Ke Xue: My standards for dating are not problematic!

Chapter 444 I hate people who flaunt their wealth! What? I'm the beneficiary? That's fine then!

Time flies!
Soon it was time to visit the twin towers.

"Oh!!!"

"Off to the banquet!"

Genta, Mitsuhiko, and Ayumi arrived downstairs at Kogoro Mouri's house and couldn't help but shout excitedly.

"You little brats, don't you dare make a scene there, or I'll kick you out!" Kogoro Mori, now dressed in a suit, his face slick with oil, stood at the door shouting as he held a bouquet of flowers.

"Yes!" Genta and the other two responded, then muttered to themselves.

We didn't shout or yell, but Uncle Mori, you started shouting and yelling!

Hmph! That wretched Mori-san!
"Hehe." Conan looked at Genta and the other two who were being scolded and muttered to himself, "Hehe, Uncle Mori, it's no use for you to warn them like that. They will still do whatever they want when they want to."

"unless."

Didi didi.
Just then, a motorhome pulled up to the side of the road and honked its horn. The window rolled down and said, "You guys are really early! There's still more than half an hour until the agreed time!"

Kitahara Natsuhiro rested his arm on the window, smiling as he watched Kogoro Mouri and Genta.

"Hey, Kitahara-kun!" Kogoro Mori greeted Xia Yu warmly upon seeing him.

He was unaware of what had happened to Eri Kisaki and Natsuhiro Kitahara in the early stages of his life, because Ran hadn't told him, and Eri Kisaki naturally wouldn't tell him either. Even Sonoko, who frequently visited Ran's house, hadn't told Kogoro Mouri.

Similarly, Kogoro Mouri didn't hear any rumors about these things when he went to the shop.

After all, Eri Kisaki rarely comes here, so it's normal that Kogoro Mouri doesn't know.

That's why Kogoro Mouri can still greet Kitahara Natsuhiro warmly, if he knew.
It probably won't be like that.

Because this guy has really come to terms with it.

Xiaolan mentioned at the store that since her divorce, her mother often leaves early in the morning and doesn't come home at night, probably because she's out having fun.

Since they've all been out having fun, this matter should be over by now.

And even before the divorce, Kogoro Mouri did the same thing, just not as recklessly as he does now!

Besides, Kogoro Mouri often eats the food at the restaurant, so it's no wonder he's so enthusiastic.

"Brother Mori!" Kitahara Natsumi greeted him with a smile.

"How about we set off now?" Kogoro Mouri approached, leaning against the car door with one hand, looking what he thought was very cool.

But in reality, Kitahara Natsuyu found his appearance quite greasy.

Is this what it means for middle-aged men to be greasy?
“No, no one has arrived yet, we have to wait a little longer.” Kitahara Natsuyu refused: “Besides, this car belongs to Sonoko’s family. It would be very unfair to Sonoko if we left without waiting for her.”

"That's true." Kogoro Mouri nodded, a smile returning to his face. "Just wait a little longer, and I'll be able to see Tokiwa-senpai!"

At this moment, he was already looking forward to the meeting that was about to take place.

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Kitahara Natsuhiro was speechless upon hearing this.

Mori, no girl will like you looking like this. You're too greasy. Even he finds you a bit cloying.

"Genta, Mitsuhiko, and Ayumi."

Just then, Enomoto Azusa walked over, accompanied by Amuro Tooru.

Because we were going to the Twin Towers skyscraper today, Xia Yu closed the store for the day, and Amuro Tooru and Enomoto Azusa went together.

As for Kenshinori Wakita, he doesn't plan to go to the Twin Towers skyscraper area, so he'll take a day off today and doesn't need to come to the store.

"You guys are here really early!" Amuro Tooru said with a smile as he looked at Ayumi and the others.

Upon hearing this, Ayumi and the others shouted loudly, "Amuro-nii, Azusa-neechan!"

Ayumi and the others have already become familiar with Amuro Tooru and Enomoto Azusa.

"Hello!" Amuro Tooru nodded, then turned to Kitahara Natsumi and Mori Kogoro: "Has the rest arrived yet?"

Upon hearing this, Kitahara Natsuyu said, "Not yet. They should be on their way. Ran and Sonoko went out and should be back soon."

