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

Higashino Ning shifted his back to make himself more comfortable. "Um, may I ask who you are?"

"I am Shinichi Kudo."

The toilet at night is Conan's territory.

Holding the voice changer with a bow tie, he seemed to have rediscovered his former self, speaking in a relaxed and casual tone, exuding the confidence that was always there.

"Didn't Inspector Higashino want to rent my house? I heard it from Conan. I wonder if you've changed your mind now?"

After giving his statement in the afternoon, Higashino asked him and Professor Agasa about the matter in person, hoping to get in touch with Shinichi Kudo.

At the time, he naturally couldn't give an immediate response, and it wasn't until now that he finally found a suitable opportunity.

Ran was already asleep, and Uncle Mori's snoring was deafening.

Now it's perfectly fine to make a phone call discreetly.

After hearing the affirmative reply from the other end of the phone, Conan continued:

"I probably won't have much time to come back for a while, and the house is just sitting empty anyway, so renting it to Officer Higashino wouldn't be a problem."

"But could you tell me why you chose my house?"

"After all, I didn't put up any rental notices, so I was quite surprised to hear this news. I wonder if Officer Higashino can satisfy my little curiosity."

These words served as a reminder to Higashino Ning.

According to the timeline of Detective Conan, Shinichi Kudo did not disappear for very long.

His direct inquiry about renting a room made it seem as if he was certain that Shinichi Kudo wouldn't be back for a long time to come.

As a highly perceptive detective, it's perfectly normal for Shinichi Kudo to become suspicious.

If we're being honest, Conan's suspicions and probing are now much more restrained.

If it were anyone else, Conan would definitely have directly arranged a tracking and investigation package.

Higashino Ning's thoughts raced. "The main reason I want to rent your house is to make it convenient for my current nominal sister."

As he spoke, he ruffled Ai Haibara's hair. "I don't know if you've heard, but I have a child named Ai Haibara. She stayed at Professor Agasa's house for a while a few days ago."

"Considering that I am usually very busy with work and may not be able to take good care of her, and that her classmates like Conan and Ayumi often go to Professor Agasa's house to play."

"So I think living near Professor Agasa's house might be a great option."

The little girl wouldn't let him keep touching her head.

Higashino Ning had no choice but to pull Ai Haibara into his arms and tidy up the ahoge (cowlick) on her head.

There's no way around it; my hands just can't stay still when I'm on the phone.

His words left both Shinichi Kudo and Ai Haibara somewhat silent.

Especially Shinichi Kudo.

Since you've gone around in circles and ultimately want to become Professor Agasa's neighbor, why did you take Ai Haibara away in the first place?!

Isn't this a complete waste of time?

Meanwhile, Ai Haibara was thinking... her romantic brain seems to be kicking in again.

Because she felt that Higashino Ning was really considerate!

From the perspective of simply taking care of a child, Higashino Ning is indeed trying her best to provide her with a suitable and comfortable environment.

Shinichi Kudo couldn't say that there was anything wrong with Higashino Ning's reasoning.

He just had a vague feeling that the other party was avoiding the main point.

Without knowing that I've been away from home for an extended period and haven't posted any rental information, you've already said you want to rent my house without any explanation!

At this moment, Higashino Ning spoke again.

"Kudo-kun, I have a feeling you're in some kind of trouble right now."

Ai Haibara: "!"

Conan: "!!!"

Conan, sitting on the toilet, curled his toes and chuckled, "Inspector Higashino, what are you talking about... haha..."

Higashino Ning switched hands to hold the phone and continued petting the cat... no, petting the loli—now Ai Haibara was sitting perfectly in his lap.

He licked his lips.

"Don't rush to refute me."

"I heard you've been working on important cases all this time, right? But actually I haven't heard anything about it from within the police system."

"If it's a very high-level case that's extremely difficult to solve, then you're essentially in trouble, aren't you?"

"So I thought, since you can't come back in a short time, and I happen to need it, why don't I try to contact you and see if I can rent the house?"

"You know, Kudo-kun, I've always admired you and considered you the supreme king of the detective world. You don't need to doubt it, I really am your number one super fan."

Conan, who was sitting in the toilet, had gone from listening attentively to just silently chuckling.

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There's absolutely no way you could say something like that!

He interrupted, "Stop, Officer Higashino, well... how should I put it, your guess is indeed correct. I'm currently tied up with a very important case and can't get away for the time being."

"However, what you said later seemed somewhat superfluous to me. Or did you say those things for some other purpose?"

Silence deliberately broke through.

Ai Haibara leaned her head back against Ning Higashino's chest, quietly awaiting the answer.

a long time.

Higashino Ning spoke up.

"Kudo-kun, I want to freeload off your house."

ha? ? ?

Prostitution for nothing?

"Well... regarding the rent... um... I hope you can ask for a little less."

Oh, I see.

Ai Haibara silently gave a thumbs up!

Well done, you know how to save money!

Conan smiled and shook his head. "In that case, Officer Higashino, please bring that little girl named Ai Haibara to stay for free."

"However, things like room maintenance will have to be left to you."

Nice!

Higashino Ning released a lot of his excitement, "No problem, I will definitely take good care of your house."

Then came some casual conversation, such as how to pay utility bills.

After explaining everything, Conan hung up the phone.

However, his communication journey was not over yet; he needed to call his parents to explain the situation.

Higashino Ningya easily tossed aside his phone and let out a long sigh.

Because Ai Haibara was pressing against his chest, it took a little effort to inhale again.

He then remarked with considerable emotion:

"Ai, we have a home now."

"Uh-huh?!"

The little girl, who was planning to enjoy being a human cushion, suddenly opened her eyes and complained, "What you said is really strange, it sounds so awkward, I suggest you say it again."

"I do not."

Ai Haibara: "......"

So you're using all your rebellious streak on me, aren't you!

I'm not playing with you anymore!

The little girl angrily jumped onto the wooden floor, her voice sharp, "I'm going to take a shower!"

Chapter 63 Clues to Promotion

A little girl is taking a bath; everyone else, please leave.

Higashino Ning felt that she was still clean, so she went straight back to her room and lay down.

The housing issue has been resolved, and if you want to move in, you can do so tomorrow.

You now have 20 reward points left.

Based on this, wouldn't it be appropriate to consider buying a car?

Having a car makes commuting much more convenient.

The Kudo family's yard is very spacious; there's more than enough room to park seven or eight cars.

If the timeline doesn't return to normal, he could live in this house for the rest of his life.

Life seems to be back on track now.

Just as I was fantasizing about which car to buy, there was a sudden knock on the door.

"what?"

"I ve done washing."

"Oh, then go to sleep early. I'm already in bed. Goodnight."

Aren't you going to wash it?

"I don't need to wash, I'm still very clean."