Shizuka Hiratsuka doesn't understand love!

"Just because of a word from Hiratsuka-sama, did he let me go, that woman... Just who is Hiratsuka-sama?!" After resting for about half an hour, Bazu sat up straight with a sad face.

Although he no longer wanted to be involved in matters related to Shizuka Hiratsuka, unfortunately, he still had to return to the organization to report on what happened today.

It was not just because of Saki's pressure, but also because of what Shuai Shuai said to him before he left.

"No matter how you want to play, don't mess with her." Bazu shook his head fiercely as he recalled Shuai Shuai's last words in his mind with a look of fear.

"Saki-sama, what kind of existence have you provoked?"

. . .

"Well, where did everyone go?"

She quickly returned to her room. Shizuka Hiratsuka looked at Shuai Shuai, who was lying quietly on the bed and was woken up by her. She smiled, waved her hand, and picked him up.

She didn't go to bed immediately. Thinking about Conan's performance during the day, Shizuka Hiratsuka knew that if she was not mistaken, this kid would definitely not be able to help but explore the secrets of the castle.

During the day, there are too many servants in the castle, which is not very convenient, but it will be much easier at night.

Moreover, during dinner, Conan sneaked out of the restaurant alone and did not come back, which was enough to make Shizuka Hiratsuka suspicious.

So, she quietly came to Conan and the others' room. Looking at the empty bedroom, Shizuka Hiratsuka scratched her hair in distress.

"I guessed right, but where are the other children?" It is a bit strange. Based on my understanding of Conan, even if he wanted to explore the secret, he would not bring these three troublesome little kids with him.

The most important thing is that if they really want to go out together at night, not to mention the good old man Professor Agasa, Ai, whom he had asked to do so, will definitely contact him.

"Hmm?" Thinking this, Shizuka Hiratsuka took out her cell phone and saw the email from Ai.

"Oh, this." Shizuka Hiratsuka blinked awkwardly and then remembered that in order to explore the tower, she had turned her cell phone to silent mode to avoid alerting the enemy.

"Let me see, okay?" Shizuka Hiratsuka's eyebrows slowly frowned as she looked at the text in Ai's email, and her expression gradually became serious.

"Shinichi is missing?" His expression changed slightly, and Shizuka Hiratsuka was a little puzzled.

First, we have to rule out the possibility that it was caused by the monster in the tower. When I was interrogating Bazu, I also asked him about it. I learned from him that the fire ghost in the tower that had merged with the flames and had some chaotic consciousness had been cleared out. In other words, there are no monsters in this castle now.

So, when Bazu and the others were framing themselves, they encountered Conan and then captured or dealt with him?

That's impossible. Bazu had said it clearly before. In order to avoid alerting the enemy, they only sent the agile Bazu to lure Hiratsuka Shizuka over. However, Hiratsuka Shizuka did not sense Conan's breath on Bazu.

"Sure enough, is it the problem of this castle?" With a slight flash in her eyes, Shizuka Hiratsuka changed her direction while thinking.

She remembered that Conan had said something was wrong in the study.

Chapter 317: I'm Afraid You Can't Handle My Enthusiasm

"The door won't open?"

Looking at the study door in front of her with confusion, Shizuka Hiratsuka was a little confused.

The doors of the neighboring rooms were clearly not locked, so why was the door of this study locked? This doesn't make sense.

"It seems that something really happened here." Shizuka Hiratsuka's eyes changed slightly, and she had some guesses of her own.

If it was just a maze or a mechanism, it shouldn't be difficult for Conan and Ai. Although they have always hated Conan's habit of acting on his own, the only thing that cannot be refuted is that he does have a good brain and can always get out of danger.

As for Ai, Shizuka Hiratsuka would not doubt her at all. Just from the long list of degree titles that made her dizzy when she learned about them during the casual chat, Shizuka Hiratsuka knew very well that this was also a top student who was not to be messed with, and he must have a good brain!

So, if they disappeared collectively and had no contact for such a long time, there was only one possibility.

"Did someone attack them in this castle? Was it for those legendary treasures?" Shizuka Hiratsuka made a somewhat unhappy sound, feeling that this was the most likely scenario.

Shizuka Hiratsuka didn't dare to call, fearing that her sudden call would put them in danger. She just sent an email but received no reply. She looked at the closed door in front of her with a serious face.

She was thinking about whether she should consider a violent break.

The efficiency will be very good, but the disadvantage is that it will make a lot of noise. Shizuka Hiratsuka is not sure whether Conan and the others have been caught by the people in the castle. Doing so will put their lives in danger. Shizuka Hiratsuka does not dare to take the risk.

"Damn it, this feeling of being restricted is so annoying." Shizuka Hiratsuka muttered unhappily, touching Shuai Shuai on her shoulder in distress.

"If only I knew where they are, they really give me a lot of worry!" Looking at Shuai Shuai on her shoulder, Shizuka Hiratsuka complained helplessly.

"It would be great if you could help me find people by smelling them like a dog, what a pity..."

"Meow~" After hearing what Shizuka Hiratsuka said, a hint of surprise flashed in Shuai Shuai's eyes, and then turned into confusion, and finally deep helplessness.

