Detective Conan: Is Miss Haibara planning to assault a police officer again today?

Chapter 173 Engagement Banquet

That day and night.

Higashino Ning got up with a yawn.

When I opened my eyes, I saw Ai Haibara by the bedside.

"You really do like staring at me while I'm sleeping."

He rubbed his eyes. "So, tell me, what are you planning to do while I'm asleep? After observing me so many times, you should have figured out the pattern by now. Next time, it'll be time to put your evil plan into action."

Ai Haibara angrily slapped Higashino Ning in the stomach, "Who's planning any evil schemes! How can you make such malicious assumptions about others!"

She snorted, "Yes, yes, I do have evil plans. Next time, I'll just give you anesthesia, then remove your internal organs and soak your body in formalin!"

Wasn't this supposed to be an evil plan? This plan is evil enough, isn't it?

Ai Haibara asked smugly, "So, are you scared?"

But Higashino Ning simply lay on her side, propping her head up, and reached out to tidy up Ai Haibara's hair on her forehead. "What's there to be afraid of? That way I can stay with you forever."

Ai Haibara: "......"

Dude, you seem to be even more of a pervert than me.

Higashino Ning understood the little girl's eyes and chuckled, "There's an old Chinese saying, 'Treat others as they treat you,' and that's it."

Okay, so you're playing tricks, huh?

Ai Haibara leaned close to Higashino Ning's ear and said, "It's good that you have this kind of awareness. The formaldehyde I ordered should arrive soon."

"I'll use it whenever you need it."

"Don't worry, I'm pretty good at making specimens. After all, I'm an evil scientist."

As a natural-born actress, the little girl perfectly captured the nuances of expression and tone, making Higashino Ning feel a chill run down her spine.

"Um... how about we return it?"

"No returns allowed. We do not accept returns unless there is a quality issue."

"I am talking about you."

"...Ah Ning, I see you're really stubborn now! I can't back out!"

If you can't get a refund, you can't get a refund. Why are you so angry...?

Higashino Ning asked timidly, "Can I eat something?"

"Sure!" Ai Haibara smiled sweetly. "I've been waiting for you for ages!"

Wow~~~ This change of expression is incredible!

Dinner has indeed been prepared for some time.

Ai Haibara planned to reheat it, but Ning Higashino said it was fine to eat it as is.

It does feel a bit strange to eat warm food, but Higashino Ning has long been used to it, and when he's busiest, he eats his bento cold.

After dinner, Ai Haibara, like Ran Mouri, reminded Ning Higashino that they should attend the Shiratori family's engagement party the next day.

I really have to thank them for reminding me, otherwise Higashino Ning would definitely be heading to the Metropolitan Police Department tomorrow as planned.

"Do you want to come with me tomorrow?"

After saying that, Higashino Ning felt that asking the question was a bit inappropriate, so he simply changed his words, "Come with me tomorrow."

Both questions are made, but the latter expresses a stronger desire for the other party to accompany them.

Ai Haibara thought for a moment and then nodded, "Okay, it's good to go out and clear my head. Researching the antidote lately is really making me go bald."

Then Higashino Ning asked about the progress of the antidote, and the little girl replied, "Don't ask, the answer is that it's almost done."

That's why progress has been difficult.

wait.

If Ai Haibara hasn't yet obtained the antidote by the time you gain the right to exchange for it through promotion with your beloved concubine, then you should just exchange for it directly.

I just don't know how high the price will be.

From this perspective, Ai Haibara's current efforts to research an antidote have indeed saved Higashino a considerable amount of money.

...

After resting for a while, Higashino Ning wanted to go for a walk.

It's been raining for the past few days, but now that the rain has stopped, the ground isn't so wet anymore, and it feels quite nice to go for a walk outside.

Ai Haibara originally didn't plan to go, but after hesitating for a few seconds, she put on her coat and went out together.

