He's in Detective Conan, and he's the mastermind behind everything.

"No, it's just..."

Ran's eyes were filled with complicated emotions, and she sighed softly, "There's nothing you can do about feelings, and besides, Shinichi and I have been together for over ten years... it's just that we haven't even talked about our addresses..."

"Stop!"

Sonoko snorted coldly: "I see, Ran, you're actually bewitched by that scumbag, Mizuki Hotaru, so Shinichi Kudo..."

"Garden."

Xiaolan interrupted, her voice low: "Didn't you say last time that you wouldn't interfere in my affairs with Shuiyue-kun?"

"But that's different. You said you wanted to help him then, but now..."

"It's still the same."

Upon hearing this, Sonoko remained silent for a long time:

"Do you believe this yourself?"

Her answer was a soft sigh from Xiaolan:

"I believe you, Sonoko. Please don't say any more of this, otherwise... I'm sorry, I can only say goodnight to you."

"!!!"

Sonoko's pupils dilated in shock. For the first time in many years, Ran actually had the thought of hanging up on her.

It wasn't that she was so controlling that she couldn't tolerate her best friend having a temper; rather, Xiao Lan's behavior actually made her feel a little relieved.

but,

For this reason

Because of the fireflies reflected in the water...

How can I help her avoid feeling conflicted?

Sonoko said softly, "Ran, do you know, after you said those things at the dessert shop last time, I was thinking about how to help a heartless person find their heart again? I couldn't sleep well for a long time that night, and in my half-awake state, I vaguely saw an answer."

Do you know what it is?

Xiaolan smiled gently: "I know, I knew from the very beginning."

"What is it?"

"Give him a new heart."

"Ugh……"

Sonoko closed her eyes in pain: "Since you knew, then did you...?"

“No, I didn’t think that person would be me… No, wait,” Ran chuckled, “Actually, it might not be me now. Sonoko, you know, Suigetsu-kun is very unpredictable. Who knows what he’s thinking?”

"What? Then... what about you now?"

"More than friends, less than lovers, that's probably it. Mizuki-kun said I have a terrible nature, maybe I'm a high-class green tea, hmm... Although it's unpleasant to hear, let's leave it at that for now."

"........."

Sonoko really didn't know what to say and remained silent for a long time:

"He actually said that about you?"

"Just about two hours ago, he whispered it in my ear. At that moment, I was a little unsure how to face Xuesong. Along with those words came a glass of wine, and..."

Those who hesitate and look back will accomplish nothing.

This sentence.

Xiaolan gave a wry smile: "What Shuiyue-kun said makes a lot of sense. I always overthink things. I don't really know if it's a good thing or not, but in this matter, I'll just be a bad kid for now."

Sonoko remained silent for a long time before saying, "Ran, you've really changed a lot."

"Really? Maybe I'm just drunk."

Xiaolan had already walked outside, and a taxi was waiting at the street corner not far away.

"Sonoko, is there anything else you want to say?"

"As for Shinichi Kudo, what about you..."

"To say that I don't care at all would be a lie, but in my current situation, I'm not in a position to say anything about him. Besides, no matter how you look at it, Xuesong is far more outstanding than me—in appearance, temperament, and he's also very good at reasoning."

"Xiao Lan! Get your act together, you..."

"Shh-"

Xiaolan put her index finger to her lips and smiled mischievously: "Don't scare away the sleepyhead."

"........."

"Okay, that's all. Goodnight, Sonoko."

Click——

The phone hangs up.

Xiaolan walked briskly to the taxi, opened the back door, and looked at Yingsheng, who was typing on his phone in the back seat:

"Where to now?"

"Of course I'll take you home." Ying Sheng said without looking up.

"But I don't want to go back yet."

"You're drunk and need to rest. You have a medical check-up tomorrow morning, followed by the preliminary rounds, and then a competition at the stadium the day after tomorrow. Don't let momentary emotional turmoil affect your long-term plans."

Ying Sheng spoke calmly, typed the last word, pressed the send button, and finally looked up and smiled:

"If you feel you haven't had enough fun today, then wait until after your match; the celebration party will be even more delicious."

"Oh."

Xiaolan's tone was downcast, but she perked up after getting into the car, clenching her fist tightly:

"I will definitely win the championship!"

"For whom?"

"Of course it's... Hmph! Myself!"

"Haha, not bad." Ying Sheng put away his phone and closed his eyes to rest. "But just talking big is useless. We have to go all out and truly shine."

"Of course I will do my best. After two real combat experiences and sparring with you, Shuiyue-kun, I feel that I have improved."

"That's good."

Seeing that Ying Sheng's tone gradually softened, Xiao Lan chuckled: "Shui Yue-kun is indeed drunk after all."

Well, there are some.

"So Mizuki-kun won't be going out again tonight, right? Hmm, that's good news."

"Yes, I'll go back and fall asleep immediately."

Even so, at exactly 11 p.m., Ying Sheng changed into a black suit and drove a Yamaha FZR750R out of the underground parking lot of the Ian Apartments.

"Did you find out the information so quickly, Hotaru-kun?"

In the back seat, Kiyoko, who was tightly holding Hotaru, asked with a smile.

"It won't be that fast. The Six-Eared Macaque is definitely not a simple creature. Those few cups of wine I drank won't be of much use." Feeling the warmth against his back, Ying Sheng tilted his head slightly: "Put on your helmet, so no one can see you."

"There's only one, and it's yours."

So, you dislike me?

"No, it's just that you're bound to speed later, right? What if you get caught on camera?"

"I have a mask in my arms, help me put it on."

"Prajna?"

"Cat."

"What are we going to do now?"

"kill."

Chapter 132 The waning moon shines brightly, suppressing all the hustle and bustle of the world!

slam-la-

The water flowed continuously, running down Ying Sheng's rubbing hands, splashing a bloody stain on the rough cement pool platform, meandering along the water trough, and giving the moss in the corner a strange sheen.

The lighting was dim, and the white paint on the walls was peeling and almost completely gone.

"what--!!!"

A bloodcurdling scream came from next door, followed by a thud.

Another piece fell off.

Ying Sheng shook his head helplessly, flicked his hands, and amidst the flying water droplets, his hands were once again as smooth and smooth as jade.

"Qingzi, it's time to go."

"immediately."

A girl's clear, bell-like reply came from the next hut, followed by another scream from a man, and then light footsteps.

The next second, a dazzling color appeared in the dark and damp basement, and even the bloodstains on her face could not conceal her icy and pure nature.

On the contrary, it is even more moving!

Looking at Kiyoko's innocent smile, Hotaru couldn't help but smile slightly.

"You know what, Kiyoko, you look like right now..."

Kiyoko blinked her bright eyes: "Just like a pervert?"

"Haha, but she's just the most beautiful kind."

"Thank you for the compliment."