With a gentle call, Shuai Shuai caught Hiratsuka Shizuka's attention, jumped off her shoulder, took two steps in one direction, then turned his head to look at Hiratsuka Shizuka who was looking at him curiously.

"Hey, Shuai Shuai, where are you going?" Looking at Shuai Shuai who suddenly jumped off her shoulder curiously, Shizuka Hiratsuka subconsciously took a step forward and followed him.

You know, unless there are special circumstances, Shuai Shuai really likes to be carried on Hiratsuka Shizuka's shoulders instead of walking by himself. If he wants to jump down on his own initiative like this now, there must be something wrong.

'Could it be that Shuai Shuai really sensed something was wrong?' A strange thought suddenly flashed through Shizuka Hiratsuka's mind, and she thought of the instructions given to her by Fatty and the others in the tavern.

"I must bring Shuai Shuai with me. If that's the case, Shuai Shuai's usual expressions are a bit too excited, not like an ordinary cat. Could it be..." Her eyes changed slightly, and Shizuka Hiratsuka felt as if she had guessed something.

"Could it be that Shuai Shuai is the kind of cat with the talent to cultivate into a monster? If not, Fatty and the others wouldn't pay so much attention to Shuai Shuai. It turns out they want to help the younger generation!" Feeling that her idea was very convincing, Shizuka Hiratsuka nodded subconsciously.

"Meow~" Looking at Shizuka Hiratsuka whose expression kept changing behind him, even though he was always handsome and powerful, he couldn't figure out what strange things Shizuka Hiratsuka was thinking about.

But what else can it do? What else can it do besides pampering its silly girl?

"Oh, here I come!" Hearing Shuai Shuai's call, Shizuka Hiratsuka came to her senses and hurriedly followed.

No matter what Shuai Shuai's identity is, it is a cat that she gets along well with. If Shuai Shuai really understands human nature and has talent, Hiratsuka Shizuka will wait for the day when it speaks on its own initiative.

As for now, in Shizuka Hiratsuka's eyes, Shuai Shuai is still the little kitten who likes to act coquettishly.

"Handsome, I can get rid of you if I find someone~"

His eyes flickered slightly, and a faint curve appeared at the corner of his handsome mouth.

"Meow~"

. . .

The subsequent actions went more smoothly than Shizuka Hiratsuka had imagined. Under Shuai Shuai's leadership, Shizuka Hiratsuka came to the central hall of the castle. She looked up and saw a floor tile being pushed up from below not far away. Then, little Ayumi climbed out from inside.

Then, when Xiao Ai was about to climb up, the eldest lady below grabbed her ankle tightly.

As the eldest lady was saying harsh words that reflected her villainous temperament, Shizuka Hiratsuka took two steps forward, bent down in front of the three people's surprised eyes, and grabbed the eldest lady's arm that was holding Ai's ankle.

Then he used one palm to force the other party to loosen Xiao Ai's ankle, and at the same time used his arm to pull her out of the secret passage and swung her to the ground.

It was a very smooth scene, and Conan, who was about to kick something to heat up his reasoning, was stunned on the railing.

Everything went very smoothly after that. The disguised wife who was lying on the ground heard all of Conan's reasoning, struggled to get up, and while Shizuka Hiratsuka was too lazy to intervene, she ran all the way to the huge portrait on the wall, and then found the secret passage hidden behind it and got the treasure she had been pursuing for many years.

She was so moved that she burst into tears on the spot, and was still wiping away tears of excitement when she was put into the police car.

And all this has nothing to do with Shizuka Hiratsuka.

After briefly telling Takato Mamiya that the matter had been resolved and there was no need to worry about it in the future, Shizuka Hiratsuka returned to Tokyo with Dr. Agasa and the others.

What Shizuka Hiratsuka didn't know was that something was happening to her in Tokyo.

. . .

"Swish~" The sound of the paper door sliding was heard, which was not uncommon in the tavern at this time.

However, when he casually raised his head and saw who had entered the tavern, the fat man who was originally smiling suddenly frowned, and the noise in the tavern also stopped abruptly.

Every monster looked at the man with surprise and nervousness as he slowly walked into the tavern with a smile on his lips and sat down next to Huajian Yingluo.

"What? We haven't seen each other for many years and you don't even say hello?" His tone was gentle and soft, as if he was treating an old friend. The man turned over a wine glass and placed it in front of him.

"After all, we haven't seen each other for many years. Even I am a little surprised." With a happy smile on her face, Huajian Yingluo, the only person who could be considered calm in the scene, picked up her wine pot and gently poured a glass of wine for the man.

"As for greetings, forget it. I'm afraid you won't be able to handle my excessive enthusiasm."

"Saki!~"

Chapter 318 I'm waiting for you

The atmosphere in the pub was so solemn that it was beyond words to describe.

It can be said that among the monsters present, apart from Huajian Yingluo who was able to remain calm, only the fat man sitting at the same table was able to maintain his composure a little. As for the other monsters, some were even mobilizing their demonic powers.

