Ke Xue: My standards for dating are not problematic!

Chapter 498 Who launched a sneak attack in the middle of the night?

"I lost."

"I won!"

Kazuha Toyama fought Momiji Ooka, and the final result was self-evident.

Ooka Momiji naturally won.

After all, Ooka Momiji is now a karuta player known as the Queen, while Toyama Kazuha is just a filler.

The two sides are naturally not on the same level.

Even so, Kazuha Toyama managed to take away quite a few cards from Momiji Ooka through sheer perseverance.

This made Ooka Momiji look at her in a new light.

Furthermore, she didn't believe she had truly won; if both sides were on the same level, the outcome of the match would be uncertain.

Even so, she still won this time, and winning is winning, there's nothing to be embarrassed about.

Besides, they were just playing around, and there was no prize involved.

Ooka Momiji wanted to try her luck with a small prize, but Kitahara Natsuhiro stopped her.

So there's no real prize involved with Toyama Kazuha; it's just something to play around with.

“I won this time!” Ooka Momiji stretched out her hand, smiling as she looked at Toyama Kazuha across from her.

Upon hearing this, Toyama Kazuha extended her hand and grasped Ooka Momiji's hand: "You won this time, but I'll be the one to win next time!"

She was also a person who refused to admit defeat, especially since the person in front of her was her rival in love.

So no matter what, she needs to defeat her love rival, and do so in the area where the rival excels most.

It must be said that Kazuha Toyama is both persevering and talented.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have gained the strength to rival Ooka Momiji after just one night of training under Hattori Shizuka.

It can be said that Kazuha Toyama is also a genius in the art of karuta.

Even the main characters in front of us are all geniuses, geniuses in their respective fields.

After all, in the world of science, you really can't survive without some skills. Even a nobody needs to have some talent.

In the world of Detective Conan, Beika Town is really too fussy!

"Oh?" Ooka Momiji withdrew her hand and looked at her seriously: "Since you're so confident, would you like to participate in the karuta tournament that's going to be held soon?"

This competition was held during the filming of "The Crimson Love Song," and Ooka Momiji participated.

Kazuha Toyama participated in place of her injured friend Miraiko, and the final showdown was between the two of them in the Imperial City.

However, an unexpected incident occurred later.

Now, Ooka Momiji's invitation to Toyama Kazuha to participate in the competition can be seen as a declaration of war in a way!

"Yes, I will participate!" Toyama Kazuha said earnestly, with a hint of confidence on her face.

Although it would be difficult for her to defeat Ooka Momiji, she was willing to give it a try.

Losing to others is nothing, but losing to Ooka Momiji would be very upsetting for her.

Furthermore, there is still some time before the competition, so she has plenty of time to practice.

Heiji and Miraiko can both serve as his sparring partners.

If all else fails, you can find Kitahara Natsuyu, who's practically a cheat code, to be your sparring partner.

Although it might break my Dao heart, it's definitely a great sparring partner.

After all, Kitahara Natsuhiro had already demonstrated his strength, speed, and memory in his battle with Ooka Momiji.

It can be said that Kitahara Natsuhiro is a well-rounded individual.

Horror!
“Alright, it’s settled then.” Ooka Momiji was not afraid at all.

She's so strong now, even if Toyama Kazuha keeps trying, she'll never catch up to her.

The advantage is mine.

There's no way we can lose!
"That idiot Kazuha actually wants to fight against Ooka Momiji on the field. She's going to lose terribly!"

Hattori Heiji couldn't help but mentally mutter a complaint.

He could tell that Ooka Momiji hadn't used her full strength and had held back quite a bit; otherwise, it would have been very difficult for Kazuha to take the karuta from Ooka Momiji.

Moreover, once when he was sitting on the sofa with his mother watching a karuta tournament, his mother even commented on the match between Ooka Momiji.

It is said that Ooka Momiji is very strong, and has the same strength as her back then.

It's worth noting that before she got married, Shizuka Hattori was the strongest karuta player.

Ooka Momiji's ability to earn Hattori Shizuka's praise is undeniable.

