The world of science is unscientific

three days later.

Time flies and autumn has arrived again, and the weather is getting cooler.

Although the timeline in the Conan world is chaotic, it has its advantages. For example, the hot summer passes quickly, although it's unknown when it will return.

Fortunately, this won't last long; apart from summer, the weather is perfect for Yusuke Suzuki to go out and about.

"Listen up, everyone, there's one more thing I need to make clear," the staff member said to the crowd. "It's true that matsutake mushroom picking is allowed here, but it's limited. Adults can only pick three, and children can only pick two. After you've picked them, the hotel will cook them for you."

The three little ones agreed in unison.

That's right, we went on a picnic again today.

Led by Professor Agasa and Yusuke Suzuki, we came to this remote mountain forest to experience the natural scenery.

"Oh, right," the staff member said, pointing to the barbed wire fence not far away, "the hunting area is just beyond these two fences, so you absolutely must not go in there."

Yusuke Suzuki: "..."

So it seems we really do have to go in.

He glanced at the three little ones instinctively, wondering who would cause trouble this time.

"A hunting area?" Professor Agasa asked curiously.

"Yes, there are bears around here, but I can guarantee there won't be a single bear on this side of the barbed wire fence, don't worry."

After the staff left, everyone started looking for matsutake mushrooms.

"It's infuriating!" Genta complained as he frantically dug into the soil. "The uncle at the hotel said there were lots of matsutake mushrooms growing here, but I haven't seen a single one."

Yusuke Suzuki sighed, carrying his backpack. "Matsutake mushrooms don't grow underground. What's the point of digging up tree roots like that?"

"It's all your fault! You insisted on picking matsutake mushrooms. I originally wanted to pick shiitake mushrooms, but now I've given up." Ayumi turned to Genta, expressing her grievance.

"But matsutake mushrooms are the number one food in autumn, and besides, they cost much more than apples."

That's true. Suzuki Yusuke has plenty of money, so he can eat matsutake mushrooms however he wants, but that's not the case for ordinary people.

"Really? But after Adam and Eve ate a bite of the apple, they were banished from the Garden of Eden to the human world by God. This forbidden fruit is the fruit of knowledge that allows one to distinguish right from wrong."

Ai Haibara suddenly interjected, joining forces with Ayumi, saying, "Compared to matsutake mushrooms, I think they're much more mysterious."

As Suzuki Yusuke looked at Haibara Ai, he couldn't help but imagine how she spoke when she was still Shiho Miyano. Suddenly, he noticed out of the corner of his eye that Mitsuhiko was staring intently at Haibara Ai.

Another brat has his eye on my little Ai!

After thinking about it, he still didn't go over and block Mitsuhiko's view. Come on, he's still a child. How could he possibly compete with an elementary school student for a girl's affections?

"What's wrong, Mitsuhiko?" Conan, who had been quietly observing, suddenly noticed Mitsuhiko's odd behavior and asked, "Your expression is a bit off."

“I… how could my expression be off?” Mitsuhiko spoke a little faster, his hands awkwardly tucked behind his back. “I was just focused on watching her.”

"You're not referring to Ai Haibara, are you?" Conan followed Mitsuhiko's gaze.

“Yes, although Haibara speaks in a cold and aloof manner, I’ve found her to be very knowledgeable and very composed,” Mitsuhiko suddenly exclaimed excitedly. “Don’t you think she gives off a mysterious vibe?”

How could it not be mysterious...?

Yusuke Suzuki, who was eavesdropping nearby, pouted and said, "Mitsuhiko, let's just forget about it. If you can't handle it, let me do it."

"However, I didn't mean anything by saying that," Mitsuhiko quickly explained, but it was obviously too late.

Conan placed his hands on Mitsuhiko's shoulders and said seriously, "Mitsuhiko, listen to me. I don't mean to discourage you, but I advise you to give up on her. Ai Haibara is definitely not someone you can win over."

"Not bad, Conan," Yusuke Suzuki said with a slight upturn of his lips. "Based on your words, you are entitled to three cases without the need for a hammer."

After searching for a while longer, they still found nothing. Genta was about to give up when Suzuki Yusuke was about to teach them some relevant knowledge when Conan spoke up.

“Take a close look around you. Aren’t some of the pine needles already turning yellowish-green?” Conan said as they walked. “Matsutake mushrooms usually attach themselves to the roots of red pine trees to absorb nutrients.”

Therefore, under red pines that appear unwell and whose needles are yellowish-green, there is a high chance of finding matsutake mushrooms.

As he spoke, Conan bent down and looked under a red pine tree. "Look, we found it right here."

"Really!" Genta Kojima suddenly perked up again.

