Conan: I'm Really Not Tokyo Ghost Story

Yamato Kansuke nonchalantly stated that he had already touched it before.

...Isn't this just smearing her own name? Is she even thinking straight?

Sano frowned secretly.

However, although it is unknown whether this guy did it intentionally or unintentionally, based on Sano's experience, the possibility that the murderer is Yamato Kansuke is extremely low.

Regardless of whether it is developing normally.

Let's take a macro perspective, focusing on the social circle of the plague god.

Subsequently, Morofushi Takaaki raised the crucial issue of eyewitness accounts with Yamato Kansuke.

Yamato Kansuke continued to deny it nonchalantly, saying he must have seen it wrong.

This led to another round of mutual mockery between him and Kuroda Hyōe.

"...You police really know how to play games."

Back at the police station, Kuroda and Sano went back to their office and stayed there.

The plague-ridden family in the corridor took the opportunity to inquire about the situation from the other police officers.

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He was mocked by Sano once again.

This made Kuroda Hyōe's already unpleasant expression even more unpleasant.

This time, Sano didn't even bother to define the scope, directly targeting the entire "police" group, which naturally made people unhappy.

Unfortunately, Kuroda Hyōe had no way to refute it.

Because we haven't even caught a hair on the head of the murderer yet, and to put it another way, it's insulting.

Could there be a more insulting declaration of defiance from the murderer?

Fortunately, this person remained indifferent throughout, even when mocking.

The insult is greatly reduced when it comes from this person's mouth.

If you simply ignore it, you won't say anything more.

This also gave Kuroda Hyōe time to rethink things.

...The day was almost over, and there was still no progress.

He first appeared in Kyoto, alongside the guy who initially called himself Black Fox but later changed his name to Kurosawa Gin, both in terms of his abilities and their relationship.

Kuroda Hyōe felt he had sufficient reason to suspect that it was the person in black.

But the result was that the two white-clad members in Kyoto were reporting at the same time.

An unexpected event occurred.

Kurosawa approached the two men and succinctly stated his purpose.

Join the white coat.

This undoubtedly left Kuroda Hyōe's side completely dumbfounded.

...The people in black want to join the white-clad group that was specially set up for them?

Undercover?

Isn't that a bit too blatant?

Or is it that this person isn't actually one of the men in black, and we've misunderstood?

They held a hesitant attitude.

Kuroda Hyōe chose to agree to Kurosawa's joining... regardless of the truth.

At least being able to make contact isn't a bad thing, is it?

As for whether there will be countermeasures, is avoiding contact necessarily effective?

Until today, Kuroda Hyōe felt it was a good day and invited him over.

...I didn't understand this person's true stance, nor did I understand their purpose.

Not to mention the deeper intelligence that was originally desired.

No, we can't let this drag on any longer; this case could end at any moment.

Once it's over, there's no excuse to keep people here.

In the end, they might even have to give away a "bonus" for nothing... Although Kuroda Hyōe could choose to give less, after all, he didn't say exactly how much he would give.

But to really act that way, well, shameless.

Next time, they might just ignore you completely.

Playing like that is not as good as trying to go straight for the hard way—but that part is even more difficult.

Kuroda Hyōe really couldn't handle it; how confident was he?

Kuroda Hyōe couldn't say whether his unwavering stance, even from within the official headquarters, stemmed from genuine confidence or mere posturing, but he dared not gamble on it.

I lost the bet.

Not to mention that they let a potentially crucial thread slip by.

It's still unknown how much the price will be, the immediate losses, and the potential subsequent losses... It's hard to say exactly how much power that black-clad figure wields. If possible, Kuroda Hyōe doesn't want to get into a fight.

what?

Isn't the white coat meant to stand in place for the black coat?

What does that have to do with Kuroda Hyoue? He didn't even make the proposal. He had just woken up and was doing rehabilitation in the hospital at that time.

According to Kuroda Hyōe...

The existence of the new black-clad figure is certainly alarming, but he hasn't yet clashed with our side.

Why be so foolish as to deliberately argue with someone?

It's certainly good to be vigilant, but going too far is not a good thing.

Just as Kuroda was about to try to start a conversation again, the noise in the hallway outside the office suddenly became louder.

Sano has been keeping an eye on it.

Basically, a group of people analyzed and discussed the issue without reaching a conclusion.

Based on the facts, Morofushi Takaaki pointed the finger at Yamato Kansuke, who was the most suspicious, and the two ignored anyone else who tried to mediate.

As a result, Yamato Kansuke left to investigate alone.

"...In that case, I'll go home first. I got my clothes wet looking for clues in the rain, so I need to go home and change them."

The young police officer from the Takeda Group, who resembled Mitsuhiko somewhat, especially his mouth, suddenly said this after taking out his phone and glancing at it.

The others, of course, felt that acting alone at that moment was somewhat dangerous.

But the person then said that he lived very close by and it would be fine, and then left.

...to do this under such circumstances.

The next victim is certain.

Sano looked away and turned to Kuroda Hyoue.

"Let's make a deal."

"……what?"

Kuroda Hyoue, who had just regained his attention, was taken aback.

...A few minutes later.

Conan, who had just learned from the remaining member of the Takeda group about Kano's actions before returning home and that Yamato Kansuke knew about his return, hadn't had time to think about anything when he saw a white figure walking out.

"...Uncle Kurosawa, where are you going?"

Conan asked instinctively.

Previously, Kurosawa had been staying at the police station with Kuroda Hyoue, and later when they went to the Kano family, a bunch of police officers followed them, so Conan was also somewhat worried.

But at least it's not something I care about very much.

Things are different now.

This guy looks like he's planning to leave all by himself; this won't do.

We need to get in touch!

however.

Sano didn't even turn his head, continuing to walk out as if he were deaf and hadn't heard anything at all. This made Conan a little anxious, and he got up to chase after him.

...Don't ask Conan why he chased after them; what's the point of catching up anyway?

Asking that question is just asking for trouble.

But before they could even take two steps, a figure came running towards them.

But this startled Conan, causing him to stop in his tracks.

"...Sano, brother?"

Sano glanced at his vest as he walked towards him, feigning nonchalance.

They brushed past each other without pausing, only stopping when they reached the corridor.

"So, how many have died?"

"……senior!?"

Ran Mouri stood up in surprise: "What are you doing here?"

The three policemen standing nearby, unaware of the situation, were all stunned.

Kuroda Hyōe also walked out of the office.

Kuroda Hyoue looked Sano up and down—he recognized the high school detective.