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

Why would a stupid policeman suddenly say something like that?

It sounds a bit strange, and it's not easy to analyze...

She hesitated before looking up. "What I mean is, if you're not good at using metaphors, you can try to be more direct and simple."

Higashino Ning: "......"

Hmm... um... well, how should I put it...

Who cares!

Higashino Ning squatted down, pulled Ai Haibara into his arms, and then picked her up like a child.

A bewildered Ai Haibara sat in Higashino Ning's arms, blinking her eyes intently at him.

Dongye Ning did not avoid eye contact, but spoke frankly, "I'll accompany you from now on, I can pretend to be your parent or your boyfriend."

"Is it... just an impersonation?" Ai Haibara asked, her voice trembling with confusion.

Dongye Ning frowned. "Otherwise, what, do you think I'd really act as your parent?"

What about the other role besides being a parent?

Why don't you just open your mouth and say something?!

Ai Haibara's thoughts, which she hadn't yet sorted out, became complicated again.

After a brief silence, she gently hugged Dongye Ning's neck, rested her chin on his shoulder, and whispered, "Okay~"

You only denied actually becoming a parent.

I now accept your promise.

So... you promised me both "pretending to be a parent" and "acting like a boyfriend".

Absolutely, absolutely... no regrets allowed.

At this moment, Dongye Ning suddenly coughed twice, "Why don't you get off and walk by yourself? It's a bit heavy, and your denim overalls skirt is rubbing against your arms."

Ai Haibara ignored her and instead tightened her hug, saying, "No, let's wait until we get to Ms. Kobayashi's office."

Honestly, now that her eyes are all wet, how can she walk on her own!

A shy little girl was held in his arms, and teachers from all walks of life paid their respects.

Before long, we arrived at Ms. Lin's office.

Having composed herself, Ai Haibara landed on her own and even knocked on the door for Higashino Ning.

"Please come in."

Higashino Ning pushed open the door and entered.

Seeing his appearance, Ms. Kobayashi pushed up her glasses and paused for a moment, "You are... I remember you are Inspector Higashino, right?"

Ms. Kobayashi became nervous and hurriedly stood up. "Officer Higashino, have Conan and his friends gotten into trouble again?"

"Honestly... I've clearly explained everything to them, so why are they still hanging around crime scenes all the time?"

As she spoke, she suddenly looked up, "Could it be that a murder has occurred at the school?!"

Sumiko Kobayashi truly lives up to her reputation as a teacher; her mouth and thoughts are almost synchronized, and she rattled off a long string of words like a machine gun.

Higashino Ning quickly interrupted, "No, no, I came as a parent this time."

He glanced at Ai Haibara beside him and said, "I am Ai's brother, a legally recognized brother. I completed the formalities before, but I haven't had time to come because of work. I'm very sorry."

Although Kobayashi Sumiko was confused as to why Haibara Ai could suddenly become Higashino Ning's sister and that the law recognized it, it was good that no case had occurred.

If a mysterious murder were to occur at the school, the enrollment rate at Teitan Elementary School would likely be significantly affected.

She breathed a sigh of relief, "Oh, I see. It's alright then."

The next part consisted of some routine pleasantries and discussions about work and parental responsibilities.

Higashino Ning listened attentively. He wasn't just pretending to be a parent; he also had to take on the responsibilities that needed to be taken into account.

The two chatted for about twenty minutes, during which Ai Haibara remained silent except when necessary, focusing intently on Ning Higashino.

Anyway, the more she looked at Higashino Ning, the more pleasing he became to the eye; he seemed handsome no matter how she looked at him.

Moreover, Higashino Ning's serious demeanor made her realize that he was a very responsible man, and that he was still taking things seriously, even those that required a lot of attention.

Character is always the primary criterion for choosing a partner.

...

"That's about it."

Kobayashi Sumiko glanced at her watch. "It's about the right time now. Did Inspector Higashino take the day off?"

Instead of wasting time explaining why you have time today, it's better to just admit it directly.

