Shen Yuan didn't care what he was thinking, and stretched out his hand with a normal expression, "Mr. Okiya, please hand the children to me!" Okiya Subaru instantly regained his gentle expression: "Oh, okay!" He bent down and picked up Bu Mei first. The little girl's hair brushed across his frame, completely covering his eyes, "Mr. Shen, be careful." Then it was Huibara, Mitsuhiko and Genta, and finally it was Conan's turn.

Then Subaru Okiya naturally stretched out his hand towards Shen Yuan, and it was his right hand. This deliberate choice made Shen Yuan raise his eyebrows slightly.

He is obviously left-handed, but he stretches out his right hand. His intention is obvious.

A subtle arc appeared at the corner of Shen Yuan's lips, and he did not refuse and stretched out his right hand. The moment the two hands touched in the twilight, the setting sun just happened to penetrate the clouds, coating the knuckles of their clasped hands with a layer of gold.

Okiya Subaru's palm was warm and dry, and his fingertips seemed to accidentally brush against Shen Yuan's knuckles.

Shen Yuan allowed him to test it, even slightly closing his fingers to turn this test into an almost intimate handshake, allowing him to feel the gun calluses on his hands more clearly.

"Be careful!" Shen Yuan's voice mixed with the sound of waves, and he pulled the person up with a little force on his hands.

The shadows of the two people were stretched long by the setting sun and cast obliquely on the deck, as if two lines of fate briefly intersected at this moment, and the fox had already got the clue he wanted.

As dusk fell, everyone returned to Dr. Agasa's house and found that Dr. Agasa had not returned.

Subaru Okiya rolled up his sleeves and picked up the bucket filled with fish. "I'll use the doctor's kitchen to make a fish feast for everyone." Subaru Okiya walked in front carrying two buckets. Shen Yuan followed behind and carried the other bucket in. "Mr. Okiya, is there anything I can help you with?"

"Then please help me kill the fish, Mr. Shen!" Subaru Okiya handed over a sharp kitchen knife, and his eyes behind the lenses curved into crescents.

The kitchen soon became bustling.

Shen Yuan raised his sword and slashed it, and fish scales flew like silver snowflakes.

Subaru Okiya set up a wok, and the aroma of hot oil quickly filled the entire room.

An hour later, the delicacies were served - golden and crispy American fish and chips, amber teriyaki salmon, lemon cod coated with herb butter, colorful California rolls, milky seafood soup, and the most eye-catching salt-grilled black sea bream, the fish skin shining with an attractive oil under the light.

"I'm starting!" the children shouted in unison.

Subaru Okiya sat down beside Shen Yuan naturally, "Thank you Mr. Okiya for your hospitality!" After saying that, Shen Yuan picked up a piece of black sea bream with chopsticks, the fish meat was as white as petals.

Subaru Okiya watched him swallowing: "What do you think, Mr. Shen?" Shen Yuan nodded: "It tastes very good!" The three little ones picked up the dishes and almost left afterimages. Shen Yuan chuckled: "See how they eat, this is my evaluation of you!" Subaru Okiya pushed his glasses: "Then what suggestions does Mr. Shen have?" Shen Yuan shook his head and said, "I am only familiar with Chinese dishes. The dishes made by Mr. Okiya are more Japanese. I don't have much to suggest." He suddenly changed the subject, "Mr. Okiya just returned to Japan not long ago, how come you are so good at Japanese cuisine?" Under the warm yellow light, a white light flashed in Subaru Okiya's lenses, and he answered calmly: "I lived in Japan when I was a child!" He scooped a spoonful of seafood soup, "After I went to the beautiful country, I couldn't get used to their dishes, so I learned to make them myself!" The soup spoon touched the edge of the bowl, "Over the years... I have practiced it!" After the meal, Subaru Okiya took the initiative to wash the dishes, and Shen Yuan didn't fight with him.

After washing the dishes, Subaru Okiya said to Conan, "This place is very close to the Mouri Detective Agency. Let me take Conan back!" Conan looked at Subaru Okiya, knowing that he had something to say to him, and nodded.