The two of them had some things to do, so they went out early in the morning.

However, they agreed to meet at noon. They planned to go to the Twin Towers skyscraper to have lunch first, then explore some of the facilities there, and most importantly, see the active volcano, Mount Fuji.

Mount Fuji hasn't erupted yet this year!
It's only nine o'clock now.

It only takes a little over an hour, maybe two hours, to get from here to Nishitama City, since it's right next door and not far at all.

"I see," Amuro Tooru nodded, then continued talking to Kogoro Mouri: "Mr. Mouri."

"Oh, Amuro."

While the two of them were talking, other people gradually arrived.

Akiko Yonehara, Ai Haibara, Masami Hirota, Sachiko Katsuragi, Professor Agasa, Masumi Sera, Akako Koizumi, and finally, Sonoko and Ran.

As for Eri Kisaki, Yukiko, Vermouth, and Chikage Kuroba, they did not come and did not intend to participate in this sightseeing trip.

Because they all have things to take care of and need to work overtime.

Even if I were to go, I would wait until the next banquet, rather than rushing over to visit now.

"Ran, you're finally here!" Kogoro Mouri looked at his daughter and said irritably, "I've been waiting for you for ages!"

Hearing this, Xiaolan rolled her eyes at her father: "What's the rush? It's still so early."

"And you're in such a hurry, you must want to see your junior, right?!"

"Hmph!" Kogoro Mouri straightened his suit, puffed out his chest, and said, "So what if I am!"

"I'm still young, what's wrong with wanting to enjoy the good life of my youth?"

Xiaolan's cheek twitched slightly: "Fine, I didn't say anything, but Dad, aren't you being a bit too greasy?"

"Greasy?" Kogoro Mouri was taken aback for a moment, then flew into a rage: "I'm not greasy, I'm handsome!"

"I'm a handsome detective now!"

"Sonoko, what do you think?" Xiaolan turned to look at Sonoko.

Sonoko said, "He really is greasy, a greasy middle-aged man!"

"Hmph!" Kogoro Mouri still retorted defiantly, "What do you little girls know? Only mature women can understand my charm!"

then
Ai Haibara chuckled lightly, "It is indeed very greasy. If you were dressed normally, it would be fine, but now, it's too flashy."

"Do you think the president of a conglomerate would like someone as flashy as you? You're not a young man anymore, so stop pretending to be young!"

Flashy, youthful, trying to look young.
Hearing this, Kogoro Mouri felt as if knives were stabbing him repeatedly in the chest, leaving him covered in wounds. Ran, seeing her father's state, couldn't help but give him a thumbs up: "Ai-sensei, well done!"

Although she is only a year or two younger than Ai, she still has to call her teacher when appropriate, out of respect!
"OK!" Ai made an OK sign.

She's quite adept at using those greasy gestures on men.

Because when I was in the black organization, those members were all greasy men.

Gin, vodka, cologne, tequila – these are all associated with greasy men.

Especially Vodka, who insisted on wearing sunglasses to look cool. Don't think she didn't know Vodka has small eyes; she wore sunglasses to look more fierce.

But in Ai Haibara's eyes, he was very greasy!

Doflamingo: Bro, you're just like me! So, do you like reading newspapers?

"Damn it!!!" Upon hearing this, Kogoro Mouri couldn't help but stomp his foot, but there was nothing he could do.

Because when it comes to sharp tongues, he's no match for Ai Haibara; he's experienced that before.

I'm ignoring you all!

Enraged, Kogoro Mouri opened the car door, got in, and started playing with his phone.

At this moment, Kitahara Natsuyu said, "Alright, now that everyone is here, let's set off."

"Yes!" Upon hearing this, everyone responded loudly.

soon
Everyone got into the car, and Kitahara Natsuhiro set off, heading towards Nishitama City.

While Kitahara Natsuyu was driving, the others played around in the RV.

"This is my first time riding in a motorhome. It's so comfortable." Professor Agasa propped himself up on the seat cushion with his palm and looked around.

His car was a luxury vehicle, and because of its age, it often broke down on the road.

However, he had owned this Beetle for a long time, so he couldn't bear to replace it. It was still drivable, though it needed to be taken in for maintenance from time to time, but nothing serious.

“That’s right,” Ayumi said. “It really feels so good.”