Higashino Ning nodded. "Yes, I won't be absent this afternoon."

Sumiko Kobayashi looked at Ai Haibara and smiled gently, "That's good. Now let's go to the school theater together. The children's stage is this afternoon. Each class has rehearsed a play to perform."

Upon hearing about the stage play, Ai Haibara suddenly remembered that she was going to perform on stage later.

Oh my god, I suddenly feel shy, what should I do!

It doesn't matter if it's just for others to see, but now Higashino Ning is here too!

Then...then...I'll put on a good show for that idiot cop.

Ai Haibara was also very glad that she hadn't chosen to have any cheesy scenes with Conan.

Even if it's just a fleeting infatuation, wouldn't that idiot policeman still get jealous?

The little girl glanced at Higashino Ning secretly, then quickly looked away.

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Arriving at the school theater.

The three little ones, who were sweating profusely from not being able to find Ai Haibara, finally breathed a sigh of relief and rushed over to take her backstage.

Conan's focus wasn't on Ai Haibara, but on Ning Higashino.

In his view, it was quite normal for Ai Haibara to suddenly quit the show. After all, it was indeed shameful to perform on stage like a child, and he himself had considered quitting several times.

But Higashino Ning's visit today was completely unexpected.

He stepped closer, his tone casual, "Officer Higashino, what brings you here?"

Higashino Ning lowered her eyes. "Because I happened to have time."

Conan: "..."

You're doing this again!

He pursed his lips and continued to ask, "Hasn't the First Investigation Division been protecting Representative Tunkou lately?"

Conan learned from Ai Haibara that Ning Higashino has been on a mission recently and can't come home often.

After discussing it and analyzing the news, the two concluded that Higashino Ning was probably on a mission to protect Tonguchi Shigehiko.

Unfortunately, President Ke has been tied up with the three kids these past few days and has no time to investigate Kenzo Masuyama, let alone find that man surnamed Shibata.

He planned to ask Higashino Ning to see if this rather steady police officer had uncovered anything.

Therefore, after Higashino Ning responded with a bland "hmm" once again, he persisted and asked again.

It wasn't that Higashino Ning didn't want to talk to Conan, but rather that he genuinely had nothing to say.

He sighed, "I've been busy with a lot of tasks lately and haven't had time to do any research. Try to finish your holiday homework on your own first. You're not exactly a normal kid, so good luck."

Upon hearing this, Conan immediately understood.

Thanks to Ai Haibara's timely cover, Higashino Ning did not deduce his true identity and still regarded him as an unusual elementary school student.

Wow, you trust Haibara way too much!

So you believe everything she says?

"Conan, come here right now!"

Upon hearing the three little ones' call, Conan thought for a moment and decided to leave, since there was no further development to come.

Next, we watched the performance.

Higashino Ning sat in the audience, constantly pressured by the gossipy parents who kept saying he was irresponsible and that Ai Haibara was just suffering in his house.

I fucking... never mind, I won't swear.

You people are truly the lovely people I'm protecting, haha.

Chapter 104 Parents meeting

Although surrounded by a group of stress monsters, their attention shifted to the stage as the children's performance began.

Sometimes, peace and quiet are more important than anything else.

Higashino Ning didn't know the exact order of the programs, but due to Conan's protagonist aura, the Junior Detective League's program was placed last.

It's definitely boring.

Higashino Ning would leave his seat every few days to get some fresh air.

The weather is already showing signs of cooling down, with a slight chill in the air; it's almost early autumn.

Perhaps in a few days the entire autumn will quietly disappear, followed by heavy snowfall.

In the world of Detective Conan, you can't be too serious about time; just follow the version updates.

After looking at the greenery for a while, Higashino Ning returned to his seat in the theater.

Now we've reached the grand finale, a group of older elementary school students performing traditional Japanese Noh.

Since it was performed by elementary school students, the repertoire was significantly reduced, and the climax and dancing began very quickly.

Higashino Ning didn't know much about Noh theater and looked completely bewildered.

But you should still applaud when the performance ends.