The world of science is unscientific

"So...that's how it is..."

Kogoro Mouri complained, "This kid is too reckless! And he didn't even tell me, his teacher, beforehand. That's just too much!"

Ignoring the bumbling detective's complaints, Ai Haibara got up and headed to the arena, followed by Ran Mouri and Sonoko Suzuki.

The semifinals have begun.

These kids never expected that such a formidable team as the 'Junior Detectives' would appear in this competition.

Conan and his friends' opponents are inferior in every aspect, and they are almost being unilaterally defeated by them.

Even Yuan Tai is a consistent scorer.

"Yay!" Sonoko Suzuki cheered loudly, "Let's win this match big!"

They were really enjoying the game, but Kogoro Mouri was having a tough time.

"Mr. Mori, why do you all seem so unconcerned?"

Faced with police questioning, the bumbling detective could only put on various performances and make excuses; he absolutely could not reveal that Suzuki Yusuke was actively cooperating with the robbers.

Since the murder plot has not yet shown any signs of progress, Suzuki Yusuke's actions are not entirely justifiable, and it would cause problems if the police found out.

"Inspector, we just received a message from the robbers, requesting that we seriously investigate Cheng Zengjian's corruption and the suicide of his secretary."

"Is there anything else you mentioned?"

"They also said that if they couldn't do it, they would not only kill the hostage, but also find an opportunity to assassinate Councilor Cheng Tseng-chien..."

......

Yusuke Suzuki, legs crossed, munched on sunflower seeds. "Did you send the message to the police?"

The two nodded to each other before meeting, and he continued to instruct, "Now contact Miss Yuanzi and tell her to make her appearance at the exact time."

"Okay...okay, boss, the police have replied to us."

"What did you say?"

"The police told us to calm down and that they would do what we asked immediately."

“No,” Yusuke Suzuki threw down the sunflower seed shells in his hand and sat up straight. “They have to go now, and they have to be accompanied by reporters. If they can’t do that, tell them we’ll kill them at any time!”

"..."

Kill the hostage?

The two people, whose minds were already in disarray, couldn't help but look at Suzuki Yusuke. If they remembered correctly, the hostage should have been torn up, right?

This feels so strange...

Things continued to develop as Suzuki Yusuke had planned, and the adult competition had progressed to the finals.

Cheng Zengjian must have received information from the police that someone was investigating and trying to assassinate him, yet he still dared to continue shouting at the camera.

To be honest, Yusuke Suzuki barely managed to put himself in the robber's shoes, and he felt he couldn't stand it.

We have to get this guy in; if we can't get him in, we'll send him underground.

Seeing that the match was almost over, Yusuke Suzuki clapped his hands. "Alright, now we can let Sonoko identify the murderer, and then we'll head to the scene quickly."

Under his direction, Yuanzi acted according to the script.

She first pointed out the murderer to the police, and then asked the police to take her to the scene to stop him.

When she arrived at the competition venue by helicopter, Cheng Zengjian had already been held to the neck with a dagger.

At Sonoko's urging, the murderer chose to give up, which constitutes attempted crime. Meanwhile, Suzuki Yusuke took a taxi back to his hotel.

Chapter 233 Further to the Hattori House

"Yes, that's right. They both let me go in the end. I was very scared at the time, but they didn't do anything to me."

...

After giving his statement, Yusuke Suzuki walked out of the police station.

Kogoro Mouri and his entourage were waiting for him outside.

"Yusuke-nii, we won the championship!"

Mitsuhiko sidled up to him, eager to take credit. Although the news wasn't new, he still wanted to tell Suzuki Yusuke in person.

Yesterday, Suzuki Yusuke went back to the hotel and lay down for less than two hours before being taken away by the police. He was allowed to go back to the hotel to sleep last night, but this morning he was taken to give a statement.

"Well done."

After congratulating the three boys, Suzuki Yusuke looked at Mouri Kogoro and asked, "Sensei, what's our plan now?"

“You should ask Xiaolan about this,” the muddle-headed detective adjusted his sunglasses. “But I think it would be nice to go back to the place from yesterday for another drink, hahaha.”

