I'm in Detective Conan, and the system has appointed Batman.

Chapter 442 The bustling search division, and the dumped him.
Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, Criminal Investigation Division, First Investigation Section.

With dark circles under his eyes and looking as exhausted as a dead dog, Inspector Megure slowly walked in, clutching his back. His appearance startled Sato Miwako and Chiba Kazunobu, who had been stationed in the First Investigation Division's area.
What happened? Why do you all look like you just ran a marathon?
In fact, although they didn't actually run a marathon, it was almost the same as running one, because Inspector Megure and his team were investigating who was behind the attack on the Beika City Hall and where they were located.
They thoroughly checked all the sniping positions in the cone-shaped area in front of the Mihana Municipal Building sniping position.

At first, finding the body of a sniper shot at a distance of 300 meters gave them a boost, but when they searched 500 meters and still found nothing, they were immediately disgusted.

It was only thanks to a kind citizen who told them that the sniping spot was on a rooftop in a certain direction, a kilometer away, that they were able to finish their work before dawn.

Otherwise, following the original carpet search method, Inspector Megure and his First Investigation Division would probably still not have found the sniper's location by the second night, especially since a member of the Japanese Public Security Bureau had also run into them along the way.

To be honest, this is a bit unlucky. The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department and the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department have always been at odds.

"Sigh, it's too hard, too hard."

Takagi Wataru also came out with a sigh. After confirming that Sato Miwako was alright, he went back to the Beika City Hall.

Then he was caught by Inspector Megure and taken to search the building on the spot. He only just got back now.

Although he was much younger than Inspector Megure, he had climbed far more buildings, resulting in him being in worse shape than Inspector Megure. However, the moment he saw Miwako Sato's gaze turn towards him, he instantly perked up, appearing energetic and spirited.

Sato Miwako was stunned.

Officer Chiba, standing next to Officer Sato, twitched the corner of his mouth, unsure of what to say for a moment.
Well, it's a good thing that my good buddy has such a strong belief in finding a partner.

He had previously met Chen En at a café in Akihabara, who told him that Miike Naeko was his childhood friend and close friend. So he went straight to find Miike Naeko.
Drawing on my legendary experience playing visual novels, I immediately went for it.

The results were outstanding; at least Miike Naoko's relationship with him improved significantly, and they are expected to officially start dating within a week.

That's why Officer Chiba has that expression.

However, Takagi Wataru had no idea what Inspector Chiba was thinking.

He forced himself to walk briskly to Officer Chiba's side, despite the aching back and waist. Then, like a deflated balloon, he slumped down, using Officer Chiba's body to shield himself, and asked in a low voice,

"Chiba, where's Officer Shiratori? He didn't come back with me, and I haven't seen him anywhere."

Upon hearing this, Officer Chiba coughed and said in a low voice,

"You don't know, the new supervisor from the Fourth Investigation Division, who looks particularly fierce, just came over to arrest someone."

"He originally wanted to take me and Sato with him, but then he realized that we were separate individuals, and it would be difficult to write a report if we were transferred. So he called Inspector Shiratori away, along with ten officers from Inspector Shiratori's department."

"They're probably still canvassing the headquarters of the Mud Ginseng Association right now."

Wataru Takagi: ?

Holy crap, when did the Fourth Investigation Division get its new manager?

How come he doesn't remember a new superintendent arriving in the Fourth Investigation Division? This new superintendent seems different from the others; he doesn't like to show off, otherwise there's no reason he wouldn't have heard of him.

As Inspector Megure and Wataru Takagi returned to the First Investigation Division's area,
The other officers from the First Investigation Division, who looked fierce and menacing, also returned one after another, all appearing to be in extremely poor condition. However, when they saw Sato Miwako, the most beautiful girl in the department, they tried their best to perk up.
Although it doesn't have any practical effect, at least it provides psychological comfort.

Around three or four in the morning, the area around the First Investigation Division became as lively as during the day. Many officers sat in twos and threes at their workstations, planning to chat, relax, and then leave to catch up on sleep, since they still had shifts to work during the day.

However, at that moment, Sato Miwako slowly got up.
Her figure instantly attracted the attention of all the officers in the First Investigation Division. All the officers secretly watched Sato Miwako, wanting to see what she was going to do—although they all had a certain expectation in their hearts.

Then, Sato Miwako approached Takagi Wataru and said, seemingly somewhat embarrassed,
"Takagi, can you come out with me for a bit? I... there's something I want to tell you all only."

Numerous officers from the First Investigation Division: ? What...what did you do?

You guys aren't going to talk about some kind of "Kizuna-Origin fusion" thing behind our backs, are you? No way! At least wait until they retire before bringing this up, right?

Takagi Wataru's eyes widened immediately, and he quickly said with some surprise,

"Okay, okay, shall we go outside and talk?"

Sato Miwako nodded,

She led Takagi Wataru out of the First Investigation Division's area, until they reached the stairwell of the emergency exit. Sato Miwako stopped, turned to look at Takagi Wataru, her eyes serious.
Sensing Sato Miwako's seriousness, Takagi Wataru couldn't help but swallow.

Could it be that Ms. Sato Miwako is really going to agree to date him?!
I never imagined I could actually surpass Inspector Shiratori in this area!
At that moment, numerous officers from the First Investigation Division had already poked their heads out, their eyes all fixed on Takagi Wataru, filled with envy, jealousy, and resentment, until Sato Miwako spoke earnestly.

"Takagi, you are a good person."

Wataru Takagi: ?

First Investigation Division officers: ?
Is this the right way to start? No, it's not right. Is this how you start a confession?

Hey, what the hell did I do here? Is this still a confession scene?
Just as Takagi Wataru was about to say something, he heard Sato Miwako say seriously,
"I think we should cancel this date! I'm already cursed anyway..."

Wataru Takagi: ?

"Because the people I love are no longer in this world... My dad, my elementary school PE teacher, my senior on the baseball team, weren't they? And then there's that person... I don't want to go through that kind of pain again..."

Takagi Wataru: ?
"So I think it's fine if we just stay colleagues like before."

Takagi Wataru: ???

Sato Miwako's series of attacks caught Takagi Wataru off guard, causing even the numerous First Investigation Division officers nearby to gasp. However, the next moment, Takagi Wataru proactively grasped Sato Miwako's hand and said earnestly,

“Ms. Sato, I…”

Seeing this, Miwako Sato was somewhat surprised.

"Takagi, you..."

The other officers from the First Investigation Division were quietly cheering for Takagi Wataru. This was the time to be straightforward; being straightforward would win them the game. Although it was annoying that Takagi got the most beautiful girl in the department, it was still much better than Hakuba getting her, right?
"I absolutely..."

Takagi Wataru raised Sato Miwako's hand, looking at her with deep affection. Sato Miwako looked back at him. After a brief silence, Takagi Wataru finally said with an awkward laugh,

"Yes, yes, we're not a good match for each other..."

Sato Miwako also smiled and said, feigning cheerfulness.

"Yes, yes! I think a girl cuter than me would be more suitable for you!"

—At this moment, even the other police officers couldn't help but sigh with regret.
Even Inspector Shiratori, who had just returned, couldn't help but twitch his lips in exasperation upon seeing this.
Alright, Takagi, that's it for your play. You couldn't seize this opportunity...

Let me do it next time!

(End of this chapter)