Anime Crossover: Master is Not Here Today

After the two introduced themselves, Sonoko Suzuki looked around and asked with some confusion:

"I think I just saw a ton of kids gathered here, how come all of a sudden it's just Conan and Ai?"

Conan replied:

"They've gone to figure out how to get game badges."

"Hey~~~~~~"

Sonoko Suzuki let out a somewhat surprised exclamation.

Then, the three girls chatted for a while. After learning that Fujimaru Ritsuka's mysterious agency had successfully completed a request and received an invitation to participate in the game's launch event, Suzuki Sonoko immediately exclaimed happily:

"Looks pretty good. Their first commission is such a big one. If this continues, they might become a nationally renowned mystery agency!"

Fujimaru Ritsuka smiled and said:

"Thank you, but I hope I don't become too famous, and preferably not too many incidents happen to me."

If we could maintain peace forever, that would undoubtedly be the best thing.

Moreover, if she gets busier and busier here, then wouldn't her vacation be a waste?

Just as they were chatting happily, a sudden commotion arose from not far away.

The crowd looked toward the source of the commotion and saw four little boys playing football in the hall, oblivious to everyone else, causing gasps and commotion wherever they went.

Seeing this, Conan couldn't help but show a look of disgust and sighed helplessly:

"The thought that those children will inherit their parents' businesses and become leaders of Japan is truly a despairing future."

This time, Ai Haibara, unusually, didn't contradict him and nodded slightly, saying:

"Feel the same."

Just then, something unexpected happened. The soccer ball at the feet of the four children suddenly flew towards them, or more precisely, towards Fujimaru Ritsuka!

"Watch out, Ritsuka!"

Ran Mouri quickly issued a reminder.

However, before she could make a move, Mash, who was standing next to Fujimaru Ritsuka, had already stepped forward, shielding Fujimaru Ritsuka behind her, and steadily stopped the flying football in her hand.

"Mashu, are you alright?"

"Well, I'm fine."

Mashu turned around and smiled at Fujimaru Ritsuka, responding to her concern.

At that moment, the four children also chased after the soccer ball and ran up to Mashu. Without the slightest hint of apology for kicking someone, they said to Mashu rudely:

"Hey, give the football back to us."

Their attitude towards Mashu made Fujimaru Ritsuka frown slightly, but the straightforward Suzuki Sonoko was the first to speak up, fiercely reprimanding the four of them:

"You bunch of brats, is the lobby a place for you to play football?!"

"And you almost kicked my friend, and you still dare to be so arrogant! Apologize to me right now!"

"Ms. Suzuki."

The four were clearly taken aback by Sonoko Suzuki's sudden attack, and they looked at each other in bewilderment.

As children of high-ranking officials and celebrities, they understood the significance of Sonoko Suzuki and the Suzuki Foundation behind her better than ordinary people.

Upon hearing that the person they almost kicked was her friend, the four of them instantly deflated, their previous arrogance vanished, and they very honestly apologized to Fujimaru Ritsuka and Mashu:

"I'm sorry."×4

After saying that, he didn't mention returning the football again and turned away dejectedly.

"Humph!"

Watching them leave, Sonoko Suzuki let out a loud snort, as if her anger hadn't completely dissipated.

Fujimaru Ritsuka smiled and thanked her:

"Thank you for speaking up for us."

Upon hearing this, Sonoko Suzuki smiled again, patted her chest heartily, and said:

"It's no big deal, we're friends!"

"Thank you, Ms. Sonoko."

Mashu thanked them, then looked at the soccer ball in her hands with some confusion, unsure of what to do with it.

Should we throw it away? Where should we throw it?

At this moment, a middle-aged man wearing a brown suit, with neatly combed hair and a slightly receding hairline, walked over. A slight smile appeared on his previously meticulous expression as he said to them:

"My name is Kashimura Tadahira, and I am the game development manager for 'Cocoon'."

"Thank you for helping to deal with those unruly kids. I'm also sorry I couldn't stop them in time. If possible, I'll take care of this soccer ball."