Yusuke Suzuki put down his backpack and took out a barbecue grill from it.

All eyes turned to them.

“Go find some matsutake mushrooms, and we can eat them right here,” Yusuke Suzuki said, clearing away the fallen leaves and digging a hole. “Matsutake mushrooms are delicious even when they’re just lightly grilled.”

“But the uncle at the hotel said they would help cook the matsutake mushrooms,” Ayumi hesitated. “In that case, we don’t need to trouble Yusuke-nii today.”

"What Yusuke means is that we can eat here first, and then take the limited amount of matsutake mushrooms out," Ai Haibara said, arms crossed, smiling at Yusuke Suzuki. "Right?"

"No, Yusuke-nii, that's not fair to the others!"

Unexpectedly, Ayumi and Mitsuhiko retorted in unison.

"It's okay, then you can eat my portion here, alright?"

Yusuke Suzuki felt somewhat relieved; he was a good boy.

"Eat mine here too."

Ai Haibara and Conan each spoke.

"Then I'll prepare the stove here, and you guys go find the matsutake mushrooms."

10 minute later.

"Where did Genta go?" Conan suddenly realized that someone was missing.

Dr. Agasa suggested that we go back and take a look first.

In front of the barbed wire fence.

Conan analyzed the situation and concluded that Genta had climbed over the barbed wire fence.

Yusuke Suzuki, who had followed along, felt a chill run down his spine. How could he have forgotten about this? He had only been thinking about eating fresh matsutake mushrooms and had overlooked Genta, the master of self-destruction.

"I'll go in and find Genta, you guys stay here." Conan pretended to climb the barbed wire fence, but Suzuki Yusuke grabbed him and pulled him back.

"If anyone should be looking for someone, it should be me."

Yusuke Suzuki put Conan down, then used his legs to easily climb over the barbed wire fence. He turned around and ordered, "You all stay here. If I don't come back in an hour, call the police or get someone else to come."

After saying that, Yusuke Suzuki walked into the jungle.

After waiting for a while, Professor Agasa said, "Genta's detective armband is broken, so I'm fixing it for you. Conan, your tracking glasses won't work either."

"Is it really okay for Yusuke to go alone?" Mitsuhiko asked with some concern. "Why don't we go look for it together? The more people there are, the greater the chance of finding it."

"Then I'll go too." Conan tried to climb the barbed wire fence again.

"You want to steal the credit again and then come back to play the hero, don't you?" Mitsuhiko said with some dissatisfaction.

Ayumi chimed in, "Let's go look for it together! I'm so worried!"

"But... there are bears on the other side of this barbed wire fence."

Ai Haibara interrupted Conan, "In that case, I have a suggestion."

She looked at Mitsuhiko and said, "I'll be in a group with Tsuburaya, and Edogawa will be in a group with Yoshida. We'll go in together, and the professor can stay here and wait."

Professor Agasa: "......"

Another day of being cared for.

"But, Yusuke..." Dr. Agasa felt that these kids were likely to get scolded again today.

"It's okay, I'll explain to Yusuke later." Ai Haibara reassured Professor Agasa not to worry, and then climbed over the barbed wire fence first.

Chapter 91: Three Choices Become Two Choices

Yusuke Suzuki sped forward, following the tracks left on the ground. That brat, he had run so far in such a short time.

They need to be caught and spanked.

Ok?

There seems to be some movement ahead.

Yusuke Suzuki slowed his pace and slowly approached.

It really is Genta; this guy is bending over picking matsutake mushrooms.

Yusuke Suzuki took a running start, raised his hand, and slapped Genta on the butt.

"it hurts!"

Genta Kojima turned around and saw Yusuke Suzuki's expressionless face. He subconsciously swallowed, and sweat dripped down his forehead.

“Yu...Yusuke-nii-san.”

"come over."

Yusuke Suzuki beckoned, his tone leaving no room for refusal.

When Conan arrived with Ayumi, Genta was already being carried on Suzuki Yusuke's back.

"Is Genta injured?"

Conan hurriedly asked, while simultaneously observing his surroundings.

"Yes, you're injured." Yusuke Suzuki nodded. "Don't worry, there's no threat around."

"Was Genta bitten by a bear?" Ayumi thought of something terrible and almost cried.

"I did."

Yusuke Suzuki walked around the two children.

"That's alright," Conan breathed a sigh of relief, wiping the cold sweat from his forehead, then realized something was wrong. "Wait...wait, you hit him!?"

At this moment, Genta finally couldn't hold back any longer and burst into tears.

"You still dare to cry?"

Yusuke Suzuki turned around and glared at the chubby boy.

The crying stopped immediately.

"very scary......"