Ke Xue exorcists demons and starts with immobilization

At this moment, outside the door,

'This Vermouth is so tight-lipped...'

Chu Zhong frowned slightly.

It's not that we haven't considered torture.

However, Vermouth had helped in the shooting and was at odds with Gin within the organization, making her someone who could be won over and used.

Secondly, Vermouth herself was a spy, with strong mental fortitude, and it was not easy to get her to talk.

Injuring or maiming someone would not only reduce their usefulness but also invite retaliation from the Black Organization, which would backfire.

Finally, torture is generally the least sophisticated method, and using this tactic would only lower the 'organization's' standing in Vermouth's eyes.

Less is more.

Chu Zhong believed that the information about the Black Organization that had just been revealed, as well as the strength that had been displayed, was enough to make Vermouth and the higher-ups of the Black Organization behind her wary.

Before figuring out what this "organization" he was referring to is, the Black Organization should not dare to make any further rash moves.

In particular, after being given Drug A, Shinichi Kudo, who should have died, was resurrected in a completely new and powerful form, which has touched upon the organization's most important core matters.

This was also Chu Zhong's way of helping Conan establish his identity, separating 'Conan' and 'Shinichi Kudo' into two different people, so that Gin wouldn't become suspicious later and cause trouble for the Mouri family.

'Gin is definitely concerned about Shinichi Kudo, who's disappeared without a trace.'

'I really don't know how Conan survived so many episodes in the original manga...'

Chu Zhong couldn't help but silently complain in his heart.

Subsequently,

[Deduct 1000 Spirit Essence, Boss-level Vermouth Dungeon activated]

I have to say, disposable disguise masks are incredibly useful.

Chu Zhong plans to prepare several more.

It should drop in Vermouth's dungeon...

only……

Twenty minutes later.

[Mission objective failed, instance automatically closed]

The instance is set at a cocktail party, where you need to find three people disguised by Vermouth within 20 minutes, and you only have three chances to identify them.

Chu Zhong knew very little about disguise techniques, so he naturally failed to find any of them and his challenge was a complete failure.

'I need to go back and think of a solution...'

'Try next time...'

Chu Zhong was not discouraged. While thinking of a solution, he quickly left the apartment.

Not far from the apartment,

Kogoro called to say that the Metropolitan Police Department had investigated the situation and confirmed that the shooting was unrelated to the released prisoners, so there was no need to worry about anyone seeking revenge.

Now I can go back to the office without worry.

Chu Zhong suggested, "Uncle, why don't you stay at the hotel for another night?"

"I already paid for the room this morning, so I might as well stay."

"Besides, Xiaolan is probably still staying at Attorney Fei's place. If she goes back to the firm, she won't have dinner tonight."

We need to give the Black Organization some time to process the matter of 'Shinichi Kudo'.

"Then... I'll stay one more night!" Kogoro agreed immediately when he heard that he could stay in a hotel for free.

Only after returning to the hotel and meeting Kogoro,

Chu Zhong did not find Conan.

"Oh, that kid? He was picked up by that old man before. He said he's going on a trip for a few days."

Kogoro muttered irritably, "That annoying brat, he better not come back. He made me all filthy this morning..."

It's obviously referring to Conan drawing maps in bed.

'Looks like Conan has finally realized he's afraid of death and is hiding.'

Chu Zhong chuckled inwardly.

With the potential threat gone, Kogoro reverted to his usual self, putting his arm around Chu Zhong's shoulder and chuckling, "It's rare that Ran isn't home..."

"Chu Zhong, would you like to come with me to the specialty street tonight?"

"I have some great recommendations!"

Seeing Kogoro's unserious demeanor, Chu Zhong vaguely guessed what kind of themed street it was.

only……

"Uncle, are you sure you want to take me there?"

Chu Zhong couldn't quite tell if Kogoro was joking or conducting some kind of test.

"Of course! Young people should broaden their horizons!"

Kogoro dragged Chu Zhong away from the hotel, saying, "If we don't see it now, we'll have an even harder time later!"

That evening, Chu Zhong followed Kogoro, an experienced driver, to explore the local specialty streets in the brightly lit city.

Even though he had expected it, Chu Zhong was still slightly surprised by some of the unique cultural features of Japan when he saw them with his own eyes.

Men and women of different appearances, weights, and ages pose and preen for passersby in the shops on the ground floor of the building, like merchandise for sale, actively soliciting customers.

There are also various costumes, props, roles, sisters, mothers and daughters...

The pedestrians on the street, young and old, men and women, were used to this... There were even children who had sneaked in...

Amidst the dazzling array of perfume scents

Chu Zhong was strangely calm, with no desire to buy anything, nor any thought of helping others out of their predicament.

This is a unique aspect of Japanese culture, something deeply ingrained in them. Any attempt to change it would only lead to complaints from their customers about how it affects their profits...

Chapter 61 Cannibalism Course, Section 2

Guided by Kogoro, Chu Zhong gained a deeper understanding of the unique culture of the Cherry Blossom Country.

