Detective Conan: Is Miss Haibara planning to assault a police officer again today?

"Higashino, you look very smart today."

At that moment, Shiratori Ninzaburo arrived with three people. He gave a brief introduction, "This is my younger sister, Shiratori Sara. She will be a lawyer in a while."

"This is my brother-in-law, Haruzuki Kotaro, a painter."

He then turned his gaze to the last person, "As for this one... he is my attending psychiatrist, Mr. Kyosuke Kazato."

Higashino Ning nodded and greeted everyone, "Congratulations, congratulations. But Inspector Shiratori, do you still need to see a psychologist?"

Shiratori Ninzaburo chuckled, "It's just a routine check to ensure mental health. Being a police officer is too stressful. Actually, I think you can also go see a psychiatrist regularly. Mental health is very important."

There was only advice, no sarcasm, and Higashino Ning could tell that.

As for whether or not to see a psychologist... well, he's a pretty easygoing person, not one to be picky, and he just thinks he's perfectly healthy.

The fact that he can live happily in a world where time is disordered shows that he is in a pretty good mental state.

Kyosuke Kazato also expressed his willingness to provide services for Ning Higashino, but was politely declined.

Then it was just a lot of chatting.

Shiratori Ninzaburo needed to entertain many people, so he didn't stay there for long.

As soon as they left, Higashino Ning led Haibara Ai to Takagi Wataru and Sato Miwako's place.

To be fair, Sato Miwako's mental state was also remarkable. Even knowing that she might be targeted by the criminal and that three of her colleagues had already been murdered, she was still able to chat and laugh with Takagi Wataru and try her best to fit the current atmosphere.

Of course.

Higashino Ning still felt that Sato Miwako did this intentionally.

Her father died in the line of duty, so it's impossible for her to be indifferent or heartless in the face of a colleague's murder.

She was just trying her best to act so that Takagi Wataru and the others wouldn't worry about her.

Takagi Wataru is rather naive.

Seeing that Sato Miwako still had the mind to show off her vain outfit, he felt much more at ease and could finally spare some time to appreciate the beauty of his beloved.

On his way to find Takasago and Satoshi, Higashino Ning was stopped by various celebrities who tried to make friends with him. He had no choice but to let Ai Haibara go ahead by herself.

Social interactions are nothing new to Higashino Ning, but he personally doesn't really enjoy them.

But even if you don't like it, you still have to do it... These are all connections, and you never know when they might come in handy. Besides, everyone is showing goodwill, so you have to at least maintain appearances.

After chatting for a while, Higashino Ning suddenly heard Kogoro Mouri's voice.

Looking back, I saw that the entire detective family was there today, and Sonoko Suzuki was also present on behalf of the Suzuki Foundation.

Okay, okay, then I'll know what to do once you're here.

Sato is bound to run into trouble here today!

Higashino Ning quickly ended the conversation with the people around him, "Sorry, sorry, I have to go over there for a bit."

He didn't say where he was going, or even give a direction.

Most of the people present were shrewd, so they simply let him go.

Higashino Ning quickly walked to Takagi's side and said directly, "Officer Sato, Mr. Mori is here. I think you'd better not leave my and Takagi's sight today."

Takasato and Ai Haibara both have beady eyes.

Didn't you never say that Kogoro Mouri was a plague god before?

Why are you suddenly being superstitious again today?

However, one should indeed be a little superstitious.

Takagi Wataru raised his hand, "I think Higashino is right."

Sato Miwako's gaze lingered on Mouri Kogoro for a moment before she nodded, "Okay, I understand."

There was no way around it; Kogoro Mouri was just too effective, and she had no choice but to believe him.

Could I lure the other party into making a move and then capture them directly?

A thought suddenly popped into Sato Miwako's mind.

Actually, the police have done this kind of thing before.

When encountering perverts or stalkers late at night, it is a common investigative method for police officers to pose as victims to lure the criminals into making a move.

However, this approach is only applicable if the target prisoner does not have the primary intent to kill and poses a relatively low threat to their life.

Even so, there are still many issues to be resolved before the plan can be officially implemented.

Now that she knows the goal is to kill, she knows she will be refused if she brings it up.

"Let's forget about it... There are police everywhere here, the criminals probably won't come here."

Miwako Sato kept her little idea to herself, only to realize later that Ran Mouri and Conan were looking in their direction.

Without much hesitation, she raised her hand and called out.

So Ran Mouri and the others came over.

To be honest, Ai Haibara was a little surprised to see Conan coming, but upon closer inspection, it made sense.

Kogoro Mouri is now a nationally renowned detective, so it's quite normal for him to be invited by the Shiratori family.