"Don't even think about it!"

Ran Mouri pulled out the travel plan she had made the night before. "We need to make the most of our time in Kumamoto. Let's go!"

......

After returning to Tokyo, Suzuki Yusuke spent two days with Gin, a rare occurrence for him, trying to subtly inquire about Vermouth's current situation.

However, even Gin doesn't know where Vermouth is or what she's doing right now.

The time for murder and arson is always very short.

At the same time, Kiichiro Numabuchi also told Yusuke Suzuki that he would be back soon and then focus on working hard for his boss.

This is good news.

...

At the entrance of Teitan Elementary School.

Ai Haibara bid farewell to the Junior Detective League members once again, then got into Yusuke Suzuki's car after turning the corner.

“I was saying, it would seem weird if you kept coming to pick me up,” Ai Haibara put down her backpack and fastened her seatbelt. “You shouldn’t come anymore, or at least be more open about it.”

"Open and aboveboard... I don't mind, but wasn't it you who told me to park here?"

"Well... that's because you come so often. Even the children can tell that our relationship is special."

"What's so strange about an older brother picking up his younger sister?"

Yusuke Suzuki stepped on the gas and left the alley.

“This reason is still a bit weak,” Ai Haibara scratched her hair. “Oh well, I’ve always gone home with the kids anyway.”

"makes sense."

Taking Ai Haibara to a barbecue restaurant, Yusuke Suzuki suddenly remembered that he had told Heizo Hattori that he would visit him again to learn kendo when he had time.

As a result, I've almost completely forgotten about it now.

"What have you thought of this time?"

Ai Haibara glanced at him, and Yusuke Suzuki explained the situation.

Looking at the little girl who was focused on grilling meat, he suddenly remembered that Ai Haibara didn't go to Osaka last time, right?

Is tomorrow the weekend?

"Yes what's the matter?"

Yusuke Suzuki held down Ai Haibara's small hand, "Come with me to Osaka for some fun."

"what?"

the next day.

The two people, one adult and one child, boarded a train bound for Osaka.

Upon arrival, Hattori Heiji stood out prominently in the crowd from afar, with Toyama Kazuha standing beside him.

"Heiji, Kazuha."

Yusuke Suzuki led Ai Haibara over.

"Ah, Yusuke-nii, you've arrived."

Hattori Heiji glanced down at Haibara Ai and asked in a low voice, "Why did you bring her along?"

"We get along quite well. She didn't come to Osaka last time, so I brought her here to have some fun. Is there a problem?"

"No...no problem."

Heiji Hattori chattered away with Yusuke Suzuki, while Kazuha Toyama started interacting with Ai Haibara.

The two were not familiar with each other, but fortunately, Ai Haibara was no longer the aloof person she used to be, and Kazuha Toyama was cheerful, lively, and enthusiastic, so the two chatted quite enthusiastically.

Upon arriving at the Hattori residence, Ai Haibara couldn't help but shudder, her face filled with seriousness.

"Relax, Heiji's parents are both kind and gentle people."

Yusuke Suzuki led Ai Haibara through the door.

"Yusuke's here," Hattori Shizuka said, just like always, but she couldn't help but squat down when she saw Haibara Ai. "What a cute girl, is she your daughter?"

Yusuke Suzuki: "..."

"I'd say she's like a younger sister to me. Although we're not related by blood, we get along very well and have known each other for a long time."

"That's great, please come in. Hattori's father won't be back for a while; he has something urgent to take care of today."

Heiji Hattori isn't as carefree at home, but he still bickers with Kazuha Toyama.

Just by observing Hattori Shizuka's expression, Suzuki Yusuke knew that Toyama Kazuha's position was still very secure.

The banquet was naturally prepared by Hattori Shizuka herself.

"It's really delicious," Ai Haibara exclaimed.

"Then eat more."

Hattori Shizuka's demeanor was as gentle as a spring breeze, and Ai Haibara's earlier tension had subsided considerably.

Just then, a noise came from outside.

"Ah, it must be Hattori's father who's back. I'll go out and take a look."