Xiaolan hesitated for a moment, then shook her head.

"No, you go with Mr. Kazama."

Kogoro Mouri can't cook, so she has to go back.

Sonoko was a little disappointed, but she didn't insist. She knew her best friend's personality.

There are some things you can't persuade someone of.

But this is good, because it means she can be alone with the two of them.

A big meal definitely needs to be paired with a little wine, hehe.

Sonoko's smile gradually became more unrestrained.

Nighttime, outside a high-end restaurant.

Luke looked helpless and helped the drunken Sonoko up.

No, Miss, you just really want to sleep with me.

You should also consider your own alcohol tolerance first.

At that moment, a limousine slowly pulled up at the entrance.

The car window rolled down, revealing a very well-maintained and elegant lady.

Even in a kimono, her slender figure is still evident. Her short black hair is slightly curled, and a perfectly placed beauty mark adorns the corner of her left eye.

"I am Sonoko's mother, Tomoko Suzuki. Thank you for taking care of Sonoko today."

Tomoko Suzuki smiled politely.

Elegant, dignified, and generous.

This was the first impression Suzuki Tomoko left on Luke.

But Luke didn't let go.

After all, he had never met Suzuki Tomoko publicly before.

Suzuki Tomoko noticed Luke's actions, and a slight smile appeared on her lips.

He's alright, a smart young man.

“It’s quite late tonight. How about this, we’ll take Sonoko back first, and then take you home. Let’s get in the car together, Mr. Kazama.”

"Thank you very much, Mrs. Suzuki."

Luke didn't stand on ceremony and readily agreed.

He opened the car door, first helping Sonoko to half-recline in the seat, and then Luke adjusted the seat position.

Mrs. Suzuki nodded slightly.

He is attentive and knows how to take care of girls.

The information is correct; he is indeed an excellent male escort.

What remains unclear is whether Luke was merely putting on an act or if he was genuinely involved.

The doors closed, and the driver smoothly started the car.

The carriage was relatively quiet.

"My husband told me that you are also a 'knight' who guards the Dark Star?"

Mrs. Suzuki asked first.

The "knights" she referred to were naturally the detectives hired by the Suzuki Group.

"I just didn't want to disappoint Sonoko."

Mrs. Suzuki frowned.

“Yuanzi is my friend. She entrusted me to look after the jewels, so I will naturally fulfill her wish.”

That sounds a bit like bragging.

Luke's eyes were sincere, as if this were his true thoughts.

He needed to proceed cautiously with Mrs. Suzuki, who had been navigating the business world for a long time.

Tomoko Suzuki is not a lovesick girl like Sonoko. If someone has even the slightest bit of a crush on her, Tomoko Suzuki will immediately turn on them without hesitation.

She has the ability and the qualifications.

For now, Luke only needs to play the role of Sonoko's ordinary friend.

At most, it's a little ambiguous.

Let Suzuki Tomoko know that I'm not very interested in your daughter; I'm just following the professional ethics of a male escort and fulfilling the needs of my customers.

After all, it was all just the master's request. (laughs)

Tomoko Suzuki understood what Luke meant, and her delicate eyebrows relaxed.

"Is that so? Sonoko's personality is a bit childish, I hope you can be more tolerant of her."

She was still testing the waters.

"No, you're too kind, Mrs. Suzuki. In my opinion, Miss Sonoko is a rather interesting girl."

Luke subtly avoided the topic.

I won the revival round! The only thing I experienced after food poisoning was that the IV fluids were incredibly effective for constipation.

Chapter 107 Gin, the "Face Blind"

Is it interesting?

Mrs. Suzuki couldn't help but glance at her daughter, Sonoko, who was fast asleep.

Does she really trust this man that much?

Mrs. Suzuki couldn't help but feel a surge of curiosity.

She was tempted to wake Sonoko up and see how her daughter would react.

"Mr. Kazama, do you think it's possible for Phantom Thief Kid to steal the jewel tomorrow?"

