Detective Conan: The System Takes Me to Zero's World

"Look! It's right here!" Kasei Zengnan looked flustered, his fingers rapidly poking at the computer screen, and his speech was so fast that it was almost incoherent.

"He told me he had to go and confirm a place and asked me to wait for a while, then he closed the door of the showroom. In the blink of an eye, he made an OK gesture to us, and then loudly reported to the security camera that the final inspection was completed."

Kaito Kidd grasped the key point and went straight to the point: "From the video, how long did the president stay alone in the exhibition hall?"

Bai Ma Tan took out his pocket watch, stared at the dial, calculated for a moment, and whispered, "Less than 10 seconds. What did he confirm in such a short time?"

Suzuki Jirokichi stroked his chin, looking puzzled: "Yeah, what did you go to confirm? This is too strange."

Conan couldn't help but ask: "The president really didn't say he wanted to confirm anything?"

"He didn't say anything, just made a simple gesture and said 'give me a little time'. His voice was very hoarse at the time and I had to strain to hear him clearly." Kasei Masuo recalled, his brows twisted into a knot and the wrinkles on his forehead deepened.

Officer Nakamori and Suzuki Jirokichi looked at each other with confusion in their eyes.

"Speaking of which, his voice became hoarse because he sang karaoke yesterday..."

"What exactly did you go to confirm? This is most likely related to his death."

"Does this happen often? Maybe we can find clues from his daily habits."

Kase Masuo stroked his chin and fell into deep thought: "It's always like this. Whenever he drinks at the karaoke bar, he will sing until his voice is hoarse. The president hasn't been in good spirits recently. I heard he had a quarrel with his wife.

There is fierce competition within the company, with different departments fighting openly and secretly for their own interests. After news of the president's family conflict spread, everyone speculated that it would affect the company's decision-making.

To help the president relax, we invited him to sing his favorite karaoke and invited friends from the same club in college to sing until midnight. The president is a member of the mountaineering club and has business dealings with several members of the club.

"Mountain climbing club?" Bai Ma Tan looked confused.

Officer Nakamori crossed his arms, leaned forward, and looked at him with scrutiny: "So, you are familiar with high altitude environments?"

Kasei Masuo's face suddenly changed, his eyes were panicked, and he stammered, "D-Do you suspect me? If I'm suspicious just because I'm used to being in high places, then Mr. Secretary Kamichi is a former firefighter."

Kudo Yuki stood there listening silently, constantly sorting out the details of the case in her mind and thinking about the truth of the case. Her expression was solemn, and she was immersed in an in-depth analysis of the case.

Officer Nakamori summons Uechi Kuya.

Kamiji Kyuya walked into the room somewhat nervously, and everyone's eyes were immediately focused on him.

He nodded nervously and replied, "Yes, I used to be a firefighter, but that was 10 years ago. I am afraid of high places even now! The reason I didn't become a firefighter was because I fell off a ladder and broke my bones, and I couldn't climb ladders after that."

Suzuki Jirokichi continued to ask: "Then how did you become the president's secretary?"

Kamiji Kyuya quickly took out the photos on his phone, "This is the photo from that time. I was injured at the time, and the president came to visit me in person, and then he invited me to be his secretary."

Conan saw Kyuya Uechi in the photo and a look of shock flashed in his eyes: "Huh?"

Kudo Yuki verified on behalf of her brother: "The president didn't have a beard at that time."

"Yes, the president started growing a beard after he got married." Kyuya Uechi revealed the information while searching for evidence. "Also, this is the email the president sent me when it was almost time for Kid's announcement."

Suzuki Jirokichi and Officer Nakamori took the phone, carefully checked the content of the email and the time it was sent, their eyes narrowed.

"Well, there was a power outage when I received the letter."

"Why would President Yoshida send such an email? Did he go back to the showroom? This is close to the time of his death, which is too suspicious."

Kaito Kid speculated: "Maybe he felt the situation was bad because of the power outage? The president and his men were in the corridor in front of the exhibition hall at the time."

Bai Ma changed the subject: "Speaking of which, when did you go to the showroom?"

"I also found out that the power outage was not good, so I sneaked past the staff at the door and went in." Kaito Kid looked down at Conan, "The power came back as soon as I went in, and I ran into Conan inside, and we went into the exhibition hall together, and found the body of President Yoshida."

Officer Nakamori frowned, looked at Conan, and lowered his head to confirm: "Really? Kid."

"Yeah." Conan looked calm and met Officer Nakamori's gaze.

Officer Nakamori called Yoshida Ayatsuki over again.

Yoshida Ayatsuki kept tugging at the corner of her clothes with both hands, looking panicked. She slowly took out her cell phone and flipped through the text messages to show them to everyone. "I also received this email from my husband, and it was received at the same time as the secretary, Mr. Uechi."