Shen Yuan smiled when he heard this and said, "Then I'll trouble you, Mr. Okiya." Then he picked up the car keys and said to Genta and the others, "I'll take you home!" Okiya Subaru stood at the door and watched the Volvo drive away, his eyes behind the glasses thoughtful.

After coming to his senses, he said, "Let's go, little detective!" He smiled at Conan and his voice became low, "I just want to ask you something!" The street lights stretched the shadows of the two people very long, and gradually disappeared at the corner of the street.

At the second-floor window of the doctor's house, Haibara Ai quietly watched their receding backs, with steam rising from the mug in her hand.

Chapter 228 Visit to the Embassy

Dr. Agasa's laboratory was filled with the smell of burnt welding metal, and the workbench was scattered with gears, circuit boards and half-finished robotic arms.

Shen Yuan bent down to avoid the mechanical device hanging from the ceiling, and his eyes fell on the pair of seemingly ordinary black sneakers in the middle of the workbench.

"Is this the finished product? It's very different from Conan's!" Shen Yuan picked up the shoes and weighed them. The weight was no different from ordinary shoes, but the soles were embedded with an extremely thin metal mesh, which glowed with a strange iridescent color under the light, and there was a hidden knob on the heel.

"Of course! This is for adults, so the appearance has been changed!" The doctor proudly turned the knob, and immediately a slight "click" sound came from the sole of the shoe, as if some sophisticated mechanical device was activated.

As the knob turns, the metal mesh pattern on the sole begins to change subtly, as if electric current is flowing through it.

"By adjusting this knob, you can control the output power of the anti-gravity device - clockwise to increase the power, counterclockwise to reduce it..." Shen Yuan gently turned the knob and heard a light "click". He nodded with satisfaction and said, "The workmanship is very fine.

Doctor, please help me put it together!"

"Of course! This is the version I spent two weeks improving!" the doctor said proudly, picking up a shoe box.

"Then I'll take it to someone to take a look. Don't worry, Doctor. Your patent funds will be received within a week!" Shen Yuan said, and suddenly remembered something and added: "By the way, Doctor, don't publicize the fact that you are planning to sell my patent. After all, you also know that there are always some unspeakable frictions between the two governments. In addition, it may cause targeted disruptions from the United States. Let's do this privately!" The doctor put the shoes in the box and thought seriously.

Indeed, if such things are publicized too much, it will easily cause trouble. After all, international relations are complicated, and if this business fails, it will hurt your own wallet.

"Mr. Shen, don't worry about this!" The doctor handed the shoe box to Shen Yuan with a sincere tone, "I won't tell anyone, this is a matter between us!" Shen Yuan took the shoe box, his lips slightly raised: "Then it's settled!" He walked out of the doctor's laboratory carrying the shoe box.

After Shen Yuan came out of the doctor's house, he called Zhou Ming.

The call was connected quickly, and Zhou Ming's voice came, "Xiao Shen? Why are you calling me today? Is there any good news?" Zhou Ming's voice on the other end of the phone was obviously teasing.

After all, according to previous "customs", if Shen Yuan really wanted to give him some "good things", he would come quietly after dark.

Shen Yuan smiled and said, "Secretary Zhou, I really have something good I want to share with you this time. Is it convenient now?" Zhou Ming was obviously stunned for a moment. Sharing with him meant that the things given this time were different from the previous ones. Zhou Ming became interested and said, "I have nothing to do right now. Just come over!" After hanging up the phone, Shen Yuan walked straight to the Volvo parked on the side of the road, put the shoe box on the passenger seat, started the car and drove towards the embassy.

This was his first visit to the embassy during the day.

The Volvo slowly stopped in front of the embassy. The sentry at the door glanced at him, as if he had received advance notice. He raised his hand to signal for passage: "Comrade Shen, turn right after entering. Someone will lead you to the side door!"

"Thank you, sir!" Shen Yuan nodded in greeting, and then the car drove into the iron gate, welcomed by two stone lions.

Passing the iconic green and blue landscape glazed porcelain panel painting, he turned right as instructed and parked the car in a parking space near the side door.

After getting off the car, he walked towards the side door holding the shoe box and saw Wang Zhihe standing there at a glance - a strong man of 1.88 meters tall, standing straight and grinning at him.

