I'm in Detective Conan, and the system has assigned me a succubus.

Ran Mouri's face instantly turned red, as if dyed by the sunset, her body stiffened, and she even breathed softly.

Uesugi Tetsu steadied her, glanced down at her white shoes, the broken shoelaces still tangled at the heels: "Be careful, the ground is a bit slippery."

"Thank you...I..." Ran Mouri looked up at Tetsu Uesugi's eyes, a flood of doubts welling up inside her.

His eyes, tone of voice, and demeanor were so similar to that man in New York a year ago.

She mustered her courage, her voice trembling with uncertainty: "Have we... met before?"

Uesugi Tetsuji stood up, the orange-red light of the setting sun falling on him, stretching his shadow long, just covering Ran Mouri's feet.

Uesugi Tetsu looked at Mouri Ran, his tone as gentle as the evening breeze, tinged with nostalgia:

"Yes, Miss Mori."

"Just a year ago in New York, on a rainy night. I'm so glad to see you looking so energetic now."

"It really is you?!" Ran Mouri's eyes lit up instantly, her voice filled with surprise. "I've been wanting to thank you. If it weren't for you that day..."

"You're welcome." Uesugi Tetsu interrupted her, gently and naturally straightening her collar, which had been ruffled by the wind. "I know we'll meet again."

"Eh...why?"

Ran Mouri blinked, the light of the setting sun falling on her eyelashes like a layer of gold dust, shimmering and sparkling with curiosity.

Uesugi Tetsu looked at her, his smile deepening.

As dusk fell, the neon lights of the amusement park lit up one by one behind them. The orange-red sunset overlapped their shadows, and the sweet scent of cotton candy carried on the evening breeze carried Uesugi Tetsuya's whispers into Ran Mouri's ears.

"Because every encounter in this world is a reunion after a long separation."

007 - There's a cow! [3K]

[Affection level with Ran Mouri +12, current affection level: 30]

Ran Mouri

Current favorability rating: 30

[Current Affection Level: Initial Acquaintance]

Basic attribute points have been increased.

[One skill has been randomly selected - Music Theory (Beginner)]

As the system notification flashed before his eyes, a look of understanding crossed Uesugi Tetsuya's eyes.

Sure enough, my trip to New York a year ago foreshadowed this encounter.

At that time, he and Vermouth were carrying out organizational tasks separately.

Vermouth disguised herself as a murderer in an attempt to lure Shuichi Akai out.

However, an accident occurred midway, and Ran Mouri, who was also involved in the incident, was also put in danger.

Fortunately, Toru Uesugi arrived in time and grabbed Ran Mouri and Vermouth, who were about to fall off the roof.

Only then were the two rescued from the chaos and danger.

At that time, he had not yet awakened his memories and system, so when the system appeared later, he was stunned when he saw Vermouth, whom he had already conquered.

After reviewing the situation, I realized that the final preparations were made during my trip to New York.

Seeing Ran Mouri again today, I'm afraid I'll directly inherit the goodwill I had back then.

After all, when you start pursuing someone you don't know, your initial affection level will be zero, and you need to gradually increase it.

The orange-red sunset, like molten gold, covered the stone paths of the amusement park, and even the air was filled with a warm temperature. The sweet scent of cotton candy wafted in the wind from afar.

Ran Mouri stood still, her long hair, which had been ruffled by the wind, still clinging to the back of her ears. The earlobe she touched when she raised her hand to smooth her hair was still slightly warm, and even her palms were damp with a thin layer of sweat.

Her gaze was drawn to Uesugi Tetsuya's profile as if by a magnet.

The setting sun fell on his shoulders, softening his silhouette, and this scene suddenly overlapped with a vague memory in his mind.

A year ago in New York, it was drizzling when she was caught up in a murder case.

Her heart was pounding so hard it felt like it was going to burst out of her chest, until someone reached out and grabbed her wrist; that hand was broad and warm.

The warmth of her palm seeped through her damp, cold sleeves, like a small, warm flame, pulling her out of the chaos and danger.

Ran Mouri only remembered that after the other person rescued her, he knelt down and said softly, "Don't be afraid, I will take you to a safe place. Everything will be alright, Miss."

Unfortunately, the rain and fog became too thick, and she could only watch the other person's back disappear around the street corner.

I didn't even get a clear look at their faces. I thought it was just a chance encounter and that I would never have the chance to see them again in this life.

I never expected to meet you again today.

Why is this happening?

I only really met him today, but it feels like we've known each other for a long time; even his tone of voice feels warm and familiar...

The thought flashed through her mind, and she hurriedly looked away, staring at the overlapping shadows on the ground.

But then he couldn't help but steal a glance back, as if afraid of missing something, his eyes filled with a mixture of excitement and panic.

"What's wrong, Miss Mori?" Uesugi Tetsu turned his head and met her gaze, a hint of a smile in his eyes.

He's standing right here; if you want to look, just look openly. There's no need to hide it.

"No...it's nothing." Ran Mouri shook her head, her ear tips burning even hotter, as if they were reddened by the setting sun.

She quickly took half a step back, her hands unconsciously twisting the hem of her coat, not daring to look at Uesugi Tetsu again. "I...I'm going back."

"Aren't you going to play a little longer?" Uesugi Tetsu looked around.

The carousel in the distance was already lit up with colorful lights, and staff were carrying floats for the parade.

The nighttime parade seemed to be about to begin, and a lively atmosphere was slowly spreading.