Tadahiro Kashimura? Head of game development?

Upon hearing this, Fujimaru Ritsuka looked thoughtful, and when she heard that the other party was willing to help with the soccer ball, Mashu handed the ball to her, smiling and thanking her:

"Thank you, Mr. Kashimura."

"Not at all, you're welcome."

After receiving the soccer ball, Tadahiro Kashimura nodded to them again, then turned to leave, displaying great sportsmanship.

"He is truly a rare gentleman."

Upon seeing this, Moriarty nodded slightly and chuckled softly.

After this incident, not long after, another commotion arose from the stage in the hall.

But this time it wasn't someone causing trouble; on stage, the host projected his voice throughout the entire hall via microphone—

"Distinguished guests, please take note of the stage."

"Now, Mr. Yusaku Kudo, who was in charge of providing game ideas, has returned from the United States!"

It's a bit late, but here we come!

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 232 Prevention in Advance, Merit 1

Upon hearing the name Yusaku Kudo, everyone turned their attention to the stage, where a composed middle-aged man in a blue suit, wearing glasses and sporting a thick mustache walked onto the stage, smiling and waving to everyone.

Yusaku Kudo is a world-renowned mystery novelist who enjoys a high reputation and is highly respected both domestically and internationally. His appearance drew unanimous applause from everyone present.

Upon seeing his father, Conan temporarily left Ran Mouri's side, moved a little closer to the stage, crossed his arms, and looked at her with a smile.

Just then, a familiar sigh suddenly rang out beside him:

"I'm finally back."

"PhD!"

Professor Agasa, dressed in a gray suit, approached him with a smile and struck up a conversation. Seeing this, he suddenly realized:

"I was wondering why you've been so busy lately. Turns out you've been helping my dad with his work."

Dr. Agasa smiled and nodded, saying:

"I'll help him complete the final stage of the program."

"Where's my mother?"

"She went to a class reunion, so she didn't come."

While answering Conan's questions, Professor Agasa took a small object out of his pocket, smiled, and handed it to him, saying:

"Oh, right, this is a gift for you."

"A badge for participating in the game?"

Conan took the badge from Professor Agasa, somewhat surprised. Professor Agasa leaned closer and chuckled softly:

"I think you'll love it. Although it hasn't been officially announced yet, one of the five playable game worlds is set in late 19th-century London, you know?"

"Late 19th-century London?"

Conan looked at Yusaku Kudo, who was giving a speech on stage, and gave him a 'predictable' smile.

"My dad hasn't changed at all; he still loves that era."

Dr. Agasa laughed:

"You two are the same in this respect, father and son."

Conan smiled and did not deny it.

After Professor Agasa's explanation, he did indeed become somewhat interested in the game. However, thinking of the other members of the Detective Boys, he smiled and said:

"We'll see when the time comes. After all, I can't just leave everyone else behind and go off to have fun alone."

Hopefully, Ayumi and the others' plan will go smoothly.

As he spoke, Kudo Yusaku's brief speech on stage quickly came to an end, and at the same time, all the lights were turned off, plunging the hall into complete darkness.

Just as everyone was wondering, a dazzling laser suddenly appeared on the stage. Then, spotlights converged on one spot, and a beautiful female staff member and a gaming pod slowly rose from the stage.

"Now, let me introduce you to this next-generation game console—Cocoon!"

"The 'cocoon' can simulate human vision, hearing, smell, touch, and taste by stimulating the brain's nervous system."

Conan, sitting in the audience, recognized the name very well. As a result, the host's introduction of 'Cocoon' was almost identical to that of the little girl named Yui from before!

So, he couldn't help but ask Professor Agasa:

"Doctor, has this information about the 'cocoon' been publicly released before?"

Dr. Agasa thought for a moment and replied:

"I don't think so. As far as I know, there have only been a few internal demonstrations for relevant personnel before this, and this is the first time we've held a public press conference like this."

Is this your first time?

Conan couldn't help but fall into deep thought.