Mrs. Suzuki brought the topic back to itself.

Getting the basic answers is enough.

Although Mrs. Suzuki always kept a serious face and maintained a dignified demeanor in front of Sonoko.

But she didn't intend to interfere with her daughter's relationship.

The Suzuki family all held the view that Sonoko was free to choose her partner.

Moreover, her eldest daughter, Ayako Suzuki, was willing to marry the third son of the Tomizawa family so that her younger sister could have the opportunity to find love.

As long as they're not too bad, they'll have some talent and ability.

With her and her husband's guidance, there will be no problem with the continuation of the Suzuki family line.

Unfortunately, her husband is in poor health and is no longer able to have another son.

Luke had no idea that this elegant and dignified lady was lost in a maze of thoughts, her mind wandering far away.

"There is no such possibility."

Luke is certain.

"Mr. Kazama, are you so sure?"

Mrs. Suzuki asked curiously.

As a world-class phantom thief, Kaito Kid has been challenged many times by her husband's cousin, Jiro Suzuki, but has never been able to defeat her.

Even with the backing of the Suzuki Foundation, Jiro Suzuki was still in the process.

Is this young detective, who has just begun to make a name for himself in the detective world, trying to impress his employer, or is he truly confident?

“April fool, when the moon separates the two, in the name of the darkest star, invited to the waves, I will surely come—”

"Mr. Kazama, have you deciphered the Phantom Thief Kid's premonition letter?"

Mr. Suzuki tore up the notice, but didn't completely tear it up.

To increase Luke's chances of winning, Sonoko Suzuki specially picked up the photo, taped it back together, and then sent the photo to Luke.

"Didn't Phantom Thief Kid already tell us the answer from the beginning, Mrs. Suzuki?"

"April Fool's Day, are you saying tomorrow is just a prank and Phantom Thief Kid won't come to steal the jewels?"

Mrs. Suzuki frowned at their elaborate defensive measures.

The goal is to engage in a thrilling chase with the Phantom Thief Kid; regardless of whether they catch him or not, the card game must go smoothly.

But if Phantom Thief Kid doesn't show up, then the Joker list won't just include the Japanese police.

"No, he will come. After all, April Fool's Day can't be without humorous tricks."

"He might make a dazzling entrance, leave behind a teaser letter, and then make a stylish exit like a phantom thief."

Luke explained.

Mrs. Suzuki could not deny it.

"Detective Kazama, since you've already deduced the truth, why haven't you communicated with the police?"

"Mrs. Suzuki, a phantom thief who never gets caught is the one who attracts attention."

Luke gave an irrelevant answer.

But Mrs. Suzuki was quite satisfied.

Compared to some arrogant and clueless detectives, she admires young people who can see through appearances to the essence of things more.

Does the Suzuki Group really care about that dark star that costs less than a few hundred million yen?

of course not!

What they want is fame and potential value, not a useless toy.

"Kazama, can you tell me what the message behind the announcement means?"

Mrs. Suzuki's curiosity was piqued.

But Luke shook his head.

"Madam, the stage has been set up. Let's wait until the curtain falls to reveal the true identities of the actors behind the scenes."

"Besides, the knight's mission is to protect the princess."

Mrs. Suzuki wanted to say something more.

But at this moment, the car gradually came to a stop.

"Ma'am, we're home."

The driver spoke into the microphone.

The two spaces are enclosed to ensure Mrs. Suzuki's privacy.

Luke glanced outside and confirmed it was the Suzuki family mansion. He smiled.

Goodbye, Mrs. Suzuki.

Having said that, the young man, dressed in black, calmly got out of the car and blended into the night.

That's enough; anything more would be going too far.

Mrs. Suzuki was taken aback.

"Kazama. No."

Yuanzi was in a daze, talking in her sleep.

Mrs. Suzuki smiled gently.

We'll see then, Knight.

Around the corner, the displeased white-haired Palu spoke in a chilling tone.

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