"Secretary Zhou asked Commander Wang to pick me up in person. I'm flattered!" Shen Yuan stepped forward and said half-jokingly.

Wang Zhihe reached out and patted his shoulder, his attitude very easygoing: "After all, I am quite familiar with classmate Shen.

How are you doing lately? Have you encountered any bad luck?" Shen Yuan sighed helplessly: "Bad luck does happen all the time, the only difference is whether I can avoid it.

The last time I was hospitalized was purely accidental. Who would have thought that I would be hit by someone jumping off a building while walking on the street!" Wang Zhihe laughed: "Your life is really 'extraordinarily wonderful'.

Let's go, Secretary Zhou is waiting for you in the office!" Shen Yuan nodded and followed Wang Zhihe into the embassy building.

Shen Yuan, holding the shoe box, followed Wang Zhihe through the corridor inside the embassy.

On both sides of the corridor hang oil paintings of portraits of diplomatic envoys from past dynasties, and under each painting is a brass nameplate recording the year of their tenure.

The light golden wall lamp casts a warm glow on the solid wood wall paneling, and the deep red wool carpet underfoot completely absorbs the sound of footsteps, giving the entire space a solemn and quiet atmosphere.

When turning the corner of the stairs, Shen Yuan noticed a blue and white porcelain vase made in Jingdezhen placed in the stairwell, with a partial pattern of "Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains" painted on the vase.

Wang Zhihe took him to the third floor and stopped in front of the black walnut door at the end of the corridor with a bronze plaque that read "Secretariat-Zhou Ming". He tapped the door panel with his fingers, making a rhythm of two heavy and one light taps.

"Come in!" Zhou Ming's voice came from inside.

The moment he pushed the door open, Shen Yuan smelled a faint scent of sandalwood.

In the office of about 20 square meters, a set of Ming-style furniture coexists harmoniously with modern office equipment.

Zhou Ming was hunched over his rosewood desk reviewing documents. When he heard the noise, he took off his gold-rimmed glasses, stood up with a smile, and walked towards the reception area: "Xiao Shen, please sit down!" He pointed to the official hat chair on the left and motioned for him to sit down, and then he sat on the matching Zen chair.

Shen Yuan put the shoe box on the empty chair on the other side. As soon as he sat down, he heard Zhou Ming smiling at Wang Zhihe and said, "Xiao Wang, aren't you going to get busy?" Wang Zhihe rubbed his hands with a smile and said, "Secretary Zhou will definitely have tea when he entertains classmate Shen, right? I'll stay and make tea for you!" Zhou Ming pointed at him and shook his head at Shen Yuan, "See? This is a person who is not interested in the wine, he is thinking about my tea!" Shen Yuan asked curiously, "What kind of good tea is this that makes Commander Wang think so much about it?" Seeing Shen Yuan's curiosity, Wang Zhihe immediately replied, "It's Dahongpao from the mother tree of Wuyi Mountain. It was a special supply brought by the Foreign Minister when he came to inspect last year. He brought one kilogram.

The ambassador gave Secretary Zhou three taels of silver. Usually Secretary Zhou treats him like an eyeball. He will definitely be generous with you when you come..."

"Okay, okay," Zhou Ming waved his hands helplessly, "If you keep talking, I'll become Grandet. Take the porcelain pot in the third compartment of my bookcase and make a pot of tea!" After getting permission, Wang Zhihe immediately stood up and walked to the bookcase behind the desk, then walked out happily holding the teapot.

Chapter 229 Shen Yuan’s Reward

Zhou Ming looked at Shen Yuan curiously: "Xiao Shen, what good thing did you say you wanted to share today?" Shen Yuan smiled and pushed the box over: "Secretary Zhou, open it and take a look yourself?" Zhou Ming raised his eyebrows, took the shoe box and opened the lid. Inside lay a pair of seemingly ordinary black sneakers.

He picked it up and looked over it, and soon discovered something unusual - the sole was embedded with a very thin metal mesh, which glowed with a strange iridescence under the light, and there was a hidden knob on the heel.