It's almost impossible for Kazuha, that idiot, to beat Ooka Momiji unless she undergoes grueling training.

Forget it, I'll just ask my mom to give Kazuha some special training later!

After all, this matter arose because of him, so naturally he had to help.

Besides, Kazuha is also his childhood friend, so he'll help her in any way he can.

Moreover, under his mother's special training, Kazuha might very well be able to compete with Ooka Momiji.

After all, his mother is a karuta queen!
Kazuha Toyama and Momiji Ooka are unaware of Heiji Hattori's inner thoughts. If they did, Kazuha could be standing there with her hands on her hips, declaring her victory.

The young lady of the Ooka Zaibatsu, the karuta queen Ooka Momiji, are nothing to me, Toyama Kazuha.

However, neither of them knew this, but Kitahara Natsuhiro did.

Upon hearing Hattori Heiji's inner turmoil, he couldn't help but give him a thumbs up.

Hattori Heiji looked at Kitahara Natsuhiro's thumb and was completely confused, not understanding why.

Kitahara Natsuhiro didn't explain anything to Hattori Heiji, because some things don't need explaining.

Even if he explained, Hattori Heiji wouldn't admit it.

Because this guy is a tsundere!
Kazuha Toyama is one, Ran is one, and Conan is one.

However, besides the arrogant ones, there are also a few people here who like to be straightforward.

For example, Kitahara Natsuhiro, Ooka Momiji, Koizumi Akako, and Sera Masumi.

"Don't worry, I'll definitely be there!" Toyama Kazuha was full of confidence.

She was never a woman who would admit defeat.

Don't boast too soon, or you'll be crying when you lose.

As soon as Ooka Momiji finished speaking, she immediately sensed that something terrible was about to happen.

Because I think I just cried because I lost the game!
Kitahara Natsuhiro: Let's remove the "seems" part and make it more certain!
The next second, Toyama Kazuha couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh: "You have no right to say that!"

"You were crying just now because you lost!"

"Stop talking nonsense!" Ooka Momiji clenched her fists and shook them up and down.

Ooka Momiji is really in a panic this time.

In front of others, she is always a dignified young lady from a wealthy family.

But this time he made a fool of himself in front of Kitahara Natsuyu and his group.

And the instigator, Kitahara Natsuhiro, is still here, which is why her face is flushed.

So cute!
Ooka Momiji, her face flushed and flustered, was indeed quite adorable, and her imposing chest swayed along with her movements. If it weren't for the impoliteness, Kitahara Natsuhiro would have given her a thumbs up and said, "Beautiful!"
"Ahem, young lady," Iori Muga said at this moment, "would you like to rest for a bit?"

Hearing this, Ooka Momiji realized what was happening, calmed herself down, and then gave a sweet smile: "I'll rest for a bit, you guys have fun!"

As soon as she finished speaking, she put her white-socked feet on the tatami mat and sat down to rest on a cushion.

Not far from this cushion was Heiji Hattori.

When Conan saw Ooka Momiji approach, he immediately moved away from Hattori Heiji, looking on with amusement.

Kazuha Toyama did the same, arriving over here immediately, sitting down, and staring at Momiji Ooka.

The atmosphere suddenly became heavy again.

The others around them, however, seemed to be enjoying the spectacle.

Interesting, interesting, it's so interesting!

However, Xiaolan is understanding.

"Sonoko, shall we play a game of karuta?"

Upon hearing this, Sonoko said, "Okay, I want to try it too, but let's start with the simplest one!"

"Then, leave the preparations to me!"

Iori Muga nodded, then took out the simplest karuta cards and began to teach.

As a butler, he also knows karuta, but he's not as good as Momiji Ooka.

After all, he was just learning it as a side job; it wasn't his main profession.

At this moment, Conan, Sera Masumi, and Koizumi Akako also joined in, studying together.

However, even while they were studying, their eyes were constantly fixed on the three people over there.

Interesting, really interesting.

"Damn it, why do I have to go through this?" Hattori Heiji sat between the two, completely afraid to move.

