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

"It's alright." Inspector Megure's eyes were resolute. "If I get dismissed, I'll just follow in Mori's footsteps and open a detective agency. That way, Higashino won't have to be transferred elsewhere."

Ran Mouri was someone he had watched grow up, so how could he not understand his friend's sadness and anger?

I've said it, who cares what happens next!

“Brother Mori, let’s talk as we walk. Let’s go see Ran first.”

...

in the ward.

Conan's feelings at this moment were undeniably complex.

He had been looking at Ran Mouri with great anticipation, but all he saw were a pair of confused eyes, and all he heard was, "Little brother, who are you?"

Who am I...? I'm Shinichi Kudo!

Didn't I just reveal my identity to you the day before yesterday?!

Why... why have you completely forgotten me now...?

At that moment, Conan finally understood the true meaning of Ai Haibara's words about "regret" and "sorrow".

Prisoner...!

Conan gripped the pristine white sheets of the hospital bed so tightly they creaked, then got up, intending to return to the hotel to continue his investigation with Higashino Ning.

Just as he got up, the ward door opened.

Megure and the others filed in, including Higashino Ning.

Seeing Ran Mouri's expression, Inspector Megure became even more determined to tell Kogoro Mouri everything and began to talk at length.

This refers to the case from last year.

Higashino Ning naturally didn't need to listen; he bypassed the crowd and went to the bedside to check on Ran Mouri's condition.

Conan also inquired about the progress of the investigation at the hotel.

He's quite capable; he can multitask and listen to both sides.

Higashino Ning didn't hide any details and told them directly.

After listening, Conan fell into thought. "If that's the case... Ran probably feels that picking up the flashlight caused Officer Sato to be shot and suffer a mental shock."

"Xiao Lan might have even seen the prisoner's face."

Just as he said this, the door to the ward opened again.

Shiratori Ninzaburo led Kazato Kyosuke in. "Mr. Kazato is a psychiatrist in this hospital. It's so kind of you to come so late."

Actually, saying "hard work" is a euphemism.

The police detained him until 6 p.m., and Kazato Kyosuke might be called back while he's still on his way home.

Kyosuke Kazato smiled and shook his head. "It's just my duty, don't worry about it."

After saying that, he immediately began asking Ran Mouri some basic questions to understand the situation.

Fortunately, Ran Mouri only lost the memories of those around her; she doesn't remember anyone, including herself.

But she retained all her life skills and had no problems with daily living.

Even so, it is still hard to accept.

Kogoro Mouri has truly broken down his defenses this time.

The case briefing, which had been suspended due to Kyosuke Kazato's arrival, was transferred to the Metropolitan Police Department to continue.

Conan came along too.

This time, no one stopped him; it's unclear whether they weren't interested or if there were other reasons.

Higashino Ning found two photos and handed them to Conan, saying, "Take a look and see if these are the two people."

The photos show Tamaki Nino and Tomonari Makoto.

The former is the sister of the victim in a case a year ago, and the latter is the only son of Inspector Yu-sei.

Megure Juzo was a little surprised. "Brother Higashino, what do you mean by that?"

Higashino Ning withdrew his hand. "Conan said he saw two people go to the banquet hall, but those two people disappeared when we sealed off the scene."

"I suspect those two are them. Let Conan confirm."

Conan chimed in at the opportune moment, "It is indeed these two people."

He then asked, "By the way, Officer Higashino, how was the victim's carotid artery cut?"

Higashino Ning made a gesture, "Like this, cut diagonally from the right. I know what you're trying to say. If it wasn't suicide but homicide, the killer would be left-handed."

“The two cases are now clearly related, so it will not be a problem to identify the suspect by following this line of thought.”

"Let me see... It's the Odagiri father and son right up here."

Megure quickly tapped the table. "Ahem, Higashino, you should at least be a little more respectful in your tone."

However, Higashino Ning shook his head, leaned back and said easily, "Don't worry, don't worry, we're just closing the door to exclude the suspects right now, no need to pay so much attention."

