Model worker and his little darling

"My mission is complete, Deer Lord. I hope we'll have good news when we meet again." With that, Spider and his men disappeared from the bridge.

Some things are better left unsaid.

With the zoo visitors gone, Haibara relaxed considerably. "They've got the data on APTX-4869, and they even took the pills I developed."

She clearly didn't want to say anything, but after that person glanced at her, she couldn't help but reveal everything she knew. Such magical power was truly irresistible.

Sensing Haibara's fear, Hirai gently patted her head, feeling relieved that the zoo hadn't done anything to her.

"It's alright, it's not important."

Compared to scientific methods, zoos are more enthusiastic about finding Pandora and more inclined to believe in powerful magic. They wouldn't easily leak such information, and besides, the current mortality rate of APTX-4869 is too high.

Haibara glanced at Pingqing cautiously, and seeing that he wasn't angry, she pursed her lips. "I want to go back to the organization."

If she continues to stay by the Doctor's side, she will only bring them danger, just like this time, leaving them defenseless. Now, he just wants to disappear from their world; it's better for everyone.

Knowing Haibara's thoughts, Hirai smiled and said, "Not yet. Don't worry, they won't make a move against you right now."

Hearing this, Haibara looked up at Hirakiyo, "Why?"

"I hope you will continue to stay by Conan's side. Such special test subjects are very hard to find. Besides, he trusts you a lot right now."

"But you already have Shinichi Kudo's physical data, don't you? There's no point in me staying by his side any longer."

Ping Qing looked at Haibara with a smile, "You have no right to refuse."

After all, Ai Haibara is an important part of the main characters, and there are still many things she needs to verify.

Haibara slowly relaxed her clenched fist. "Alright, I hope you can get someone to protect the Doctor and the others."

"can."

Ping Qing agreed without any hesitation. Anyway, these people were always by Conan's side, so no matter what dangerous things happened, they would be fine.

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Japan.

Seeing the figure on the balcony, Miyazaki was surprised and quickly walked to Silas's side. "When did you get back?"

"Just arrived."

As soon as she finished speaking, Sila hugged Miyazaki.

Feeling a pang of melancholy, he thought of this person as death drew near.

He... really fell for this person.

Returning the hug, Miyazaki Xiu smiled and kissed Xila on the cheek, "Ayan."

They could feel each other's warmth and breath, and a faint, ambiguous atmosphere filled the air.

A moment later, Sila released Miyazaki and slumped onto the sofa in frustration. When did he become so sentimental?

Miyazaki followed behind with a smile, pulling the person into his arms, only then noticing that Sila's face was somewhat pale.

"You are hurt?"

"It's a minor injury, it's already healed."

Upon hearing this, Miyazaki grabbed Sila's chin, finding it hard to believe. Since Sila went on her mission, she had been practically missing.

Enveloped by the familiar aura, Sila felt somewhat dazed. "Miyazaki, do you know magic?"

Miyazaki paused for a moment, then lowered his head to hide the shock in his eyes from Sila. "Magic? Is it the magic described in novels and movies?"

"Magic truly exists in this world, and there are powerful magicians with immense destructive power. We have no power to resist magicians."

"Did you encounter a mage on this mission? And what about your injuries?"

Sila's thoughts returned to that night, and the suffocating feeling surged up in her heart again. "Magicians, what disgusting creatures."

The room fell silent, and the atmosphere became somewhat oppressive.

"what happened to you?"

Sila frowned, sensing that Miyazaki's mood was off.

Miyazaki hugged Sila tightly, his voice somewhat somber, "I never imagined you'd been through something so dangerous. I almost lost you."

Although Sera put it simply, the dangers involved were obvious, especially since it involved magicians.

"Isn't this what our lives are like? Every step is a matter of life and death!"

Soon, Silas recovered from her grief.

A kiss landed on Miyazaki's lips; he still preferred to enjoy the present moment.

……

Gunma Prefecture.

"Hey, kid with glasses, how's it going? That's a very important red handkerchief, you'd better look carefully."

Hearing Sonoko's words, Conan, who was struggling to climb the tree, rolled his eyes. "How long-winded! If it's so important, you should just take it."

“I’ve checked everything, and I didn’t see the red handkerchief.”

Upon hearing this, Sonoko frowned and thought back for a moment. The handkerchief should have been blown onto this tree by the wind.

Xiaolan glanced down and poked Yuanzi. "Yuanzi, I don't think you stepped on it yourself, did you?"

Sonoko, who was shouting loudly at Conan, paused for a moment, looked down and found that she was indeed stepping on a red handkerchief. She smiled awkwardly and said, "Ran, it seems... we've found it."

Conan: ...

"Sonoko, you should tell me why you suddenly wanted to come and see the autumn leaves."

"It's 'Winter Maple Leaves,' the super romantic drama from last year." Sonoko excitedly waved the red handkerchief in her hand, but noticed that Ran didn't react. "You didn't see that show, did you?"

“There happened to be a singing program featuring Yoko Okino at that time, so my dad watched the program while recording his own recording.”

Sonoko's lips twitched. "Uncle still likes Yoko Okino so much."

Conan, who had been listening for a while, asked curiously, "What's the connection between that TV series and the red handkerchief?"

"The young lady's red handkerchief got caught on a maple tree branch. An officer helped her remove it. The two fell in love, but their relationship was thwarted by their superior, who framed an innocent officer, forcing them to flee and disappear without a trace. Near the end of the war, the officer sent a telegram to the young lady, saying he was waiting for her under the crimson maple leaves in the early morning sky. The young lady searched alone on the snowy mountain, and just as she was about to give up, she saw the red handkerchief tied to the branch. She successfully reunited with the officer, and the two had a happy ending."

"That officer was burly, dark-skinned, and taciturn. Don't you think the romantic love story between a wealthy businesswoman's daughter and a burly, dark-skinned officer is just like me and Ah-zhen? So I imitated the scene in the drama and came here to tie this handkerchief that is enough to seal our love for life."