"No... I'm already very happy today." Ran Mouri took a step forward, and the evening breeze suddenly blew her long hair, the orange-red light outlining the golden edges of the strands.

She discreetly tucked her hands behind her back, her fingers gently twitching, her body leaning slightly forward. The curves of her waist and hips were accentuated by her coat, swaying like willow branches. Her smile held an undisguised joy.

"It would be even more wonderful to meet Mr. Uesugi again."

"I feel just as lucky to be able to meet Ms. Mori here again."

Uesugi Tetsu stared intently into Ran Mouri's eyes, the setting sun casting a bright glow upon them, like stars shining within, his smile brimming with sincerity.

"If it's convenient, shall I take you back?" Uesugi Tetsuya suddenly suggested.

"Won't this be too much trouble for you?" Ran Mouri's voice softened, her earlobes turning orange-red along with the setting sun, like they were stained with rouge.

“How could that be?” Uesugi Tetsu walked to her side, their shadows overlapping on the ground. “I would be very happy to be trusted by a girl like Ms. Mori.”

As the two walked to the amusement park parking lot, dusk had already fallen, and the streetlights began to glow with a warm yellow light.

A vintage Porsche 356A was parked in the corner, its metal body gleaming coldly under the lights.

A black Ford Mustang Mach1 was parked in the distance, its sharp lines resembling a cheetah poised for action. It was a modified version of John Wick's car from "John Wick," modified by Toru Uesugi, and its performance remained impressive.

Uesugi Tetsu opened the Mustang's door, then turned to Ran Mouri and said, "Please wait here for me, okay?"

"Eh... Mr. Uesugi, is something urgent? If it's too much trouble, I can go back by myself..."

Before Ran Mouri could finish speaking, Tetsu Uesugi reached out and peeled a piece of fruit candy.

Uesugi Tetsu leaned closer and gently placed the candy in her mouth, silencing her before she could say anything.

Ran Mouri's face instantly flushed, and her tongue, which was filled with sugar, tasted the sweet fruit flavor.

delicious.

“It’s alright, it won’t be long.” Uesugi Tetsu leaned down and looked directly into her eyes, his gaze full of determination and confidence.

"I will definitely come back, please believe me, okay?"

Ran Mouri stared into his eyes, nodded blankly, and swallowed back the question that was about to come out of her mouth.

She was willing to believe him, just as she had subconsciously believed the person who had saved her a year ago in New York.

"Good girl." Uesugi Tetsu smiled and placed another fruit candy in her palm. "Good girls get another candy as a reward."

After saying that, he gently closed the car door, waved to her, and turned to walk into the shadows.

-----

As dusk faded, night fell.

Shinichi Kudo leaned to one side against the corner of the wall, his ear very close.

You can hear vodka talking to a middle-aged man not far away.

Every word they spoke made his brow furrow even more.

"What were the items in the trade?"

Did you bring the money?

These two men in black are indeed not simple; there must be a bigger conspiracy behind them.

My intuition was right!

However, just as Shinichi Kudo was about to take out his equipment to record, he heard faint footsteps behind him.

Before Shinichi Kudo could react, he felt a sharp pain in the back of his head, his vision went black, he staggered, and fell heavily to the ground, completely losing consciousness.

Uesugi Tetsu put away his baton, turned to look at Gin walking behind him, and curled his lips into a half-smile: "Surprised?"

"Hmph." Gin snorted coldly, his eyes filled with icy intent. "Chatt, you certainly know how to pick up bargains."

He didn't know that Uesugi Tetsu was referring to "being followed by a high school student without realizing it."

Or, as the saying goes, "Chartler suddenly appeared and took control of the situation."

Or perhaps both.

But no matter which one it was, it made him feel uncomfortable.

"Say thank you quickly." Uesugi Tetsu put the baton back into his sleeve.

"If it weren't for me, your men would have been recorded as evidence by this brat long ago."

Gin ignored his teasing and turned to Vodka beside him: "Vodka."

Vodka, who had been gloating over the completion of the transaction, turned pale instantly.

He then realized that he had actually been followed by a high school student!

If Chaltel hadn't arrived in time, the consequences would have been unimaginable, and it might have even implicated the entire organization!

"Idiot," Gin rebuked directly.

"You don't even know the most basic counter-surveillance? What kind of job are you? Have you wasted all these years in the organization?"

Vodka felt very wronged. He had clearly done as his older brother had instructed, so how could he have been followed?

Vodka dared not argue, and could only lower his head, preparing to admit his mistake: "I'm sorry..."

"Enough." Uesugi Tetsu suddenly stepped forward, interrupting Vodka.

Uesugi Tetsu glanced at Gin. "Gin, is it really necessary for you to insult him like that?"

He raised his hand and patted Vodka's shoulder, the pressure neither too light nor too heavy, as if to comfort and affirm him:

How are tasks assigned within the action team?

"What about the rest of the members? Are you only sending Vodka?"

"Instead of reflecting on your own arrangements, you blame him first. Is this how you act as a leader?"

"answer me!"

Vodka looked up abruptly, his eyes wide with disbelief, his mouth slightly agape.

Chatler actually spoke up for him?

He had previously thought that Chaltel was like his older brother, with a cold personality.

He never cared about other people's lives or deaths, but I never expected him to stand up for him at this time.

My already cold heart warmed up instantly, like being stuffed into a small stove.

As a result, his impression of Chaltel changed completely, and his eyes were filled with gratitude.