The three people watching, including Kitagawa Yu, couldn't help but laugh.

"By the way, I feel like Anya has gained some weight?"

"No! Anya isn't fat!" Anya immediately gave Kitagawa Yu's deadpan look upon hearing his thoughts, stubbornly refusing to admit it.

Because she's been spending the last few days with Elaina and Ai, she's developed a bit of a sense of beauty now, so it's impossible for her to gain weight! At most, she'll just be a little rounder! Yeah! That's it!

"Hey, isn't that the owner of the hotel we're staying at?"

Just then, Ai suddenly noticed Makoto Kyogoku, who was wearing a white tank top and beach shorts and working as a waiter between the tables.

"Hmm, maybe his hotel business isn't doing well, that's normal." Kitagawa Yu glanced at it, but didn't find anything strange about it.

Back when the coffee shop wasn't doing well, didn't he also consider working at a convenience store?

However, the fact that Makoto Kyogoku is here further proves that Conan, that death god elementary school student, is coming. After all, Makoto Kyogoku is usually very busy, and he doesn't stay at his hometown to help out even during summer vacation.

"This must be the case where Sonoko and Kyogoku Makoto fell in love, right?"

To be honest, before he transmigrated, he was quite envious of Makoto Kyogoku.

A straightforward and honest poor boy falls in love with the second daughter of Japan's top conglomerate and even gains the approval of her family. This plot is even more dramatic than a Korean drama!

But things are different now.

He could only find the relationship between Makoto Kyogoku and Sonoko, who were going their separate ways, amusing.

Of course, what he was most interested in was Makoto Kyogoku's methods of physical training.

You have to understand that Makoto Kyogoku wasn't so abnormal at the beginning; he was still within the realm of normal human beings. But a few years... well, I don't know how many years later, when Makoto Kyogoku reappeared, he was almost like the Hulk in the movie. Even if he was exceptionally talented, his unique training method definitely played a significant role in that.

After lunch, to help Anya digest her food, Kitagawa and the other three did not stay at the beach but went to the town of Atami. The town, built against the mountain, has beautiful scenery, and the Raimiya Shrine, the cactus zoo, and Shuzenji Temple are all worth visiting.

With Mount Omuro nearby, an afternoon passed by unnoticed.

Finally, return to the beach and enjoy a romantic stroll along the sand under the beautiful sunset, with the waves turning golden, until night falls.

Kitagawa Yu glanced at Anya, who was skipping and hopping ahead like a little elf, and then at Elena and Ai beside her.

I thought to myself, if I had to give today's trip a score, it would definitely be a perfect score.

Of course, it would have been even better if Ai hadn't suddenly asked such a crucial question.

Seemingly noticing that his gaze lingered a little longer on Elaina's profile, Ai suddenly turned her head and asked with a half-smile, "So, God, are you satisfied with our 'service' today? It's a pity Chizuka-chan isn't here. If Chizuka-chan were here, God would definitely be even more satisfied, right?"

That's right, Kitagawa Yu confessed to Ai a few days ago that he was a god, a very weak one at that. The reason, of course, was that Anya, that chubby little ball, let it slip!

Anya: ? ? ?

On the other side, Kitagawa Yu, who had just heard Ai's teasing, didn't take it seriously and subconsciously thought that he was very satisfied with the two of them.

But then he realized something was wrong.

Even though he had never had a girlfriend in his previous life until he transmigrated, and had no experience to draw upon, he could still sense that something was very wrong with the problem itself!

What should I do?! It's urgent!

Seeing Elena turn her head, her clear, bright blue-purple eyes, like jewels, gleaming with a meaningful light, Kitagawa Yu suddenly felt immense pressure.

But just as he was racking his brains, trying to come up with a perfect answer, a soft and pleasant voice suddenly came from not far away, as if an angel had descended and saved him.

"Oh, Kitagawa-san? Haibara-san? And Elaina and Anya too, you're here too?"

Kitagawa Yu quickly turned her head, and then... she really was an angel!

Indeed, at this moment, Ran Mouri, carrying a suitcase in one hand and holding a straw hat in the other, is bathed in the golden sunset, looking just like a true angel descending to earth!

"Ah! It's Mori-kun! What a coincidence! Are you here in Izu too?"

"Yes, that's right. My classmate Sonoko and I came here on a trip."

"Hi handsome, my name is Suzuki Sonoko, I'm Ran's classmate and best friend. Are you from our school too? I've never seen you before."

At this moment, Kitagawa Yu noticed that Ran was also carrying a suitcase next to her. She had short brown hair, a yellow headband, and seemed to always have a smile on her face, giving off a very cheerful vibe.

That iconic headband and smile clearly belong to Sonoko Suzuki.

Kitagawa Yu couldn't help but show a hint of surprise in his eyes, because Suzuki Sonoko was much prettier than he had originally imagined!

He remembered very clearly that Conan had said more than once that no one would like a girl like Sonoko.

But after seeing Sonoko in person, he felt that even if Sonoko didn't reveal her identity as the second young lady of the Suzuki family, and given her somewhat infatuated personality, she shouldn't lack suitors.

Hmm. If she took off the headband, her looks would improve even more, and she would probably have even more suitors!