"This shoe..." Zhou Ming pinched the sole, pressed the metal mesh, looked up at Shen Yuan, and said with a smile, "Why don't you introduce yourself to me? You're waiting for me to guess it?" Shen Yuan reached out and clicked the knob on the heel: "This is a foot-strengthening shoe invented by a doctor I know, A Li. It stimulates the acupuncture points of the feet through electricity and magnetism, and increases muscle strength to the limit in a short period of time!" Zhou Ming was stunned, and then stared at Shen Yuan with a look of "What fairy tale are you talking about?"

Shen Yuan spread his hands: "Don't look at me like that, what I said is true.

These shoes were originally for an elementary school student named Conan. Wearing them and using a football, he could shatter explosion-proof glass and sometimes even kick down a helicopter!" Zhou Ming's expression changed from suspicion to "Are you serious?", and even a little worried about "Is this kid under too much pressure lately?" Shen Yuan said helplessly: "When Commander Wang comes back later, ask him to find something sturdy to try.

This knob controls the output power of the anti-gravity device. Clockwise increases it, counterclockwise decreases it!" He paused and added, "Believe me, you'll be surprised after you try it later!" Zhou Ming put his shoes aside and said with a smile, "Then try it later!" He stood up again, walked back to his desk, took out a dark blue velvet box from the drawer, and handed it to Shen Yuan: "This is what the leader asked me to pass on to you. Thank you for your two 'gifts'.

However, this cannot be rewarded openly, I hope you understand!" Shen Yuan took the box, and the moment he opened the lid, his breath hitched slightly - lying on the black satin was a gilded medal, the main body of which was made of pure gold, with a five-star pattern carved out of rubies in the center, surrounded by reliefs of wheat ears and gears, and the bottom was engraved with four small seal characters: "Contributions to the Future Generations."

The sunlight filtered through the window and fell onto the medal, and the ruby ​​reflected a dazzling light.

"This..." Shen Yuan carefully took out the medal, stroking the cold metal texture with his fingertips, revealing a rare excitement of a young man, "Secretary Zhou, don't be so formal with me, it's not difficult for me to get those things back, it's my honor to contribute a little to the country!" He smiled brightly while holding the medal, "This thing will definitely be the first incense stick treatment when I go home to worship my ancestors!" When he turned over the medal, he suddenly found a black bank card hidden at the bottom of the box.

Shen Yuan raised his eyebrows: "Secretary Zhou, what is this card...?" Zhou Ming pushed his gold-rimmed glasses and pointed upwards: "It's just a little token of my appreciation, don't be so quick to refuse.

At least let 'them' feel that they can give you some support!" The eyes behind the glasses were gentle and firm, "You are in a foreign country, you always need someone to support you!" Shen Yuan was silent for two seconds, holding the card, and suddenly laughed out loud: "Okay, then I won't be pretentious!" After all, sometimes being too reserved is not good, and it will make family members embarrassed to ask even if they need help.

Just as he was about to put the box away, Wang Zhihe pushed the door open and walked in, holding a blue and white porcelain teapot and a steaming purple clay teapot in his hand.

"Oh, a medal of honor?" Wang Zhihe glanced at the object in Shen Yuan's hand, and gave a thumbs up while putting the teapot into the bookcase, "Good, classmate Shen, that's great!" Shen Yuan put the medal back into the box, shook his head and smiled, "Captain Wang, you're joking. You have all made real achievements. You are really amazing!" Wang Zhihe brought three teacups from the side, poured amber tea into the white porcelain cups, and drew a crystal water line in the air.

When the tea soup falls into the cup, fine ripples swirl at the bottom of the cup, and a wisp of white mist with the aroma of honey orchid rises.

Zhou Ming pushed one of the cups in front of Shen Yuan: "Xiao Shen, try it and see if it suits your taste!" Shen Yuan took the cup and saw a layer of colorful halo floating on the surface of the tea soup, which trembled slightly with the heat. He lowered his head and took a sip.

The first thing that hits your tongue is the rich fragrance of rock flowers, like the morning mist of Wuyi Mountain wrapped in the fragrance of wild orchids in the mountains.

Then, a minty cool feeling suddenly exploded in my throat, as if a stream of clear mountain spring was rushing down.