"Ran, where is Mr. Mori?"

Upon hearing Sato Miwako's question, Mouri Ran pointed in a direction and said, "Dad went to Director Odagiri's place. My mom said that he seems to be Dad's former boss when he was young."

Kogoro Mouri is a talented person.

He worked as a firefighter and a detective, ranked first in shooting at the police academy, and was a national judo champion. He worked as a detective for ten years before Conan arrived and never lost his job.

If he hadn't resigned ten years ago, he would be Inspector Maori now.

Moreover, he graduated from Beika University, which is a higher level than Megure Juzo's potential. It's not impossible for him to become Director Odagiri in another ten years or so.

Higashino Ning's feelings for Kogoro Mouri were quite peculiar.

You might call him a simpleton, but his past experiences are right there; he doesn't seem like an ordinary person at all.

You might say he's a hidden mastermind, but his daily behavior is too naive, and there's a logical chain to support it. After all, Kogoro Mouri's departure from the police force was indeed for a reason; it wasn't a sudden resignation.

Well, let's wait and see. The mastermind can't hide forever anyway.

Higashino Ning withdrew his gaze and turned to look at Ran Mouri and Conan.

Now that Conan has revealed his identity to Ran Mouri, he's quite curious whether their daily interactions will change.

After observing for two or three minutes, the conclusion was that there was no change.

Conan continues to play the role of a child, and Ran Mouri continues to act as a caring older sister, as if nothing had happened.

Another ten minutes passed.

The banquet hall lights went out, and Higashino Ning instinctively tensed up, preparing to receive the scream signal.

However, there were no screams this time.

With the host's introduction, Shiratori Sara and her fiancé went on stage together to receive everyone's blessings, creating a very harmonious scene.

After several rounds of activities, Higashino Ningguang was almost full from the cold food and red wine.

Chapter 175 Smile Transfer

The ceremony of witnessing the newlyweds and giving blessings quickly came to an end, and Shiratori Ninzaburo was now free to wander around as he pleased.

At this moment, Higashino Ning and the others stood with the Mori family.

Shiratori Ninzaburo, realizing he hadn't greeted the bumbling detective yet, walked over again.

When asked about the psychiatrist next to him, he leaned close to Kogoro Mouri's ear and suggested that he also go see a psychiatrist.

This time there were no suggestions, only mockery.

After hearing this, Conan grinned broadly, which earned him a 100% iron fist from Kogoro Mouri, narrowly avoiding a concussion.

The smiles don't disappear, they just move on; now it's our turn to smile.

But Ran Mouri's heart tightened. "Dad! Why do you always hit Conan, and why are you hitting him so hard?!"

As she spoke, she quickly squatted down and gently rubbed Conan's big head, even blowing on it with her mouth, her eyes full of heartache.

Kogoro Mouri straightened his tie and snorted, "Who told this brat to be so disrespectful? It'll teach him a lesson!"

"No matter what, it's not his place to laugh at me."

Just then, Inspector Megure happened to walk by, and he quickly ran over. "Inspector Megure! How's the investigation going?"

To everyone's surprise, Inspector Megure coldly refused, "Sorry, I don't want to talk about this."

After saying that, he left without showing any courtesy to his old friend.

Conan had intended to call Higashino Ning last night to ask, but he couldn't get through. Now, seeing Inspector Megure like this, his curiosity started to kick in.

Let's look at Higashino Ning first; he immediately shook his head.

Wow... Is it really that serious?

Conan focused his attention on Wataru Takagi, and casually said, "Uncle, I think Inspector Megure must be hiding something from you, right, Officer Takagi?"

Kogoro Mouri turned around and grabbed Wataru Takagi by the collar. "Hey! Takagi! Is this how it is?!"

At this moment, Higashino Ning gently placed his hand on the confused detective's wrist. "Mr. Mori, don't get too excited. You're not a policeman anymore. Let go."

His tone was calm, yet equally authoritative.

Kogoro Mouri paused for a moment before letting go of her hand. "But I used to be a policeman, Inspector Higashino. You should be able to understand how I feel."

Shiratori Ninzaburo stepped forward and patted Kogoro Mori on the shoulder, saying, "Those who are not in a position should not meddle in its affairs. You should understand what I mean, Mr. Mori."

After saying that, he gave Higashino Ning and Takagi Wataru a look, indicating that there was something to discuss.

Dongye Ning pursed his lips, bent down and told the little girl, "You stay with Xiaolan and the others for a while, I'll be right back."

"Okay!" Ai Haibara nodded obediently. She would definitely not cause any trouble for Higashino Ning outside, but things would be different at home.

Higashino Ning then called on Sato Miwako to join the main group.