"Hello, my name is Kitagawa Yu, and I study in the United States."

Kitagawa Yu first introduced himself and Ai Haibara. Then, under Sonoko's persistent questioning, Ran explained how she met Kitagawa Yu.

"What? I thought Ran had secretly found another handsome guy behind my and Shinichi's back~"

Seeing the disappointed look on Sonoko's face, Ran blushed slightly and felt an urge to cover her face.

There's nothing she can do about it. Her best friend is great in every way—optimistic, cheerful, lively, and generous. She doesn't have a trace of a spoiled rich girl's airs. But she's just a little too infatuated and gossipy, and her mouth is a bit too loose.

They often say embarrassing things like that.

However, Kitagawa Yu didn't seem to care. After all, compared to the fatal question from before, this level of embarrassment was nothing.

Kitagawa Yu simply asked a question, which successfully diffused the awkward atmosphere and changed the subject.

"Where's Conan? Didn't Conan come with you?"

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Chapter 69 A Bold Invitation

The inn was still the same old tile-roofed inn. Makoto Kyogoku, who had gone to work at the seaside house at noon, had already returned to the inn. He had clearly seen Sonoko Suzuki's name in the room reservation and had been waiting for a long time.

However, unlike others, Conan, that little rascal, didn't come with Ran and the others because he was helping Uncle Mori find Shuichi Akai.

Kitagawa Yu was still incredulous when he learned the news, even after everyone returned to the hotel and chatted over tea in the lounge area on the first floor.

"Conan isn't coming? What about the murder case?"

"If the culprit stops committing crimes because Conan doesn't come, how will Sonoko be in danger, and how will Makoto Kyogoku be able to save her?"

"If Makoto Kyogoku hadn't been a hero who saved the damsel in distress, how would he have won Sonoko's heart?"

"You know, Makoto Kyogoku's appearance doesn't really fit Sonoko's aesthetic!"

Kitagawa Yu couldn't help but have a whole bunch of questions pop into his head, making Anya, who was eavesdropping on his thoughts, almost roll her eyes.

In the end, it was Ai who kicked him under the table in an annoyed manner, which pulled him back from his own world.

"Are you a pervert?"

"what?"

Why are you staring at Suzuki-san like that?

"."

Kitagawa Yu was taken aback.

Was he watching the garden the whole time? I don't think so.

He turned to look at Sonoko again, and just then, Sonoko was also looking at him shyly while whispering in Ran's ear.

"Hey, Ran, did you see that? Kitagawa-kun keeps staring at me! Could he like me?"

Although Sonoko's voice was very soft, Kitagawa Yu still heard it.

However, he could only pretend he hadn't heard it, otherwise it would have been awkward.

"Probably not?" Xiaolan said softly, sounding a little uncertain.

She had noticed Kitagawa Yu's unusual expression, but when she thought about how Kitagawa Yu had two beautiful women, Elena and Ai, by his side, she realized that Sonoko really couldn't compare to them.

"Why is he staring at me? There's nothing on my face!"

"this."

"Maybe they just like my type! And Kitagawa-kun happens to be my favorite type too!"

"But didn't you say your favorite was the Phantom Thief Kid one?"

"Same as above~~"

"But Elaina and Haibara-san—"

"Idiot, they're obviously not dating. With my years of experience, I can tell at a glance, okay?"

"."

Xiaolan opened her mouth, wanting to tell her to stop dreaming, but even her best friend couldn't say such a thing, otherwise it would be too hurtful.

"Forget it, Sonoko only talks the talk, she never actually does anything, and she only has a three-minute attention span. Hmm. Except for Kaito Kid." Ran shook her head inwardly, deciding not to make things difficult for herself anymore.

Across from him, Kitagawa Yu was also eating in silence, otherwise he was really worried that he would burst out laughing.

I have to say, this is really a garden.

However, Ran and Kitagawa Yu soon noticed that Sonoko seemed a little different this time.

This time, Sonoko didn't just talk the talk; under Ran's 'Are you crazy?!' gaze, she actually mustered up the courage to invite Kitagawa Yu to go for a walk on the beach when everyone left the rest area to go back to their rooms.

A lone man and a lone woman on the beach at night...

Kitagawa Yu is honored to be the first boy, besides Kaito Kid, to make Sonoko take such initiative!

That's understandable, actually.

After all, Sonoko had learned her lesson this time and thoroughly analyzed her past failed attempts to pursue boys. Not only did she choose to stay in a simple inn like the Tateya to close the gap between herself and the "commoner" boy, but she also decided to take the initiative and find a handsome guy to have a sweet romance with.

However, in the original storyline, before she could find her target and launch an attack, she was approached by Masahiko Michiwaki.

Now that she had met Kitagawa Yu earlier, she naturally wasn't going to miss out.

Across from him, Kitagawa Yu, who had just received the invitation, was stunned. He turned to look at Kyogoku Makoto, who was standing not far away with a stiff expression and was almost crushing his teacup into powder. A strange look immediately appeared on his face.

He had originally wanted to ask Makoto Kyogoku for advice on body-refining methods, but now... if he went to him, he'd probably get beaten up.

Most importantly, should he accept Sonoko's invitation or refuse it?

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