisurely daily life.

Therefore, it is natural to politely decline such people.

He and Miwako ate to their hearts' content.

For now, the red-haired man's attention is mainly focused on Uncle Mori.

Only after realizing that the other party was not there to investigate the case did she relax a little and subconsciously look around, only to see Kazama Kaoru eating heartily.

"And this young lady is?"

As Professor Agasa had previously stated, all ten of them were able to board the ship because of Sonoko.

It's not hard to tell which ten people came together based on their seating positions.

Therefore, Kaoru Kazama and Miwako, who were not involved in this, attracted the attention of Hiroshige Kusaka.

"My name is Kazama, and I currently work for the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. However, I'm not here to investigate any cases, so you can rest assured."

Kaoru Kazama, amidst his busy schedule, looked up and answered this guy whose focus was so strange.

However, upon hearing this answer, Hiroshige's smile froze for a moment before returning to normal without being noticed.

"Haha, Officer Kazama is joking. I'm just a loyal mystery enthusiast, which is why I'm a bit sensitive to these things. But it's really an honor to meet the famous Detective Mouri and a young and promising senior officer from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department at the same time."

Clearly, Hirose Kusaka possesses extraordinary observational skills.

Judging from Kaoru Kazama's demeanor, she was not the kind of timid and ordinary person.

However, judging from his age, he could not possibly be a police superintendent, a position that requires more than three years of experience.

Therefore, considering the other party's aura, behavior, and age, the most suitable police rank for her is undoubtedly that of a junior officer, who is also the highest leader at the crime scene—the position of police inspector.

"You're too kind."

Kazama Kaoru chose to ignore the obvious flattery from this red-haired man with unclear motives.

Anyway, this guy's attention was focused on the famous detective Kogoro Mouri from beginning to end.

Although it may be a bit embarrassing to say, as things stand, the police's investigative capabilities are currently far behind those of so-called detectives.

Even if it's mainly because of those few overpowered individuals, the police, as the violent law enforcement agency responsible for maintaining order in this world, are still far too incompetent in handling cases.

Thinking of this, Kaoru Kazama narrowed his eyes slightly.

The reward Shiratori gave her was not just this trip for two with Miwako.

There was also accurate information obtained from higher-ups in the Metropolitan Police Department.

Kaoru Kazama will undergo an internal exam soon before being officially promoted to police inspector.

There's no way around it; as one of only 500 professional members out of 300,000 police officers in all of Japan, Kaoru Kazama's path to promotion is just that simple and unreasonable.

The adults chatted and drank, while the children, full of curiosity, kept asking the playwright questions.

It mainly refers to what he mentioned before, a TV series set on a luxury cruise ship.

But the conversation eventually turned to the owner of the cruise ship – Yatsushiro Merchant Ships.

"Speaking of sinkings, I remember there was an accidental sinking of an eighth-generation merchant ship after hitting an iceberg, right?"

Uncle Mori recalled.

"Yes, that happened fifteen years ago in winter."

As the chief designer of the Yaphrodi, Minami Akiyoshi undoubtedly had a thorough understanding of the history of the Yatsudai merchant ships.

"I remember it was due to the captain's misjudgment."

It seems that the relationship was confirmed by Minako Akiyoshi, who looks very much like his wife, or perhaps it was due to the uncle's ever-present desire to perform.

In short, unlike his previous awkward attempts to show off, this time the uncle genuinely demonstrated his extensive knowledge as a detective.

"However, if this ship sinks, I think the first to be rescued will definitely be those people."

Hiroshige Kusaka, with a mocking tone, turned his gaze to the other side, to the position of the former prime minister.

Whether by coincidence or not, right after he said that, the two former chairmen of the Yashiro Group, Yashiro Entarō and his daughter Yashiro Takae, also came out.

They really managed to gather all the important figures on this ship.

However, to Kazama Kaoru's surprise, this red-haired man seemed to be very concerned about the internal affairs of the Yashiro Group.

Is this script based on a story about a feud between wealthy families?

Kaoru Kazama was fine on his own, but it was a bit of a shame he didn't bring Akemi along.

As a die-hard soap opera fan, she should be a big fan of this kind of thing.

"Eh, I remember that President Takae's husband passed away in a car accident not long ago?"

Sonoko asked, puzzled.

The implication was that the woman who was smiling and entertaining the former prime minister did not look like a widow who had just lost her husband.

"Yes, Professor Hidetoshi Yashiro. He is my boss and the chief designer of this ship."

When Minako Akiyoshi said this, she lowered her head slightly and looked rather downcast.

Kaoru Kazama had heard some things about this matter.

Although the accident fifteen years ago was not recorded in the Metropolitan Police Department's files, the Yadai Group, as a powerful family, attracts a lot of attention for its every move.

Although the incident fifteen years ago, in which the iceberg struck and fell silent, was declared an accident.

However, there seem to be other versions of this story, such as it being a conspiracy by the Yatsushiro Group.

However, she didn't pay much attention to it.

"Xiao Xun!"

The deep female voice that came from beside him startled Kazama Kaoru, who was deep in thought, before he realized that it was Miwako speaking in his ear.

"what happened?"

"The car accident involving Eito Yashiro happened to be a case I was previously in charge of."

"So, what you mean is?"

"While this might just be my own subjective speculation, I have a feeling that this car accident wasn't so simple. Of course, I don't have any evidence at the moment."

Miwako's words drew Kaoru Kazama's attention.

She trusted Miwako quite a bit.

As one of the few police officers in the Metropolitan Police Department who possesses independent thought, Miwako's intuition is often quite accurate.

This is probably a characteristic of martial arts practitioners; Xiaolan is sometimes like that too.

"I remember it was ruled an accident, right? Just like they said, Eito Yashiro suffered a heart attack while driving, which caused the car accident. If you say this case isn't simple, then it's very likely that it was deliberately caused."

Kaoru Kazama understood her best friend's meaning very accurately.

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Miwako nodded in agreement.

In addition to trusting Miwako, Kaoru Kazama also has a deep understanding of the Conan world.

The accidents that happen here are rarely simple.

What's more terrifying than accidents is the human heart.

We've had most of our pre-meal snacks, so it's about time for our main meal.

Now, compared to the chaotic hall before, everyone is mostly seated.

The reception hall was filled with laughter and cheerful conversation, with the sounds of glasses clinking and toasting filling the air.

After the captain of the Yaphrodi made his appearance and gave a speech, everyone officially began their meal.

Before that, Sonoko had made a serious statement before the meal.

This includes Ran winning the Kanto Karate Championship.

Upon learning of this, Kaoru Kazama immediately looked at Conan.

Surprisingly, he's quite optimistic, lacking a proper understanding of the serious matter of his childhood sweetheart's growing fighting prowess.

If they get married in the future, when conflicts arise between husband and wife, no matter how eloquent they are, they can't beat a punch.

Of course, given Ran's gentle nature, the possibility of her committing domestic violence against Shinichi Kudo is virtually zero.

"Xiao Lan, I wish you all the best in your karate, and that you'll blow the head off some scumbag who's always out there on the streets."

"this..."

Hearing Kazama Kaoru's domineering declaration, Ran was a little overwhelmed.

"That's right, that's exactly it. Kudo hasn't come back for so long, maybe he's been attracted by that vixen. If he comes back, Ran, you have to teach him a lesson."

In this regard, Sonoko and Kaoru Kazama are in complete agreement.

Of course, Conan's increasingly worse complexion was not something she considered.

"You're right, Xiaolan, you really need to teach that brat a lesson."

Uncle Mori, after taking a sip of red wine, agreed with this viewpoint.