The more I learn, the more satisfied I feel.

The average moral standard in my hometown is too high, making it difficult to fulfill some of my wish lists.

Unlike the unique culture of Japan, where people are exposed to it from a young age and become accustomed to it as adults.

As expected, it has to be the land of cherry blossoms, this land that values ​​etiquette, that is where he can achieve his dreams!

'No wonder it went so smoothly...'

Chu Zhong thought of two beautiful women.

It was because of them that Chu Zhong's mind remained undisturbed even as he strolled among the fragrant powder.

With better options available, there's no need to pursue trivial substitutes. Furthermore, the trials in the dungeons have given Chu Zhong a greater sense of composure.

"What? No one you like?"

Kogoro stared intently at the various beautiful women the whole way, but when he turned his head, he found that Chu Zhong's gaze was indifferent, as if he had no interest.

As a fellow man, Kogoro knows that it's hard to pretend to be indifferent when you see a 'type of goods' you like... at least Kogoro himself can't do it.

Chu Zhong smiled and said in a clear voice, "Perhaps... Xiao Lan is just too outstanding?"

"Good lad!" Kogoro exclaimed with respect. "You know your stuff... ugh, what do you mean 'know your stuff'? You have good taste!"

Seeing that Chu Zhong spoke so highly of Xiao Lan, Kogoro, as her father, was naturally pleased. He immediately abandoned the sightseeing on the themed street and dragged Chu Zhong to go for a drink.

Chu Zhong, finding it impolite to refuse, followed Kogoro to a private room in a restaurant.

Kogoro skillfully selected a geisha with a face painted as white as a wall, dressed in a kimono, to drink and listen to music.

Chu Zhong couldn't appreciate this kind of thing, so he made an excuse to go downstairs to buy some wine, took out the Wine Immortal beer, and had a drink with Kogoro.

As long as it's not used as a projectile, Beer is not corrosive; on the contrary, it's a delicious beer with a unique flavor.

The geisha danced and sang, and her sweet words while serving drinks often made Kogoro laugh.

A kind of unrestrained laughter.

Chu Zhong watched from the side, but could taste a faint sense of despondency in the wine.

If the warehouse is solid, you will know etiquette; if you have enough food and clothing, you will know honor and disgrace.

If Conan had never appeared, and there had been no "Sleeping Kogoro," Kogoro, without fame, respect, or a spiritually impoverished world, would likely have found it difficult to escape his penchant for alcohol and women.

It seems that Conan is still somewhat useful to the Mori family.

As night deepened, Kogoro, thoroughly drunk, fell asleep on the tatami mats.

"Sir, we are here..."

The geisha leaned closer, introducing more extras that required money to unlock.

Chu Zhong refused these special services, paid the bill, and dismissed the geisha.

[...Boss-level Kogoro Mouri dungeon is now open...]

[The instance is closing...]

Chu Zhong quickly finished the dungeon around midnight, gained some more items, and then took a taxi back to the hotel to sleep.

the next morning,

Teitan High School, before class.

"Chu Jun, we're meeting with Attorney Fei this afternoon. Should we dress more formally?"

The garden was discussing it.

"Just wear your school uniform..." Ran Mouri was speechless. "And Sonoko, why are you going to join in the fun?"

Sonoko said matter-of-factly, "Do I need a reason to join in the fun? By the way, Chu Jun, Attorney Fei likes Kiba chocolate, should we buy some while we're at it?"

Kiba chocolate?

Chu Zhong felt that the brand name sounded a bit strange, and shook his head slightly. "Everything else is fine, but chocolate has too many connotations. It would be bad if it caused any misunderstandings."

Ran Mouri glared at her best friend: "Sonoko, are you deliberately giving me this terrible idea?!"

"How could I dare..." Sonoko looked innocent, raising her hands in surrender, but couldn't hide the mischievousness in her eyes.

The meeting this afternoon has been arranged.

Sonoko then asked about the progress of the investigation into the shooting incident.

"It's been investigated and found out; it was a false alarm."

Ran Mouri also received a call from her father, Kogoro Mouri, yesterday. She then turned to Chu Zhong, "So... Chu-kun, what are you doing tonight...?"

Chu Zhong nodded. "Okay, I'll go back to live next to the firm."

Sonoko muttered under her breath, "It's just going back to where you used to live, Ran. You're stammering like that. Anyone who didn't know better would think you were planning something."

Ran Mouri blushed a little at this, "No way... Besides, I'm not going back to the office tonight."

"What will happen tonight if we go back to the office to stay?" Sonoko nudged her best friend with her elbow and teased.

Ran Mouri's face instantly turned burning hot, and she immediately fled back to her seat, covering her face with her textbook.

But the events that happened in the infirmary yesterday kept replaying in my mind.

"Humph~"

Sonoko tilted her head slightly in triumph, as if she had won something.

Then he met Chu Zhong's gaze.