"Hmph!" Sonoko crossed her arms and raised her head, saying, "It's all thanks to me, otherwise you wouldn't have been able to ride in the RV!"

"Thank you, Sonoko-neechan!"

The next second, Genta and the others immediately thanked Sonoko.

"Hehe." Upon hearing this, Sonoko immediately smiled and said, "Don't be so polite, but don't cause any trouble after you get there, or I won't take you to the banquet."

"It's said that the Tokiwa Zaibatsu has prepared some pretty good gifts for this banquet. You'll regret it for the rest of your life if you miss out!"

"Of course, compared to our Suzuki conglomerate, it's still nothing!"

"a ha ha ha."

Sonoko covered one side with her hand and burst into laughter, a laugh somewhat similar to Kogoro Mouri's.

Those who don't know might think Sonoko is Kogoro Mouri's daughter, and Ran is the heiress of the Suzuki Zaibatsu.

Because Xiaolan looks quite quiet!
In the original story, the Tokiwa Zaibatsu's gift was a luxury sports car, plus a mountain bike.

The car was eventually acquired by Kogoro Mouri, and just as he was about to end his car rental career, the building exploded.

Finally, Conan, riding in Kogoro Mouri's sports car, flew across the blast wave and landed in the swimming pool.

The sports car's exterior looks fine, but it's been submerged in water.

If it were really meant to be driven, then it could be, but Kogoro Mouri didn't drive it, and the car never appeared again.

However, this sports car and mountain bike naturally can't compare to the extravagance of the Suzuki zaibatsu at its 60th anniversary celebration.

Each person received a black pearl; I wonder how much it cost.

So when it comes to flaunting wealth, look to the Suzuki conglomerate!

"Sonoko's showing off her wealth again," Conan chuckled. "But I'm also a beneficiary of Sonoko's flaunting, so I have no objection!"

After his body shrank, he received a lot of care from Sonoko. She often took him to places to play, and he didn't have to pay any money.

Therefore, he has no right to say anything about the garden.

Before he became Conan Edogawa, he was self-reliant and independent.

At that time, Sonoko disliked Shinichi Kudo very much.

As for the reason, it's still because of Xiaolan. He never confessed his feelings, making Xiaolan wait. He's not a good person.

“This RV must be expensive,” Enomoto Azusa said.

Upon hearing this, Sonoko paused, then touched her chin with her finger and said, "I don't know how much it cost. My mom bought it, but it must have cost tens of millions, right? Or even more?"

She doesn't know much about these things.

Even Conan, who is an encyclopedia, doesn't know much about it. He would know about other cars, but RVs are really outside his knowledge.

After all, he hadn't had much experience with RVs.

But one thing is certain: this RV is not the same one as last time!
They're really rolling in money.

“The basic model costs 30 million yen,” Amuro Tooru thought to himself. “But this is the top-of-the-line model, which would cost at least 50 million yen, or even more.”

Amuro Tooru knows more about cars than Conan does.

However, he drives a Mazda, which is prone to traffic jams!
"Wow! Tens of millions of yen!"

Upon hearing this, everyone gasped in shock.

The car that Sonoko's family owns is worth more than a lifetime's hard-earned wages.

Take Hiroshi as an example. He earns 300,000 a month, 3.6 million a year, and 36 million in ten years. He can buy the basic version right now, even if he doesn't eat or drink.

Therefore, the Suzuki zaibatsu is terrifyingly powerful.

But that's normal, otherwise it would have gone bankrupt long ago. After all, in the world of Detective Conan, buildings that are usually blown up are basically related to the Suzuki Zaibatsu!
"Sigh, as expected of the Suzuki zaibatsu, they really are rich." Akiko Yonehara sighed from the passenger seat.

“Didn’t you already know that?” Kitahara Natsuyu laughed. “The black pearl last time was worth quite a bit of money!”

“Yes, but,” Akiko Yonehara said, looking at Natsuhiro Kitahara, “giving Fumiyo a billion yen to start a company, that’s really generous!”

“I offered it to you, but you didn’t want it,” Kitahara Natsuyu said with a pout. “Besides, I already told you that.”

He always treated everyone equally, and Akiko Yonehara knew this before giving any money!
"I prefer my current career to running a company!"

(End of this chapter)