Suzuki Jirokichi and Officer Nakamori came closer to check and murmured, "Indeed."

Officer Nakamori then asked, "Where were you when you received the email?"

Yoshida Ayatsuki put away her phone, pointed to the chair, and said with an evasive look: "I'm right here, sitting in the chair in front of my husband's desk, waiting for him to come back."

Bai Ma stepped forward and asked, "Was there anyone else in the room at that time?"

Yoshida Ayatsuki paused, her voice becoming increasingly quiet. “I was the only one there. My secretary, Mr. Uechi, was supposed to be waiting with me, but he seemed to have a stomachache and hurried to the bathroom and never came back. That’s when I received the email.”

Kudo Yuki stood nearby and accidentally caught a glimpse of the photo frame on the table. Out of habit, she reached out to straighten it. The moment she saw the photo clearly, her pupils shrank suddenly and doubt flashed in her eyes.

Conan noticed something was wrong with Kudo Yuki and went over to check. He said, "Sister Yuki, can you let me see the photo in the frame upside down on the table?"

Kudo Yuki didn't say anything and handed the photo frame directly to Conan.

Conan took the photo with both hands, held it high, and said curiously, "It's a photo of the president and his wife. It's strange that the president is not wearing glasses!"

Kaito Kid came over immediately and looked at the photo with a serious expression, "It is indeed strange. There is already a sky showroom on the Bell Tree Tower in the background. Judging from the architecture, it should have been taken recently."

Yoshida Ayatsuki looked flustered, as if she was eager to cover up something, and explained very quickly: "He recently changed his contact lenses, and he lost them while singing last night."

Conan put the photo frame upside down and put it back in place according to the position indicated by Kudo Yuki.

Bai Ma Tan bent down slightly, stared at the photo frame and said slowly: "This photo frame is too eye-catching when it is placed on the table."

"Yes, I took it while I was waiting for him here. I'm a little embarrassed." Yoshida Ayatsuki's eyes were evasive, and she was obviously feeling guilty.

Officer Nakamori was not relenting: "Did you have a quarrel with President Yoshida? It's being rumored in the company. Does this have anything to do with the case?"

Yoshida Ayatsuki's cheeks flushed red, and her emotions were obviously out of control. Her face darkened and she said angrily, "Who, who! Who spread such rumors?"

"It was Mr. Kase, the head of the technical department, who said that. That's why the company's employees invited the listless president to sing karaoke last night."

"The one who quarreled with my husband was Mr. Kase. He opposed me on all matters big and small. Isn't he the murderer?" Yoshida Ayatsuki was very emotional and her voice was sharp, almost shouting.

Inspector Megure and Ogino Ayami came over in a hurry, trotting all the way.

Officer Megure ran out of breath and explained as he ran: "I'm so sorry! There was a serious traffic jam on the road and I was delayed for a long time."

Officer Nakamori looked impatient and complained, "Too slow, Megure! We have finished recording the statements of the relevant personnel."

When Inspector Megure recovered, he noticed Hakuba Detective and was slightly stunned: "Isn't this Hakuba Detective? I haven't seen you involved in this kind of case for a long time."

"Long time no see, Officer Megure."

"I haven't seen him since the Detective Koshien case."

"Yes, I went to the island several times to verify the scene. I was exhausted."

Ogino Ayami looked at Hakuba's retro British outfit and joked, "Is he cosplaying Sherlock Holmes? He really has some charm."

Bai Matan adjusted his collar and murmured with a smile: "Change your style occasionally, maybe you will get some new inspiration."

Inspector Megure looked around at everyone and saw Kudo Yuki and Kaito Kid. He said in surprise, "I didn't expect to see the Kudo siblings today! It looks like there's hope that this case will be solved."

Officer Nakamori complained: "As a police officer, don't rely too much on high school detectives."

Kaito Kid stretched out his index finger and shook it: "I said on the phone that my involvement in the case must be kept secret."

Inspector Megure was curious, "And then? Did you come to the Bell Tree Tower with Xiaolan for a date today and accidentally get involved in the incident?"

Kaito Kid and Mao Lilan pretended to be shy and denied it flatly: "No, it's just occasionally..."

Suzuki Sonoko, who was enjoying the fun, took over the conversation with a smile, "Yes, they were called here to join the blind date event. It's a bit awkward for lovers to run into each other by chance."

Mao Lilan and Kaito Kid smiled awkwardly and responded reflexively: "Almost."

After they finished speaking, the two reacted and quickly refuted.

"Ah really."

"No, that's not the case at all."

