Model worker and his little darling

Police are currently at a loss because the three victims had no connection whatsoever except for their distinctive attire, and they do not recall ever offending anyone.

Then Sonoko returned and, together with Officer Sato, explained to them about the 101 girls, explaining that they deliberately darkened their skin.

“A case like this has never happened before.”

Uncle Mori stroked his chin and recalled, "I remember it happened once before, before I became a detective. It was a case of a high school girl being hit by a car repeatedly, and the perpetrator repeatedly fled the scene."

These words caused Inspector Megure's expression to suddenly change. "Officer Sato, you don't need to pretend anymore. You two go and investigate whether the three victims have anything in common."

Conan glanced at Sonoko, who was talking to Ran on the phone, and then looked at the photo.

"Sister Sonoko, the ring, necklace, and bracelet you're wearing now are exactly the same as the ones in the photos! Where did you buy them?"

"This was a gift from the department store I just visited. They were having a promotion, and you could choose a free gift by showing your receipt."

Pingqing glanced at the garden; a top-tier chaebol heir, the most down-to-earth rich second-generation.

These words made Inspector Megure and his two companions, who were about to leave, stop in their tracks. Takagi took out the photo and compared it with Conan's, and it was indeed the same as what Conan had said.

"So, all three of them were customers of that department store."

Suddenly, Ran screamed from Sonoko's phone.

Upon learning that a girl covered in blood had appeared in the parking lot, everyone rushed over.

The victim's features were similar to the previous three girls, but this time she was beaten to death. Since the police have not released the victim's details, it is believed to be the work of the same perpetrator.

Takagi briefly described the victim's situation, which finally confirmed to everyone that the murderer was connected to the department store.

A man rushed over, shouting, "Tae-hye, Tae-hye..."

"Officer, his name is Shirakawa Noriyuki. He is the son of the department store owner and the victim's boyfriend."

At that moment, another woman walked over and pressed herself against Shirakawa Noriyuki.

"Her name is Yuri Kanno, and she was Mr. Shirakawa's classmate in college. Mr. Shirakawa's relationship with the victim was opposed by his father, and recently Ms. Yuri has been comforting him."

Pingqing looked at Takagi and thought, "Wow, he's amazing! He knows so much. He's a real intelligence expert."

Uncle Mori asked Ran if she had seen any suspicious people.

“I didn’t see anyone suspicious, only a security guard walked past me.”

As soon as Xiaolan finished speaking, a guard appeared.

"I had just left my post to use the restroom at that time, and the assailant must have taken advantage of that moment to commit the crime."

No sooner had he finished speaking than the department store owner appeared, and it was clear that he had offended someone as soon as he opened his mouth.

"I think you're the one who committed this crime. You suddenly switched jobs from our competitor six months ago. Could it be that you were instructed by them to sabotage us? Ji Zhi, don't date someone with a bad record like this in the future."

Uncle Mori was very curious about the bad record the boss mentioned.

Ms. Yuri explained that the victim had hit and killed a very young boy in this parking lot a year ago, which was why he was fired from the company.

After listening, Uncle Mori asked about the heights of the group.

Upon learning that the boss was only 1.5 meters tall, Uncle Mori leaned close to Inspector Megure and said that he thought the boss was the murderer.

This angered Noriyuki Shirakawa, and Inspector Megure quickly explained, "The woman who was attacked earlier said that the assailant was about 150 centimeters tall, so that's why we asked."

"What the hell are you guys doing? Now that you know the killer's height, why haven't you caught him yet? If you had caught him sooner, Tae-hye wouldn't have suffered such a tragedy. You cops are a bunch of incompetent cops."

Upon hearing Shirakawa Noriyuki's words, Inspector Megure suddenly adjusted his hat and knelt on the ground.

Conan asked about the height of the three victims. After listening to Takagi's detailed explanation, Hirai recalled the behavior of the others and focused his attention on the guard.

He must be the murderer; perhaps it's related to that little boy from a year ago.

Just as I was about to have a chat with Conan, Inspector Matsumoto appeared.

"Megure, those media outside are about to start arguing. Let's finish this quickly and come back tomorrow."

Inspector Megure refused and loudly reprimanded Sato, who was about to lure the criminals again, which surprised everyone.

"Megure, you're not still bothered by that case from back then, the case you hid under that hat."

"No, I've already let it go."

Hirai looked at Inspector Megure. This man had a story. What to do? His hands were itching. What would happen if he lifted Inspector Megure's hat?

[Host, Gin is almost home.]

Upon hearing this, Pingqing paused for a moment, then found Xiaolan, told her that there was an urgent matter at the company, and left.

Conan was about to ask Hirai's opinion when he saw Hirai heading towards the exit. Just as he was about to follow, Ran stopped him. "Conan, Hirai-nii had something to do at the company, so he left first."

Upon hearing this, Conan immediately thought that Hirai was going on another mission.

After leaving the department store, looking at the gloomy sky, Pingqing let out a long sigh; it was going to rain.

As soon as I arrived at the door, I saw Gin preparing to open it.

The two exchanged a glance, and as soon as they entered the room, Gin was pinned against the wall by Taira.

For a moment, neither of them spoke; they simply looked at each other.

Finally, Pingqing sighed, "Gin, why didn't you tell me when you left? Why didn't you answer my calls or reply to my messages? And why didn't you tell me you were injured?"

After saying that, he looked at Gin's right arm, which was injured again.

Gin's voice was a little hoarse, "I didn't want you to worry."

Seeing the bloodshot eyes and faint dark circles under Gin's eyes, Taira's heart softened instantly.

Gin must have had a very tough time lately.

Seeing the weariness in Pingqing's eyes, Gin felt sorry for him.

The child must be very tired during this time.

She reached out and grasped Gin's hand; it was so cold. Then she hugged Gin tightly.

Two warm hearts gently touched and made a sound—

"I miss you."

The two embraced in the quiet room, their heartbeats expressing their longing for each other.

Gradually, Gin felt very sleepy and soon fell asleep.

Seeing that Gin had fallen asleep on his shoulder, Taira picked him up and carried him back to his room.

The system's calming incense really works; Gin really needs a good night's sleep.

While changing clothes, when Hirakiyo saw the healed scars on Gin's arm, his eyes darkened. Russia was such a cold place.

He then kissed Gin on the corner of his mouth and turned to leave the room.