“I even beat up his son in front of Chief Odagiri, and nothing happened to me.”

Nani? !

Everyone was immediately shocked.

Shiratori Ninzaburo's expression was particularly interesting; he looked at Higashino Ning as if he were looking at some strange creature.

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You're really brave to beat up someone's son in front of the bureau chief!

But upon closer reflection... Inspector Megure realized that this was indeed something Higashino Nei would do.

Tsk.

With this kind of style, Brother Higashino will either climb very high or fall very hard.

What methods can be used to get the other person to calm down?

Can't think of it at the moment.

At this moment, Higashino Ning spoke up again: "Next is Tomonari Makoto. In his opinion, the death of Inspector Tomonari was entirely the fault of Officer Sato and others."

"If I remember correctly, he said something similar directly at the funeral, didn't he?"

"Considering this as a motive, and given that the other party first inexplicably appeared at the engagement party and then disappeared after the incident, it's not unreasonable to consider him one of the suspects."

He grabbed a photo at random. "The last one is Tamaki Nino. She appealed the case because she was dissatisfied with the investigation results."

"It is somewhat reasonable for him to decide to retaliate against the police who were accused of 'ineffective investigation' a year later because he couldn't understand why."

"Two plus one, that makes four suspects."

After pondering for a moment, Inspector Megure said, "Well, Tomonari Makoto is currently missing. Just now, Chiba said he had some leads from his investigation, saying that Tomonari Makoto was seen at the scene of the murders of several detectives. Higashino, is this information true?"

Higashino Ning nodded. "Yes, Chiba also told me about it, and I asked him to investigate."

"Alright." Inspector Megure slapped the table and stood up. "The whereabouts of the Odagiri father and son have been confirmed. Let's issue an arrest warrant for Tomonari first."

"As for Tamaki Nino... she has never been nice to her brother, and their relationship is very bad. She is less likely to be a suspect. Have Takagi or Chiba look for her tomorrow. If they can't find her, then issue an arrest warrant for her."

The second half was entirely dominated by the police.

Both Kogoro Mouri and Conan remained silent.

Because they now know why Inspector Megure had remained silent until now.

There are indeed too many points to attack in these two interconnected cases, and if the media finds out, the police will definitely be under tremendous pressure.

So who is the murderer?

Kogoro Mouri and Conan both thought the same thing.

Chapter 180 I think you're really hungry

Everything that needed to be explained has been explained, and everything that needed to be discussed has been discussed.

Kogoro Mouri's earlier anger made him furious for a moment, and then that was the end of it.

There's nothing we can do about it; there's really nothing we can do right now.

After leaving the Metropolitan Police Department, Higashino Ning drove the bumbling detective and Conan back to the hospital.

He's going to check on Miwako Sato now, and then, depending on the situation, send Ai Haibara home.

...

The Kudo family.

The pitch-black room was quickly filled with light.

Ai Haibara felt a sticky feeling on her body, which was probably caused by the high humidity preventing sweat from evaporating effectively.

I need to take a good shower to relax.

She brushed her hair back from her forehead with both hands, her voice filled with relief, "I'm so glad the surgery was successful..."

Miwako Sato's surgery was a success.

The bullet that grazed the heart and lodged inside the body was removed by the doctor; the other bullets did not hit any vital organs.

Miwako Sato is now out of danger and is just waiting to recover.

Taking into account the need for anesthesia and rest, the other person should not wake up until near noon tomorrow, driven by hunger.

After all, police officers rarely get a proper rest, and the deep sleep brought on by this anesthesia is something they will find hard to give up.

Higashino Ning hung up his coat. "Well, I have to conduct an investigation or oversee various matters tomorrow, so I probably won't be able to go with you in the morning."

Ai Haibara plans to buy some fresh ingredients tomorrow morning to cook some delicious dishes that will help her recover and deliver them to Miwako Sato.

Hearing Dongye Ning's words, she opened her mouth, but after a moment she nodded with a light laugh, "Yes, I can manage on my own."

This statement is true.