After swallowing the tea, a sweet aftertaste like snow pear lingers between the teeth and cheeks for a long time.

"This tea..." Shen Yuan stared at the amber liquid in the cup and suddenly understood Wang Zhihe's persistence.

Wang Zhihe shook the teacup proudly: "The 'Zou Shui Xiang' of the mother tree Da Hong Pao, every sip you drink will make you less!" Shen Yuan gave him a thumbs up and praised him sincerely: "This sip is really unforgettable!" Zhou Ming was alert when he heard it: "Don't think about my stock, the ambassador has plenty!" He rolled his eyes and suddenly smiled at Shen Yuan, "Next time when the ambassador is free, I will take you to meet him. He will definitely use this to entertain you, and maybe even give you a few taels!" Shen Yuan's eyes lit up: "Then Secretary Zhou, when the ambassador is free next time, remember to call me!" Zhou Ming pointed at Wang Zhihe and scolded him with a smile: "Look at you, you brought me another one who is thinking about tea!" Wang Zhihe didn't care what Zhou Ming said, and filled another cup by himself, closed his eyes and tasted it carefully, his face full of intoxication.

Chapter 230 Zhou Ming's Exclamation

After drinking tea, Zhou Ming brought the topic back to business.

He pointed to the sneakers placed aside and said to Wang Zhihe, "Xiao Wang, this is the good stuff Xiao Shen brought this time. It is said to be a black technology that can stimulate the acupuncture points of the feet through electricity and magnetism, and increase muscle strength to the limit.

"How do you test the fit?" Wang Zhihe picked up the seemingly ordinary pair of sneakers, examined them over and over, rubbed his fingers on the metal mesh on the soles a few times, raised his eyebrows and said, "Wow, even this kind of black technology has been developed now?" He tried the shoe size and smiled, "It's exactly my size. Let's go to the court and try it on!" Zhou Ming stood up and made an "invite" gesture to Shen Yuan: "Xiao Shen, would you like to go and take a look together?" Shen Yuan nodded, left the medal box on the desk, and followed the two of them away.

He originally thought that the so-called "field" referred to a football field, but unexpectedly Zhou Ming and Wang Zhihe took him to the basketball court inside the embassy.

It was working hours and the court was empty, with only a few basketballs rolling around on the sidelines.

Wang Zhihe sat on a lounge chair and changed his shoes. Shen Yuan walked over and pointed at the knob on the heel and explained, "Clockwise increases the power, counterclockwise decreases it.

I suggest you try lowering the gear first!" Wang Zhihe nodded, turned the knob slightly clockwise, and then picked up a basketball and patted it.

He dribbled the ball a few times, then suddenly kicked it—the basketball whizzed toward the distant basket support with a loud bang! "Interesting!" Wang Zhihe's eyes lit up. He didn't even use much strength, but the sound was so loud.

The basketball hit the bracket and bounced back, heading straight for Shen Yuan's face.

Shen Yuan reacted very quickly, raised his hand to block the ball, and it flew steadily back to Wang Zhihe's hands.

This time, Wang Zhihe directly turned the knob to the maximum level, with an eager smile on his lips: "Let me see where the limit is!" He took two steps back, took a run-up, and kicked - "Boom!!" The basketball shot out like a cannonball and hit the connection of the basket bracket heavily.

The metal bracket groaned under the weight, then snapped and broke in half! The upper half of the bracket, carrying the basket, slammed to the ground with a clang, raising a cloud of dust.

Wang Zhihe stood there, stunned.

Zhou Ming was also stunned.

