Traveling back thirty years to Conan, intercepting Princess Eri

Compared to the harmonious atmosphere on the other side, the air around Lin Xiuyi's side was filled with tension, and even the temperature seemed to have dropped a few degrees.

After getting on the bus, having learned from yesterday's experience, Lingzi reacted quickly this time, taking the initiative to sit next to Lin Xiuyi and then tightly hugging his arm, as if afraid of having her seat taken away.

Eri and Yukiko were furious at Reiko's possessive behavior, but they could only sit down opposite her in frustration.

The two stood close together, but neither spoke, only occasionally exchanging glances. Even the passing flight attendants couldn't help but look at them a couple more times, probably because they felt the atmosphere between the two girls was too subtle.

The train started smoothly and quickly, and with a slight hum, the scenery outside the window began to slowly move backward.

As the train sped out of the bustling city of Tokyo, the view suddenly opened up, revealing rolling fields, distant mountains, and traditional Japanese houses scattered among them.

Reiko leaned on Lin Xiuyi's shoulder, pointing to the green fields rushing past the window, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

"Onii-chan, the scenery outside is so beautiful! It's much prettier than the skyscrapers in Tokyo! When we get to Osaka, we absolutely have to go to Osaka Castle Park. I want to see for myself what the glittering Osaka Castle keep in history books really looks like!"

"Okay, after we finish our business, we'll take you to Osaka Castle Park."

Lin Xiuyi smiled and patted his younger sister's head, his eyes full of affection.

Seeing this, Eri Kisaki, sitting opposite, felt a slight sting in her heart, as if something had gently stung her.

She quietly turned her head away, pretending to be focused on the scenery outside the window, but her eyes kept drifting towards Lin Xiuyi out of the corner of her eye.

Looking at his gentle profile, she felt both envious and a little wronged. Even though she was closer to Lin Xiuyi, she could never get close to him as freely as Lingzi.

Yukiko took out a small camera from her backpack and started snapping pictures of the scenery outside the window.

After taking a few pictures, she quietly adjusted the camera angle and, taking advantage of Lin Xiuyi's inattention, secretly took a picture of his profile.

The train sped along the tracks, and the initial awkward and tense atmosphere inside the carriage gradually eased as the scenery outside the window changed and time passed.

Eri and Yukiko also temporarily stopped their silent cold war and began to join the conversation initiated by Reiko.

The three girls chattered excitedly about the local delicacies they absolutely had to try after arriving in Osaka.

"I've heard that the takoyaki in Osaka is especially delicious, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with big pieces of octopus inside!" Reiko's eyes were full of anticipation.

"And there's okonomiyaki, which comes in two types: Kansai and Kanto. Osaka's Kansai okonomiyaki is famous for its rich sauce and incredibly flavorful taste!" Yukiko added, her mouth watering as she spoke.

"You can't miss the okonomiyaki either, especially the long-established one in Dotonbori, there's always a long queue." Eri Kisaki joined the discussion, her tone filled with longing.

Although they often bicker, they always manage to reach a "temporary reconciliation" when faced with delicious food.

Tomizawa Chikage leaned back in her chair, closed her eyes to rest, seemingly taking a break, but in her mind she was planning her next move after arriving in Osaka.

She needed to learn more about the department store owner, such as his address, daily routine, and home security.

If Lin Xiuyi's plan to collect evidence doesn't work, she needs to act immediately and not delay too long, since the victims are still waiting for help.

Kogoro Mouri and Ruri looked out the window together, occasionally exchanging a few words in hushed tones as they planned their "date".

Midori Orikasa took out her notebook and began recording every detail of the trip, hoping to create a beautiful memory. However, not long after, after discussing the food and itinerary, the atmosphere gradually cooled down again.

Everyone was either leaning back in their chairs with their eyes closed, or looking out the window at the scenery, all of them seeming a bit bored.

Seeing this, Yukiko took out two brand-new decks of playing cards from her pocket, handed one deck to Kogoro Mouri and the others opposite her, and then, holding the remaining decks, smiled at Shuichi Hayashi, Eri Kisaki, and Reiko.
"Everyone, stop sitting around and let's play Joker! The train is still several hours away, we can't just sit here doing nothing."

"No, I'm sleepy, I want to sleep for a while." Eri Kisaki immediately turned her head away to refuse.

She wasn't interested in these kinds of games, and she certainly didn't want to play them with Yukiko.

"Hey! Can you stop being such a spoilsport?"

Yukiko pouted in dissatisfaction and tapped the table lightly with a playing card.

"The train still has several hours to go. Are we just going to sit here staring at each other like this? We need to find something to do to pass the time!"

"I want to play! I want to play!" Reiko immediately raised her little hand and shook Hayashi Shuichi's arm in a coquettish manner. "Onii-chan, let's play together! Drawing Joker cards is a lot of fun!"

Lin Xiuyi smiled helplessly, and seeing Lingzi's expectant eyes, he could only nod in agreement.

Seeing that he had already agreed, Eri Kisaki felt that if she insisted on opposing, it would seem deliberate and petty, so she reluctantly kept quiet, which was considered tacit consent.

“Since we’re going to play,” Eri Kisaki glanced at Yukiko, “there should be a punishment for the loser, right? Otherwise, it’s no fun.”

"punish?"

Yukiko tilted her head, still somewhat undecided.
"What kind of punishment do you want? Singing? Dancing? Or barking like a puppy?"

“How about this,” Eri Kisaki turned her gaze to Hideaki Hayashi, a subtle smile playing on her lips, “before we get off the bus, the person who loses the most must answer one question from the other three people, and they must tell the truth, no lying.”

"This is a bit too much..."

Lin Xiuyi immediately objected, since no one wants to be questioned about their privacy.

Before she could finish speaking, she saw Eri Kisaki give Yukiko and Reiko a wink.

Yukiko immediately understood Eri Kisaki's meaning; she wanted to take the opportunity to extract Hayashi Shuichi's "secret"!

Without a second thought, she nodded in agreement: "Okay! This punishment is interesting. The loser has to tell the truth and can't cheat!"

Although Reiko didn't understand her two older sisters' intentions, she found the punishment amusing and nodded in agreement.

"I agree! The loser has to answer the question and can't lie!"

With a score of three to one, Lin Xiuyi clearly had no choice.

He glanced at Midori Orikasa and Chikage Tomizawa opposite him, intending to switch places with them and escape this "trap".

Unexpectedly, the people opposite had already started playing poker, laughing and chatting non-stop, clearly showing no intention of changing seats. (End of Chapter)