He sensed the tension between the two men, and was so overwhelmed by that tension that he couldn't move.

Now he desperately wanted this half-day to pass quickly so he could fly back to Osaka.

Ooka Momiji will also return to Kyoto, and then everyone will be free from this entanglement.

Now, he's genuinely afraid of Ooka Momiji; she's too much trouble!
Before we knew it, it was already late afternoon.

Meanwhile, Kitahara Natsuhiro and his group enjoyed a sumptuous dinner at the hospitality of Ooka Momiji.

After this dinner, Kitahara Natsuhiro and his group will part ways.

Heiji Hattori and Kazuha Toyama were to fly back to Osaka from Haneda Airport, while Momiji Ooka was to take a private helicopter back to her home in Kyoto.

And tomorrow is the start of school.

So, Kitahara Natsuhiro drove Toyama Kazuha and Hattori Heiji to the airport, along with Ran, Conan, Sonoko, and others.

After all, they were going back, so we had to see them off.

As for Ooka Momiji, she had already left by helicopter, supposedly because her grandfather called and told her to go back quickly.

As for what happened, that's unclear.

Otherwise, Ooka Momiji would have insisted on coming to see Hattori Heiji off.

This time, not being able to see Hattori Heiji off must have been very disappointing for Ooka Momiji!
Closer to home.

"Kazuha, Hattori, come visit again next time!" Sonoko and Ran said their final goodbyes.

Meanwhile, Conan pulled Heiji Hattori aside and they whispered something to each other.

Only Kitahara Natsuhiro leaned against the car, looking at the group of young people in front of him.

It’s great to be young!
"Next time, you guys will come to Osaka to visit us," Kazuha Toyama said with a smile. "You can stay at my house and Heiji's house then. Our houses are quite big, so there's plenty of room."

"Huh? Wouldn't that be too much trouble?" Sonoko said.

"No, my parents are very hospitable. They are always like this, so you don't need to worry about anything."

"However, they might ask some strange questions."

"Strange questions?"

“Yes.” Toyama Kazuha sighed, “For example, they’ll ask you if you have any childhood friends or something like that.”

"Because my parents met around the same age, I thought that students of this age would all be dating."

Hearing this, Xiaolan and the others couldn't help but laugh.

I never imagined that Kazuha Toyama's father and mother were like this.

However, Ran's father is similar to Sonoko's parents.

Because at this point, they had reached the stage of discussing marriage.

In Japan, a significant number of high school students get married right after graduating from high school.

Therefore, many people enter into marriage at the age of eighteen or nineteen, and then go out to work or become housewives.

This idea is quite common in Japan.

"Alright, it's getting late, we should go now." Toyama Kazuha checked the time and said to Ran and the others, but before leaving, she made a special trip to Kitahara Natsuyu's place.

"Mr. Kitahara, thank you so much. I don't know what to do if it weren't for you!" Toyama Kazuha said gratefully.

This time, she really received too much care from Kitahara Natsuyu.

Upon hearing this, Kitahara Natsuyu smiled and said, "We are all friends. How could I stand by and watch a friend in trouble?"

"So naturally I'll help you. I'm the kind of person who always sides with family, not with what's right."

"Mmm." Toyama and Ye nodded vigorously.

"Alright, it's getting late, hurry up and register, or you'll be late."

"Okay, see you in Osaka next time."

"Okay, see you in Osaka."

Kitahara Natsuyu waved and watched Toyama Kazuha and Hattori Heiji leave.

After they left, he took Ran, Sonoko, and the others and drove back to Beika Town.

Soon.

A huge iron bird took off and flew towards Osaka.

at the same time.

Kitahara Natsuyu escorted them home one by one.

However, after arriving in Beika Town, Sera Masumi and Koizumi Akako got off the train and went home by themselves.

So Kitahara Natsuhiro simply sent Sonoko, Ran, and Conan back.

When he got home, it was already eight o'clock in the evening.

but
The moment Kitahara Natsuhiro stood at his front door, he sensed that someone was inside!

"Interesting, who could it be!"

"A sneak attack in the middle of the night!"

(End of this chapter)