Shen Yuan couldn't help but laugh at the two men's expressions. "Secretary Zhou, how's it going? Amazing, isn't it?" Zhou Ming came back to his senses and patted Shen Yuan on the shoulder. "Good boy, where did you get this treasure?" He glanced at Wang Zhihe, who was eagerly looking for a new target to test on the sidelines. "You sent this here specially, what's your plan?" Shen Yuan introduced the inventor of the shoes and said, "This shoe was made by Dr. Agasa. Dr. Agasa's full name is Dr. Agasa, and he's a doctor!" Zhou Ming choked at this tongue-twisting introduction. Before he could react, Shen Yuan continued, "These shoes were originally used by Conan—the magical elementary school student who always leads me to treasure!" He pointed at the shoes. "That kid can use these shoes to kick things to block bullets, and he can also kick bombs ten feet high to avoid the explosion!" Zhou Ming's mouth twitched, and the image of an elementary school student with a backpack kicking a bomb appeared in his mind. He complained frantically: How can this be reasonable?! An elementary school student who encounters gun battles and bombs every day? Has Tokyo's public security reached this point?! Shen Yuan ignored Zhou Ming's distorted expression and continued, "My idea is that our country can find the right person to buy this patent and then improve it into equipment we can use!" Zhou Ming took a deep breath and glanced at the sidelines—Wang Zhihe was excitedly gesturing at a fire hydrant, as if eager to test the "limit" of the shoe.

He immediately grabbed Shen Yuan and said, "Let's go back to the office and talk about it in detail!" Back in the office, Zhou Ming first went to get a pot of hot water, motioned Shen Yuan to sit down, and gave him another glass of water. "Tell me about your ideas in detail!" Shen Yuan picked up the teacup and took a sip, then put the cup down and said, "Dr. Agasa's unique inventions are more than just this pair of shoes!" He counted on his fingers, "A watch that can shoot anesthetic needles, a pen that can be used as a defibrillator, a bow tie that can change your voice, tracking glasses, and even a football belt that can be instantly inflated..." Zhou Ming's hand, which was originally holding the teacup, paused in mid-air, his eyes widening slightly. "This...are these already finished products?"

"That's right!" Shen Yuan nodded, "And these devices are very small and highly concealed.

Especially the football belt. Pressing a button instantly ejects a standard football. Used with the foot-strengthening shoes, you can imagine the effect!" Zhou Ming's breathing became noticeably faster, his fingers tapping unconsciously on the table. He could really imagine what kind of changes these inventions could bring to his country.

Shen Yuan gave a "you know what I mean" smile, "But there's no rush for these equipment right now. We can start with these shoes!" He said seriously, "I suggest purchasing the patent under the name of civilian sports equipment, and keep it low-key.

After all, the inventor is Japanese. If we publicize it too much, it will attract the attention of Japan or the United States, and it will be troublesome if complications arise!" Zhou Ming nodded thoughtfully, his eyes falling on the shoe box on the table: "I understand.

I will arrange for someone to send these shoes back to China, explain the situation in detail, and see what my 'family' plans are!" Shen Yuan smiled with satisfaction: "And if this cooperation goes well, we can ask Dr. Agasa to provide customized services in the future.

He is a person..." Shen Yuan paused, revealing a meaningful expression, "Instead of patent fees, what he actually hopes for more is other people's recognition of his invention!" Zhou Ming understood, and the two smiled at each other.

Outside the window, the afterglow of the setting sun shone through the gaps in the curtains, casting a golden streak of light on the shoe box.

Chapter 231 The Night Heats Up

The night was deep, and the dark blue bed sheets shone with a satin-like luster under the warm light. They wrinkled slightly with the movements of the two people, like a stirred undercurrent.

Gin's silver hair fell down, and the ends of his hair brushed across Shen Yuan's collarbone, causing a slight itch.

He supported Shen Yuan's ear with one hand and clasped his wrist with the other, pressing his knuckles slightly to leave a light red mark on the skin.

Shen Yuan raised his head, his Adam's apple rolled, and his breathing gradually became disordered with the other party's rhythm.

He bent his knees and rubbed his ankles against Gin's calves, like a silent urging.

Gin chuckled, leaned over and bit his shoulder and neck, his canine teeth rubbing against that small piece of skin until it turned red and hot, then he let go.

The sheets were clenched and loosened, and occasionally a hint of warm skin flashed between the dark blue folds.

The halo of the wall lamp enveloped the overlapping figures of the two people, making their outlines vague and intimate.

...When everything was over, Shen Yuan lazily sank into the soft mattress, with half a quilt draped over his body, and a few ambiguous red marks on the exposed lines of his shoulders and neck.

He turned his head to look at the man next to him - Gin raised his upper body, his silver hair hanging messily, and his muscle lines were as clear as a classical sculpture under the warm light.

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