Suzuki Sonoko gave a triumphant smile and waved her hand to show that she meant no harm.

Officer Megure walked up to Kudo Yuki, leaned down slightly, and whispered in a low voice: "Manager Kuroda asked me to tell you something. He is discussing something with his friends. Don't worry."

Kudo Yuki nodded slightly, her expression calm.

Ogino Ayami walked up to Kudo Yuki and held her arm affectionately: "Xiaoxue, you didn't even contact me. I'm taking a day off tomorrow, so I'll ask Yumi to relax with me. Don't refuse."

Kudo Yuki smiled and responded: "Okay, Natalie just asked me to go shopping, let's go together. It's been a while since I got together with everyone."

"By the way, your brother has made a lot of progress in love. I remember he was quite shy when I saw them at the amusement park before." Ogino Ayami sighed.

Hearing this, Bai Ma Tan deliberately tried to test him: "If Xiaolan is in the blind date event, I will definitely participate."

He secretly observed everyone's reactions, trying to find clues from their subtle expressions.

Conan instantly got angry, his face flushed red, his fists unconsciously clenched, staring at Hakuba with fire in his eyes: "What!"

Kaito Kid reacted quickly, a warning flashed across his eyes, and he pretended to be angry and raised his voice: "What are you talking about!"

Hakuba Tan muttered in his heart: [He was a beat late to react. Conan was the first to react.]

After hearing what Hakuba Tan was thinking, Kudo Yuki raised her eyebrows and continued to watch the fun. Her eyes curved like a crescent moon, and a cunning light flashed across them.

Mao Lilan looked at Conan and warned Kaito Kid: "Hey, hey, don't take it seriously!"

Kaito Kidd made a jealous expression: "You are the one, what are you daydreaming about."

"I'm not in a daze."

Kaito Kid blushed and pointed to his left cheek with a hint of shyness: "I haven't forgotten that you kissed me at Kiyomizu Temple, so don't forget it either, or I'll be jealous."

Suzuki Sonoko was secretly proud: [This is it, I want to see this!]

Kudo Yuki covered her mouth and laughed secretly, muttering in her heart: [The script imagined by Sonoko can actually be realized. Although the purpose is different, the result is the same.]

Hakuba Tan has been observing Conan and Kaito Kid's actions. Seeing Conan's microphone and Kaito Kid's earphones, he speculated: "Could these two people be...?"

Kudo Yuki seemed to sense Hakuba's suspicion, walked to his side, and whispered: "It seems that you have noticed something, Hakuba Detective."

Hakuba was slightly startled, and murmured in a low voice: "Ms. Kudo, you know something, right?"

Kudo Yuki smiled mysteriously and whispered softly: "Some things don't need to be said explicitly. For you high school detectives, isn't it your goal to gradually find the truth? Besides, as the case progresses, you will find more interesting things."

Bai Ma Tan nodded slightly, convinced that his inference was correct.

At this moment, Officer Nakamori explained the case in detail to Officer Megure and Ogino Ayami.

After hearing this, Ogino Ayami immediately went to find the relevant staff to look for evidence.

Led by Officer Nakamori, the group returned to the crime scene.

Officer Megure looked at the blue jade throne with a solemn and worried expression: "So that's how it is. When Shinichi arrived, Kidd was gone. Only President Yoshida's body was sitting on this blue jade throne."

"That's right." Bai Ma Tan responded, looking around. He tried to find more clues from the scene and restore the truth of the case.

Ogino Ayami ran over in a hurry, wearing white gloves and holding a transparent bag with a cell phone in her hand, panting: "Officer, I just came from the investigation site and I have important clues!

I asked the five staff members who were in charge of the final inspection of the exhibition hall, and they were talking about "going out for a drink after the power outage" when the power went out. These five people did not leave their original positions, so they were cleared of suspicion, but they did not tell Minister Kase about this, so it is unknown whether Minister Kase moved when the power went out.

Also, President Yoshida's cell phone was dropped in the corner of the corridor at the entrance. The location of the phone is strange, maybe the murderer put it there on purpose."

"Really?" Inspector Megure continued to observe the ground.

Conan suddenly made a new discovery and drew everyone's attention with his signature "Ahhhh": "Is there any blood dripping here?"

Kaito Kidd quickly bent down to check, his expression serious: "Indeed, we didn't see it at first. Was the bloodstain covered before?"

Detective Bai Ma guessed: "It may have been covered by the pistol left by the criminal."

Ogino Ayami held up the transparent bag and added, "The Identification Department said that this might be a mark left by someone else's shoe stepping on the bloody toe of the victim's shoe."

Kudo Yuki gave her a thumbs up and said, "After investigating the case to this point, I believe you all have the answer in your mind."

To be continued...