The world of science is unscientific

Just as Conan was about to ask another question, Suzuki Yusuke spoke up.

"Another issue is height."

He continued walking forward, saying, “When the police officer refuted Mr. Tamanosuke’s claim of being unconscious, he mentioned that the base of the monument has a height difference. It’s possible that Tamanosuke fell and hit the back of his head while struggling with the deceased, which caused him to faint.”

"However, judging from the size comparison between Tamanosuke and the deceased, once they entered a close combat situation, it would be impossible for him to kill the victim."

"The same applies to the other two."

"The area around the monument has always been an open space, so the only way to launch a sneak attack is from behind the monument."

"The victim's fatal wound was on her neck. Considering her height, the height of the base, and the angle of the wound, Ms. Lu Mei is the most likely perpetrator."

Conan nodded repeatedly as he listened.

indeed so.

Besides what Yusuke Suzuki said, there's one more thing.

That is because the strange man appeared several times before, and he deliberately made himself visible.

When it came to the murder, no one witnessed it.

This doesn't fit the description of a demonstration, but it does fit the description of framing someone.

However, there are still some things that don't make sense.

That is testimony.

Ashimi Kazube and Tatsuhiko Rausu are each other's witnesses.

In conclusion, further investigation is still needed.

And what exactly is Ashimi trying to achieve?

Her motive for the crime was really not obvious at all.

Shortly after, Yusuke Suzuki and the others arrived at the theater.

Without saying a word, Conan went to Kataoka Renka's place to look for the speaker.

Unsurprisingly, he found it.

Just then, Kogoro Mouri received a message from the police.

Ito Tamanosuke was acquitted, but Rausu Tatsuhiko was identified as the murderer and detained.

Police found his fingerprints on the hiking sticks they found at the scene, and also found items such as a tape recorder and remote control in his car.

Finally, Ashimi Kazube recanted her testimony, saying that she had given false testimony before.

The reason given was that he was worried about being replaced by Tatsuhiko Rausu, so he gave testimony that was favorable to Rausu.

Conan's expression darkened.

It was exactly as my friend had described.

The intention to frame someone is all too obvious.

Because fingerprints are reasonable to leave anywhere, but not on a trekking pole.

This is an item that shouldn't be there.

So what will Ashimi Kazube do next?

Now it seems that she wanted to ruin Tatsuhiko Rausu's reputation and make him utterly doomed.

Rausu Tatsuhiko has been arrested by the police; she has achieved her goal.

And how can I help Tatsuhiko Rausu clear his name...?

Conan couldn't find any compelling evidence to identify Ashimi Kabube.

I'm walking now.

He suddenly noticed something on the stage of the theater below.

Upon closer inspection, Kataoka Renka's shirt and jacket, along with a promotional map indicating the location, were found on the ground.

It is the coast of Higashikagawa City.

Why does she need to let people know where she's going again this time?

Conan became increasingly confused as he thought about it.

What are all these things?

Why is the story so incoherent?

Just then, Ito Tamanosuke, who had just returned, ran over and panicked after seeing what was on the ground. "Rausu Tatsuhiko just escaped from the police station, he's definitely going to harm Renka now!"

Tatsuhiko Rausu escaped!?

Conan immediately understood.

Now they're going to stage a double suicide to completely condemn Tatsuhiko Rausu to the abyss of infamy.

Chapter 859 Approaching Quietly

No, we absolutely cannot let this situation escalate any further!

Evidence is no longer important; all we need to do is catch Ashimi Kazube in the act.

Conan quickly made a judgment, "Mr. Tamanosuke! Quickly contact Yusuke-nii and Uncle!"

After saying that, he ran out first.

Ito Tamanosuke grabbed him, saying, "I should be the one saying that to you! I'm going over there first!"

Conan saw no need to argue with him, so he turned around and went to the outer hall to look for Suzuki Yusuke and Mouri Kogoro.

After briefly explaining the situation, everyone set off immediately.

"I am coming too!"

Ran Mouri stood up firmly, and Sonoko Suzuki echoed in unison.

"What are you two doing getting involved in this mess!"

Kogoro Mouri immediately refused, "Eri, keep an eye on those two, and Conan... um? Where's Conan?"

In just a few words, Conan had already run outside, gotten into the car, and was seated.

"Hey!"

The bumbling detective raised his arms and shouted, and then Ran Mouri and Sonoko Suzuki rushed to the door.

The former even turned around and called out, "Dad, Yusuke, hurry up!"

"Really..."

Kogoro Mouri was speechless and followed.

Yusuke Suzuki glanced back at Ai Haibara before following her.

It's reassuring to have my wife by Eri's side.

The group soon drove to the coast.

After walking a few steps, they saw the strange man guarding the entrance to the cave.

The other party didn't say anything and simply turned and entered the cave.

Ito Tamanosuke quickly chased after him.

The cave was very damp, with stalactites everywhere, indicating a lot of water.

The sound of people running echoed repeatedly inside the cave.

Soon, the strange man who was running ahead carrying Kataoka Renka stopped and turned to look at the group.

Yusuke Suzuki was slightly surprised.

This Ashimi is quite strong; she can carry Renka Kataoka around her waist with one hand and run very fast.

Sure enough, as the plot progressed, everything in the world became more and more like science fiction.

Conan was very anxious, fearing that the other party would kill Kataoka Renka with a single blow, so he kept poking Suzuki Yusuke's thigh from behind, signaling him to say something to buy some time.

To be honest, the fact that the other party left behind an item pointing to their location and was waiting for them at the cave entrance means that their desire to kill Kataoka Renka wasn't that strong.

It's like someone sitting on the bridge intending to jump; a little persuasion can bring them back.

Yusuke Suzuki was getting a little impatient with the poking around. The clueless detective knew nothing and wouldn't even let Sonoko take a shot.

Then I'll do it myself.

He stepped forward half a step. "Miss Lu Mei, since your initial goal was not to kill, why continue down this wrong path?"

Let's leave it at that.

Upon hearing the beginning of his words, the others were all shocked.

"What did you say!?"

"No way......"

"Yusuke...you said the culprit is Ms. Ashimi?"

Yusuke Suzuki took another half step forward, hands in his pockets, his tone still calm, "As the person who blocked the lantern stand for you the first time, I know very well that you deliberately walked to that spot."

"At first I thought you were looking for your position during rehearsal, but there were no fluorescent stickers there to help mark the positions."

"So your own behavior of finding your own location is very suspicious."

"Then, during the rehearsal, it was as if you already knew the strange man would appear. Several times you looked up, and the hand that should have been held in front of your chest was moved to your neck beforehand. In the play, this action should never have happened."

"You probably won't deny that you directed and acted in this yourself, but it also shows your ability as a famous actress."

After he finished speaking, the cave fell silent for a moment.

Then, Ashimi removed her mask, her expression grave. "Mr. Suzuki, you truly are a disciple of a famous detective. Such outstanding observational skills are terrifying."

Upon seeing her face, Ran Mouri and the others were shocked once again.

It's really her!