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"Grandma, it's you. Why don't you continue resting in your room? It's still so cold outside."

What came into view was the long-lived old woman who should have been in the room.

"It's alright, little girl. I just wanted to come out for a walk." Granny Changshou waved her hand, looking indifferent.

"I see." Seeing this, Miyano Akemi had nothing more to say. After all, it was understandable that he was upset because his granddaughter had just passed away.

"I remember you two came with Detective Mouri and the others, right? What do you think of this island?"

Seeing Asakawa Yu and the others sitting there, Granny Changshou started chatting with them.

“I think this island is great, the scenery is beautiful, if only these things hadn’t happened… Ah, I’m sorry, I shouldn’t have reminded you of that.”

Seemingly realizing that her words had touched a raw nerve, Akemi Miyano quickly apologized.

"It's alright, I've come to terms with it. Anyway, I've lived long enough, and I've come to terms with many things," the longevity woman said, waving her hand.

"By the way, is immortality really possible? And are there really mermaids? It seems like everyone really believes in these things."

Seeing that the old woman didn't seem to care, Miyano Akemi changed the subject, trying to divert her attention.

Asakawa Yu didn't say anything about it, but just watched them silently from the side.

"Immortality? How could such a thing exist? These are just rumors spread by others. I'm just an old woman who has lived a little longer than others."

"I see." Miyano Akemi didn't say anything more about that.

"There is no such thing as immortality in this world. Anyone who tries to reverse the tide of time will eventually be swallowed up by it, and no one is an exception."

Asakawa Yu, who had been sitting silently to the side, suddenly spoke up, which caught the attention of the old woman.

"You're right, young man. You're quite young but very handsome. You must be a very accomplished person. Handsome man and beautiful woman, you're a perfect match, hahaha."

“Um… actually we’re not in that kind of relationship yet…” Upon hearing what the old woman said, Miyano Akemi’s previously expressionless face suddenly turned bright red.

"I see. I won't say much more about you young people's affairs, after all, I don't think I'll live much longer either."

"...By the way, old lady, after Miss Junhui died, will this island no longer be able to hold the Dugong Festival?"

"Yes, young people are dying one after another, and this island is beginning to decline. I won't say any more. It's about time for this old woman to go in. You two, please make yourselves at home."

After she finished speaking, Granny Changshou prepared to leave, but when she was halfway there, Asakawa Yu's voice came from behind her.

"A lie is still a lie. It may last for a while, but it can't last a lifetime. Each generation has its own mission, and everyone has the right to pursue happiness. Even without the dugong festival, the island's seafood can still attract tourists, can't it?"

"Immortality and the like are not what make people human. It is because they can make infinite value within their limited lifespan that lifespan is so precious."

Asakawa Yu remained seated, gazing silently into the distance, his voice quiet and profound.

The old woman paused, her body trembling slightly, but she quickly regained her composure and slowly walked away into the distance, leaving behind only a lonely and desolate figure...

"Boss, the person you were waiting for, could it be..." Miyano Akemi didn't finish her sentence, but judging from her expression, she must have guessed something from their conversation.

"Alright, that's all I have to say. Let's leave the rest to the detectives. Let's go explore the island now and buy some local specialties for the Doctor and your sister while we're at it."

Asakawa Yu stood up, stretched, and gave a calm smile. He then walked over and led Miyano Akemi away.

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"What did you say?! We just left here last night, and Mr. Menxie went out with us right after?"

Meanwhile, Hattori Heiji arrived at the ship owner's house where the religious ceremony had been held the previous night and was asking questions of the island's elderly residents.

"Yes, his expression was very strange at the time."

Hattori smiled slightly beneath his hat. "I knew that old man, Monsei, had been listening intently. He must have overheard us talking about going to Kimie's house to see the roster, so he went around to steal it beforehand."

"So, it must have been Mr. Monkyo who set fire to the warehouse." A familiar female voice rang out behind Hattori, but Hattori was engrossed in his reasoning and didn't notice.

"That's right, because Miss Junhui happened to see him when he showed up there with the roster... Hmm?"

Only then did Hattori notice the familiar voice, so he turned around and asked, "What are you doing here?"

Upon hearing Hattori's words, Kazuha's face instantly showed impatience, but also a hint of embarrassment. "Are you kidding me?! You're the one who told me not to leave your side!"

"Uh...you're right." Hattori looked embarrassed, as if he was apologizing for forgetting what he had said.

"Besides, I have that cursed arrow on me, which is like a guardian deity that wards off evil spirits. Even if you encounter any danger, I will protect you. You don't need to worry about that!"

As he spoke, Kazuha proudly put his hands on his hips.

[Kazuha is so cute! Hattori, don't you dare not appreciate it!]

【Oh, oh, oh, I'm even protecting you, lemon!】

"Well, thank you so much." Hattori thought Kazuha was joking and didn't take it to heart.

But he had no idea what Kazuha was thinking at that moment.

I'm serious, Heiji...

And so, the girl looked at the boy in front of her with a smile, creating a beautiful scene.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Asakawa Yu and Miyano Akemi were walking on a commercial street on the island.

"Boss, come and see! Isn't this doll adorable? I think Ai would love it."

In front of Asakawa Yu, Miyano Akemi was holding a chibi-style mermaid doll, seemingly preparing it as a gift for her younger sister.

"Are you sure Haibara would like something like this?" Asakawa Yu couldn't believe that the tsundere loli would look like this doll.

"Of course, boss, you don't know Ai. Actually, she's quite childlike."

Hearing what Miyano Akemi said, and considering that Asakawa Yu had accidentally glimpsed the body pillow in Haibara Ai's room last time...

Hmm... it doesn't seem so unacceptable after all.