After being monsters for so many years, they have seen too many things in the world and gone through too many storms. They know very well that no matter for humans or monsters, in every period there are people who belong to their group and can stand at the top.

Whether for good or evil, their abilities are not easily matched by others.

And this man who looks calm and composed with a faint smile on his face is the top person that even their enemies have to admit.

"For you to take such a big risk and come to Mr. Kong's tavern, something must have happened that you can't let go." Shaking the wine glass in his hand, Huajian Yingluo looked at Saki who was sitting next to him with a smile.

"Is this one also your clone? It's really amazing. The fact that it's indistinguishable from the real thing is not enough to describe your clone."

"Oh, how do you know it's a clone and not me who came here?" With a faint smile on his lips, from beginning to end, since Saki came in, his eyes stayed on Huajian Yingluo.

The many monsters in the tavern are not mediocre. It is better to say that those who can play with Fatty and the others can be regarded as heroes in the monster circle.

However, for Saki, the only person worthy of his attention in this tavern, apart from Old Kong who has not yet appeared, is the big flower demon who has a great reputation in the demon world.

Well, as for the fat guy, his fighting ability when he goes crazy is enough to make Saki take notice, but for now, he'd better just sit aside and listen obediently.

"Because although you are conceited, you are not a brainless person." With a smile on her face, Huajian Yingluo drank the wine in her hand, and a dangerous look flashed in her eyes.

"Are you looking down on me and Mr. Kong? If you really dare to come here alone, then don't go back~"

"It's easy to go back." Without directly answering Huajian Yingluo's words, Saki picked up the wine glass and took a sip of the wine.

However, such an action is also a disguised acknowledgement of Huajian Yingluo's words. Although he is confident in his own strength, whether facing Huajian Yingluo or Kong Lao, the two old monsters, as long as it is a one-on-one fight, Saki is confident of winning.

But if it was a one-on-two situation, Saki had no intention of actively seeking such an uncomfortable situation.

Even if Saki himself was here, Huajian Yingluo would not control her temper and speak, not to mention that the one in front of her had already been judged to be a clone of Saki.

Just as he was about to make a few more jokes, Huajian Yingluo's eyes suddenly moved. At the same time, Saki, who was sitting next to him, slowly raised his head and looked towards the kitchen which was blocked by the door curtain.

There, a withered hand slowly lifted the door curtain, revealing the face of the visitor.

"Long time no see, Saki."

"It's been a long time since I last visited you, Mr. Kong." Saki nodded with a smile, but had no intention of standing up from the chair.

Moving slowly, Kong Lao walked out from behind the counter. When he raised his hand, a wine jug filled with fine wine appeared in his hand.

"Click~" The wine jug was gently placed on the table, and Kong Lao also sat down.

"Mr. Kong's wine is indeed excellent. Over the years, I have drunk many good wines brewed by humans, but compared with Mr. Kong's wine, it is still far behind." He picked up the wine jug and poured himself a glass without hesitation. Saki enjoyed the wine lingering in his mouth and then sliding down his throat with satisfaction.

"Huh~ This is the kind of wine we monsters should drink."

"If you like to drink, drink it slowly." Sitting on the chair as steady as a rock, Kong Lao spoke slowly.

"Unfortunately, I don't have that much time." Shaking his head with a smile, Saki drank glass after glass of wine.

"I think if you can come back, Old Master Kong, then those little guys who are keen on chasing will also come here soon."

"Oh, do you also find them difficult?" Raising his head slightly, Kong Lao looked at Saki indifferently.

"I have always taken my enemies seriously. This is what you taught me, isn't it?" Shaking the empty wine jug, Saki held the last glass of wine but did not swallow it in a hurry.

"Tell me, why did you come here?" Ignoring Huajian Yingluo's laughter from the opposite side, Kong Lao did not comment on Saki's words.

"There are indeed some things I want to ask." As he turned the wine glass in his hand, a gleam of brilliance flashed in his slightly closed eyes.

"Do you know anything about the black cat that follows the princess of that village?"

"Isn't it handsome? That's a very cute kitten." Huajian Yingluo interrupted the conversation between Saki and Kong Lao with a smile, looking at Saki mockingly, her tone full of joy.

"And why should we tell you about it~"

"It seems that the cat is really unusual." Not paying attention to Huajian Yingluo's deliberate provocation, Saki, as if he had gotten the answer he wanted, drank the last glass of wine in his hand and placed the glass gently on the table.

"I'm very happy to see my old friend today after such a long absence. I'm looking forward to our next meeting."

"Me too. I believe we'll meet soon~" With her chin supported by her hand, Huajian Yingluo looked at Saki who stood up with a smile.

"Oh, you're not going to let me go." Feeling the demonic power surging around him, Saki's expression did not change at all. He just turned his head and looked at Huajian Yingluo indifferently.

As for Kong Lao who was standing aside, both Saki and Huajian Yingluo were intentionally ignoring each other at this moment.

"You should know that I am just a clone."

"But even you would feel a little sad to lose such an exquisite clone~" Like a child who got a favorite toy, Huajian Yingluo winked at Saki cutely.

"As long as I can make you uncomfortable, I'll be happy~"