The wind was a bit chilly, and the damp air was filled with a coldness.

But... it's just right.

It wasn't too cold; two layers of clothing were enough to keep warm. The gust of wind that hit my face made me feel refreshed and invigorated, and the cold air gave me more breathing space in my nasal cavity.

Breathing freely can make you feel better.

Walking on the road, Higashino Ning felt a sense of peace and relaxation.

Ai Haibara quietly followed beside him without saying a word.

He carried neither an umbrella nor a knife on a rainy night.

It's just... simple companionship.

Ultimately, i-ren chose the most comfortable way to get along.

Higashino Ning was very grateful that Haibara Ai understood him, after all, not everyone can accept this kind of life where they often have nothing to say to each other.

Walking and stopping, picking flowers and breaking leaves.

Go home and continue sleeping.

This is what happens after staying up all night: you never feel like you've had enough sleep.

...

The next day.

Rice flower sun plaza hotel.

Higashino Ning was dressed in a formal suit, with a tall and straight figure, and looked radiant.

Ai Haibara, standing next to him, was dressed in a pink dress and was quite eye-catching.

However, since both of them were wearing rented clothes, it felt a bit cheap.

Ai Haibara insisted on not letting them buy the clothes because she felt they were rarely used.

She did plan to buy one or two sets for Dongye Ning, but Dongye Ning himself was unwilling to spend real money to buy them.

After waiting downstairs for a while, Inspector Megure and other police officers arrived, surrounding Chief Odagiri like stars around the moon.

Toshiro Odagiri is somewhat thin, with a dignified expression, and exudes a powerful aura.

After exchanging greetings, Odagiri Toshiro looked down at Haibara Ai and smiled, a rare occurrence for him. "Your sister is indeed blessed with the beauty and intelligence of heaven and earth."

The most important thing for a leader is to have the ability to recognize talent.

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So Higashino Ning wasn't surprised that Odagiri Toshiro was saying such things. "You flatter me. Please come upstairs. It might rain again later."

Those who serve as subordinates must not only have the ability to recognize talent, but also the ability to know their own limitations.

Therefore, after Toshiro Odagiri showed his goodwill, Nei Higashino couldn't say anything more irrelevant.

The engagement banquet was held on the 15th floor.

Toshiro Odagiri, as the highest-ranking official present, continued to lead the way.

After exchanging glances with Inspector Megure, Higashino Ning led Ai Haibara to Sato Miwako's side.

Takagi Wataru was standing next to her, so it seems that he was really serious about protecting her. Even though he was embarrassed, he chose to stick to Sato Miwako's side.

"Sato-neechan, it's been a long time~"

Ai Haibara took the initiative to greet them, and her smile and voice washed away much of the serious atmosphere of the entire police group.

Miwako Sato couldn't help but smile, "Ai, you're even cuter today."

After saying that, she looked at Higashino Ning, but didn't say anything.

Higashino Ning understood that the other party was telling her that she would take care of her own safety and that there was no need to worry.

Tsk, this terrible movie, where did my memory of it go?

I've seen all of these things before, so why can't I remember them?

The group took the elevator upstairs, signed their names in the guest logbook, and then took their seats.

Since this was essentially an internal police gathering, and Miwako Sato was also present, everyone was on high alert, constantly on guard against the culprit.

"What a serious occasion! It should be a joyous and cheerful atmosphere..."

Ai Haibara expressed that she did not quite approve of the police officers' ability to create atmosphere.

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I'm starting double updates today. I have too many books to write, and my data is dropping like crazy. I'm thinking of setting aside some time to write another one; life is stressful...

Chapter 174 During the banquet

Hearing Ai Haibara mutter to herself, Higashino Ning ruffled her hair in annoyance, "What are you saying? I'm a police officer too, you know."

Ai Haibara looked up, speechless. "I didn't mean to single you out."

Higashino Ning: "......"

Hmph~ We can't even have a proper conversation today!